A Place for Growth
Small Groups
Rooted
TUESDAYS, JAN 21-MAR 25: 6-8PM
Rooted is a transformational, 10-week, small group experience meant to connect you to God, to the church, and to your purpose. Rooted is a catalyst for life change. It will provoke questions, conversations, and group experiences to give you a glimpse of your story in God’s story and to move your knowledge of God to true experiences with him.
Cost: $60 (including book and end-of-study catered celebration)
Childcare: $50/child
Contact christinahunt@lakesidechurch.com before registering if financial assistance is needed to participate
Study Groups
Study groups are short term and content based, providing the opportunity for connection with your church family and for growth in your spiritual walk.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WOMENS STUDY GROUP: WOMEN MEETING GOD
Wednesdays, 7–8:30pm (Get there at 6:45 and chat for a bit!)
Join this group of ladies of all ages, of all stages of life, and of all different stages in their spiritual journeys as we work through various studies and get to know God and each other. Whether you are just learning about Jesus or have been intensely studying the Bible for years, this study group is a great opportunity to connect with other women and take a deep dive into Jesus’ teaching through practical Bible studies and encouraging conversation.
Community Groups
Community Groups bring people together as they journey through similar stages of life or connect through like interests. Through our Community Groups, you’ll have the opportunity to connect relationally and grow spiritually as you experience life in community.
WOMENS
We were created for connection and to find rest and joy in Jesus together, and our Women’s Group will help you do just that! This community group hosts events and meet-ups for all you ladies to come together and meet each other and invite your friends. Join the group to get up-to-date info on all our events.
MENS
Join our Mens Group and find camaraderie as you build friendships and further your relationship with Jesus. By joining the group you’ll stay updated about upcoming events, and you are also invited to join us for topical studies of Christianity related to manhood. We meet twice a month to hang out and study God's Word on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8pm. You do not have to commit to every meeting ... just come try it out! Or just click “Join” to stay updated about our Mens events.
MOMS
Are you looking for connection and friendship with a warm and accepting group of fellow moms? Could you use a Bible study midweek to keep you connected to God? If so, we hope you will consider joining Moms Group this semester as we study Philippians with Jennie Allen's study entitled Get Out of Your Head. In addition to our study, we have some excellent speakers and fun activities to look forward to this fall, and we’ll enjoy a full breakfast every week. Our Fall session meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:30, and childcare is available. Use the Join button below to learn more and to register.
GAME GROUP
The Game Group is a great way to connect with others and simply have fun. Bring your favorite board games, some snacks to share, and a friend for a fun Saturday afternoon at church!
55+ community group
Find community and foster spiritual growth with others in similar stages of life by joining our 55+ Community Group. Join here to receive notifications about upcoming events!
YOUNG Professionals
Calling all 20 and 30-somethings ... post-grads, young professionals, young married couples, pre-kids, engaged, single, divorced, etc. Be a part of a community where we learn from each other, develop friendships, and study God's Word together. Join the group for more details.
HIKING GROUP
Do you like to get out and hit the trail? We are blessed to have some of the world’s best scenery and hiking trails in the High Sierra practically in our backyard. Join the Hiking Group and keep up to date on our upcoming hikes. We try to schedule a quarterly day hike, generally in the 10 – 15 mile range with some of the usual elevation ups and down. Join the group to be notified about upcoming hikes.
Groups for Kids and Students
student ministries esports group
September 7-December 7
First Saturday of the month
Students aged 13-18 are invited to join Lakeside's Student Ministries Esports group! On the first Saturday of every month, students will meet to play and talk video games. We'll host in-person and online tournaments with prizes! Both beginner and advanced players are welcome to join.
MSM GIRLS GROUP
August 23-May 23
Fridays, twice a month, 4–5:30pm
MSM Girls Group is a favorite of middle school girls from our entire community. Girls meet twice a month to share in friendship and faith while engaging in meaningful gatherings and fun. Click to register and for the full schedule. Cost: $60
MSM GUYS GROUP
August 23–May 23
Fridays, twice a month, 4–5:30pm
MSM Guys Group is a chance for middle-school boys to connect with their peers and leaders for teaching and activities, including archery, tag, nerf battles, and our infamous gravity cars. Click to register and for the full schedule. Cost: $60
4/5 Kids
September 6–May 2
Fridays, monthly, 4–5:30pm
4/5 Kids is a ministry group for 4th and 5th graders to deepen friendships and grow in faith while in community. Every month we have fun activities and food, and we learn about living boldly and wisely as followers of Jesus. We are looking forward to exploring this year's theme, "Heroes of Faith." Cost: $45 (includes a T-shirt)
Support Groups
Lakeside Support Group
Partner
Support Groups
Anxiety & depression
Anxiety and depression can be both physically and emotionally debilitating and rob you of joy. This group will provide you with valuable support and practical tools to help reduce stress, depression, and anxiety through biblical and neuroscience insights. We meet Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm.
divorcecare
DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing and practical tools to help deal with the pain of separation and divorce. DivorceCare is designed so that you can join the group at any time. Find a DivorceCare group near you.
griefshare
You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through your grief, while also providing you valuable resources to help you begin recovering and rebuilding your life.