Weekly News & Updates

April 15| Issue 14

Global Ambassador of Methodist Heritage Sites

to Visit Central Arkansas

We are pleased to welcome David Worthington, who works with the General Commission of Archives amd History as the Director of Global Relationships at John Wesley's New Room. He will be speaking at three events in Central Arkansas and sharing insights drawn from his extensive work with faith‑based and educational communities. Known for his lively presentations and ability to connect Methodist history, mission, and contemporary challenges, Worthington brings a message of "Wisdom from the Past - Hope for the Future." His visits promise meaningful conversation and reflection for audiences of all ages. You are encouraged to join us for one—or more—of these opportunities to hear his perspective and engage in dialogue. 


Wednesday, April 15

  • Conway FUMC at 6:30 PM in the Great Hall following the Mid-Week meal at 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 16

  • Hendrix College at 11:30 AM in Bates Dining Room (SLTC second floor, back of the Dining Hall). Come early to grab a Dining Hall lunch to share during the presentation.  
  • North Little Rock FUMC at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. The meal will be provided by The Methodist Foundation for Arkansas.

Please RSVP by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/JAuq1dE2sGr8d22TA

Worthington's ministry is focused on engaging with an international Methodist audience to preserve and promote the work of Methodist Heritage Landmarks and Historic Sites in both the UK and the US through public speaking, tour hosting, mission engagement, research and fundraising.


"We are lucky he is coming through on his tour in the US and I've heard he is a great speaker," said Rev. Nathan Kilbourne.  


For more information, contact either of these churches or chaplain@hendrix.edu.  


Book Club News

Lakeside Book Club

Our next pick is The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes.

Based on a true story rooted in America's past, The Giver of Stars is unparalleled in its scope and epic in its storytelling. Funny, heartbreaking, enthralling, it is destined to become a modern classic- a richly rewarding novel of women's friendship, of true love, and of what happens when we reach beyond our grasp for the great beyond.

We will meet in May on the 5th and 12th at 10:00am. All are welcome! In order to have meaningful discussions, please have the book read beforehand.

Click the button below to order from Amazon.

 

This Week's Worship Information

Sermon: Rev. Sara Pair

Liturgist: Laura Richards

Director of Music: Ann Tibbs

Children’s Moments: Jennifer Fox

 

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Sermon: Stay With Us

 All services are available on Facebook or Facebook Live and

You tube. Join us online for worship at:

    www.facebook.com/lakesidepb

 www.youtube.com/@lumc_pinebluff

 

 

       

     Sunday, April 12, 2026 Attendance

             8:30 Worship – 19

             9:15 Sunday School - 28

             10:30 Worship - 95

             On-line Worship - 20

 

Many thanks to Rev. Shane Pair for delivering the message this past Sunday. Pastor Shane reminded us that God places us in this tension between doubt and belief...He draws us back and holds us there, allowing us to wrestle with our uncertainties and live within our questions. He then aims right where he needs us to be and hits the mark. "Let go and let the tension do its work."

What's Happening this Week

at Lakeside


Wednesday, April 15

8:45 Food Distribution set-up

9:30 LAAF

3:00 F & F zoom

*3:50 Mid-Week Manna tutoring

Thursday, April 16

8:30 Food deliveries

4:00-6:00 Church pick-ups

Friday, April 17

       Office closed 

Saturday, April 18

Sunday, April 19

8:30 Chapel Worship

9:15 Sunday School

10:30 Worship -Sanctuary

Monday, April 20

Tuesday, April 21

10:00 Book Club- last discussion over James

5:30 Leadership Board

Wednesday, April 22

9:30 LAAF

3:00 F & F zoom

*3:50 Mid-Week Manna

Thursday, April 23

Friday, April 24

      Office closed  

Saturday, April 25

Sunday, April 16

8:30 Chapel Worship

9:15 Sunday School

10:30 Sanctuary Worship

 

 *Mid-Week Manna Schedule

 

3:50 MWM tutoring

5:00 Spanish class

6:00 Choir Rehearsal

        English Class

 

 

Prayer Concerns


Immediate/Pressing Concerns: Nathan Baltzell, Ann Reed, Jerry Ingram,

 and John Paul Taylor.

 

For the family and friends of Glenn Babb.

 

Pray for our partner church– St. Paul United Methodist Church,

Malvern and their pastor, Andrew Orr.


Ongoing Prayer Concerns April 15, 2026

 Carol Burckhalter (6/12/24)

Lynda Pickler (6/12/24)

Logan Mondragon (6/19/24)

Jerry Newton (9/15/24)

Jerry Ingram (12/24)

Kashimi Elkins (12/24)

Jean Hudson (3/25)

Allen Swob (9/25)

Peggy Swob (9/25)

Doug Cahill (9/25)

Whitney White Crutchfield

Barbara Sue Langrell

Roy Rainy, Jr.

Molly Tilley

David Owens

Ann Reed

Nathan Baltzell

Duke Allison

Donna Massey Rickels

David Nixon

Homebound &

Assisted Living

Ken Theis

Mary Catherine Kyle

Dilcy Glien

Billie Doster

Marilyn Rouse

Ralph Rouse

Bill Wilcox

Violet Ross

 

 

 

Community News


Mission Needs

Items needed for ongoing ministries

Broadmoor Elementary: Cans of Ravioli etc. and Boxed Mac & Cheese.

 In order to provide enough food for Broadmoor,

20 cans and boxes are needed weekly.

Neighbor to Neighbor: Tuna and other non-perishables like beans and rice.

Blessing Box: non-perishable items

Trinity Village: Personal hygiene items

Opportunity House: Personal hygiene items, socks, towels.

Items may be placed in the baskets by the elevator

or brought to the office.

 

 

 


Calling all 2026 graduates!

If you are graduating this year or have a child/grandchild who is, please contact the office so that they may be included in May's publications. We'd love to share a picture and future plans.

Mid-Week Manna and Project Transformation

Mid-Week Manna will finish for the year on Wednesday, April 29th. It's been a wonderful year with our numbers of students and volunteers growing and learning together.

Keep an eye out here for upcoming Project Transformation News. This summer's camp begins June 9th and registration is now open but space is limited.