Lake Shore Baptist Church

06/25/2026

Pastor Nick recently wrote for Baptist News Global what he wishes Christians knew about sharia law

Recently in Houston, Mohamed Hussein walked into the Texas Republican Convention as a delegate. He walked out in tears. Hussein, a conservative-leaning Muslim American whose family came from Egypt in 1992, attended not as a protester but as a participant — a citizen who believed he had a place in ...

06/20/2026

The wisdom of Lake Shore's "own" Robert Baird.

06/19/2026

Today we observe Juneteenth, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free — two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. That gap between the law's promise and its delivery still has something to teach us about the distance between justice declared and justice realized. As a congregation rooted right here in Texas, we feel a particular call to remember this history honestly and to keep asking where that same gap between promise and practice still shows up today.

For people of faith, Juneteenth is more than a historical commemoration — it's a celebration of liberation, resilience, and the long, unfinished work of freedom for all of God's children. We give thanks for the faith and perseverance of those who survived slavery and built communities, churches, and futures in its aftermath, and we recommit ourselves to anti-racism, justice, and reconciliation in our own time. Happy Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

What does love mean?

Lake Shore knows that true love, unconditional love, is God’s love for all people.

At Lake Shore, love is seen in the way the church congregants care for each other; a hearty laugh heard from one of the many classrooms, kolaches and donuts left by the coffee machine, and the pursuit of God side by side.

We, as a united congregation and community, know that God’s love is for all people from all walks of life.

Our doors are always open; there will always be a hand to shake and a friend to connect with. Lake Shore will always provide a firm reminder of God’s withstanding and adaptive love that knows no bounds.

Our community would love to connect with you on Sundays at 10:45 am, either in person or online. There is always a seat for you at the table.

(James, Laura. Sermon on the Mount, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=57891 [retrieved June 18, 2026]. Original source: Laura James, https://www.laurajamesart.com/collections/religious/.)

06/10/2026

For those who wish to learn more about one of our ministry partners Bright Stars of Bethlehem there will be a wonderful Zoom event to see how their work in transforming lives.

What happens after graduation?

When supporters give to Bright Stars of Bethlehem, they are doing far more than funding a scholarship or supporting a classroom. They are helping nurture filmmakers, artists, educators, therapists, entrepreneurs, and leaders who will go on to strengthen their communities and shape the future of Palestine.

Join us for Beyond Bethlehem: Where Hope Goes Next, a special live conversation exploring the lives, careers, and impact of graduates from Dar al-Kalima University. Through personal stories and firsthand experiences, you'll hear how education in Bethlehem has empowered graduates to become creative professionals and change-makers who are creating impact in their communities and beyond.

Hosted by Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb, Founder and President of Dar al-Kalima University, this inspiring discussion will feature alumni sharing their journeys from the classroom to careers in film, art therapy, visual storytelling, and other creative fields. Their stories offer a powerful look at how education, creativity, and opportunity continue to shape lives long after graduation.

Register: https://tinyurl.com/beyondbethlehem

Registration is free. Donations are welcome and help support future students pursuing their education at Dar al-Kalima University.

Hope begins in Bethlehem. Come discover where it goes next.

06/10/2026

For those in need of diapers, we are a proud supporter and drop-off site for the McLennan County Diaper Collective

06/10/2026

“Love is creating community, inviting all to the table, strangers uniting, never giving up, enduring and thriving... Love is the bottom line and the top line, the answer to all things, the medicine.” Cecil Williams

We know that God’s love is radical and unfailing: there is no child of his that he would not seek out from the darkness. We welcome you to embrace God’s unwavering dedication for all of His children this Sunday at our 10:45 am service!

06/06/2026

It’s that time of year again! The Youth Group are preparing to go on their annual summer adventure and service project. This summer, they will be exploring the northeast and Volunteering at The Giving Factory (Cradles to Crayons)!

The Youth will host a Car Wash & Bake Sale after the church service this Sunday, June 7th, to raise money for The Giving Factory and the Youth’s hiking needs!

So, bring your dirty car and a sweet tooth to church to help support this amazing group of students and their giving hearts! We hope to see you there!