Jesus calls us to work for peace and embody peacemaking. This is a timeless and a very timely invitation.
Lakeshore Outreach
All contributions by Allison Tanner
July 25, 2018
Midweek MessageDear Lakeshore, It feels like a quiet week at Lakeshore in contrast to last week’s Vacation Bible Camp – with over with 40 campers, teens and adults singing God’s praises and learning how to be peacemakers. This week has a … Continue reading July 25, 2018
Continue reading →Prayer Vigil
AnnouncementsDear Lakeshore, The Grief and Loss Group will hold a Prayer Vigil this Wednesday, from 12-1, for anyone who would like a quite space to reflect and pray as we mourn the loss of Paul Keener. This will take place … Continue reading Prayer Vigil
Continue reading →Sad News
AnnouncementsDear Lakeshore family, We have received word of the tragic and untimely death of Paul Keener. He died today of an apparent heart attack. Both Jim and I have been in touch with the family, and they will let us … Continue reading Sad News
Continue reading →July 4, 2018
Midweek MessageDear Lakeshore, As many of you have heard, I plan to spend my 4th of July walking around Lake Merritt seven times. My walk is a form of prayer and of protest, acknowledging the many ways the U.S. government is … Continue reading July 4, 2018
Continue reading →June 28, 2018
In FormationAs the 4th of July approaches, my heart is heavy with the plight of so many seeking basic freedoms and having these freedoms denied by the actions (and inactions) of the United States government. It is devastating to see the … Continue reading June 28, 2018
Continue reading →An Invitation from Pastor Allison
AnnouncementsDear Lakeshore, As most of you know, I traveled to Palestine/Israel last fall as part of an international delegation working for a World Without Walls. My trip was organized by Stop the Wall, a Palestinian grassroots network supporting people who have … Continue reading An Invitation from Pastor Allison
Continue reading →May 31, 2018
In FormationOne of the things I love about Lakeshore’s Vacation Bible Camp, now in its 8th year, is the way in which it provides faith formation for all its participants: campers, teens volunteers and leaders alike. Kids have a chance to … Continue reading May 31, 2018
Continue reading →Easter Gives Way to Pentecost
Lent & AdventThis Sunday marks the end of the Easter season – a seven week period of remembering the journey of Jesus’ followers as they encountered the Risen Christ and sought to make sense of the resurrection. The gospels record multiple resurrection … Continue reading Easter Gives Way to Pentecost
Continue reading →May 9, 2018
Midweek MessageDear LABC, Last weekend was a busy weekend for Lakeshore. The PAUSE alternative worship service lifted up the theme of community, and I went away reflecting on the following quotes: Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform … Continue reading May 9, 2018
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