Conversation Starter for Parents:
This month, try asking: “Which fruit of the Spirit feels hardest for you right now, and where do you see God helping you grow?”
Your week just got a little better.
Lakeside Youth is a fun place for students in Grades 6-12 to experience and build a personal relationship with Jesus. We meet most Wednesday evenings throughout the school year, and every Sunday morning. Scroll down for information about upcoming youth nights, events, and ways to stay in touch.
Before attending a Wednesday night event, please ensure you have filled out our family form. Click the link below.
Upcoming Events
NOTE: There will be no Youth Night over March Break.
Sunday Schedule
All students in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us in the Youth Zone every Sunday morning after the coffee break!
Each week will look a little different - from diving into God’s Word and real-life conversations, to serving together, to worship and community moments led by our youth themselves. It’s a space designed for students to grow in faith, friendships, and confidence as they learn to follow Jesus.
On Youth Worship Team Sundays, students are invited to participate even if they're not musical. They can help with tech, sound, or lighting, or just come and hang out.
We’re always looking for adult volunteers who can provide support every couple of months, helping with discussions, connecting with students, or simply being a friendly, encouraging presence. If you’d like to invest in the next generation, email rrabidoux@lakesidechurch.ca.
What we're talking about right now
This month in Youth, students will journey through The Look of Love — a series focused on how growing closer to Jesus transforms the way we live, respond, and treat others every day. As youth intentionally draw near to Christ, they’ll explore how the Holy Spirit shapes their attitudes, choices, and relationships, discovering that love is more than a feeling — it’s a way of living that reflects Jesus in real and practical ways.
Together, we’ll unpack the fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22–23, learning that love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and more are not traits we manufacture, but fruit that grows as we depend on God. Through the teachings of Jesus, reflections on gratitude and peace, and stories from the lives of Job, Ruth, and Naomi — students will wrestle honestly with what it looks like to choose love over hate, joy over discouragement, peace over anger, and patience over worry.
Along the way, they’ll be reminded that spiritual growth takes time, intention, and trust, and that the Holy Spirit works in partnership with us through prayer, gratitude, and faithful choices in everyday moments.
Each week highlights a different expression of love, inviting youth to grow in character, compassion, and faith as they learn to put God and others first.
Our hope is that by the end of the series, youth won’t just understand the fruit of the Spirit — they’ll begin to recognize how God is shaping their hearts and character, helping them respond with grace, choose peace in difficult moments, and reflect Christ in everyday relationships.
Together, we’ll unpack the fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22–23, learning that love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and more are not traits we manufacture, but fruit that grows as we depend on God. Through the teachings of Jesus, reflections on gratitude and peace, and stories from the lives of Job, Ruth, and Naomi — students will wrestle honestly with what it looks like to choose love over hate, joy over discouragement, peace over anger, and patience over worry.
Along the way, they’ll be reminded that spiritual growth takes time, intention, and trust, and that the Holy Spirit works in partnership with us through prayer, gratitude, and faithful choices in everyday moments.
Each week highlights a different expression of love, inviting youth to grow in character, compassion, and faith as they learn to put God and others first.
Our hope is that by the end of the series, youth won’t just understand the fruit of the Spirit — they’ll begin to recognize how God is shaping their hearts and character, helping them respond with grace, choose peace in difficult moments, and reflect Christ in everyday relationships.
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Want to Get Involved?
We're always looking for adults who want to invest in the next generation. If you have a heart for teens and want to make a difference in the lives of our students, click the button below to let us know a little bit about you. Just two hours a week can make a huge impact.
Stay in Touch
Text the word YOUTH to 226-910-1120 to receive text reminders and updates.