Posts from September 2026
Tough passages in the New Testament (Study Season)
Do you enjoy digging deeper into the Bible to understand and apply it? We’re hosting another Study Season each Sunday night in the church hall. While our Sunday morning series, Why We Do What We Do, explores some of the beliefs and practices that shape us as a church, Sunday nights will take a different approach. We’ll slow down over some of the strangest and toughest passages in the New Testament and learn how to read the Bible well when…
Carols for Kids 2026
Celebrate Christmas in Cairns with Carols for Kids! This wonderful free family event is going to be extra special with Christmas carols, animal farm, photobooth, jumping castles, sausage sizzle and family activities! Tickets are not required, you can simply turn up on the day. Join us at The Lakes Church from 4pm on Sunday 6th December 2026. The Lakes Church is at 102-104 MacNamara Street, Edge Hill. Carols for Kids begins with fun activities and food throughout The Lakes Church property from 4pm-5.30pm, followed by carols in the…
Why we do what we do series 2026
Why we do what we do Every church has practices and convictions that shape who they are. In this series we’ll explore some of the places where sincere Christians disagree, why The Lakes Church has landed where it has, and how we can hold strong convictions with genuine humility. Whether you’ve been here for years or you’re still figuring us out, you’ll discover the biblical convictions and values behind why we do what we do. You can find the group…
Cairns to the Cape 2026
Cairns to the Cape We are partnering with Churches of Christ to bring joy to foster and kinship families across Far North Queensland this Christmas! What is Cairns to the Cape? The Churches of Christ Children, Youth and Families division is based in Cairns and serves foster and kinship families in Aurukun, Cairns, Kowanyama, Lockhart River, Mapoon, Pormpuraaw and Weipa. Children belong in safe and caring homes, but families are complicated. Some face significant challenges that mean it’s not safe…