Twin Lakes Church 50 Years In Aptos
René Schlaepfer
September 17, 2023

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Twin Lakes Church 50 Years In Aptos

Twin Lakes Church believes in…

THE LIVING WORD–God’s only revelation to man of His
eternal purposes. (Hebrews 4:12)

THE PRECIOUS BLOOD OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST–God’s only provision for cleansing from sin. (I Peter 1:19)

THE BLESSED HOPE–God’s only promise for a world of
peace and righteousness. (Titus 2:13)

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To all who mourn and need comfort; to all who are weary and need rest; to all who are friendless and need friendship; to all who are lonely and want companionship; to all who sin and need a Saviour; and to whosoever will,–this church opens wide its doors and in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ says: “WELCOME.”

On September 17, 1973, Twin Lakes held the Dedication Service of its new Aptos church campus.

In the fifty years since, over 3,000 people have been baptized. Over 200 have gone into full-time ministry. Over 50,000 children have heard the gospel at church, school, or camp. Over 13 million meals have been provided through our food drives. With each new building here, a facility was also built on the mission field, including churches, orphanages, schools, and clinics. To God be the glory!

ORDER OF SERVICE
LORD I LIFT YOUR NAME ON HIGH
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MAJESTY
HOW GREAT THOU ART (SHANE & SHANE VERSION)
REVELATION SONG
FAITHFULNESS
GREETING
MESSAGE (FEAT. SPECIAL VIDEO) Pastor René Schlaepfer & Pastor Roy Kraft
PRAYER
BE STILL (THE LORD IS GOOD)

BAND
Dan Baker / John Coyle
Doug Banks / Larry Doan
Mike Shannon / Trent Smith

& TLC Choir
Under the direction of Michelle Izor and Connie Fortunato

The Six Foundation Stones of Twin Lakes Church
The first sermon ever preached on the Aptos campus
We are called to…

  1. (Galatians 1:6)

  2. (Galatians 5:13)

  3. (1 Corinthians 1:9)

  4. (1 Corinthians 7:15)

  5. (1 Thessalonians 4:7)

  6. (2 Peter 1:3)

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

  1. Please read Psalm 115:1. How did the 50th Anniversary Celebration encourage you? How have you seen God’s faithfulness in your life in the last month?

  2. Please read Galatians 5:13. How do you struggle with abusing the freedom you have in Christ? How do you struggle to believe it? Why do you think Paul says that freedom is best used in service of others?

  3. Please read Ephesians 4:2-3. What do these verses have to say about living in peace? When do you struggle most to live in peace with others? What would living in peace look like for you this week?

  4. Please read 2 Peter 1:3. What difference does it make when you try to live a godly life in your strength versus living in God’s strength? How would you like to grow in godliness? What would it look like to live in God’s strength in that area?

LIFE AT TLC

‘50 YEARS IN APTOS’ ANNIVERSARY
Today after the service visit the historic display in the lobby, enjoy free food and treats outside, and take home a copy of our commemorative ‘50 Years In Aptos’ book, free stickers and a mug!

EXPLORE GOD
Next Weekend our new series Explore God begins! We all have questions about God, faith, and purpose. This Fall we’ll join over 110 churches in the Bay Area participating in this series, looking at these big questions in an open, authentic way! Not just in church, we’re going to do it in our small groups too! Join at tlc.org/smallgroups or stop at the table in the lobby this weekend.

MID-WEEK CLASSES
Kick-off Wednesday, 9/20 • Come dive deeper into the Explore God series, or visit tlc.org/adultmidweek for descriptions of more classes to choose from! Kids program is available. Dinner is served 5:15-6pm ($5 per person and $15 family maximum), classes start at 6:30pm.

WELCOME LUNCH
9/24, 12-1:30pm, College Ministry Bldg next to Loft Coffee • New to Twin Lakes Church or want to take that next step to get connected or involved? Whether you have been here for one week or one year, we’d love to meet you at the (free) Welcome Lunch!
tlc.org/welcome

Need help? tlc.org/help
Need prayer? tlc.org/prayer
To give: tlc.org/give

WEEKEND SERVICES OF THE CHURCH
SATURDAY – 6 PM SUNDAY – 9 AM & 11 AM
TWIN LAKES KIDS MINISTRY OFFERED FOR ALL YOUTH AGES A NURSERY IS MAINTAINED DURING SERVICES

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