We believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and the way in which Jesus Christ exercises His lordship over humanity is by taking on the nature of a servant, and by giving away his life on the cross (Philippians 2:5-11, Mark 10:45, John 13:14). As Jesus' disciples we believe that following Him in the world means being a servant, and so, we seek to be a community that embodies the atmosphere of humble, life-giving, service.
Build Up
We believe that after Jesus rose from the dead He commissioned His disciples to "go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to do everything I have commanded you to do." To be baptized into the name of the Triune God means to be immersed in the very life of the Triune God. To be taught to do everything that Jesus commanded is to hear what Jesus says through the Bible, and then put what He says into practice in our daily lives. Baptism and Teaching, this is what happens when we gather together to in Jesus' name. We seek to be a community immersed in the life of the Triune God, and we seek to be a people who put into practice what Jesus commands.
"The time is fulfilled, the Kingdom of God has come near, repent and believe the gospel." (Mark 1:15) We believe that when Jesus entered into history as the only begotten Son of God, a new era for humanity was born. We believe that in and through Jesus, the Kingdom of God has come near, heaven is breaking into our world, the kingdom of light is shining into the kingdom of darkness. In and through Jesus we see relationships being restored, we see broken lives being made whole, we see people being set free from addictions and destructive lifestyles, we see sin being forgiven, and we see lives being transformed. Jesus and His message are Good News (gospel) for all, and the way to enter into the Kingdom of God is to 'repent', which simply means, to 'turn around,' or 'to change one's mind' and to turn to Him. We seek to be a community that reaches out to our neighbours and friends in words and in deeds so that all might experience the love of the Father, and come under the reign and rule of the Son, in the power of the Spirit.
As disciples of Jesus we have been instructed by our Lord Jesus to be baptized into the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. When we are baptized into the name of the Triune God we are invited to live in the new way of the Spirit, as sons and daughters of God.
Baptism is the entrance way into this new life in God, and our life together as the Church.
Baptism is the public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 12:13), a reflection of our spiritual union with Christ in His death and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4), and it signifies the sealing of God’s covenant that he has made with us through Jesus Christ (I Peter 3:21).
If you are interested in finding out more about baptism or being baptized contact the church office - 705-652-8056
Believers in Christ are invited to join us at the Lord’s Table on the first Sunday of every month.
The opiate crisis now fully realized as an epidemic, ahead of our recent pandemic, became more personal to me now as a pastor, after serving in law enforcement. The drug issues were viewed from a highly different lens. Meeting individuals where they are at and sharing the love of Christ in whatever way appropriate, seemed to be a far better solution after observing the marginalized run through a legal system that doesn’t seem to change a person’s circumstances. The drug use is often a covering tool for the trauma experienced by child-hood abuse, domestic abuse, human trafficking, sex-trafficking, poverty, homelessness, and many other undiagnosed mental health issues. Matthew 25, the parable of the sheep and goats, weighed heavily on me.
How did we start?
I was fortunate to participate in a humanitarian mission, assisting Haitian Refugees through Rotary International. They introduced me to “hygiene kits” put together in household distribution bags. These simple items of the global north, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, etc., became lifesavers for the poor. The Holy Spirit in action through our Rotary friends- “Why not supply those living on the streets of the Kawarthas with the same type of kits, including, warm hats, mitts, coats, boots, grocery gift cards?” The street mission was born.
Three years ago, the mission began in the Kawarthas, while driving and walking the streets, providing packages, engaging personally, becoming trusted faces to the many who have little trust. I have learned that the message I prepare for Sunday mornings, becomes simple on the street during the week. The sermon is this, “We love you.” The words never heard or have not been heard for some time, will often overwhelm our friends with tears and a smile.
The impact of this ministry on the community and our church
Lakefield Baptist Church, and supporters of the ministry, have become the backbone to the ministry. They have added our marginalized to their prayer, and shopping lists each week. Bags and boxes of items are regularly brought to the church as we provide a “grocery list,’ or money is left for requests.
Lakefield Baptist Church has engaged in mission, realizing that those we see in Peterborough, are truly the “little ones” Jesus lovingly discussed. (Babes of a different kind.)
We are connecting with ministries, and liaison with other agencies to help minimize the need.
Lakefield Baptist Street Ministry connects personally with those on the street. Many in the margins often fear confined places, or mistrust others staying in a shelter.
Joys and challenges
Covid-19 was an enormous challenge for the marginalized as shelters were limited; food was scarce; human traffickers persisted, and our street friends became modern day lepers. LBC continued to support the street ministry as we provided warm clothing and supplies during difficult times. The ministry of Jesus continued. Covid19 didn’t stop the street ministry as we are a “go to” ministry.
Pastor Peter Moore, Shawna Moore and Street Team.
Come and worship the Lord with us at 10:30 AM in person or by Zoom. Please contact Rev. Peter J. Moore at PMoore6637@hotmail.com for the Zoom Link. All are welcome!
If you have a specific need please connect with the church office at office@lakefieldbaptist.com
Whether or not you are now part of our congregation at Lakefield Baptist Church, your specific prayer requests can be shared with a network of our praying people by sending an email to prayerlakefieldb@gmail.com. We seek to rejoice with one another, and to bear one another’s burdens. Janet Skrepnek is a member of Lakefield Baptist Church, and oversees the Prayer Group.
Also, come and join us at our weekly prayer meeting on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm.
Men’s Bible Study is held on Friday afternoon at 2:00 PM.
REV. PETER J. MOORE (PASTOR) LAKEFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH
PROFILES: REV. PETER J. MOORE (PASTOR)-Peter felt a call to Christian ministry as a young teenager, being raised in a family who made faith, church and the love of Jesus a vital part of his life. Peter was accepted in the summer of grade 12 onto the Toronto Police Service and carried out a career as a police constable/detective. Almost 20 years. (Service both in Toronto and Peterborough PD-Peter owned and operated an investigative company post-policing). After going through personal life difficulties and other events, Peter knew the timing to ministry was now God’s. Attending Tyndale Seminary, (Mastor of Divinty pastoral program) while engaging in Street Ministry in Peterborough. Peter applies life experience, the good and bad, allowing him to relate to others in a compassionte manner, understanding their difficulties through life experience. By God’s guidance, preaching, teaching, and pastoral responsibilities have become a great joy to engage in ministry full-time, vocationally. Peter was called and hired full-time as pastor at Lakefield Baptist Church, (July 2022, although interim a year prior to this) and was ordained in November upon completing the credentialling process. Peter has a passion for ministry, and joyfully shares life and ministry with his loving, compassionate, and gifted wife, Shawna. They believe in meeting people where they are at. Engaging with them in the journey. Peter and the congregation of LBC would greatly enjoy meeting you and/or sharing the journey with you through Lakefield Baptist. Peter loves to study, enjoys most sports, specifically hockey, and fitness. He plays guitar and drums at a highly average level. It is a great stress release. When able he spends time in the Domincan assisting Rotary, through the HHART program.
God bless you and may you find peace and salvation through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Pastor Peter
PASTOR: Reverend Peter J. Moore
TREASURER: Jim Rosborough
ADMIN ASSISTANT: TBD
OUTREACH WORKER: Peter J. Moore
CLERK: Barb Rosborough
DEACONS: Bob Hunter, Ruth Pinn, Phil Wilson
LIFE LONG DEACON: Ken Wingett
TRUSTEES: Ken Wingett, Phil Wilson, Chris Pinn, Cheryl Peck, Joanne Anderson
We are a community following Jesus Christ, and we are committed to:
Encouraging every person to use his/her gifts/talents to Serve Christ,
Building up one another through Worship, Fellowship, and Caring Relationships,
and Reaching Out through Evangelism and Discipleship
All are welcome! Worship services are held in person at 36 Regent Street, Lakefield Ontario. Worship services are also available live over Zoom. Please contact PMoore6637@hotmail.com to receive the Zoom link.
