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Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Lake Forest High School Varsity Basketball Coach Phil LaScalaTransitioning into high school can cause a great deal of anxiety for young teens. Knowing someone is there to look out for you makes all the difference. Coach Phil LaScala developed the Lake Forest High School (LFHS) basketball program and ran it for nearly 20 years with the deliberate intention of supporting young players. He paired seniors on the team with underclassman and it meant everything to the new guys who looked up to the varsity players. It taught members of the varsity team to understand their leadership role and to tune in and make time for others on and...
2025-07-2048 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Local Youth CoachesSusie Kullby is a 30 year resident, educator and coach in Lake Forest. Coach Kullby played a variety of sports growing up but fell in love with soccer as a varsity player at New Trier high school. She went on to play at Xavier University. She has coached soccer for LFSA for 20 years and has a national C license from U.S. soccer. In 2020 Susie received the Illinois Women in Soccer Award in 2020.John Lazzaretto founded Bandits Lacrosse in 2014 and has coached hundreds of young athletes, growing the program to over 200 girls playing each year. John has two c...
2025-05-271h 05
AskLFCEpisode 197: Core PassionsThis week, Pastor Andrew and Harrison dive in to the core passions of Lake Forest Church. What are they, and how to they impact everything we do around here?
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2025-05-2130 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Representative Bob MorganRepresentative Morgan was first elected to the 58th District, which includes Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Highwood, Highland Park, Deerfield and Bannockburn, in 2018.
In Springfield, Representative Morgan has made gun safety and healthcare access his focus. Prior to running for office, Mr. Morgan was a healthcare attorney for the Governor’s Office and General Counsel for the Department of Health. He was instrumental in implementing provisions of the Affordable Healthcare Act here in Illinois and was also a force behind the implementation of the State’sMedical Cannabis Program.
Representative Morgan is a graduate of the University of Illinois and has his JD f...
2025-04-1449 minAskLFCEpisode 192: Behind the ScenesLake Forest Church is growing in more ways than one. This week on the podcast, come get a look behind the scenes and see how this growth is coming together.
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2025-03-1128 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Ad-Hoc Committee Chairs Kent Novak and Melanie RummelMelanie and Kent are co-Chairs of the Adhoc Bylaws committee for the Lake Forest Caucus. Melanie is along time resident of Lake Forest and has served the community in many ways, most recently as an Alderman. Prior to that she has also served as an office of the Lake Forest Open Lands Association including a stint as Chairperson. She has been a member of the Board and past President of the Lake Forest District 67 School Board as well as a Director of the Gorton Community Center. Melanie has been active in many other civic and charitable organizations in Lake...
2025-02-2750 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, Joanna RolekJoanna is the longtime Executive Director of the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce. Joanna, a graduate of Boston University, began her career as a singer and actress. Her stage career included productions in Boston, Denver, and the Chicago area. She transitioned into public relations and marketing by working with two symphony orchestras, including the Lake Forest Symphony. Joanna then went to work at the Gorton Community Center, and after a stint in the real estate industry, she became Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce in 1997.
2025-02-1146 minAskLFCEpisode 184: Cheek to CheekFrom Huntersville to Charlotte to Denver, Lake Forest Church is growing. We want to celebrate what God is doing through our church: reaching one more person with the gospel of Jesus. Join us as we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025!
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2025-01-0234 minAskLFCEpisode 179: One Hundred and Forty ThousandWe’ve got Pastor Andrew sitting in this week on the Ask LFC podcast to talk about what God is doing here and around the world, AND why 140,000 is a significant number for Lake Forest Church.
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2024-11-1936 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with LFHS Principal Erin LenartDr. Lenart came to Lake Forest High School in 2021 from Fairfax High School in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Lenart began her career as an English teacher and later has served as an Assistant Principal and Principal at both the Junior High and High School levels. She holds a Bachelors degree in English form Austin Peay University, a Masters in Education Administration from Trevecca Nazarene University, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Virginia Tech.
2024-11-0950 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Congressional Candidate Jim CarrisJim Carris is a candidate for the Illinois 10th District in the House of Representatives. Jim is a longtime commercial real estate executive who has put that career on hold to run for congress. He has an undergraduate degree from Notre Dame and a law degree from Loyola University in Chicago. Jim, his wife, and three children are residents of Lake Forest.
2024-11-0242 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Lake Forest College President Jill BarenDr. Jill M. Baren. In July of 2022, Dr. Baren was appointed the fourteenth president of Lake Forest College. Lake Forest College was founded in 1857 and is home to nearly 1600 students. Last year the Wall Street Journal rated Lake Forest College the top liberal arts college in the Midwest. Dr. Baren is a medical doctor, educator, and researcher, who brings nearly 30 years of academic medicine and higher-education administrative experience to the presidency. She previously served as Provost and Vice-President of Academic Affairs at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, before coming to Lake Forest College
2024-08-3140 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Lake Forest Caucus President Joe OritiJoe and Tim talk about the Caucus, bylaw modernization and restoring trust within the community.
Joe is the current president of the Lake Forest Caucus. He has lived in Lake Forest since 2015 with his wife and four children. Joe previously served as Caucus Vice President, Treasurer, and on numerous subcommittees, leading searches for elected and appointed volunteers for various positions. He also served on the Friends of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation Board. In his professional life, Joe has served as an advisor, officer and fiduciary for corporate clients, helping them to improve operational and financial performance. He’s held executive of...
2024-08-0246 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Executive Director of Ragdale Paul SacaridizPaul Sacaridiz is the Executive Director of Ragdale located here in Lake Forest. Ragdale is a nonprofit artist community located on the former country estate of Arts & Crafts architect Howard Van Doren Shaw and his wife, poet and playwright, Frances Wells Shaw. Each year it offers 150 residencies and fellowships to creative professionals of all types, making Ragdale one of the largest interdisciplinary artist communities in the country. Paul joined Ragdale in April. He brings 25 years of experience to the organization, with a background that includes art making, teaching, and administration. He has held leadership positions in...
2024-07-1143 minAskLFCEpisode 168- CochabambaThis week, we look into what God is doing around the world through Lake Forest and one exceptional mission partner. Come hear Mike’s stories from Cochabamba!
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2024-06-2737 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Executive Director of the Lake Forest Library Ishwar LaxminarayanMr. Laximinarayan became the Executive Director of the Lake Forest Library on May 1, 2023. He has previously worked at libraries across India and the United States and has most recently worked for a consulting firm that assists libraries in strategic planning, community engagement, and marketing. Ishwar has been active in local, state, regional, and national library organizations and was selected by the Public Library Association for its inaugural Leadership Fellowship at Harvard University.
2024-05-1143 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Caucus President Chris Benes - Chris and Tim discuss the Caucus election, the CPA Amendment and the mission of the Lake Forest CaucusChris has lived in Lake Forest since 2011 with his wife and two sons. Born and raised in Chicago, Chris graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Computer Science. He has spent his career in the telecommunications and technology industries.Founded in 1935, the mission of the Lake Forest Caucus is to recommend qualified citizens to serve in Lake Forest government and on the School Boards via an independent, nonpartisan process. All Lake Forest registered voters are members of the Caucus.
2024-03-3038 min
Lake Forest on TopicA Conversation with Lake Forest Author and Documentary Filmmaker - Susan L. KelseySusan has authored four historical books: Downtown Lake Forest, West Lake Forest, Legendary Locals of Lake Forest and Billy Caldwell (1780-1841) Chicago and the Great Lakes Trail. Previously, Susan was the Economic Development Officer for the City of Lake Forest for ten years where she worked with commercial property owners to recruit businesses to Lake Forest. Susan and her family have lived in Lake Forest since 2006. Prior to moving to Lake Forest, Susan lived in the Sauganash neighborhood on the north side of Chicago. She was involved in Chicago politics for two decades as the 39th Ward Committeeman and Comm...
2024-03-2626 min
Lake Forest on TopicSuperintendent Dr. Matt Montgomery and D115 School Board President John Noble Address Recent AccusationsMatthew Montgomery, Superintendent of Districts 115 and 67 and John Noble, President of the District 115 School Board. Dr. Montgomery and Mr. Noble first appeared on this podcast last November. We’re having them back today to catch up on recent events at Lake Forest High School.
2024-03-161h 00
Lake Forest on TopicHelping At Risk Families In Lake County - Anne McAveeney, Paula Turelli and Peggy TalbotPaula Turelli serves as the Executive Director of Mother’s Trust Foundation, which offers immediate aid to low-income children in Lake County during crises. Peggy Talbot, an early supporter and former Board Chair of Beacon Place in Waukegan, IL, champions programs fostering academic growth, better health, and skill-building for children and families. Anne McAveeney, a founder of Fill A Heart for Children, collaborates with educators and social workers to support the most vulnerable children in their community.
2024-03-101h 00
Lake Forest on TopicLake Forest Native and Acclaimed Artist - Mark McMahonMark McMahon is a lifetime resident of Lake Forest. To say he comes from a creative family would be a massive understatement. His father Franklin was a globally recognized artist and his mother a writer. Five of his eight siblings pursued art professionally in various forms. His wife Carolyn and children Elise and Drew are also professional artists and two of his grandchildren are active in the arts.Mark attended Lake Forest High School where he is recognized on the Alumni Wall of Fame. He went on to Adams State College in Colorado and Loyola University where...
2024-02-1341 min
Lake Forest on TopicOn Topic with Lake Forest for TransparencyJennifer Karras has lived in Lake Forest for 22 years. She has held senior marketing positions for several organizations, including most recently at Guggenheim Partners. Jennifer is a former Ward One alderman and has served as president of DPM’s APT, Chairman of CROYA, and executive member of LFHS Foundation and LFHS Boosters. She is the founder of YD3, a college recruiting company focused on Division 3 athletic programs.Susan Sailor Daly is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Indiana University-Bloomington and has been a tv reporter, district staffer for a congressman, a banker and software salesperson. She an...
2024-01-0652 min
Lake Forest on TopicDr. Matthew Montgomery, Dr. Jennifer Hermes and Mr. John Noble Part 2Dr. Matthew Montgomery began his career at the Waterloo School District in Atwater, Ohio, first as a science teacher, and later, as principal of Waterloo Middle School and Waterloo High School. In July 2013 he became Superintendent of the Waterloo School District. Two years later Dr. Montgomery became Superintendent of the Revere School District in Bath, Ohio and in 2021, came to Lake Forest as the new Superintendent for Districts 67 and 115. Dr. Jennifer Hermes is the COO of the shared district office responsible for budgeting and finance, Board relations, employee and labor relations as well as oversight of Di...
2023-11-1144 min
Lake Forest on TopicDr. Matthew Montgomery, Dr. Jennifer Hermes and Mr. John Noble Part 1Dr. Matthew Montgomery began his career at the Waterloo School District in Atwater, Ohio, first as a science teacher, and later, as principal of Waterloo Middle School and Waterloo High School. In July 2013 he became Superintendent of the Waterloo School District. Two years later Dr. Montgomery became Superintendent of the Revere School District in Bath, Ohio and in 2021, came to Lake Forest as the new Superintendent for Districts 67 and 115.Dr. Jennifer Hermes is the COO of the shared district office responsible for budgeting and finance, Board relations, employee and labor relations as well as oversight of District 67 a...
2023-11-1140 min
Lake Forest on TopicFormer Alderman and Caucus Committee Member Michael BurnsMichael has been a lifelong resident of Lake Forest and was very active in our city government. Michael has held the position of Alderman with the opposing Lake Forest Independence Party, and served on the Lake Forest Caucus . During 90’s and early 2000’s, there was much opposition with our Caucus leadership and Michael was instrumental is reforming and restoring our Lake Forest Caucus.
2023-11-0411 min
Lake Forest on TopicFormer Caucus Committee President Sheila HenrettaSheila Henretta is a Lake Forest resident with a track record of public service, including in the Illinois Governor’s office and as the state’s chief banking regulator; as an elected Local School Council member in Chicago; and on the board and as an officer of the Better Government Association. More recently, she served as a member of the Lake Forest Caucus and was the Caucus’ President in 2019-2020. She is currently the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of an investment management and benefits firm and sits on the board of directors of its institutional investments arm. Sheila gradua...
2023-10-2232 minAskLFCEpisode 143: Churches Planting Churches Planting Churches
When churches take on a multiplying mindset, it changes everything. This week on the podcast, Pastor Mike reflects back to the early days of LFC and share some stories of how new churches have grown out of Lake Forest over these years.
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2023-10-0533 min
Lake Forest on TopicA conversation with Prue BeidlerPrue is a longtime resident of Lake Forest having moved here in 1976. She has volunteered and served on the board of directors for non-profit organizations in both Chicago and Lake Forest for over 40 years. She spent six years as an alderman in Lake Forest and has been a member of several other city committees and commissions. She began her career as a Chicago Public School teacher after receiving a Bachelor in Arts from Wellesley College and an Master of Studies in Education from University of Chicago.
2023-09-2253 min
Lake Forest on TopicVictoria SmithFormer Lake Forest resident, Victoria Smith was a marketing executive who gave up her comfortable Chicago life for the romantic dream of moving to Tuscany with her husband. Typically undaunted, Victoria was one of the first women marketing executives at Procter & Gamble in the early 1970s, a senior vice president with DDB Needham international advertising agency during the 1980s, and director of volunteers at a large church in the 1990s. Follow the Lake Forest On Topic Podcast on social media at: https://www.facebook.com/LakeForestforTransparencyLearn more about Victoria and her book a...
2023-09-2132 minAskLFCEpisode 140: Three Elders
We are so fortunate to have an amazing group of elders at Lake Forest Church, and this week on the podcast, you’ll get to know our three newest elders. These are the folks who serve, lead, and engage with everything going on at LFC, so please take a listen!
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2023-09-1435 min
Lake Forest on TopicState Senator Julie MorrisonState Senator Julie Morrison. Senator Morrison represents the 29th District, which includes part or all of 22 communities from the Great Lakes Naval Training Station on the north, to Wilmette on the south, and west into Buffalo Grove.Senator Morrison serves as Majority Whip for the Senate Democratic Caucus. She also chairs the Health and Human Services committee and sits on the Veterans Affairs, Early Childhood Education, and the Environment and Conservation Committees. She is vice chair of the Appropriations Committee for Health and Human ServicesPrior to her election to State Senator, Ms. Morrison served a...
2023-09-0132 min
Lake Forest on TopicMike Adams and Kim Pfahl - Former Lake Forest Caucus PresidentsKim Pfahl and Mike Adams are both long time Lake Forest residents and are past presidents of the Lake Forest Caucus. Kim and Mike are not currently members of the Caucus Committee as they have both completed their maximum length of service.
2023-09-0143 min
Lake Forest on TopicCarol Summerfield - Executive Director of the History Center of Lake Forest Lake BluffCarol became the Executive Director of the History Center of Lake Forest Lake Bluff in 2018. Carol has extensive experience in marketing, advertising, operations, and project management working with both private sector businesses and public institutions. She has served on the Board of several not-for-profit organizations including the Museum of Broadcast Communications, the Public Narrative, and Girls in the Game.Carol served as a member of the Peace Corps in the Central African Republic and is a graduate of Northwestern University.
2023-09-0130 min
Lake Forest on TopicMarion Cartwright - Leading Conservationists in Lake ForestMarion moved to Lake Forest in 1996 and raised her family here. She’s been very involved in community organizations that focus on our natural resources. She is the former co-director of the Garden at Elawa Farm where she worked for seven years. She is active in the Lake Forest Open Lands Association, where she has taught educational courses, overseen restoration programs and served on its staff. Marion is currently a member of the Open Lands Board of Governors. Marion is also a site steward for MacArthur Woods, a 560 acre woodland to our west that is owned and oper...
2023-09-0142 min
Lake Forest on TopicJohn Powers - Ward 2 Alderman for the City of Lake ForestJohn has lived in Lake Forest for the 27 years and is currently the Director of National Accounts for Abbott Diabetes. John has been a very active member of our community having served on the Lake Forest Caucus Committee and the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation Board. He has had various roles at the Church and School of St. Mary and is also a Trustee of Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep in Waukegan. In 2013 John was elected to the District 115 Board of Education and served a four year term. In April of this year, John was...
2023-09-0148 min
Lake Forest on TopicDavid Sweet - Resident and Journalist Who has Worked for News Outlets Across the CountryDavid Sweet grew up in Lake Forest and moved back to the city in the early 2000’s. He is a journalist who has worked for news outlets across the country including the Wall Street Journal, MSNBC.com, the Sports Business Journal and The Lake Forester. He currently is a contributor to Classic Chicago magazine and edits the Lake Forest Love blog.In addition to his newswriting and columns, David is the author of two books: Lamar Hunt - The Gentle Giant Who Revolutionized Professional Sports and 3 Seconds in Munich – The Controversial 1972 Olympic Basketball FinalDavid rece...
2023-09-0133 min
Lake Forest on TopicSuzanne Sands, Two Term District 67 School Board PresidentA community leader who is passionate about education and actively supports her local school community. She has been a volunteer leader in Lake Forest for 13 years since establishing the Kinderhaven Parent Board in 2010. She has taken on leadership roles in the District 67 APT, Spirit of 67 Foundation, Lake Forest Soccer Association Board, and Temple Jeremiah in Northfield. In May, she completed serving her second 4 year term on the Lake Forest District 67 Board of Education, most recently serving as Board President and Education Committee Chair. She represented District 67 on the TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 (formerly NSSED, Northern Suburban Special Education District) board f...
2023-09-0148 min
Lake Forest on TopicDr. Michael Ebner - James D. Vail III Professor of History, Emeritus - at Lake Forest CollegeDr. Michael Ebner is the James D. Vail the third Professor of History – Emeritus - at Lake Forest College. He’s been a professor for over 50 years and joined the faculty at Lake Forest in 1974.In addition to having written extensively on America’s cities and suburbs, Dr. Ebner is the author of the book, Creating Chicago's North Shore, A Suburban History.A long time Lake Forest resident, Dr. Ebner was active in the city’s politics in the 80’s and 90’s. He is a former chair of the Lake Forest Caucus and was a member of it...
2023-09-0128 minAskLFCEpisode 134: My Dog Copper
This week on the Ask LFC podcast, Pastor Mike and Harrison catch you up on some important things happening around Lake Forest, and Mike shares some thoughts he had written a few years back for his dear dog Copper.
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2023-07-2025 minAskLFCEpisode 133: The Verses that LFC Was Built On
Lake Forest Church has some pretty awesome God stories from over the years, and this week on the podcast Pastor Mike wants to share a few of them with you, and three passages from the Bible that shaped LFC since literally Day One.
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2023-07-1234 minAskLFCEpisode 130: What a Denomination Does
Lake Forest is part of a larger group of churches called the EPC, or Evangelical Presbyterian Church. We don’t talk about it a TON from the stage but it is a major part of how our church was formed and how it continues to grow. Check out this weeks episode of the podcast to find out exactly what our denomination IS and what it DOES.
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2023-06-1329 minAskLFCEpisode 127: Better Together
Here at Lake Forest Church, we are big believers in hearing from different voices, especially when it comes to sermons. On this episode of the Ask LFC podcast, we hear from Pastor Mike and Harrison about why it’s so important for us to hear from many gifted preachers of God’s word.
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2023-05-3030 minAskLFCEpisode 123: Easter Party
Wow! We are still recovering/celebrating our Easter weekend across the Lake Forest family of churches. This week, Mike and Harrison go behind the scenes, all about Easter weekend.
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2023-04-1129 minAskLFCEpisode 120: Hands, Head, and Heart
We had the opportunity to have our friend Percy Muleba share some thoughts on worship with some of our Lake Forest teams, and we wanted to pass some of the wisdom on to you! How can we worship God with every part of our selves? With our hands, our head, and our hearts?
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2023-03-1435 minAskLFCEpisode 119: Holy Spirit Stuff
A few years ago, we took a step back and identified some directions and goals that felt right and good. On this episode of the Ask LFC podcast, we look back at our night of worship and explain how that fits one of our big goals for Lake Forest Church.
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2023-03-0121 minAskLFCEpisode 118: The Bible, The Church, and Identity
This week on the Ask LFC podcast, Pastor Mike shares some thinking that’s going on behind the scenes at Lake Forest Church. How are we being called to follow God’s word in an area that everyone is talking and thinking about?
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2023-02-2134 minAskLFCEpisode 114: Book Learnin'
If you want to keep growing, and keep humble, it’s important to keep learning. That’s an idea we take to heart here at Lake Forest, and this week on the Ask LFC podcast we wanted to share some wisdom from three books that have been shaping things behind the scenes.
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2023-01-3027 minAskLFCEpisode 112: Bells and Whistles
Bright lights, loud music, good production value… what separates Sunday morning at church from Saturday night at a concert? Jump in with Pastor Jeff and Harrison as they break down why we approach things the way we do at Lake Forest, and the dangers of a GOOD thing becoming an ULTIMATE THING.
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2023-01-1039 minAskLFCEpisode 110: Amazing Grace
This week, Pastor Mike got to meet an author that was influential in Mike’s life alllll the way back at the beginning of his Lake Forest planting days. On this episode of the Ask LFC podcast, we talk about grace, and why it was the cornerstone of the very first teachings at LFC.
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2022-12-0832 minAskLFCEpisode 109: Ancient/Future
We don’t have it all figured out, but the good news is that we KNOW that. It’s been so helpful for us here at Lake Forest to move forward by looking back. Our faith has a tradition that spans centuries, and we have a lot to learn. Join Pastor Mike and Harrison as they talk about some of the ways that kind of thinking leads us here at LFC.
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2022-12-0826 minAskLFCEpisode 107: Ministry Partners
A few times a year, we celebrate what God is doing at Lake Forest Church by baptizing people and praying over new ministry partners joining our church. So what is a ministry partner? Why that term instead of “member”, and what’s the significance? Join Pastor Mike and Harrison as they talk it all through on this week’s episode.
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2022-11-1525 minAskLFCEpisode 102: Church En Español
Years ago, the leadership of Lake Forest Church had been sensing a growing call to plant a Spanish speaking church to be a part of the LFC family. On this episode of the Ask LFC podcast, we sit down and get to know the pastor who has made that call a reality: Pastor Victor Leal.
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2022-10-0432 minAskLFCEpisode 91: Three Ways We're Getting BetterThere is a season for everything under the sun, according to the Bible in the book of Ecclesiastes. We’re all moving out of a (hopefully) once-in-a-lifetime season of shutdowns and life rhythm changes, and into a season where we are trying to figure out what our new normal looks like. Here at Lake Forest, we have some targets for this next season of ministry and this week on the Ask LFC podcast, Mike and Harrison want to bring you up to speed.
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2022-06-2843 minAskLFCEpisode 89: Meet the Interns!We have a great group of summer interns who are making a huge impact here at Lake Forest and we want you to get the chance to hear from them.
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2022-06-1522 minAskLFCEpisode 85: Meet LFC's Graphic Designer, Miguel TorresWe have some really cool people that make up our staff team here at Lake Forest Church, and this week on the podcast, we get an opportunity to meet one of them. Meet the most overqualified graphic designer in the world, Miguel Torres!
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2022-05-1118 minAskLFCEpisode 82: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and ToesIn the book of 1 Corinthians, the apostle Paul talks about the body of Christ, and how it takes all kinds of different parts to make it work. This week on the Ask LFC podcast, Harrison and Pastor Mike are reflecting on Easter Sunday and how so many awesome ministry partners contribute to what happens every Sunday here at Lake Forest Church.
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2022-04-2140 min
Under the OakUnder the Oak Ep. 04: Chris Ramaekers, Director of the Lake Forest Civic OrchestraThis theme of this month's episode is 'Arts in Education'. We are thrilled to be joined by Mrs. Erika Brown-Thomas, Grade 8 choir student Christina, and Chris Ramaekers, Director of the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra. Enjoy!
2022-02-2850 minAskLFCEpisode 73: Joy TourLake Forest exists not as one church, but as a family of churches. This past Sunday, Pastor Mike did a little undercover “joy tour” at LFC-Westlake and LFC-UCity, and in this episode he shares what makes the family of churches sauce so special.
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2022-02-0239 min
LFC Davidson Sermon Podcastthe Story: Vol. 5 “A PROUD MAN & A SUFFERING GIRL” (6.6.2021)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Mike Moses – Lead Teaching Pastor, Lake Forest Huntersville
2021-06-0741 min
Lake Forest Podcast“Art Class” Snip from the Lake Forest Podcast DDAY Show
Arthur Miller tells us what happened on 6-6-44. Think about it the next time you’re at the Top of Lake Forest Beach looking down.
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2021-06-0600 minLake Forest Podcast“Art Class” Snip from the Lake Forest Podcast DDAY Show
Arthur Miller tells us what happened on 6-6-44. Think about it the next time you’re at the Top of Lake Forest Beach looking down.
Link to Podcast
#lakeforestillinois #DDay
https://www.lakeforestpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dday-snip.mp4
2021-06-0600 minLake Forest Podcast“Art Class” Featuring Arthur Miller with Special Guest Carol Summerfield Executive Director Historical Center Lake Forest Lake Bluff
Arthur Miller during his “Art Class” had Carol Summerfield the Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff History Center drop by and discuss: Latest wave of new residents also caused by the City shutdown, even of the lakefront. But restaurants, theaters, museums, etc. all closed. LF offered open space access at the beach and bluff top park, LF Open Lands trails, etc. easy to walk in the open air without being in crowds. Bigger home spaces better for families going to school and office at home
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2021-06-0200 minLake Forest Podcast“Art Class” Featuring Arthur Miller with Special Guest Carol Summerfield Executive Director Historical Center Lake Forest Lake Bluff
Arthur Miller during his “Art Class” had Carol Summerfield the Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff History Center drop by and discuss: Latest wave of new residents also caused by the City shutdown, even of the lakefront. But restaurants, theaters, museums, etc. all closed. LF offered open space access at the beach and bluff top park, LF Open Lands trails, etc. easy to walk in the open air without being in crowds. Bigger home spaces better for families going to school and office at home
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2021-06-0200 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Memorial Day Service Set Up
Neal, Steve, Tom from McKinlock Post 264 American Legion are out setting up for 11am service. in Market Square (Lake Forest, Illinois) We had Boy Scout Troop 48, Lake Forest, IL and 46 (help me with the tags guys) show up to help!
2021-05-3100 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Memorial Day Service Set Up
Neal, Steve, Tom from McKinlock Post 264 American Legion are out setting up for 11am service. in Market Square (Lake Forest, Illinois) We had Boy Scout Troop 48, Lake Forest, IL and 46 (help me with the tags guys) show up to help!
2021-05-3100 minLake Forest PodcastPodcast #50 David Lipinski Commander American Legion MCKINLOCK POST #264 Lake Forest
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David Lipinski Commander American Legion Post #264 joined Skoo Walker, Arthur Miller, and Pete Jansons to inform us what the Memorial Day Activities will be 5/31/21 11 am at Market Square.
Notes:
Commander Lipinski and his group of volunteers put up over 200 flags every holiday
The American Legion gifts out scholarships from the money raised from their raffle ticket sales
Breaking news on Lake Forest Day (Must Listen)
Arthur Miller informs us of past Lake Forest Residents who should be remembered Stanley D. Anderson, Class of 1916 at LF College, served in W...
2021-05-2800 minLake Forest PodcastPodcast #50 David Lipinski Commander American Legion MCKINLOCK POST #264 Lake Forest
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David Lipinski Commander American Legion Post #264 joined Skoo Walker, Arthur Miller, and Pete Jansons to inform us what the Memorial Day Activities will be 5/31/21 11 am at Market Square.
Notes:
Commander Lipinski and his group of volunteers put up over 200 flags every holiday
The American Legion gifts out scholarships from the money raised from their raffle ticket sales
Breaking news on Lake Forest Day (Must Listen)
Arthur Miller informs us of past Lake Forest Residents who should be remembered Stanley D. Anderson, Class of 1916 at LF College, served in W...
2021-05-2800 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Podcast 5-7-21 Episode #37 CROYA Manager Todd Nahigian
Todd Nahigian the Manager of CROYA stopped by to chat with Pete Jansons to give an update on what’s going on
Quotes:
“Anybody that walks in the door is a CROYA kid”
“For the youth by the youth”
” Left Bank, Chiefs, and Lake Forest Food and Wine are my go-to places”
Notes:
40th Anniversary June 6th History CROYA Murals/Tommy Quinn
Todd suggested bringing on Scott Phelps next from the Citadel Theater
Ideas for a guest or topic? pete@lakeforestpodcast.com
https://www.lakef...
2021-05-2700 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Podcast 5-7-21 Episode #37 CROYA Manager Todd Nahigian
Todd Nahigian the Manager of CROYA stopped by to chat with Pete Jansons to give an update on what’s going on
Quotes:
“Anybody that walks in the door is a CROYA kid”
“For the youth by the youth”
” Left Bank, Chiefs, and Lake Forest Food and Wine are my go-to places”
Notes:
40th Anniversary June 6th History CROYA Murals/Tommy Quinn
Todd suggested bringing on Scott Phelps next from the Citadel Theater
Ideas for a guest or topic? pete@lakeforestpodcast.com
https://www.lakef...
2021-05-2700 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Podcast #36 5-5-21: It’s a Lake Forest Caucus Committee Process Issue not a People IssueNot knowing the bylaws because you cant find them on the Lake Forest Caucus Website is a barrier
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Pete and Skoo clear up mistakes (remember we aren’t Caucus or City Government Experts) from Friday’s show as well as offer up suggestions on how The Executive Caucus Committee can help not have the perception of a friends club or groupthink.
Before the Friday show, Pete asked the President of the Caucus Kim Pfahl how The Executive Committee was picked,
1) “You raise your hand saying...
2021-05-2700 minLake Forest PodcastLake Forest Podcast #36 5-5-21: It’s a Lake Forest Caucus Committee Process Issue not a People IssueNot knowing the bylaws because you cant find them on the Lake Forest Caucus Website is a barrier
https://www.lakeforestpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/retaction-show-6th-show.mp3
Pete and Skoo clear up mistakes (remember we aren’t Caucus or City Government Experts) from Friday’s show as well as offer up suggestions on how The Executive Caucus Committee can help not have the perception of a friends club or groupthink.
Before the Friday show, Pete asked the President of the Caucus Kim Pfahl how The Executive Committee was picked,
1) “You raise your hand saying...
2021-05-2700 minLake Forest Podcast1-21-21 Lake Forest Podcast: Meet Emily Bernahl running for a seat on Lake Forest IL District 67 School Board
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Get to know Emily Bernahl owner of BERNAHL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Emily is running for District 67 School Board in April.
Emily answers questions like:
When did you move to Lake Forest?
Tell us about your family
Your Business BERNAHL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES what does it do? how long has it been around?
What made you decide to run for a seat on school board 67?
What was the process like? How did you learn about running for the schoo...
2021-05-2600 minLake Forest Podcast1-21-21 Lake Forest Podcast: Meet Emily Bernahl running for a seat on Lake Forest IL District 67 School Board
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Get to know Emily Bernahl owner of BERNAHL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Emily is running for District 67 School Board in April.
Emily answers questions like:
When did you move to Lake Forest?
Tell us about your family
Your Business BERNAHL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES what does it do? how long has it been around?
What made you decide to run for a seat on school board 67?
What was the process like? How did you learn about running for the schoo...
2021-05-2600 minLake Forest Podcast5-24-21 Lake Forest Podcast Craig Lepkowski Commander-Patrol/Day Shift Lake Forest Police Department
Commander Craig Lepkowski of the Lake Forest Poice Department came on the show with Skoo Walker and Pete Jansons. The three had a discussion on pet peeves as well as Community Police Programs.
Pete/Skoo’s peeves were 1 Biker safety on bike paths 2 Dog owners not cleaning up after themselves 3 Protest Planning for Market Square businesses
Commander Lepkowsi’s top wishes were:
1 Resident’s lock their cars
2 If you see suspicious activity that happens during the night call 911 right away to report it don’t wait till the next day!
3 Learn a...
2021-05-2600 minLake Forest Podcast5-24-21 Lake Forest Podcast Craig Lepkowski Commander-Patrol/Day Shift Lake Forest Police Department
Commander Craig Lepkowski of the Lake Forest Poice Department came on the show with Skoo Walker and Pete Jansons. The three had a discussion on pet peeves as well as Community Police Programs.
Pete/Skoo’s peeves were 1 Biker safety on bike paths 2 Dog owners not cleaning up after themselves 3 Protest Planning for Market Square businesses
Commander Lepkowsi’s top wishes were:
1 Resident’s lock their cars
2 If you see suspicious activity that happens during the night call 911 right away to report it don’t wait till the next day!
3 Learn a...
2021-05-2600 minLFC Davidson Sermon Podcastthe Story: Vol. 4 “FROM FATHER TO SON” (5.16.2021)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Terrell Huntley – Lake Forest UCity Pastor watch fb live video here
2021-05-1635 minAskLFCEpisode 39: Meet TerrellBig things are happening at Lake Forest, and this episode is all about the brand new member of our staff who is leading the charge – Terrell Huntley. Don’t miss this one!
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2021-02-0438 minAskLFCEpisode 36: BibleJourney with Dr. Tim LaniakThis year at Lake Forest, we are going through the whole Bible together as a church. One of our key tools for doing that is a resource called Bible Journey. This week, Pastor Mike and Harrison sit down with Dr. Tim Laniak, the architect (and voice of) Bible Journey. Don’t miss this one!
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2021-01-1351 min
Lake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastBUT YOU ARE: “CHOSEN PEOPLE” (11.1.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2020-11-0134 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastUNITY/DIVISION: “Faith + Finances – Legacy” (10.25.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2020-10-2534 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastUNITY/DIVISION: “Faith + Finances – Contentment” (10.18.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2020-10-1836 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastUNITY/DIVISION: “Faith + Finances – Stewardship” (10.11.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Gray Segars – Missions & College Pastor
2020-10-1232 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastUNITY/DIVISION: “Faith & Politics – Indisputable” (10.4.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2020-10-0433 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastUNITY/DIVISION: “Faith & Politics – Disputable” (9.27.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2020-09-2735 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastROMANS 1:1-17 (9.20.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Dr. Bud Brainerd – Community Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-09-2125 minAskLFCEpisode 27: Pastor Mike’s Personal Backstory on Racial ReconciliationDuring his sermon this last Sunday, Pastor Mike mentioned that his heart for racial reconciliation goes back a long way. This week, Harrison sits down with Mike to get some of that backstory, and they also preview the upcoming ministry season here at Lake Forest Church.
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2020-09-1746 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: MAN BORN BLIND (9.13.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Michael Flake – Lead Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-09-1433 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: THOMAS (9.6.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Gray Segars – Missions & College Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-09-0624 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: LAZARUS’ GRAVE CLOTHES (8.30.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-08-3034 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: THROWBACK & HAPPY BIRTHDAY LFCD (8.23.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-08-2332 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: WOMAN AT THE WELL (8.16.2020)Lake Forest Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor watch fb live video here
2020-08-2332 minAskLFCEpisode 23: Time Management with MFlakeThis week, Harrison sits down with Lake Forest Church-Davidson Lead Pastor Flake to get some nuggets of wisdom that might help you manage your day-to-day life just a little bit better. They manage the whole discussion in less than 30 minutes so you know it’s legit.
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2020-08-1329 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastREBUILDING: PETER’S JOURNEY (8.9.2020)LAKE FOREST DAVIDSON Michael Flake – Lead Pastor w/ Dr. Bud Brainerd – Community Pastor watch fb live video hereServe Day 2020 recap video
2020-08-0936 minAskLFCEpisode 14: Racism in AmericaAfter a week of protests in America, longtime friends and parters, Pastor Mike and Pastor Byron Davis of Liberation Ministries, sit down to have an open and honest conversation about racism in America, including Charlotte and Lake Norman, and how Christians can respond.
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2020-06-041h 02
Under the OakMichael WalshPrior to the nation-wide shelter-in-place order due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital's Dr. Michael Walsh was named the LFCDS David Genger Scientist in Residence for the 2019-2020 school year. This interview was recorded in anticipation of his visit, which will be rescheduled for when we are back on campus. We are excited that we will have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Walsh in the coming months, and in the meantime, we hope you enjoy his fascinating talk with Pete Moore.
2020-05-2854 minAskLFCEpisode 7: Holy Week (The Podcast Awakens)We are back again with Pastor Mike and Harrison. They’ll a look at everything Lake Forest has lined up for Holy Week, AND answer a really cool question from an ASK LFC listener.
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2020-04-0938 minAskLFCEpisode 5: Fear, Anxiety & Mad MaxThis week on the ASK LFC podcast, Mike and Harrison bring in special guest Aron Gibson, the Pastor of Lake Forest Westlake, to talk about fear, anxiety and Mad Max.
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2020-03-2540 minAskLFCEpisode 4: So What’s Next?Pastor Mike and Harrison sit down to talk about what’s next for our Lake Forest community, as well as taking a look back in church history to see how Christians responded to a pandemic in a way that changed the world.
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2020-03-1839 minAskLFCEpisode 1: Star Wars, Rubik's Cubes and LentIn the first official podcast of Lake Forest Church-Huntersville, Lead Pastor Mike Moses and Worship Director Harrison Gillming discuss the season of Lent, answer some FAQs regarding Lenten practices and take a few detours to talk Star Wars and Rubik’s Cubes.
Take a listen!
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2020-02-2436 minLake Forest Church Weekly Sermon PodcastFollow Me: “Jesus Went To The ‘other side’ Of The Lake” (5.26.19)Lake Forest – Davidson Michael Flake – Lead Pastor
2019-05-2733 min