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🎅 SANTA CLAUSE IS COMING TO TOWN, BUT FIRST — LAWRENCEVILLE LIGHTS!

Lawrenceville Lights is returning this December! Last year, we had over 15,000 people drive through the Campground to see and experience the light of Christmas.

Over the coming weeks, we will have a number of opportunities for you to get involved in giving back to our community through this incredible experience. Our first LV Lights Work Day will be on November 21st. You can find more information and the volunteer sign up form below!
Campground Address: 700 Braselton Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Announcements

Exploring Spirituality & Faith Retreat

Join us at our historic 55-acre campground for a time of soul-searching, reflection, and wandering through nature. Facilitated by Rev. Dr. Amy Valdez Barker, this retreat invites everyone to explore questions about faith and belief in a welcoming and open environment.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 13 (5:30 PM) – Saturday, Nov. 14 (2:00 PM)
  • Where: LVfirst Campground (700 Braselton Hwy)
  • Cost: $150 (Includes meals, materials, and facilitation. Scholarships available.)

Parent Connect

Join us for a time of connection as we process through what it means to parent well when life is simply not easy. Whether you are experiencing loss or struggling with the demands of Parenthood in 2026, this workshop is designed to help you gain tools, community, and process through how you want to show up for yourself and your children.

LV Lights WOrkdays

As the seasons turn, it's time to turn the Campground into the biggest (and best) FREE Christmas Light display in Lawrenceville! Lawrenceville Lights is just around the corner, and we need your help to get the campground ready to welcome over 15,000 people this Christmas season!

Additional Announcements

LV Kids
Sunday Morning for Kids
Be sure to check out the LV Kids lesson below!
Join us with LV Kids at 9:30 or 11:00 or anytime online!

9:30am - Deep Dive Small Groups
Ages 3 & 4: Children's Church in Rm 216
K-2nd Grades:  Story Lab in the Studio & Small Group Bible Study
3rd Grade Jr Ambassadors: Assist Ambassadors in leading Story Lab in the Studio before Small Group Bible Study
4th/5th Grades: Attend the first part of the Modern service in the Family Center followed by Small Group Bible Study in Room 206
 
11:00am - Exploration & Discovery
Ages 3 & 4: Children's Church in Rm 216
K-5th Grades:  Interactive exploration of the day's Bible Story through hands on activities
LV Students
Support Our Students: Car Wash & Yard Sale!
Help support the LVFirst UMC Student Mission Team as they prepare to serve communities in need!
Join us on Saturday, October 31, from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the church (395 W Crogan St) for a Car Wash and Yard Sale. Bring your car, bring your family, and shop for a cause!

Can’t make it in person? You can still support our students by making a donation online at lvfirst.org/give.
LV Parents
Parent Connect Event- November 4, 2026 (6:15-7:30)
"Parenting in Pain"
What do I do when life is painful? What about when my child is experiencing suffering? How am I supposed to parent well when I'm struggling to meet day-to-day demands? Join us for a time of gathering as we process through what it means to parent well when life is simply not easy. Whether you are experiencing loss or struggling with the demands of Parenthood in 2026, this workshop is designed to help you gain tools, community, and process through how you want to show up for yourself and your children.

RSVP for this Parent Connect Event
LV Men
Men's Morning Bible Study - Starting September 23rd
Over eight weeks, we'll gather on Wednesday mornings in the Spotlight Cafe to explore the book "Becoming Good Men." The first week will serve as an introduction to the book, followed by seven weeks diving into each chapter.
Join us as you are able for donuts and fellowship!
Campground Activities
Hike & Learn — Campground Bible Study (Oct 5 - Nov 9)
We are excited to offer our first six-week study incorporating digging into the BIBLE, exploring SPIRITUALITY, while also getting outdoors into God's creation and hiking the trails at our historic Campground.

This opportunity is available for all physical activity levels as well as anyone new to the Bible or seasoned in studying the scriptures.

We will meet you where you're at! If you're ready to get outdoors and learn more about God in a 'thin space,' fill out this form!
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EXPLORING SPIRITUALITY AND FAITH
Join us at our historic 55-acre campground for a time of soul-searching, reflection, and wandering through nature. Facilitated by Rev. Dr. Amy Valdez Barker, this retreat invites everyone—regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey—to explore questions about faith and belief in a welcoming, open environment.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 13 (5:30 PM) – Saturday, Nov. 14 (2:00 PM)
  • Where: LVfirst Campground (700 Braselton Hwy)
  • Cost: $150 (Includes meals, materials, and facilitation. Scholarships available.)

GriefShare
If you or someone you know is navigating the painful journey of losing a loved one, you don't have to walk through it alone. LVfirst is hosting a 13-week GriefShare group starting Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET.

Details at a Glance:
  • First Session: Thursday, September 17, 2026
  • Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET (13 weeks)
  • Cost: $10.00 (includes your personal workbook)
  • Contact: Carla Diefenderfer at (678) 427-5466
Whether your grief is recent or from years past, you are welcome here. To reserve your spot, please register online through the GriefShare Registration Link.
Crossroads Lunch
Our crossroads lunch is an opportunity for older adults (age 50+) to come together in the middle of the week for fellowship and to share a meal together.

Our next Crossroads Lunch is October 28th in the Family Center. Lunch is $5 and includes: Meatloaf, Mashed potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Roll, and Chocolate Cake.

Add this event to your calendar!
Sunday Tech Team
NEEDED: 11:00AM ProPresenter Volunteers
Our Traditional Tech Team are in need of new volunteers! There are a number of ways you can get involved, but there is a specific need for more volunteers to run our slideshow during the service.

No experience is required! We always pair up our new volunteers with current volunteers to learn the different roles. Click here to let us know you're interested.

Announcement submissions

Church & Ministry-Partner related announcements can be submitted through our Announcement Request Form.
By submitting this form, you help us keep track of requests and start the conversation of how we can support and communicate your announcement.
Have questions about submitting a request? Contact communications@lvfirst.org for assistance.