Common GroundFellowship
Come, now is the time to worship…At Common Ground Fellowship!
West of Ajijic, next to the Margaritaville sales office, mountainside of the Carretera, Jocotepec-Chapala 961, in Ajijic.
Sermon series this Sunday is from The Hard Sayings of Jesus and the Sermon title: “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”
What does this even mean? We know We’re not perfect! Join us for our inaugural time of worship this Sunday, September 15 at 11 a.m. as we explore this topic. We seek to be an inclusive group of believers, working through our understanding of scripture and growing in God together in an upbeat and encouraging way with Co-pastors Ted Rogers and Dr. Wayne Cook.
Lakeside Presbyterian
Where can we find hope? Hope is a powerful force that can transform our lives and guide us through trials and uncertainties. In the Christian faith, our hope is anchored in Jesus Christ, who is a foundation that’s both secure and eternal.
Text: Romans 15:13 (NIV): “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Please join us this Sunday, September 15, as Pastor Carolyn Hansen explores this question.
As of this Sunday, September 15, our Church starting times are changing: the English-speaking service will begin at 10 a.m. and the Spanish-speaking service at 11:30 a.m.
After the service, join us in the Narthex for coffee and refreshments.
The English-speaking service also streams each Sunday at Facebook.com/ LPCChapala.
We’re located at: Calle San Jorge 250, Riberas del Pilar; just down from Mom’s Restaurant towards the lake.
If you need a ride, or more information, call 376-106-0853 before 4 p.m. on Thursday.
Christ Church Lakeside
Sunday, September 15, the church will observe the seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, in person and via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. at our normal location. Reverend Reverend Danny Borkowski will be the celebrant and will give the message. Following the service, the congregation with host a special Potluck Brunch to celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day.
The next Loaves and Fishes Food Distribution will be held Tuesday, September 24. Also, your monetary donations and other help are needed and are always most appreciated. For more information contact Paula Rosas Garcia at 333-368-6104 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Wednesday, September 18, the Bible Study, hosted by Reverend Danny Borkowski will be held on Zoom starting at 1:30 p.m. All are invited to attend as we learn about the inspired contents of the Bible, and share our insights with each other.
For Zoom sign-in information, contact Rev. Borkowski at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 376-766-2495 for the ID and password.
St. Mark’s Anglican GDL
An international worship community offering the only English-language worship in metro Guadalajara. Sundays at 11 a.m. In English with some Spanish readings/music. Rev. Andrew Ramsay Krumbhaar officiates. Chichimecas 836, corner of Aztecas, Colonia Monraz, Guadalajara. Website: stmarksgdl.com/en; Facebook: stmark44670.
Jewish Congregation
Rabbi Case and the Lake Chapala Jewish Congregation hope you join us every Friday, 6 p.m. (2nd and 4th Friday are potlucks). Every Saturday Torah service, 10 a.m. (live and via Zoom).
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; website: lakechapalajewishcongregation.com.
Heritage Baptist Church
We at Heritage have just witnessed many of our congregation being baptized. Baptism is the Gospel in a visible form, and this simple act demonstrates a heart that seeks to honor Jesus our Lord. Jesus submitted to John’s baptism though He needed no repentance for His own sin. Jesus goes into the water to identify Himself with those who needed repentance. What does water signify here? (Death.) Who are the ones who have died? We have died. Sinners dead in trespasses and sins. Baptism is symbolic to dying to self and rising to a new life and relationship with Jesus Christ. One of the last things that Jesus said to His disciples before He left them and ascended to Heaven was, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Please join us at the American Legion, Morelos street 114, Chapala. Sundays at 10:30. Cell: 331-437-7281 or 333-016-3743, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit our Web page: hbcmx.org and Facebook page: HeritageBaptist Church Mexico
Little Chapel by the Lake
John Whitener (Firm Heart) from “Fire from Heaven” ministries, will be joining us as our guest speaker this Sunday, September 15. A Grace Meal will follow immediately after the 11 a.m. service with September birthdays being celebrated after the meal.
The Little Chapel by the Lake is located at Ajijic-Chapala Highway 10 in Chula Vista.
Information: 331-307-0669.
Donations for our mission in San Juan Tecomatlan are always gladly accepted via our big purple box in front of the Chapel. Thank you for continuing to contribute via your donations. Clothing distribution has now been extended to the town of Mezcala as well.
Tuesday at 4:30 is the Bible study in the book of John. This week, chapter 4 going on to Chapter 5..
Thursday Bible study at 10 a.m. on Genesis with Pastor Thomas via Zoom.
Thursday, September 19, the Lakeside singers will singing at Nursing Home, Lake Chapala. An hour of fun singing, whatever your level may be.
Saturday’s carwash fundraiser is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Chapel by the boys from Mama Cleo’s boys home, to meet their many financial needs.
Unitarian Universalists
Sunday, September 15, Richard Clarke will present “Our Four Brains” at the Unitarian Universalist (UU) Fellowship.
Explore the fascinating concept of “Our Four Brains.” In this enlightening talk inspired by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, Richard Clarke will dive into how each brain—split between our hemispheres and old and new brain structures—has distinct capabilities and personalities. Discover insights into how these four brains shape our sense of self and interactions. Learn to balance and harness these unique characters for a richer, more connected life, particularly through meditation and mindfulness. Join us for a deep dive into the brain’s complex landscape and its profound implications for personal growth and spiritual practice.
Carol Johnson is the service associate.
Sunday service is at noon, at the Lake Chapala Unitarian Universalist Fellowship’s new location at San Luis 19 in Riberas del Pilar and online. See lakechapalauu.org for a Zoom link.
Lake Chapala Baptist
A famous creed calls God, “the Father Almighty.” Christians take comfort in this idea that God loves us like an ideal parent, and that he is strong enough to do whatever he wants. But you don’t have to live long to experience pain. Our either/or logic says that either God sees my suffering and he doesn’t care, or he’s not strong enough to make a difference. How can he watch me suffer and not stop it? I’ve been a tree pruner and a track coach. I caused stress to trees and to athletes in the hopes of causing their growth. In John 15, Jesus says, “I’m the vine and my Father is the gardener.” So how do you know if your suffering is random and meaningless, or your life is in the hands of a master gardener? Join us as we find meaning and explore God’s character together.
English worship service is Sundays at 10:45 a.m. with Pastor Dan Klassen. Spanish worship service follows at 12:40 p.m. English-language Bible study is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and Tuesday at 10 .am. Lake Chapala Baptist Church, Santa Margrita 147, Riberas del Pilar. Information: office: 376-765-2925; cell. +1-508 -838-9156.
Heart of Awareness
The Heart of Awareness Buddhist Community offers the opportunity to meditate in a supportive environment at its Practice Center (Guadalupe Victoria 101, Ajijic). Weekly practice sessions are normally available on Sundays and Wednesdays. Chairs and cushions are provided. All are welcome regardless of experience or affiliation. Donations appreciated.
This week’s Practice Center offerings:
Sunday, September 15, 9 to 10 a.m.: One hour of sitting and walking meditation : 30 minutes sitting, 15 minutes walking, and 15 minutes sitting.
Wednesday, September 18, 3:15 to 6:15 p.m.: Practice Center opens to unwind and quiet check-ins with friends (3:15 to 3:45 p.m.). Noble Silence (3:45 to 4 p.m.). One hour sitting and walking meditation (4 to 5 p.m.). September’s theme is Sangha As Practice. Mushim-Ikea Nash is featured in two videos from her four-part Tricycle series, “Building an Inclusive Sangha.” The topics of her teachings are: “Bias and Privilege” and “Real Refuge.” Discussion and sharing follow (5 to 6:15 p.m.).
Join online via Zoom at heartofawareness .org.
Afterward, all are invited for a “Social Time” dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Thursday, September 19, 1-2:30 p.m.: Thursday’s Book Practice/Study Group continues reading “The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World, by the Dalai Lama.” Newcomers welcome. Owning the book isn’t required, a library copy is shared.
St. Andrew’s Anglican
Sunday, September 15, Reverend Christine Wysock will preach and celebrate. The service begins at 10 a.m.
St. Andrew’s live streams Sunday services and sermon highlights and publishes daily inspiration, parish news and events on its Facebook page: St. Andrews Anglican Lake Chapala. Please “like” and “follow” us for daily inspiration, parish news and events.
St. Andrew’s would like to expand its choir. If you enjoy singing and can carry a tune, you’re invited to contact Ken Turner, our choirmaster, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., for more information. Our choir practices once a week, on Wednesday afternoons, from 3 to 4 p.m.
To become part of the parish, contact Rev. Christine at standrewsparishlakeside @gmail.com. Her office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 am-noon.
St. Andrew’s is at Calle San Lucas 19, in Riberas del Pilar.
San Andres Catholic
Marcos Castellanos 14, Centro, Ajijic. English Mass Sundays, 9 a.m. Information: Rose, +423-312-7468.
San Juan Bautista Catholic
English Mass, Sundays 9 a.m., Del Cardinal 25, San Juan Cosala.
Eckankar in Ajijic
Does something inside you long to know life’s purpose? To make sense of the world around you? You are Soul, an eternal, creative being. Unlimited. Divine. Eckankar is an active, individual, creative spiritual practice. A companion and road map for your journey home—to the heights of self-discovery and God-discovery, and beyond. Eckankar can help you discover the keys to spiritual freedom that lay within you.
Join us for a Sound of Soul event every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Garden for Dreams Hotel, Constitucion 105, Ajijic. Experience a HU chant with others for 20-minutes followed by a spiritual discussion. Organized by students of Eckankar in Ajijic. Information: eckankar.org or (52)669-431-8484.
Abundant Life Church
Abundant Life is affiliated with the Assemblies of God of Mexico. Weekly Sunday worship services in English start at 10:30 a.m. Services are on the Facebook page as well as the YouTube channel. The English services schedule is at abuntandtlifechapala.com. Carretera 140, San Antonio Tlayacapan.
Grace Church Chapala
Grace Church Chapala has moved to Iglesia del Espiritu Santo, at Alvaro Obregon 119, Colnia Plaza de Toros in Chapala. We welcome you to worship Jesus Christ with us on Sunday’s at 10 a.m. Our praise music is a contemporary style. Information: Pastor Alan Pohl. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., tel. 33-399-1501. GraceChapalamx.church.
Seventh-Day Adventist
The Lakeside Chapala Seventh-day Adventist Church invites you to share a good time together every Saturday, 10 a.m. for fellowship and singing. 10:30 a.m. for a shared biblical study and at 11:30 a.m. the main worship service.
Help with transportation; WhatsApp 642-161-4143 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Information: www.LakesideChapalaSDA.org.
Carretera Chapala-Ajijic No. 10, Fracc. Chula Vista, Chapala.
Unity Ajijic
Change your thinking, change your life. Unity Ajijic offers positive spiritual teachings and practical, uplifting resources to those of all faiths. Our visiting minister-in-residence program brings a different Unity minister to the community each month. These seasoned ministers provide inspiring messages and empowering classes to help you create a more fulfilling and abundant life. Services in English are held Sundays, noon, at Namaste Village, Angel Flores 5 in Ajijic. Services can also be attended remotely via Zoom. Access is provided through UnityNamaste.org, where past services can also be viewed.
Christian Science Group
You are invited to attend our Testimony Meetings every first and third Wednesday of the month at noon at Cinco de Mayo 3, Ajijic. The one-hour meeting begins with readings from the Bible and the Christian Science textbook “Science & Health with Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy, followed by testimonies of spiritual healing that have resulted from the study and practice of Christian Science. For more information visit christianscienceajijic.org or call 331-155-4733.
Judea de Jalisco
Judea de Jalisco is an alternative, Mexican and expat/immigrant, LBGTQA+ welcoming, faith-based community for spiritual and social events, where Jewish ethics/values, music, laughter and food are highlighted. Email email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Mezcala Christian Church
Pastor Lionel Sanchez and other area Christian pastors share and teach the love of Jesus every Saturday, 10 a.m. A delicious Grace meal is provided after every service. Transportation or carpooling at 9:15 a.m. from Walmart, Little Chapel by the Lake or Soriana parking lots available. Contact 970-219-5983 in advance via WhatsApp FaceTime or messenger. Calle Hidalgo 251 B, Mezcala (green building with burgundy cross).
Lakeside CommunityFellowship
Independencia 159, (next to Fenix Realty), San Antonio Tlayacapan.
Sunday service, 10 a.m.; Ladies Bible study, Tuesday, 10 a.m.; Men’s Bible study, Thursday, 10 a.m. Information: 332-208-9263.