Churches in Forest Lake

Active churches in Forest Lake

9300 Scandia Trail North, Forest Lake
hosannaforestlake.net
1 sermon · 7 days ago
4576 232nd St, N Forest Lake
reviveforestlake.church
1 sermon · 7 days ago
19850 Fenway Ave. N., Forest Lake
theco.church
2 sermons

Types of churches in Forest Lake

Modern Non-Denominational in Forest Lake

Many modern non-denominational congregations in Forest Lake feature band-led worship, practical teaching, and a casual feel. They tend to serve young families and commuters off the I‑35 and Highway 61 corridor, with kids programs and small groups meeting in newer neighborhoods near Scandia Trail N and along the Hardwood Creek Trail.

Lutheran Heritage & Liturgical

Longstanding Lutheran congregations reflect the city’s Scandinavian roots and emphasize liturgy, hymn singing, and seasonal church traditions. Many sit near downtown and older streets by the shoreline, drawing multi‑generational families and hosting confirmation classes aligned to the Forest Lake Area Schools calendar.

Forest Lake Catholic Churches

Catholic parishes in Forest Lake center on the sacraments, regular Mass schedules, and faith formation from elementary through high school. They often anchor community life with Lenten fish fries and fall festivals, drawing parishioners from surrounding townships like Lent, Columbus, and Scandia as well as the neighborhoods close to Broadway Ave.

Baptist & Bible Churches

Baptist and independent Bible churches prioritize verse‑by‑verse preaching, believer’s baptism, and missions support. In Forest Lake they’re commonly found along residential corridors near MN‑97 and Highway 61, with adult Sunday school, AWANA‑style kids clubs, and youth nights that track with the Forest Lake Area High School schedule.

Sermon clips from Forest Lake churches

39s
“We've collected food and school supplies for the children of the Forest Lake School District, And we've done so many other things that happen quietly outside of these walls simply because you go out and live your faith every single day. Every life touched by these ministries, every challenge we have met, every dollar that's been given, and every single hour volunteered is one of our Ebenezer stones of remembrance. They prove that God is alive and moving within Hosanna.”
47s
“So what am I hanging from, and what does hanging there consistently produce in me that is supposed to be produced in me according to the character and the nature of the one who is at the highest where I'm hanging from? But if my source continuously makes me more angry, more contemptuous, more frightened, more arrogant, more obsessed with my enemies, less patient, less gentle, less self controlled, All that's in Genesis or in Galatians chapter five as well. You can read about that, the works of the flesh. If all of that exists in me, then at some point I have to be willing to be honest about the source that my life is hanging from.”
30s
“"What they need most is to meet you in a stupid discussion question or over a donut in the lobby, right? We don't have to buy those donuts because you might not eat breakfast. We buy those donuts so that you can talk to people and connect and meet people, right? And with the people we're here for, what they need most is a connection with you and a you, a version of you that's willing to create space for them and go, hey, let's figure some things out together."”
46s
“As soon as he said amen, a knock came at the door. It was a local baker. He told Mueller that the Holy Spirit had woken him up in the middle of the night and telling him that he needed to bake three large batches of fresh bread for the orphanage that day. Moments later, a second knot came. It was the milkman. His wagon wheel had broken right in front of the orphanage, and the milk was going to spoil before he would have time to fix it. He asked if he asked Mueller if the children could use the fresh milk. That morning, they didn't just eat. They celebrated a living god who meets us right where we are.”
32s
“My hope is that as you look back on everything that happened this past year, it stirs a profound sense of gratitude within your souls too. The holy spirit is actively at work here. It may not always move exactly as we envisioned or as quickly as we would like, but we are never left to our own devices. God is always with us and will continue to be with us as we take our next steps.”
36s
“But I can't keep claiming that I'm hanging from Jesus while producing fruit that looks nothing like Jesus. I'm a say that again. I can't keep claiming that I'm hanging from Jesus if the fruit that comes out of me, if what comes out of me looks nothing like him. Do we have to move it from here to here? The fruit is the proof. Jesus holds the line.”
34s
“Do you wanna see who someone really is? Do you wanna see who is truly sitting on the throne of their heart? Listen to how they speak about those who oppose them. But do you really wanna see who you are? Do you wanna see who's truly sitting on the throne of your heart? Listen to how you speak about those who oppose you.”
28s
“"Every new season is an opportunity for new commitment. Every new season is an opportunity for each of us. To step back and go, hey, how committed am I and what's my role in this? How can I play a part in building the church that my community needs? The church that my friends need? The church that some of our family needs? How can I play a role and be a part in that?"”
29s
“"To build that church, it takes a whole lot more than me just standing on the stage talking about it for 35 minutes. To build that kind of church, it takes a group of people committed to that kind of church. Committed to being a place of honesty and openness for people walking in the doors for the first time going, hey, I'm trying to figure out what all of this means. Hey, I'm not so sure about some of this. I'm not so sure about any of this, right?"”
35s
“"Jesus' earliest followers were honest about their doubt. But many of us today find ourselves struggling to be honest about the moments that we're not so sure about. Finding ourselves struggling to be fully open about the times or the seasons of our life where we're going, I'm not quite sure where God is right now. Would we feel less qualified? Maybe we were given a version of faith that told us to, hey, to question, or doubt, or not be quite so sure."”

Why Forest Lake churches are unique

Set between the namesake lake, nearby wetlands, and miles of trails, churches in Forest Lake often reflect an outdoorsy, lake-town rhythm with seasonal gatherings that make the most of warm summer evenings. Many host community events that spill outside and emphasize caring for creation and neighbors. outdoor summer worship gatherings lakefront baptisms and picnics creation care and stewardship
As a family-oriented commuter community just north of the Twin Cities, Forest Lake churches tailor ministries to busy schedules and multigenerational households, with practical teaching and welcoming atmospheres. Strong school connections translate into robust children’s and youth activities alongside weeknight groups for parents and professionals. strong kids programs for young families small group culture modern worship with contemporary band
Rooted in Upper Midwest heritage while welcoming new residents, congregations blend historic practices with contemporary expressions, creating spaces where tradition and innovation sit side by side. Many partner with local nonprofits and schools, serving both downtown and surrounding townships connected by I‑35. expository Bible teaching liturgical traditions with seasonal rhythms community service and local outreach

Recent sermons from Forest Lake churches

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