Lakeside Community Chapel was founded in 1954. Known then as Fellowship Baptist Church, the ministry relocated to the High Point Community Hall in 1956. In 1963, it erected its own building on Hercules Avenue in Clearwater, becoming Grace Baptist Church. In 1974, the church relocated to a building location on Sunset Point Road in Clearwater, FL, and changed its name to Lakeside Community Chapel. This location continues to serve the community. In 2025, Lakeside will be expanding its reach with an extension campus in the Tarpon Springs area.
Our elders are responsible for overseeing, directing, and governing the church. The elders are pastors of the church, and they are responsible for shepherding the flock. The deacons serve as assistants to the elders and are responsible for attending to the needs of the congregation. All elders and deacons are required to meet the biblical qualifications of their office (1 Timothy and Titus). The development of new leadership is a priority for Lakeside.
Our ultimate desire is to glorify God. Jesus said, "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in Heaven" (Matthew 5:16)
We invite you to join us on Sunday:
Campus locations:
Tarpon Springs, Florida: Coming this summer