LIGHTHOUSE Volume 1: April-May 2024

LADY SHAUNIE STANDS

UNDEFEATED

PRESIDENT BIDEN HONORS HAMMOND

IT’S TIME TO CRY

NORTH CAMPUS

6650 RANKIN ROAD

HUMBLE, TX 77396

SOUTH CAMPUS

12204 SHARPVIEW DRIVE

HOUSTON, TX 77072

SOUTHEAST CAMPUS

8181 AIRPORT BOULEVARD

HOUSTON, TX 77061

WEST CAMPUS

16219 CLAY ROAD

HOUSTON, TX 77084

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WELCOME

Welcome to LIGHTHOUSE–the new and official member magazine of The Lighthouse Church and Ministries (TLHC).

I cannot describe how excited I am to launch this publication, for it represents yet another milestone along the path that God has paved for us.

In each issue, you will find stories that spotlight the wonderful impact of TLHC in our communities, ministry updates, a calendar of upcoming events, photo collages, links to resources about key topics, and other important news in a way that is much different from a usual Sunday service.

Look for new editions of LIGHTHOUSE in your inbox every other month and please share these powerful stories with your family, friends, and neighbors. Thank you for reading LIGHTHOUSE!

FROM THE 04PASTOR'S DESK

One of the primary reasons for publishing our inaugural issue now is that May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Although the month is nearly over, the significance of mental health awareness does not diminish. This topic is crucial at any time of the year because of the profound importance that our mental wellness has on our journey through life and our walk with Christ. The Bible assures us in Psalm 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." This verse reminds us that our struggles, including those related to mental health, are seen and cared for by our compassionate God. Mental health is not just an aspect of our physical existence; it is deeply intertwined with our spiritual health. By acknowledging our mental health needs and seeking support, we honor the wholeness God desires for us.

It is essential to understand that seeking help is a sign of strength and wisdom, not weakness. If you or someone in your life is struggling with mental health issues, I encourage you to reach out for support. Resources such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800.273.8255) provide immediate assistance, and other resources are available in the following pages. Additionally, our church offers counseling services and support groups to help guide you through life’s challenges. Remember, Jesus taught us to love one another deeply and to bear

each other’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). Let us be a source of encouragement and prayer for those dealing with anxiety, depression, or any mental health challenges.

I know from personal experience that you can find transformative healing and restoration at the intersections of surrender and submission to God. This intimate understanding is one of the reasons I founded TLHC and created the Cry Out Experience. God led me to create an atmosphere that allows each of us to discover and unleash our inherent abilities, gifts, and talents. Whether through worship, prayer, or community, TLHC offers multiple spaces to connect deeply with God, and each other, and find the support and inspiration needed to overcome and thrive: at one of our in-person campuses, online via LH Nation, at Cry Out and other signature events, in your hands via one of my or Lady Henderson’s books, or on social media.

I encourage you to make your mental health a priority and be alert for those who may be struggling and show them compassion. Remember, if you cry out to God, He WILL answer!

May the Lord always keep you & bless you,

05MEET THE STAFF

Whether you are new to our congregation or have been with us for years, it's essential to recognize the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure our organization runs smoothly. These key staff members provide crucial support, enabling our ministry to thrive and allowing us to focus on worship, community, and outreach. Read on to meet the remarkable people whose contributions are invaluable to our Church’s mission and daily operations.

CAMPUS DIRECTORS

Our Campus Directors effectively manage campus operations, programs, events, services, and activities. They serve as the primary point of contact between the respective campuses and our members, visitors, patrons, local community, volunteers, and partners.

• LaTasha Hickman, North Campus

• Martine Desmolieres, South Campus

• Danita Brown, Southeast Campus

• Quentin Cleaves, West Campus

• Tania Ayers, LH Nation

PARTNER RELATIONS AND SUPPORT TEAM

Our Partner Relations and Support Team works closely with Campus Directors to maintain positive relationships between the ministry and its partners. The team's focus is on promoting volunteer satisfaction, boosting engagement and morale, and enriching the overall volunteer experience through recruiting and retaining volunteers, providing training and coaching, and offering appreciation and morale-based support.

• Christina Harvey, Partner Relations and Support Specialist

• Zierrah Muse, Partner Relations and Support Specialist

07IT'S TIME TO CRY OUT

Cry Out is an international movement of spiritual transformation through empowerment and a personal breakthrough in your relationship with God. Together, we surrender our souls to the divine will of Jesus, giving us a renewed sense of individual and communal purpose. This dynamic pathway guides us closer to God, helping us discover His strength within us and empowering us to triumph over the challenges of life.

This year, Cry Out is going to be bigger and bolder with three days of soul-stirring, lifechanging, full-healing conversations, and ministry in ways never experienced before.

FEATURING THE TALENTS OF:

. Bishop T.D. Jakes

. Dr. Dharius Daniels

. Rev. Sam Rodriguez

. Fred Hammond

. Lenard "Charlamagne" McKelvey

. Lena Byrd Miles

. Deion Sanders

. Tye Tribbett

. Victoria Washington

WHEN WE CRY TO GOD, WE ARE ESSENTIALLY SAYING, ’GOD, THIS IS TOO MUCH FOR ME TO HANDLE ALONE, AND I’M GIVING IT TO YOU.’

- PASTOR KEION HENDERSON

09SETTING NEW RECORDS

The Lighthouse Church, in the atmosphere of joyful worship fostered by our congregation members, digital and production teams, and Pastor Keion's followers, continues to reach incredible milestones in its ministries.

In the first quarter of 2024, the Church witnessed:

• 92% increase in stream views

• 86% increase in channel subscribers

• 50% more returning viewers than new viewers

• 29% more streaming hours watched than in the last six months of 2023

In addition, on Easter Sunday, more than 29,000 people viewed Pastor Keion's message live online—marking the largest number of live viewers in TLHC history! Combined with the more than 5,700 in-person members in the North

campus sanctuary over three services, this Easter was the most highly-attended day of worship ever for the Church!

Finally, in May, Lighthouse received its 11,000th registration for LH Nation!

Fourteen years ago, those numbers may have seemed impossible; however, with the vision of Pastor Keion and the commitment of our members, the Church will continue to grow in glory to God!

DIDN'T GET A CHANCE TO TUNE IN ON EASTER (OR WANT TO HEAR THE WORD AGAIN)?

Find previous sermons and live Sunday services on Pastor Keion's YouTube Channel!

LADY STANDS TALL

Shaunie Henderson is a force to be reckoned with— a TV personality, producer of multiple hit reality shows, entrepreneur, philanthropist, mother of five children, First Lady of The Lighthouse Church and Ministries, and role model. But before she found her voice and her purpose, she was one more young woman trying to find her way as a partner, a parent, and a person.

In Undefeated, Lady Henderson opens up about the struggles, heartbreaks, losses, and triumphs that have made her who she is today—stories that will inspire you to rise up, discover your strength and self-love, and be who you are meant to be. Featuring her relatable voice and filled with candor, Undefeated is so much more than a memoir—it is a stirring guidebook that will change your life for the better.

Get your copy of Undefeated: Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms at Simon & Schuster, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, or wherever books are sold.

In addition to her book tour, Lady Shaunie has been representing the Church across the country, including an appearance on The Tamron Hall Show! Working with the Campus Directors, she hosted four HerSay events at la Madeleine restaurants across Houston in May. Each one brought women of the community together for powerful and Spirit-led conversations about fostering strong, supportive relationships with each other.

Stay tuned for the next edition to read more about the impact of her leadership in the upcoming LIGHTFEST!

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PASTOR HAMMOND

At a gala in Houston on April 7, Pastor Demond Hammond, campus pastor of Lighthouse West, received the President’s Call to Service Award.

“My heart and joy are communitybased,”Hammond said. “I am the happiest as a servant to others in the Lord’s name. It is very humbling to receive this honor, and I am blessed to be able to serve my community through my faith.”

Formerly known as the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, individuals are eligible for this honor once they have completed 4,000 hours of community service in their lifetime. The Call to Service Award is the highest level of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, created in 2003 by President George W. Bush.

Under the tutelage of his stepfather, who ministered at their hometown church in Virginia, Hammond began teaching Sunday

School at 12 years old and became a licensed minister when he was 14. Hammond was ordained into the church at age 18, just one week before he married his wife, Marcia.

After moving to Houston in 2013, Hammond established a small church in Katy. Through his ministry, he connected with Pastor Keion, and the two quickly formed a friendship built on their faith and passion for community stewardship through God’s word.

As TLHC began to rapidly grow, Pastor Keion asked Hammond to lead the Church’s second satellite campus. The West Campus opened in March 2020.

“I am extremely happy for Pastor Hammond to receive this prestigious honor,” said Pastor Keion. “He is a wonderful man of God, and this award is a reflection of his kind heart and commitment to the people of our community.”

A NIGHT AT LIGHTCHELLA

NOT YOUR TYPICAL BIBLE STUDY

The theme for the evening was “Festival,” and the Praise and Worship Team kicked off the event with a party featuring amazing performances from Favor Anointed, Jerome Wheeler (ModernDayRome), and our very own Director of Worship Sharon Ann, Assistant Director of Worship, and Producer / Editor WoahNa.

This combination block party / Bible study included food trucks, games, and live music outside, followed by a stirring

performance from Gospel recording artist, Billboard chart-topper, and Associate Pastor of Change Church Todd Galberth.

The evening was then capped by a powerful message from Pastor Keion entitled, "After These Things," inspired by Ezra 7.1.

TO RELIVE THE BEST PARTS OF WHAT ATTENDEES HAVE DUBBED "LIGHTCHELLA", ANY OTHER NYTS, VISIT KEION HENDERSON TV ON YOUTUBE.

HOW TO HELP

IF SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS EXPERIENCING A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS…

DO — TAKE IT SERIOUSLY. Always take any mention or indication of suicidal thoughts seriously. Err on the side of caution and seek help. The first goal is to ensure that person’s safety.

DO — LISTEN ACTIVELY. Meet them where they are. Let the person know that you care and are there to support them. Encourage them to seek professional help. Inquire about what is needed to “keep them safe for now.”

DO — OFFER SUPPORT. When someone talks about their feelings, let them express themselves freely and listen without judgment. Refrain from asking questions or making critical statements.

DO — ASK DIRECTLY. If you suspect someone is suicidal, ask them about their thoughts. Phrases such as "Are you thinking about hurting yourself?" can help open the conversation. If the answer is yes, inquire whether a plan has been implemented to execute the suicide or self-harm. If a plan is in place, seek help immediately. Asking them will not make them want to die if they were not considering it before.

DO — REMOVE

ACCESS TO MEANS.

If possible, remove access to any lethal means of self-harm, such as firearms, medications, or sharp objects.

DO —

STAY WITH THE PERSON.

If someone is in immediate danger, stay with them and keep them safe. Do not leave them alone, even if they ask you to.

DO —

ENCOURAGE PROFESSIONAL

HELP. Encourage the person to seek help from a mental health professional, therapist, counselor, or psychiatrist. Offer assistance in finding resources and making appointments.

DO — STAY

CONNECTED.

Continue to check in on the person and provide ongoing support. Loneliness can exacerbate suicidal thoughts. Be on the lookout for suicidal symptoms or warning signs.

DO —

EDUCATE YOURSELF.

Mental health is real. Suicidal thoughts can happen to anyone. Learn about the warning signs of suicide, so you can recognize them in others and take appropriate action.

DON'T — IGNORE IT. Never ignore or minimize someone's suicidal thoughts or comments. Take them seriously, even if you're unsure of the severity.

DON'T — JUDGE OR BLAME.

Encourage the person to talk to friends, family, or professionals about their feelings. Keeping suicidal thoughts a secret can be dangerous.

DON'T — KEEP IT A SECRET. Avoid making judgmental or critical comments. Do not blame the person for their feelings or situation. You are not telling the person anything that they have not told themselves.

DON'T — LEAVE THEM ALONE. If someone is in immediate danger, do not leave them alone. Stay with them or ensure they are in the care of a trusted person or medical professional.

DON'T — PROMISE CONFIDENTIALITY.

While it's important to be supportive, if someone is at risk of harming themselves, do not promise to keep their suicidal thoughts a secret. Their safety is the top priority.

DON'T — OFFER SIMPLISTIC SOLUTIONS.

Avoid suggesting that the person's problems will easily be resolved. It's essential to acknowledge their pain and encourage professional help. Toxic positivity can make a situation worse. Validate the person’s feelings and hold space for them. Ask if they are looking for solutions before offering your opinion.

DON'T — FORCE THEM TO TALK.

While it's important to encourage conversation, don't pressure the person to talk if they're not ready. Give them time and space, but let them know you're available when they are ready.

DON'T — MAKE IT ABOUT YOURSELF.

Focus on the person who is struggling. Avoid sharing your own problems or making the situation about you.

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17SELF CARE TIPS

FOR A HEALTHY MENTAL LIFE

In today’s rush, mental health often takes a back seat. Prioritize self-care to maintain a healthy mind as well as physical well-being. Embracing mindfulness, exercise, and social connections can help manage stress, improve mood, and build resilience. Here are some essential self-care tips to support strong mental well-being and build resilience in the face of life’s challenges:

PRIORITIZE SLEEP.

Prioritize 7-9 hours of quality nightly sleep for optimal health.

PRACTICE DEEP BREATHING.

Spend a few minutes each day practicing deep breathing techniques. This can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.

TAKE BREAKS.

Incorporate short breaks throughout your day to rest and recharge. Step away from your work or tasks, stretch, or take a quick walk.

STAY HYDRATED.

Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Proper hydration is essential for physical health, energy levels and cognitive function.

DECLUTTER YOUR SPACE.

Organize and clean your living and working environment. A tidy space can reduce stress and improve focus.

GET CREATIVE.

Try activities like drawing, writing, cooking, reading, gardening, playing music, or crafting. Creativity can be a great outlet for emotional health and stress reduction.

SET ACHIEVABLE GOALS.

Break down your tasks into manageable goals to help you stay focused, motivated and provide a sense of accomplishment.

STAY CONNECTED.

Maintain strong relationships with friends and family. Social interactions can provide emotional support and reduce feelings of isolation.

SET BOUNDARIES.

Learn to say “no” and set healthy boundaries to avoid burnout. Prioritize your time and energy on the things that matter most to you.

PRACTICE GRATITUDE.

Keep a gratitude journal or take time each day to count your blessings to provide a more positive outlook on life.

BE KIND TO YOURSELF.

Acknowledge your efforts and achievements, no matter how small. Treat yourself as you would a friend.

SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP.

Don’t hesitate to contact a therapist or counselor for professional guidance if you’re struggling.

18 KDZ SCHOLARSHIP FUND

As we rally around our graduating students, we invite members to help us provide a meaningful blessing to as many students as possible with a gift to the KDZ Scholarship Fund. By investing in the continuing education of the youth in our community today, we cultivate the leaders, innovators, and changemakers of tomorrow. Students benefiting from your generosity are ones that you sit next to every Sunday. To make your gift or learn more about the scholarship program, please contact kdz@lhhouston.church.

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BIBLE VERSE OF THE MONTH

ROMANS 12:15-18

“Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.”

This verse carries special meaning during Mental Health Awareness Month. One of the most important components of mental health is having a safe community in which to celebrate, mourn, and worship–in short, to live.

God created us as social creatures, and our capacity for compassion and empathy is, perhaps, our most human trait. When we demonstrate the love that God has

for all of us with each other, we create the atmosphere to grow positive mental health in all of us.

When we are told to “live peaceably with all”--that includes ourselves! The most crucial key to mental health is being at peace with who we are. That does not mean that we stop striving to fulfill God’s purpose for us; rather, it means that His love for us is infinite, and we must accept ourselves as He accepts us.

CALENDAR

SUPER MONDAY

6:45 PM-8:45 PM | NORTH CAMPUS

Join us for Super Monday to discover meaningful ways to connect with TLHC as a volunteer in one of our many areas of ministry.

Everyone has a unique talent that can be used to glorify God through service in His name!

JUN 16

FATHER’S DAY JUN 03

Whether you are a father or a father figure, celebrate this Father's Day with the love and appreciation you deserve.

Join us in honoring the incredible role you play in shaping lives and creating memories that last a lifetime.

JUN 16

BABY DEDICATIONS

This month, the Church is hosting baby dedications at ALL campuses on June 16. For more information, please email our Christening Team at christening@lhhouston.church.

JUN 19

JUNETEENTH

Join us in commemorating Juneteenth with a collective moment of silence on June 19 at 12:00 PM CT, as we reflect on the significance of this day in our nation's history. Let us come together in spirit, unity, and remembrance, honoring the journey toward freedom and equality for all.

JUN

2024 | ALL

CAMPUSES OPEN!

YOU ASKED, AND WE LISTENED! During the month of June, ALL campuses will be open on the first (Jun. 2), second (Jun. 9), and third (Jun. 16) Sundays!

We are very excited to have our community worshipping together at their home campuses for three consecutive weeks next month.

On the fourth Sunday (Jun. 23), please join us at Cry Out 2024 for service led by Bishop T.D. Jakes at the George R. Brown Convention Center. On the fifth Sunday (Jun. 30), we will only have service at the North campus.