Dr. Rev. Eugene Lowry will present “Dancing the Edge of Mystery,” a lecture/concert at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church on Sunday, February 5, at 3:00 p.m. “Dancing the Edge of Mystery” is a lecture/concert exploring the evocative power of music in the presence of the ultimate mystery of life. The mystery of God at the…
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Religion, February 2017
Gospel singers and plane crash survivors to appear together in concert
Jayne Westlind Dave and Barb, Roger Walck and Don Wharton will appear in concert at Risen Savior Lutheran Church at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 19. The church is located at 23914 S. Alma School Road, Chandler. The concert will be their first appearance together for many years. Gospel concert musicians Dave and Barb Anderson,…
Religion, February 2017
2017 Shalom Hadassah Board of Directors
Evey Freed On December 13, Shalom Hadassah held their installation of officers at Oakwood Country Club along with their annual Chanukah party. The wonderful turnout, the Chanukah games and food, along with everyone’s Chanukah spirit led to a fun luncheon and afternoon. The new Board of Directors has already begun their work, and we can…
Religion, February 2017
Sun Lakes United Methodist to hold Women’s Retreat
Marjorie Wright The United Methodist Women of the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will hold a Women’s Retreat from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on February 25, 2017. The event will take place at Lindsay Hall at the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church located at 9248 East Riggs Road. The cost is $5.00. Tickets may…
Religion, February 2017
Where you were, where you are, and where you’re going
Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Sun Lakes If some of your goals for 2017 have fallen by the wayside, this may be a good time to reflect on the words of the apostle Paul in the Bible: “One thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,…
Religion, February 2017
Handling life’s little distractions
Jean Newell, Associate Pastor, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church My memory being what it is these days, I find that I have to prepare for things ahead of time. For example, this may sound crazy, but as I get ready for bed at night, I set up the bathroom counter with everything I’ll need in…
Religion, February 2017
Celebrating Black History Month at SL United Church of Christ
Charles Reinhart Sun Lakes United Church of Christ will celebrate Black History Month during the month of February. On Sunday, February 5, Renee Brooks will return with her stirring presentation of the life of Harriet Tubman. The story of Harriet Tubman is a beautiful story of a courageous woman’s determination to free her people from…
Religion, February 2017
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation news
Allan Levy The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) is an established reform congregation that meets at the Sun Lakes Chapel on the second Friday of the month from September thru June. In July and August, a rabbinic-led Twilight Service is held in the Sun Lakes Chapel at 5:30 p.m. Services are a great opportunity to…
Religion, February 2017
SLUCC to host Valentine Tea
On Monday, February 13, the United Church of Christ will host an afternoon tea from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Chapel Center. The tables will be set with linens, fine china and favors for all. Special goodies will be provided. Diane Eddy, Sun Lakes tea expert, will furnish different teas, and a delightful program will be…
Religion, February 2017
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood Card Party event
The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood Annual Card Party is a fun-filled event that will be held on February 7, 2017. Get ready to “Get Your Game On” for a day of Mah Jongg, Scrabble, card games, lunch, raffles, bake sale, restaurant gift certificates and amazing gift baskets. The cost is $30 for the day, which…