Category: Religion

Drive-Through Prayer

First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes has been preparing for a new ministry initiative. Church members attended a conference at the end of March and learned how to successfully execute efforts for a drive-through prayer ministry. This ministry specifically seeks to connect one’s problems to God’s power. The great thing about this ministry is that…

Regrets

Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. How many times have we whispered to ourselves, and even discussed with others, the opportunities that were missed? All of us, at one time or another, feel pangs of regret—I should have—I could have—I would have. Each path we take in our journey for the best that life has to offer…

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Men’s Club

The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Men’s Club held a luncheon at BJ’s Restaurant in Chandler on March 12. The next club meeting for lunch will be on April 9 at noon, at Cheddar’s located at 2530 W. Chandler Blvd. in Chandler. In May a picnic at Veterans Oasis Park is planned. For further information or…

Don’t Be Just a Holiday Church Goer

Lauren Jones In these uncertain times, there is only one Whom we can always count on, God. He is someone Who, no matter what we are facing as a country, or just another day, will always be there. But just like every relationship, we also have to put in the work. Part of that work…

April Fools’ Day and Unity

Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ April Fools’ Day, a day traditionally filled with harmless pranks and laughter, may seem at first glance to be far removed from the teachings of Jesus Christ and the profound themes of unity and compassion in humanity. However, a closer examination reveals that this day,…

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood will meet on Thursday, April 18, at 1 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel House. Jody Crago from the Chandler Museum will present the program “Death and Diamonds: A Holocaust Survivor’s Journey from Krakow to Chandler.” Light refreshments will be served. Guests are invited to attend this meeting. Thank you…

Considering the Ancient Paths …

Rev. Steve Foss, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Sun Lakes There are 10 common types of depressive disorders: major depression, dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder), manic-depression (aka bipolar disorder), postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, psychotic depression, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, atypical depression, situational depression, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder. Folks, there are a lot of depressed people out…