Save the date! On Aug. 15 at 12:30 p.m. First Baptist Church Sun Lakes (FBCSL) will be offering an ESL Bible Study for anyone over the age of 16. Do you struggle to understand the Bible? Finally, there is a free Bible Study designed for all language learners who find the Bible difficult to understand.…
Category: August 2024
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Virtual Reality Training Prepares Arizona Rangers for Real-Life Scenarios
Bill Boone The black screen begins a white countdown. Suddenly, you’re in a school setting, with screams and the sound of bullets echoing around you. A speaker on your hip commands you to move in and detain the perpetrator. As you move closer, a door swings open and students race past, warning of a man…
August 2024, Religion
Faith, Hope & Love Sun Lakes Women’s Bible Study to Resume
Sun Lakes Women’s Bible Study will resume on Thursday, Aug. 29, and will meet every Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Navajo Room of the Phase 1 clubhouse, Sun Lakes. The study includes live teaching, discussion, and fellowship. The teacher, Tina Schuler, is a national speaker and Bible teacher who brings the Bible to life…
Generals, August 2024
Sun Lakes Women’s Association Donates to AFMA
The Sun Lakes Women’s Association presented a check in the amount of $8,000 to Matt Licardi, president of AFMA (Arizona Fire & Medical Authority). The donation was to provide state-of-the-art treadmills to the Sun Lakes Fire Department.
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Gila Butte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) sent two delegates to the 133rd Continental Congress in Washington, D.C., in July. Regent Suzanne Young and Susan Campbell attended the annual business meeting. Each year DAR members from around the world meet at the DAR National Headquarters during the summer to report…
August 2024, Front Page
Best Sellers This Summer
Jan Bobbett Each month your librarians in Sun Lakes Country Club add several books to our Best Sellers cabinet. In July we added these four books: The Perfect Shot, by Steve Urszenvi; Crosshairs, by James Patterson; The Wager, by David Grann; and Dead Man’s Hand, by Brad Taylor. For August we are adding four more…
August 2024, Sports
Statistically Speaking
Larry Wolfe You know the old adage, “Records are made to be broken.” Well, that didn’t apply to the all-time senior softball records this year. There were some very impressive stats in our 2023-24 season, but none were new record-setters. Here’s a rundown of this year’s division leaders in various statistical categories and how they…
August 2024, Clubs & Classes
Science and Technology
Karen Vollis Are you interested in science and technology? During the winter, we can attend nature walks to learn about the flora and fauna of the desert. We can volunteer to be Citizen Scientists at the Maricopa Parks (to document the various species of plants, birds, or insects). During the summer, we can stay cool…
August 2024, Generals
The Heat Is On! Summer Feet, Gotta Love ‘em
Kathleen Ismael, Reflexology Practitioner, IronOaks Fitness Center Our feet carry the weight of our entire body every day with every step we take. They can quickly become dry, tired, swollen, and sore. Our feet work hard all day for us, and foot care is essential and can be relaxing. Our feet need to be pampered…
August 2024, Religion
Reverend Jennifer Lambert Joins Sun Lakes United Methodist Church as Senior Pastor
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is pleased to announce the appointment of Reverend Jennifer Lambert as its new Senior Pastor, effective July 1, 2024. Reverend Lambert brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to faith and community service. Reverend Lambert previously served at Red Mountain United Methodist Church in Mesa and Journey United…