Reverend Jennifer Lambert As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, many of us take time to reflect on that for which we are most thankful. While family, health, and daily joys often come to mind, I invite you this year to focus on the incredible power of community. In a time when it can feel…
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September 2024, Religion
Civility in Crisis
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In a world where technology instantly connects us, we paradoxically find ourselves more divided and disconnected than ever. The rapid spread of information has brought a troubling decline in civility, a cornerstone of healthy societal interaction. Civility, once the bedrock of our public and…
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…
Religion, August 2024
Come Join the Krafters!
Kay Stanicek The Sun Lakes United Methodist Church “Krafters” invite you to join them on Monday mornings from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., where they will be assembling a variety of projects in preparation for their Nov. 2 annual Holiday Showcase Bazaar. This fundraiser benefits not only the church, but the community as well. Chair…
August 2024, Religion
Could Unity Be for Me?
Mark Wenz I discovered Sun Lakes Unity Church shortly after I moved here through a series of serendipitous events. Now an active member who serves on the board, I attend services regularly and frequently participate in church activities. My father was a Protestant pastor for 40 years, and although I dutifully attended church with my…
August 2024, Religion
Sun Lakes United Church of Christ Helps Local Elementary School
For the second year in a row, the Mission and Outreach Ministry of Sun Lakes United Church of Christ asked the congregation to help support the needs of Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary School, and they did. For the month of June, members of the congregation purchased a variety of school supplies that are needed by…
June 2024, Religion
The Power of Witnessing
Dr. Honora Norton Years ago in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis reminded us that “every baptized person is called to give witness, with their words and with their lives ….” He asked, “Who is the witness?” And what do we need to do to become a witness? He said that there are three qualifications of…
June 2024, Religion
FBCSL Celebrates the Red, White, and Blue
First Baptist Church Sun Lakes’ (FBCSL) annual Freedom Fest will kick off our nation’s 248th birthday in grand style. You don’t want to miss this! The festivities will take place at the church on June 29 at 11:30 a.m., so don’t forget to mark your calendars. Wear your red, white, and blue and join us…
June 2024, Religion
Open and Affirming
Marge Harris Apostle Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians, verses 12:4-27, “For the body does not consist of one member but of many, that there may be no discord in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another,” and “There are varieties of gifts, but it is the same…
May 2024, Religion
Derrick Elliott Earns Doctor of Ministry Degree
Audrey Hendry Congratulations, Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor of Sun Lakes United Church of Christ, on earning your Doctor of Ministry degree from Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, D.C. Rev. Dr. Elliott decided to take on this challenge so he could increase his knowledge and skill level to help his congregation and community in religious and…