Rev. Steve Foss, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes It is obvious to most observers that our society is clearly divided. And it all centers around two dominant worldviews: secularism and theism. The first rejects the notion of a creator God, while the second embraces such. The evidence for this is found in governmental legislation, enforcement…
Religion, November 2025
Gratitude in a World of Contradictions
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ Thanksgiving is often pictured as a table heavy with food, laughter in the air, and family gathered in peace. It is a season to name blessings and give thanks for life’s bounty. Yet, as a pastor, I feel the tension between this image and…
Religion, November 2025
Unity Church of Sun Lakes
Julia Norton Nov. 9: Bring a Bear to Church. Unity Church of Sun Lakes is collecting new stuffed bears for the police and fire department to give to children in trauma situations. Nov. 5 and 26 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.: Sheila Taylor will be facilitating the Metaphysical Group in the Mirror Room at Sun…
Religion, November 2025
Seven Signs God Is with You
Mark Wenz How do we know that God is with us? According to Paramhansa Yogananda, one of the best known and most beloved of all Indian spiritual teachers who came to the West, there are seven signs that signal divine connection: • You feel a deep inner peace, even when life is chaotic. If a…
Religion, November 2025
Risen Savior’s Service of Remembrance December 1
Join us on Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the south building sanctuary for prayers, music, and a message of hope. If you have lost someone dear to you, remember them at this service. Call the church office at 480-895-6782 to include your loved one in this service by giving their name to be read…
Religion, November 2025
Veterans and Remembrance
Reverend Jennifer Lambert November is a month of remembering. As the season shifts, our calendars call us to Veterans Day—a time to honor the men and women who have served our country with courage and sacrifice. In our community, many neighbors wear the quiet witness of that service. Their stories, their steadfastness, and their ongoing…
November 2025, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Stacking
David Zapatka Stacking is a doubles strategy where teammates intentionally position themselves on the same side of the court to keep a stronger player on their preferred side for forehand or backhand shots, maximizing offensive and defensive opportunities. To stack or not to stack? This question is often asked. Here are some points to consider…
Sports, November 2025
Pocketing Fun and Friendship: The IronOaks Lady Breakers Rule the Billiards Room
Kim L. Hutchinson For residents of the active adult community of IronOaks at Sun Lakes, the week kicks off with a satisfying clack of the billiard balls. The IronOaks Lady Breakers gather every Monday and Tuesday morning, turning the community’s Billiards Room into a hub of friendly competition, skill-building, and camaraderie. A staple in the…
Sports, November 2025
Play Your Best Pool: Understanding Lapse of Focus
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool I feel one of the main reasons players never reach their full playing ability is lapse of focus while playing. Every time you miss a shot when you are playing, think about the reason why you missed. Why did you fail to leave your cue ball where it needed to be…
Sports, November 2025
Firebird Pickleball Ladder League at Cottonwood Palo Verde
Jim Carlson The Summer Firebird Pickleball Ladder League has been a well-attended, major success. As of the submission date of this posting, the Ladder League had completed 17 weeks of fun and competitive pickleball on Thursday nights at the Cottonwood Palo Verde pickleball courts, with more than 87 participants from every development in the Sun…