I am so humbled and honored at the outpouring of sympathy shared and caring shown during the recent ordeal of my husband, Ron Don’s, sudden passing in July. I knew I fell in love with the beauty of the community when we were selecting a home here in Sun Lakes, but it didn’t take long…
Religion, October 2014
Bill Bade celebrates 10 years as Risen Savior Choir Director
Sun Lakes resident Bill Bade recently completed his 10th year as conductor of the Risen Savior Church Choir. Bade is well known throughout Sun Lakes music circles as a highly-accomplished musician. In addition to directing choirs for over 51 years, he is an accomplished organist and pianist. The Risen Savior Choir, which features 40 to…
Religion, October 2014
Hair loss, saber rattling, and the sovereignty of God
Dr. Marc Drake, Sr. Pastor, First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes The Bible tells us: The very hairs of your head are all numbered (Matthew 10:30). Did you know that according to experts, there are an estimated 100,000 hair follicles on the average scalp and about 30,000 in a man’s beard? Furthermore, most of us…
Sports, October 2014
IWLN and Monsoon Madness
Nancy Davis, Publicity It is with a very heavy heart that I report the passing of current member Dee Siehl. Dee has been a member with the IWLN since 2010. She always wore her wonderful smile when she came to play and was so much fun to be paired with. Dee was always very helpful…
Generals, October 2014
All That Jazz! Harmony with Heart!
All That Jazz! is excited to be a part of the musical scene in Sun Lakes! This quartet of songsters would love to share their joy in harmony and song with you. All members have many years of background in music and performance. Most of all, they love to sing and ring those barbershop chords!…
Taste of the Town, October 2014
Ask Your Agents – October 2014
Dear Cheri and Tammy, Do you have any suggestions on when the best dates are to travel in any given destination? What are some things to consider when planning a vacation? Signed, Carolyn Planner Dear Carolyn, One of the most important things to consider when traveling to any destination is to determine if there are…
Clubs & Classes, October 2014
Reach Out Sun Lakes donations surpass two tons
Ellen Engel Monthly food collection drives sponsored by Reach Out Sun Lakes on behalf of Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank in Chandler have begun to increase now that most of the summer has passed and the results for September were encouraging indeed. Generous Sun Lakes residents contributed 474 pounds of nourishing food and $425 in cash,…
Clubs & Classes, October 2014
Stress Busters comes to Women’s Connection
Susan Reynhout, Publicity Chairman Stress! We all have some in our life. Illness, health issues, and loneness add stress to our lives. What about the stress we feel over the approaching holidays? Sometimes, it’s the smaller things in life that give us stress. We have all experienced stress at some time in our life and…
Generals, October 2014
St. Francis Day Pet Blessing October 17
On Friday, October 17, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ will celebrate their third annual Pet Blessing in honor of St Francis of Assisi. St Francis lived in the 13th century and is known for his love of animals. He believed that all creatures were a gift from God and should be honored and respected.…