Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Sun Lakes During the Christmas season, I began reading a biography of missionary William Carey. What a remarkable life! In 1792, this former shoemaker-turned-pastor preached to a group of ministers a missionary sermon that would become famous. In it he declared, “Expect great things from God;…
January 2019
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Native American flute playing classes in Sun Lakes
Are you a fan of Carlos Nikai’s music? If so, you have heard the beautiful, lyrical sounds of the Native American flute. They evoke within us the beauty of nature and profound feelings of peace, joy and love. Would you like to learn to play a Native American flute or purchase one? You will have…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Norway’s Pilgrim’s Way coming to life in Sun Lakes
The Scandinavian Club of the Southeast Valley will hold its first meeting of 2019 on January 20 at the Sun Lakes Country Club. Friendship hour begins at 5:00 p.m. with pickled herring, cheese and crackers. Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m., followed by the evening’s program at 7:00 p.m. Pastor Keith E.O. Homstad of…
Religion, January 2019
Peace on earth, good will towards men
Pastor Jerry McGhee, Sun Lakes Community Church There is a Chinese Christian man by the name of Yun who endured unspeakable torture by government agents simply because he is a faithful believer in Jesus Christ. As I read the book entitled The Heavenly Man by Paul Hathaway, chronicling Mr. Yun’s conversion and life as a…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Golden Goalies celebrate
Bea Loozer We’re in a new year now and thinking about ways to have fun, help others and get as healthy as possible. Yep, we want to achieve maximum health and work with others to reach that state. That’s the focus of Golden Goalies. But besides focusing on health, we do make sure we enjoy…
Generals, January 2019
Artists: Last month to apply for 2019 Art at the Lakes event
Artists! This is the last month to apply to show your artwork at the 2019 show. We had the largest crowd ever last year. We are now receiving applications for artists to participate in the show. Applications must be returned by January 31, 2019. Applications are available in the Cottonwood and IronOaks Art Rooms and…
Religion, January 2019
GriefShare begins January 9
Jean Newell, Associate Pastor New Year’s resolutions. Out with the old and in with the new, regular exercise, eat less, save more! The plan is to take better care of yourself. However, if you’re grieving the death of a loved one, it may be that you’ve lost interest in taking care of yourself. If…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Energy Yoga and Chair Yoga classes
Experience the benefits of Energy Yoga with Paullene at the SunBird Golf Resort, Navajo Room, third floor. Regular Yoga: Mornings: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7:40 to 8:50 a.m. Afternoons: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 to 5:10 p.m. Note the slight time changes. The classes will be one hour and 10 minutes. Chair…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
It’s a new year and a new you Women’s Connections brunch
Susan Reynhout, Publicity Chairman Ring in the new year with all your friends in the Kingston Ballroom of the Oakwood Country Club in Sun Lakes on Thursday, January 10, at 9:00 a.m. for this exciting event. You could be just one seat away from meeting a new friend. Pam Schram from Ponca, Nebraska, continues to…
Clubs & Classes, January 2019
Desert Threads continues to grow
At the November Arizona Quilters Guild Fall Meeting in Phoenix, the Desert Threads quilt chapter received their Arizona Quilters Guild Charter and formal recognition as Arizona’s newest “AQG” Quilt Chapter. With a startup membership of almost 30, Desert Threads is growing by leaps and bounds and looks forward to a very exciting 2019. The group…