Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ My great-grandmother (Elvira Ellis) was 105 when she passed away, and her life remains one of the greatest stories of faith and resilience I’ve ever known. Growing up, I would sit at her feet, captivated by the stories she told about her life and…
Category: February 2025
Religion, February 2025
St. Steven’s Ladies Guild Retreat
The St. Steven’s Catholic Church’s Ladies Guild is holding its annual Women’s Retreat on Feb. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Great Hall at St. Steven’s Church. The theme is “Living with Christ in the Present Moment.” Participants will spend the day reflecting on the importance of living with Christ in the…
February 2025, Religion
What on Earth Am I Here For?
Mark Wenz The headline above is also the subtitle of Rick Warren’s influential Christian guidebook entitled The Purpose Driven Life. Now that we’re a month into 2025, I challenge each of you to ask yourself this: If you’re not here to improve your own life and the lives of others, then why are you here?…
Religion, February 2025
Unity Community Events
Julia Norton All events are held in the Mirror Room at Sun Lakes Country Club. Feb. 12 Drum Circle from 1 to 2 p.m. No experience or instruments are needed. Bring drums, rattles, or other sound instruments if you have them. Metaphysical class with Sheila Taylor from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 19 Judy Adams…
Clubs & Classes, February 2025
Sun Lakes Lady Putters
Susan Gottschalk We enjoyed fine putting weather in December and look forward to more great weather as we progress into February and March. We closed the books on our December holiday lunch and are scheduling events for our spring luncheon on April 4. Monday Flight: Dec. 9: Shauna Bragg, Jeanette Stites, Peggy Verburgt, Arlene Tucker…
Sports, February 2025
Ironwood Lady Niners
Bonnie Hoewing Newly elected officers for the Ironwood Lady Niners (IWLN) for 2025 include President Rosanna Nania, Vice President Gail Hendricks, Secretary Ginger Wilson, and Treasurer Rachel Enloe. Thank you for all your hard work to keep Ironwood Lady Niners running smoothly. The 2025 State Medallion Tournament was held Jan. 10 at the Sonoran course…
Sports, February 2025
Cottonwood Lady Niners
Our Cottonwood Lady Niners golf season is back in full swing—literally! With the first two months under our belts, we are looking forward to a winter of fun games and camaraderie with our lady golfers. Our Christmas party was a rousing success, with golfers attired in holiday sweaters riding in carts decked out in Christmas…
Sports, February 2025
PVLGA Happenings
Susan Lamb It’s a new year and time to sharpen our golf skills, as PVLGA has a full calendar of events lined up for 2025. We had a delightful Christmas Scramble and Luncheon on Dec. 10. Two foursomes tied for first place: Team 1: Carol Guild, Karen Flanagan, Mary Mentone, and Julie Lutostanski; Team 2:…
Sports, February 2025
Ladies Pitch and Putt
The 2025 season got off to its usual start on the first Thursday in January. There was a significant upset and a few chuckles from the weekly “special” game. This included rolling dice to subtract from your score, and the eventual winners rolled the max 6-spot to snatch the victory! Winners were Joann Brown, Judy…
Sports, February 2025
Niners December Playday Results
Jim Wegman, Publicity As we close out the 2024 year, I will take a minute to thank the outgoing board and welcome in the new 2025-26 board: President Jerry Richards, VP Jack Baur, VP Sam Whitlock, Secretary David Mork, and Treasurer Bob Deken. Our league depends on volunteers to keep the games going and the…