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…
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Religion, June 2024
Embracing Freedom and Diversity
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott Having been part of our diverse community, I’ve witnessed the beautiful tapestry that is our town. Each strand, color, and texture represents the diverse individuals who come together to create the vibrant and resilient spirit of our community. Through this lens of community and diversity, the celebration of Juneteenth holds a…
June 2024, Religion
FBCSL Safari Hunt for the Best Blessed Breakfast in Town
Men, the hunt is on! Join the First Baptist Church Sun Lakes on safari to find which restaurant has the Best Blessed Breakfast in Town. And it’s going to be wild out there! The hunt is on! Don’t worry, you won’t need any ammo for this safari. Who has the best breakfast in our town?…
June 2024, Religion
Unity: Soaring High
Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a New Thought community. We celebrate Peace, Love, Light, Joy, and Healing. We practice affirmative prayer and positive thinking, and we support one another in living a Spirit-centered life. Rev. Jeanne MacLaughlin is our spiritual leader, and she presents our lessons on Sunday morning at 10 a.m.…
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
Ponderings from a Pastor
Rev. Steve Foss, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes Famed writer from the early 20th century, Jack London, once remarked he’d rather be ashes than dust; he’d rather his spark go out in a burning flame than be stifled by dry rot; he’d rather be a splendid meteor blazing across the sky than a frozen, dark…
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…
June 2024, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
The regular monthly Shabbat service for June will be held on June 14 at 7 p.m. and will be a healing service. Full services are conducted each month starting in September, except for July and August, on the second Friday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Sun Lakes Chapel. For additional information or…
June 2024, Religion
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, a Reform Temple, is now accepting new members. For more information, please contact Susie at 480-580-1592.