Pastor Mitch McDonald, Sun Lakes Community Church If you’re reading this article, that means that we made it through yet one more year. Hopefully, 2023 was a great year for you. I hope you had new experiences, made new memories, or learned something new this year. I also hope you are ready to go for…
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Religion, January 2024
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation News and Events—January 2024
The regular monthly Shabbat service for January will be held on Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. where new members of the board of directors will be recognized and retiring members will be thanked for their service. It should be noted that at the December service, Hanukkah candles were lit and Rabbi Irwin Wiener was praised…
Religion, January 2024
Religion Beyond Partisanship: A Call for Unity and Inclusivity in Places of Worship
Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In an era where the lines of political division run deep, there’s a growing call for religion to remain a sanctuary of unity and inclusivity, transcending partisan divides. Religious institutions, revered for centuries as pillars of moral guidance and communal solace, are now at a…
Religion, January 2024
Sticks N Stone
In the sacred texts of Jewish history and law, stones were used in a variety of ways: • hewn stones to build strong defensive walls around cities; • stairstep stones which gave secure footing, especially in hilly or mountainous areas; • skipping stones, you know—the kind you skip along the water; • stacked stones which symbolized…
Religion, January 2024
Tuesday Nights Together in January
Cathy Smoot Sun Lakes United Methodist Church at 9248 E. Riggs Road hosts Tuesday Nights Together, a series of free programs, every month! Topics vary from lively and entertaining to serious and informational. A light meal will be offered for a free-will offering at 5 p.m., and the presentation starts at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 9:…
Religion, January 2024
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood—January 2024
The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood is proud to present Sandor Lubisch as our next speaker on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel Center. He is a retired high school English teacher, professional development specialist, and Arizona Master Teacher mentor. He previously researched and completed two family history books and published books…
Religion, January 2024
Unity: It’s a New Year!
Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a Spiritual community. We gather together to celebrate Peace, Joy, Love, and Healing. We follow the teachings of Jesus and other wise Spiritual Masters. We study and practice Unity Principles and support each other in living our best Spirit-centered life. Rev. Jeanne MacLaughlin is our minister, and…
Religion, January 2024
Devorah Hadassah Events for January 2024
For information on Hadassah and attending our events, please contact Eliana Bar-Shalom at 860-377-7126 or email her at [email protected]. The second Wednesday of each month is our book group, called Literary Ladies, on Zoom at 1:30 p.m. The next books we will be discussing are as follows: Lost Roses, by Martha Hall Kelly, on Wednesday,…
December 2023, Religion
Unity: Up, Up, and Away!
Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a New Thought, Spiritual Community. We gather together to celebrate Peace, Love, Light, and Healing. We practice affirmative prayer, positive thinking, and a healthy lifestyle. We meet in the Arts & Crafts Room at Sun Lakes Phase 1 Country Club at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Rev. Jeanne…
December 2023, Religion
Israel in Crisis
When Hamas attacked Israel, Hadassah jumped into action on the ground in Israel at our hospitals and youth villages. In the U.S. and around the world, our members, donors, and leaders have helped generate support for our crisis response efforts and our beloved Israel. With such devastating news every day, we all want to help.…