Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation

Joyce Spartonos As we look towards winding down the year, Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) continues to operate virtually. The congregation is happy to announce a full, rich calendar of events for December. It’s called “going out with a bang,” and SLJC is delighted to have been able to keep its membership involved throughout this…

There Is Always Room in the Stable…

Pastor Marvin Arnpriester I only did what you have done a thousand times, or more, when Joseph came to Bethlehem and knocked upon the door. I did not turn the Christ away, with alibi, so deft. Like you, I simply gave to him, whatever I had left. -Author Unknown I think we have been a bit…

Modified Services Through End of this Year

Elizabeth Vaughan Volunteers, clients, and staff must wear masks at all times! Schedule all services with Neighbors Who Care at 480-895-7133. Do not call volunteers directly. Services are available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. * Transportation—Essential Medical Appointments One service per week; maximum two-hour appointment (does not include driving time). Appointment requests…

Send in the Clowns!

Roger Bonngard The clowns are here in Sun Lakes. Clowns reside in a place where laughter and crying are happening at the same time. Clowns are needed when things are falling apart and are needed to divert us from our chaos. Certainly, the COVID-19, the wild fires, our personal health, and the incivility within our…

AAUW and Girl Scouts: Democracy and Leadership

Cadette Democracy Badge

Julia McKee-Ostos The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Arizona Southeast Valley Branch collaborated with Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus Pine Council to present the new Girl Scout Democracy Badge to girls grades 6-12 (Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts) via Zoom, to girls throughout Arizona on Oct. 17. AAUW supports public policy outreach, and Girl…

Sun Lakes Lutheran Church Update

Paul Anderson The Sun Lakes Lutheran Church is a mission congregation of Mountain View Lutheran Church. The Church is a worship community dedicated to Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Holy Bible. Services are held at the Sun Lakes Chapel located at 9240 E. Sun Lakes Boulevard N in Sun Lakes Country Club. We…