Pastor Jean Newell, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church What is it about this time of year that makes one reflective? Is it the sight of children waiting in line to talk to Santa? Or is it the sound of carols playing overhead in a store? The smell of pies baking in the oven? Maybe it’s…
Larry Wolfe Sometimes the best laid plans go awry … and sometimes that’s a very good thing. That’s the case for Mike and Tia Otman. After a successful 33-year career, Mike retired from the Ford Motor Company. The Otmans sold their home in Michigan, along with nearly all their furnishings and other “stuff,” and bought…
Rev. Ron Burcham Christmas is different in the valley. I found that out five years ago when I celebrated my first Christmas in Chandler. I was in my church office putting some last-minute touches on that evening’s message when I heard what sounded like a lawn mower! “A lawn mower?” I thought, “Impossible.” Many Christmas…
Allen Levy, Publicity Director Tikkun Olam – A Jewish concept defined by acts of kindness performed to perfect or repair the world. The phrase is found in the Mishnah, often used when discussing issues of social policy, ensuring a safeguard to those who may be at a disadvantage. SLJC stepped up and answered the appeal…
Dr. Marc Drake, Sr. Pastor, First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes There was once a boy whose father was an astronomer. One day, the boy came home from school and asked his mom to help him write a report on the moon. Understandably, she said, “Ask your father. He’s the astronomer.” The boy replied, “But…
Lorri Morgan, Publicity The Cottonwood Lady Niners are back, better than ever. Big news is the new pricing structure – just $275 for the entire season of Thursday Niners play ($295 for Phase 1 and 3), plus $55 to join the league. You can’t get more fun golf anywhere for that price! The Niners play…