Esther Spear The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood held their annual charity event called Games Galore on Feb. 24 in the Oakwood ballroom. More than 150 women attended the luncheon, played games, and won prizes. Contributions were made to local charities such as Neighbors Who Care, the Sun Lakes Fire Department, and many others. Thank…
Joni Brown-Walders What can American Jews do to defend themselves against increasing antisemitic hatred and violence? What are the best strategies to fight this phenomenon and to advocate for Israel at this moment in history? Antisemitism and violence against Jews and Jewish organizations has increased enormously in the U.S. and worldwide, particularly after October 7…
Reverend Jennifer Lambert “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth” (Psalm 96:1). Music is a vessel that carries us into the presence of God, filling our hearts and souls with grace beyond measure. In this season of Lent and Easter, we are invited to recognize the abundant love…
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Recently, I read a very interesting essay titled “An Interview with God.” The author is unknown, but I believe it could have been written by any of us. And here it is: “Come in,” God said. “So, you would like to interview me?” “If you have the time,” I said. God…
Murray Siegal The regular monthly Shabbat service for April will be held on April 11 at 7 p.m. The cast of the musical comedy The Family Tree will be honored, along with the Sun Lakes Community Church whose pastor, Rev. Mitch McDonald, will be delivering the sermon. During the service, the congregation will be commemorating…
Rev. Steve Foss, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes Common sense is best defined as something that is truthful and widely known. Now, I’m not yet 70, though I have lived long enough in this world to have learned from an early age about the birds and the bees. Growing up with six sisters and a…