Mark Wenz, Unity Church of Sun Lakes The Five Foundational Principles of Unity focus on harnessing the power of thought and prayer to live a purposeful life. These are the five principles, which are sometimes summarized as “God is. I Am. I think. I pray. I live.”: God is Absolute Good, Everywhere Present: There is…
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May 2026, Generals
Memorial Day Flag Service at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
Following church services on Sunday, May 24, the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will again host a brief flag-lowering ceremony at 10 a.m.at the Veterans Circle of Honor Monument in front of the church. This moving ceremony will honor more than one million men and women who died in all branches of our Nation’s armed forces.…
Religion, May 2026
Letting Go
Mark Wenz It’s human nature to want to be liked and to desire a large group of supportive people around us. However, some relationships do nothing to support our spiritual growth but do the opposite by holding us back and distracting us from staying on our spiritual evolutionary path. We have all known people whose…
Religion, October 2025
Living with Purpose at Every Age
Rev. Jennifer Lambert, Senior Pastor, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church In every stage of life, we are wired for meaning. Psychologists tell us that having a sense of purpose is one of the greatest predictors of health and longevity. Scripture also reminds us that we are God’s masterpieces, created for good works (Ephesians 2:10). Purpose…
July 2025, Religion
God Sent Us!
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. On the desk in the White House Oval Office, during the presidency of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, was a bronze plaque affixed to a wooden surface that read: “O God thy sea is so great and my boat so small.” It reminded him of the awesome responsibilities of being President of the…
Religion, July 2025
Reflections on Freedom This Fourth of July
Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ This Fourth of July marks my first since retiring from my military uniform. After more than two decades of service, I now stand in civilian clothes, reflecting on the meaning of freedom from a new place—one rooted not in command but in calling. I’ve…
Religion, June 2025
5 Understandable Words: “… a heritage from The Lord …”
Pastor Steve Foss There is a cave in Canaan where the patriarchs of Judaism and Muslim heritage are buried. The bodies of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Sarah, Rebecca, and Leah are all buried there. It is located in Machpelah (present-day Hebron), which is due south of Jerusalem and on the west side of the west bank,…
Religion, June 2025
What Life Is All About
Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Another winter has passed. Summer is fast approaching. Perhaps now is the time for all that has transpired to be reviewed as we reconcile the past with the present and as we anticipate the future. The experiences for the last six months are recorded for all to see. However, it is…
Religion, June 2025
Embracing the Spirit Of Service
Volunteering for the church is an enriching and fulfilling experience that allows you to serve your community, deepen your faith, and grow personally and spiritually. Churches rely on the dedication and goodwill of volunteers to carry out their mission, provide essential services, and foster a sense of belonging among their congregants. Ways to Volunteer for…
June 2025, Religion
The Resurrection Principle
Mark Wenz “They say the darkest hour is right before the dawn.” —Bob Dylan, “Meet Me in the Morning” “To be a traveler on this earth, you must know how to die and come to life again.” —Goethe Do you trust that you have the power to transform that which seems hopeless into something hopeful…