Tag: Sun Lakes United Methodist Church

Christmas in July at Sun Lakes UMC

  Jean Wheeler Celebrate Christmas in July! Don’t miss a full Christmas worship service at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church in the Chapel on Saturday, July 14, at 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, July 15, at 9:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary at 9248 E. Riggs Road (just west of Robson Library). Enjoy favorite Christmas songs…

A child’s prayer

Jean Newell, Associate Pastor, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church As I was growing up, my family always said grace before meals. I, in turn, taught the same grace to my children, and my children are passing the tradition on to their children. I remember when my daughter Dawn and her two young sons moved in…

SLUMC hosts Ice Cream Social

  Jean Wheeler Don’t miss our worship service on Sunday, July 1, at 9:00 a.m. featuring the “Red Mountain Brass.” Then cool off in our Fellowship Hall at 6:00 p.m. with a bowl of ice cream at our annual ice cream social and patriotic singalong led by our music director, Cris Evans. The events are…

Enjoy a seaside escape

  Jean Newell, Associate Pastor Are you looking for an escape from the summer heat? If so, come away with us for SeaSide Escape, a summer-time Vacation Bible School event for women, held from 10:00 a.m. to noon at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church July 17-19. Against a background of a relaxing and peaceful stay…

SLUMC announces popular Summer Education Series

  Bev Tarpley Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) will again host Tuesday Nights Together (TNT) in June, July and August at 6:30 p.m. in Lindsay Hall. Topics vary from light and entertaining to serious and informational. The programs last about an hour, reservations are not required, everyone is welcome and admission is free. SLUMC…

Faith on vacation

  Jean Newell, Associate Pastor at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church Have Keurig will travel! It all began when my sister and brother-in-law were going to spend time at their timeshare for vacation. She asked me if I would be willing to Bea-sit while they were gone; it could be like a stay-cation for me…

Sun Lakes Chorale offers dynamic season closer

Jan Ott It’s Spring Concert time again, so save Thursday evening, March 15, for an evening of memorable music and performances. The concert will be held at the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church located at 9248 E. Riggs Road in Sun Lakes (next to the library). Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the concert begins at…

A most memorable evening

Diana Lauria-Morson On Thursday, December 7, a magical evening took place. The Sun Lakes Chorale performed in their annual Holiday Concert. They sang beautifully to a sold-out crowd. The selections were eclectic; the people bundled up on a cold evening were warmed by the chorale, the enthusiasm and heartfelt camaraderie. Friends and neighbors greeted each…

The Intercessor’s Prayer

  Jean Newell, Associate Pastor of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church One afternoon, I was talking on the phone with a friend who lives in Flagstaff who was getting ready to leave on a trip to visit her sister in California. Frazzled by all there was to do before she left really early the next…

Women of SLUMC hosts annual Cookie Walk December 2

Marlene Snow Kick off the holidays by stopping by the Cookie Walk and Candy Sale hosted by the United Methodist Women of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church. The doors will open promptly at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2. Whether you are looking for festively-decorated holiday cookies, specialty Christmas treats and candy or just tried…