The journey of grief has been a surprising one for me, since the passing of my mother just days before Mother’s Day in 2014. That November, I came across an email from an online catalogue company from which I had ordered Christmas gifts for my mother, and just seeing the name of the company was…
Tag: Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
Religion, February 2016
Final arrangements and seminars
The Gardens Committee of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Final Arrangements Seminar on Sunday, February 21 at 2:00 p.m. Representatives of the church, Bueler Chandler Mortuary and the United Methodist Church Foundation will discuss various preparations that can be made prior to death. Topics will include memorial service planning, cremation vs burial,…
Religion, February 2016
CPR class at SLUMC
Instruction specialist and fireman Doug Martineau will conduct a CPR class at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church on Monday, February 29 at 9:00 a.m. in Lindsay Hall. Fireman Martineau teaches CPR and first aid to medical professionals, child care and adult care workers and the general public. He has accreditation from the American Heart Association…
Religion, February 2016
Recycle and honor God’s creation
Pastor Jean Newell, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church “Does this go in recycling?” my grandson, Sabastion, asked his mom. “Yes, it does,” she replied, and he promptly dropped the empty container in the recycling bin that sits next to the trash can in our kitchen. Recycling to Sabastion and his brother, Sebian, is a fact…
Front Page, February 2016
Jazz Christianity Concerts at SLUMC February 28
Dr. Rev. Eugene Lowry will present “Jazz and Christianity” at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church on Sunday, February 28 at 3:00 p.m. In this musical lecture, Dr. Lowry takes the listeners through the story of the birth of jazz, particularly as it relates to Christianity and the black experience in America. This little-known story of…
Generals, February 2016
Sun Lakes Chorale’s “2nd Semester” commences!
Jan Ott With happy memories of yet another full-house holiday concert, the Chorale has welcomed seasonal returnees and new singers as all begin to build their annual spring concert. With the resumption of rehearsals, shared family experiences and health updates have united friends long connected by their ongoing bond of music. Area music lovers are…
Generals, January 2016
Free health programs offered
Whether you are caring for a parent or a spouse, success as a caregiver comes as much from a certain mindset as it does from effective techniques. Emotions such as frustration, anger, embarrassment, exhaustion and guilt are the most common areas that caregivers struggle with. This program will share 11 strategies that will help you…
Religion, January 2016
Sharing your treasures
Pastor Jean Newell, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church The young rabbi Jesus had traveled throughout Galilee, proclaiming and teaching about the Kingdom of God. He and His followers gathered on a hillside and as more and more came to hear, Jesus told them of God’s blessings, taught them how to pray, and encouraged them to…
Generals, December 2015
Free hearing care program
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will be hosting a free seminar about hearing care on Monday, December 14. The presenter is Gene K. Erickson, Board Certified H.I.S., A.C.A. Erickson is the owner and practice director for Desert Hearing Care in Sun Lakes. He will discuss and answer questions about hearing loss, hearing aids and choosing…
Religion, December 2015
Something was missing
Pastor Jean Newell, Sun Lakes United Methodist Church Alright, I give up! Where has this year gone? It seems the older I get, the faster time goes! Anyone else feel like you’ve lost track of time? I thought I was taking time along the way to stop and smell the roses, but now I have…