Tag: Church

Candlelight Service

Excitement is mounting, and the thrill of anticipation for the holiday season is upon us. What better way to celebrate Christmas Eve than with a Candlelight Service right here in SunBird? The Community Church of SunBird is opening the ballroom doors to residents, family, and friends as we celebrate the birth of our dear Savior…

The Days of Summer

Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ As a pastor and a lover of dogs, I often find myself reflecting on the simple joys and profound lessons our furry friends bring into our lives. My administrative assistant and I share a mutual affection for dogs, and we’ve observed how their companionship…

Celebrate National Day of Prayer

The Sun Lakes and SunBird communities will meet for the National Day of Prayer at the SunBird Golf Resort ballroom, at 6250 S. SunBird Blvd., in Chandler, on Thursday, May 2. The program begins at 10 a.m., with musicians playing patriotic music from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Sam Rotman, a concert pianist and inspirational speaker,…

The Promise of Spring, the Seeds of Harmony

Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ In the heart of winter, on Jan. 14, 2024, our community embarked on a journey of understanding and connection that defied the cold and barren landscape around us. Gathered within the warm embrace of fellowship, individuals from diverse religious backgrounds came together for an interfaith…

Unity: The Field of Potentiality

Kay Davis Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a New Thought Community. We celebrate Peace, Love, Light, Joy, and Healing. We practice affirmative prayer and positive thinking, and we support one another in living a Spirit-centered life. Rev. Jeanne MacLaughlin is our spiritual leader, and she gives us our lesson on Sunday at 10 a.m.…

Living Love in a Leap Year

Rev. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ As the desert winds of February sweep across Sun Lakes, we are gently reminded of a unique season in our calendar—a time when love takes center stage in its various hues. February, a month often associated with Valentine’s Day, invites us to examine deeper into…