Church News
Wednesday Wanderers will be taking a break through January 11, and we will begin our new book, God of Love: A Guide to the Heart of Judaism, Christianity and Islam by Mirabai Starr on January 18. It's never too late to join; if you or a friend might be interested, contact Pastor Rock.
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Steve and Donna Halasz (first and third on the left) are joined by Sue Stryker and Kristi Geiger (center), all from United Church of Sun City, as they deliver gifts and money to military representatives from Luke Air Force Base as part of United Church's Angel Tree Ministry collecting toys and money for Luke AFB families. Steve and Donna are the Angel Tree Coordinators.
Read MoreIn December, Church of the Beatitudes provided some Christmas cheer to 2 immigrant families from Maryland School. A total of 5 children were given clothes, shoes and toys that they had wished for. In addition, the families were also given gift cards to assist with other necessities needed over the holiday season.
Read MoreA Shadow Rock UCC and AIHM Phoenix Chapter Event: Grandmothers Speak: Past, Present, and Future of Medicine
FREE, January 14, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm MST at Shadow Rock UCC, 12861 N. 8th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85029
Hear three Grandmothers talk about how integrative medicine started, how it has evolved, and hopes for the future.
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Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
We are issuing a call to join in prayers and generosity for Pastor Tulafono Maga (pastor of First Samoan CCCTOLT of Wittman AZ) and his family (A total of 12: including children and grandchildren, plus Pastor Tula and wife Tuli). A week ago Sunday, the Maga family spent most of the day at church until evening when they returned home to find their rental home engulfed in flames! Their home was a total loss.
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ is searching for the right person to fill the Office Manager/Bookkeeper position. The successful applicant will need to have proficiency with double-entry bookkeeping and at least one year of such experience, as well as competency and experience using Microsoft Office software, particularly Word, Excel, and Publisher. Additionally, we need a self-starter who can work without close supervision and a person who is motivated to be gracious and helpful to members and visitors alike, in person and by telephone. This is a part-time, 16 hours per week job.
If you know someone who has the needed abilities and might be interested, please invite them to call or email Diana Winston at 480-585-9157, winston.diana@gmail.com.
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Shadow Rock will be offering Our Whole Lives comprehensive, values-based human sexuality education beginning in January 2023. This offering is for junior high and senior high youth, with groups for 7th grade through 12th grade. Please reach out to your friends and neighbors to let them know about this nationally known program that's led jointly by the United Church of Christ and the Unitarian Universalist Association.
Information sessions are December 7 and 8. This is a great time to learn more and ask questions. For more information about Shadow Rock's OWL Program, please email Karen. To learn more about OWL's values and vision, check out their digital home!
Read MoreFirst Congregational, Albuquerque is looking for a part-time Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries. Join a wonderful staff and a growing congregation.
The Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries provides vision, leadership and coordination to enhance our growing programs for infants, children, youth, adults and families. This person will be aware of the unique needs of children, youth, adults and families today and plan programs accordingly. This program will continue the mission of the congregation to Live God’s Love, Justice and Inclusion.
For a job description or more information, please contact Sue Joiner: sjoiner@firstuccabq.org
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
The Desert Garden United Church of Christ Chancel Choir accompanied by an instrumental ensemble and conducted by Dennis Marsollier will perform the musical, Were You There on That Christmas Night? on Sunday, December 11, at 9:30 a.m.
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
Invitation from Rev. Sue Joiner:
Charles Rodgers is coming back to First Congregational in Albuquerque. Many heard him last year and were deeply moved by his story, so invited him back. He is featured in a documentary called Serving Life about the work he and others did as hospice volunteers while in prison. It is a powerful story and all are encouraged to watch it on Amazon Prime.
Charles will be speaking in worship on Sunday, December 4. He will also be speaking about the criminal justice system and prison reform on Dec 3rd at 4pm. These events will be available to watch online.
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
Desert Garden UCC in Sun City West has this beautiful stained glass window adorning our narthex. The plaque below reads, “This Window is a Gift from First Congregational United Church of Christ, Tucson, AZ. 1881-2011.” We at Desert Garden UCC are grateful to share in the beauty which God allowed to shine into that faithful congregation.
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
he Jubilee is this Sunday, November 13, at 10:45 am. Our beautiful Sanctuary building has been the jewel on the corner of 7th Avenue and Glendale in Phoenix for 50 years now. Join us as we celebrate this anniversary, and honor the people who brought this vision to life.
We will be having a special service during our 10:30 worship, with some familiar faces joining us for the festivities. If you haven’t been here in a while, come back for the day. We would love to celebrate the day with members and friends, past and present.
Read MoreThe Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ and the Rincon Congregational United Church of Christ invite you to join in celebrating the Installation of Rev. Louis J. Mitchell as Senior Pastor and Teacher of the congregation.
The Service of Installation will take place on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at 3:00pm in the Rincon Sanctuary, 122 N. Craycroft Rd., Tucson AZ.
You may also join us via Facebook live! https://www.facebook.com/RinconCongregationalUCC
Read MoreWhat’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.
Holly Herman reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond. (Thanks, Holly!)
