What’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!)
What’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!)
What’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!)
From Congregational Church of the Valley:
We are pleased to announce the next concert in our Extraordinary Evening of Music series is scheduled for Saturday, February 25 at 7 PM! You won't want to miss this performance of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" with members of the Phoenix Symphony. Presale tickets may be purchased online for just $30 by clicking here or by calling 480-451-4565. Free admission for students. Tickets will also be available at the door for $35.
Read MoreDon’t let scammers take your hard-earned money; learn about recent and trending scams and how to protect yourself.
Desert Garden UCC, Sun City West, AZ is hosting Joan Campbell who is Community Affairs Coordinator from the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. Joan’s presentation is titled, “Trending Scams: Criminals Taking Advantage.” The program is in person on Monday, January 30th at 10am at the church, 18818 N. 128th Ave, Sun City West, AZ.
All are invited; there is no cost. Coffee, tea, and treats provided.
Read MoreCongrats to Rev. Tina Campbell, who was installed as Transitional Pastor of Black Mountain UCC last Sunday, January 8.
Images courtesy of Ron Wright, a professional photographer and friend of Tina's.
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!)
What’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!)
Take a look to see what the program will entail for this event to be held at The Good Shepherd January 12-14, 2023. You can find more information and the registration link here.
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!)
A new ministry begins at The Church of the Palms in 2023! Doing Grief Community Healing Project at the Palms (DGCHP) is a collaborative ministry between COTP and Doing Grief Healing Center, directed by Rev. Shea Darian – a UCC minister, hospital chaplain, and member of The Church of the Palms. This new ministry will provide spiritual care (small group Healing Circles and one-on-one spiritual care), spiritual enrichment (“Healing through the Arts” programs and contemplative prayer/meditation practices), and grief education workshops that encourage grievers to become their own best healers.
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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.
Join the Discussion via Zoom
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.
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!)
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!
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