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United Church News - April 2024
Sun Health Presents “The Science of Mindfulness for Stress and Health” on Tuesday, April 9 at 10:30 am. ASU professor Ann Sebren will explain what mindfulness is and how science explains how mindfulness can change our brain and perception, helping us to reduce stress and enhance our well being and physical health. It is a fascinating topic and very applicable even in our retired living. We will meet in the Beehive. Come join us for interesting discussion.
Prayer Study: On Sunday, April 7, we begin a 9-week study on prayer (based on the book How to Pray: a Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete Greig). This will take place in the Beehive from 12:30—2:00 pm each Sunday. We will discuss what prayer is and is not, and how to pray for ourselves and others. We will also practice prayer during this time. Please come and join us for this time of sharing, exploration, and discussion. Whether you're just beginning to pray, or have a great deal of experience praying, this group can help us look at and experience prayer in new ways.
Converse and Connect: Lisa Dunbar, our Parish Nurse, continues the Wednesday morninggroup at 10:00 am. The group is an interactive class about resiliency. Come join in the fun of sharing together as they converse and connect together!
Forever 55 (+/-) Ladies' Luncheon - 1 pm on the second Thursday of each month at George’s Lakeview Café. Join us; about 5 to 10 people meet monthly. RSVP Hedy Hall (Activity Fellowship Committee) or the office at 623-933-0058.
Men's Breakfast - On the first Tuesday of every month at 8am at George's Lakeview Café. About 5 to 10 people meet monthly. Contact the church office for more information.
SilverSneakers: On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Classic Class begins at 1:00 pm in the Beehive. Invite others to join you. If you have any questions, please contact Ginger Dawson at 623-695-6489.
Walking Group - Mondays and Wednesdays at 1 pm in the sanctuary
Bible Study - Thursdays at 11 am in the Pastor's study
Tai Chi - Mondays at 2 pm
AA meetings - Wednesdays at 7 pm
THE NATIONAL FRIENDSHIP LINE, 1-800-971-0016, is a phone number for seniors (60 years of age and older) who can call once a day, every day, if they would like social interaction or ask health questions. They can even request a volunteer to make an outgoing call directly to a loved one who might be in need but is reluctant to reach out. Trained volunteers are available to take the calls and each year they make and/or receive 100,000 phone calls with seniors. The Friendship Line is sponsored by the Institute of Aging (IOA). This service is free.
THE NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE, 1-800-273-8255, provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
VALLEY VIEW FOOD BANK was founded in March 2007 by Jesse Ramirez. Jesse served at the West Side Food Bank in Surprise, Arizona for 21 years before starting Valley View Community Food Bank. From its first 500 square foot location to now, Valley View Community Food Bank currently provides nutritious food boxes at four locations.
More than a food bank, Valley View Community Food Bank is committed to doing as much as possible to serve the needs of our diverse community. Their mission is to serve those in need with compassion and respect while providing the resources for wholesome nutritious food. Valley View Community offers a safe, positive environment where those seeking help can easily find the resources they need to feed themselves and their families. Valley View Community Food Bank is a 501 (c) 3.
To donate, go to feedingaz.org/ways-to-help/. To volunteer to help pack boxes or deliver food in the Sun Cities, call Martha Ovalle, Volunteer Coordinator, at 602-486-4285. For more information, contact Jesse Ramirez at vvcfb@yahoo.com.