Do you remember as a child or youth being asked: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” For me back then, the question thrilled my young mind like a magical parable. Each time I heard it, I believed that whatever I could imagine as the best of all things to be, I… Continue reading What do you want to be when you grow up?
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Super Summer Salad Spectacular is August 21st
We are very pleased to announce the Church of the Palms Annual Super Summer Salad Spectacular is back on – in modified form to continue to keep all of us safe! This year, instead of salad ingredients, we will ask that you bring a completed salad (e.g., tossed, potato, chicken, creative salad of your choice)… Continue reading Super Summer Salad Spectacular is August 21st
Service Project Craft Group update
Wow!! We are in the middle of the “Dog Days” of summer. But, our Meeting Room at Church stays cool, the coffee or ice water on hand, and usually a little goodie. Do come and join us any Wednesday from 9-11. We keep busy making small quilts and lap robes, or crocheting scarves, hats, and… Continue reading Service Project Craft Group update
Volunteers needed!
The Church of the Palms Social Justice Action Team needs your help. The mission of this Team is to seek justice through Prayer, Action, Love, Ministry, and Support. Currently, the most critical need for volunteers is in the area of our ministry to the homeless population in our community. Monitors are needed for our I-HELP… Continue reading Volunteers needed!
August notes from your Executive Board
Hello Friends and Happy August! Are you also wondering where this summer has gone? We hope you are enjoying the season, whether you are here with us experiencing the heat (and hopefully some monsoon rain) or basking in some cooler weather. Either way, God’s creation is beautiful! Thank you to all who participated in our… Continue reading August notes from your Executive Board
A letter from Teddy
(Pastor Paul’s very good dog friend) There is a LOT to look forward to at Church of the Palms this month! August 7th is the first Sunday of the month, and you know what that means: it’s Communion Sunday! Pastor Jim will be in the pulpit with this challenge: can we ever really know faith… Continue reading A letter from Teddy
The lessons of Aunt Grace
written by Rev. Max S. Klinkenborg Ed liked to visit his mother’s sister Aunt Grace at her farm down the road from his own. She had taught him to fish, to plant flowers and to ride a sheep’s back like a bucking bronco. She liked to play, unlike his mother who was always working, took… Continue reading The lessons of Aunt Grace
Meet Joy!
We are pleased to announce that we have hired Annette (Joy) Sheridan as our new Office Assistant. Yes, she would like to be called Joy. Her name matches her personality and we are excited to welcome her aboard. Joy’s previous experience includes her 15+ years as a Senior Administrative Assistant and Client Relations Support. She… Continue reading Meet Joy!
Multitasking
This week’s “Ponderings” was written by Rev. David Klingensmith. David’s Discernings Multitasking has been a popular term in recent years. We have all seen the images of someone trying to type, answer the phone, be on a Zoom call, and if working at home maybe chasing a child or pet out of the picture. And… Continue reading Multitasking
Help HART Pantry fill backpacks for teens in need!
HART Pantry is holding a back-to-school drive for at-risk teens. Donations will be accepted until July 13. Please drop off items in the HART Pantry box in our narthex. Needed items include: Adult size backpacks Filler paper (college rule) 1 Subject spiral notebook (college rule) Composition books Erasers (Dollar Tree has multiple packs) Pencils/Mechanical Pencils… Continue reading Help HART Pantry fill backpacks for teens in need!