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Pastor Paul’s brief recap of the past five years

Thank you to all who made the 2022 Annual Meeting such a success. I am honored to serve with the slate of volunteers we have for 2022. Before we jump too far into the 2022, let me give a brief recap of the past five years. In 2017, I talked about adjusting our sails, because… Continue reading Pastor Paul’s brief recap of the past five years

Don’t miss my State of the Church address

Thirty years ago I was listening to President Bush give the State of the Union address. The governor then gave the State of the State and the mayor the State of the City. I thought, “Why can’t a preacher do the same thing with the church?” To my mind, my thought was so original and… Continue reading Don’t miss my State of the Church address

We have a good group guiding us

Our Annual Meeting on Saturday, January 29 at 9 a.m. in the sanctuary will be a celebration: record-setting financial giving to the church, great volunteer leadership, expansion of our social justice ministry, hope for tomorrow. Having said that, every time I start to think that I have this Covid thing figured out, a new wave… Continue reading We have a good group guiding us

Anniversaries are an important part of life

On this day, 31 years ago, I was ordained into Christian ministry. My family and church family gathered to celebrate. My travels have taken me to serve churches in Texas, Florida, back to Kentucky and finally home in Arizona. My family has changed as well (with the addition of two more kids). How blessed I… Continue reading Anniversaries are an important part of life

Dysart Community Center Sends a Note of Gratitude

I wanted to express to everyone in your congregation how very grateful we are for the support you have all given us during this difficult year. Without your help, kindness and generosity, we would not have survived the COVID-19 pandemic. You lifted our spirits, you gave practical and useful donations to help those in desperate… Continue reading Dysart Community Center Sends a Note of Gratitude

In Solidarity: Antiracism Virtual Workshop

Friday, January 14 – Saturday, January 15 Deacon Joan Crawford is providing an online opportunity, “In Solidarity: Antiracism Virtual Workshop” sponsored by the ECC Truth & Reconciliation Commission. A freewill offering based on a sliding scale of $10 to $40 per person is suggested. A portion will be contributed to the ECC and the Arizona… Continue reading In Solidarity: Antiracism Virtual Workshop

Coloratura Helen Hendricks in concert at The Palms

Coloratura Helen Hendricks is a native of Phoenix, AZ. She graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor’s in Vocal Performance in 2021. For the last three years, Ms. Hendricks has studied with globally renowned baritone Gordon Hawkins. While at ASU, she appeared in the 2021 production of Hansel und Grëtel as the Dew Fairy,… Continue reading Coloratura Helen Hendricks in concert at The Palms

2022 resolutions the fabulous Whitlocks shall attempt

New Year’s resolutions are common this time of the year. Overheard at dinner, here are some of the (tongue in cheek) resolutions the fabulous Whitlocks shall attempt: I resolve to keep my fake houseplants alive this year. I resolve to stay within the earth’s atmosphere all year. I resolve to not move this year. I… Continue reading 2022 resolutions the fabulous Whitlocks shall attempt

Keep the Wheels on the Bus Going ‘Round: Be a Volunteer

Ride the Palms bus to worship!

by Mikey Witt The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round, ’round and ’round, well you know the song. The bus ministry helps those in need — whether it is driving the bus for the I-HELP program or transporting people to and from Sunday Worship. We need some volunteers. On Monday, at 4:00 p.m.,… Continue reading Keep the Wheels on the Bus Going ‘Round: Be a Volunteer