The Church of the Palms’ bus will go Thursday, June 15th to hear “Christian Nationalism: Policy, Theology, and Practical Application” presented by Amanda Tyler, JD. This is sponsored by Arizona Faith Network and other partners. Our bus will leave the church at 5:30 p.m. for the program that goes from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at… Continue reading Field trip: Christian Nationalism presentation
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Visitor / new member information session
Would you like to learn more about Church of the Palms? Come to the Information Session on July 26 at 3:30 pm! Sign up in the narthex on Sunday or contact the church at [email protected] or 623-977-8359.
Creation Justice Sunday, April 23
Sunday, April 23rd, is our annual Creation Justice Sunday. Each year during a special worship service we profess our love for the earth and take actions in saving this marvelous gift from God. As we join with others of all backgrounds and from around the world, we come together to advance sustainability and climate action… Continue reading Creation Justice Sunday, April 23
Information Session: April 26
Once again, the Evangelism and Growth Team is offering an Information Session which will be held in King Hall on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 3:30 pm to provide an opportunity to meet Pastor Paul Whitlock and Pastor Jim Alexander as well as a few other church leaders. There will be information provided plus you… Continue reading Information Session: April 26
Good Friday “Stations of the Cross” Labyrinth Walk
Good Friday, April 7, 12 – 3 pm All are welcome to walk the labyrinths at Church of the Palms UCC for a self-directed 30-minute walk, with a printed guide provided for pauses at the ‘stations of the cross’ to read a brief Biblical text and prayer. Volunteers will be available to assist walkers. Chairs… Continue reading Good Friday “Stations of the Cross” Labyrinth Walk
Doing Grief™ Community Healing Project is Here for You
The Healing Project at The Church of the Palms offers these special events and programs in March: Sunday, March 19th: Morning Worship Commissioning Service & Dedication of our “Interfaith Chapel for Healing.” Rev. Shea Darian will be preaching. Prayer Shawls will be dedicated. Team members and volunteers for the Healing Project will be blessed. Saturday,… Continue reading Doing Grief™ Community Healing Project is Here for You
Why Palestine Matters
Save the dates: February 24th, March 3rd, and March 17th Fridays from 1:30 to 3 pm At The Church of the Palms we began our journey of support for Tent of Nations and Palestinian human rights in 2018 after Daoud Nassar, who is a Palestinian Christian farmer, spoke to our church. We have engaged in… Continue reading Why Palestine Matters
Meet & Greet with Micheon Gorman, Director of Development, Phoenix Indian Center
Saturday, February 4, 20239 am: Light breakfast served9:30 – 10:30 am: Program, presentation, and Q&A Micheon will join us via Zoom in King Hall.This is a free event, open to the public.Breakfast reservations: Sign up on clipboard in narthex or call 623-977-8359.Participate via Zoom by going to the Bridges page of our website and clicking… Continue reading Meet & Greet with Micheon Gorman, Director of Development, Phoenix Indian Center
Blue Christmas / Longest Night Service – December 21
“I’ll have a blue Christmas without you. I’ll be so blue just thinking about you. Decorations of red on a green Christmas tree won’t be the same if you’re not here with me.” Those lyrics by Elvis Presley can certainly ring true when we have experienced the loss of a loved one or have had… Continue reading Blue Christmas / Longest Night Service – December 21
Thanksgiving and Christmas at The Palms
November 20 is our Thanksgiving Sunday and we’ll be giving thanks for our clergy including our retired clergy. We will serve a Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sign up today to donate food, volunteer to serve, or to eat. Questions? Talk to Wendy Whitlock. Make plans to join… Continue reading Thanksgiving and Christmas at The Palms