part of the Mission Focusof the Social Justice Action TeamChurch of the Palms UCC There is a new task force at Church of the Palms: Othering and Belonging (O&B). It has formed out of the continued investment in education events around the social justice issues of anti-racism, oppression, marginalized people, criminal justice, etc. O&B will… Continue reading Othering and Belonging: A New Task Force
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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
Can you Imagine?
A message from our Social Justice Action Team Criminal Justice Ministry By Nancy Nonini Have you ever had a teenage son? A 16-year old boy was arrested for stealing a backpack, a petty crime. Because he did not have enough money to cover $3000 bail, he was in jail for 3 years awaiting trial. He… Continue reading Can you Imagine?
Keep the Wheels on the Bus Going ‘Round: Be a Volunteer
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
What is I-HELP?
I-HELP is the Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program with Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest. Church of the Palms hosts I-HELP guests on our campus. A typical I-HELP guest is someone who is ready to move out homelessness. Max Klinkenborg describes volunteering with the I-HELP program here at Church of the Palms this way: “It’s… Continue reading What is I-HELP?
Penny Magic Jar
We’d like to tell you the story of the Penny Magic Jar in the narthex. It’s been there for over 20 years. One of our church members, back in the late 1990s, had been carrying around loose change (pennies at that time) in his pocket that he wanted to get rid of. So, he put… Continue reading Penny Magic Jar
Easily dispose of your old electronics
AZStRUT’s electronics recycling is back! If you have electronics around the house that are no longer being used, bring them to Shadow Rock UCC, January 7–9 – or – to Church of the Palms no later than 1 pm on January 7 Besides being diverted from our landfills, they will be disassembled and repaired for… Continue reading Easily dispose of your old electronics
Do you go to church or are you the church?
Do you go to church or are you the church? Do you approach church with a consumer or missional point of view? As we approach the pinnacle of this holy season, for what are you looking in your proverbial church stocking? Some Christmas elves are interested in a consumer church. Their attitude views church as… Continue reading Do you go to church or are you the church?
Help HART Pantry
HART Pantry is having trouble purchasing needed food items. The quantities they need are often restricted. If you are thinking of a cash donation, consider buying the non-perishable food items if it is convenient to do so. Some of the items are: juice boxes canned pasta dinners tuna or chicken lunch packs pudding or fruit… Continue reading Help HART Pantry
I-HELP & King Hall: In the room where it happens
By Nancy Mueller The Church of the Palms has been an integral part of Interfaith Homeless Emergency Shelter (I-HELP) of the northwest valley since it began in October 2019, usually hosting every Monday night. I-HELP is administered by Lutheran Social Services who interviews, selects, and provides case management for those who have lost safe and… Continue reading I-HELP & King Hall: In the room where it happens