Spiritual Reflections
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Boutique, meeting feature
Reiki talk
Shalom Hadassah has set its meeting and boutique for Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Oakwood Clubhouse, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes.
From 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., the boutique will feature scarves, jewelry, T-shirts and purses from several vendors. Bring cash or checks to pay for purchases.
The luncheon will begin at 12 p.m., followed by a speaker on Reiki, a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation.
To make reservations for lunch, which is $16, call Ruth at (480) 802-9600.
Funeral planning seminar held
A free seminar on funeral planning will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, at the Ceramics Room 7, at the Cottonwood Clubhouse, 25630 S. Brentwood Dr., Sun Lakes.
Denice Scholar, a representative from Mount Sinai Cemetery and Mortuary, will speak about funeral traditions from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a question and answer session. Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP number of guests to Murray Siegel at msiegel.the@gmail.com.
Holiday Boutique and Bake
Sale hosted by St. Matthew
St. Matthew United Methodist Church United Methodist Women, who have many members who live in the Chandler area, are holding a Holiday Boutique and Bake Sale from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8. The sale will include unique hand crafted items, baked goods, gift wrapping and pictures with Santa from 9:30 a.m.to 1:30 p.m. Saturday.
Dinner is available Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and lunch is available Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The sale is being held for the United Methodist Women to support their local missions, as well as missions worldwide.
St. Matthew United Methodist Church is located at 2540 W. Baseline Rd., Mesa. For more information, call (480) 8387909 or visit www.stmatthewmesa.org.
SPIRITUAL CONNECTIONS
Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly support group or meeting you would like listed in Spiritual Connections, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com.
Bible study Meets twice a month
Members of the Women’s Life group study the Bible and discuss how the lessons can relate to their lives. Sun Lakes United Church Of Christ, Chandler
Info: Jan Olson at (480) 802-7457 or Joy King (480) 588-1882
Career Connectors
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesdays Next: Tuesday, Dec. 9
Nonprofit organization connecting professionals in career transition to highquality resources and hiring companies; each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits.
Central Christian Church, Gilbert Campus/Student Center, 965 E. Germann Rd., Gilbert Info: www.careerconnectors.org, (480) 442-5806
Christian Business Networking, Tri-City Chapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays
Offers members the opportunity to
share ideas, contacts and business referrals.
Crackers and Co. Café 535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com
Christian Business Networking, Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter 7:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of the month
Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.
Chandler Christian Church, Room C100
1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com
Christian Business Networking, East Valley Chapter 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.
Mission Church Seminar Room 4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com
WEDNESDAY:
Celebrate Recovery Men’s Step Study
5:30 p.m. Sundays
Gender-specific accountability groups that meet for 28 weeks and use the eight recovery principles.
CrossRoads Nazarene Church
2950 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Info: (480) 722-0700 or celebraterecovery@crnaz.com
DivorceCare
5:30 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 9
A 13-week study providing the ongoing support and encouragement necessary for healing from divorce.
CrossRoads Nazarene Church
2950 W. Ray Rd., Chandler Info: (480) 722-0700 or divorcecare@ crnaz.com
East Valley JCC Parent and Child Playgroup
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Fridays Playgroup for parents with children ages 12 months to 2 1/2 years old.
East Valley JCC
908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: Emily Malin, (480) 897-0588, maline@evjcc.org
East Valley Jewish Couples Club
Offers once-a-month social activities such as dining, movies and plays for Jewish couples in the 45- to 65-year-old age range.
Info: Melissa, (480) 785-0744, beadlover@cox.net
Empower Model For Men
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays beginning Nov. 6
The three-class series is taught by author Scott E. Clark and designed to offer the practical wisdom and tools to help men shift into their higher consciousness, based on the seven-step empower model detailed in Clark’s book, “Empower Model for Men.” Cost is $85. Unity of Chandler 325 N. Austin Dr., Chandler Info: (480) 792-1800.
Forever Marriage Ministries Marriage Restoration Support Group for Wives Offers hope to the hurting Valleywide through one-on-one Biblical marriage teaching, God-honoring wife discipleship and marriage restoration mentoring to wives seeking God’s will in the restoration of marriage. Info: Lisa (602) 377-8847,
Marriage@lisacmyers.com, www. forevermarriageministries.com, www. facebook.com/forevermarriages.
Grief Care
6:30 p.m. Wednesdays
A place to come share your feelings or just listen to others as we try to navigate through our grief. You don’t have to do it alone.
Epiphany Lutheran Church, south campus old church building
800 W. Ray Rd., Room 325, Chandler. Info: www.griefcareaz@gmail.com
Grief Share
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays
A combination seminar and support group that meets weekly with people who understand because they have “been there” themselves. Fee for materials is $15, but scholarships are available.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 739 W. Erie St., Chandler Info: (480) 963-4127, www.htlutheran. com
Healing Prayer and Meditation Circle
7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays
Guided prayer, affirmations and visualization for those facing physical, emotional, mental or spiritual issues in their lives. Love offering requested. Unity of Chandler
325 N. Austin Dr., Chandler Info: (480) 792-1800
H.O.P.E. – Help Overcoming Painful Experiences
7 p.m. Tuesdays
Free weekly small-group sessions helping people overcome emotional pain caused by divorce, grief, addictions and more; free child care for children ages 10 and younger.
Desert Springs Church, Room 106 19620 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler Info: hope4all@comcast.net, www. helpovercomingpainfulexperiences.org
Jewish Women International, Avodah Chapter 1581
Monthly luncheon
Iguana Mack’s 1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler RSVP: (480) 802-9304, (480) 655-8812
JumpStart
11:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays
JumpStart is a sidewalk Sunday school community outreach program serving
“some of the poorest neighborhoods” in Chandler, offering snacks, games and teachings about Jesus to area children. Participants meet at Faith Family Church 11530 E. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler Info: Joanne Sweeney, (480) 539-8933
Kids’ Sunday School
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays
Unity of Chandler
325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, Chandler Info: (480) 792-1800, www. unityofchandler.org
Lift Your Spirit
10 a.m. Sundays
Hear inspirational messages and music. Unity of Chandler
325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, Chandler Info: (480) 792-1800, www. unityofchandler.org
Moms in Prayer International
A group of mothers who meet one hour each week to intercede for their children and schools through prayer. Info: Liane Wright, (480) 699-7887, www. momsinprayer.org
Monthly Women’s Fellowship
6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of each month
The monthly fellowship Bible study of the East Valley Chapter of Christian Women’s Devotional Alliance “ministers to women’s spiritual, emotional and physical needs.”
Best Western-Mezona
250 W. Main St., Mesa Info: (480) 232-3773
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) – Chandler Chapter 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. first and third Wednesday of each month
Faith-based “Caring Connection” for those who have loved ones with a mental illness. Find support and share experiences with others. Risen Savior Lutheran Church 23914 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Joan, (480) 883-8871
Real Love Support Group
6:30 p.m. Thursdays
For those who have a desire to acquire more “Real Love,” and in the process find great personal happiness and more fulfilling relationships. Love offering requested. Unity of Chandler
325 N. Austin Dr., Chandler Info: (480) 792-1800
WebXtra: For a complete list of Spiritual Connections, SanTan Sun area monthly support groups, study groups and spiritually stimulating meetings, visit SanTanSun.com and click on “Spirituality.”
