Psalm 103, written by King David, proclaims praise for God in every facet of life. It reflects the experiences of David living through trying times politically, spiritually and physically. The lesson from this Psalm is people need to praise God in every circumstance. In the good, we praise Him for his blessing. In the trying times, we praise Him for his nearness, guidance and comfort. Pastor Chuck

Holy Family Church will celebrate Thanksgiving Mass on today, Nov. 27, at 10 a.m. People can bring food to be blessed. All are invited to the annual Advent Day of Prayer, on Friday, Dec. 5. Mass is at 8:30 a.m., presentations on the Holy Year theme “Pilgrims of Hope,” followed by lunch, Christmas tree decorations and ends with Holy Hour and Benediction at 3 p.m.

Congregation Sholom will hold services via Zoom with Rabbi Eric Dangott on Friday evening, Nov. 28, at 6:30 p.m. Rabbi Mike Mymon will lead the hybrid service to continue on Saturday, Nov. 29, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, and on Zoom at 10 a.m. Saturday’s Torah reading will be Vayetzei (He Went Out) from the book of Genesis. To receive a Zoom invitation, contact Jeff Sacks at 714-642-0122 To become

from page 23 Advent gatherings will be held on Dec. 3, 10 and 17 at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays for an Advent program, followed by a meal together at 4 p.m. The gospel lesson is from Matthew 24:36-44. Jesus speaks of the end times and the suddenness of his return. Even Jesus does not know when that will be, only God the father knows. Therefore, Jesus warns believers to be busy with building God’s

On Sept. 19, 12 golfers from the Leisure World Men’s League and guest Johnny Valencia competed at the Meadowlark Golf Course in Huntington Beach. Five golfers shot net under par, and there were five birdies, three by Kyle Van and one each by Sam Choi and Fujio Norihiro. Choi was closest to the pin on 140-yard par 3 17th hole and Van was closest on the 150-yard par 3 16th hole. A flight winners

The Leisure World Duplicate Bridge Club meets on Mondays and Fridays in Clubhouse 1 at 12:30 p.m. Reservations can be made at any game using the sign-up sheets. Players can call Linda Nye at 562-453-6678 or email her at yuelingnye@yahoo. com no later than 10 a.m. on game day. Arrive by 12:15 to confirm reservations. Sept. 15 winners (eight tables): North/South: Howard Small and Chie Wickman (63%),

GRAB 'N' GO FOOD TRUCKS To-go meals are offered weekly outside Clubhouse 6. On-call bus service is available until 6 p.m. To request a ride, call 562-472-1367. Food vendors are subject to change. For digital menus, sign up for LW Live email updates at www.lwsb.com/lw-live/. Thursday, July 24, Domino’s Pizza: Domino’s will serve pizza, wings and salads at Clubhouse 6. Special

The Leisure Time Dancers hold classes on Monday afternoons in the dance studio, upstairs in Clubhouse 6. Beginners are welcome. Foxtrot will be taught at 2 p.m., with a continuation of cha cha at 3. No partner is necessary. The class will rotate so everyone dances. A review of basics is included. The cost is $8 per person for one class; $12 per person for two classes in a single day. For