This week Community Church will move from its look at the Gospel of John to what is often described as the scandalous message of James. This will begin a five-week series on what it means to “do church.” It is perhaps ironic that this series about doing church comes at a time when it isn’t safe to gather together in person. Although Community Church is worshipping virtually, the scandalous message

Colossians 1:9-10 sets the fourth core value of Leisure World Assembly of God, “Grow Continuously.” If a child begins developing at a rate that falls within normal limits and then stops growing, the parents would be concerned. It would be obvious that there was a problem in the health of the child that was inhibiting their growth toward maturity. The same principle applies to spiritual growth.

All who attend LW Baptist Church worship and activities must wear masks indoors.The worship service is from10-11:15 a.m. Sunday school precedes worship from 9:15-9:45. This Sunday’s theme is “Don’t Miss the Dinner Party in Glory.” Advance reservations must be made to attend. The Bible describes being seated with Christ in the heavenly realms and gives the qualifying requirements. A Gospel

Beit HaLev has decided to cancel the live, in-person High Holy Day services in September due to the rise of COVID-19 infections in Leisure World. However, it has not canceled the once-a-month Shabbat services that will begin in October as of this date. All services will be livestreamed. The schedule will be as follows: First Erev Rosh Hashanah: Monday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m. First Day Rosh Hashanah:

Faith Christian Assembly has a long-standing tradition of a Sunday evening celebration service at 5:30 p.m. This one-hour service is a great way to finish the weekend and start a new week on the right foot. Its less-formal format allows time for extra prayer and fellowship, conversations that bring encouragement to each other, and connection. Come early for prayer time at 5 p.m. The Sunday celebration

Holy Family Catholic Church, 13900 Church Place, next to the St. Andrews Gate, will observe the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time on Aug. 29. The first reading is from Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8, and the second reading is from James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27. The Gospel reading is from Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23. Masses To receive a copy of the weekly parish bulletin, sign up at https:// ebulletin.jspaluch.com