By Norma Ballinger LW contributor Rejoice in the Lord always! We hear that phrase often and it tells us that no matter what is going on, we can rejoice in our relationship with God. This is the secret of being content in all circumstances. So many people dream of the day when they will finally be happy; when they are out of debt; when their children and grandchildren are out of trouble and so

Beit HaLev is conducting services on Zoom. Anyone interested in joining the Beit HaLev Zoom community for services and Hebrew lessons, contact the rabbi at (562) 715-0888 for access and instructions on how to use Zoom. Beit HaLev is continuing to livestream on Facebook and YouTube as well. To attend, go to Rabbi Galit Shirah’s website at galityomtov. com, Facebook.com/galityomtov or YouTube.com

By Lisa Rotchford LW contributor Redeemer’s “Pick up Your Spirits, with Prayer and Communion” continues every Sunday in September in the front and northeast side of the church (13564 Saint Andrew’s Drive) from 9:30–11 a.m. The musicians will play the organ with the church windows open so everyone outside the sanctuary can hear some favorite hymns. Check the outside message board for

Pastor By Bruce Humes “Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ”(1 Peter 1:13). The apostle Peter is writing to those early church Christians of the dispersion. In verse 1 he calls them the pilgrims of the dispersion, meaning sojourner. They were temporary residents in a foreign

Faith Christian Assembly is excited to announce that its Grief Share will begin meeting again on Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. Grief-Share is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences and is designed to help you go from sadness to finding your joy. Rupert and Addie Penner host this ministry in FCA’s garden room on Sept. 18 at 2 p.m.

Holy Family Catholic Church, 13900 Church Place next to the St. Andrews Gate, will observe The 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time on Sunday, Sept. 13. The First Reading is Sirach 27:30-28:7 and the Second Reading is Romans 14:7-9. The Gospel reading will be from Matthew 18:21-35. The Alleluia is “I give you a new commandment, says the Lord: love one another as I have loved you.” Masses The

FIRST CHRISTIAN By Bruce Humes Pastor In Matthew 11:28 Jesus says, “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” So what does it mean when Jesus says “Come to me?” Pretty simple word, for the most part it means “to be brought toward,” but scripturally it means much more. In John 6:35 Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. He who comes

Rabbi Eric Dangott will stream Friday night services at 6:30 on Aug. 21 on The Congregation Sholom of Leisure World Facebook page. To join, select the “Rooms” tab, then click on “Jewish Activities” and “Join to Restart.” Rabbi Dangott will also be on Facebook for the Saturday morning services at 9:30 on Aug. 22. Congregation Sholom and Sandy Geffner will host a special game afternoon

By Norma Ballinger LW contributor Do you feel anxious these days and wonder if you are losing control of your life? There is really only one answer: we are not in control of our life circumstances, but we can relax and trust in God’s control when we turn everything over to him. Instead of striving for a predictable, safe lifestyle, seek to know God in greater depth and breadth. He longs to make

By Jim Greer LW contributor The worldwide pandemic has impacted our lives, whether we have become infected by the virus or not. And, one of those spiritual impacts is the closure of LDS temples throughout the world. In many addresses, articles, and videos, church leaders reiterate that temples have been closed as a commitment by the church to be good global citizens and slow down the virus’s