Fear is a paralyzing emotion, whether it is real or imagined. When the world seems out of control, fear can insidiously invade people’s thoughts and create havoc. Bible-believing and rooted disciples of Jesus have no reason to fear. They might be vigilant and aware, putting on the full armor of God daily, but not fearful. The God who has never failed will not fail now. Pastor Chuck Franco will preach

First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word the Holy Bible, verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join in worship and explore God’s word together, “that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine,” Romans 1:12. Sunday services are from 9:30-10:45 a.m. and feature traditional hymnal music led by Janet Ray

On Sunday, Oct. 12, LW Baptist Pastor Rolland Coburn will preach a sermon titled “Why is Giving More Blessed than Receiving?” The short answer is that giving is more blessed because of the nature of faith. Faith is a relational way of knowing and understanding. The Bible tells believers that faith is essential to and defines a favorable personal relationship with God. Faith sows the seeds,

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. 22 winners (nine tables): North/South: Beth Matheny and Bud Parish (64%),

In the fourth week of the Monday pool league, also known as the American league, The Burners beat The Renegades 10-3. This win moved The Burners into a first place tie with RDS, with each team having a record of 29 wins and 23 losses. Jennifer Spindler led The Burners with six wins, losing only a nine ball doubles match. The Burners had a big night in singles, winning all six games. RDS edged the