Romans 8 says “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” Redeemer Lutheran Church will continue this theme with a message titled “God Above, Beside and Within Us” on Sunday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary at 13564 St. Andrews Drive, across from the Administration. Dee Sessa and Teresa Smith are this week’s

Congregation Sholom will hold a potluck dinner prior to services on Friday evening, July 28, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, at 5:15 p.m. A sign up sheet has been sent to members. Services conducted by Rabbi Mike Mymon will begin following the dinner at 6:30 p.m. and will also be available on Zoom. Rabbi Mymon will also lead the hybrid service on Saturday, July 29, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, and via Zoom 10

Service/Gathering Times: The service is Sunday morning at 10:30 in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The Wednesday Bible study is at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The Hymn Sing is on the fourth Sunday of the month at 6 p.m. This week’s sermon: God sees through humans’ insecurities to the heart and soul of each individual. He has created every person with strength, ability and purpose. Michael Bogdan

Meetings for the Atherton Ward are held at 6500 E. Atherton St., in Long Beach. The sacrament service is held every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., followed in the second hour by Sunday School on the first and third Sundays, Relief Society and Elders Quorum on the second and fourth Sundays. Primary classes for children are held every Sunday during the second hour. Members who are unable to attend Sacrament services

The Bible links Christians’ suffering to their future glory as God’s children, like their savior Jesus, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. LW Baptist’s service on Sunday, July 30, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 4 will celebrate the eternal blessings that God rewards his children for their faith. For more

Buddha Circle will meet on Saturday, Aug. 5, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, with Ven. Kusala from 9:30-11 a.m. Ven. Kusala is well known in the Buddhist community. He presents Buddhism in simple ways and teaches people how to suffer less and become happier. Buddha Circle is an interaction-based group, and those who attend are encouraged to ask questions. Donations are welcome and will support Ven. Kusala

The Leisure World Chorale is one of the oldest performance clubs in Leisure World. Over the years, there have been numerous changes and several dedicated, talented directors and accompanists. Currently, Galit Levy-Slater is the director and co-president along with Connie Young. Summer is not always the easiest time to recruit new members; people are on vacation, trying to stay cool, don’t