In “Romeo and Juliet,” William Shakespeare asks, “What’s in a name?” He goes on to say “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” But believers know that names are important, not to be given without great consideration. Children are named carefully and thoughtfully, so as not to link them with wicked or unpleasant people or events. Would the scent of a rose truly be perceived

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healing. A Christmas-themed hymn sign will be held on Sunday at 6 p.m., in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. All Leisure World residents and friends are welcome to enjoy fellowship with cookies and coffee following the hymn sing. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. This week is session 4 of the series “Kingdom Heroes,” by Tony Evans, which is a study highlighting the

Pot Luck was the big winner in the Monday-night Pool League, winning 11-2 over Hot Stix on Dec. 6. Paul Snellenberger of Pot Luck won six of seven matches, while teammates Barry Chittem and Dennis Bedford each won five. Break ’em and Make ’em edged out Ace in the Hole 7-6. Steve Edrich won four games for Make ’em and Break ’em. The team 4-20 took the Favorites by a 7-6 margin. Glen

Christmas Day. Thank you for the support you have shown to our precious faith community. You have been more than generous during these hard times. May God pour abundant blessings upon you and all your loved ones. In the Christ Child and Our Blessed Mother, Rev. Joseph Son Nguyen and retired priests Rev. Juan Caboboy and Rev. Jim Hartnett Christmas Schedule Friday, Dec. 24: Children’s Choir

Taking first place in cribbage on Dec. 7 was Marie McGuire, with a score of 841 of a possible 847. Second place went to Kent Davidson with 828, and Howard Bleakley came in third with 823. Placing fourth with a score of 817 was Irvene Bernstein. With the help of Margaret Smith, Marcy Locy served apple pie topped with whipped cream to all 48 players. Cribbage Club meets each Tuesday in Clubhouse 1;

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