The Rev. Gwyn Vaughn, pastor of Faith Christian Assembly, has written a new book titled, “People Who Have Made an Impact.” Faith Christian Assembly invites Leisure World to a special book signing on Sunday, Dec. 6, at 5:30 p.m. This book chronicles several people whose lives made an impact on others. These are people who the Rev. Vaughn pastored in his ministry. This book is sure to be an encouragement

Rabbi Galit Shirah and Beit HaLev invite all to join the “Coffee Chavurah” social hour before services on Fridays. Services will start at 6 p.m. and on Saturday morning at 10:30, with the “Coffee Chavurah” to follow. For security purposes, call or email Rabbi Galit Shirah to let her know you want to attend. To join the Zoom meeting, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9 152434704?pwd=THJGTE1OUX

COMMUNITY CHURCH By Johan Dodge Reverend There was a joke running around the last two weeks: “bring up politics at Thanksgiving to reduce your Christmas shopping.” First, I hope we all stayed safely distanced over Thanksgiving, as difficult as that might have been. But perhaps more important, that we are able to find peace amid the divergent viewpoints within our families. This week,

MENTAL HEALTH For some, the holiday season is, as the song goes, the most wonderful time of the year. But for others, it’s a season of anxiety and depression. And that may be particularly true this year. These free online classes aim to help get you through to 2021. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about the holidays and maybe life itself, podcast host and mindset coach Lynn Owens teaches