contemporary songs of worship, led by Gregory Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment. Midweek Studies Melli Herrera leads a Women’s Bible Study on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pastor Humes leads a Thursday Bible Study from 10:30-11:30 a.m. He also leads a Friday Prayer and Bible Study from 4-5 p.m. All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend the above services and Bible studies.

1 John 2:15-17 contrasts following one’s own cravings and doing what pleases God. The old phrase, “seeking worldly pleasure,” is still relevant. Distraction can easily defeat one’s best intentions, thus an immediate satisfaction is more often preferred over delayed return, even when the outcome is better. This Scripture clearly promises that those who seek to please God above their own desires

Everyone is invited to the Holy Family Catholic Church’s daily masses at 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturdays, and 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon on Sundays. The church is located next to St. Andrews Gate. It continues its heartfelt prayers to neighbors and friends affected by Los Angeles fires and expresses the deepest gratitude for the first responders and their courage and dedication. To learn