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Spirituality
March 1 – 14, 2014
Chandler church on the go Chandler Christian Church continues a busy spring season with a fundraising Life Walk, classes and more. The two-mile Life Walk, raising money for the Pregnancy Care Center of Chandler, will be held Saturday, March 1, at the church, 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. followed by the walk at 9 a.m. Pledge forms can be found online at www. chandlercc.org. Learn more about how to share Christ with family, friends and others at
Unleashed Equipping U at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 2. Child care is available. Candy is needed for the church’s upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 13. The outreach event brings in more than 500 children and their families. Donations of individually wrapped candy that can fit in a plastic egg are welcome and should be placed in the designated bins in the lobby. Visit www.chandlercc.org or call (480) 963-3997 for more information.
Advance directive workshop set for VUU A workshop giving guidance on how to document wishes for end-of-life decisions is open to the public at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at Valley Unitarian Universalist Congregation (VUU), 6400 W. Del Rio St., Chandler. Hospice of the Valley presents the workshop, which discusses the importance of having a plan and exploring the sharing of personal beliefs and values with family members, friends and doctors. Other provider information
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will be available from organizations including the Funeral Consumers Alliance, the Alzheimer’s Association and the Donor Network of Arizona. VUU provides a welcoming diverse community that nurtures each person’s lifelong spiritual journey, creates a place of peace and celebration and strives for social justice and sustainable living. For more information, email PastoralCare@ vuu.org, call (480) 899-4249 or visit www.vuu.org.
Egg hunt, Easter service at Chandler park An egg hunt for children of all ages and a special, contemporary Easter service will be held by Hope Covenant Church Sunday, April 20, at Tumbleweed Park, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. An egg hunt and continental breakfast begin at 9 a.m., followed by the service at 10 a.m. A children’s program will also be held during the service. To learn more, visit www. hopechurchchandler.com or call (480) 899-7255.
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Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly support group or meeting you would like listed in Spiritual Connections, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com. Bible study Meets twice a month Members of the Women’s Life group study the Bible and discuss how the lessons can relate to their lives. Sun Lakes United Church Of Christ in Chandler Info: Jan Olson at (480) 802-7457 or Joy King (480) 588-1882 Celebrate Recovery 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Join in fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 steps and Eight Recovery Principles. The group addresses all types of habits, hurts and hang-ups. Dinner at 6 p.m. followed by meetings at 6:30 p.m. Free child care for children ages 12 and younger. CrossRoads Nazarene Church, Ministry Center Rooms 101-103 2950 W. Ray Rd., Chandler Info: (480) 722-0700, www.crnaz.com Celebrate Recovery 6 p.m. Fridays For those with chemical dependencies or other issues. Dinner followed by meetings at 7 p.m. Dinner: $3 adult, $1 child. Free child care for children ages 12 and younger. Chandler Christian Church, Room B200 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: (480) 963-3997, www.chandlercc. org Chandler Yoga for Food 6 p.m. Tuesdays All faiths, backgrounds, ages, and skill levels welcome. Yoga and stretching hosted by the Rev. Dr. Kristin Longenecker from Jacob’s Well United Methodist Church and led via Skype by Yogi Sheila Lively from www.StepLivelyNowllc.com. Guests should bring mat and water and wear comfortable clothes. Admission: $3 or three cans or boxes of food to be donated to the Food Bank at Chandler Christian Community Center. No previous yoga experience necessary. Accompanying children can use Xtreme Air during yoga session for $5. Xtreme Air Jump ‘N Skate
910 E. Pecos Rd., Chandler Info: kristin@jacobswellumc.org Christian Business Networking, TriCity Chapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Crackers and Co. Café 535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com Christian Business Networking, Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter 7:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of the month Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Chandler Christian Church, Room B202 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com Christian Business Networking, East Valley Chapter 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Mission Church Seminar Room 4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www. christianbusinessnetworking.com East Valley JCC Parent & Child Playgroup 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Fridays Playgroup for parents with children ages 12 months to 2-1/2 years old. East Valley JCC 908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Emily Malin, (480) 897-0588, maline@evjcc.org East Valley Jewish Couples Club Offers once-a-month social activities such as dining, movies, plays, etc. for Jewish couples in the 45- to 65-yearold age range. Info: Melissa, (480) 785-0744, beadlover@cox.net
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