Marilyn Anthony On December 6 the Jewish Friendship Group partnered with Saddlebrooke Outreach in displaying holiday items. People visited the home of Sy Efron to learn about the background and traditions of Chanukah and enjoy the holiday food. With menorahs and latkes galore the afternoon was a great success. The Chanukah Dinner took place on…
Category: Religion
Religion, December 2015
The Tapestry of Scripture
Terry Barringer Have you ever jumped to the closing chapter of a book to see how it ends? The same temptation to skip the Old Testament to get to the New robs us of the depth and richness of the story and of our faith. Since many theological truths we hold so dear hinge on…
Religion, December 2015
News from the Institute
The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies announces that Shabbat services will be held on Friday evening, December 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the West Ballroom of the Mountain View Country Club. The service is led by Rabbi Sanford Seltzer and Cantorial Soloist Sarah Boltt, accompanied by Carolyn Cochran. Please mark your calendar for Shabbat…
Religion, December 2015
An intimate adventure
Terry Barringer The Women’s Ministry of the Community Church of SaddleBrooke invite you to go along with them on an intimate adventure at the famous Tubac Resort and Spa located on the 500 acre Otero Ranch in the scenic Santa Cruz River Valley. For three days, April 11-April 13, you will be taken on an…
Religion, December 2015
Community Church at SaddleBrooke
Surviving the holidays Pat Huska The GriefShare Ministry of Community Church at SaddleBrooke (CCSB) held a special “Surviving the Holidays” Educational and Support Meeting for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Loss is always difficult, but during the holidays it can seem crushing. Holidays can create fresh memories of our loss…
Religion, December 2015
Bible 101
Terry Barringer “Why 101?” Most of us are familiar with this terminology representing an introductory course – one without prerequisites. As a result, this compelling introduction to the Bible has become one of the most requested studies offered by CCSB. Since becoming a part of the study curriculum a couple of years ago, women at…
Religion, December 2015
Reformation Sunday at local church
Nan Nasser On Sunday, October 25, Reformation Sunday was celebrated at Mountain Shadows Presbyterian Church by including the dedication of an accessibility ramp, welcoming new members and celebrating the 18th birthday of MSPC. Recently the Session of MSPC authorized the construction of a ramp to the chancel to allow improved access to the pulpit and…
Religion, December 2015
Men’s Bible Study planned
Paul Vincent Volpe Would you like to study the Bible, interact and enjoy Christian fellowship with other men? If so, join our group, the Men’s Bible Study (MBS), here in SaddleBrooke. Our MBS commenced on October 2 and continues every Friday from 9:00-10:30 a.m. through June. Our practice is to meet at 8:00 a.m. in…