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Prayer: Christian’s fuelby Larry DaiLy

How many of us would set out on a trip in our cars with little or no fuel? We wouldn’t. We know if we want to get somewhere we need to have fuel in our vehicles. It’s a no brainier.

Or, would you get on an airplane if you knew there wasn’t enough fuel to get you to your destination? Of course not.

Yet, as Christians, we often start the day without fuel. By that I mean prayer. I believe prayer is the Christian’s fuel. I believe it is what helps us make it through the day, helps us to make sense of things and helps us to move through

our everyday circumstances. Without prayer, without that fuel, we are running on empty, going through the motions, just getting by. God desires so much more for us, and he is waiting to hear from us.

To illustrate it another way, take a cruise ship. It is like a small community. Lots of activities take place, and all kinds of services are available: restaurants, shops, barbers, salons and even a bank may be on board. There are people going to work every day – the crew. And there are others – the passengers, who are there to enjoy

the community with all of its services. However, the ship does not have to leave the port for any of those things to happen. It can just sit there and the people can go through the motions. It takes fuel for the ship to move, to go to its next destination. It is the fuel driving the ship that enables it to go from one place to another.

That’s how it is with prayer; it enables us to move through life with and for God. In order for us to properly take care of ourselves as we minister to others, we must allow God, through prayer, to help us not run out of fuel.

Larry Daily is the Support and Recovery Ministries pastor for Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S Alma School Rd., Chandler. Info: 480.963.3997, chandlercc.org.

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Grand opening at One Church

Weekly worship services begin at the One Church, a new nondenominational church in Chandler, at its grand opening 10 a.m. Sun., March 10 at Hancock Elementary School, 2425 S. Pleasant Dr.

“We really are open to people’s questions and doubts about faith,” says Pastor Ryan Gear, who cites a recent Pew Research Center survey listing people who claim no religious affiliation as the fastest growing religious group in the country. “One Church is different from the kind of church many people have experienced.”

“A growing number of Americans have no use for Christianity,” he says. “They are turned off by Christians in the media who seem too unlike Christ, and they have too many unanswered questions. At One Church, we respect where people are in their spiritual journey, and we allow them to be honest about it.”

For more information, call 480-686-0395, email ryan.gear@onechurch.com or visit onechurch.com.

56 March 2 – 15, 2013 www.SanTanSun.comSpiritualityClothing modeled at women’s luncheon

“Spring in Hawaii” is the theme for the Risen Savior Women’s Group Luncheon, hosted by the Lutheran Women Missionary League at noon Sat., March 16 in the church’s Fellowship Hall.

Members will model clothing from What Women Want, alongside musical entertainment.

Volunteers are needed to host and decorate tables for eight. If interested, call Karen Mahoney at 480-833-4400 by March 3.

All tickets are $15 and can be pur-chased from Carol Devereau at 480-510-2456. For more about Risen Savior, visit rslcs.org.

Church helps couples ‘Re|Engage’ All Chandler-area

married couples are welcome to take part in Re|Engage, a comprehensive, Bible-based marital ministry program offered at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler.

Re|Engage teaches married couples the principles of healthy relationships and how to apply scripture in practical ways to improve their marital lives. The program is modeled after the nationally recognized Celebrate Recovery program, with a large group time of worship, teaching and testimonies in the first half of the evening. Attendees then proceed to small groups where they learn detailed lessons and ways to apply them to their daily married lives.

Participants can begin the class on

any Wednesday and try the class with no initial charge or obligation. Cost for the full program is $50. Limited child care for kids in sixth grade or younger is provided at no charge.

Preregistration is advised, especially for those with child care needs. Couples can register and learn more at chandlermarriage.org.

Help feed starving infants, children A hands-on service project to feed

tens of thousands in Haiti and Cambodia, where starvation and malnutrition are rampant, is planned by Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S Alma School Rd., Chandler.

Volunteers of all ages are asked to participate April 30 through May 4. Day and evening shifts are available. Approximately 300 meals can be packaged in two hours per participant.

The food being packaged is specially formulated, fast-cooking, rice-based combination of vitamins, soy, dehydrated vegetables and other nutrients that

provide about 75% of a child’s daily requirement for a healthy diet in one serving.

Approximately 70% of Haiti’s population is undernourished to some degree, with infants and children suffering the most. Cambodia is among 36 countries with the highest burden of child under-nutrition.

Lifeline Christian Ministries is partnering with the church for the project, which benefits orphans and families impacted by famine. Sign up at chandlercc.org/project285-2013.

SMART way to pursue recovery Tools for addiction recovery are

offered 7 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at Valley Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 6400 W. Del Rio St., Chandler, in Room 2 in the buildings on the west side of the parking lot.

Based on the latest scientific research, SMART Recovery is a leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group that helps people with issues related to addictive substances or behaviors who may not see traditional

12-Step programs as an answer.The meetings last about 90 minutes

and address addictive substances, such as drugs and alcohol, and behaviors, such as gambling, eating disorders, sex, etc.

Friday meetings focus on recovery and tools and techniques. Saturday meetings target food and eating-related issues and disorders.

For information, contact cmd.smart@gmail.com, or go to smartinphoenix.org or smartrecovery.org.

Learn to control financial success Practical tools to gain control of

finances and set up long-term financial success are offered to families and individuals 6:30 p.m., Tue., March 12 at One Church, 3114 E. Winged Foot Dr., Chandler. Dave Ramsey teaches a different lesson on DVD each week for nine weeks, followed by a group discussion.

“We make learning about money fun and easy to understand so people in every situation can benefit from the information,” says Ramsey, author of four New York Times best-selling books: “Financial Peace,” “More Than Enough,” “The Total Money Makeover” and “EntreLeadership.” “This isn’t a boring financial class.”

Topics include budgeting, relationships

and money, getting out of debt, saving for emergencies and investing. Lessons include guest speakers Rachel Cruze, speaker and daughter of Ramsey; Jon Acuff, author of Wall Street Journal best-seller “Quitter” and popular blog “Stuff Christians Like;” and Chris Hogan, counselor and speaker for the Dave Ramsey organization.

After purchasing a membership, participants receive a workbook, Ramsey’s “Complete Guide to Money,” an envelope system and an audio CD library. Participants also have access to budgeting forms and an MP3 of all the lessons.

To register, call Ryan Gear at 480-686-0395 or visit daveramsey.com.

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Tour, lunch, walk for ShalomA docent-guided tour of the new

Chandler City Hall complex will start a Tue., March 19 fundraiser for the Shalom Chapter of Hadassah, when participants gather in the lobby at 10:45 a.m. for the tour at 11 a.m.

Later, lunch will be offered at the

Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, 1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler, followed by a walking tour of downtown Chandler.

The cost is $6, with priority for the limited attendance tour given to Shalom members. For information, call Diane at 480-895-6917 or Judy at 480-802-4944.

Sisterhood lands renowned author Prize-winning author Marcia Fine

is guest speaker for the 1 p.m. Thu., March 21 meeting of the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood in the Chapel Center in Sun Lakes. A Scottsdale resident, her books cover a wide range of topics from serious, semi-autobiographical novels to hysterical, laugh-out-loud stories.

Toys for kindergartnersThe ongoing “Toys from the Heart”

Program, which provides holiday gifts to the kindergarten classes at Frye Elementary School every year, continues to need funding. Last year the Sisterhood was able to distribute toys to more than 100 children.

Donations for toys can be made by sending a check in any amount made out to SLJC Sisterhood to 3495 E. County Down Dr., Chandler, AZ 85249. Write “toys” on the memo line.

Other Sisterhood newsNote cards are also for sale at all

Sisterhood meetings for $10 for a packet of 10. Cards can be ordered by mail by sending a check, made out to SLJC Sisterhood, to 6400 S. Granite Dr., Chandler, AZ 85249.

For more information, call Marilyn at 480-940-1916.

Comments and suggestions are welcomed by the co-presidents. Call Carol at 480-895-3168 or Geri at 480-305-0123.

Sing, dance at temple showListen to classic country hits when

George Clay, Shirley Howells and Ro Moreci perform 3 to 6 p.m. Sat., March 23 in the Arizona Room of Sun Lakes Country Club, Phase 1. The dance floor will be open for the event, sponsored by Temple Havurat Emet.

Tickets available from10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

in the Arizona Room on Mondays and Fridays in March, and noon to 2 p.m. at Ace Hardware on Tuesdays in March for $15 per person.

To have tickets delivered to a Sun Lakes residence or for more details, call 480-588-1844.

Snowgurt sales benefit EVJCCEnjoy a cool treat at Snowgurt Frozen Yogurt between 1 and 10 p.m.

Wed., March 6 and 20% of the sales goes to the Early Childhood Learning Center at the East Valley JCC in Chandler. Customers must mention the East Valley JCC or have a flyer for the sale to benefit the school.

“After the tragedy that occurred at the Center in December with the flood that destroyed over 50% of the ECLC, we really wanted to find a way to support them in their efforts as they rebuild,” says Gilbert Snowgurt co-owner Pam Howerton. “By donating a percentage of the sales to their scholarship fund, it allows the ECLC to continue to provide a nurturing and caring environment for children.”

Snowgurt is at 4844 S. Val Vista Dr., Suite A104, Gilbert. The East Valley JCC is at 908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler.

To receive a flyer, contact Assistant ECE Director Pam Morris at 480-897-0588 or pam@evjcc.org.

The big D6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysThis program is designed to encourage and empower teens to deal with their feelings and the challenges raised during the divorce or separation of their parents.Holy Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.com

Celebrate recovery 6-8:30 p.m. WednesdaysJoin 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 childcare for children ages 12 and younger.CrossRoads Nazarene Church, Ministry Center Rooms 101-1032950 W. Ray Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-722-0700, crnaz.com

Celebrate recovery 6 p.m. FridaysFor those with chemical dependencies or other issues. Dinner followed by meetings at 7 p.m. Dinner: $3 adult, $1 child. Free childcare for children ages 12 and younger.Chandler Christian Church, Room B2001825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-3997, chandlercc.org

Christian business Networking, Tri-City Chapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa 7:15 a.m. TuesdaysOffers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.Crackers & Co. Café535 W. Iron Ave., MesaInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com

Christian business Networking, Chandler bi-Monthly Chapter 7:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of the monthOffers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.Chandler Christian Church, Room B2021825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com

Christian business Networking, East Valley Chapter 7:30 a.m. WednesdaysOffers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.Mission Church Seminar Room4450 E. Elliot Rd., GilbertInfo: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com

DivorceCare for adults6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysHoly Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.com

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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL .........9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

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DivorceCare for Kids6:30-8:30 p.m. SundaysHoly Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.com

East Valley JCC Parent & Child Playgroup9:30-10:30 a.m. FridaysPlaygroup for parents with children ages 12 months to 2-1/2 years old.East Valley JCC908 N. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Emily Malin, 480-897-0588, maline@evjcc.org

East Valley Jewish Couples ClubOffers once-a-month social activities such as dining, movies, plays, etc. for Jewish couples in the 45- to 65-year-old age range. Info: Melissa, 480-785-0744, beadlover@cox.net

Forever Marriage Ministries, Wives Standing for Marriage restoration Support Group 7-8:30 p.m. MondaysSupport group of wives committed to marriage no matter the circumstances, offering hope, encouragement, biblical truths, fellowship and prayers, to stand together for the restoration of marriage.Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant, Private Patio Room959 N. Val Vista Rd., GilbertInfo: Lisa 602-377-8847, Marriage@lisacmyers.com, lisacmyers.com

Forever Marriage Ministries, God Honoring Wives Support Group 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays

Support group of women who believe in the sanctity of marriage, offering teachings, sharing, fellowship and prayers.Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant, Private Patio Room959 N. Val Vista Rd., GilbertInfo: Lisa 602-377-8847, Marriage@lisacmyers.com, lisacmyers.com

GriefShare6:30-8:30 p.m. TuesdaysA seminar / support group geared toward adults who have suffered the loss of a loved one.Holy Trinity Lutheran Church739 W. Erie St., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-4127, htlutheran.com

Hearing God’s Voice 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sundays through March 10For ages from junior high to adult. Childcare available. No charge.Trinity Christian Fellowship50 S. McQueen Rd., ChandlerInfo: 480-963-7698, tcfchandler.org

H.O.P.E. – Help Overcoming Painful Experiences7 p.m. TuesdaysFree weekly small-group sessions helping people overcome emotional pain caused by divorce, grief, addictions and more; free childcare for children ages 10 and younger.Desert Springs Church, Room 10619620 S. McQueen Rd., ChandlerInfo: hope4all@comcast.net, helpovercomingpainfulexperiences.org

Jewish Women international, avodah Chapter 1581Monthly luncheonIguana Mack’s

1371 N. Alma School Rd., ChandlerRSVP: 480-802-9304, 480-655-8812

JumpStart11:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. SaturdaysJumpStart is a sidewalk Sunday school community outreach program serving “some of the poorest neighborhoods” in Chandler, offering snacks, games and teachings about Jesus to area children.Participants meet at Faith Family Church11530 E. Queen Creek Rd., ChandlerInfo: Joanne Sweeney, 480-539-8933

Kid’s Sunday School10-11 a.m. SundaysUnity of Chandler325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: 480-792-1800, unityofchandler.org

Lift your Spirit10 a.m. SundaysHear inspirational messages and music.Unity of Chandler325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: 480-792-1800, unityofchandler.org

Moms in Prayer internationalA group of mothers who meet one hour each week to intercede for their children and schools through prayer.Info: Liane Wright, 480-699-7887, www.momsinprayer.org

Monthly Women’s Fellowship6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of each monthThe monthly fellowship Bible study of the East Valley Chapter of Christian Women’s Devotional Alliance “ministers to women’s spiritual, emotional and physical needs.”Best Western-Mezona250 W. Main St., MesaInfo: 480-232-3773

National alliance for the Mentally ill (NaMi) – Chandler Chapter10 a.m.-noon first and third Wednesday of each monthFaith-based “Caring Connection” for those who have loved ones with a mental illness, i.e., schizophrenia, depression, bipolar or anxiety disorder. Find support and share experiences with others.Risen Savior Lutheran Church23914 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo: Joan, 480-883-8871

revive, rebuild and re-Engage9:45 a.m. SundaysClass helps struggling couples to cope with marital issues and build their relationships with Christ.Chandler Christian Church1825 S. Alma School Rd., ChandlerInfo and registration: chandlercc.org

rosary Prayer3 p.m. second Friday of each monthSt. Steven’s Catholic Church24827 S. Dobson Rd., Sun LakesInfo: 480-895-9266

Spiritual Chat 7-8 p.m. second Thursday of each monthSpiritual topics such as awareness, lucid dreaming, near-death experiences, out-of-body experiences, past lives, living gracefully, reincarnation, karma and divine guidance are discussed during Arizona Satsang Society’s Spiritual Chat sessions. Unity Church of Divine Love325 N. Austin Dr., Suite 4, ChandlerInfo: vizzit@hotmail.com, 877-300-4949

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