Upcoming Events at Advent

Gentle Fitness Exercise Class
Tuesdays & Thursdays will not be meeting 2/13-2/19
11:00 am
Paine Hall
On Your Feet is an exercise class catering to members of all ages and abilities. Instructor Tammy Wolfe will lead this class on Tuesday mornings in Paine hall, using controlled movements to regain flexibility, balance, and strength. Tammy invites everyone to join her for an hour of inspired movement.
Please call the office at 623.584.0350 to sign up. The cost is $3 per person per class.

Choose to Lose
Wednesdays will not be meeting from 2/6-2/19
8:30 am
Dibbs Hall
There is no cost.

Choir Practice
Choir Room
Eldon would love to have new people join this talented and dedicated group of Advent members. A choir is made up of many voices, including yours and mine. Choir members help the congregation participate in song because they can clearly hear the melody. Join us for practice on Sunday.

Beginners Ballroom Dancing
Thursdays, beginning January 19
5:00 pm
Paine Hall
Cost is $5 per person per class. Bring your friends and enjoy the fun!

The Faith-Seeking Journey
Sunday, January 29 at 11:45 am (meets every Sunday)
Paine Hall
Presented by Raph Martin and Judy Huffman
These meetings are for all inquirers into the life of faith. They are also for anyone who wishes to be baptized, desires to be confirmed, or received into The Episcopal Church.

Mystery, Mystics, Mysticism
Wednesday, February 1, 8, 15
10:00 am
Dibbs Hall
A few months ago parishioners expressed an interest in studying about Mysticism – a religious or spiritual experience becoming one with God.
For more information, contact Raph Martin at

West Valley Singers
Sunday, February 5
2:00 pm
Sanctuary
The Chorale features talented singers, most with vocal training and choral experience. All share a love of music and a delight in being a part of the musical instrument that is a well-tuned chorus.

2023 Rummage Sale Intake

Holistic Health Matters Group
Thursday, February 9
2:00 pm
Advent Conference Room
The class is open to the public and includes guest speakers.

Sunday Potluck
Sunday, February 12
11:15 am following 10:00 am service
Paine Hall
Last Names A-G: Appetizer / Egg Dish
Last Names H-M: Salad / Fruit
Last Names N-S: Main Dish
Last Names T-Z: Dessert

NW Valley Near-Death Experience Support Group
Sunday, February 12, March 9
2:00 pm
Paine Hall
The Rev. Lee Witting, host of the Livestream NDE Radio podcast, will be the featured guest to kick off the Spring series of NW Valley IANDS meetings, a local support group affiliated with the International Association of Near-Death Studies, of Raleigh, NC.

Walking the Mourner’s Path
Mondays, starting February 13
10:00 am - for women
2:00 pm - for men
Advent Conference Room
Walking The Mourners Path returns to Advent - Dates have been set for the next session of Advent’s acclaimed Bereavement Ministry program, Walking The Mourner’s Path. An eight-week series of workshops, Walking The Mourner’s Path, has been designed to give persons the space and the tools to heal from grief over the death of a loved one. The next eight-week session will begin on Monday, February 13 at 10:00 am for women and 2:00 pm for men, and goes for approximately 90 minutes; it meets each week on Monday and concludes on Monday, April 3.
The workshop sessions are limited to a maximum of ten participants, plus facilitators, so be sure to sign up early. The cost for each participant is $40 to enroll which includes the workshop booklet and other materials. For more information contact Canon Timothy Dombek in the church office or Sharon Mather; you can find her contact information in your parish directory. Call Advent parish office at (623) 584-0350 to enroll, or for more information.

Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Tuesday, February 14
8:30 am
Paine Hall and via Zoom
All men of Advent are welcome.

2023 Rummage Sale
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
8:00 am - 12:00 noon

Opening the Prayer Book Class
Sundays, starting February 19
9:05 am - 9:45 am
Paine Hall
Taught by Canon Timothy, the class will explore the Book of Common Prayer and its contents. Participants will learn of its history, its ongoing development, and understand how to use it in personal and corporate worship.
Sign up for the class by contacting the Advent Office at 623-584-0350.

Men’s Club Social Breakfast
Tuesday, February 21
9:00 am
Marketplace at Grandview Terrace
This public restaurant is located at Grandview Terrace behind Del Webb Hospital, 14515 W Granite Valley Drive, Sun City West.

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
Tuesday, February 21
5:00 pm
Paine Hall
Cost is $10 per person. Please sign up by February 19 at the office or after Sunday services.

Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, February 22
Noon and 4:00 pm Services
Sanctuary
The ashes are a sign of our mortality and penitence.

Soup & Supper Lenten Program
Wednesdays in Lent, starting February 22
5:15 pm
Paine Hall
Lent is a solemn reminder of the need for reconciliation with God and a time to reflect on the preparation for life’s passing.

Spiritual Gifts Workshop
Saturday, February 25
8:30 am
Paine Hall
Lunch is included. Free will donation accepted.
All Advent members are invited to participate. Sign up by 1 pm on Thursday, February 23 by calling the office or stopping by and signing up.

Pizza and Bingo Night
Tuesday, February 28
4:30 pm
Paine Hall