Upcoming Events at Advent
Loss & Grief Support Class
Friday, October 11
10:00 am
Paine Hall
The gathering is a safe place for friendly conversation where the members are free to cry or laugh or just listen. Coffee and iced tea will be provided.
If you have any questions, contact Deacon Debbie at 208-409-3517.
10:00 am
Paine Hall
Deacon Debbie is facilitating a grief support group, a weekly casual get-together primarily for widows, but all are welcome.
The gathering is a safe place for friendly conversation where the members are free to cry or laugh or just listen. Coffee and iced tea will be provided.
If you have any questions, contact Deacon Debbie at 208-409-3517.
Faith Seeking Journey
Sunday, October 13
9:00 am (between services)
East Room (Library) of Paine Hall
This weekly, step-by-step process leads to deeper faith and life transformation in preparation for more active membership and understanding our Christian faith at Advent Episcopal Church.
The program’s purpose is to make disciples of all who seek God or a deeper knowledge of Him. Program texts are $25. Contact Judy Huffman for more information.
Click here to sign up now.
Celebrate Canon Geoffrey Dibbs
Sunday, October 13
10:00 am Service / Reception following
Advent Sanctuary / Paine Hall
Everyone is invited to celebrate Canon Geoffrey Dibbs 100th Birthday. Join us at the 10 am service; Canon Dibbs will present the sermon.
Following the service will be a reception in Paine Hall to celebrate this significant birthday. Be sure to join us!
Canon Dibbs served as Associate Rector for Pastoral Care for 22 years at Advent, including regular participation in worship services and preaching.
Dan Reed & Nicole
Sunday, October 13
1:00 pm
Sanctuary
Enjoy Dan Reed and his amazing trumpet and Nicole on piano for an upbeat concert of traditional Jazz and other classic musical styles.
Join us for an amazing FREE concert.
Free will offerings are accepted.
Click here to sign up now.
Advent Social Breakfast
Tuesday, October 15
9:00 am
Grandview Terrace
Everyone is invited to this breakfast sponsored by the Advent Men’s Club and the ACW (Advent Church Women). We will be discussing upcoming events. It’s all about food, fun, and fellowship.
The Social Breakfast will be held at Grandview Terrace at 9:00 am. The address is 14515 W Granite Valley Drive, Sun City West 85375. Grandview Terrace is next to Banner Del Webb Hospital.
See y’all there!
Epistle to the Hebrews Study
Wednesday, October 16
Week 6 of the 6-week study
10:00 am - 12 noon
Dibbs Hall
Come, be inspired by the uniqueness of the Word of God, Christ's love and power in the guidance of His Church today. You will be changed by this Letter to "today's Hebrews."
See more details here.
Notes will be provided. Bring your New Testament and whatever sips and snacks will keep you energized during these 2 hours of grace!
ACW Fall Luncheon
Wednesday, October 16
11:00 am
Paine Hall
All Advent members - men and women - are invited to the Advent Fall Luncheon. Tickets are $7 or FREE if you bring soup, salad or sandwiches to share.
Canon Jackson will be the speaker.
Tickets are on sale after both services and in the office during the week. Please pick up a $7 or FREE ticket, so we have a good count.
Morning Prayer & Breakfast
Tuesday, November 5
9:00 am
Advent Sanctuary / Paine Hall
Join us this month for prayer in the Sanctuary and breakfast in Paine Hall. Learn details about upcoming activities at Advent Episcopal Church.
This monthly Prayer Service and Breakfast Meeting is open to all parishioners.
Morning Prayer is held on the first Tuesday of the month from October through May.
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Tuesday, November 12
8:30 am
Conference Room and via Zoom
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a worldwide ministry with over 4,000 members in 357 chapters in the US alone. This Advent Chapter meets monthly to gather in prayer for the spread of Christ’s Kingdom, to study the Holy Scriptures, and to bring others nearer to Christ through outreach in the community.
All men of Advent are welcome.
England - Custodian of Jewish Past
Tuesday, November 12
9:00 am
Paine Hall
Join us for this informative exploration of Jewish history presented by Gary A Rendsburg, a professor of biblical studies, Hebrew language and ancient Judaism at Rutgers University, New Brunswick NJ.
Tickets are $5 and available in the Advent Office from 9 am - 12 pm starting October 21.
Don’t miss this excellent presentation!
Holistic Health Matters Group
Thursday, November 14
2:00 pm
Advent Conference Room
Advent member Sally Charlambous leads this Holistic Health Matters Group focusing on sharing knowledge in order to enhance holistic health and wellness.
The class is open to the public and will include guest speakers.
Helping Hands
First 3 Mondays of every month
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Paine Hall
Join us on the first 3 Mondays of the month to make pillows and blankets for those in need. The blankets are made from fabric for kids (about 36” square) and the pillows are for kids and adults. Some of the adult pillows (about 8” x 8“) are for women with breast cancer to put in their armpit after surgery.
It’s a wonderful way to donate your talents for good causes and enjoy good camraderie.
All volunteers are welcome!
Happy Hat Hookers
4th (and 5th, if there is one) Mondays of month
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Paine Hall
Join us on the 4th Mondays of every month (and 5th, if there is one) to make hats on a loom. The hats are donated to military for under their helmets, to people going through chemo (head gets very cold), to homeless, and to babies.
It’s a wonderful way to donate your talents for good causes and enjoy good camraderie.
All volunteers are welcome!
Gentle Fitness Exercise Class
Tuesdays at 11:00 am
Thursdays at 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 in Paine hall, using controlled movements to regain flexibility, balance, and strength. Tammy invites everyone to join her for an hour of inspired movement.
Click here to sign up now. The cost is $6 per person per Tuesday class, $4 per Thursday class.
Pay at the class.
It Pays to Lose $
Wednesdays
8:30 am
Dibbs Hall
Join this group of motivated folks who choose to lose. This group offers great support in your struggle to lose weight. And it pays to lose; the biggest loser each week wins $3; second biggest loser wins $2; third biggest loser wins $1.
We also share ideas about good nutrition and food to help you achieve your goals.
The cost per person is $3 a week. Pay at the class. Come and give us a try!
Choir Practice
Thursdays, September 5 thru May
3:00 pm
Sanctuary
Music Director Eldon Wold, Jr. leads this group every Thursday September through May. Anyone who has the gift and willingness to sing is invited to join the fun and camaraderie.
Come together to make a “joyful noise unto the Lord.”
