Upcoming Events at Advent
Faith Seeking Journey
Sunday, April 13
9:00 am
Dibbs 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.
Sunday Potluck
Sunday, April 13
11:15 am following 10 am service
Paine Hall
Bring a healthy brunch dish to pass for a delicious meal and fun camaraderie.
Last Names A-G: Main Dish
Last Names H-M: Dessert
Last Names N-S: Appetizer / Egg Dish
Last Names T-Z: Salad / Fruit
Veteran & Military Ministry
Sunday, April 13
11:15 am (after 10 am service)
Dibbs Hall
Advent’s Veterans, Military, & Spouses Ministry shares their perspectives and experiences every month besides exploring volunteer opportunities.
They recently established a link with the Luke AFB Spiritual Maintenance program and are volunteering there. This group also prepares and delivers Meals for Veterans on 5th Fridays, headed by Jack Hanstein.
All Advent veterans, military, and spouses are invited to join this new ministry and meet monthly.
Walking the Mourner’s Path
Women: Mondays, April 14 - May 26
1 - 3 pm
Advent Conference Room
This 8-week workshop seeks to serve women who are in grief to find healing and joy. This program is for any woman experiencing the death of a loved one either recently or unresolved grief from the past.
Facilitators are Deacon Meg Lewis and Pastoral Care Minister Sharon Mather. For more details, call Sharon at 623.202.7544.
Click here to sign up now.
Lenten Soup & Studies
Wednesday, April 16
5:00 pm
Paine Hall
You are invited to join us for 6 weeks of Lenten Soup Suppers followed by Lenten Studies led by Raph Martin and Judy Huffman.
Join us after the 4 pm Healing Service on Lenten Wednesdays for this opportunity to seek a deeper experience of Lent.
Free will donation accepted. Click here to sign up now.
Mad Hatter Tea Party
Wednesday, April 23
11:15 am
Paine Hall
Ladies of Advent, join us for a fantastical luncheon gathering.
Tickets are $7 or bring tea sandwiches or a salad to share.
Tickets will be sold after both services on April 6th and 13th. Tickets will also be sold in the church office during normal business hours. No tickets will be sold on Easter Sunday.
Prizes will be awarded for best costume (optional) and best hat (optional).
Click here to sign up now.
Daughters of the King
Sunday, April 27
12:00 pm
Conference Room
Daughters of the King (DOK) is an active group who meets monthly.
We are the St Clare of Assisi Chapter with 31 members, an exceptionally large chapter, especially for a small parish.
Cinco de Derby Party
Saturday, May 3
3:00 pm
Paine Hall
Join us for a delicious Mexican meal celebrating Cinco de Mayo AND a Kentucky Derby Watch Party. Sponsored by the Advent Mens Club and the ACW. Bring extra cash for the 50/50 raffle!
Tickets are $15 per person. Free will offerings for libations.
Tickets will be on sale on Sundays 4/13 and 4/27. No tickets will be sold on Easter Sunday, 4/20. Tickets will also be available in the church office during normal business hours.
Dan Reed & Nicole
Sunday, May 4
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.
Morning Prayer & Breakfast
Tuesday, May 6
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.
Morning Prayer is held on the first Tuesday of the month from October through May – so this is the last one until next October.
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Tuesday, May 13
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.
Monthly Social Breakfast
Tuesday, May 20
9:00 am
Tivoli Gardens
All men and women of Advent are invited to enjoy our May Social Breakfast at Tivoli Gardens.
All men and women of Advent are welcome!
Tivoli Gardens is located nearby at 12555 W Bell Road, Sun City West.
See you there!
New Lending Library
Open Sundays and weekdays during office hours
Paine Hall, left of the restrooms
Stop by our newest addition to Paine Hall – our Lending Library, located just to the left of the restrooms. Please do not donate more than a couple books or perhaps a jigsaw puzzle.
Feel free to borrow and return the books when you are finished. No theological or religious materials unless it is a novel such as a mystery.
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
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.
Women’s Weight Management
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.”
