Category: August 2023

Christian Fellowship—New Church at Robson Ranch

Pat Sand Did you know there’s a new church in town? Christian Fellowship started here at the Ranch earlier this year. It is a Christian-based church and an affiliate of the United Evangelical Methodist Church in Arizona City that meets on Sunday mornings. Chet Kwiat is the pastor. The need to have an alternative to Sunday…

Deed Fraud: Protecting Yourself Against a Growing Threat

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Deed fraud, also known as title fraud or property fraud, is a scheme that has been on the rise in recent years, posing a significant risk to property owners across Arizona and throughout the country. This form of fraud occurs when scammers illegally transfer ownership of a property without…

Relishing Pickleball: Shot Selection

David Zapatka Continuing our study of Pickleball Fundamentals: Master the basics and compete with confidence by Mary Littlewood, we will now learn about the selection for the third and fourth shots of a rally. Third Shot: Serving Team “The third shot of any rally—a shot hit by the serving team—determines which doubles team will gain the…

Pilgrimage of Trust Taizé Worship Continues at Robson Ranch

Worship is an intimate, personal time to experience the spirituality of being present with God. For some, there is reliance on worship services centered on lectionary scripture, sermon, choir, and other traditional elements. For others, the practices of institutional religion have subdued their affinity for the church, yet there remains with them still a yearning…

Whose Image Is on You?

Pastor Frank DeFusco The Book of Genesis lays the foundation for the Judeo-Christian beliefs. It records the beginning of time, life, sin, salvation, the human race, and the Hebrew nation. It opens with the words: “In the beginning God created” (1:1) and it ends with “in a coffin in Egypt” (50:26). Thus, it covers the…

Time for Totems

Doris Betuel Fused glass totems are all the rage! They are popping up in front and back yards all over the community. Freestanding or mounted in frames, they are a “totemly” awesome addition to any landscaping scheme! Southwest themes, abstract ideas, or a bouquet of flowers are just some of the ideas that our members have come…

Bugs Be Gone with Essential Oils

JoAnne Gaudioso ’Tis the season! No, not Christmas. It is the season when bugs and all sorts of pesky creatures invite themselves into our homes, our backyard gatherings, and our campsites. Whether you are trekking through the backwoods or stepping out in the backyard, you need protection against insects and bugs. With an alarming amount…

News from the Sky: Airport Museum—35 Years and Counting

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport For 35 years the Phoenix Airport Museum has been filling Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with art. The museum is located throughout the entire airport system. Visitors to the airport can view art inside, outside, above, and below. Artist-designed floors, ceilings, and murals, as well as themed exhibitions and an…