By Lisa Rotchford Reverend A virus cannot be seen, but we can see the effects of it on individuals and the community. How we respond to it is something we are all called to do – social distancing, wearing masks and staying home – our response is the only thing we can control in a spiraling pandemic. Faith, too, cannot be seen, but we can see the effects of it on ourselves and those around

The coronavirus has opened up a new method of communication for those of us who are sheltering in place. Anyone interested in joining the Beit HaLev Zoom community for services and Hebrew lessons, can contact the rabbi at (562) 715-0888 for access and instructions on how to use Zoom. Beit HaLev is continuing to livestream on Facebook and YouTube as well. To attend, go to galitomtov.com, Facebook.

Rabbi Rachel Axelrad will be streaming Friday night services at 6:30 on July 31 on The Congregation Sholom of Leisure World Facebook page. To join, select the “rooms” tab, then click on “Jewish Activities” and “Join to Restart.” Rabbi Axelrad will also be on Facebook for Saturday morning services at 9:30 on Aug. 1. On Sunday, Aug. 2, Congregation Sholom will host an online game night

Faith Christian Assembly takes Communion on the first Sunday of each month at its 10:30 a.m. service. In the words of Jesus, believers are commanded in 1 Corinthians 11:25, “As often as you drink from it, keep doing this in memory of me.” Pastor Vaughn gives valuable insights into Communion each month. It is something we never rush, and is always a special time for the community. Anyone is

By Lisa Rotchford Reverend Summertime childhood memories of playtime outside during long sun-filled days might include games of tag, races and other pastimes that began with the phrase “Ready….Set…Go!” As the worldwide battle with a relentless coronavirus continues, our summer days may also be sun-filled, but now long and not always joy-filled. We are ready to get back to a sense of “normalcy.”

By Johan Dodge Reverend As I write this, the governor has ordered churches to close again and so I take this time to remind us that the church is not the building. There is an old children’s song I have been playing over and over in my head these past months:, “I am the Church, You are the Church, We are the Church together. The church is not a building. The church is not a steeple, the church

ASSEMBLY OF GOD By Norma Ballinger LW Contributor Comfort is certainly something we crave during these trying times. The 40th chapter of Isaiah is remarkable in that the prophet is offering comfort to God’s people and the promise of deliverance; these verses are so applicable today. The first is a reminder that God is eternal, (verses 6-8). He is unchanging with no beginning and no

By Rolland Coburn Pastor God’s word throughout the Bible holds precious promises for his people, regardless of background. Proverbs 3:5-6 holds one of those promises. This is the promise with its condition, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Faith, trusting in God

Holy Family Catholic Church, 13900 Church Place next to the St. Andrews Gate, will observe The 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time on Sunday, July 19. Masses Holy Family Church celebrates Sunday Mass at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon; the Vigil Mass is 5 p.m. Saturday; daily Mass is 8:30 a.m., Monday–Saturday. Confessions are Saturdays and eves of Holy Days: 4–4:45 p.m. First Fridays start at 9:15

LWers are invited to Zoom with Beit HaLev! Rabbi Galit Shirah has been conducting livestream services for over four years; this year, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, services are now on Zoom, the video conferencing platform. To receive an invitation as well as the Meeting ID and password, contact Rabbi Galit Shirah at (562) 715-0888 or duets@icloud.com. Beit HaLev will continue to livestream on