NewsFlash - 8/25/26
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Sandy Stearne • Administrative Assistant
August 18, 2026

3 Minute Read
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋
This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days.
Missed last week’s worship service?
Watch it here
Upcoming Events

This Week @ Light of the Desert


Friday, August 28th
Sunday, August 30th
  • 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online
  • Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - After Church service
  • Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert
Monday, August 31st


For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.

Light of the Desert Calendar
Let’s Connect!

Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.

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This Week's Message

Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇

August Change 4 Change

This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Shoebox Ministry / Operation Christmas Child. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.

Give Now Here
Birthdays
  • 8 - Bill Miller
  • 9 - Alexis Davis and Gabriel Tennant
  • 10 - Harper Micko
  • 14 - Wyatt Resch
  • 19 - Colin Marver
  • 22 - Ayla Petru
  • 23 - Mason Barney
  • 25 - Reeves Scartz
  • 27 - Peggy Teldeschi
  • 30 - Barb Passage and Devin Thiel
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NewsFlash - 10/6/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Fall Family Picnic - October 18th from 5:30 - 7pm The Chosen Watch Party & Discussion - Beginning October 20th from 6:30-8pm @ The O’Rourke’s House. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission Weekend 2 - October 23rd - 25th in Agua Prieta. Annual Craft & Bake Sale - October 25th before and after Worship Service. Lunch Bunch - October 30th @ 11:30. Location to be determined. This week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, October 7th Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom Women’s Bible Study - 10:25-11:25am @ Light of the Desert Room 101 The Gathering @ The Miller’s - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Thursday, October 8th Music Night - 6:30pm @ Light of the Desert Saturday, October 10th Children’s Workshop - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Sunday, October 11th Sunday Service in person or on-line - 9:30am Youth Group - 6:30 - 8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, October 12th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House Tuesday, October 13th Helping Hands - 10am - 12 Noon @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - 6-8pm @ Light of the Desert, Room 101 For all the details about events please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s service 👇 October Change 4 Change This month our change 4 change will go to Shoebox Ministry. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993 more thank 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Abby Walker and Shawn Chappel 2 - John Westerlund 3- James Jenkins and Katie Elgar 11 - Jeffrey Grandprey and Robert Jemc 12- Grayson Rush 14 - Steve Larson 16 - Daniel Witkop 17 - Jamisen Pike 18 - Alannah Schmitt and Gabriela Henschel 19 - Raeleigh Scartz 21 - CJ Burr 23 - Andy Fetters and Leslie Baranzini 26 - Kate Gotschall 29 - Jeff Horton Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

September 23, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 9/29/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Children’s Workshop - October 10th from 9am-10am @ Light of the Desert. Helping Hands - October 13th from 10am-12noon @ Light of the Desert (2nd Tuesday of each month). Fall Family Picnic - October 18th from 5:30 - 7pm The Chosen Watch Party & Discussion - Beginning October 20th from 6:30-8pm @ The O’Rourke’s House. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission Weekend 2 - October 23rd - 25th in Agua Prieta. Annual Craft & Bake Sale - October 25th before and after Worship Service. Lunch Bunch - October 30th @ 11:30. Location to be determined. This week @ Light of the Desert Tuesday, September 29th Women’s Bible Study - 6-8pm @ Light of the Desert in Room 101. Wednesday, September 30th Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom. Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom. Women’s Bible Study - 10:25-11:25am @ Light of the Desert in Room 101. The Gathering @ The Millers - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Thursday, October 1st Music Night - 6:30 @ Light of the Desert. Sunday, October 4th Sunday Service in person or on-line - 9:30am. “For a Purpose” Preview - @ Light of the Desert after Worship Service. Monday, October 5th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House. Tuesday, October 6th Women’s Bible Study - 6-8pm @ Light of the Desert in Room 101. For all the details about the above events please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s service 👇 October Change 4 Change This month our change 4 change will go to Shoebox Ministry. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993 more thank 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Abby Walker and Shawn Chappel 2 - John Westerlund 3- James Jenkins and Katie Elgar 11 - Jeffrey Grandprey and Robert Jemc 12- Grayson Rush 14 - Steve Larson 16 - Daniel Witkop 17 - Jamisen Pike 18 - Alannah Schmitt and Gabriela Henschel 19 - Raeleigh Scartz 21 - CJ Burr 23 - Andy Fetters and Leslie Baranzini 26 - Kate Gotschall 29 - Jeff Horton Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

September 12, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 9/22/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Jim David, Director/Producer of the Documentary “For a Purpose” - Sunday, October 4th after Worship Service. Children’s Workshop - October 10th from 9am-10am @ Light of the Desert. Helping Hands - October 13th from 10am-12noon @ Light of the Desert (2nd Tuesday of each month). Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission Weekend 2 - October 23rd-25th in Agua Prieta, Mexico. Annual Craft & Bake Sale - October 25th before and after Worship Service. This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, September 23rd Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom Women’s Bible Study - 10:25-11:25am @ Light of the Desert, Room 101 The Gathering @ The Miller’s - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Thursday, September 24th Music Night - 6:30pm @ Light of the Desert Friday, September 25th Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - In Agua Prieta Mexico Lunch Bunch - 11:30am @ Dynasty / Chinese and Asian Cuisine Sunday, September 27th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday Service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - 4pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, September 28th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House Tuesday, September 29th Women’s Bible Study - 6-8pm in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert For all the details about the above events please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s service 👇 September Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering will be going to our Agua Prieta home building ministry. Light of the Desert builds homes through this non-profit organization based in Tucson called Agua Prieta Family Shelters (APFS). We have been building there for more than 15 years.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Travis Gall 2 - Caroline Chappel 4 - Harry Elletson 5 - Susan Jorde 7 - Beau McKenney 13 - Sandy Stearne 14 - Carolyn Kirkendall and Gary Becker 15 - Paul Witkop 16 - Tracy Davies 20 - Paulette Schaefer and Cindy Schmitt 24 - Ben Hautem and Bill Moeller 25 - Jane Bonk and Ben Davies 27 - Andrew Isho 29 - Kris Larson 30 - Nancy Haley Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

September 12, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
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Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service? We apologize that we are not able to post this past Sunday’s SermonWatch it here Upcoming Events Lunch Bunch - Friday, September 25th at 11:30 @ Dynasty/Chinese & Asian Cuisine located at 29850 N. Tatum Blvd. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Tuesdays from 6-8pm beginning September 29th in room 101 @ Light of the Desert. Please register using thislink. Helping Hands - October 13th from 10am to 12 Noon @ Light of the Desert (2nd Tuesday of each month). This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, September 16th Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom Women’s Bible Study - 10:25-11:25am @ Light of the Desert Room 101 The Gathering @ The Miller’s - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s house Thursday, September 17th Music Night- 6:30pm @ Light of the Desert Saturday, September 19th Children’s Family Ministry Family Gathering - 4-6pm @ The Moran home Sunday, September 20th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday Service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, September 21st Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House For all the details about the above events please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message We apologize that we are not able to post this past Sunday’s sermon Watch last Sunday’s service 👇 September Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering will be going to our Agua Prieta home building ministry. Light of the Desert builds homes through this non-profit organization based in Tucson called Agua Prieta Family Shelters (APFS). We have been building there for more than 15 years.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Travis Gall 2 - Caroline Chappel 4 - Harry Elletson 5 - Susan Jorde 7 - Beau McKenney 13 - Sandy Stearne 14 - Carolyn Kirkendall and Gary Becker 15 - Paul Witkop 16 - Tracy Davies 20 - Paulette Schaefer and Cindy Schmitt 24 - Ben Hautem and Bill Moeller 25 - Jane Bonk and Ben Davies 27 - Andrew Isho 29 - Kris Larson 30 - Nancy Haley Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

September 8, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 9/8/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service? We apologize that we are not able to post this past Sunday’s SermonWatch it here Upcoming Events Women’s Bible Study - Wednesdays from 10:25-11:25am, beginning September 16 in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert Children’s Ministry Family Gathering- Saturday, September 19 from 4-6pm @ the Moran home. Lunch Bunch - Friday, September 25th at 11:30 @ Dynasty/Chinese & Asian Cuisine located at 29850 N. Tatum Blvd. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Tuesdays from 6-8pm beginning September 29th in room 101 @ Light of the Desert. Please register using thislink. Helping Hands - October 13th - 10-12pm @ Light of the Desert (2nd Tuesday of each month). This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, September 9th Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom The Gathering at the Miller’s - 6-8pm @ the Miller’s House Saturday, September 12th Children’s Workshop - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Sunday, September 13th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, September 14th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ the Miller’s House For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message We apologize that we are not able to post this past Sunday’s sermon Watch last Sunday’s sermon 👇 September Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering will be going to our Agua Prieta home building ministry. Light of the Desert builds homes through this non-profit organization based in Tucson called Agua Prieta Family Shelters (APFS). We have been building there for more than 15 years.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Travis Gall 2 - Caroline Chappel 4 - Harry Elletson 5 - Susan Jorde 7 - Beau McKenney 13 - Sandy Stearne 14 - Carolyn Kirkendall and Gary Becker 15 - Paul Witkop 16 - Tracy Davies 20 - Paulette Schaefer and Cindy Schmitt 24 - Ben Hautem and Bill Moeller 25 - Jane Bonk and Ben Davies 27 - Andrew Isho 29 - Kris Larson 30 - Nancy Haley Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

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NewsFlash - 9/1/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Helping Hands - September 8th - 10-12pm @ Light of the Desert (2nd Tuesday of each month). Children’s Workshop - Saturday, September 12th - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Wednesdays from 10:25-11:25am, beginning September 16 in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert (Informational meeting August 23 after church) Children’s Ministry Family Gathering- Saturday, September 19 from 4-6pm @ the Moran home. Lunch Bunch - Friday, September 25th at 11:30. Location to be determined. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Tuesday’s from 6-8pm beginning September 29th in room 101 @ Light of the Desert. Please register using thislink. This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, September 2nd Men’s Bible Study - 7am via Zoom Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom The Gathering @ The Millers - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Thursday, September 3rd Music Night- 6:30pm @ Light of the Desert Sunday, September 6th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, September 7th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇 September Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering will be going to our Agua Prieta home building ministry. Light of the Desert builds homes through this non-profit organization based in Tucson called Agua Prieta Family Shelters (APFS). We have been building there for more than 15 years.Give Now Here Birthdays 1 - Travis Gall 2 - Caroline Chappel 4 - Harry Elletson 5 - Susan Jorde 7 - Beau McKenney 13 - Sandy Stearne 14 - Carolyn Kirkendall and Gary Becker 15 - Paul Witkop 16 - Tracy Davies 20 - Paulette Schaefer and Cindy Schmitt 24 - Ben Hautem and Bill Moeller 25 - Jane Bonk and Ben Davies 27 - Andrew Isho 29 - Kris Larson 30 - Nancy Haley Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

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NewsFlash - 8/25/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Children’s Workshop - Saturday, September 10th - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Wednesdays from 10:25-11:25am, beginning September 16 in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert (Informational meeting August 23 after church) Children’s Ministry Family Gathering- Saturday, September 19 from 4-6pm @ the Moran home. Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Tuesday’s from 6-8pm beginning September 29th in room 101 @ Light of the Desert. Please register using thislink. This Week @ Light of the Desert Friday, August 28th Lunch Bunch - 11:30 @ Liberty Station Sunday, August 30th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - After Church service Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, August 31st Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇 August Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Shoebox Ministry / Operation Christmas Child. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 8 - Bill Miller 9 - Alexis Davis and Gabriel Tennant 10 - Harper Micko 14 - Wyatt Resch 19 - Colin Marver 22 - Ayla Petru 23 - Mason Barney 25 - Reeves Scartz 27 - Peggy Teldeschi 30 - Barb Passage and Devin Thiel Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

August 18, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 8/18/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Lunch Bunch - Friday, August 28 at 11:30am @ Liberty Station Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - Sunday, August 30 after church @ Light of the Desert Children’s Workshop - Saturday, September 10th - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Wednesdays from 10:25-11:25am, beginning September 16 in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert (Informational meeting August 23 after church) Children’s Ministry Family Gathering - Saturday, September 20 from 4-6pm (more information to come) Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert This Week @ Light of the Desert Sunday, August 23rd 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, August 24th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇Watch Livestream here August Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Shoebox Ministry / Operation Christmas Child. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 8 - Bill Miller 9 - Alexis Davis and Gabriel Tennant 10 - Harper Micko 14 - Wyatt Resch 19 - Colin Marver 22 - Ayla Petru 23 - Mason Barney 25 - Reeves Scartz 27 - Peggy Teldeschi 30 - Barb Passage and Devin Thiel Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

August 11, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 8/11/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Lunch Bunch - Friday, August 28 at 11:30am @ Liberty Station Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - Sunday, August 30 after church @ Light of the Desert Children’s Workshop - Saturday, September 10th - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Women’s Bible Study - Wednesdays from 11-12, beginning September 16 in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert. (Informational Meetings August 16 & 23 after church) Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert This Week @ Light of the Desert Thursday, August 13th Music Night - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Sunday, August 16th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Youth Group - 6:30-8pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, August 17th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ the Street’s Home For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇Watch Livestream here August Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Shoebox Ministry / Operation Christmas Child. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 8 - Bill Miller 9 - Alexis Davis and Gabriel Tennant 10 - Harper Micko 14 - Wyatt Resch 19 - Colin Marver 22 - Ayla Petru 23 - Mason Barney 25 - Reeves Scartz 27 - Peggy Teldeschi 30 - Barb Passage and Devin Thiel Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

August 4, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 8/4/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Youth Group - Begins Sunday, August 16 from 6:30-8pm. Lunch Bunch - Friday, August 28 at 11:30am @ Liberty Station Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - Sunday, August 30 after church @ Light of the Desert Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party - Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert This Week @ Light of the Desert Saturday, August 8th Children’s Workshop - 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Sunday, August 9th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Trivia Night - 5:30-7:30pm @ Light of the Desert Monday, August 10th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Street’s Tuesday, August 11th Helping Hands- 10am-12pm @ Light of the Desert For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇Watch Livestream here August Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Shoebox Ministry / Operation Christmas Child. Every year Shoebox Ministry has collected shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items for children around the world. Since 1993, more than 188 million children in more than 170 countries and territories have received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox. The project delivers not only the joy of what, for many kids, is their first gift ever, but also gives them a tangible expression of God’s love.Give Now Here Birthdays 8 - Bill Miller 9 - Alexis Davis and Gabriel Tennant 10 - Harper Micko 14 - Wyatt Resch 19 - Colin Marver 22 - Ayla Petru 23 - Mason Barney 25 - Reeves Scartz 27 - Peggy Teldeschi 30 - Barb Passage and Devin Thiel Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

July 28, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 7/28/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Trivia Night - Sunday, August 9 from 5:30-7:30pm @ Light of the Desert Children’s Workshop- Saturday, August 8 from 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Helping Hands - 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10-12pm @ Light of the Desert Uganda Trip Informational Meeting - Sunday, August 30 after church @ Light of the Desert Agua Prieta Homebuilding Mission - September 25 - 27 - Agua Prieta Mexico Operation Christmas Child Preparation Party- Sunday, September 27 from 4-6pm @ Light of the Desert This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, July 29th Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom The Gathering @ The Miller’s - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Friday, July 31st Lunch Bunch - 11:30 @ Venues Cafe, 34 Easy Street in Carefree Sunday, August 2nd 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Monday, August 3rd Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇Watch Livestream here July Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Hope 4 Kids International, a faith-based non-profit organization committed to helping children around the world that are suffering from extreme poverty through Dignity, Health, Joy & Love.Give Now Here School Supplies Drive La Sagrada Familia, a local church we partner with, is collecting school supplies for children in their congregation. If you would like to participate please drop off any of the below listed items to the box in our lobby under the bulletin board. • Backpacks • Wide-ruled notebooks • Pocket folders • Pencils and erasers • Crayons • Colored pencils • Washable markers • Glue sticks • Dry erase markers • Safety scissors • Pencil boxes or pouches • And other school supply items Birthdays 2 - Terry Andrzejewski 4 - Jack Buckler & Zack Burr 5 - Ted Burandt 8 - Cheri Werth 9 - Ramie Vallario 15 - James Jerome 18 - Carol McDonough-Bernier 19 - David Witkop 20 - Kadyn Dahlke 22 - Barbara Bunyard, Kobe Gall & Linda Rosich 23 - Elaine Vallario & Nancy Hlavka 24 - Bonnie Haines 26 - David Kennedy Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant

July 21, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
NewsFlash - 7/21/26
Welcome to the weekly NewsFlash 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Missed last week’s worship service?Watch it here Upcoming Events Lunch Bunch - Friday, July 31 at 11:30am @ Venues Cafe, 34 East Street in Carefree Trivia Night - Sunday, August 9 from 5:30-7:30pm @ Light of the Desert Children’s Workshop- Saturday, August 8 from 9-10am @ Light of the Desert Helping Hands - 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10-12pm @ Light of the Desert This Week @ Light of the Desert Wednesday, July 22nd Adult Bible Study - 9am via Zoom Women’s Bible Study - 11am in Room 101 @ Light of the Desert The Gathering @ The Miller’s - 6-8pm @ The Miller’s House Thursday, July 23rd Music Night - 6:30pm @ Light of the Desert Sunday, July 26th 9:30am - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Monday, July 27th Men Discipling Men - 7pm @ The Miller’s House For all the details about the above events, please click on the link for the Light of the Desert Calendar below.Light of the Desert Calendar Let’s Connect! Have a question, need prayer, want to learn more about the church, or simply want to connect with someone? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out our Connection Card or Prayer Request Card below, and a member of our team will follow up with you.Connection CardPrayer Request Card This Week's Message Watch last Sunday’s worship service 👇Watch Livestream here July Change 4 Change This month our Change 4 Change offering is supporting the ministry of Hope 4 Kids International, a faith-based non-profit organization committed to helping children around the world that are suffering from extreme poverty through Dignity, Health, Joy & Love.Give Now Here School Supplies Drive La Sagrada Familia, a local church we partner with, is collecting school supplies for children in their congregation. If you would like to participate please drop off any of the below listed items to the box in our lobby under the bulletin board. • Backpacks • Wide-ruled notebooks • Pocket folders • Pencils and erasers • Crayons • Colored pencils • Washable markers • Glue sticks • Dry erase markers • Safety scissors • Pencil boxes or pouches • And other school supply items Birthdays 2 - Terry Andrzejewski 4 - Jack Buckler & Zack Burr 5 - Ted Burandt 8 - Cheri Werth 9 - Ramie Vallario 15 - James Jerome 18 - Carol McDonough-Bernier 19 - David Witkop 20 - Kadyn Dahlke 22 - Barbara Bunyard, Kobe Gall & Linda Rosich 23 - Elaine Vallario & Nancy Hlavka 24 - Bonnie Haines 26 - David Kennedy Stay Connected 📸 Follow us on Facebook and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. 📍 33175 N Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 ☎️ (480) 488-2716 See you soon ☀️

Sandy Stearne

Administrative Assistant