WHAT’S HAPPENING AT OUR CHURCH
Welcome to Apache Junction SDA Church! We are glad you are here to worship with us today.
Let me know if there is something special, I can do for you and your loved ones, like pray, visit,
phone call or help in some way. I pray you feel the warm fellowship of AJ and the love of Jesus here today! – Pastor Lauran.
No Fellowship Meal Today. For the months of July – September, fellowship meals will only be on the 2nd and 4th Sabbaths. Our kitchen crew needs a summer break as well. Thank you for your patience.
Overflow Parking: Is available in the LDS church parking lot next door and at the park on the west side of our church.
New Church Website as of May 2025 https://apachejunctionaz.adventistchurch.org
Adobe School Enrollment Is Open For 2025/26 School Year: Contact Robert Christensen 320-407-3475 and see flyer on bulletin board for more details. Also, check their website at http://adobe22.adventistschoolconnect.org
IMVO/Bags of Love: Monday, July 7th, 9:00 – 3:00pm. Come and enjoy fellowship and help the temporarily displaced children of AZ, mats for the homeless and pillows for the dogs. Come look at the many gift ideas and crafts on our craft table. Please bring a sack lunch.
Youth and Young Adult Bible Study (HS Junior to age 30): Date and time to-be-determined; please contact Khristian Davis with interest or questions: 480-334-0084.
Church Leadership Positions: We are in need of leaders for the following positions: Young Adult Ministries; please contact Pastor Lauran for more information or if you are interested.
Small Groups for Bible Studies/Prayer Meetings: If you are interested in starting or participating
in small groups to study together, please contact Pastor Lauran.
Project Reach Back: Please contact Floyd Craig or Pastor Lauren about the Personal Ministries
project to reach every member and especially those who are not currently attending church.
United Prayer in the Conference Room: Every Sabbath from 8:50-9:10am experience prayer in a different way. Open to all.
Worship Service
The church worship service is live streamed each Sabbath at 11 am on YouTube at this location:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDCJX487YNyhPQGk5Z0PxwQ/videos
Midweek Prayer Meeting: Both the 2:45pm and 5:30pm in-person prayer meetings will take a summer break this year. Prayer meetings will resume on September 3,2025
Tuesday 7 pm – From-the-Top Bible Study Next Bible Study Meeting (7pm): Tuesday, July 8th Study will start in Psalms 77
To join the Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82367981105?pwd=Yyt0ZDdvNmdOR1lmU1RkRHNseTUxdz09
To join by phone call: 669-900-6833 or 253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 823 6798 1105
Passcode: 222945
Wednesday evening – Prayer Meeting
We are studying the book Maranatha
To join the Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85334439023?pwd=SDBLVzhVM0s4YkJtWXM0M3ZnTlc2Zz09
To join by phone call: 669-900-6833 or 253-215-8782
Meeting ID:853 3443 9023 Passcode: 681653
Thursday 7 pm – Conqueror Series and Warpath
If you would like to have an introduction to the Conqueror series you are welcome to join the
introduction meeting each Thursday night on Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89561551857?pwd=RlN2aGNyanhHSUhIcDdxZXhJREQ4Zz09
Meeting ID: 895 6155 1857 Passcode: 254775
To join by phone call: 669-900-6833 or 253-215-8782
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR OUR CHURCH
2025 Church Budget Report:
Our AJ Church and school are totally dependent on your kind, liberal, and consistent financial support. Thank you for honoring God in giving to our church budget which pays for maintenance of our facilities, utilities, supplies, etc.
All loose offering will go to the designated offering of the day per the Conference schedule. To donate to local church budget, use a tithe envelope to designate your offering.
Apache Junction SDA Church 2025
Local Church Budget $80,400.00
Monthly Budget: $6,700.00
Given in June: $2,246.50
Still Needed for July: $4,453.50
Adobe Adventist Christian School 2024/2025 School Year
Received as of December 31,2024: $45,559.70
Spent To Date: $53,127.72
Investment Year-To-Date 2025: $326.50
2025 Investment Project: Dine Adventist Radio has been selected as our Investment Project for this year; if you do not have a project yet, please consider partnering with God to help spread the Gospel.
GNTV REMINDER: Beginning January 1, 2025, donations for Good News TV must be made directly to them using one of these methods. More information in OTHER NEWS section below.
Donate online https://donate.gnbn.com
- Mail: Good News TV, PO Box 12644, Scottsdale, AZ 85267
- Call directly at 480-264-1116 or 480-243-7777.
Would you like to make an eternal difference in the life of a child? — Consider making a donation to the Adobe Adventist Christian School. You can mark your tithe envelope accordingly.
Want to help a child receive a Christian education but don’t have $1,000 to send to the tax credit
program? Look at your pay-stub, if you have AZ withholding, you could divert those dollars to a child’s education.
Online Giving — https://apachejunctionaz.adventistchurch.org and click on the ONLINE GIVING link.
New Church Website: Please note the church has a new website as of May 2025:
https://apachejunctionaz.adventistchurch.org
RESOURCES AND OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT OUR CHURCH
From Pastor Lauran: The following are part of my Pastoral Ministry. Please contact me to make arrangements or for more information.
- Bible Studies / baptismal class here at church or in your home.
- Prayers over the phone, please call or text (760) 421-7427
- Home or hospital visits: Pls let me know when and where.
- Baby Dedications, anointing, communion (special cases), etc.
- Other helps or assistance within the confines of pastoral work.
Friendly Reminders:
- Please refrain from eating inside the sanctuary. Let our kids have snacks after their Sabbath School
in their classrooms. - Kindly remind everyone that there’s NO running, shouting or playing inside the fellowship hall.
Thank you
From the Librarian: Looking for a good read, visit the library. Lots to choose from —- EGW books, theological/inspirational, SDA history, mission stories, Christian novels, Bible character stories, DVD are available too.
Church Bulletin – note change of contact person effective June 2025: Deadline is 9 pm Wednesday. E-mail: ajchurchbulletin@gmail.com or text/call Ellen Christensen, our new head of Communications, at 320-333-0831.
Prayer Ministry Team: Contact Twila Perucci at ajprayerchain@yahoo.com or call her at 619-997- 194
WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Denise Peloquin is the new head of Women’s Ministry and looks forward to working to help strengthen the support among our church sisters that we can serve Christ through serving each other. Please look for more information to come in the following months as we start a new journey together.
Bible Marking class: Classes have been discontinued at this time. If you are interested in learning Bible marking, please contact Joyce Chilson.
Lower Division Sabbath School Classes:
Kindergarten: Ages 0 through kindergarten
Primary: Grades 1 – 4
Juniors: Grades 5 – 8
Earliteen: Grades 9 – 10
High School: Grades 11 – 12+
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND OUR CONFERENCE
The Planned Giving & Trust Services Department Camp Meeting Announcement 2025: The Planned Giving & Trust Services department of the Arizona Conference is offering free estate planning appointments at camp meeting. If you are interested in taking advantage of this service, please sign up at the registration office or email kstevenson@azconference.org
Departamento de Planificación de Donaciones y Servicios Fiduciarios- Campestre Familiar Hispano 2025: El departamento de Planificación de Donaciones y Servicios Fiduciarios de la Conferencia de Arizona estará ofreciendo citas gratuitas de planificación patrimonial durante el
Campestre Familiar Hispano. Si está interesado en aprovechar este servicio, favor de llamar al 480- 991-6777 o enviar un correo electrónico a Gcorella@azconference.org
Camp Yavapines Summer Camp Registration is now OPEN: This summer’s theme is “Alive,” we can’t wait for your child to experience an unforgettable week of adventure, faith, and friendship. www.campyavapines.org See flyer on bulletin board. Contact Judy Van Tassel for registration code for payment assistance, AJ church will cover 1/3 and the Conference will cover 1/3 of cost for members, their children or grandchildren who wish to attend.
West Valley Fellowship Evangelism Event, July 14-19: The Phoenix West Valley Fellowship Group presents “Friend with Jesus” featuring guest speaker Elder Ismael Cabason, President of the Northern Luzon Mission, Philippines. The event will take place July 14-19 from 7 – 8:30 PM each evening. For more information contact Edgar Lopez at (520) 301-0374 or Arvin Velarde at (602) 326-4582.
THEME DECORATION SALE, July 20: The AZ Women’s Retreat ministry sponsored by the Glendale SDA Church, hosts a Theme Decoration Sale! If you plan party events with a theme, you don’t want to miss this amazing event on Sunday, July 20, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, in the Glendale SDA Church Gym (6801 N. 43rd Ave. Phoenix). You will find decorations for the following themes – Japanese, Italian, Mexican, Hawaiian, Ocean, Spring, Fall, Winter, Teapots, Shoes, Hats…and more! Delicious Mexican food will be sold from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Spread the word!
Adventist Community Services Webinar, July 21: Food Bank Operations & Best Practices. The Arizona Conference Adventist Community Services invites you to a special Zoom webinar on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 6:00–7:00 pm, focused on Food Bank Operations and Best Practices.Special guests include Colette Newer, NAD Associate Director for Adventist Community Services, and Sarah Ruf, Communications Director for the Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council. Learn valuable insights to start or strengthen a local food ministry.
Register via the QR code or visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHfJVB0NsuMjoK35JUoaQsTbTnSkhwIfz3saiO_9Dia2LUUQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101521561547985171066
Hispanic Ministries Elders’ Retreat, August 15-17. Hispanic Ministries is hosting the annual Hispanic Elders Retreat at Camp Yavapines August 15-17. Featured speakers include Dr. Abner Hernandez and Dr. Felix Cortez. Registration is required and the cost is $100/person. The last day to register is July 31st, 2025. Registration link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSct7m5ChRF-bsuDC75nzLjkNmuFk5pn99r8IgPlLiUWz5ln3Q/viewform?usp=header
Pathfinder & Adventurer Leadership Convention 2025, August 22-24: Arizona Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer Convention is taking place August 22-24 in Camp Yavapines, Prescott Arizona. There are seminars in both English and Spanish for Adventurer & Pathfinder Club Leaders and Staff, TLT’s & Master Guides. English seminars for Youth Pastors & Youth Leaders. For cost and to register, go to www.azsdayouth.com.
MEN’S MINISTRY: SAVE THE DATE! Men’s Retreat at Camp Yavapines the weekend of September 26-28. Details to come.
Women’s Ministries Fall Retreat, October 10-12: Save the date for the Arizona Conference Women’s Ministries Fall Retreat taking place October 10-12. More details to come.
European Youth Congress 2026- Imprint: IMPRINT is going to Europe! Travel with a group of youth & young adults from Arizona Conference to Europe in 2026. We will visit some of the historical sites of the Reformation as well as other memorable places. Our tour will conclude in Barcelona, Spain to attend the 4 day European Youth Congress where thousands of Adventist Youth from across Europe will convene for worship, fellowship, music, Bible study and more. To register and for more information please visit: https://azsdayouth.com/european-youth-congress-2026-imprint/
Speaker’s Bureau Listing: https://www.azconference.org/ministerial/speakersbureau
OTHER NEWS AROUND OUR CONFERENCE
Good News TV Press Release: The legal structure of Good News TV is changing. This will not change the mission outreach programs provided by Good News TV and GNTV will not be an “independent ministry.” Rather, it will become a “Supporting Ministry” dedicated to fully supporting the
evangelistic mission of the Arizona Conference Corporation as it has always done, regardless of the change in legal structure. The most noticeable change will be that your financial support for Good News TV will no longer be given through your local church or the Arizona Conference. Beginning on January 1, 2025, Good News TV and GNTV Latino will no longer be listed on the Church Tithe Envelopes or the Adventist Giving web pages. More information on the bulletin board.
Since this change is coming soon, we encourage you to begin giving directly to Good News TV now.
To give to Good News TV, please contact them at 480-264-1116 or 480-243-7777
(Español: 602-753-7765). You may also donate online or by mail https://www.MyGoodNewsTV.com/az-donate Good News TV, PO Box 12644, Scottsdale, AZ 85267
50+ Christian Social Club: The Beacon Light Church is sponsoring a 50+ Christian Social Club. The mission is to foster connection, active participation in social and enriching activities, and build meaningful relationships. They meet on the 4th Sunday of every month. For more information contact Debbie Johnson at (602) 403-7435 or email fiftyplusclub2024@gmail.com
Faith For Today Cruise: Faith for Today is celebrating 75 years of broadcast ministry, and we are excited to invite your church family to be part of a once-in-a-lifetime Mediterranean cruise experience in honor of this special milestone. This exclusive journey will feature inspiring speakers, uplifting music, and meaningful fellowship—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of ports including Rome, Santorini, Mykonos, and Ephesus. For more details and registration information, visit www.CruiseWithFaith.com
Camp Meeting 2025 Survey: If you attended or watched the broadcast of the Arizona Conference Camp Meeting 2025, we would greatly appreciate you taking a moment to fill out our brief survey of the event. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025campmeeting
JOB POSTINGS AROUND CONFERENCE
Thunderbird Adventist Academy is looking for a part-time to full-time bookkeeper:
The qualified individual is personable and possesses sound judgment, self-initiative, organizational abilities, strong oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills while performing administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors with minimal day-to-day supervision. The Bookkeeper will possess well-developed keyboard and general computer literacy skills. They will be required to develop an understanding and a working knowledge of Church policy and its organizational structure. They are responsible for Church, Student, Tenant and Vendor Billing and managing certain accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Candidate must be a Seventh-day Adventist member in regular standing. Bookkeeping or accounting experience/knowledge is required. Previous coursework in accounting is preferred. A bilingual candidate is desired but not required. Knowledge of Microsoft products, such as Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Adobe, etc. If interested, please send a resume to Cindy Brown at cbrown@azconference.org
Maricopa Village Christian School (MVCS) has an opening for a full-time Teacher
Aide starting in August for the 2025-26 school year. The paid position provides instruction and support services for K-5th grade students. Please contact Al Chatman for details at 860-985-4012.
Executive Administrative Assistant. The Arizona Conference has a full-time opening for an Executive Administrative Assistant for the Executive Secretary and Black Ministries. The Administrative Assistant is responsible to help those who call or come to the department for assistance with a pleasant, tactful and friendly demeanor. The qualified individual is personable and possesses sound judgment, self-initiative, organizational abilities, strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills while performing administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors with minimum day-to-day supervision.
The qualified individual will possess well developed keyboard and general computer literacy skills. They will be required to develop an understanding and a working knowledge of Church policy and its organizational structure. Interested parties should send their resume to cbrown@azconference.org
Part-Time Teacher’s Aide
Adobe Adventist Christian School in Mesa is seeking a passionate and energetic Part-Time Teacher’s Aide to join our team starting in January 2026, after the Christmas break. This is a wonderful opportunity for an individual who loves Jesus and is eager to share that love with young people in an elementary school setting.
We’re looking for someone with a background in elementary education and experience teaching upper-grade Math and Language Arts. While not required, we do prefer a female candidate for this role.