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
Overflow Parking: Is available in the LDS church parking lot next door and at the park on the west side of our church.
Fellowship Lunch Today: Join us after the service for a vegetarian meal in the Social Center (across the parking lot). Everyone is welcome! If you’re able, bringing a dish to share would be appreciated.
IMVO/Bags of Love: Come and join us every Monday from 9:00am–noon. Please place donations in the large basket beside the guest book in the lobby. Each month, we will share a list of suggested donation items. For May, we collect personal care items such as hairbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, and lotion.
Sheila Brothers Memorial Service: The memorial service for Sheila Brothers will be held this afternoon at 2:00 p.m. Family, friends, and church members are warmly invited to join us as we gather in remembrance and thanksgiving.
Transfer of Membership 1st Reading: John and Mavis Adams from Chandler Fil-Am (Chandler, AZ) to Apache Junction SDA Church (Apache Junction, AZ).
Vacation Bible School “Mountain of Miracles” June 22–26, 6pm–8pm, with a special program on June 27: Children are invited to join us for an exciting week of Bible stories, music, crafts, games, prayer, and hands-on activities as they learn that God’s love is rock solid. Please invite families in our church and community to bring their children and be part of this meaningful summer experience. To volunteer or learn more, please contact Nancy Andersen at 480-254-1878.
The Nominating Committee will report on June 20 & 27, the final list of Church Officers to serve from July 1,2026 – June 30, 2028. The ordination and dedication service of the new church officers will be on July 11,2026. All officers are encouraged to be present.
Women’s Ministry Ceramics & Secret Sister Party July 12 at noon. Save the date and watch for more details to come. All ladies, including our young ladies, are encouraged to join us!
Midweek Prayer Meeting: Join us in person every Wednesday at 2:45pm for our weekly prayer meeting. We have no 5:30pm prayer meetings indefinitely. Thank you.
“Youth Rush is a dynamic summer ministry that gives young people (age 16+) the opportunity to grow in their faith, build character and leadership skills, and earn scholarship funds for academy or college while sharing Christ-centered literature in their communities. Please pray for this frontline ministry and encourage interested young people and families to learn more and apply at www.azyouthrush.org.”
Adobe Adventist Christian School K- 8 Open Enrollment for the upcoming school year 2026-2027. If you would like a tour or more information, please contact Robert at 480-216-9581.
Men’s Ministry Update: A new Men’s Ministry link is now available on the AJ SDA Church website. Five videos from the Chainsaws & Butterknives seminar (March 29) are ready to be viewed, with more information and images coming soon.
Last Will and Living Trust Services. Please contact Pr. Lauran or the AZ Conference if you want to know more about making a Will or a Living Trust. Thank you!
Youth and Young Adult Bible Study (16 years old/junior year of high school to age 30): Every Thursday at 5:30pm. Please contact Khristian Davis with interest or questions: 480-334-0084.
Depression and Anxiety Recovery Program: Every Saturday at 9:30am. Please reach out to Duane Andersen for any details on how to join, call/text: 480-276-1689 Email: andersen77@msn.com
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.
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
Weekly Meetings with Zoom Links
Tuesday 7 pm – From-the-Top Bible Study
Bible Study Meeting: Tuesday, June 2nd (7pm-8pm AZ) (7pm-8pm PDT) starting in Isaiah 43
To join the Zoom meeting:
To join by phone call:
669-900-6833 or 253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 823 6798 1105
Passcode: 222945
Prayer Meeting via Zoom – Wednesday, 7:00pm
Our current study is through the book Maranatha by Ellen G. White. Everyone is welcome!
To join the Zoom meeting:
To join by phone call: 669-900-6833 or 253-215-8782
Meeting ID:853 3443 9023
Passcode: 681653
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR OUR CHURCH
2026 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 2026
Local Church Budget $80,400.00
Monthly Budget: $6,610.00
Given in May 2026: $6,298.50
Still Needed for May 2026: $311.50
Adobe Adventist Christian School 2026/2027 School Year
Received as of March 31, 2026: $63,635.22
Spent to Date March 31, 2026: $90,145.88
Investment for 2026: $1,497.00
Investment Project: Dine Adventist Radio has been selected; if you do not have a project yet, please consider partnering with God to help spread the Gospel.
GNTV REMINDER: 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 check out our new church website 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 – Deadline is 9 pm Wednesday. E-mail: ajchurchbulletin@gmail.com or text/call Ellen Christensen, head of Communications, at 480-825-6407
Prayer Ministry Team: Contact Twila Perucci at ajprayerchain@yahoo.com or call her at 619-997- 194
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+
Free Listening Skills Workshop: A practical, grace-filled training that helps: Stop arguing and start listening with compassion, Understand and validate deep emotional pain, De-escalate tense conversations without losing your voice, Communicate the heart of Christ in your relationships. For more information contact: Duane Andersen Text: 480-276-1689 Email: andersen77@msn.com
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND OUR CONFERENCE
Adobe School Position Announcement
1. Full-Time Teacher Assistant / 2. Substitute Teacher
Adobe Adventist Christian School in Mesa is seeking a passionate and energetic Full-Time Teacher Assistant to join our team. 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 (5-8) Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading and Language Arts.
Adobe Adventist Christian School is also seeking a dedicated Substitute Teacher to cover for the Teacher/Principal when he is called away to meetings.
All applicants must be a member in good standing of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
For more information or to send your resume, contact Robert Christensen at hope4tomorrow83@gmail.com.
Arizona Conference Administrative Assistant/Accountant – Part-time non-benefited, 18 hours/week
Arizona Conference is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time position (18 hours/week) as an Administrative Assistant and Accountant for the Treasury Department.
The Administrative Assistant/Accountant 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 data entry, scanning, filing, and other administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors with minimum day-to-day supervision.
The Administrative Assistant/Accountant will possess knowledge of basic accounting principles, and have 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 the church remittance process and the management of certain accounts receivable. The qualified individual will need to perform the following duties: Prepare deposits, Organize and File Journals, Church/School Billing, Prepare JVs in AASI accounting software as requested, Jewel software training and support for local church treasurers, Cross train in payroll duties. Must have a basic knowledge/education in accounting principles. Interested parties should send their resume’ to cbrown@azconference.org
Western Adventist Foundation-Trust Officer Assistant
Western Adventist Foundation is seeking a Trust Officer Assistant to provide administrative, operational, and client support to our Trust Officers. This role includes assisting with trust administration, client communication, document preparation, and record management, while offering valuable experience in fiduciary and trust services.
For more information, click job posting, email Nancyo@wafsda.org or call 602.220.0042.
Chandler SDA Church – Bible Study Group
Genesis is more than a beginning—it’s a blueprint for life. Join Pastor Esther and Chandler SDA Church for weekly, life-transforming conversations that take a deeper look at Scripture and a deeper look at us. For materials and Zoom information contact: pastoresthergreen@gmail.com
Paradise Valley Church – Every Friday @ 6:30pm
The Paradise Valley Church is hosting the Lovewell Phoenix group plan with Friday Vespers starting at 6:30pm every Friday at 2727 E. Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Chandler SDA Church – Young Adult Sabbath School
“The L.A.B.” is now open every Sabbath. This is Sabbath School with an entire twist.
Each week we come together for meaningful conversation so we can:
• Learn
• Apply
• Become what we are discovering
We are not about hypocrisy, cliches, right answers, or empty debates.
We are about making practical sense of what doesn’t always seem to make any sense.
Join us. We start at 9:45am so we can get into it. Facilitated by Pastor Esther Green
Summer Camp Registration – Now Open
Registration opens March 5, and we’re looking forward to welcoming campers for a meaningful July filled with adventure, friendships, and opportunities to grow in faith. For more information visit: campyavapines.org
Native American Campmeeting – May 28-31
Native American Ministries is hosting their annual Native American Campmeeting on May 28-31 at Holbrook Indian School with guest speaker Brad Dennis & Family. All are welcome to attend. For more information call 505-427-3536 or 928-589-7210.
Glendale SDA Church – May 31-June 4
You are invited to join us as we dive into wild adventures, awesome games, and nonstop fun this summer. Vacation Bible School at Glendale SDA Church starting May 31-June 4 from 5:00pm-8:00pm for ages 3-5th grade. Location: 6801 N. 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85019. For more information contact Michele Pallassino at 845-499-9413.
Arizona Conference Camp meeting – June 5-13
Our Arizona Conference Camp meeting is soon approaching. For programming and information pertaining to Campmeeting visit our website: Campmeeting | AZ Conference
Arizona Conference Camp Meeting – Anthem Choir & Orchestra
Do you love to sing or play an orchestral instrument? We’d love to have you join the Camp Meeting Choir and Orchestra! It’s a special time of worship, fellowship, and music ministry—and there’s a place for you. We’ll have a general rehearsal on Sabbath, May 30th at 4:00 PM at the Glendale Seventh-day Adventist Church (6801 North 43rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85109). All are welcome! Come and be part of something beautiful! Sign up today at http://www.gschoir.org/campmeeting.html
Arizona Conference Camp Meeting Food Sell – June 7-12
During our Camp meeting there will be a small food store in the New Mexico room (the small room on the east side of the ABC building) with hours tentatively set as follows: Sunday after book sale to 6:30pm. Monday to Friday, 11:30am to 1:30pm and 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Arizona Conference Camp meeting – Quilt Auction
Once again during camp meeting, the evangelism ministries will be holding a Quilt Auction in the main pavilion. All donations will go towards evangelism. If you are planning to donate a quilt, please bring it to the Arizona Conference before June 3, 2026. If you have any questions contact Eunice at 480-991-6777 ext. 154
Arizona Sonshine – June 11-12
Join in an exciting opportunity to be the Hands and Feet of Jesus to a community in need. Arizona Sonshine will be having a 2-day clinic in Prescott, AZ to serve the community on June 11 and 12th. For more information visit: www.arizonasonshine.com or call 928-300-6329
Planned Giving & Trust Services – Camp Meeting June 5-13
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 these services, please call us or send us an email at 480-991-6777 or kstevenson@azconference.org
Men’s Ministries – Camp Meeting June 5-13
Calling all men, younger and older, to attend an exciting new class, “The Quest for Authentic Manhood”, a seminar to help men pinpoint their own identity, personal vision, and insight into what God had in mind when He first brought man into the world. This interactive seminar will take place every day during camp meeting, from 2:30-4:00 p.m., location: Alaska Room. Free materials to the first 35 registrants. Go to www.AZConference.org/mensministries to register.
Hispanic Ministries Camp meeting – June 15-20
Hispanic Ministries is hosting their annual family camp meeting from June 15-20 with Pr. Alejandro Bullon as the guest speaker. For more information: Hispanic Ministries Campmeeting (flyer below)
Apache Junction SDA Church – June 22-26
Apache Junction Church will be hosting their VBS program “Mountain of Miracles” from June 22-26 starting at 6:00pm. Location: Apache Junction Church 1650 S. Ironwood Dr, Apache Junction, AZ. For more information contact Nancy Andersen at 480-982-0221
Beacon Light Church – 1st Sunday of the Month
The Beacon Light Health and Temperance Department invites you to join them on Sunday morning hikes every 1st Sunday of the month.
Adobe Adventist Christian School – Open Enrollment
Adobe Adventist Christian School registration for 2026-27 school year is now open. Apply at adobe.adventistschoolconnect.org or call 480-216-9581
Thunderbird Christian Elementary – Open Enrollment
Thunderbird Christian Elementary is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year 2026-2027. If you would like a tour or more information, please contact office@thunderbirdelementary.org or call/text 480-991-6705
TAA Golf Tournament – Earlybird Registration is open
The TAA Golf Tournament is now open. Enjoy a morning of community, friendly competition, and lasting impact as we raise funds for Phase 2 of the TAA Auditorium Renovation. Location: Orange Tree Golf Resort. Tournament Format: Four-person Scramble. After Play: Awards, prizes, raffle drawings and a delicious Southwest Mexican Fiesta lunch buffet. Thank you for helping us make a difference. See you on the green! Registration and more information can be found at: thunderbirdacademy.org/golf.html
We have also included a link to our 2026 calendar which is available on our website as well. Arizona Conference Calendar 2026: Microsoft Outlook – Monthly Style
