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Desert Palm United Church of Christ, Tempe, AZ

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With God's help, we are an Open and Affirming congregation, welcoming ALL people into full life. An Open and Affirming Congregation

09/14/2026

Arizona interfaith Power and Light’s fundraising mailing. Some of their volunteers had left but got this pic of Melanie and Ris. AZIPL is doing great work! Hope to have them at Church on an upcoming Sunday to educate us re the AZ Corporation Commission, energy costs, etc.

09/06/2026

A new year, a new season of Desert Palm Youth Group: Today some of our Middle and High Schoolers met during workshop service to begin deciding what they want their youth group to look like, do, and be like.

Many times the youth lifted up words like "community" "welcoming" and "together."

We we will keep dreaming together as we invite the youth to take ownership of their own gatherings and really live into this new season of togetherness in a great way. God is surely speaking through our young people. 🙏

09/04/2026

Sunday School Teachers help our children grow in faith, explore questions, and build relationships that encourage a sense of belonging and self confidence that can last a lifetime.

Intergenerational connections build community, give us sense of purpose, and create a thriving church.

At Desert Palm UCC we are grateful to have a dedicated and talented team of Christian Educators who are ready and excited to meet the children, learn and pray together.

Join us every Sunday at 9am!

09/02/2026

"Blessed are those with big hearts, for they will become teachers of Sunday School." ☺️🙏

This week we flipped the script on our Intergenerational Moment (aka Children's Moment) and we invited the Sunday School Teachers to come forward. We asked them: What made you say YES to teaching Sunday School? Answers included The kids are our future. Love God, love kids. I feel close to God when I am with the kids, and others.

Then the youth and kids came forward to present our dear Christian Educators with a flower 🌺 and a hand written note stating: "Thank you for helping me grow in God's word."

Desert Palm UCC lifts up our Sunday School Teachers with great gratitude for the relationships that they build with our children and youth.

Thank you dear teachers for your presence and all you do to help shape young hearts and plant seeds of faith.

Photos by Amy Gibson

08/27/2026

"A Sunday school teacher is a vibrant hero of the church, shaping young hearts and planting seeds of faith that last for eternity.” -unknown author

Desert Palm UCC Sunday School Teachers will be coming together this Sunday for our Fall Lunch and Connect event where we will brainstorm, plan, and collaborate for a new year of teaching and inspiring young minds and hearts.

If you are interested in becoming a Sunday School Teacher or Youth Mentor, reach out to Rev. Erin.

08/18/2026

This weekend Desert Palm UCC celebrated one of our youth, Daisy going off to college this fall. Gloria Fox presented her with a card signed by members of the congregation and a special gift. We wish her the best and send her blessings on her journey ahead to California State North Ridge. We are cheering you on Daisy!

08/02/2026

Rev. Dr. Al Gephart shared his message this morning at Desert Palm United Church of Christ, Tempe, AZ The Gospel According to Paul Simon. 🙏 ☺️

07/31/2026

The Gospel comes to us in many ways. For us Christians we certainly hear it in the words of scripture, and the teachings and life of Jesus.

But from the beginning God has been speaking to humankind in the depths of our souls, the beauty and wonder of creation and the wisdom of many.

We’ve noted through Pastor Tom’s summer movie series how God uses that medium. This Sunday, we welcome guest preacher Rev. Dr. Al Gephart as he invites us to consider the songs of Paul Simon as a venue for us to hear the Gospel, drawing us into deeper conversation and dialogue.

Come and join us at 9 am to hear this musical invitation towards greater knowledge and understanding.

07/28/2026

You Are Wonderfully Made 💙✨Back to School Blessings

This past Sunday, Desert Palm celebrated students, teachers, school staff, college students, and all those beginning a new season of learning with our Back-to-School Blessing.

Learning is sacred work and God walks with us into every classroom, campus, and new adventure. Together, we reminded our children, youth, and teachers that they are created in God’s image, deeply loved, and wonderfully made exactly as they are.

Inspired by Psalm 139:14 — “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made” — we prayed for courage, curiosity, compassion, joy, and confidence for the year ahead. Each person received a small care package from their church family as a reminder: you are loved, you belong, and we are cheering you on and will continue praying for you throughout the school year.

At Desert Palm, children and youth are valued members of our communityright now. We would love to welcome your family into a place where kids can ask questions, grow in faith, build friendships, and know they belong.

Come grow with us. 💙

07/25/2026

The Blessing Packs and Backpack Tags are all ready for our Back to School Blessing tomorrow (Sunday July 26th) at Desert Palm UCC.
We look forward to lifting up our kids, youth, college students and teachers as they prepare to begin a new year.
You are wonderfully made and God goes with you. Your church community is praying for you. ✏️ 🙏 ☺️

Address

1230 E. Guadalupe Road
Tempe, AZ
85283

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 1pm
Wednesday	9am - 1pm
Thursday	9am - 1pm
Friday	9am - 1pm
Sunday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+14805604305

Website

http://www.desertpalmucc.org/

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