Keith’s ministry among us has been extraordinary.
For 31 years, Keith Koster has shared his extraordinary gifts with Saguaro Christian Church. Across more than three decades, he has helped shape the worship life of this congregation in countless ways. Thirty-one is more than a number. It's thousands of Sundays, rehearsals, choir practices, Christmas Eves, Maundy Thursdays, Good Fridays, funerals, weddings, Easter mornings, celebrations and difficult seasons. It is choosing music for a particular moment, sitting down at the piano or organ, gathering musicians together, and helping a congregation find its voice. It’s living out one's faith in community with others. It’s leading Shelter and Bells and Choir and always remembering who needed a little extra attention. It’s the kindness shared when someone needed a reminder of belovedness. It's ALL of this and SOOOOOO much more. Keith has accompanied us, led us, challenged us creatively, helped us try new things, and provided a steady presence through season after season of Saguaro’s life. Keith’s ministry among us has been extraordinary. His creativity, musicianship, flexibility, faithfulness, and deep love he has for this congregation have left a mark on all of us that will last forever.
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We're hiring: Director of Music Ministries
It's true: At the end of this month, our beloved Keith Koster is retiring from his 30+ years as Creative Worship Director at Saguaro Christian Church!
There will never be another like him, but we're searching for our next Director of Music Ministries. Help us get the word out!
Saguaro Christian Church is seeking a Director of Music Ministries. This person will work closely with the pastors, staff, and volunteers to create thoughtful and meaningful worship experiences that help people encounter God through music.
The ideal candidate is a creative collaborator and encouraging leader who enjoys working with people of all ages and musical abilities. The church’s Director of Music Ministries will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and leading the church’s music program.
Click here to read the job description and how to apply.
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Arizona Disciples Women Fall Retreat
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Pastor Kelley is the keynote speaker! Wende is the song leader!
Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13
Chapel Rock Conference Center, Prescott
Registration is open! Click here and register!
Enjoy worship, workshops, games, delicious food, singing, meeting friends new and old, nature, a raffle, service projects, and Pastor Kelley's keynote!
This year's retreat service project is gathering new/gently used children's books to distribute throughout Arizona.
There will be a gift card raffle, too.
Sunday's offering will support the organization Hope Walks, which provides colorfully painted braces to help babies born with club feet recover. (Participants in one of the Saturday workshops will paint some braces, too.)
Register now!
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Disciples General Assembly
Registration is now open for the 2026 General Assembly, taking place online July 10–11. Join Disciples from across the United States and Canada for worship, learning, fellowship, and discernment as we gather around the theme BEYOND: Love Surpassing. Participants will hear from inspiring preachers and speakers who will challenge, encourage, and equip us for faithful ministry in the world. Register today, $30 per person, and be part of this historic gathering of the church.
Register today! You can watch from home or join the watch party at Saguaro!
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Becoming the Beloved Community; Living Like Christ in the World Today
In a world that has us asking why and how every day, as followers of Christ we have a calling to love those who the world casts aside. We are called to welcome, forgive, share, teach, and of course love wholly and fully. We as Disciples of Christ are striving each day to live as a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world, creating a beloved community together. A beloved community where all are welcomed, where the table is open to everyone – no exclusions, where God’s presence enfolds every member of Creation. We will explore this season how to respond as Christ would in today’s times, becoming the beloved community together.
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Shopping for Saguaro's ministries
Thanks for remembering our Food Pantry, Sol Food, and Be The Neighbor when you're grocery shopping!
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You Matter: Finding Our Place with the Psalms
A season rooted in the Psalms, holding space for each of God’s beloveds to show up exactly as they are. We will journey together through the writings of the Psalmists to hear how our spirits, bodies, sillies, safety, needs, and relationships are all holy and Spirit filled, uniting us to the divine in praise and in presence.
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Brady Scholarship Applications for 2026-27 academic year
We are now accepting applications for the Brady Scholarship. To be considered for the 2026-27 academic year, applications must be completed and submitted to the Church office by June 4, 2026. Applications are available by calling the office 520-296-5901 or by emailing info@saguarochristian.org.
The Brady Scholarship awards will be made in mid-July, and recipients will be notified by mail.
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Volunteer opportunity at Saguaro
The Pantry gives out our emergency food bags from the Saguaro Center as a part of Sol Food Hospitality Feeding Ministries.
In the Saguaro Center, our neighbors can come in and cool down, use the bathroom, and just chat with someone! They'll be able to select additional items as well. We're excited to try! We'd LOVE your help!
Reach out to the church office if you have an hour or two to volunteer!
email info@saguarochristian.org
or call the church office 520-296-5901
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Water our pollinator garden?
Do you want a few moments alone with God?
Do you have a few moments to give to creation?
If so, you might like watering our pollinator garden!
Connecting to the Earth is a powerful way to connect with God.
We need some additional people to give our lovely garden a drink. If you are interested email the church office at info@saguarochristian.org.
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Quail Hour Updates
April 12–May 17
The next Quail Hour session will be a 6-week study of the book "Worth Fighting For - Finding Courage & Compassion When Cruelty is Trending" by John Pavlovitz, with a break Sunday for Memorial Day weekend on May 24th.
May 31–June 21
A 4-week session learning about the BE THE NEIGHBOR program and helping prepare for the guests who will arrive on Sunday June 21st.
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Scripture for the Wilderness Journey
Led and facilitated by Bill Imes during Quail Hour on Sundays at 11:15
Lenten Study for the five Sundays in March which will focus on the Bible and its place in our faith lives.
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Fundamaya
from Saguaro’s Lea Cuzner:
February 2026
Dear Friends,
I went to Guatemala with an organization called FundaMaya in 2023 with my sister’s UCC church in California. I am going again this year from March 6 – 15. I would like to ask for your help.
This organization is well established in the Lake Atitlan area and provides a variety of services to the Mayan people. They have programs that focus on education, family aid, sewing, income-generating programs and homes for animals. Over 80% of their employees are Mayan. During our time with FundaMaya, we will be painting murals in the FundaMaya preschools, working on the sewing/quilting vocational education program, donating and installing fuel-efficient, safe stoves and beds to families in need. We will be taking donations to and participating in activities at their preschools, fellowshipping with and feeding lunch at one of their Elder Care Programs, and taking some time for cultural activities.
If you would like to support some of our endeavors in Guatemala, the following are donations that the Community Church of Poway is collecting:
Shoes and socks for preschoolers, sizes 10 – 2 and reading glasses
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Into the Wilderness: Lent at Saguaro Christian Church
Jesus went into the wilderness, a time during which he was tempted with all tht one could imagine as the riches of the world. Yet he did not falter; he did not waiver; he stayed true to who he was and who he was born to be. In the wilderness, more of who Jesus is was revealed to us. We have an opportunity to take this season of Lent and use it to discover more about who we are—to journey with on another in experiencing the world and experiencing ourselves anew. We may be change, we may stay the same, but we will certainly see the presence of God in whatever wilderness we wander through.
We invite you to sign up / show up for any or all of these Lenten events!
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What's next for QUAIL HOUR
Beginning February 22, Bill Imes will lead "Scripture for the Wilderness Journey" with guidance on how to read scripture!
Linger after worship and go to Quail Hour!
Education and Opportunities
for Community and Connection
after worship in the Quail Room
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