Saint Barnabas

Book Club | December
2026-12-17 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Phoenix)
Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. Even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing, you may still enjoy the conversation. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club, a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years. Read below for this month’s book reading. Questions? Contact the church office.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
December 17, 2026
The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis (Christian Faith: 111 pp.)
“Explores themes of morality, faith, and human nature”
Questions? Please email Karen Talus
Location: Saint Barnabas

Blood Drive | December
2026-12-23 08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday, October 28, 8am to 12 noon | The Music Center
This is one significant way to help our community friends and neighbors. Scroll down for helpful links with important information on Donor Eligibility, Donor Preparation, Parental Consent forms (for 16 – 17 year olds), general information, and even a Self-Scheduling link. Appointments are required to participate in this Blood Drive. No drop-ins will be allowed to donate.

Please contact the church office, and we will connect you with Kim McClintic at 480-213-2629 for any assistance.

*Please note one essential requirement: All donors (and volunteers) must wear a protective mask at the blood drive.
Give blood, save lives! Thank you for your generosity!
Click below to learn more about donor eligibility:

Donor Eligibility Phone: 877-258-4825

Donor Preparation:

Appointments are required.
#1 deferral for women is low iron. Women begin eating iron-rich foods.
Begin drinking lots of water – hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
Eat before donation (no fasting).
Bring a photo ID reflecting first and last names.
Visit the restroom before beginning the blood donation process.
Due to updated CDC regulations, all donors (volunteers) must wear a protective cloth covering (bandana) or mask at the blood drive.

Parental Consent Form Link (16 & 17-year-olds):
https://www.vitalant.org/getattachment/Resources/Donor-Forms/Minor-Donor-Permit/BS_319RS_rev6.pdf.aspx?lang=en-US

Visit https://www.vitalant.org/home.aspx– The landing page offers the most updated information regarding COVID-19 and donations.
Registration will become available closer to the date. Once available, click the link below to schedule your appointment.
or Visit: www.bloodhero.com and select “Blood Drive Code” then enter code: SaintB

For help with scheduling, please contact the church office and we will put you in touch with Hank Parker.

Location: Saint Barnabas
6715 N. Mockingbird Ln.
Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Book Club | January
2027-01-21 09:30
Join in!

Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. You may still enjoy the conversation even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club – a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
January 21, 2027
Song in a Weary Throat: Memoir of an American Pilgrimage by Pauli Murray (Memoir: 624 pp.)
“A prophetic memoir by the activist who ‘articulated the intellectual foundations’ (The New Yorker) of the civil rights and women’s rights movements”
Questions? Please email Karen Talus
Location: Saint Barnabas

Book Club | February
2027-02-18 09:30 - 11:30
Join in!

Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. Even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing, you may still enjoy the conversation. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club – a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
February 18, 2027
The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride (Memoir: 295 pp.)
Questions? Please email Karen Talus
Location: Saint Barnabas

Book Club | March
2027-03-18 09:30 - 11:30
Join in!

Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. Even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing, you may still enjoy the conversation. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club – a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
March 18, 2027
Sister, Sinner: The Miraculous Life and Mysterious Disappearance of Aimee Semple McPherson by Claire Hoffman (Biography and History: 473 pp.)
“Chronicles the dramatic rise, disappearance, and near-fall of Aimee Semple McPherson, America’s most famous woman evangelist”
Questions? Please email Karen Talus
Location: Saint Barnabas

Book Club | April
2027-04-15 09:30 - 11:30
Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. Even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing, you may still enjoy the conversation. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club, a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years. Read below for this month’s book reading. Questions? Contact the church office.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
Apr 15: Unbowed: A Memoir by Wangari Maathai (Memoir: 354 pp.)
“A remarkable memoir of courage, faith, and the power of persistence… from Kenya to the world stage”

Questions? Please email Karen Talus
Location: Saint Barnabas

Book Club | May
2027-05-20 09:30 - 11:30
Join in!

Love to read? In the grand tradition of passing on a great book to a friend, we invite you to share and discuss your reading experience with fellow book lovers. Our Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 10 am in The Other Cup, September through May. Even if you haven’t read the book we’re discussing, you may still enjoy the conversation. You are welcome to arrive at 9:30 am for fellowship; our discussion begins at 10 am. All are invited to join our book club, a beloved group that has been part of life at Saint Barnabas for over 30 years. Read below for this month’s book reading. Questions? Contact the church office.
See our 2026/2027 schedule and reading list by CLICKING HERE.
Please note: May is our last session of this season. We will break for the summer and resume in September.
May 20 – City of Falling Angels by John Berendt (History and Travel: 444 pp.)
“The magic, mystery, and decadence of Venice… the truth behind a sensational fire”
Questions? Please email Karen Talus.
Location: Saint Barnabas
