Esperanza Lutheran Church

Esperanza Lutheran Church

Creating authentic connections and a deep
sense of belonging as a Christ-centered
community.

Weekly Worship Messages

A sunset over a body of water

Prayer of the Day Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross. In your mercy enable us to share in …

Identified by Faith

In light of some recent news, I’ve found myself noticing the types of specialty license plates people here in Arizona tend to drive. While the vast majority of people have a generic license plate, every now and again I find …

Prayer of the Day Bend your ear to our prayers, Lord Christ, and come among us. By your gracious life and death for us, bring light into the darkness of our hearts, and anoint us with your Spirit, for you …

News

Now! Lenten Challenge for ELCA World Hunger  Easter Mums Order Form (order by March 29th) HOPE Stones Order Form (order by February 20th) Schedule at a Glance: Ash Wednesday Worship (2/18), 7 P.M. – This service will be live-streamed. Mid-Week …

From October to November, four strategy sessions were held after Sunday services to hear from our members about our strategic strengths and development areas as we deploy ministries to our congregation and community. Six questions were asked in a guided …

Join us on Monday, March 30, 2026 in the Sanctuary for a casual Jazz get-together while we listen to our very own Steve Newell, Steve Waters, Dick Dorwart, Dave Coste and Dan Meyer from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Feel …

Get caught up with the Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for April 2026 Registrations is now open for COH Preschool 2026-2027 School Year Registration is now open for Vacation Bible School Registration for June 2-4, 2026.

Cardboard protest sign with text 'Your Voice Matters' emphasizes empowerment and advocacy.

Esperanza Congregation Members: At the 2025 Churchwide Assembly, the ELCA voted to amend the Model Constitution for Congregations. As a result of this vote, we now need to amend Esperanza’s constitution to reflect the required ELCA changes. A copy of …

Community Involvement

A group of people standing in a parking lot

50th Annual Kiwanis Easter Parade and Spring Festival We would love your help representing Esperanza Lutheran Church in the Easter Parade on April 4th at 10am. It’s a fun one-mile walk to share the joy of Easter with our community. …

On Sunday, April 12, following the church service, Esperanza will assist Sonoran Prevention Works (SPW) in packing naloxone (Narcan) kits in the Fellowship Hall. The event will conclude at noon. Last year, we packed 986 kits; our goal this year …

The first-grade teachers at Kyrene de la Esperanza Elementary School have given us the thumbs-up for the opportunity to listen (we are no longer reading) to a child read a teacher-chosen book. In the time you’re there, you might be …

We’re saying a big THANK YOU to the volunteers who provided dinner for the Family Promise guests on March 10. Everyone (including volunteers) enjoyed the meal provided for overnight guests at St. John Bosco school. Our next opportunity will likely …

A group of people posing for the camera

Please join us on Sunday, March 15, at 4 p.m. for our first Adopt-A-Street cleanup of 2026! We will again park and meet at Kyrene de la Esperanza Elementary School, at the intersection of South Ranch Circle and 41st Place. …

Counselors at the Kyrene School District have requested tennis shoes for children of families in need. The Kyrene Family Resource Center is ramping up to respond to this need. Accordingly, we are asking for donations of new tennis shoes. Here …

March 2026

Friday March 27

7:30 am – 8:30 am
Toastmasters (Ahwatukee Chamber)
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Men's Group (nooners)

Saturday March 28

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Men's Group

Sunday March 29

All Day
Palm Sunday
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Worship Service - In-person & Live-stream
10:00 am – 10:30 am
Fellowship
10:15 am – 11:00 am
Sunday Funday School - 10:15 Youth; 10:30 Adults
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Girl Scout Troop 3891

Monday March 30

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Women's Group
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Men's Group (nooners)