ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

Weekly Worship Messages

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, July 6th, 2025

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July 1, 2025

Prayer of the Day O God, the Father of our Lord Jesus, you are the city that shelters us, the mother who comforts us. With your Spirit accompany us on our life’s journey, that we may spread your peace in all …

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, June 29th, 2025

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June 27, 2025

Prayer of the Day Sovereign God, ruler of all hearts, you call us to obey you, and you favor us with true freedom. Keep us faithful to the ways of your Son, that, leaving behind all that hinders us, we …

Rest’s Most Important Lesson: Putting Our Trust in Jesus

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June 19, 2025

I’ll be honest, a lot of us are dealing with major stressors in our lives. Maybe it’s job stress. Maybe it’s a loved one who is struggling with health challenges. Maybe it’s the overall state of our nation and world. …

Brunette hispanic girl holding red megaphone surprised with an idea or question pointing finger with happy face, number one

One Voice

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June 22, 2025

Family of God, there’s work to be done. It’s holy work. It’s good work, it’s hard work. And yet, when we look at the state of our world, it’s apparent that most of the world – especially the powerful and …

Teambuilding game for group of people for getting team spirit and increase friendship for colleagues. Team game with ball and sticks.

All Together

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June 1, 2025

Alleluia! Christ is risen! Have any of you ever – either in work or a school environment – had to do one of those retreats where they do team building exercises? You know, trust falls, and the like? When I …

A vertical shot of the Jesus Christ standing in the water with his hands and head towards the sky

Transforming Witness

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May 4, 2025

Alleluia! Christ is risen! Well, fortunately, after all of that, I’ve managed to get the need to relate everything to Star Wars out of my system for today. After all, a reading from Acts involving a person who has ruthlessly …

HIRING! Preschool at Esperanza Seeks Lead Pre-K Teacher

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June 27, 2025

Children of Hope Preschool, a ministry of Esperanza Lutheran Church, is seeking a Lead Pre-K teacher to join an amazing established staff to continue a tradition of excellence in stewarding the growth and development of our pre-k children, preparing them …

Upcoming Worship Services & Events at Esperanza – Click, Print and Post!

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June 27, 2025

2025/2026 – Don’t be the last to know on what’s going on at Esperanza and our Community engagement & events! Keep up to date on all ministries, events and outside organizations visiting and using our campus, through our online calendar. Note: …

Hired! Jessica Mueller Named Our New Preschool Director

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June 12, 2025

We are thrilled to welcome our very own Jessica Mueller as our new Preschool Director! With a heart for early childhood education and a deep commitment to nurturing young learners, Mrs. Mueller brings over 15 years of early childhood experience …

Urgent Need for 2 Food Items at Kyrene Family Center

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June 27, 2025

On June 25, Esperanza received word from Kyrene Family Resource indicating a desperate need for dry beans and rice. Families in need are requesting these food items faster than shelves can be stocked. If you can help with a donation …

Esperanza to Help With Bottled Water and Snacks for Heat Respite

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June 27, 2025

For the last three years, Esperanza has prepared sack lunches for Grace Lutheran Church’s heat respite program for the homeless. Grace, located in downtown Phoenix, recently advised us of some changes to the program. Grace and eight other organizations (many …

July 22 Is the Next Date for Helping With I-HELP

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June 27, 2025

Esperanza’s next opportunity to serve I-HELP, the Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program, will be on Tuesday, July 22. We are planning a picnic theme of cool foods, such as three-bean salad, coleslaw, fruit to complement Tastees, and hot dogs. Sign …

Wednesday July 2

9:00 am – 10:00 am: 12-Step Group Meeting
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Mary Circle / Prayer Shawl Group
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Shawl Group Knitting 1st Wednesday of Each Month
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Men's Group (nooners)
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Esperanza Staff Meeting - Fellowship Hall
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Boy Scout Troop 14 & Girl Scout Troop 3014
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Esperanza Choir Practice

Thursday July 3

10:00 am – 11:30 am: Thursday Matters Bible Study
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Men's Group (nooners)
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm: In-Person Women's Bible Study