ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

Weekly Worship Messages

Created for Good: That’s Us, and It Takes Different Forms

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October 12, 2024

“For we are what God has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life.” (Ephesians 2:10) Over the past few weeks, national and international crises have taken center stage …

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, October 13th, 2024

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October 12, 2024

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us your gift of faith, that, forsaking what lies behind and reaching out to what lies ahead, we may follow the way of your commandments and receive the crown of …

One Small Thing Can Begin To Add Up

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October 3, 2024

Over the course of a given week, it seems there are a lot of things that happen that can give us additional anxiety. Beyond the day-to-day stresses, there are also the big picture stresses that happen in our nation and …

Portrait Of Shocked Man 's Hand Holding Silver Broken Key

Challenging our Familiar Dysfunctions

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September 29, 2024

This gospel message that we hear today is not for the faint of heart. It’s discomforting, to say the least. Because this is one of those texts where we realize how important it is to take the Bible seriously, but …

The beggars sat beside the street with a homeless message. Please help and work with food.

Called to Respond

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September 8, 2024

You never have to go far to find somebody in need. It’s something that Jesus knew intimately, as he tried without success to avoid notice in our scripture reading today. It’s also something that we’re reminded of every day. Check …

Senior washing hands in white background, Close up and Macro shot, Selective focus.

Sharing Words of Hope

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September 1, 2024

It really kind of feels like the disciples are getting attacked for a pretty minor infraction in our gospel today, isn’t it? After all, it’s not harming anybody else that they may not have properly washed their hands before eating. …

A dog that is lying down and looking at the camera

Blessing of the Animals Saturday, October 19th at 9:00 A.M. –

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October 12, 2024

All creatures, with the strict exception of snakes, are welcome at the Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 9 a.m. Treats and water will be provided for non-human animals, and blessings will abound. In this brief worship, …

Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for October

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October 12, 2024

Get caught up with the Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for October 2024

Congregation Meeting Scheduled for Sunday, November 17th Following 9:00 AM Service.

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October 12, 2024

There will be a Congregation Meeting on Sunday, November 17th following the 9:00 AM service. Meeting agenda items will include voting to: • Approve the Congregation Meeting Minutes from Esperanza’s May 19, 2024, meeting. • Approve the 6-month “Stub” Budget …

Help With Food Needs at Kyrene Family Resource Center

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October 12, 2024

Esperanza is helping with food needs on two different fronts at the Kyrene Family Resource Center. Currently, the center needs the following for families: peanut butter, gallon freezer bags, and spaghetti pasta and sauce. Some children in the Kyrene School …

Help Hungry Schoolchildren in Kyrene With Food-Bag Drive

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October 12, 2024

The school year has begun, and some children in the Kyrene School District are coming to class in the morning hungry, struggling to focus on learning. The Kyrene Family Resource Center, which has had a longtime partnership with Esperanza, is …

Work Event for Kyrene Family Resource Center on Oct. 26

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October 12, 2024

The Kyrene Family Resource Center needs help to separate donations, stock food shelves, pack hygiene supplies, and assist with other tasks. In response to this need, a work event has been scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. …

Tuesday October 15

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Men's Group (nooners)

Wednesday October 16

9:00 am – 10:00 am: 12-Step Group Meeting
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Mary Circle / Prayer Shawl Group
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 October 17

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