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Weekly Worship Messages

Silent Night? Maybe Not, But the Holiness Matters Most

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December 19, 2024

As we approach the blessed celebration of Christmas Eve and the birth of Jesus, I’m reminded of how deeply we connect this holy season to the gift of song. Many of us have Christmas carols that we hold dear, and …

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, December 22nd, 2024

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December 16, 2024

Prayer of the Day Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that binds us, that we may receive you in joy and serve you always, for you live …

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, December 15th, 2024

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December 12, 2024

Prayer of the Day Stir up the wills of your faithful people, Lord God, and open our ears to the preaching of John, that, rejoicing in your salvation, we may bring forth the fruits of repentance; through Jesus Christ, our …

confused lost unsure puzzled text on wooden signpost outdoors in the rain.

Good morning, you brood of vipers!

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December 15, 2024

I have to be honest, at first I think it’s hard to see the “good news” that is being proclaimed by John in our gospel today. And I think it’s partly because John is so direct about how he addresses …

Conceptual Image Of The Word Trust Chiselled Into Stone Or Rock

Where We Place Our Trust

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November 24, 2024

I usually don’t start my sermons with a disclaimer, but every now and again it’s worth it. This Sunday is Christ the King Sunday. It’s where as a community and as leaders in the church we’re challenged to examine our …

The top of wailing wall of Jerusalem city

Certainty in God Alone

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November 17, 2024

Sometimes I think it’s important to remind ourselves that when we read scripture, we’re reading it not just as if Jesus were speaking to those present in those moments that are being recorded, but he’s also speaking to those first …

2024 Mission Plan Results Through November

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December 16, 2024

November 2024 YTD Revenue Expense Net Income/(Loss) Actual $346,296 $298,692 $47,605 Plan $296,200 $302,735 ($6,535) Through November, total receipts continue to run well ahead of our plan. Pledge giving is about 4% ahead of expectation, while non-pledge giving is well …

Christmas Poinsettias Order Before December 22nd

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December 16, 2024

Help decorate our worship space for Christmas by donating a poinsettia by December 22nd. Each plant costs $20 and 30 plants have been ordered. Sign-up & Donation: Please submit your check made payable to Esperanza Lutheran Church with a copy …

Prayerfully Consider a Giving Intent to Help Meet Our Goal of 73 Intents for 2025

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December 16, 2024

On behalf of the church finance team and council, I would like to express my appreciation to all who prayerfully make an intention and for all who donate to fund the ministries, the staff positions and the property upkeep of …

Esperanza to Assist with Dinner Jan. 2 for Family Promise

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December 16, 2024

Esperanza volunteers again will help the people of St. Benedict’s Catholic Church by hosting one evening’s dinner for Family Promise families. We will serve the families at St. John Bosco School, located at 16035 S. 48th St., south of Chandler …

Total From Adopt-a-Street for 2024: 29 Bags of Trash

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December 15, 2024

A great big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our City of Phoenix Adopt-a-Street cleanups for 2024! We had a total of four street cleanups, and we are planning to continue this outreach project in 2025. Anticipated dates and …

This Sunday Volunteers Needed! Street Cleanup Sunday, December 8th

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December 4, 2024

Please join us on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. for our fourth Adopt-a-Street cleanup of 2024! We will park and meet at Kyrene de la Esperanza Elementary School, which is located at the intersection of South Ranch Circle and …

Saturday December 21

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Men's Group
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Al-Anon Meeting - Every 3rd Saturday at 5pm

Sunday December 22

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 December 23

9:00 am – 10:00 am: Women's Group
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Men's Group (nooners)
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm: Girl Scout Troop 3384
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Jazz Group Practice