ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

Weekly Worship Messages

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, April 12th, 2026

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April 9, 2026

Prayer of the Day Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith in you and receive the fullness of Christ’s blessing, who lives …

CORRECTION: Easter Sunday Sunrise Service is 6:30 A.M.

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April 4, 2026

Sunrise Worship Service is 6:30 A.M. in the Lower Labyrinth. Prior communication stated 6:00 A.M. Sorry for any confusion. Thank you.

Easter Sunday: 6:30 A.M. Sunrise Easter Service, Pancake Breakfast, 9 A.M. Easter Service & Easter Egg Hunt

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April 4, 2026

Easter Sunday (4/5) 6:30 A.M. Sunrise Worship with Holy Communion (Lower Labyrinth) – No live-stream 7:30 A.M. – 8:45 A.M. Pancake Breakfast in Garden of Hope (Courtyard) 9:00 A.M. Easter Sunday Worship with Holy Communion (Sanctuary) – Live-stream 10:15 A.M. Easter …

This Saturday – Spring Sips & Snacks in the Garden of Eatin’ – Saturday, April 11, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.

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April 9, 2026

All are Welcome! Spring has arrived in the Garden with lots of beautiful tomatoes, vegies and even some strawberries! It is time to celebrate with our Sips and Snacks Event in the Garden of Eatin’ Saturday, April 11, 2026 Sips …

Hey, Guys: Next Men’s Group Lunch – Wednesday, April 15th at noon

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April 9, 2026

Sometimes guys just need a lunch group they can call their own. Otherwise, they might bust out the accordions, white pants, weird hats, and polka music. Things could get out of control. The next lunch for all men of Esperanza …

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

Please Attend The Annual Congregation Meeting On Sunday, May 17th Following The 9:00 AM Service

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April 9, 2026

Council President Chris Armfield and Your Esperanza Church Council encourage you to save the date and attend our Sunday, May 17th Annual Congregation Meeting. We will meet in person at 10:15 AM in the Sanctuary. The agenda items will include: …

2026 Esperanza Lutheran Church Constitution Changes

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April 9, 2026

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 …

Registration Open at Children of Hope Preschool Now (returning families) and March 2nd (new families)

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April 9, 2026

Enrollment for the upcoming 2026-27 school year at Children of Hope Preschool is open for returning families and for new families registration will open on March 2nd, 2026. Spots are limited! More information can be found at childrenofhopecdc.com or by …

Vacation Bible School June 2-4, 2026 – Register Now!

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April 9, 2026

The end of the school year is around the corner, which means that our ROAD TRIP! ON THE GO WITH GOD Vacation Bible School soon will be upon us and registration is now open! Register here: https://myesperanza.org/vbs The Vacation Bible …

This Saturday – Spring Sips & Snacks in the Garden of Eatin’ – Saturday, April 11, 2026 – 5:00 P.M.

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April 9, 2026

This Sunday (4/12) Help Pack Naloxone Kits for SPW after Worship Service

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April 9, 2026

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 …

Next I-HELP Dinner, With Mexican Theme, Set for April 28th

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April 9, 2026

Thank you to all of our volunteers who served dinner for I-HELP in February! We serve at Desert Cross Lutheran Church in south Tempe, and our next dinner will be Tuesday, April 28. Our dinner will have a Mexican theme. …

Listening to First-Graders Read in April – Sign Up Now!

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April 9, 2026

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 …

CORRECTION: Easter Sunday Sunrise Service is 6:30 A.M.

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April 4, 2026

Sunrise Worship Service is 6:30 A.M. in the Lower Labyrinth. Prior communication stated 6:00 A.M. Sorry for any confusion. Thank you.

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Tomorrow – Easter Parade Saturday, April 4th, 2026

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April 3, 2026

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. …

Friday April 10

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

Saturday April 11

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Men's Group
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Spring Sips and Snacks in the Garden of Eatin'

Sunday April 12

9:00 am – 10:00 am: Worship Service - In-person & Live-stream
10:00 am – 10:30 am: Fellowship
10:15 am – 12:00 pm: Narcan Kit Packing Event
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 April 13

9:00 am – 10:00 am: Women's Group