ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

Weekly Worship Messages

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, May 18th, 2025

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May 13, 2025

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, you teach us that without love, our actions gain nothing. Pour into our hearts your most excellent gift of love, that, made alive by your Spirit, we may know goodness and peace, through …

Don’t Miss Christ in Life’s Unexpected Encounters (He’s There)

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May 8, 2025

A little over a month ago, I was leading worship at Esperanza, and in a lot of ways it was a typical Sunday morning worship. The kids (some of them mine) were making noise in the Prayground area of worship …

Prepare for Worship: Sunday, May 11th, 2025

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May 8, 2025

Prayer of the Day O God of peace, you brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great shepherd of the sheep. By the blood of your eternal covenant, make us complete in everything good that we may …

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 …

Christ is Risen! Now What?

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April 27, 2025

Alleluia! Christ is risen! So… now what? The truth is, the disciples themselves weren’t sure what to do after they had received the news that Christ was alive again. Mary Magdalene, after seeing Jesus alive in the garden in John’s …

Return of the prodigal son, Relief on main altar in the church of Saint Matthew in Stitar, Croatia on November 24, 2015

The Father’s Prodigal Love

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March 30, 2025

This parable in scripture we hear in Luke’s gospel today is often given a name. It’s often called the parable of…. What…? The Prodigal Son. The Prodigal Son. But how many of us know what the word “prodigal” really means? …

Close-up of the word 'Hiring!' written in white chalk on a blackboard, ideal for recruitment themes.

Seeking Children of Hope Child Development Center Preschool Director – Read for more information.

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May 14, 2025

Children of Hope Preschool, a ministry of Esperanza Lutheran Church, is seeking a full time Preschool Director to partner with an amazing established staff to continue a tradition of excellence in stewarding the growth and development of youth between the …

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

Please Attend The Annual Congregation Meeting On Sunday, May 18th Following The 9:00 AM Service

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May 14, 2025

Council President Chris Armfield and Your Esperanza Church Council encourage you to save the date and attend our Sunday, May 18th Annual Congregation Meeting. We will meet in person at 10:15 AM in the Sanctuary. The agenda items will include: …

2025 Election – Council and Nominating Committee Nominees Announced

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May 14, 2025

We are pleased to announce that the Nominating Committee is promoting the below council nominees (4) and nominating committee nominees (6) for congregation approval at our Sunday, May 18th, 2025 congregation meeting (in alphabetical order by last name). Note: This …

Breakfast for 236? Sure, We Can Do That – and We Did

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May 8, 2025

Thank you to the 15 volunteers from Esperanza who prepared and served a pancake breakfast May 4 at Grace Lutheran Church to feed the homeless in the area. Grace Lutheran Church is located in central Phoenix. A total of 236 …

This Sunday! Pancake Breakfast for Homeless at Grace Lutheran

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May 2, 2025

Esperanza is preparing and serving a pancake breakfast for the homeless on Sunday, May 4, hosted by Grace Lutheran Church in downtown Phoenix. As many as 100 guests are expected. Here are the details: Volunteers will need to be on …

Volunteers Make Latest I-HELP Dinner a Success

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April 24, 2025

Many thanks to the 14 volunteers who served our 19 guests at the I-HELP dinner. Everything was delicious and the room was alive with conversation! I-HELP individuals work with a case manager and establish personal and professional goals to regain …

Saturday May 17

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

Sunday May 18

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: Congregation Meeting
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 May 19

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