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Weekly Worship Messages

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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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 …

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Prepare for Worship: Holy Week, 2026

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April 4, 2026

Maundy Thursday, April 2 Prayer of the Day Holy God, source of all love, on the night of his betrayal, Jesus gave us a new commandment, to love one another as he loves us. Write this commandment in our hearts, …

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News

Hey, Guys: Next Men’s Group Lunch – Wednesday, April 8th at noon

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April 7, 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 …

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

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April 7, 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 …

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Calendar

Upcoming Meetings and Events at Esperanza – Click, Print and Post!

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April 7, 2026

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: …

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This Saturday, April 11, 2026! Garden of Eatin’ Sips & Snacks 5 P.M. – 7 P.M.

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April 5, 2026

We are excited to kick-off our 2026 Garden activities.  Here is an update of upcoming events and leadership. Spring Sips and Snacks which is held in the garden Saturday, April 11th, 5pm to 7 pm. Bring either an appetizer or …

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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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Join Us For Good Friday Featuring a Service of Tenebrae

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April 2, 2026

Following our Maundy Thursday service, we turn our attention to Jesus’ journey to the cross. Friday evening at 7pm our worship continues as we witness the story again of Jesus’ betrayal, trial before civil and religious authorities, and condemnation to …

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Community Involvement

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

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April 7, 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 …

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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. …

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Kyrene Schools Need Shoes and We Can Help Provide Them

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April 2, 2026

Counselors at the Kyrene School District have requested tennis shoes for children of families in need. The Kyrene Family Resource Center is ramping up to respond to this need. Accordingly, we are asking those who attend Esperanza for donations of …

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Esperanza to Pack Naloxone Kits for SPW on April 12

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March 26, 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 …

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Listening to First-Graders Read – March 24, 26, 27, 30, 31 – Sign Up Now!

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March 16, 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 …

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW A CALENDAR OF ALL UPCOMING EVENTS

April 2026

Tuesday April 7

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Men's Group (nooners)
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Outreach Team Meeting - 2nd Tues of Each Month

Wednesday April 8

9:00 am – 10:00 am
12-Step Group Meeting
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Mary Circle / Prayer Shawl Group
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Esperanza's Men's Lunch Group Meeting
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 April 9

10:00 am – 11:30 am
Thursday Matters Bible Study
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Esperanza Lutheran Church

2601 E. Thunderhill Place, Phoenix, AZ 85048