People of Hope: Every Jan. 6, we celebrate the day of Epiphany, the day we remember the magi discovering the baby Jesus. The Epiphany story from Matthew 2 doesn’t stand up well to historical-critical scrutiny, but it still proclaims a …
People of Hope: Every Jan. 6, we celebrate the day of Epiphany, the day we remember the magi discovering the baby Jesus. The Epiphany story from Matthew 2 doesn’t stand up well to historical-critical scrutiny, but it still proclaims a …
How do you wish to serve? How might you shine Jesus’ light at Esperanza and in the larger community? On Sundays, Jan. 7 and 14, the stewardship team will encourage you to fill out a Time & Talent survey. The …
Prayer of the Day Holy God, creator of light and giver of goodness, your voice moves over the waters. Immerse us with your grace, and transform us by your Spirit, that we may follow after your Son, Jesus Christ, our …
How much was Esperanza’s partnership worth to the Kyrene Family Resource Center in 2023? A ton! Well, more than half a ton, anyway. Over the year, we donated 1,200 pounds of food to the center, which provides food, school supplies, …
Get caught up with the Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for January 2024
Your belief that God has plans for our congregation is evident as you are declaring your generosity! To date, we have received 66 intents toward our goal of 61 (108%)! (photo of congregants making their physical intents) If you haven’t …
Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you wonderfully created the dignity of human nature and yet more wonderfully restored it. In your mercy, let us share the divine life of the one who came to share our humanity, Jesus Christ, …
Prayer of the Day Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that would obstruct your mercy, that willingly we may bear your redeeming love to all the world, …
November 2023 YTD Revenue Expense Net Income/(Loss) Actual $297,529 $276,463 $21,066 Plan $273,150 $274,067 ($917) Through November, pledge giving is almost $16,000 ahead of our plan, while non-pledge giving is about $1,000 below. Rental donation receipts are $9,500 better than …
Get caught up with the Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for December 2023
Esperanza! Did you know that earlier this year we formed a Community Outreach Team? The mission of the Outreach Team is to serve and connect with the community by sharing the love of Christ in meaningful, supportive, and uplifting ways. …
People of Hope: When the Angel Gabriel comes to Mary to announce she will bear the Son of the Most High who will sit on the throne of his ancestor David and reign over the house of Jacob forever, Mary …