Esperanza needs volunteers to help prepare and serve a pancake breakfast to homeless individuals on Sunday, Feb. 11, in downtown Phoenix. Grace Lutheran Church hosts the breakfast every Sunday. Here is what volunteers need to know: Volunteers will need to …
The Esperanza council has selected a free course among several that are available to ELCA congregations. The course is Volunteer Recruitment and Retention – How To – With Paul Marsh, and we can have an unlimited number of congregational participants. …
News from the Grand Canyon Synod Office: We are excited to invite you to our annual Spring Gatherings, themed “Embody the Word” and set for Feb. 4 and March 17. These gatherings are not just meetings; they are opportunities for …
People of Hope: Today, I give thanks to God for speaking clearly to and through the call committee! You, the Esperanza community, have called your next pastor! At this moment, that pastor is still in the process of sharing the …
We are people of hope! And because we are, we have a message to share with our community at large. On Sunday, Jan. 21, from 1-3 p.m., we will open our sanctuary to the community and of course the Esperanza …
Prayer of the Day Almighty God, by grace alone you call us and accept us in your service. Strengthen us by your Spirit, and make us worthy of your call, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Readings for the …
People of Hope: Tonight members of Esperanza will have the opportunity to meet our Pastor Candidate at 6:00 P.M. I give thanks to God for you, the Esperanza community! In the time I have served as your interim pastor, I …
Prayer of the Day Thanks be to you, Lord Jesus Christ, most merciful redeemer, for the countless blessings and benefits you give. May we know you more clearly, love you more dearly, and follow you more nearly, day by day …
All are welcome and encouraged to attend Lutheran Day at the Legislature! This year, Lutherans will gather on Thursday, Jan. 18, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Wesley Bolin Plaza near the State Capitol to meet other advocates, learn about bills coming …
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 …