The Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA will present a symposium on Saturday, Feb. 17, exploring the history and theology of Christian nationalism and providing information on how we can respond. Those interested can attend in person at Peace Lutheran …
The Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA will present a symposium on Saturday, Feb. 17, exploring the history and theology of Christian nationalism and providing information on how we can respond. Those interested can attend in person at Peace Lutheran …
Several Esperanza members supported Kyrene de la Esperanza’s students by attending their STEM fair on Jan. 24. Eight students had projects to display, and STEM stations were set up by the K-2 teachers and students. Thank you to the volunteers …
Get caught up with the Children of Hope Preschool Newsletter for February 2024
People of Hope: In a well known biblical passage, Ecclesiastes reminds us: For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven … a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted. …
Our Esperanza community is 35 years old next year! In February 1988, the charter establishing us as an ELCA church was approved. The original document is framed and on view in the church office. This is a joyous time in …
Prayer of the Day Compassionate God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring wholeness to all that is broken and speak truth to us in our confusion, that all …
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 …