At a joyous service last Sunday, October 31, we welcomed seven of our youth as they affirmed the promises made at their baptism. We welcomed them as fellow travelers along the road of faith. From left in the group photo: …
At a joyous service last Sunday, October 31, we welcomed seven of our youth as they affirmed the promises made at their baptism. We welcomed them as fellow travelers along the road of faith. From left in the group photo: …
What a night! We had an evening of delicious food and good conversation on Saturday! And who would have expected a spooky miniature golf game to greet us at the gate? A big thank you to General Brad Somero for …
Winter looms in other parts of the country, signaling an end to the growing season, but autumn is actually the beginning of our second annual growing season in the Valley of the Sun. It’s the perfect time to plant beets, …
Construction of the Jama Family home continues to proceed very well. We just completed putting the sheathing on the roof In preparation for the installation of the shingles. Hopefully this Saturday we’ll be able to begin putting on the roofing …
Service Project Our youth group and confirmation class are working on a service project and the congregation can join in! They will be stuffing Christmas stockings made by Needy Newborns, a community group that assembles layettes for babies born into …
The Children of Hope Preschool is once again offering delicious pastry and the chance to purchase kids books just in time for the holidays! Place your order for Butter Braids by November 5, and browse the book sale after church …
Esperanza is participating in the “Cozy Nights for Older Adults” drive in support of Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest. LSS-SW provides services and care for over 1,300 older adults and those with disabilities in Arizona. Many of their clients …
Dear People of Hope, As I write this letter, the cool air of an autumn desert morning is coming in the open door of the church office along with the laughter of our Children of Hope Preschool children and their …
For many years our community has supported a newborn support group. The name has changed a few times, but the goal remains the same: helping newborns who need clothing, diapers etc. The Ahwatukee chapter has been meeting at Esperanza for …
Esperanza cooks have been delivering encouragement to doctors, nurses and other health care staff since the pandemic began in March 2020. You can help! Here’s how we got started. In April 2020, when the COVID_19 pandemic was gaining momentum, Esperanza …
As is tradition here at Esperanza, we will all gather in ONE WORSHIP SERVICE AT 9:30 A.M. to celebrate our young people who are affirming their baptisms. They have been learning and growing in their faith and now are ready to take …
Pastor Annemarie and Deacon Connie toured Esperanza recently to show our people putting their faith to work in service and the places where we lift our hearts in worship. Watch hope growing on the vine in the garden that is …