During the January 22, 2023 annual congregational meeting, we approved the 2023 Nominating Committee membership. Per the Esperanza Constitution, the Nominating Committee should consist of six voting members of the congregation, two of whom, if possible, shall be outgoing members …
…and so it begins! As you’ll read in the article by Liz Farquar, the transition team has formed, met, and charted a course for the transition process here at Esperanza. We give thanks to God for those who said yes …
The transition team met for the first time on Saturday. Paul Beeks, Liz Farquhar, Michelle Tinsley and Paul Wagner are working with Pastor Sarah to plan the worship, prayer and dialogue opportunities that will help us find, welcome and work …
This Sunday, January 22, at 10:15am, we will have our Annual January Congregational Meeting. Important Documents (rollover and click links below – 1 & 2) 1.) Letter from Finance Chair Mark Entsminger 2.) Mission Plan V3 We will decide on …
The much-anticipated annual Trivia Night fellowship event, hosted by the Children of Hope Preschoool, is tomorrow evening, January 21st! Join us at 6pm – 10pm for an evening of fun and laughter! Prizes will be awarded for the winning trivia …
Prayer of the Day Lord God, your loving kindness always goes before us and follows after us. Summon us into your light, and direct our steps in the ways of goodness that come through the cross of your Son, Jesus …
On February 19th and February 26th at 2 p.m to 4:30 p.m. join the Grand Canyon Synod for Confernce Gatherings. The theme is Church Together: From Worry…To Wonder February 19th – St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Phoenix February 26th – …
People of Hope: Last week, I shared the Bridges Transition Model which sees transition as a process of endings, a neutral zone, and then new beginnings. After two months of serving God and God’s people here at Esperanza, it seems …
On Sunday, January 15 at 12:00 pm, all are welcome as we mourn the death and celebrate the life of Steve Lung. Following the service in the sanctuary, we will gather in the fellowship hall for a time of food …
Get your tool belt, hammer, hard helmet and saw and come help kick off the new Habitat for Humanity Build! It’s a wonderful opportunity to give back and Esperanza is proud to be involved in this important ministry! Click Here …
Prayer of the Day Holy God, our strength and our redeemer, by your Spirit hold us forever, that through your grace we may worship you and faithfully serve you, follow you and joyfully find you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior …
Esperanza came through again for families and seniors in need with a generous donation of Christmas gifts via Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest. Our church worked with LSS-SW to provide gifts for 15 underprivileged and refugee families along with …