In a world beset by war and injustice, mental health concerns and family conflict, all are welcome to gather for Blue Christmas worship. Because Christmas is celebrated with such merriment in our culture, those who do not feel merry can …
In a world beset by war and injustice, mental health concerns and family conflict, all are welcome to gather for Blue Christmas worship. Because Christmas is celebrated with such merriment in our culture, those who do not feel merry can …
On Saturday, December 16 at 9:30 A.M., any and all carolers are invited to meet in the Esperanza parking lot to share some Christmas spirit with our homebound members! Please put this on your calendar and plan to come with …
Don’t you love the Moth Radio Hour on NPR where people tell stories from their lives around a particular topic? You’re in luck! The Lutheran congregations of the Fiesta Conference (that’s you!) are gathering for a Fiesta Story Hour on …
“Unlike the construction of a new fast-food joint, sit down restaurant, or subdivision going in the work that Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest does can’t been seen on your morning commute to work or day out running errands. But …
November 5, 2023 Dear People of Hope: Your participation in the life of Esperanza is very much appreciated: your willingness to worship together and to serve as worship leaders, to build relationship with others, to care for our church home, …
Our stewardship appeal’s goal this year is to increase giving by $356/week in 2024 compared to 2023 in order to expand our Mission Plan in 2024. The goal is based on projected increased needs across three areas of ministry. This …
Question: Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep our large campus beautiful, welcoming and operating properly? Answer: Approximately 35 – 45 hours per month. Fact: 98 hours of volunteer time (Sept-Oct) for landscaping and outdoor maintenance Fact: Arborcare …
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People of Hope: I listen to the news while I drive back and forth from Esperanza to my home near downtown Phoenix. Lately, I listen to the news, and I cry. I cry listening to the death toll in Israel …
Esperanza’s longtime partnership with the Kyrene Family Resource Center continues in 2023. Currently, the center needs granola bars, dried pinto beans, cereal, rice, and shampoo. Please place donations in the shopping cart in the Fellowship Hall. Through October, Esperanza has …
People of Hope: Earlier this week, I attended the Bishop’s Fall Gathering, where all pastors and deacons currently serving in calls meet for retreat and continuing education organized by the synod office. This year, among others, we learned from and …
Children of Hope Child Development Center is raising funds. Please help reach our goal by purchasing some delicious products. Sale ends on 10/23/2023, so don’t wait to order! The orders will be delivered to you when they arrive. Thank you …