Annual Congregational Meeting January 28th, 2023 (following 9:00 a.m. worship service) Your church Council encourages you to attend our Annual Congregational Meeting and participate in the important decisions to be made for 2024! A reminder – the Congregational Meeting will …
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 …
We will gather to mourn the death and celebrate the life of Esperanza member Molly Hurst on Saturday, January 27 at 11 am in the sanctuary. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Please keep Molly’s family and friends …
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 …
As I mentioned in the announcements last Sunday, we were not able to hold the Mission Plan Q&A following the service due to a number of last minute expense and revenue issues. After discussions with Mark and suggestions from members …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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Your belief that God has plans for our congregation is evident as you are declaring your generosity! To date, we have received 66 intents toward our goal of 61 (108%)! (photo of congregants making their physical intents) If you haven’t …
Thank you for your donations this year to the Esperanza Mission Plan. We encourage those of you who pledged an amount for 2023 to fulfill your commitment by the end of the year. In order to be counted in 2023 …