Esperanza’s newsletter, “Words of Hope,” has been a weekly publication since its inception more than 20 years ago. Unfortunately, due to a decrease in giving, the Council had to identify reductions in spending. One of the cuts approved by the …
Esperanza’s newsletter, “Words of Hope,” has been a weekly publication since its inception more than 20 years ago. Unfortunately, due to a decrease in giving, the Council had to identify reductions in spending. One of the cuts approved by the …
Annual landscaping services at Esperanza cost more than $8,000 annually. In May, the Council approved cutting that expenditure from the budget. Volunteers must now fill the gap. We need help every week to keep our campus beautiful. Guest groups visit …
After 12 wonderful years, we say goodbye to our beloved choir director, Robin Neely at 9:30 a.m. on June 5 between services in a celebration of music, thanks and gifts of memories and love. This event will also be live-streamed …
A Go Fund Me to benefit the Gerrish family has been established. Family and friends can donate to help defray medical bills and funeral costs. Click Here for Go Fund Me Page Refer to: In Memoriam: Heidi Gerrish
Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in the second half of Esperanza’s Annual Meeting on May 22. Beth Leaf, Vice President of Council, presided in Council President Chuck Yount’s absence and Pastor Annemarie recapped some of the major …
Dear Esperanza Family, Today we come together in inexpressible grief at the death of Heidi Gerrish. Heidi died at the scene of an automobile accident Saturday morning, May 21, while traveling to her sister Julie’s graduation from Pacific Lutheran Theological …
Esperanza leadership has set the upcoming Congregational Meeting agenda below and the annual report will be available on May 15. Council President Chuck Yount encourages you to attend our Sunday, May 22, Congregational Meeting to discuss and approve past meeting …
Do you have a college graduate in your family? If so, please send us the information: name, college or university, degree/major/field. Include a headshot and some information about the grad’s plans. Send to Joni at [email protected] by May 18!
There had been very few family events since the onset of COVID-19, so everyone was looking forward to this. The families enjoyed the movie Encanto, along with some pizza, candy, popcorn and, most of all, outstanding fellowship. A good time …
On Monday, May 16, you’re going to want to join us in the Sanctuary for a casual get-together while we listen to our very own Steve Newell, Steve Waters, Dick Dorwart and their jazz group from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 …
Dear Esperanza, Twelve years ago, you took me under your wing as a new choir conductor; raised me, trained me, and elevated my vision for what our church community was capable of. You have demonstrated that in spades, that you …
A farewell gathering and a heartfelt thank you for Steve Newell’s music making is set for just after the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, May 15. We will share in fellowship and cake!