Prayer of the Day God of heaven and earth, before the foundation of the universe and the beginning of time you are the triune God: Author of creation, eternal Word of salvation, life-giving Spirit of wisdom. Guide us to all …

People of Hope: Did you know we installed Lay Communion Ministers about three months ago? Four people stepped up to serve. They went through a simple training, received Holy Communion kits, and are now visiting members of the congregation in …

People of Hope: At our most recent council meeting, I shared with the council members one of the “bread and butter” concepts we learn in seminary: self-differentiation. When I learned about self-differentiation in seminary, I thought it was a high-flutin’ …

On Sunday, May 21, toward the end of worship, the Esperanza community gathered just outside the sanctuary to plant a tree in memory of Heidi Gerrish. May 21 was Heidi’s death, the life changing accident for Kat and Stephen Gerrish …

Prayer of the Day O God, on this day you open the hearts of your faithful people by sending into us your Holy Spirit. Direct us by the light of that Spirit, that we may have a right judgment in …

People of Hope, Here at Esperanza, we are in the midst of the interim process. Here’s what has already happened: Pastor Annemarie’s letter of resignation was submitted to the council, copied to the synod office, and accepted by the council. …

Prayer of the Day O God of glory, your Son Jesus Christ suffered for us and ascended to your right hand. Unite us with Christ and each other in suffering and in joy, that all the world may be drawn …

People of Hope: On Sunday, May 28, we celebrate Pentecost! Pentecost is the day the Holy Spirit filled the disciples in Jerusalem, giving them the ability to speak languages never studied, the day flames as of fire appeared above their …

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, you hold together all things in heaven and on earth. In your great mercy receive the prayers of all your children, and give to all the world the Spirit of your truth …

People of Hope: At our May 21 congregational meeting, among other agenda items, we will discuss and vote on the guiding principles and mission statement proposed by the transition team. Because the guiding principles and mission statement are an essential …

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. Give us grace to love one another, to follow in the way of his commandments, and to share his risen life with …

People of Hope: I know we all value children here. I know we do because, more than 15 years ago, this community founded Children of Hope Child Development Center to provide kids with really solid early childhood education. I know …