Prayer of the Day O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without you nothing is strong, nothing is holy. Embrace us with your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may live through what …
Prayer of the Day O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without you nothing is strong, nothing is holy. Embrace us with your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may live through what …
This Sunday we say farewell to Pastor Annemarie with a Sending Service at the conclusion of All Saints Day worship, followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall. Worship begins at 9 a.m. Pastor Annemarie announced last month that she …
Prayer of the Day O God, our eternal redeemer, by the presence of your Spirit you renew and direct our hearts. Keep always in our mind the end of all things and the day of judgment. Inspire us for a …
Linda Pastan writes in her poem Imaginary Conversation: You tell me to live each day as if it were my last. This is in the kitchen where before coffee I complain of the day ahead–that obstacle race of minutes and …
Prayer of the Day Almighty God, gracious Lord, we thank you that your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age. Pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your word, protect and comfort them …
As many of you already know, Pastor Annemarie will be leaving Esperanza for a new position at Nobel Hospice. Her last Sunday with us will be November 6, 2022. We wish her well in her new position and thank her …
Prayer of the Day Holy God, our righteous judge, daily your mercy surprises us with everlasting forgiveness. Strengthen our hope in you, and grant that all the peoples of the earth may find their glory in you, through Jesus Christ, …
The Ten Commandments stress that God must be first in our lives. And Jesus said, “Seek first God’s kingdom and righteousness and all these things shall be yours as well.” (Matthew 6:33). Generosity continues to grow in the United States. …
Prayer of the Day O Lord God, tireless guardian of your people, you are always ready to hear our cries. Teach us to rely day and night on your care. Inspire us to seek your enduring justice for all this …
Over the last year, we have witnessed so much generosity around our church. Even with all the hardship, we responded with actions of love and generosity. It seems it’s in these very times of hardship that we so often see …
Pastor David Lose: Why don’t my children and grandchildren go to church? (And what can I do about it) Pastor David Lose presents “Why don’t my children and grandchildren go to church? (And what can I do about it),” a …
Prayer of the Day Almighty and most merciful God, your bountiful goodness fills all creation. Keep us safe from all that may hurt us, that, whole and well in body and spirit, we may with grateful hearts accomplish all that …