People of Hope, Over the course of the last few weeks, millions of Americans across the United States and stationed around the world participated in our national elections. For many of us, there was a mix of anxiety, hope, and …

Right now I am typing at my desk at Christ Lutheran Church in Sedona, where I am the new Associate Pastor. I am looking at a cross from Pastor Steve Hammer that’s hanging on my wall, ready for Sunday. It’s …

Prayer of the Day O God, you show forth your almighty power by reaching out to us in mercy. Grant us the fullness of your grace, strengthen our trust in your promises, and bring all the world to share in …

Note: This is a reprint from June 2024 – some items may be obsolete. People of Hope: If you’re like me, you’ve found yourself inundated with information regarding the upcoming election season in Arizona and our nation. Information on mail-in …

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you have taught us in your Son that love fulfills the law. Inspire us to love you with all our heart, our soul, our mind, and our strength, and teach us how to love …

This coming Sunday (October 27) we commemorate the day that Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses on the Use of Indulgences, kicking off the Reformation of the church. Red has long been associated with the Holy Spirit at work and …

In spring 1988, Pastor Dave Risendal had made the decision to become a mission developer charged with gathering a new church in the new neighborhood called Mountain Park Ranch in Ahwatukee. But before he could begin the church needed a …

Prayer of the Day Eternal light, shine in our hearts. Eternal wisdom, scatter the darkness of our ignorance. Eternal compassion, have mercy on us. Turn us to seek your face, and enable us to reflect your goodness, through Jesus Christ, …

In February we will celebrate 35 years since a group of neighbors signed their names to a piece of paper that recognized them as the charter members of a new church in the neighborhood — Esperanza Lutheran Church. Over 35 …

Prayer of the Day Sovereign God, you turn your greatness into goodness for all the peoples on earth. Shape us into willing servants of your kingdom, and make us desire always and only your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior …

“For we are what God has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life.” (Ephesians 2:10) Over the past few weeks, national and international crises have taken center stage …

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us your gift of faith, that, forsaking what lies behind and reaching out to what lies ahead, we may follow the way of your commandments and receive the crown of …