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Signs of a Healthy Congregation: What Are They to You

WebBlaming is a sign that people are stuck in their instinctive nature.”. We are likely all familiar with how humans define ourselves against one another. We think in terms of “us versus …

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“Starving for Tenderness” – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebThough I do not want to minimize the complexity of mental health, I do wonder if we start to move towards ill health when tenderness disappears from our lives. I wonder if many of …

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Hope Talk on Kids’ Mental Health Brings Education, Hope

WebOn Sunday, Sept. 17, Esperanza hosted our first Hope Talk on children’s mental health. A panel consisting of Lynn Hockenberg, our own preschool director; …

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Food for Thought, Food of Life – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebIn addition to Sundays, a “Food for Thought” section in this newsletter will serve up a question or two for reflection, to help open up the portion of John 6 that we’ll …

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Caring for the Caregivers: Lunch Program Supports Veteran

WebAt the same time some health care workers are experiencing breakthrough infections, creating staffing shortages. And, food service is limited. And so, we are …

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Masks and Meals: Esperanza Supports Healthcare Workers

WebCOVID-19 may have us walled off these days, but we’re not helpless. Esperanza’s people are providing help and encouragement to healthcare providers who …

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Knowing and Not Knowing – Acts 3:12-19 – ESPERANZA …

WebShe has had some health concerns and was finally diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. No one ever welcomes a cancer diagnosis, but she is in stage 2, and the prognosis is …

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Children of Hope CDC Achieves Highest Quality Rating

WebHealth and safety practices that promote children’s basic well-being; Staff qualifications, including experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as …

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The Freedom of Forgiveness – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebInundated with behaviors fueled by trauma and poor mental and physical health and a lack of resources, shortly after I started at Grace, I decided I was done …

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Join Us for Worship on YouTube – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebDuring the COVID-19 public health emergency, Esperanza Lutheran Church has suspended in-person worship services. Join us every week on YouTube for worship …

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Hope for Newborns Still Meeting the Needs of Infants and Mothers

WebHope for Newborns, a group of volunteers that makes clothing items for Arizona infants in need, has been known by different names in its lengthy history at Esperanza. But its …

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Holy One, Holy Three, Holy Community – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN …

WebWitness the mental health struggles of our teenagers. Remember our veterans whose combat experiences have traumatized them. Think of the broken …

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The Times They Are A-Changin’ – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebPeople of Hope: Over a decade ago, I would begin each day listening to these words from Bob Dylan: Come gather ’round people Wherever you roam And admit that the waters …

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Mask-wearing now optional at Esperanza indoor events

WebAt Esperanza, we have been following CDC recommendations during this pandemic. In response to the CDC’s announcement on Friday, February 25, to follow …

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Hope Talk on Senior Care Planning, Sunday Jan. 21 1:00 P.M.

WebOn Sunday, January 21, 1-3 pm, we will be opening up our sanctuary to the community for our 2nd Hope Talk addressing Senior Care Planning. Helping our parents, …

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Mask-wearing still optional for Esperanza indoor events

WebAt Esperanza, we continue to follow CDC guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic with regard to face coverings in public places. In response to the CDC’s Feb. …

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In Wake of Violence, Compassion Matters More Than Ever

WebPeople of Hope: While serving at Grace Lutheran Church in downtown Phoenix, I regularly mediated both verbal and physical conflict. When fistfights erupted in …

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Great Recipes for Your Lenten Soup Suppers

WebVegetable Soup with Chicken, Coconut and Ginger – Joyce Purdy. Step One. Toss the garlic, ginger and chili in oil until soft, approximately 2 minutes. • 2 Tbsp …

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Esperanza has shown me greatness in service and in so many …

WebDear 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 …

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Vacation Bible School Registration is now open!

WebVacation Bible School (VBS) registration opens on April 1, 2024! We are excited to announce VBS: Everest – Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power! …

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Communion in Absentia – ESPERANZA LUTHERAN CHURCH

WebFor a long time when I was young, I thought it was strange that in the Apostles’ Creed we say that we believe in the communion of saints. After all the stuff …

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