2605 S Signal Butte Rd

Mesa, AZ 85209

480-396-8300

What's going on at Spirit of Hope?

From Pastor Kevin's Desk

Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church community,

A friendly reminder that signups for short meetings before and after Saturday and Sunday worship remain in the Narthex. These are short 5-minute introductory meetings where I simply want to hear from you. I encourage you to sign up for this time to come and share. This is an important part of my getting to know you all and beginning to hear your stories.

Additionally, the Spirit of Hope office hours are as follows:

• Closed Sunday (Worship at 9:30AM with fellowship after service)
• Closed Monday
• Tuesday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
• Wednesday: 12:00PM – 5:00PM
• Thursday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
• Friday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
• Saturday: 1:00PM – 4:00PM (Fellowship at 4:30PM and worship at 5:00PM)

Grace and peace,

Pastor Kevin Anderson

Office: (480) 396-8300

Emergency After Hours (call or text): (480) 359-7048

Email: prKevin@spiritofhopelutheran.com

Spirit of Hope communicates electronically in many ways!

First - this newsletter is created weekly! You can receive it electronically via email or view the current and past newsletters on the Church Website www.spiritofhopelutheran.com under the "Newsletter" link. You can register to receive the newsletter on the main church website page - www.spiritofhopelutheran.com. Click on the "Click Here to Subscribe to Our Weekly E-Newsletter" button.

Second - Our website has so much useful information and is a great source of all things Spirit of Hope. You can see what's going on, view the 9:30 church service live, or view past services, or find a list of helpful resources.

Third - Spirit of Hope has TWO Facebook pages! One is public and you can find it by searching in Facebook for Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church. Don't forget to click on "Follow". The other Facebook page is PRIVATE, meaning you need to request access or be invited. Search for Spirit of Hope and/or contact Tina Gilson with questions (tinag963@gmail.com).

Fourth- the church website has an app for your phone! In the Apple App Store or Play the Android Play Store and search for the "Our Church" app. Once downloaded you will be prompted to search for your church. You will have the church website in a phone-friendly format at your fingertips! Pretty cool, huh?

“God’s Work, Our Hands—And Rakes!"

A Church Yard Work Day is planned for Saturday, October 11 at 6:30 am. If you have them, please bring saws, hedge trimmers, loppers and rakes with you. The church has plenty of long extension cords. Water and cookies will be provided. Many hands make light work! Bring your energy and join us!

Community Outreach Event: Trunk-or-Treat

Critical events that help us connect with the surrounding community of Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church happen a few times a year. One of these events is our Trunk-or-Treat. This event provides us an opportunity to connect with our neighbors and invite them to our campus.

Our Trunk-or-Treat will be Saturday, October 25^th from 9AM to 11AM. You are invited to help with games, decorate your vehicle and hand out candy, provide donations, offer hospitality, help with setup and clean up, etc. Signs up will be available in the narthex and more information will be made available as the details are brought together. Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve and offering a spirit of hospitality at Spirit of Hope!

 Looking for a Choir Director!

Our pianist, Donna, has asked if anyone might be able to help serve as our Choir Director as it is difficult to direct the choir and play the piano at the same time. If you have experience directing and are interested in serving, please reach out to the church office.

Connected hearts, beneath the sun

In times of need, let's lend a hand,

And stand together, across this land.

Let's break the walls that divide,

And build a bridge, where love resides.

We'll lift each other up so high,

And shine a light that touches the sky.

With every step, with every stride,

We'll walk together, side by side.

Our differences will fade away,

As kindness and love, seize the day.

So let's unite and make a stand,

For a world where love is the master plan.

We'll help each other, through thick and thin,

And together, we'll rise and win.

In this world, we'll find our way,

Through unity and love, a brighter day.

So let's join hands, and hearts as one,

And make the world a better place for everyone.

~ Wendy

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS!

Sept. 1  Sharon DeMars

Sept. 6   Bonnie Osterman

Sept. 11 Scott Prada

Sept. 13  Amber Glass

Sept. 13  Debbie Kravec

Sept. 16  Deborah Sim

Sept. 16  Deborah Snyder

Sept. 17  Bobbi Edwardson

Sept. 17 Marilynn Williams

Sept. 26  Debbie Traynor

Sept. 26  Linda Vandenberg

Sept. 29  Michael Ortiz 

Immerse Yourself in The Word!

Spirit of Hope currently offers 3 bible studies weekly. See below for your options and join us anytime!

Bible Study with Pastor Kevin

Pastor's bible study will be offered on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 AM beginning October 7 in the Large Classroom. We will begin our class by looking at a series called, “How Lutherans Interpret the Bible” and then we will spend time looking at the text for the upcoming Sunday.

All are welcome!

Bible Study – “Too Big For Starbuck’s”

Start your day off with us! Men and women are invited to join us on

Thursday mornings at 6:30 AM at Church. Bring your Bible and your coffee.

Led by: Bobbi Edwardson 

Women's Thursday Afternoon Bible Study

This bible study is held on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 PM in the church classroom.

New members are always welcome as together we grow in God’s GRACE and LOVE. 

Led by: Dar Stucke

Phone: 480-396-8300

Email: admin@spiritofhopelutheran.com

Email: president@spiritofhopelutheran.com

Website: www.spiritofhopelutheran.com