Spirit of Hope Weekly Newsletter

2605 S Signal Butte Rd

Mesa, AZ 85209

480-396-8300

Services: 5:00 pm Saturday

9:30 am Sunday

April 9, 2025

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Our Lenten Service tonight begins at 5:30pm and the symbol is "The Torn Curtain". by John Rung. Following the sertvice is the last soup supper.

April 12/13 -- Palm Sunday

April 17 -- Maundy Thursday -- Linda Wilcox/Pr Stoney/Altar Guild

April 18, -- Good Friday -- SOH Church Counc

Easter Services: April 19, Saturday, 5:00pm

April 20, Sunday, 9:30 am

Saturday, April 19th from 10 to 11 am.

Fun activities for the little kids plus the Easter story time with Pastor Dave.

Easter Breakfast by the Youth

Breakfast casseroles made by the youth are on the menu.

Breakfast will follow the 9:30 worship service.

Congregational Meeting

On April 26th and 27th there will be a short congregational meeting after each service to approve the quote for the carpet in the sanctuary and the tile in the meeting room, hallway and offices.

Yay! We have a new, beautiful candle stand- thanks to the SOH Woodworkers.

Lutheran churches may use votive candles which may be lit at home, as a part of personal or family devotions, or at the church. They are usually lit on the altar rails, or in front of the altar cross.

Candles are lit in churches for many reasons, including symbolizing faith, hope, and unity. They can also be lit to remember loved ones or to show gratitude to God.

Symbolism

Light of Christ: Candles represent Jesus' words, "I am the light of the world".
Prayer: Candles represent prayers offered to God.
Unity: Candles represent the unity of the congregation.
Hope: Candles represent hope and a beacon of light in difficult times.
Gratitude: Candles can be lit to express gratitude to God for answered prayers.

The light of the candle signifies our prayer, which is offered in faith, entering the light of God. It also shows reverence and our desire to remain present in prayer even as we continue our day.

Lighting one candle can suffice for more than one intention. We ask that candles be lit before the service or on your way back from communion, so it is not a distraction to the rest of the service.

TUESDAYS – 10:30 am in large classroom

Lead by Pastor Dave Hall

The first five books of the Hebrew Bible--- Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy

Morning Bible Study – “Too Big For Starbuck’s”

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

Lead by: Bobbi Edwardson

Women's Thursday Afternoon Bible Study

The Thursday Women’s Bible Study is held on Thursdays at 1:00 PM in the church classroom.

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

Dar Stucke

Confirmation Class

Confirmation Classes are on the 1st and 3rd Sundays following the Sunday 9:30 service.

If your child has not attended a Confirmation Class, they are welcome to begin and attend on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month.

Saturday 5:00 pm

Date Reader Greeters

4-05 Daryl Wilton

4-12 Melody Oliver

4-10 Craig Thomas

4-26 Rosemary Brant

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Sunday 9:30 AM

Date Reader Greeters

4-06 Steve Crofton Art/Crystal

4-13 Jorja Shelbourn Sam/Diane

4-20 Margaret A. Becky Buck

4-27 Dar Stucke Eric/Patrick

Greeters: Please be at church by 4:30 pm on Saturday and 9:00 am on Sunday.

If you are interested in being a greeter or reader, please contact Barb Kearns at 480-427-6776

A beacon of love, a shining light Spirit of Hope,

guides us through the night

A place of refuge, where hearts can heal

Where kindness and compassion, forever reveal.

With open arms, you welcome all

A haven of peace, where love stands tall Your generosity

a blessing to share A community united, with love and care

In times of need, you lend a hand

A helping spirit, that forever stands

Your heart beats with kindness, your soul with grace

A reflection of God's love, in every single place

Spirit of Hope, a treasure so rare

A church that shines, with love beyond compare

May your light continue, to guide and inspire

A beacon of hope, that forever aspires."

Wendy

Prayers –

We pray for those church members that are struggling with many health issues, anxiety, etc.

Pray for: Harry, Karen, Terry, Brian, Peg, Ethel.

Prayers for the family on the passing of Bonnie Gunderson

Lord, guide all who are struggling this week with health, loss and grief. Help us be angels that shine the Light of Christ upon them giving encouragement as they need. Amen

To be added to the public prayer concerns list, contact the church office at 480-396-8300. If you would like to add someone else to the public prayer concerns list, please obtain their consent first.
If you are ill, someone is hospitalized, or there is a death, call the Spirit of Hope Office at 480-396-8300.
Names will be removed from the prayer list after three weeks. If you want to go back on the prayer list, please contact the church office or email to prayerteam@spiritofhopelutheran.com.