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Worship Update & News

Office Closed for Thanksgiving

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the New Journey office will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.

LISTENING CIRCLES. ONE TIME. ONE HOUR.

New Journey’s pastoral Transition Team invites members currently in Fountain Hills to sign up for a small-group listening session, to be held at church, between November 24 and December 16.

Celebrate Advent and Christmas at New Journey!

The season of hope, peace, joy, and love is here—let’s gather and rejoice together!

Critical Need: Treasurer for New Journey

The role of Treasurer is essential to the life of New Journey Lutheran Church. This position ensures responsible financial management in accordance with our Financial Policy.

Help Us Keep Our Streaming Service Running Smoothly!

We need a few extra hands to support our streaming ministry. Right now, our team is down to just a couple of people—and with recent health challenges, we could really use your help!

Celebrating a Historic Year of Ordinations in the Grand Canyon Synod

Thanks to the faithful mission support of congregations like New Journey Lutheran Church, the Grand Canyon Synod is celebrating a record-breaking milestone: six ordinations in 2025, with a seventh scheduled for December—the most in our synod’s history!

Ministry Updates

FIFTH SUNDAY LETTERS: November 30!

In New Journey’s tradition (since Fall 2023), we will hold our 8th letter-signing on Sunday, November 30, raising our Lutheran voices in the public square on the topics of climate and immigration.

Help Fill the Table This Thanksgiving – Turkeys Needed!

Extended Hands Food Bank is facing a critical need for turkeys to help families enjoy a holiday meal during a challenging season.

Family Promise Dinner – Volunteers Needed

On Wednesday, December 10, New Journey will provide Family Promise Dinner at the Methodist Church. This is a wonderful opportunity to share hospitality and care with families in need.

Angel Tree Is Coming!

New Journey will once again share the joy of Christmas by supporting a family from Imagine East Mesa School. Soon, you’ll find gift sign-ups and “ornaments” at church for those who wish to help provide a blessed holiday for this family.

Consider ELCA Good Gifts This Christmas

Looking for a meaningful way to share the joy of the season? ELCA Good Gifts offers opportunities to give in ways that change lives—providing essentials like livestock, school supplies, and clean water to communities in need around the world.

Synod Alert: Protect Yourself from AI Voice Scams

A rostered minister in our synod recently faced a frightening scam involving an AI-generated voice that mimicked a loved one in distress.

Help Save Lives – Local Blood Drive This Weekend

Looking for a way to make a real difference? There’s a community blood drive happening in Fountain Hills:

17th Annual Fountain Hills Interfaith Thanksgiving

Join neighbors from across Fountain Hills’ diverse faith traditions for the 17th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration. Click for details.

Messiah Sing-Along Concert – A Holiday Tradition!

Celebrate the season with the fourth annual Sing-Along of Handel’s “Messiah”, presented by The Arts at Ascension:

Celebrate the Season at A Fountains Christmas!

Enjoy a Variety Show, browse the Artisan Gift Sale, and savor delicious refreshments as we come together to celebrate the joy of Christmas.

Prayer Ministry

Happy Thanksgiving prayers for everyone at New Journey.

May this day bring happiness, health, joy and comfort to all of us and our friends and families. God Bless.

Prayers of Joy on the birth of Rowan Bigley, granddaughter of Deb and Ron Bigley. Many blessings

Prayers for healing, comfort, friendship and love.

Daryl Bigley

Deb Bigley

Crystalle Ebbinga

Nancy Johnson

Joe and Jeannine Laderach

The Alan Lamb family

The Ann Lundeen family

Janet McCullough

Greg and Nancy McGarry

June Ninnemann

The Bill Peterson family

Tibby and Dennis

Neil Rosenthal

Larry and Jan Tarnow

Merle and June Thompson

Roger and Beulah Westland

God’s love and grace be with us each day.

If you or anyone you know is ill or facing a challenging situation in the New Journey community, please fill out a prayer request on our website.

Pastor Tim’s Weekly Schedule

Sunday - Worship and Office Hours

Monday - Sabbath

Tuesday - Office Hours by appointment

Wednesday - Office Hours by appointment

Thursday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation

Friday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation

Saturday - Sabbath

Pastor Tim makes himself available for pastoral emergencies and desires to provide spiritual support and pray with you. In case of emergencies, please call or text his cell phone at (608) 695-7103.