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New Journey Lutheran Church

An Instrument of God's Love for All

In Person on Sundays - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Online: njlc-fh.org

Pastor’s Pen

Pastor’s Pen

Greetings, fellow sojourners!

I’d like to invite anyone who wants to learn a little bit about the upcoming Sunday lessons to stop by the church at noon on Wednesdays. It’ll be an informal time to look at the readings and talk about them together. You’re welcome to bring a bag lunch if you’d like.

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A New Way to Reach Pastor Tim

We give thanks for Pastor Tim’s ministry among us—and now there’s a new way to stay connected. Pastor Tim can be reached at his new email address: pastor@njlc-fh.org.

Please update your contact lists and feel free to reach out with any pastoral needs, questions, or words of encouragement.
 

Congregational Council Update

October Council Minutes

To read the approved October Congregation Council Meeting minutes, click here.

If you have questions, please contact any member of the Congregation Council.

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Worship News & Updates

November 15–16: Planning for New Journey’s Future

Please mark your calendars and plan to participate in an important weekend with New Journey’s Transition Consultant, Pastor Dominic Palacios. His visit is a key step in helping us envision the future of New Journey Lutheran Church and prepare for calling our next pastor.

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Reformation Sunday Photos

Thanks to everyone who helped make Reformation Sunday special! Enjoy these snapshots from a joyful day of worship and community.

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Stewardship

2026 Stewardship Appeal

Dear New Journey Friends and Family, 

With grateful hearts, we recognize the many gifts given to us and through us. God is guiding us together on this journey, and at New Journey, we continue to faithfully use our time, talent, and treasure in service to others. Let us reflect on how we’ve done so over the past year: 

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Why I give to New Journey Lutheran Church

When I was a child going to our Children’s Chapel, I would put my coins into a small church envelope for offering. As the years went by, the envelope got bigger and so did the coins going into it.

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Ministry Updates

Extended Hands Food Bank: Let’s Keep the Shelves Full

New Journey did a fantastic job on God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday—you filled the food donation barrel to overflowing! Thank you!

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November 30: Fifth Sunday Letter Writing and Advocacy Update

Fifth Sundays are our shared opportunity to bring voices of faith into the public square.

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Good Heat Respite News for 2026

We’re grateful to share that the Northeast Valley Consortium Heat Respite project has once again been funded for 2026 by Ascension Lutheran Church.

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Community & Fellowship News

Messiah Sing-Along – A Holiday Tradition Returns!

Enjoy a joyful afternoon of music and community at the fourth annual Sing-Along of Handel’s Messiah, presented by The Arts at Ascension.

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Explore Advent and Christmastide 2025

The Grand Canyon Synod invites all congregations and ministry partners to share their seasonal worship services, community events, and reflections on the 2025 Advent and Christmas page.

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November Celebrations

Birthdays

9 - Terry Steeden

14 - Denny Rubenow 

15 - Cindi Brady 

20 - Marylou Steeden

21 - Karl Flormoe

23 - Sinikka Jamieson

Anniversaries
 

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.
 

Communications Weekly Schedule

Sunday - Sabbath

Monday - 9 am - Noon (PST)

Tuesday - 9 am - Noon (PST)

Wednesday - 9 am - Noon (PST)

Thursday - 9 am - Noon (PST)

Friday - 9 am - Noon (PST)

Saturday - Sabbath

Susan Brahs can be contacted by phone at (602) 510-7916 or by email at communications@njlc-fh.org.

 

Other Opportunities

Don't forget about these other opportunities to Grow and Serve at New Journey.

  • Coffee Hour: Tuesdays - 9:00 am via Zoom

  • Sunday Spirit: On Summer Break

  • Sew Journers: Thursdays - 1:00 pm at Church

  • Fellowship: Sundays - 11:00 am at Church

Check out what’s happening at New Journey!

Click to view our calendar.
 

Pastor Tim Hansen

Email: pastor@njlc-fh.org

Phone: (608) 695-7103

Address

New Journey Lutheran Church

PO Box 19652

Fountain Hills, AZ 85269

Website - njlc-fh.org

Office Phone - (480) 761-9005

Email - communications@njlc-fh.org
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