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Pastor’s Pen | May 2024

“Mommy, how come we don’t get to see Jesus?” Amelia asked me one day on our way to the grocery store.

These kinds of questions often come out of the blue as we’re running errands or playing outside

April Council Meeting Minutes

To read the approved April Congregation Council meeting minutes, click here.

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

Service of Remembrance: Bob Rosenthal

On Sunday, May 12, family and friends of Bob Rosenthal gathered at New Journey Lutheran for a service of remembrance.

Together, we laughed, cried and thanks to God for Bob's life. We remembered how

New Journey in Fountain Hills continues work to reduce hunger

New Journey Lutheran Church in Fountain Hills recently wrapped up two Easter season projects, raising funds for two programs that provide shelter and sustenance for those in need.

Easter Project Wrap-Up: In the spirit of 1 Peter 4:10, many thanks to New Journey friends for $465 to support farm animals, water filters, cooking stoves, and mosquito netting through ELCA World Hunger ministries around the world. And, likewise, much gratitude for $760 in designated and undesignated gifts, plus a 20-pound bag of rice, for "Casa M" asylum shelter in Nogales.

Stewardship: “Abide in my love”

If we could pick one word to explain why God would become flesh and dwell among us in the person of Jesus, what would we choose?

If we could pick one word to explain what draws us back into Christian community week after week, what would we choose?

Community & Fellowship News

2024 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly

The 2024 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly is swiftly approaching, and we're thrilled to invite our voting members, visitors, and exhibitors to join us from June 13-15, 2024, for a time of fellowship, decision-making, and worship.

2025-2026 Mission Plan Presentations

All members of the Grand Canyon Synod are invited to participate in the presentation of the 2025-2026 Mission Plan. Each session is the same, with two dates to choose from.

Summer Blood Drive

Living Water will host a blood drive on Monday, June 24, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. There is a shortage of blood in the summertime, and we hope this event will help the Red Cross increase its supply.

We pray for God's healing, protection
and love to be with us each day.

Prayers of sympathy and comfort for the
Rosenthal’s family on the loss of Bob.
Also for the Bigley family on the loss of
Ron's father, Don.
May God's love surround them at this time.

Long Term Prayers

Daryl Bigley

Deb Bigley

Mary Burritt

Anne Evans

Sharri Hackbarth

The Jacobs family

Nancy Johnson

Joe& Jeannine Laderach

Shirley Lundeen

Janet McCullough

Greg and Nancy McGarry

Dave Mueller

June Ninnemann

Howard Osborn

Tibby and Dennis

Neil Rosenthal

Merle and Jane Thompson

Wayne Westland

May we all be truly thankful for all of God's blessings.

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’s Weekly Schedule

Sunday - Worship and Office Hours

Monday - Office Hours by appointment

Tuesday - Office Hours by appointment

Wednesday - Home Office

Thursday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation

Friday - Sabbath

Saturday - Sabbath

Pastor Beth makes herself available for pastoral emergencies and desires to provide spiritual support and pray with you. In case of emergencies, please call or text her cell phone at (623) 340-9956.