
Lunch Pack with Inspiration Academy
Join us at Shepherd of the Hills’ Fellowship Hall to help Inspiration Academy students pack lunches.

Office Closed – Labor Day Weekend
The church office will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday!

Fifth Sunday Letter Writing
Join us for letter-writing in support of affordable housing, responding to recent ELCA advocacy calls. We’re signing letters to Senators Kelly and Gallego, and Representative Schweikert.

Farewell Gathering for Pastor Beth at Phil’s Filling Station
You’re invited to a special farewell gathering for Pastor Beth on Sunday, August 17 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Phil’s Filling Station Grill.

WEEK 9: Moral Teachings of Jesus
This summer, New Journey invites you to explore the radical moral vision of Jesus through David P. Gushee’s 2024 book, The Moral Teachings of Jesus. In response to growing disconnection in modern faith, Gushee highlights 40 Gospel teachings calling for moral renewal.

Special Coffee Hour: Farewell to Pastor Beth
Please join us for a Special Edition Coffee Hour on Tuesday, August 12 at 9 AM as we gather to celebrate and say goodbye to Pastor Beth.

WEEK 7: Moral Teachings of Jesus
This summer, New Journey invites you to explore the radical moral vision of Jesus through David P. Gushee’s 2024 book, The Moral Teachings of Jesus. In response to growing disconnection in modern faith, Gushee highlights 40 Gospel teachings calling for moral renewal.

Summer Heat Respite Lunch Pack
As we gather in fellowship and service, we invite you to join us for a special event: Summer Heat Respite Lunch Packing Day! Let’s come together to make a difference in our community by preparing nutritious meals for those in need.

WEEK 6: Moral Teachings of Jesus (Rescheduled) (Copy)
This summer, New Journey invites you to explore the radical moral vision of Jesus through David P. Gushee’s 2024 book, The Moral Teachings of Jesus. In response to growing disconnection in modern faith, Gushee highlights 40 Gospel teachings calling for moral renewal.

Summer Heat Respite Lunch Pack
As we gather in fellowship and service, we invite you to join us for a special event: Summer Heat Respite Lunch Packing Day! Let’s come together to make a difference in our community by preparing nutritious meals for those in need.

CANCELED WEEK 6: Moral Teachings of Jesus
Important Update:
We’re sorry to share that Pastor Beth is feeling under the weather and will not be able to lead tonight’s Zoom text study. Please keep her in your prayers for a swift recovery. We’ll update you soon with details about rescheduling. Thank you for your understanding!

WEEK 5: Moral Teachings of Jesus
Explore the radical moral vision of Jesus this summer with The Moral Teachings of Jesus by David P. Gushee. Join us on Zoom Wednesdays at 5:30 PM on July 9 for reflection, discussion, and spiritual growth.

WEEK 4: Moral Teachings of Jesus
Explore the radical moral vision of Jesus this summer with The Moral Teachings of Jesus by David P. Gushee. Join us on Zoom Wednesdays at 5:30 PM on July 9 for reflection, discussion, and spiritual growth.

WEEK 3: Moral Teachings of Jesus
Explore the radical moral vision of Jesus this summer with The Moral Teachings of Jesus by David P. Gushee. Join us on Zoom Wednesdays at 5:30 PM on July 2 for reflection, discussion, and spiritual growth.

"Fifth Sunday" Letter Writing
While it seems like we could write our legislators about something just about every day, our next 5th Sunday letter signing is June 29. If you would like to suggest a topic, please be in touch with New Journey’s Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona liaison, Kris Bartanen.

WEEK 2: Moral Teachings of Jesus
Explore the radical moral vision of Jesus this summer with The Moral Teachings of Jesus by David P. Gushee. Join us on Zoom Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting June 25 for reflection, discussion, and spiritual growth.

Summer Heat Respite Lunch Pack
As we gather in fellowship and service, we invite you to join us for a special event: Summer Heat Respite Lunch Packing Day! Let’s come together to make a difference in our community by preparing nutritious meals for those in need.

WEEK 1: Moral Teachings of Jesus (Copy)
Explore the radical moral vision of Jesus this summer with The Moral Teachings of Jesus by David P. Gushee. Join us on Zoom Wednesdays at 5:30 PM starting June 18 for reflection, discussion, and spiritual growth.

Summer Heat Respite Lunch Pack
As we gather in fellowship and service, we invite you to join us for a special event: Summer Heat Respite Lunch Packing Day! Let’s come together to make a difference in our community by preparing nutritious meals for those in need.

Ascension Ice Cream Party
We are thrilled to invite you to the Ascension Ice Cream Party on May 29th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This event will be held at New Covenant Lutheran Church, and we can't wait to celebrate Ascension Day with you in the sweetest way possible!

Resurrection of our Lord
Join us in worship this Holy Week as we remember and celebrate the last days of Jesus’ earthly ministry.
Resurrection of our Lord--Sunday, April 20, 10:00 am, in-person and live-steamed

Good Friday
Join us in worship this Holy Week as we remember and celebrate the last days of Jesus’ earthly ministry.
Friday, April 18, 5:30 pm, in-person

Maundy Thursday
Join the NEVC combined Maundy Thursday Celebration. Pr. Beth Gallen and Pr. Anna Rieke, of Christ the Lord, will co-lead the service, which will include foot washing and communion.

Palm/Passion Sunday
Join us in worship this Holy Week as we remember and celebrate the last days of Jesus’ earthly ministry.
Palm/Passion Sunday— Sunday, April 13, 10:00 am, in-person and live-streamed

"Fifth Sunday" Letter Writing
Join us in supporting Bread for the World’s annual offering of letters. This year, our focus is on domestic and world funding for hunger relief, in light of current federal budget cuts to nutrition programs and the Grand Canyon Synod’s priority of addressing hunger.

NEVC Walk for Water
We are excited to invite you to our NEVC Walk for Water, a community event aimed at supporting the water project at NELM. This event is not just a walk; it's an opportunity to come together, enjoy nature, and make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Soup & Study
The Lenten season, the Christian Education team invites you to join us on Wednesday evenings for Soup & Study.
Beginning March 12 at 5:00 pm, we’ll gather in the fellowship space for a community soup supper and a Bible study on the gospel of Luke. We’ll dive into the complexities of the third gospel, wonder how God is speaking through the particularities of Lukan stories, and grow in faith.

Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the journey through the season of Lent. It is the day ashes, in the form of the cross, are imposed upon our heads and we are reminded that we are “dust and to dust we shall return”. On this day, we hold in tension our mortality and the gift of new creation that God grants through the death and glorious resurrection of Christ.

2025 Food for Kidz Food Pack
Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger!
We invite you to be a part of our mission to combat hunger and make a lasting impact in our communities and beyond. Whether you choose to volunteer, donate, or sponsor, your contribution will help provide nutritious meals to those in need.

Book Study: Part Two
In support of the Congregation Council’s 2025 Mission Case Statement and our 2025 Adaptive Question, the Christian Education team invites you to an “all church read” of I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversations by Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth A. Silvers. Join us for discussions on the book’s content and learnings from a faith perspective.