Estrella Mountain Church

Past newsletters can always be found on our website under Loving -> Newsletters.

If you aren't attending services, please email me (jennas@emcaz.org) with any updates, prayers and praises. Thanks!

Call, email or use social media to stay in touch. Of all people, we will be known by our love for others. Hugs and prayers and blessings. We love you!

If you know of anyone who needs help, or need to contact the office, please call (623.386.0300) or email (jennas@emcaz.org) and I'll respond as soon as possible.

Living every day in HOPE!

Jenna Schutten

2022 end-of-year giving statements have been sent out via email. We have two platforms we use, so you may have received two giving statements. Please combine them for your total contributions of 2022.

Over spring break (March 12th - 15th) the youth will be going to Mexico to serve at Oc3an View. Registration is open to the youth and anyone else at church who would like to go.

Cost is $275 per person. A $100 deposit is needed at time of registration. We are planning some fundraisers to help offset the cost of the trip. Registration closes February 21st. Thank you!

Contact Dave Sims at ignite@emcaz.org for more info!

Register Here: https://bit.ly/3WJvURA

Women's Ministry Volunteer Opportunity

Monday, February 20th, Women's Ministry is volunteering with BBQ Mission. We are looking for 10 other women to join us, please email Jenna (jennas@emcaz.org) to sign up to serve. 

February 20th, 10:00 - 1:00 PM at Grace Lutheran Church, 1124 N 3rd St Phoenix, AZ 85004

Getting Healthy Group

Meeting the second and fourth Wednesday at 6:00 PM in the church office conference room.

A group of women meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month to discuss health and nutrition. Melissa DiLuzio is a certified holistic health coach and is teaching the group about nutrition! Prayer, encouragement, and accountability are also important parts of the group.

Questions? Contact Kristine Harkins kristine@dcharkins.com

Bible Study

Join us Mondays at 6:30 PM or Fridays at 9:30 AM.

The Monday evening group meets at 6:30 PM in the youth room. On January 2nd they started Isaiah by Melissa Spoelstra. Contact Sabrina Cohen with questions at scohen25@yahoo.com.

The Friday morning group meets in room 214 at 9:30 AM. They are starting up again on Friday, February 3rd. They will be doing “He's Where The Joy Is, Getting to Know the Captivating God of the Trinity” by Tara Leigh Cobble.

Weekly Youth Events

Jr. High & Sr. High

• Youth Group: Sunday Nights 4:30 - 6:00 PM
• Volleyball & Games: Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:00 PM
• Girls Bible Study: Thursdays at 4:30 PM

Follow us on Instagram @emcstudents for what's happening this week. Questions? Contact David Sims at ignite@emcaz.org for more info.

VBS

Save the Date! VBS will be June 12th - 15th

To help make it a success we are in need of volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering please reach out to Jessica Sims, jessicas@emcaz.org.

Kids Church is offered during the 9:00 AM Service

All our kids, from the toddlers up through 5th grade will meet in the courtyard for check-in and then head to their classrooms from there. 

Toddlers and Preschool will meet in room 214 and Kindergarten through 5th grade will meet in the Student Center. Each group will have a blast as they dive into scripture, sing worship songs and hear Bible stories about Gideon, Samson and Elijah, just to name a few! Every month the kids church works on a memory verse with the kids.

Children are always welcome to join their parents in the worship service.

Have questions? Contact Jessica Sims at jessicas@emcaz.org

All men are invited to join us Wednesdays at 7:30 PM or Fridays at 8:30 AM.

The Wednesday evening group is studying Acts and meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:30 PM. Contact Pastor Denny for more information dennyh@emcaz.org.

The Friday morning Al Thomason Men's Bible Study meets at EMC in the youth room at 8:30 AM.

Meeting the first Monday @ 6:30 PM and the third Thursday @ 6:30 AM, office conference room.

February Prayer Gatherings

• Monday, February 6th at 6:30 PM
• Thursday, February 16th at 6:30 AM

March Prayer Gatherings

• Monday, March 6th at 6:30 PM
• Thursday, March 16th at 6:30 AM

EMC has a number of ways you can serve at EMC or with other ministries around Goodyear/Phoenix.

Serve at EMC

We are looking for volunteers to help with Kids Church, Ignite, Communion and more. If you are interested in serving at EMC please contact Jenna, jennas@emcaz.org.

Other Ways to Serve

BBQ Mission

BBQ Mission: Is a Christian non-profit organization promising to deliver hand made food to underdeveloped and marginalized communities of Arizona, and the world. Join them the 1st Saturday of the month, on Mondays, or on Wednesdays as they go out into the communities and serve.

Donations & Volunteering can be done through BBQMission.org

See what they are doing on their instagram page, @bbqmissionllc

You Matter Ministries

You Matter Ministries purpose and mission is to minister to those who are homeless and hurting by preaching The Good News of Jesus Christ, offering prayer, providing meals, hygiene packs, and when possible, a clean change of clothing. 

You Matter Ministries is looking for donations of peanut butter, jelly, and bottled water. Every week they come pick it up and distribute it in and around Phoenix. Please consider bringing some items to donate to them. Our donations cover what 16 churches gave in the past. With all the challenges of the past year, your generous heart shines through!

Circle On

Circle On provides blessing baskets to those in our community going through difficult times. They are looking for items to be donated for their blessing baskets. If you are interested in donating items please see the list below and drop them off in the basket in the back of the sanctuary.

Basket Items Needed: 

• Small baskets, ribbon
• Pampering items like, fluffy socks , lotions/ bath salts, candles
• Inspirational Books/Devotionals/Journals
• Cups
• Small blankets
• Chocolate/Candy, Tea/Coffee /Hot Chocolate
• Playing cards/Small games
• Gift Cards 

For questions about Circle On please reach out to Kim Bergay kbergay@yahoo.com.

When bringing donations during the week please bring them to the back of the church office. Drive around to the back of the church parking lot and look for the blue door. Office hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM.

Next Blood Drive: 

Friday, April 21st 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

To schedule your appointment or for more information, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: ESTRELLA

We have booked dates for blood drives at EMC for 2023. As we get closer to the individual drives information on registering will be shared. Below are the dates we've secured for 2023.

• April 21st
• June 23rd
• July 28th
• September 1st
• November 3rd

Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year begins Monday, February 6th. For information or to register, go to www.empreschool.com or call Lisa Tucker at (623) 476-5578.