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Note: Pastor Zeke has taken this month off from posting an article. However, every once in a while, something is read that can be shared and enjoyed by so many others. This one is from Victoria and Joel Olsteen's daily online devotional.
Today's Scripture:
"Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves"
(Romans 12:10, NIV Today's Word:
What are you devoted to in your life? Being devoted to something is simply being loyal by giving of your time, affection and resources. Many people today are devoted to certain restaurants, television programs and even their cell phones! There's nothing wrong with any of that, but we have to examine our own hearts and see if we are being devoted to the people God has placed in our lives. Are we honoring others above ourselves? The world's system says to look out for number one-yourself," but God's system says "look out for others, and I will look out for you."
Today, as you examine your own heart and life, ask the Lord to show you ways that you can honor others. One way is by simply being faithful to your word. Be a person of integrity and honor. As you live your life devoted to one another and honoring others, you are actually honoring God. He will repay you for your kindness and reward you in this life and in eternity!
Prayer for Today:
Heavenly Father, teach me to be a person of honor. Teach me to be devoted to others the way You desire. Fill me with Your love which is all that matters in eternity. I bless You and thank You for Your goodness. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Pastor Ezequiel Ochoa
Church Phone: (480) 241-1862
POSTAL MAILING ADDRESS
Send any correspondence to:
Living Hope Church
1042 S. Portland Avenue
Gilbert, Az 85296
Victor Mireles - Spanish Minister
"Welcome, Bienvenidos"
Victor and Liliana Mireles are assisting LHC with Spanish speaking visitors and prospective members. Their previous work in the Chicago, Ilinois area, and local East Valley community has been primarily with the Spanish speaking population from many Latin American countries. Invite those who have a desire to know God and introduce them to this warm and awesome family for discipleship and Bible studies in thier native language. Cultures may have differences but the love of Christ has no language barriers!
You will find our Spanish Minister ready to greet you at our door and assist the spanish group during Wednesday Bible Study at 7 pm and on Sunday afternoons at 2:30 pm.
This ministry gathers in an adjacent classroom and have services or Bible studies simultaneously during our English Services. We welcome any guest you may bring who might need the assistance of a spanish speaking minister and we can assure you they will enjoy the small group atmosphere of song and Word.
Jonathan Medrano - Youth Minister
Our Youth leader, Jonathan Medrano, comes to us from the Bay Area, in northern California. He attended Union City Apostolic Church near San Jose for 6 years, and worked under Pastor Adam Lopez Jr., as Youth President, Home Fellowship Care Pastor, and on multimedia projects.
He attended Northern Pacific Coast Bible College where he grasped a love of the Word and the work of God. He enjoys his time in Gilbert Arizona, with his wife Risa and one-year old daughter Amya Renee. He is devoted to helping the work at Living Hope Church and is a true servant to the gospel of Jesus Christ in his character and kindness toward people from all walks of life. He brings with him an excitement and vision for all youth, and career-oriented young adults who want the best in life as they commit their lives to Jesus.
**We currently offer "Youth Focused" bible studies every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Each lesson is based on everyday teen and young adult life "struggles" and the steps that will help us overcome through Jesus Christ. If you want to know more about us or want to join in, you can e-mail our Youth Administrator.**
Congratulations to Sarah, who is our new Youth Administrator.
Got any ideas, suggestions, or want to know more about our youth activities! Just send her an e-mail! 
Martha Ochoa is the Director of the Children's Sunday School Education Ministry at LHC. Having more than 20 years experience teaching Sunday School and in Public School in the valley, she continues to use her passion of education for the work of God.
She earned a BA in Elementary Ed "92, and an MA in Early Childhood Ed '96 from Arizona State University. In 2000, she worked with other dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Educators as part of an in-home preschool, which greatly motivated her to open a private "primary grade" school in the Tempe-Mesa area.
In late 2004 she chose to close the doors to help with the care of her ill mother. Since then her path has opened many new doors and the rewards of working with children are still her motivation at Living Hope Church.
She works with a teaching team that follows her "heartbeat" in having children experience the best practices in teaching children on Sundays with a "Hands on Lesson" put together just for them!
Josh and his wife Lina live in Mesa with their 4 year old daughter Isabella. They moved to Arizona from Denver Colorado, where Josh started his ministry in 2004. He has been a blessing to Living Hope Church with his creative mind for church event advertisements and screen power point presentations.
In addition to the media and sound, he has a natural talent for the piano and God is using him in our Music ministry. He has been playing for 2 years, and he is a great blessing to the body of Christ.
E-mail Ezequiel
