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Victory Lutheran Church

MISSIONS

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” – Acts 1:8

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At Victory we want to be intentional about fulfilling the command of Jesus in Acts 1:8 where He calls us to be His witnesses to Jerusalem (the congregation), Judea (our community), Samaria (regionally) and the ends of the earth (globally). 

As part of our commitment to this command and our way of serving others and spreading God’s word, Victory provides outreach: 
• Locally, Victory serves our community through Family Promise, I-HELP, Food Pantry, and Victory Quilters.
• Regionally, we support the Navajo Christian School and Mission in Rock Point, AZ 
• Globally through Orchard Africa, Lutheran World Relief, and Samaritan’s Purse.

Family Promise

Twice a year we host families at Victory for a week at a time. The prep work starts about a month in advance of a host week. The leadership team coordinates sign up sheets for volunteer positions and meal preparations. Some like to cook or donate money to cover groceries, while others prefer setting up rooms or staying overnight with our guests.

Upcoming Host Weeks: November 12-19, 2023

Contact Kathy Michel or Bonnie Brehmer.

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Food Pantry

FOOD PANTRY HOURS – Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00-11:30am
Utility & Rental Assistance call 480-654-4539. Appointment Required.

Leaving for the season and don’t know what to do with your non-perishable and unopened food? Drop it off in the Food Pantry bin during office hours or during weekend worship.

Victory Quilters

We meet the 3rd Tuesday and Wednesday of the month at 8:30am. Come when you can, stay as long as you can; everyone can cut, sew, pin and tie knots. You do not need to be a church or circle member to attend. Bring a friend! The quilts are donated to Navajo Lutheran Mission, Orchard: Africa and Lutheran Social Ministries. We typically break for the summer.
Call us at (480) 830-5024 to confirm dates.

I-Help

I-HELP (Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program) is also part of Lutheran Social Services and it is a unique shelter model that provides homeless individuals with hope and opportunity for a better future by offering overnight shelter, meals, showers, case management, and connections to community services.

I-HELP Program at Victory
Victory hosts women the 2nd & 4th Wednesday and Thursday of the month.
– Night shelter
– Cold evening beverages, morning coffee and lots of bottled water
– Healthy & hearty sack lunch provided for the next day
– Cots, air mattresses & linens for sleeping
– Showers with soap, shampoo, lotion and towels provided

All new guests must complete a pre-screening interview before entering I-HELP. Please call for bed availability and to schedule pre-screening at 480-654-4539.

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Navajo Lutheran Mission

The Navajo Lutheran Mission exists to connect diverse communities to the needs of the Navajo People by creating a safe environment where the values of education, culture, and spiritual formation are accessible to all people.

At the Rock Point Mission, we work to convey tools for living healthy, Christ-centered lifestyles. We are proud of the trust we have earned and sustained in the community and look forward to changing hearts and lives of future generations of individuals and families in Rock Point.

Our Mission: To humbly inspire the development of educational, cultural, physical, and spiritual well-being among the Navajo

Learn more: nelm.org

Lutheran World Relief
Fair Trade

Victory Women support Lutheran World Relief by selling Fair Trade hand-made crafts, jewelry, coffee and tea. This is an opportunity for us to generate opportunity and income for small-scale farmers in third world countries.

When you buy Fair Trade products:
– Farmers and their communities benefit from sustainable sources of income, along with funding for things like clean water systems, health clinics and school expansions.
– We benefit not only from the purchase of quality products, but also in knowing that we made a real and lasting difference for farmers and their families around the world.

Fair trade is a movement toward a just exchange of goods. By making the choice to buy items that are fairly traded, you are taking a stand against global poverty and seeking justice for your neighbor!

Learn more: lwr.org

Operation Christmas Child

A project of Samaritan’s Purse, delivering the gospel of Jesus through gift-filled shoeboxes to boys and girls around the world.

Collection dates: October 28-November 19, 2023
Pizza & Packing Party! November 11, 2023 @ 5:00pm
Contact Maria & Mike Hurry at mhurry.up@hotmail.com

Learn More: Samaritan’s Purse

Orchard: Africa

Orchard: Africa exist to equip the church to care for the vulnerable. We provide tools for leaders serving under-resourced communities to help them respond to poverty and injustice in their communities.

Their four programs are: Food & Agriculture, Care, Education and Ministry. The Church is the platform, programs are the tools and hope in Christ is the message.

Victory partners with Orchard: Africa donating materials, financial resources, and sending regularly volunteers in a mission trip to South Africa. Our most recent campaign was Own This Impact when we raised funds for the construction of an Impact Center.

Next mission trip planned for 2024. More details to come!

Learn more: orchardafrica.org

5946 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85205

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Mon – Thu (8am-4pm)

(480) 830-5024
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Family Promise

Please fill out the form below to send us a message or call us at (480) 830-5024.

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I-Help

Volunteers Opportunities

Volunteering at Victory is a great way to meet interesting people while you work as His hands in our very troubled world. If you want to join our “merry band,” please contact Bev Locke by filling out the form at the end of the page. 

– Wednesday sandwich makers and lunch packers (team of 2 or 3)
– Wednesday set up crew beginning in April. (team of 3)
– Thursday sandwich makers and lunch packers beginning in April. (2 or 3 people)
– Prayer warrior both nights beginning in April. (one each night from 5:15-6:30pm)
– Home-made cookies or muffins for sack lunches
– Cooks to provide an evening meal
– Donations to offset laundry expenses always welcome

Together, we help change lives.

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GriefShare

The GriefShare Program is a 13-week series of videos that we watch each week of the meeting. Each weekly GriefShare group begins with a 30-minute video featuring respected experts on grief-related topics and helpful stories from people who have experienced loss. Their insights will help you manage your emotions, gain clarity, and find answers to your questions as you walk through the grief process. We welcome everyone who has a loss; whether it be a child or a parent or spouse.

The videos are followed by discussion. Talking with other people who understand what you’re experiencing brings great comfort, normalizes the grief experience, and offers a supportive environment to work through your grief.

Each session stands alone, so you can join anytime. Consider a single session to learn about the program.

We meet every Monday from 12:30-2:30pm here at Victory.
Check out the schedule.

Sign up today!

Do you have more questions? 
Don’t hesitate to reach us out at (480) 830-5024, or message us filling the form below.
Learn more about GriefShare at their webpage: www.griefshare.org.

Victory Quilters

We meet the 3rd Tuesday and Wednesday of the month at 8:30am. Come when you can, stay as long as you can; everyone can cut, sew, pin and tie knots. You do not need to be a church or circle member to attend. Bring a friend! The quilts are donated to Navajo Lutheran Mission, Orchard: Africa and Lutheran Social Ministries. We typically break for the summer. Please check schedule.

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential one-to-one Christian care to individuals in our congregation and community who are experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation.

Stephen Ministers are trained by their congregation’s Stephen Leaders using resources from Stephen Ministries St. Louis. The training they receive in the congregation equips them to provide high-quality care to people who are hurting.

Care receivers are individuals in the congregation or community who are going through a crisis or life difficulty. Potential care receivers first meet with a pastor or Stephen Leader, who assesses their needs for care and matches them with a Stephen Minister.

After being matched with a person experiencing a life crisis, the Stephen Minister meets with that person on a weekly basis for about an hour to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. The caring relationship lasts as long as the need for care exists.

“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, NRSV)

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ORCHARD: AFRICA

To equip the church to respond to poverty & injustice, thereby caring for the vulnerable using four programs: Food & Agriculture, Care, Education and Ministry.  (orchardafrica.org)

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

A “shoebox ministry” of Samaritan’s Purse, delivering gift-filled shoeboxes to boys and girls around the world.

FAIR TRADE

Victory Women support Lutheran World Relief (lwr.org) by selling Fair Trade hand-made crafts, jewelry, coffee and tea that generates income for small-scale businesses in third world countries. 

NAVAJO LUTHERAN MISSION

Serving the Navajo community of Rock Point, AZ, a remote, isolated village near the Four Corners. The Mission campus includes a K-2 private Christian school, clinic, cultural center, water project and food bank.  (nelm.org)

MUSIC MINISTRY

Ensembles at Victory practice weekly during the high season to prepare for weekly worship and special events. In addition, many people share their talents individually. Click here for our concert line-up!

LSS-SW

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest (LSS-SW)

I-HELP PROGRAM: We provide a safe and secure place for women who are currently experiencing homelessness the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month.

FOOD PANTRY: Food boxes distributed Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00-11:30am.
Utility & rental assistance by appointment only 480-654-4539.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

We meet throughout the year on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for Bible Study.

Summer Schedule (May-Sept): 2nd Tuesday of the month all groups meet together on campus at 9:30am

Winter Schedule (Oct-April): 2nd Tuesday of the month

Esperanza Bible Study – 9:30am

Mary Bible Study – 1:30pm (in home)


GRIEFSHARE

A grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one.

13-week Program: Mondays, 12:30-2:30pm, February 13-May 8, 2023
(No meeting April 10th)
GriefShare.org

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life. 

FAMILY PROMISE

Four times a year we host families experiencing homelessness at Victory for a week at a time. Volunteers needed to set up rooms, preparing a meal, serve/clean-up dinner or stay as an overnight host.

Upcoming Host Weeks: April 16-23, 2023 & November 112-19, 2023

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential one-to-one Christian care to individuals in our congregation and community who are experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation.

Stephen Ministers are trained by their congregation’s Stephen Leaders using resources from Stephen Ministries St. Louis. The training they receive in the congregation equips them to provide high-quality care to people who are hurting.

Care receivers are individuals in the congregation or community who are going through a crisis or life difficulty. Potential care receivers first meet with a pastor or Stephen Leader, who assesses their needs for care and matches them with a Stephen Minister.

After being matched with a person experiencing a life crisis, the Stephen Minister meets with that person on a weekly basis for about an hour to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. The caring relationship lasts as long as the need for care exists.

“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, NRSV)

Women’s Ministry

PURPOSE STATEMENT

As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts,  support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world.

We meet throughout the year on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for Bible Study:

Summer Schedule (May-Sept)

2nd Tuesday of the month all groups meet together on campus at 9:30 am.

Winter Schedule (Oct-April)

  • 2nd Tuesday of the month
  • Esperanza Bible Study - 9:30am
  • Naomi Bible Study - 2:00 pm
  • Mary Bible Study - 1:30 pm (in-home)
  • Women’s Ministry

    PURPOSE STATEMENT

    As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts,  support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world.

    We meet throughout the year on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for Bible Study:

    Summer Schedule (May-Sept)

    2nd Tuesday of the month all groups meet together on campus at 9:30 am.

    Winter Schedule (Oct-April)

  • 2nd Tuesday of the month
  • Esperanza Bible Study - 9:30am
  • Naomi Bible Study - 2:00 pm
  • Mary Bible Study - 1:30 pm (in-home)
  • WOMEN’S MINISTRY

    Welcome to the vibrant women’s ministry at Victory Lutheran Church! As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to growing in faith, affirming our gifts, and supporting one another in our callings. Our purpose is to engage in ministry and action, promoting healing and wholeness in the church, society, and the world. At Victory Lutheran Church, our women’s ministry provides a nurturing and empowering space for women of all ages to connect, grow, and serve together. Through uplifting worship, inspiring Bible studies, enriching events, and impactful service opportunities, we equip women to live out their God-given purpose and embrace their unique gifts. Join us as we journey together, fostering fellowship, spiritual growth, and making a lasting impact within our church, our families, and our wider community.

    PURPOSE STATEMENT

    As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ,  and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts,  support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world.

    We meet throughout the year on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for Bible Study:

    Summer Schedule (May-Sept)

    2nd Tuesday of the month all groups meet together on campus at 9:30am.

    Winter Schedule (Oct-April)

    • 2nd Tuesday of the month
    • Esperanza Bible Study – 9:30am
    • Naomi Bible Study – 2:00pm
    • Mary Bible Study – 1:30pm (in home)
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