Missions Supported by Shepherd of the Hills
Endi & Kati Kovacs – Budapest Hungary
Endi and Kati Kovacs serve in Budapest, Hungary, where they are dedicated to strengthening the spiritual and emotional health of pastors, ministry leaders, and their families. Working through Novo, a global mission organization, Endi is the founder and adjunct professor of a two-year postgraduate program in Christian Living and Mission, and he serves with Harmat Publishing—Hungary’s largest evangelical publishing house—as well as the Gyökössy Institute, which provides nationwide support for pastors’ spiritual and relational well-being. He also leads retreats and offers individual spiritual direction to help church leaders minister out of a deep love for God. Kati is a Christian counselor trained in Hungary and Canada, a gifted teacher in postgraduate pastoral care programs in Budapest, and a leader of workshops and marriage retreats for clergy couples. Together, Endi and Kati are investing in the next generation of Christian leaders across Hungary and Central Europe.
Sponsor: Pastor Tom Ashbrook
Luke & Molly Verhagen of Wycliffe Bible Translators
Imagine a day when all the nations worship.
The Bible is more than just words on a page; it’s the living Word of God that has the power to capture hearts and transform lives forever. You can be a part of seeing the Bible — the greatest story ever told — go out in all languages so that all people can worship God.
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Johnson
Awakening Lives to World Missions
Awakening Lives to World Missions (ALWM) International carries out ongoing, fruitful, life changing ministry in Bangladesh, Belarus, Cambodia, Kenya, Laos, Myanmar, Tanzania, Thailand & Vietnam through our ministry partners, missionaries and strategic projects in each country. Our primary focus is on taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to those who have not heard.
Sponsor: Eileen Doench
Companion With The Poor
Paul and Queenie Rollet serve in the Philippines with Companion with the Poor (CWTP), a non-profit Christian organization that works with the poorest and the least reached slum communities in Metro Manila and nearby provincial cities. They plant holistic churches that meet the spiritual and physical needs of the most marginalized. CWTP partners with local churches to plant sustainable churches within two years.
Sponsor: Elaine Tarr
American Indian Christian Mission (AICM)
House of Blessing
Located in South Los Angeles, the House of Blessing’s mission is to inspire women and single mothers to build healthy relationships with God and the local community through educational, spiritual and economic advancement. We accommodate fifteen women at a time. The “House Mom” lives on the premises, managing the home and distributing the weekly chores for for the residents. Applicants must complete an intake form and an interview before entering the program. We accept residents from all backgrounds and walks of life; all beliefs, and cultures.
Sponsor: Charlene Puryear
Paz de Cristo
Paz de Cristo’s mission is to feed, clothe and empower those in need in the Phoenix East Valley. Our vision and mission guide our work each day helping people who struggle with hunger, poverty and homelessness.
Sponsor: Don Wirth
The Johannesen’s Fostering Church Planting in France
In a nation of 68 million people, only 1% know and follow Jesus. Most have never personally met a Jesus-follower, and there is a desperate need for missionaries who embrace the call, understand the culture, and effectively share the gospel. The average French person will live their whole life and never hear an accurate gospel message. France is home to Europe’s highest Muslim population and there are 40 spiritual mediums for every pastor. God has called us to help plant churches and to share with others the incredible need to make disciples in a place with so few of his followers.
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Teeples
Peace Lutheran Church
A Growing Church in Holbrook, Arizona.
Begun 56 years ago to provide a Lutheran presence in the high desert community of Holbrook, Peace Lutheran has always been a small congregation. “What we lack in size, we make up for in warmth,” said charter member Elaine Snell (Elaine “graduated” to heaven in 2018), laughing, “You can’t slip through the cracks here!”
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Johnson
Amazing Grace Lutheran Church
We are a small bilingual church located in Glendale, Arizona. Our focus is loving others to Christ and caring for each other as Jesus taught us. We offer Worship Services in English and Spanish. Our sermons relate to daily life.
Sponsors: Marcia Fears & Eileen Doench
Nicaragua Lutheran Mission
Pastor Juan Benito
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Teeples
Pacific Islands University – Guam
Our mission is to prepare men & women with a biblical worldview for leadership and service in life, work & ministry in the community and around the world.
Sonsor: Pastor Jeff Johnson
Grace Lutheran Church Heat Respite
Since 2005, the Maricopa County of Government’s Heat Relief Network has coordinated and implemented hydration stations, refuge locations, and water donation sites throughout the Valley with the goal of preventing heat related and heat caused deaths among the homeless population and other vulnerable populations. Beyond providing hydration, respite and wellness checks during the summer months, the Heat Respite at Grace Lutheran Church aspires to reach out to not only the physical needs of all those who come through the doors, but to their fullness as human beings.
Sponsor: Eileen Doench
Shepherd of the Hills Quilters
The Shepherd of the Hills Quilters are a small but mighty group of 8-12 ladies, who sew 35-45 quilts a year. The quilts are given to Veterans, U Mom, Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission, Grace Lutheran Prison Ministry, our graduating seniors and anyone in need of comfort. Come help! Join us for a short bible reading, coffee and lots of conversations on Tuesday mornings September through May.
Sponsor: Elaine Tarr
Across Nations Indian Reservation – Window Rock, NM
Across Nations is advancing the legacy of Western Indian Ministries by equipping Native America to exalt Jesus, encounter His goodness and extend His kingdom.
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Johnson
Webb Family Cargo Project
Sponsor: Pastor Jeff Johnson
More Ways to Get Involved
Worship Support
Sundays @ 9:30 am
Many people make worship happen on Sunday mornings. During COVID-19, we have a special team handling these responsbilities.
- Greeters
- Ushers
- Scripture Readers
- Camera Operator
- PowerPoint / ProPresenter
Prayer Chain
Weekly
Call Pastor Jeff in the office at 480 837-9532 or via email at Jeff@sothaz.com to have your prayers added to the prayer chain. Also contact Jeff if you would like to receive the prayer chain via email.
Property Team
Thursday afternoon, Friday, or Saturday.
Help to maintain our church facility, inside and out.
Contact Lloyd Tarr or the church office.
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Shepherd of the Hills is affiliated with Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ.