Estrella American Heritage Girls #0516

04/07/2026

Are you interested in seeing what AHG is all about - come to our year end ceremony and check it out

Must purchase ticket - only $10 each due to catered dinner

Purchase tickets here -

 AHG End-of-the-Year Award Ceremony & Celebration! Let’s come together to celebrate our incredible American Heritage Girls and all they’ve accomplished this year!Each level will perform something special before receiving their certificates and hard-earned badges. It’s a time to honor ...

02/12/2026

Tonight our Patriots gathered at my home to work on their Faith Award, specifically diving deep into the word reverent tonight.

The Faith Award asks each girl to choose four words from the AHG Creed and truly study them through scripture, journaling, crafting, prayer, application to life, and creative expression. We were a little behind on reverent, so the girls gave up their free time after school to come make it a priority to earn this badge.

And they did more than just check a box tonight.

We read scripture together and studied 1 Kings 6, where they tried to model the tabernacle based on its detailed design wothbair foam. They learned what a cherubim is and even made their own to place inside their building. It sparked such good conversation about how intentional worship was, how detailed the temple was, and what it means to approach a holy God with reverence.

Then they created what we are calling their Reverent Reminder Boards. Each girl included names of God, practical reminders of how to live reverently, and picked a worship song that helps anchor their heart to reverent. I loved seeing their personalities shine through. Every board was completely different, creative, thoughtful, and beautiful in its own way.

We also worked on our script for the AHG finale ceremony in April with lots of luaghs and script writing to really own what they will be presenting to the younger AHG generation.

And of course, we broke bread together. Open faced Texas toast meatball subs, chocolate covered strawberries, and cupcakes made for the perfect mix of meaningful and fun.

What blessed me most was not the projects… It is watching these young women CHOOSE to grow and lean on each other.

They chose To study
Chose To reflect
To build
To ask questions
To laugh
To take their faith seriously
All while still being teenagers who enjoy each other.

As their leader, I am so grateful they allow me to walk alongside them. I get to guide them, learn with them, and laugh with them. Watching them deepen their relationship with the Lord is such an honor.

So proud of our Patriots.

Reverent. And becoming more so every day.

02/03/2026

AHG does time as a full troop, but our unit time is where connection, growth and lots of giggles happen. Can’t believe this season is almost over.

11/18/2025

TENDERHEARTS IS LOOKING FOR YOU
We need someone who is willing to step in and join our Tenderheart team.

You will not have to create curriculum or lead lessons. Our amazing leaders already handle that. We simply need extra hands to help during activities and be present with this fun, eager to learn age group of 7-9 year olds.

And here is where my heart breaks a little. Not only would our current Tenderheart leaders feel supported, but WE HAVE TWO girls waiting to join our troop. Their moms have expressed how much they want their daughters to know Jesus and build friendships with other girls. Right now I have had to turn them away, or place them on a waiting list, because we are sitting right at AHG required ratios.

Can you imagine being the reason two little girls get a spot to learn who God is?
Can you imagine being the answered prayer for a mom who is trying to point her daughter to Jesus?

Jesus said, Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant. Matthew 20:26

Here is what it takes to step into this spot.
- You will need to register and become AHG certified, which is a one time $40 fee
- You will also take two online classes that take about 45 minutes each
- Pass a background check.

You do not have to have a kid in Tenderhearts to volunteer. You can have a girl in another unit or even be a grandmother who just loves to help. It does not have to be someone who has an AHG kid or a Tenderheart to fill this position.

If your heart is tugging even a little, please reach out. Your yes could change more than you know.

11/18/2025

AHG Troop 0516 was on fire tonight. Every unit was buzzing from a guest speaker female veteran, to girls making Christmas cards for the elderly, hikers prepping for their big adventure, young ladies learning their identity in God and sharing those words with a younger unit. Add in singing and dancing,as well as so much ‘perseverance’ on display in our games and activities.

It was one of those nights where everywhere you turned something meaningful and fun was happening.

Proud of these girls and the hearts they bring every week. We have amazing leaders with the heart to teach in exciting, engaging, and God honoring ways!

10/22/2025

Candy Palooza is this SUNDAY Oct 26th!!
* FREE PUMPKINS
* FREE TRAIN RIDES
* FREE GAMES
* candy, Candy, CANDY
* Toddler Area
* Bounce House
* Food Trucks available for guest purchases

The event will be open to the public at 12:30pm-2pm
17777 W. Westar Dr, Goodyear

Attend 10:30am church service and get into Candypalooza a half hour before general public!!!!

10/16/2025

All girls age 5-18 are invited to this event to see what our Estrella/Goodyear American Heritage Girls Troop 0516 is all about. We will have fun stations, snacks, prayer, games, steam project and crafts. Must register by Saturday - link is in the comments!!

09/09/2025

What an incredible kickoff night for AHG! We had 31 girls across 4 unit levels— so many returning faces and shining new ones. My heart is so full seeing this amazing group of girls and the volunteers God has brought our way. Tonight was all about connection— meeting new unit members, jumping into badge work, and our first Creed Word lesson: Compassion. We used rocks and items to show how every act of compassion, big or small, creates a ripple effect. We also launched our Smile Challenge for the next two weeks— so watch out Estrella and Goodyear! If a little AHG girl flashes you a smile, smile back— they’re spreading ripples of joy everywhere they go! I couldn’t be more excited for this year and all that’s ahead with these girls. Truly blessed! 💙❤️

09/08/2025

✨ A Few Spots Still Open! ✨

Looking for a Christ-centered, character-building program for your daughter? Come join American Heritage Girls Troop AZ0516!

Our troop is all about faith, friendship, service, and fun—with badge work, outdoor adventures, and lasting memories along the way. Girls ages 5–18 grow in leadership and character while building deep friendships rooted in Christ.

📅 First Meeting: September 8
📍 Where: Westar Elementary
🕕 When: 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6–8 p.m.

It’s not too late to jump in! Troop AZ0516 has a few spots still open, and we’d love to welcome your family.

👉 Come be part of the adventure with Troop 0516—where girls grow in faith, service, and friendship that lasts!

08/22/2025

SIGN-UP WINDOW IS CLOSING - Troop 0516's first meeting is Sept 8th!!

Want to be emailed all our troop information, and how to sign up, just respond with your email in the comments or in a pm. It has all sorts of amazing infomration about the troop and links on how to sign up.

We have spots for all 5 to 18 year old girls

08/12/2025

Tonight’s the night! 🎉 Our American Heritage Girls interest & re-registration meeting is happening 6-7 PM at the Westar Elementary School Library.

Whether you’re curious about joining or you’re a returning family ready to re-register, this is the perfect time to get info, ask questions, pick up the calendar, and get connected for the year ahead.

Can’t wait to see you there! 💙❤️