Emmanuel Lutheran Church, K-8 School, and SONshine Preschool

Emmanuel Lutheran Church, K-8 School, and SONshine Preschool Emmanuel Lutheran Church is a caring, Bible-based, Lutheran church & school serving the Tempe, Arizona area. Students learn to live a life of service to Jesus.

Emmanuel is a caring, Bible-based, confessional Lutheran church serving Tempe and the Valley of the Sun. We want to share with you the joy and peace that comes through Jesus Christ! Here you'll find weekly messages that offer insight to the Bible, the history of God's love for you. God's word convicts us, but especially it heals us and brings us forgiveness and new life. Join us for worship, and you'll meet new friends, along with encouragement and strength to face life's challenges. Become involved in activity groups and Bible studies, and make connections. Emmanuel Lutheran School works together with parents to help our children grow:
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Students receive a high quality, well-rounded Christ-centered education. All subjects are taught in the light of God's Word. Physically -
Students participate in recess, physical education classes, and athletic programs. Students learn that their bodies are a gift from God. Socially -
Students learn to recognize all people as God's creation. Students learn to show kindness, love, and and respect to others. Facebook Comment Policy

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This Sunday we talked a lot about forgiveness. In our first reading we read from Genesis. Joseph, who had been sold into...
09/15/2026

This Sunday we talked a lot about forgiveness. In our first reading we read from Genesis. Joseph, who had been sold into slavery by his brothers, spoke these words in forgiveness to them: "you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good..."

It's in our nature to struggle with forgiveness, but we can learn from Joseph, and from our Savior who forgave our huge debt! Lord, help us forgive!

[Read the account in Genesis 50: 15 -21]

📣Shout out to an amazing parent photographer who captured this shot from when our Junior Choir sang for the Diamondbacks...
09/15/2026

📣Shout out to an amazing parent photographer who captured this shot from when our Junior Choir sang for the Diamondbacks game!

💙💛Do you have pictures you captured from the game? If so, please share them to [email protected]

↗️ Spread the word about the 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will ...
09/14/2026

↗️ Spread the word about the 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆

"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."

That sentence is a lie. Words hurt. Their wounds sometimes take decades to heal.

And the deepest pain is found in words spoken against yourself. I’m worthless. I’m a failure. I’m not good enough. Mephibosheth knows your pain. His short yet powerfully personal Bible story will guide you to see yourself differently, to see yourself as God sees you: beloved, worthy, and his.

Join Pastor Jon Enter for the first of four Bible studies.

When: September 27, at 4:00 pm (Arizona time)
Topic: My Self-Worth
For ages 13+
To learn more and register: https://wels.link/3Ui2nTT

09/12/2026

🎼Band students added to our chapel worship!

7th graders worked together to build team bridges. Much creativity was involved, since some groups couldn't talk, others...
09/11/2026

7th graders worked together to build team bridges. Much creativity was involved, since some groups couldn't talk, others couldn't use both hands, and still others cheered after every move!

Calling all moms and their children under age 2! Join us for MUMs Bible Study, beginning September 13 at 9:15 a.m. in th...
09/10/2026

Calling all moms and their children under age 2! Join us for MUMs Bible Study, beginning September 13 at 9:15 a.m. in the church nursery.

MUMs (mothers understanding mothers) is Emmanuel’s group for moms interested in growing in God’s Word and Christian fellowship. Come enjoy a time of encouragement, fellowship, and growing together in God’s Word!

Our Fall Family Grill Out (In) was a great chance for new and returning families to come together for fellowship and gam...
09/10/2026

Our Fall Family Grill Out (In) was a great chance for new and returning families to come together for fellowship and games!

Here at Emmanuel we prioritize CONNECTION. This is done with a purpose, because education is most impactful when it is done in cooperation with families.

🥞 Help us say thanks to everyone who served up pancakes with a smile! ☺️
09/09/2026

🥞 Help us say thanks to everyone who served up pancakes with a smile! ☺️

Guess who! 🍎👀It’s  , and we’re giving you a sneak peek into one of our classrooms. Take a close look — can you guess the...
09/09/2026

Guess who! 🍎👀

It’s , and we’re giving you a sneak peek into one of our classrooms. Take a close look — can you guess the teacher and room?

Drop your best guesses in the comments below! We’ll reveal the answer tomorrow. 👇✨

Can you guess what 7th and 8th graders have been studying in science?
09/08/2026

Can you guess what 7th and 8th graders have been studying in science?

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715 West Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ
85282

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Sunday 8am - 11:30am

Telephone

(480) 967-3991

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