A Reconciling in Christ synod
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ELCA Launches Collaboration with Blessed Tomorrow
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In its commitment to pursuing wholeness for creation, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is pleased to announce collaboration with
ecoAmerica and its
Blessed Tomorrow program, which helps faith-based organizations elevate their leadership on the moral, religious and justice issues surrounding climate change.
Read More >>
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In conjunction with this announcement, the ELCA has released
"God's work. Our hands. Caring for Creation Today," a video that explains the Lutheran grounding for and prioritization of creation care and encourages ongoing dialogue and activity. Visit
Caring for Creation for more information.
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Assembly Registration is now OPEN!
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Registration is now open for the 2019 Synod Assembly. Please read all information on the
Registration Page before registering yourself or voting members of your congregation.
Also available:
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eConnection Spotlight:
RMS in the Neighborhood
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Introducing My America - Rana Almishlib, Baltimore MD
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LIRS continues to advocate boldly for our vision of a welcoming America, and we’re excited to expand that work with our newest storytelling campaign:
My America. This campaign will lift up the voices of refugees, migrants, and supporters like you, to create a mosaic of stories rooted in hope and resilience.
My America...is a Place of Freedom
By Rana Almishlib
I’d like to share how this country is free and blessed. Anybody can be a citizen no matter their race, color, or religion. I want to share about the way that this country gave me a lot of power – that I can be equal, no matter my gender or my religion.
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Christ makes a new season possible: a Season of Hope!
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Proclaim to the world that the hope of Christ makes a new season possible: a Season of Hope. Lutheran World Relief has an abundance of resources to show your congregation the impact they can make in the lives of poor and struggling families around the world. Invigorate your congregation for global good with:
- Weekly devotionals by Lutherans in the U.S. and LWR staff
- Palm Sunday bulletin insert and children’s activity sheet
- Season of Hope Homily Series centered on Matthew 25:34-36
Visit
lwr.org/lent and journey through this Lenten season with Lutheran World Relief.
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Lutheran congregations helped to launch Eco-Palms
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Did you know that Lutherans have been pioneers in transforming the business of palms? Since 2005, Eco-Palms has been helping harvesting communities rise out of poverty and sustain the land they depend on for survival. Lutheran World Relief has partnered with the University of Minnesota CINRAM to bring Eco-Palms to congregations across the U.S.
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Faith Formation Network Visioning Conversation
February 14, 10:00 a.m. - noon
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The Faith Formation Network is having a conversation about the next faithful step for the network, expectations, and vision. We would love your participation!
Please plan to join us in person at the
Lutheran Center
or digitally via ZOOM as we make some decisions about what Better Together means for the ministry of faith formation in the RMS.
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RMS Youth Council is ready to launch!
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The RMS Youth Council task force has finished its visioning work and is ready to add a few more members, with
at least one youth representing each conference of the Synod.
If you know a youth interested in being part of this new group of valued youth voices, please have them go to our
new website
, or request an application or more information from the current council members at
rmsyouthcouncil@gmail.com
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Applications will be accepted until the end of March.
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Office of the Bishop Eucharist, Wednesday, February 13
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Our monthly Eucharist will be held at the Lutheran Center on Wednesday, February 13 at 11:30 a.m.
All are invited to join in this 30 minute worship.
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Installations
Rev. Paul Schick
Community of Joy, Rio Rancho, NM
Saturday, February 9, 6:00 p.m.
Color of the Day:
Green
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RMS Prayer Cycle
FEBRUARY 2019: BORDER CONFERENCE
Week of February 10
Our Savior - Alamogordo, NM
Michael Degner
Peace - Las Cruces, NM
Jared Carson
Laura Carson
Peace - El Paso, TX
Diana Linden-Johnson
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Join us in daily prayer:
Download
ELCA Prayer Ventures
for daily guides to prayer for the global, social and outreach ministries of the ELCA, as well as for the needs and circumstances of our neighbors, communities and world.
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Sunday, February 10
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
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Prayer of the Day
Most holy God, the earth is filled with your glory, and before you angels and saints stand in awe. Enlarge our vision to see your power at work in the world, and by your grace make us heralds of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
In God's Hands: Ecumenical Prayer Cycle from the World Council of Churches
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Holden Evening Prayer Around the World (HEPAW)
Wednesday, February 6, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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Saint Peter Lutheran Church
9300 E Belleview Ave
Greenwood Village, CO (
map
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What is Holden Evening Prayer Around the World?
Once a year Holden invites Villagers across the globe to come together through participation in the
Holden Evening Prayer
. Join us TODAY , as we seek to support and draw strength from one another, reaffirming our values as people who have been called, equipped, and sent, and supporting each other’s work in environmental stewardship and justice for all people.
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Register NOW for Colorado Lutheran Day at the Legislature
Thursday, February 21, 7:30 a.m.- noon
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Join us for
Lutheran Day at the Legislature at the Colorado State Capitol! Learn about current issues, gather with other faithful advocates, and meet & lobby your elected officials.
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Sky Ranch Annual Meeting
Sunday, February 24, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Sky Ranch will host its Annual meeting
Sunday, February 24, at Dicken’s Tavern in Longmont.
Join us for an opportunity to reflect on the blessings of 2018 and look forward to the adventure of 2019!
Dicken’s Tavern & Opera House
300 Main St
For questions about the annual meeting please contact that office at 970-493-5258 or through e-mail at
ally@skyranchcolorado.org
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Synod Assembly Opportunities!
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Synod Assembly is coming to
Albuquerque which brings some unique opportunities for local folks this year!
- Local Visitor Option: Area folks are invited to join the assembly on Saturday afternoon/evening which includes: Afternoon excursion/immersion, dinner, and evening worship. Cost: $50.
- Saturday evening worship: Area congregations are invited to join our evening worship on Saturday, May 4.
- Election Volunteer: We are looking for one person to serve on the election team for the next two years. Contact Deacon Erin Power for more information.
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Bishop's Legislative Luncheon & Issues Briefing
Wednesday, February 6, begins 8:45 a.m.
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You are invited and urged to save the date and attend!
The morning Issues
Briefing will be at 8:45 a.m. at the
United Church, 1804 Arroyo Chamiso in Santa Fe (
map
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Registration and refreshments will begin at 8:45 am. The
Bishop's Legislative Luncheon will be at
12:30 p.m. La Fonda Hotel, 100 East San Francisco (
map
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The cost for the luncheon is $35 per person. That cost is reduced to $30 when four or more people attend from your congregation or group. If you are only able to attend the morning Issues Briefing, the cost is $10.
REGISTER for these events
here!
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St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Aurora, CO
Final Disposition of Properties
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After 69 years of ministry in Aurora, Colorado, the people of St. Matthew Lutheran Church voted for Holy Closure, with thanksgiving to God and in gratitude to the saints who have gone before. Their ministry was celebrated with the Liturgy of Holy Closure on Saturday, December 1.
While three communities continue to worship at their building site,
they still hold a sizable inventory of items-- church furnishings, hymnals, Bibles, music, study guides, and altar ware, available to share with other congregations. Download a list here (
Word
/
PDF
).
Donations for any of the items are welcome. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Erwin Gebers at 720-277-2816 or
e-mgebers@comcast.net.
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Faithful Tuesdays at the Colorado State Capitol
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Faithful Tuesdays is a diverse coalition of leaders, organizations and community members who are committed to adding a deeper, moral dimension to the public policymaking process in Colorado.
We will hold multi-faith events, every Tuesday, at the Colorado State Capitol throughout the 2019 legislative session of the Colorado General Assembly. Some of these events may feature specific legislation, while other events may focus on forwarding a shared narrative of justice, love, healing, reconciliation, and care for the other.
Please join us on any Tuesday through April 30th from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at the Colorado State Capitol, 200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO.
Visit our website for dates, topics, and locations:
https://faithfultuesdays.org/ and on
Facebook Events.
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RMSWO Annual Gathering
Save the Date flyer
Friday, September 20 through Sunday, September 22, 2019
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Resource Corner
check back each week for a new or featured resource for your congregation
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Webinar: Legal Checklist for Congregations
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Congregations can be vulnerable to legal issues and liabilities related to corporate status, taxes, property, insurance and abuse prevention. Many of these problems can be avoided by using an ELCA-prepared checklist of key issues for congregations to address. In a free webinar at 12 p.m. (CST) on Thursday, Feb. 21, the ELCA legal staff will discuss this checklist and best legal practices for congregations. The webinar should be of particular interest to rostered ministers and lay congregational leaders and staff, including congregation council members and officers, church administrators, and pastors and deacons.
Register by Feb. 15
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Communications Specialist
King of Glory Lutheran Church - Arvada, CO
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We are seeking a part time (10-12 hours per week) Communications Specialist/Director of Communications (DC). The DC seeks to maximize interaction with KOG people beyond Sunday morning to maintain energy and awareness about opportunities and events. This includes updating the church website, sending e-communications, and other communication type duties. Experience: 2+ years in digital communications/media, people-skills job, life experience valued. Job overview, responsibilities and duties, qualifications, and hours summary are
here or go
here. Please send resumes and inquiries to
pastor.toddkog@gmail.com or visit our website at
kog-arvada.org.
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Parish Administrator
Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit - Centennial, CO
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Lutheran Church of The Holy Spirit is seeking a part time Parish Administrator. Ideally looking for a highly organized and adaptable individual who demonstrates a compassion for community and has the ability to engage with congregational members in ministry. This position is crucial for building weekly worship publications and handling financials. Additional duties include coordinating office contracts and managing:
- church calendar
- church membership
- critical building repairs
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Director
St. Philip Lutheran Church - Littleton, CO
St. Philip Early Learning Center
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Starts between March 1, 2019 and July 8, 2019 (to be negotiated)
St. Philip Early Learning Center serves approximately 160 children and has been a top program for the past 30 years. It is often recommended by kindergarten teachers, as evidenced by our wait lists. We have a great teacher to student ratio with two teachers per five children in the younger classrooms. The Director we are searching for must possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, have a background in Early Childhood Education, and relate well to children. More information
here.
Qualified applicants should send a letter of intent, a resume, and a statement of educational philosophy to the St. Philip Early Learning Center Search Committee at
aseep@stphilip-co.org. Application deadline February 15, 2019. Review of applications will begin immediately. References may be requested. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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All
Non-Rostered Positions
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Communications Specialist
King of Glory Lutheran Church - Arvada, CO
Parish Administrator
Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit - Centennial, CO
Director
St. Philip Lutheran Church - Littleton, CO
St. Philip Early Learning Center
Faith Formation Director of Youth
Bethany Lutheran Church - Cherry Hills Village, CO
Preschool Director
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church - Littleton, CO
Vacation Bible School Coordinator
Cross of Christ Lutheran Church - Broomfield, CO
Music Leader (part-time)
Ascension Lutheran Church - Cheyenne, WY
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Office of the Bishop This Week
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Bishop Jim Gonia
- NM Bishop's Legislative Luncheon
- NM Conference Retreat
- Installation for Rev. Paul Schick, Community of Joy, Rio Rancho, NM
- Bethlehem, Los Alamos, NM
- Staff Meeting
- CU-Boulder Campus Ministry
ELCA DIRECTOR FOR EVANGELICAL MISSION
Pastor Matt Barnhouse
- Congregational Vitality Conference, Las Vegas, NV
- El Paso Office Feb. 10-20
LUTHERAN ADVOCACY MINISTRY NEW MEXICO
Ruth Hoffman
- Bishop's Legislative Luncheon & Issues Briefing
- 1st Presbyterian Church, Las Vegas, NM
ELCA REGIONAL GIFT PLANNER
Tina Kvitek
- Christ, Cheyenne, WY
- Zion, Salt Lake City, UT
- Staff Meeting
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ASSISTANT TO THE BISHOP FOR CONGREGATIONAL LIFE
Pastor Sarah Moening
- Assistant to the Bishop Gathering, Myrtle Beach, SC
- Staff Meeting
ASSISTANT TO THE BISHOP FOR LEADERSHIP SUPPORT
Pastor Kent Mueller (1/2 time)
- Lutheran Center Administration
- Finance Committee
- Staff Meeting
ASSISTANT TO THE BIsHOP FOR SYNODICAL LIFE
Deacon Erin Power
- Assistant to the Bishop Gathering, Myrtle Beach, SC
- 2020 Rostered Ministers Gathering Planning, Phoenix, AZ
LUTHERAN ADVOCACY MINISTRY COLORADO
Peter Severson
- Common Cause Meeting
- All Families Deserve a Chance Coalition
- Colorado Social Legislation Committee
- Faithful Tuesdays
- Staff Meeting
ASSISTANT TO THE BISHOP FOR FAITH FORMATION & CANDIDACY
Pastor Leslie Welton
- Assistant to the Bishop Gathering, Myrtle Beach
- Staff Meeting
- RMS Youth Council
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Andrew Nakatan
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, Communications Assistant, with questions, comments, or concerns you may have about eConnection or our website!
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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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