We are overjoyed to announce that gifts in our rostered minister challenge put us "over the top" of our first step goal! We surpassed our goal of $950,000; pledges are now $1,002,659!

You may read more about our campaign initiatives in our campaign prospectus:

Won't you join us in celebrating this million dollar milestone with a gift to the campaign. We invite pledges at this link. Contact Tina Kvitek, our Development Director, for more conversation about how you may give to the campaign through stock gifts, IRA distributions, or other means of given.

In the fall of 2019, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church (OSLC) undertook an initiative with Stewardship For All Seasons, to build a playground for our neighborhood which has many children who often come and use our property to play, sled in the winter, and families that bring a picnic as well. We also host Family Promise and a Scout Troop. We set the vision before the congregation and we had an angel donor that funded 2/3's of the project. That was in December of 2019. In total, $50,000 was raised and the playground will be completed this week. 

Additionally, last summer, OSLC in conjunction with Epiphany Lutheran Denver, and OSLC Ft. Collins, embarked on reading and discussions on anti-racism. Out of those discussions at OSLC SLC, was the desire to offer education and conversation in our community on anti-racism. We built a Little Library, designed and built by hand by a member, George Schleidt. Another member, Lynn Purdin, works for the state promoting STEM and STEAM in education cirlces and as a mother of a bi-racial child is committed to anti-racist work. So, we intentionally stock it with anti-racist-faith material, STEM and STEAM materials that highlight people of color in those fields for all ages.

Lynn also adds materials from her work such as science kits. George's design and Lynn's passion have collaborated to where the state of Utah is using George's Little Library and Lynn's ideas for these Little Library's committed to STEM, STEAM and anti-racism now popping up over the state including on the Navajo reservation! 

Hear about our work of welcome in action and the daunting and heartbreaking journey to the U.S. from Afghanistan. View our full interview here.

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains is working closely with Lutheran Refugee and Immigration Service (LIRS) to begin helping Afghan refugees resettle into our communities. Right now, LFSRM is welcoming monetary donations rather than collecting donations of items. A new helpful document provides information on how to partner with LFSRM in welcoming Afghan refugees and includes contact information for LFSRM staff resources in Albuquerque, Denver, Colorado Springs, and Greeley.

Join Pastor Michael TeKrony on a journey of photography and spiritual reflection at Messiah Mountain Retreat Center, located in Indian Hills, a short drive into the foothills on Highway 285 (map).

Michael says, “The camera invites us to pay attention to what is right in front of us. When we focus, either near or far, God comes into view. Using the camera lens, my hope is that we can practice and grow in our awareness of God, right in front of us.”

You will provide your own cell phone camera or other photography equipment.

Messiah Mountain is a gift to the Rocky Mountain Synod recently given by Messiah Community Church, which acquired the 27 acre mountain retreat in1969. This day-long experience is limited to 20 participants. Cost is $24 and includes lunch.

Save the Date! St Marks Aurora, Our Saviour’s, Zion, King of Glory, LuMin CSU and members of the youth council invite you to join them on a youth retreat weekend! More information to come.

September 26, 2021, 9:00 a.m. – Vicky Daub (Executive Director) will be preaching at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran, Canon City, Colorado.

October 17, 2021, 8:15 a.m. (Traditional Worship) and 10:45 a.m. (Contemporary Worship) – Vicky Daub (Executive Director) will be preaching at Zion Lutheran, Loveland, Colorado. To watch online, the Zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81007308575?pwd=NC9VZ1czZFZ0VkVwT1EyRGxhSGFGdz09 (Meeting ID: 810 0730 8575 Passcode: 331760).

Visit the RMS website for the full VSCP calendar and more!

Have Veterans events at your church/community that you would like to publicize? Want Vicky or another VSCP board member to visit your church/community? Send all pertinent information to Vicky Daub at lvdaub2@gmail.com.

Join us for a free workshop where our presenters will share their experience, strength and hope with Centering Prayer as an 11th step practice. We will present this simple method to help deepen contact with your Higher Power. Those who already practice Centering Prayer as a part of their 12 Step recovery and desire a refresher will also find the presentation useful. Register at: centeringprayer.net

Imagine how dull and colorless our world would be without the wonder of music. In each and every era, composers have stretched their imaginations to try something new. Join Stratus Chamber Orchestra to experience a spectrum of works from rising artists spanning over the last 2 centuries, featuring a colorful light projection that will illuminate the concert space. With a diverse program of pieces from new (and some local!) composers, as well as works by well-known composers when they were just rising stars themselves, this colorful concert experience will certainly resonate with you!

In addition to the music and light projection, enjoy performances and compositions from up-and-coming artists, most of whom are local! Both concerts will feature trumpeter Aaron Olson, conductor Sheila Melendez Ayala, and harpsichordist Wesley Leffingwell. Also, enjoy a meet-and-greet on October 2nd with composer Max Wolpert, whose music you will hear during the concert. You won’t want to miss this complete spectrum experience that appeals to all the senses!

This concert will take place on October 1 at First Plymouth Congregational Church, and on October 2 at Augustana Lutheran Church. Ticket prices vary from $10 (student), $20 (senior), and $25 (adult). Visit https://www.augustanaarts.org/tickets for tickets and more information.

Coyote Howl Confirmation Retreats create sacred space for confirmation students to build upon a foundation which will travel back with them to their home congregations. Coyote Howl retreats offer community building, Bible study, worship and fellowship with youth from throughout the Rocky Mountain Synod. Alongside our dynamic, energetic and passionate staff, youth will explore the way that God is at work in their individual communities along with how their connection to one another essentially shapes their journey of faith. This program is designed to support congregational confirmation curriculum with time for congregations built in throughout the weekend.

Questions? Contact Jeff Fairfax at jeff@skyranchcolorado.org

Rev. Dr. Sean L. Forde will share about the give and take in servant leadership. Leaders give and serve, but they also receive great gifts from those they lead and serve. LMM’s Young Men’s Ministry Team was a special time with servant leaders who served and blessed the Lord in ways we did not imagine.

Join Rev. Dr. Forde and other great speakers! Visit the Bold Gathering website at www.BoldGathering.com

In this September edition of Covalence, the grown-ups are reminded too in this ‘back-to-school’ season of God’s cosmic measure with upcoming webinars focused on astronomy and astrophysics detailed in our news section. This includes views of Vatican Observatory Director Brother Guy Consolmagno, who on October 1 will dive into the meaning of being redeemed by the risen Christ in light of the immensity of time and space.

Yet, knowing the science behind our cosmos and our world has cultural significance that also plays a key role even within our church congregation. The Clergy Letter Project’s Michael Zimmerman writes of society’s shifting views of science and the importance of a stronger understanding of science and the scientific method.

We are filling our part time Office Manager position (24 hours/week) to provide support for the church by organizing the office and keeping the people of KOG connected. The Office Manager should be able to assist staff and visitors to the church by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, email, weekly electronic newsletter and being a helpful and positive presence in the church. The Office Manager will maintain the church website and other communication platforms to maximize interaction with KOG people beyond Sunday morning to maintain energy and awareness about opportunities and events.The Office Manager should be professional, polite, and attentive while also being accurate. They should be prepared and responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly. They should be comfortable with computers, general office tasks, and excel at both verbal and written communication. Most importantly, the Office Manager should have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others.

See job overview here, and for more information please contact kognews650@gmail.com(link sends e-mail) or 303-421-9930.

Cross of Christ Lutheran Church is looking for a part-time Director of Music Ministry. The Director of Music Ministry will be responsible to manage and oversee the music ministry at Cross of Christ. To further the music programs within the church, it is our desire that this person be actively involved in the worship life of the congregation.

See job description here.

All resumes and letter of interest should be sent to Pastor Kathleen Armstrong at karmstrong@cross-of-christ.org by October 1.

St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Arvada is looking for one or two organists to fill out a rotating schedule for Sunday worship. Perfect for those who prefer to not make a commitment for every week. Sunday morning and special service music leadership using mainly ELW liturgies and hymns on organ or piano. No choir rehearsals and extra pay for any additional rehearsals required for special services. Contact St. Andrew at 303-421-5197 or staff@standrewarvada.org for more information.