Lakewood UCC

Sunday School
2016-05-22 10:25 - 11:15 (America/Denver) | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will be centered around James 2:1-13, in which James says that Christians must not favor the wealthy over the poor. Our teachers will help the kids look at what it looks like to show respect to everyone equally. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Jerry Rothenburger Memorial Service
2016-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Jerry Rothenburger, a beloved member of this congregation, passed away on March 7. Everyone is invited to join us for a memorial service and reception at the church as we celebrate his life and continue to mourn his death.

Youth Group: "Celebrating Our Seniors"
2016-05-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Youth between 7th and 12th grade are invited to join us in the Youth Room this Sunday as we honor our seniors. Or senior. Since we only have the one this year. And her name is Alison Lloyd. And she’s awesome. So come and let Alison know how much she’s meant to our youth group. Contact: Logan Bennett, Jacob Liechty, Curt Preston.

New Website Rollout
2016-05-15 11:30 - 12:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Deep in the caverns beneath 100 Carr Street, Steve Goebel, Jacob Liechty, and their team of dwarven laborers have been feverishly forging a new website for Lakewood UCC. Now, they’re ready to reveal their strange creation to the world. Um, all of which is to say, everyone is invited to join us in the Sanctuary after worship as we introduce our new website and show y’all how it works. Contact: Steve Goebel, Jacob Liechty.

Sunday School
2016-05-15 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will be centered around 2 Kings 6:8-23, in which the prophet Elisha makes the amazing decision to feed enemy soldiers rather than kill them. Our teachers will help the kids look at what can happen when you love your enemies. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

RMC Camps Early Bird Deadline
2016-05-15 | La Foret Conference and Retreat Center, 6145 Shoup Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80908, United States
Summertime is just around the corner and our RMC Summer Camps at La Foret are filling up! The RMC offers five different youth camps, five adult camps, and even an intergenerational “Grandparent and Me” camp every year. Prices go up by $50 after May 15, so click here to learn more and register now. Contact: Tamara Boynton.

Men's Retreat
2016-05-13 20:00 - 2016-05-15 11:00 | La Foret Conference and Retreat Center, 6145 Shoup Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80908, United States
This year’s Men’s Retreat at La Foret will take place Friday, May 13, through Sunday, May 15. We’ll kick off the weekend with an informal gathering Friday evening at 8:00, then have a mixture of activities and free time throughout the weekend, finishing up Sunday morning at 11:00. Registration forms are available on the Welcome Center. Please fill one out, then place it with your $30 deposit in the white dropbox outside the church office. The remainder of the $100 cost will be due May 1. If money is an issue, ask Curt Preston about need-based scholarships. We can’t wait to see y’all at La Foret! Contact: Kane McNeill.

Community Chess Tournament
2016-05-11 16:00 - 17:45 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
South Lakewood Elementary School Chess Club, Cub Scout Pack 237, and Lakewood UCC are pleased to announce our First Annual Kids Community Chess Tournament! The tournament will be held in the Fellowship Hall, and is open to ALL student grades K through 6. Pre-tournament snacks and post-tournament pizza will be provided by SLES Chess Club. We’re looking for youth and adult volunteers. If you can help out (or if you want to enter your kid in the tournament!), contact Dianne McNeill.

Sunday School
2016-05-08 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will be centered around 1 Samuel 25:1-35, in which quick-thinking Abigail prevents a war. Our teachers will help the kids look at how they can make peace like Abigail did. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Church Work Day
2016-05-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Would you like volunteer for the church but can’t make a full-time commitment? If so, we have just the project for you, and no experience is necessary. Join us for our annual church work day! If you can’t stay the entire time, no problem. We appreciate any help you can give us. We’ll be cleaning the flower beds, pulling weeds, pruning bushes, raking and blowing leaves, and doing some outdoor painting. Just bring your gardening gloves and any other gardening tools you may have. Tools, paint, supplies, and trash bags will also be available at the church. Afterward, we’ll provide lunch to thank our volunteers. We hope to see you there! Contact: Bill Bobby.

Care for Creation Ministry
2016-05-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Care for Creation Ministry now has a regular meeting scheduled, and that meeting takes place the first Tuesday of every month, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Conference Room. In the words of the Captain Planet theme song, “We’re the planeteers! You can be one too! ‘Cause saving our planet is the thing to do!” That’s right, we’re still welcoming new members. If you’d like to combine your powers with ours, contact Janet Wise or Paul Michalec, or just show up.

Youth Group: "Dating and Relationships"
2016-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
We’re smack in the middle of prom season, and questions about dating and relationships are very much in the air. So what better time than now to talk about them? What are we seeing going on around us? What are we feeling? What are we wondering about? And how are we making our own decisions? Youth between 7th and 12th grade are invited to join us in the Youth Room as we support each other and figure out this stuff together. Contact: Logan Bennett, Jacob Liechty.

Sunday School
2016-05-01 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, we’ll focus on Numbers 27:1-11, in which five sisters who want to inherit their father’s property challenge the unfair system in which land could only be passed on to male heirs. Our teachers will help the kids understand the importance of speaking up for what’s right. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Dining out for Life
2016-04-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Chad’s Grill, 275 Union Blvd, Denver, CO, 80228, United States
Every year, for one day, more than 250 restaurants in the Denver and Boulder areas donate 25% of their proceeds to Project Angel Heart, an organization that provides meals for people suffering from HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses. You’re invited to be a part of the Lakewood UCC contingent that will be dining out at Chad’s Grill (275 Union Blvd.) to support this worthy cause. Make sure to sign up on the Welcome Center, as Chad’s requires an exact number in order to make a reservation. Contact: Len Ewald.

Sunday School
2016-04-24 10:25 - 11:15, 2016-04-17 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, we’ll focus on Genesis 26:12-33, in which Isaac refuses to let a conflict with the Philistines escalate into violence. Our teachers will help the kids understand how sometimes the only way to make peace is to walk away. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Youth Sunday Worship
2016-04-24 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
On February 26, 2015, a photograph of a dress was posted on Tumblr. The post went viral almost immediately, with more than 10 million people tweeting about the dress in the first week alone. Why did this post become such a phenomenon? Because it touched on one of the most fundamental human questions: Is what I see the same as what you see? In this case, no. Fifty-seven percent of people saw a blue and black dress, but 30% saw it as white and gold, 10% saw it as blue and brown, and 10% could switch between the color combinations. Join us for a special worship service led by our youth as we ask, “What does it mean to see the world from different perspectives? And what does it mean for our faith?”

Girl Time
2016-04-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Painting with a Twist, 7134 W. Alaska Dr., Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Lakewood UCC Girl Time: “Because there’s more to life than a checklist!” Yup, all women are invited to join us at Painting With a Twist (7134 W. Alaska Dr.) as we sip wine, paint, and get to know each other better. The cost is $35 per person. Feel free to bring a friend! If you’re interested, please RSVP to Jennifer Teeuwen.

VBS Volunteer Meeting
2016-04-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Do you love children? Do you have a passion for sharing your faith? Do you enjoy active games? Are you artsy and craftsy? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then the VBS Volunteer Team is for you! This year’s VBS will take place June 13-16, 9:00-11:30 a.m. Sign up on the the Welcome Center, then plan to attend the VBS Volunteer meeting Tuesday, April 19, 6:30 p.m. Contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Youth Group: "Worship Planning 2"
2016-04-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Last Sunday, we began our Youth Sunday planning with a discussion about what we’ve done so far this year in YAC, what’s been meaningful to us, and how we can incorporate it into a worship service. This Sunday, we’re bringing it home. Youth from 7th through 12th grade are invited to join us in the Youth Room as we finish up our planning and get ready for the Best. Youth. Sunday. Ever. Contact: Logan Bennett, Jacob Liechty, Curt Preston

Fundraising Focus Group
2016-04-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
In February, a group of us met to brainstorm brilliant ideas for how to raise money for some of our big church projects. Whether or not you were part of that meeting, join us in the Conference Room after worship as we continue our plotting and planning. Contact: Pat Hayes.

Earth Sunday Worship
2016-04-17 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This year, Earth Day falls on Friday, April 22. We’re celebrating it the Sunday before, with a special worship service planned by Logan Bennett and our brand new Environmental Ministry group. With contemporary music from Anne Rowland & Co., and an emphasis on the big, beautiful planet we all share, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Action Center Tour
2016-04-16 10:00 - 12:00 | The Action Center, 8755 W 14th Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80215, United States
Want to find out how the Action Center assists those in need in Jefferson County? The Mission Board has organized a tour of the Action Center, which is right here in our neighborhood, at 8755 West 14th Avenue, between Carr and Garrison. Please sign up on the Welcome Center so we can tell them how many will attend. Contact: Carolyn Ewald.

Youth Group: "Worship Planning 1"
2016-04-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
All youth from 7th through 12th grade are invited to join us in the Youth Room as we get ready to put an exclamation mark on another great year with our Youth Sunday worship service. We haven’t had a Youth Sunday in three years, so it’s definitely past time for another one. Come with your big ideas! Contact: Logan Bennett, Jacob Liechty, Curt Preston.

Sunday School
2016-04-10 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, we’ll focus on Genesis 4:1-16, in which a sibling rivalry between Cain and Abel becomes so heated that Cain murders Abel. Our teachers will help the kids understand this difficult story and see how jealousy can bring pain in relationships. Teacher slots are filled for this week, but if you’d like to volunteer for another Sunday, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Small Group Sunday Worship
2016-04-10 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
After last Fall’s Leadership Retreat, a group of us decided to keep meeting and discuss how to make our church’s small group ministries more visible and accessible to everyone. No we’re finally ready to reveal the fruits of our labors! Join us for a special worship service led by Ruth Rueter, Susan Rumley, Pat Hayes, Jodi Bushdiecker, Logan Bennett, and Jacob Liechty, as we look at how YOU can connect more deeply with God and your fellow Lakewood UCCers.

Men's Breakfast
2016-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | The Egg & I, 7830 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Those breakfasting men are at it again! Come, order your bacon and eggs, drink too much coffee, tell inappropriate jokes, and discuss life, the universe, and everything. At least, that’s what we assume happens at Men’s Breakfast. All are welcome, at The Egg and I (7830 W. Alameda Ave.). Contact: Daryl Foelske.

Care for Creation Ministry
2016-04-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
You’ve been hearing about Lakewood UCC’s brand new environmental ministry for a few weeks now. Well, now it has a name! Yup, “Care for Creation Ministry” has been christened, and it’s ready to make some noise. Join us as we plan how to address issues of climate change, sustainability, and eco-justice in our own lives, in our neighborhoods, and around the world. Contact: Janet Wise.

New Member Inquirers
2016-04-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Want to find out more about what it means to become a member of Lakewood UCC? Then come to a special luncheon after worship at which Pastor Curt will go through the ins and outs of joining the church and answer all your questions. Coming doesn’t obligate you to anything, and childcare will be provided upon request. RSVP to Curt Preston.

Islamic Center Follow-Up
2016-04-03 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Last month, a group of more than 40 Lakewood UCCers visited the Islamic Center of Golden. Whether or not you were part of that trip, please join us after worship to discuss some possible next steps. In a time of paranoia and suspicion, how can we stand in solidarity with our Muslim neighbors? Come and offer your ideas! Contact: Curt Preston.
