Lakewood UCC

Church Work Day
2018-05-12 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Would you like to be a volunteer for the church but feel you do not have time for a full-time commitment? If so, we have just the project for you, and no experience is necessary.

Please join us on Saturday, May 12th from 9:00 am to noon 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 will be cleaning the outside flower beds, pulling weeds, pruning bushes, raking leaves, and blowing leaves from the courtyard, etc. Just bring your gardening gloves and any other gardening tools you may have. There will also be tools available at the church, and trash bags will be provided. As a thank you to all our volunteers, donuts will be served. Please contact Bill Bobby with any questions.

Fresh Foods and Homemade Goodies Sunday Fellowship
2018-05-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
May 6 will be an all-church “Fresh Foods and Homemade Goodies” Sunday Fellowship. A sign-up will be posted by the Conference Room. Here’s your chance to provide our church family with a special treat prepared with your own hands. Please join us in bringing an appetizer size snack of fresh or homemade goodies. Thank you.

Giving With Grocery Cards
2018-05-06 11:30 - 12:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Remember, the First Sunday of every month we will be selling grocery cards. King Soopers and Safeway cards cost $10. You decide how much to put on the card, they are rechargeable, so once you develop the habit it is easy to use them. Sprouts cards are one-time use and come in denominations of $25, $50 and $100. Lakewood UCC will receive 5% cash back on all purchases made with these cards. Our goal is to get as many families as possible using the cards, so we will have a surplus of funds at the end of the year. We hope to have a bonus for Curt and who knows – if we do this right maybe all of our dedicated staff. Happy Shopping!

Dinning Out for Life
2018-04-26 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 at the Welcome Center. Contact: Len Ewald.

Earth Day Hike
2018-04-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This Sunday we are going on a hike at Deer Creek Canyon, in honor of Earth Day, spending time in God’s glorious creation together. Please bring a bag lunch to church, we will leave the church at noon. Deer Creek Canyon is about 25 minutes south west of the church (https://www.jeffco.us/1208/Deer-Creek-Canyon-Park, we’ll be doing the Plymouth Creek Trail to the Meadowlark Trail, about 3 miles), we should return around 2:30/3pm. Please wear comfortable shoes (it may be muddy), bring a water bottle. Parents, if you’re interested in joining, or bringing a younger kid, you are welcome! Please let me know if you are coming, as well as if you are interested in driving.

Earth Day Presentation
2018-04-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
In honor of Earth Day on Sunday, April 22, the Care for Creation Ministry presents the following presentation by Jill Engelstad: Girl Power for a Healthy Planet. Of the seven billion people living on the planet, one billion are prosperous, five billion are moving or have moved into middle-income status, one billion are stuck in extreme poverty. The issue of extreme poverty, where one lives on less than $1.90 a day, is morally relevant in a world with sufficient planetary resources and practically relevant in a globalized world.

Book Group
2018-04-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
The recently formed LUCC Book Group will be meeting on Sunday, April 15th at 11:30 am in the Conference Room. We are reading The Women in the Castle, by Jessica Shattuck for the April discussion. Hope to see you there!

March for Science
2018-04-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
On April 14, 2018, we will once again take to the streets of Denver in support of the March for Science. We are planning to meet in the NE corner of Civic Center Park at 9:30, although music and speakers will begin at 9:00. Please contact Matt Teeuwen at (470) 261-1088 or brg262dist700@gmail.com for more information and/or to coordinate carpooling. We will have Care For Creation t-shirts available for purchase prior to the march. They should be available by Easter and will cost approximately $15.00.

YAC Lock In
2018-04-07 18:00 - 2018-04-08 08:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Join us for an overnight at the church full of games, music, movies, and making YAC-aritos (breakfast burritos to sell, as a fundraiser for Western Regional Youth Event). We might even sleep a little (we will definitely sleep a little)! This promised to be a fun night at the church, come around 7:00 pm on Saturday for dinner, bring a snack to share. See Mollie with questions or to volunteer to be the second adult.

Easter Sunday Worship Service
2018-04-01 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Christ has risen! Easter is the high point in the Christian calendar and a day of great joy and celebration. Again this year, we will be creating a “living cross” as a symbol of resurrection and new life. All are invited to bring a flower to put on the cross following worship. We will have plenty of flowers available if you are unable to bring your own. Join us for worship beginning at 10:15 am, but we encourage you to arrive by 10:00 am as the sanctuary is usually very full this day.

Tenebrae Service and Communion
2018-03-29 19:30 - 20:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
On Holy Thursday, sometimes called “Maundy Thursday,” we recall the Last Supper, as well as the betrayal and arrest of Jesus. The word “Maundy” is rooted in the Latin word “mandatum” which means: “to give, to entrust, to order.” According to John’s gospel, on the night of the last supper, Jesus gives his disciples a commandment: “that you love one another; even as I have loved you, you also ought to love one another” (John 13:34).

Tenebrae means “Service of Shadows”, and is marked by 12 readings of scripture by candle light and punctuated with music. After each reading, one candle is extinguished and the sanctuary becomes progressively darker, concluding with complete darkness. This is often regarded as one of the most powerful worship services of the year. The Frugal Meal and Worship are each a separate event, so feel free to come to one or both of these offerings.

Frugal Meal
2018-03-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
On Holy Thursday, sometimes called “Maundy Thursday,” we recall the Last Supper, as well as the betrayal and arrest of Jesus. The word “Maundy” is rooted in the Latin word “mandatum” which means: “to give, to entrust, to order.” According to John’s gospel, on the night of the last supper, Jesus gives his disciples a commandment: “that you love one another; even as I have loved you, you also ought to love one another” (John 13:34).

We begin this service at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall with a frugal meal of soup and bread, moving to the sanctuary at 7:30 for our Tenebrae Worship and Communion. The Frugal Meal and Worship service are each a separate event, so feel free to come to one or both of these offerings.

Palm Sunday Potluck Brunch
2018-03-25 11:15 - 12:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Hosanna! Hosanna!

Palm Sunday brings the annual brunch we all love and enjoy! All are welcome to come and partake, and you may bring a dish to share if you choose. Just remember all dishes must contain no nuts of any kind! As promised, we rotate folks alphabetically to an assigned dish. If your name begins with: A-F – bring a salad; G-M – bring a dessert; N-Z – bring a main dish. We look forward to seeing you for this fun, family-friendly tradition.

Palm Sunday Service
2018-03-25 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Palm Sunday worship service celebrates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. We wave palms and sing joyfully as we recall the crowds’ joy at seeing Jesus! Following worship, we’ll enjoy a Potluck Brunch sponsored by the Fellowship Committee.

One Great Hour of Sharing
2018-03-18 10:30 - 11:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
One Great Hour of Sharing is an offering that makes the love of Christ real for individuals and communities around the world who suffer the effects of disaster, conflict, or severe economic hardship, and for those who serve them through gifts of money and time. Today, projects are underway in more than 100 countries, including the US and Canada. Please use the One Great Hour envelopes to give to this offering.

Youth Underground
2018-03-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
We will be joining with other Denver Metro Youth for the Spring Youth Underground event Faith in Many Shapes. We’ll hear from a number of speakers from our area with unique and different faiths, journeys, and callings. Join us for this interfaith exploration, sharing a meal, and of course, making new friends from other UCC churches. The event is held at 6th Ave UCC, we’ll meet at Lakewood UCC at 5:30 pm to carpool over and return by 8:30 pm. Please see Mollie for more details or to volunteer to help with the carpool.

Winter Luau Fellowship
2018-03-04 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Aloha! When King Kamehameha II ended the taboo of women and men eating separately, the first luau was created. We invite you to bring a delectable tropical treat. Early spring is the perfect time for a little dress-up and imagining blue waters and sandy beaches! Our all church
Fellowship next Sunday celebrates Hawaii and our own Lilinoe, Hawaii’s ancient Goddess of the Mists. So, bring out your favorite aloha shirt, shorts, sandals or a muumuu and bring along your favorite luau appetizer.

Worship Service
2018-03-04 10:15 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
We meet for worship every Sunday at 10:15 am, and we’d love it if you stopped by and joined us. You can park in the large west lot on Carr Street or the smaller east lot on Brentwood Avenue. Street parking is also available. Please enter through the main doors on 1st Avenue. When you come in, a welcomer will greet you and answer any questions you might have.

People usually arrive a little early and hang out in the lobby inside the front doors until about 10:10 a.m. Then they pick up a worship bulletin at the Sanctuary doors, go in, and sit wherever they want. The service lasts for about an hour, and includes a welcome, announcements, prayers, songs, Bible readings, and a sermon. Our worship tends to feel casual and traditional at the same time, with music that ranges from classic hymns to gospel, folk, and contemporary. If you want to, you’ll have a chance to greet the people sitting around you, share your joys and concerns, and give to the work of the church.

New Member Luncheon
2018-02-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Are you new to Lakewood UCC? Have you been around a while but never formally joined? Just want to learn more about our church and our various ministries? You are invited to a New Member Inquirers meeting on Sunday, February 25 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Lunch will be provided and childcare is available upon request. Please RSVP to Curt so we know how many to expect.

Welcomer Training
2018-02-25 09:15 - 10:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Offering hospitality and extravagant welcome is an important part of our ministry. Every Sunday we have “welcomers” stationed near the entrance to the church. Their job is simple—welcome people. If you are interested in being a part of this simple yet critical ministry of the church, please come to the Welcomer Training on February 25 at 9:15 am. The training lasts about 30 minutes. Questions? Contact Curt Preston.

Lenten Book Study
2018-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Our pastors Curt and Mollie will be co-leading our Lenten Study every Tuesday beginning February 20 through March 20. Marcus Borg’s 2014 book, Convictions: How I Learned What Matters Most has been called “a manifesto for all progressive Christians who seek the best path for following Jesus today.” Borg is a world-renowned theologian and author of more than a dozen books. For five Tuesday evenings beginning February 20, we’ll explore what it means to live our convictions as progressive Christians. Chapter titles include: Faith is a Journey, Salvation Is More About This Life than an Afterlife, Jesus is the Norm of the Bible, and Christians are Called to Peace and Nonviolence. Copies are available online, in bookstores, and via Kindle. Please sign up at the welcome center. Contact Curt Preston or Mollie Landers Hatt for more information.

Ash Wednesday Service
2018-02-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Join us for this special service of music, prayer, a short sermon/reflection, communion, and the option of receiving ashes. Ash Wednesday is the official beginning of the season of Lent, a time usually marked by confession, discernment, and increased awareness of spiritual practices. If you’ve never been to an Ash Wednesday Service we hope that you’ll try it this year. It is a great way to prepare your spirit for the season of Lent.

Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper
2018-02-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Save the date! In French, it’s “Mardi Gras.” In English it’s “Fat Tuesday”—traditionally the last day Christians could eat sugary, fatty foods before fasting for the season of Lent. Whether or not you’re fasting for Lent, join us in the Fellowship Hall as we continue this ancient tradition with our Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper. We’ll be using an “open house” format, with food served from 5:30 to a little before 7:00 p.m., so come whenever you can. Also, we’ll need people to help set up that night around 4:00 p.m.

New! Book Club
2018-02-04 11:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
After all the great conversations at the 2017 Women’s Retreat, we talked about starting a book club. Well, we have chosen a book and a date for the first meeting! The booked we picked is by Brené Brown and it’s called Braving the Wilderness. Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston. She has spent the past sixteen years studying courage, vulnerability, empathy, and shame, and is the author of four books: The Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, and Braving the Wilderness. She also has some amazing Ted Talks! More details on the book club will be announced soon.

Associate Pastor Candidate Visit and Special Congregational Meeting
2018-01-14 10:15 - 11:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Join us for a very exciting Sunday worship service where we will hear from Associate Pastor Candidate Rev. Mollie Landers Hatt. There will be a special Congregational Meeting and vote on the Associate Pastor Candidate following the worship service. We hope to see you all there at this invigorating time in the life of Lakewood United Church of Christ!

Meet the Associate Pastor Candidate
2018-01-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
We are excited for the congregation to get to know Associate Pastor Candidate Mollie Landers Hatt and to welcome her to Lakewood UCC. There will be an open house at the church on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 2:00-4:00 pm. We would love for our community to come say “hi” to Mollie, and get to know her a bit before the Congregational Vote on Sunday, January 14.

Open Office Hours with Curt
2018-01-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Pastor curt will be holding some open office hours this week to give members of the congregation an opportunity to have a one-on-one discussion about the Associate Pastor position, candidate choice, and anything else that may be on your mind! No appointment necessary, just drop in during the open hours for a chat.

Volunteer at the Santa Shop
2017-12-16 09:00 - 12:00 | The Action Center, 8755 W 14th Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80215, United States
Play Santa for the Day! Join us at The Action Center where we will be helping families find the perfect Christmas gifts for their children. Contact Curt Preston or Logan Bennett for more information.

Scandinavian Festival of Lights Fellowship
2017-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Scandinavian Festival of Light Fellowship: Sunday December 10, 11:15 am. In Scandinavia, this is a Festival of Lights honoring one of the earliest Christian martyrs, St. Lucia, who was killed by the Romans in 304 CE because of her religious beliefs. This Fellowship can be a true smorgasbord of sandwiches, deviled eggs, relishes, pastries or any item of your choice. Who makes a good “Kringle?” Let’s celebrate!

Ladies Holiday Luncheon
2017-12-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Christmas is coming, and at Lakewood UCC, that can only mean one thing . . . it’s time for our annual Holiday Luncheon! Ladies of all ages are invited to join us in the Fellowship Hall for great food, a white elephant gift exchange, and more fun than anyone should be allowed to have at church. Bring a salad or dessert to share.
