Lakewood UCC

Care For Creation Worship
2016-09-25 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
The Care For Creation ministry is organizing a field trip to visit two local congregations worshiping God through Celtic informed services that focus on the relationship between God, humans and God’s creation. We are inviting you to join us on this spiritual field trip for these special evening services. This experience will be September 25. We will meet at the church parking lot at 5:00 p.m. and travel to St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral in Denver for their 6:00 p.m. service called “The Wilderness”. You can read about the service on the web at http://www.sjcathedral.org/Wilderness.

Special Congregational Meeting
2016-09-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Sunday, September 25, 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a special Congregational meeting to discuss the process and possibility of hiring an Associate Pastor. We will need a quorum to move this dream forward, so please plan on attending. This is an exciting time in our church! Even if you are not a voting member of our congregation, please come and be a part of the conversation! We will meet in the sanctuary following the worship service. Child care will be provided.

Children's Faith Formation
2016-09-25 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Childcare for children 3 years and younger is available in the nursery from 9:30 a.m. until the end of the service. Visiting children are welcome. Please accompany your children to and from the nursery. Sunday School for Pre-K to 6th grade is held during worship. Students will leave during the “Passing of the Peace” for fun and activities based on Biblical stories and characters. You’re invited to join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team.

Choir Practice
2016-09-22 19:00 - 2017-06-01 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States

YAC Kick-Off
2016-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
(Note: This is 30 minutes earlier than usual). We’ll provide dinner. Youth are invited to bring drinks, sides, and desserts to share, but you don’t have to. YAC is open to all youth 7-12th grade. Feel free to bring a friend! Questions? Contact Curt Preston

Sunday School
2016-09-18 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
September 18: “Solomon’s Wisdom and Folly.”
1 Kings 3-11. Solomon loves God. God asked what he wanted. Solomon wanted understanding, which God granted. When old, however, Solomon’s heart turned from God. Purpose: To understand the importance of choosing God’s wisdom.

Jesus said, “Let the children come to me.” On most Sundays, pre-K through 6th grade children start in worship and then leave for Sunday School during the “Passing of the Peace.” Our volunteer teachers, or Spiritual Mentors, welcome the children into a positive, loving, fun, and safe space. Through age-appropriate arts and crafts, drama, creative writing, discussion and play that is grounded in Bible stories and spiritual practices, children encounter God, learn about Jesus, and begin the journey of discovering how to live as thoughtful and engaged Christians.

New! Lectionary-based Bible Stud
2016-09-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This new Bible study offering will follow the Lectionary, with our text and discussion complementing the worship service and sermon for the day. The monthly Sunday 9:00 a.m. Lectionary-based Bible study will take place on Ann Rowland Sundays, which are typically the third Sunday of the month. Each session will stand alone, with our first session scheduled for Sunday, September 18, 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School
2016-09-11 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
FAITH TALK
1 Kings 6, 8: “Building the temple”
Talk about the Bible story that that children explored this week. Here are some ways to nurture faith at home based on this week’s story.
1. Read 1 Kings 8:22–23 as a prayer.
2. The temple was a place of worship. Solomon spread his hands toward heaven to pray. Use your body to show different ways to pray.
Prayer for the week: Thank you, God, for places where we can worship you. Thank you that you hear our prayers wherever we are.

On most Sundays, pre-K through 6th grade children start in worship and then leave for Sunday School during the “Passing of the Peace.” Our volunteer teachers, or Spiritual Mentors, welcome the children into a positive, loving, fun, and safe space. Through age-appropriate arts and crafts, drama, creative writing, discussion and play that is grounded in Bible stories and spiritual practices, children encounter God, learn about Jesus, and begin the journey of discovering how to live as thoughtful and engaged Christians.

Fall Kick-Off
2016-09-11 10:15 - 12:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Summer tends to be the sleepy season at Lakewood UCC. School lets out, people go on vacation, and church activities shift down a gear. Everything just moves a little slower. Aaah. Hopefully by now though, everyone’s feeling rested and eager to get going again. We’ll kick off our Fall season on September 11 with our choirs back in action and a celebratory potluck after the service. You don’t need to sign up—just bring whatever you fancy. Our youth group, YAC, will have its own kick-off the following week.

Care For Creation Worship
2016-09-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Saturday, September 10, 5:30 p.m.
The Care For Creation ministry is organizing a field trip to visit two local congregations worshiping God through Celtic informed services that focus on the relationship between God, humans and God’s creation. We are inviting you to join us on this spiritual field trip for these special evening services. The first outing will be September 10. We will meet at the church parking lot at 5:30 p.m. and travel to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Lakewood for their 6:00 p.m. service called “Nishma.” You can read about this service on the web at http://www.stpaulslakewood.org/nishma/

Men's Breakfast
2016-09-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Are you man enough for the Men’s Breakfast? More specifically, are you man enough to go to a local restaurant, hang out with a bunch of great guys, and eat a hearty morning meal? Of course you are. So come. Yes, we mean you. Restaurant The Egg and I Belmar, 7830 W Alameda Ave. Contact: Daryl Foeske.

Bible Study Returns
2016-09-07 10:45 - 12:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Summer is at an end and school is back in session. That means our weekly Wednesday Morning Bible Study returns. 10:45 a.m. every Wednesday. All are welcome! Questions? See Curt Preston.

Sunday School
2016-09-04 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Jesus said, “Let the children come to me.” On most Sundays, pre-K through 6th grade children start in worship and then leave for Sunday School during the “Passing of the Peace.” Our volunteer teachers, or Spiritual Mentors, welcome the children into a positive, loving, fun, and safe space. Through age-appropriate arts and crafts, drama, creative writing, discussion and play that is grounded in Bible stories and spiritual practices, children encounter God, learn about Jesus, and begin the journey of discovering how to live as thoughtful and engaged Christians.

September 4: “Setting Sail.” Acts 27-18. Paul and other prisoners were put on a boat for Rome. A storm ran them aground in Malta, but everyone was saved. Paul healed people there before sailing to Rome. Purpose: To see that God was with Paul through difficult times.

Worship in the Park
2016-08-28 10:15 - 11:15 | Prospect Park, 11300 West 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033, United States
Join us for our annual “Worship in the Park” service under the pavilion at Prospect Park (44th Ave. and Robb St., Wheat Ridge). We’ll get things rolling with a pre-service sing-a-long, then an hour of worship followed by a picnic lunch. Steve and Phil Goebel will provide their special homemade root beer and Fellowship will supply the ice cream to make floats. We’ll also have water available. Please bring any other food and drink you want. This is always one of our most popular services of the year, so mark your calendars now! Contact: Steve Goebel.

Sunday School
2016-08-21 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Childcare for children 3 years and younger is available in the nursery from 9:30 a.m. until the end of the service. Visiting children are welcome. Please accompany your children to and from the nursery. Sunday School for Pre-K to 6th grade is held during worship. Students will leave during the “Passing of the Peace” for fun and activities based on Acts 27—28, in which Paul undergoes trials at sea, but God is with him. Our Sunday School doors are always open. You’re invited to join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team.

Worship
2016-08-21 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 a.m., 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 and then enter through the main doors on 1st Avenue. When you come in, a welcomer will greet you and answer any questions you might have. For more on our worship service, click here.

Women of the Bible
2016-08-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2016-08-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Yup, it’s back by popular demand! We’re extending our “Women of the Bible” series based on the overwhelmingly positive response these sessions have generated. On August 7, Kate Silburn will lead a discussion of Ruth, and on August 21, Rev. Nancy True will examine the narrative of the Samaritan woman at the well, asking, “Who is she?” and “How does she become heard by her community?” Whether you’re female or male, and whether you’ve participated in previous sessions or not, come and explore with us. Contact: Jodi Bushdiecker.

Music Potluck
2016-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Steve Goebel’s House, 870 S. Cody St., Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Let’s kick off the choir season with a potluck! Everyone who was part of the Chancel Choir, Bell Choir, Praise Team, or Special Music last year (or who’s interested in participating this year!) is invited to Steve Goebel’s house at 870 S. Cody St. We’ll gather at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided, and partners are welcome. Contact: Steve Goebel.

Installation of Sue Artt
2016-08-20 14:00 - 17:00 | La Foret Conference and Retreat Center, 6145 Shoup Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80908, United States
The Rocky Mountain Conference of the United Church of Christ cordially invites you to a service of worship and celebration as we install Reverend Susan Emerson Artt as our new Conference Minister. The service will take place at La Foret Conference and Retreat Center (6145 Shoup Rd., Colorado Springs), with a reception to follow and fun planned into the evening. To RSVP, or for more information, email the Conference at installation@rmcucc.org.

Sunday School
2016-08-14 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week our children’s time will focus on Acts 18:1-17, in which Paul writes to the church in Corinth telling them that love is the most important quality. Our Sunday School doors are always open. You’re invited to come and join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team. For more information, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Men's Breakfast
2016-08-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Sunrise Sunset, 1424 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO, 80232, United States
Are you man enough for the men’s breakfast? More specifically, are you man enough to go to a local restaurant, hang out with a bunch of great guys, and eat a hearty morning meal? Of course you are. So come. Yes, we mean you. Restaurant: Sunrise/Sunset at 1424 S. Wadsworth in Lakewood. Contact: Daryl Foelske.

Sunday School
2016-08-07 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will focus on Acts 16:11-40, in which Timothy joins Paul and Silas to preach the Gospel. Our Sunday School doors are always open. You’re invited to come and join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team. For more information, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Care for Creation Ministry
2016-08-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
God’s got the whole world in God’s hands. We all know that. So what can we do to help? Well, we can be a part of Lakewood UCC’s Care for Creation Ministry for a start. Whether you’ve been at previous meetings or not, join us in the Conference Room as we figure out how to take care of the big blue planet that we all love. Contact: Janet Wise.

School Supply Packing
2016-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Stevens Elementary School, 7101 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033, United States
Not only are we collecting school supplies this year, we’re also giving you an opportunity to pack them! Which, as anyone who’s ever done it knows, is super fun. The Action Center is looking for packing volunteers at Stevens Elementary School (7101 W. 38th Ave.). Sign up now on the Welcome Center or contact Mary Ann Rothenburger (303-986-9010) for more information.

Grill 'n' Chill with Jacob
2016-07-31 11:15 - 12:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
Jacob Liechty, our Office Manager and Director of Communications for the past three years, is leaving us for the sunny shores of Elkhart, Indiana, where he will be attending Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary. So join us after worship for a big ol’ goodbye party as we send Jacob on his way with our blessing.

Sunday School
2016-07-31 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will focus on Acts 13-14, in which Paul and Barnabas make their first missionary journey to Cyprus, Antioch, Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe. Our Sunday School doors are always open. You’re invited to come and join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team. For more information, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.

Summer Film Series
2016-07-27 18:30 - 21:00 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
For four Wednesdays in July, join us in the Youth Room as our popular Summer Film Series switches from an environmental theme to our main focus: “Identity: Becoming Who We’re Meant to Be.” This week, we’re showing Whale Rider (PG-13, 2002), in which Pai, an 11-year-old girl growing up in a patriarchal Maori culture, must go against her grandfather and a thousand years of tradition in order to become the leader she is meant to be. Whether or not you’ve seen the movie before, you can expect plenty of food for thought as Pastor Curt leads us in a discussion of who we are and how we got here. Plus popcorn and drinks! And free childcare (available upon request)! What could be better?

UCC National Youth Event
2016-07-26 - 2016-07-30 | Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, 1000 Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, FL, 32830, United States
Like the Summer Olympics and the World Cup, the UCC’s National Youth Event only happens once every four years. And, like the Summer Olympics and the World Cup, it’s a life-changing experience for the participants. We’re proud to be sending eight youth to NYE 2016 at Walt Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort. Please pray for Parker Beastrom, Anna Good, Grace Keefe, Alison Lloyd, Kassidy Pressley, Lucy Preston, Erin Rueter, and Jack Teeuwen, as they worship, serve, and make friends among the 4,000 UCC and Disciples youth who will be participating.

Sunday School
2016-07-24 10:25 - 11:15 | Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr Street, Lakewood, CO, 80226, United States
This week, our children’s time will focus on Acts 9:1-31, in which Saul encounters God on the road to Damascus. Our Sunday School doors are always open. You’re invited to come and join us for the morning, get to know our awesome kids, and see if you’d like to be part of our Sunday School team. For more information, contact Jodi Bushdiecker.
