Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit

Centennial, CO

     Christian Nisonger

Lutheran Church of the Master

Lakewood, CO

     Robert Moss

Lutheran Church of the Resurrection

Lakewood, CO

     Garrett Struessel

But there is a catch. They will need to raise approximately $350,000 by December 7, 2012 to secure this non-federal land. So they need your help. So they need your help. To date, over $310,000 has been raised but your help is needed to keep the momentum going to reach their goal. 

To find out more and learn how you can help, go to:  

http://www.rainbowtrail.org/about/land-exchange/

THIS WEEK

Bishop Jim Gonia

LSS Utah has begun Spanish Classes for the Community 

Lutheran Social Service of Utah is offering Spanish Courses - during Fall 2012. Mr. Jose Bonilla, Spanish Language Instructor and Professional Guitarist will be the instructor. Classes will take place every Wednesday from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. from September 12 through November 14, 2012. No registration is needed - just come by at 1:00 p.m. each Wednesday to learn and have fun. A suggested donation is $5.00 per class with all proceeds benefiting LSS of Utah ministries. For more information, you may contact Mr. Bonilla by email or phone (801-703-3274).

 
Augustana Presents! "Heavenly Harp"

You are cordially invited to participate in Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Slow-pitch Softball Tournament that will take place on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at the Kennedy Softball Complex. The complex is located at 2998 South Kenton Street Aurora, CO 80014 (East Dartmouth and South Parker Road - see map). The event is a benefit for Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains.

The cost will be $100 per team (approximately 10 players per team ... $10 per player).  Even if your church doesn't have a softball team, you have over 2 months to pull one together; and being an all-star caliber team is not a requirement. And if your church can't field an entire team but has several individuals who want to play, let me know and they will be combined with another team.   

This will be a co-ed, 16 team tournament - a great event for an even greater cause.  Be a part of it.  In the meantime, start organizing your church team.  Please feel free to contact Aaron Schultz by email or phone (559-920-0476) if you'd like to register your team or if you have any general questions or comments.

 On September 23 at 3:00 p.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church (915 E 9^th Ave) Tevyn East will present Leaps and Bounds, a one woman show which explores the intersection of faith, ecology, and the global economy. Check out the flyer to download and post.    

If you or your community would like to help sponsor this event, please contact Pastor Paul Carlson by email or call Our Savior's Lutheran Church at 303-831-7023.   

Taiz� at Saint Paul, Denver

Taiz� at Saint Paul has returned! The first service of the new season is on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the nave of Saint Paul Lutheran Church, located at 1600 Grant Street in Denver (80203).

All are welcome to this contemplative service held by candlelight. For more information and for a program of the upcoming service, visit our website:  www.spiritoftaize.org. 

Also, if you're interested in helping us lead and/or plan services, please let me know! We're always happy to have new participants and leaders.  

Professor David Lose of Luther Seminary will present a 3 hour seminar on "Culture Change and the Church: Building Up Faith on Shifting Soils " at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church (2000 South LeMay, Fort Collins CO 80525) on September 27, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Reformation Weekend).

He will also be preaching at Our Saviour's 5:30 p.m. Saturday Evening Service. You will have another opportunity to hear Professor Lose when he preaches during the Morning Service and during the education hour on Sunday. Admission is free and a free will offering will be taken.

The event coincides with Lutheran Campus Ministry at CSU annual chili-cook-off fundraiser from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. that afternoon, so consider making an evening of it.  Please contact Our Saviour's Lutheran's office at 970-484-3133 for more information.

New Beginnings Church 12^th Annual Celebration Dinner and Silent Auction

New Beginnings Church invites you to joint them in their 12th Annual Celebration Dinner and Silent Auction on Saturday, September 29 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, located at 4500 Wadsworth Blvd. in Wheat Ridge (80033). The featured speaker is Sydna Mass�, founder of Ramah International, and her topic is "Forgiveness: Breaking the Chains."

The auction will also include many handmade items donated by women on the inside. Music will be provided by New Beginnings Church. For dinner, there is a suggested donation of $10.00, payable at the door. For more information or to register, please email Kathy or give her a call on 303-831-7023.

New Beginnings Church of the Rocky Mountain Synod (ELCA), invites you to hear Sydna Mass�, founder of Ramah International, speak at a workshop on Saturday, September 29, 2012, from 9:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

The cost of the workshop is $45/person and includes a detailed manual. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. For more information and to register, please email Kathy or give her a call at 303-831-7023.

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains cordially invites you to 19th Annual Innkeeper Dinner at the Air Force Academy Press Box on Tuesday, September 25, 2012.

This is a fun causal evening where you can wear your favorite team's colors!  There will be a silent auction, live music and you will learn how Lutheran Family Services assists vulnerable children and families in Colorado Springs through disaster relief, foster care, adoption, and refugee services. If you would like more information on this event, please contact  Rebecca.Hamilton-Lyons@lfsco.org.   

Shepherd of the Hills, Boulder invites Everyone to "Blessing of the Animals" Service 

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church would like to invite pets of all religious beliefs and their owners to the second annual Blessing of the Animals Service at 9:30 a.m. on October 7, 2012. The service celebrates the wonder of all of God's Creation, and each pet will receive a 'I Am Blessed' tag.  This service is a favorite for animal lovers of all ages. Shepherd of the Hills is located at 7077 Harvest Road (71st and Lookout) in Boulder (80305). Please join us! For more info, please contact the church office by email or phone (303-530-4422).

The congregation and community of Iglesia Luterana Cristo Rey (ELCA) in southwest Denver cordially invite everyone to join them for a "Lunch of Gratitude." Cristo Rey is so very grateful for the support received in these past years and would like to share their good fortune. The luncheon will take place October 10, 2012, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the newly renovated church located at 501 Raleigh Street in Denver (80204). A special invitation is extended to clergy who would be willing to share their stories about working with the Cristo Rey community. A flyer is available to download and use as a bulletin insert or to post. All are welcome to stop by for a bite!

• donate $12
• collect 12 pounds of food AND
• tell 12 people about Metro CareRing.  

Collectively, Bethany hopes to raise $50,000 to help the nearly 1 out of 4 children who are hungry in Denver.  

In the coming months this blog will be jam packed of ideas, resources, tools, hunger facts, stories, prayers and quotes to help inspire and motivate you to action!  

Check out this Twelve.12.Twelve promo video on the blob page.