Voters on the Front Line: 2014 Ballot Issues and You
 

Want to know more about the four measures on your Colorado ballot this fall? Come to the CSLC Fall Voter Forum on Tuesday, October 14! Pro & con sides will be presented for all four ballot measures by their respective official spokespeople. Lutheran Advocacy Ministry-Colorado is a co-sponsor of this event.

 

 

 

Eric Wicks organ recital is October 26 in Colorado Springs
  

On Sunday, October 26, at 3 p.m., First Lutheran Church will present organist Eric Wicks in a recital of works including pieces by J.S. Bach, C�sar Franck, Dan Locklair, Camille Saint-Sa�ns, and Louis Vierne. Admission is free, and a reception will follow.

 

Wicks has served as organist at First Lutheran since January, 2013. Before that, he spent eight years in Western Pennsylvania as music director at the Butler First United Methodist Church. He has also served churches in Cleveland, Ohio; and in Eastern Washington State. 

 

 

Lutheran Chorale concert is October 19 at 3 p.m

 

The Lutheran Chorale invites you to join them for a Reformation Concert on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at 3:00 p.m., at Bethlehem Lutheran Church,

2100 N. Wadsworth. By Grace, Faith and Scripture Alone was the battle cry of the Reformation. From this confession many denominations were born and believers chose to write their confession of faith in hymns that are treasured now by much of Christianity. Join as they sing and hear the words penned by fellow believers inspired by their trust in Christ , who opened the way of everlasting life! More info at www.thelutheranchorale.org

 

 

St. Hildegard of Bingen
 coming to Messiah Community Church!

St. Hildegard of Bingen's Journey Through the Senses is an exhibition where people can experience St. Hildegard of Bingen's world on a sensory level. Modern day artists were commissioned to create pieces that embody the beauty, warmth and love that is the life and work of St. Hildegard of Bingen. The exhibit includes banners, calligraphy, stained glass, models, charcoal drawings, antique maps, wax tablets, paintings and some of St. Hildegard's healing remedies. Come feel the love of this great spiritual lady; a caretaker of souls, a composer of angelic music, a prophet, a writer of useful theology and a healer like none other. Dr Jeannine Goode-�Allen and Dr. David Sharp will be your guides come dive into the huge heart of St. Hildegard of Bingen.                                                                                           

Saturday Oct. 4, 5:00-7:00 pm: Opening of St. Hildegard Exhibition

 

Sunday Oct. 5, 9:30 am: Worship Service in the spirit of St. Hildegard

                                                Adult Forum 11 am: The Life of St Hildegard

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 6:30 pm Lecture: St. Hildegard's Gifts for our Times

                                                                               

Monday � Thursday, Oct. 6-�- 9, 5:00-�- 8:00 pm St. Hildegard Exhibition

 

   

The Church for the World:
What does it mean for the church to be a witness in the public arena?  

  

At St. John's Cathedral on October 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

1350 Washington St., Denver, CO

Capitol Hill United Ministries (CHUM) invites clergy, congregational leaders, faith-based agencies, and all who are interested in growing the relevancy of the church in our world to a powerful presentation and discussion by Wartburg College Theologian, Jennifer M. McBride.  Jenny will lead a discussion on the following critical issues:   What does it mean for the church to be a witness in the public arena?  What is a theology of public witness?   How can we create an atmosphere where the church is a vehicle of concrete redemption? Lunch will be provided � a free-will offering will be asked. Please RSVP by October 16 to Diana Flahive, CHUMCM at flahive@flahive.us

  

The St. Olaf Band to perform in Colorado October 15 and 16

The St. Olaf Band, dubbed "one of America's preeminent bands" by The New Yorker, will perform in Albuquerque, NM, Monument, CO, and Denver on October 14, 15, and 16 as part of its 2014 national tour. You can find  More information or by calling 800-363-5487. The St. Olaf Band's national tour program, "Mostly British," will center around music from the United Kingdom

 

 

New Beginnings Prison Ministry Fundraiser Celebrates 16 years of Ministry on October 10
 

A Celebration Fundraiser dinner for New Beginnings Prison Ministry will take place on 

October 10 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults and children 12 and under are free. It will take place at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 Alameda, Denver, CO.  RSVP to Kathy Melies 303-831-7023 or oslc915@juno.com. For Silent Auction donations and inquiries please contact Heiko Meyer at heikomeyer01@gmail.com

 

Peace By Piece Symposium: Fort Collins November 7-9
 

On November 7-9, Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Collins will celebrate its first annual learning event for our Northern Colorado community focusing on issues of peace and justice: the Peace by Piece Symposium.

 

The Peace by Piece Symposium will begin on Friday, November 7, with an evening reception and opening remarks by our keynote speaker, Evan Hodkins, M,A, M. Div. and director of the school of Alchemy. On Saturday, November 8, the event will focus on primary discussions/information and will include special guest speakers, testimonials, and panel discussions. Additional Information about the Symposium.