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Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, you anointed your beloved Son to be priest and sovereign forever. Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united by the glorious and gentle rule of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
2015 Prayer Cycle
ELCA Global Missions
Missionaries
Gail & Randy Mundt
RMS BISHOP and STAFF
11/22
Bishop James Gonia Sarah Moening Judith VanOsdol Ron Roschke Kent Mueller Ruth Hoffman Cheryl Almquist Janice Ladd-Horkey Erin Power Peter Severson Maria Sutton
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Bishop Jim Gonia
- Region 2 Global Mission and Hunger Consultation, Santa Ana CA
- Senior High Youth Gathering
Pastor Ron Roschke
Pastor Sarah Moening
- Senior High Youth Gathering
Pastor Judith VanOsdol Pastor Kent Mueller - Call process administration
- New website work
- Lord of the Hills, Centennial, CO
Erin Power, Diaconal Minister
- Middle School Youth Gathering Planning
Lutheran Advocacy Ministry, NM
- Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
- NM Conference of Churches Board
- Region 2 Mission and Hunger Consultation, Santa Ana CA.
Peter Severson - Lutheran Advocacy Ministry, CO
- Review Domestic Hunger Grants
- 9 to 5 Member Meeting
- CCHI Annual Meeting
- Peace, Sterling, CO
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| CALENDAR |
website calendar
NOVEMBER 20-22
2015 Senior High Youth Gathering
2016
JANUARY 15-17
Middle School Youth Gathering
Hotel Elegante
Colorado Springs, CO
APRIL 28-30
2016 Synod Assembly
Embassy Suites
Loveland, CO
SEPTEMBER 19-22
2016 Theological Conference
Little America
Cheyenne, WY
2017
MAY 5-7
2017 Synod Assembly
Antlers Hilton Hotel
Colorado Springs, CO
SEPTEMBER 18-21
2017 Theological Conference
2018
MAY 3-5
2018 Synod Assembly
Westin Hotel
Westminster, CO
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Missional Gathering "Sister Act"
resources and more available online
 Those who attended our fall Missional Gatherings under the theme, "Many Voices, One Song" enjoyed the opportunity for conversation, especially around the clips from the "Sister Act" movie.
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Advent 2015 Resources from "LEAD"
"LEAD" equips leaders and churches with coaches, immersions, and resources. During Advent 2015 "LEAD" has created a series of resources for Advent, including weekly Advent worship resources with bulletin covers that can be colored by participants and then merged together to create a colorful small mural when complete. Take part in coloring as a unique spiritual practice.
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| THE REFORMATION: 500 YEARS LATER |
Celebrate with the ELCA in preparation for observances of Reformation 500 years
The 500th anniversary of the Reformation is an opportunity to rejoice in the life-giving, liberating power of the gospel. As part of the observance, we invite you to attend the Grace Gathering, in partnership with the 2016 ELCA Churchwide Assembly. This will be an opportunity to experience the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) when gathered as the ELCA Churchwide Assembly, prepare for further observances of the 500th anniversary and reflect on how the Reformation can continue to guide us today. More information.
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 Bethany Lutheran Church presents - The European Reformation, June 10-21, 2016
This very special tour will focus on the life and impact of Martin Luther and the Reformation. We'll stop at all the Luther sites and more - Wittenberg, Leipzig, Eisleben, Erfurt, Cologne, Mainz, Works, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Augsburg and Munich. Land tour price is $2369 per person based on double occupancy includes most meals, accommodations and the services of a professional Tour Director. Travel Protection is available for an additional $209 per person. Group air can also be purchased for $2083 per person or make your own arrangements. If you'd like to join us on this tour contact Sarah at sarah@bethany-denver.org or 303-758-2820. For more information, visit www.bethany-denver.org.Join us and see the Reformation come to life!
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MOTORCYCLES FOR MADAGASCAR
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 Four Motorcycles to be purchased for Companion Synods!
Success! It was the goal of the RMS Companion Synod Committee to raise $10,000 to purchase four motorcycles, one for each of our companion synods in Northern Madagascar. So far the Rocky Mountain Synod has raised over $14,000, which will purchase four motorcycles! Success!
Thank you for your support! These motorcycles will allow pastors in Madagascar to travel to congregations in remote areas. The pastors who receive these motorcycles will also be able to further their effort of evangelism throughout Madagascar, which is part of the mission of the Malagasy Lutheran Church. If you wish to support the mission of the Malagasy Lutheran Church by contributing to Motorcycles for Madagascar, please send a check to the Rocky Mountain Synod with Motorcycles for Madagascar in the memo line. Again, thank you for your support!
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| 2015 MISSIONAL GATHERINGS |
One final conference gathering!
This year's Missional Gatherings in each conference will help us explore our theme for the year, "Many Voices, One Song." The church is made of many voices, and each voice is as distinctive as the person or the community that sings it. The wonder of the project is how the voices all come together to make one song.
REGISTER NOW AT THIS LINK
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Senior High
Youth Gathering
November 20 - 22, 2015
Denver Marriott West
West Denver, Colorado
Not too late to register! Fee is now $160.
"Cornerstone" volunteers needed for youth gatherings
Cornerstone is an important piece of the High School and Middle School Youth Gatherings held each year by the Rocky Mountain Synod. As Cornerstone you will help facilitate the gathering experience from setting up for the weekend, leading a bible study, setting a safe environment for participants or simply being a good listener and friend.
Cornerstone is the foundation for the gathering and their help is greatly appreciated by the planning team and those at the gathering. If you are interested in being apart of the Cornerstone Team for the Senior High Youth Gathering, November 20-22, please e-mail Eric Plothow at ecplothow@aol.com or Kathryn Seyfarth at Kathryn@SkyRanchColorado.org for the application.
Middle School
Youth Gathering
January 15 - 17, 2016
Hotel Elegant�
& Conference Center
Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Consider an end-of-the-year gift
to the Better Together Fund
The Scriptures remind us that we are the Body of Christ, woven together for the sake of our witness to God's love and grace. As members of the ELCA we claim the power of being Christ's Church-Better Together.
At our Rocky Mountain Synod Assembly in May the Synod Council announced the Better Together Fund, an opportunity for those passionate about our shared ministry as a synod and as a global church to set aside one dollar a day (or more) for the foundational work we do together. Learn more and give a gift online. Currently the amount raised is over $36,000!
Gifts may be given online, or send in a check made out to Rocky Mountain Synod. Gifts of appreciated stock are also welcome, providing a smart gifting strategy. Send an email to Kent Mueller to receive information about giving a gift of stock.
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| GIVE A GIFT OF MINISTRY AND SERVICE |
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During the final months of your, many of our organizations invite special gifts. In Colorado, December 8 is a special day of giving. Be watching for additional organizations registered to receive gifts on that day!
RAINBOW TRAIL LUTHERAN CAMP
 You can make a huge difference by providing funds for camperships, summer staff salaries, site improvements, and much, much more. Mark your Calendars: December 8, 2015. 24 hours to Give Where You Live! You can schedule your gift now at
LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES
Today, at Lutheran Family Services, our Foster Care case managers will visit with children who have been abused and neglected. They will visit with unaccompanied refugee minors who have come to the U.S. without parents. Today, our employees will be a host to people from all over the world who have been uprooted by persecution. They will welcome the refugees, help secure employment, teach cultural education, but most importantly, work towards self-sufficiency. Today, at Lutheran Family Services, we will walk with the vulnerable.
Through these programs and many others, we provide services that heal, strengthen, and provide hope. We need YOU to walk along with us. On Colorado Gives Day December 8, please consider supporting LFS and the most vulnerable in our communities by donating. You can schedule your gift now at https://www.coloradogives.org/lfsrm. Today, you can make a difference.
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VISIT THE HOLY LAND IN 2016
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Rostered leader transitions and openings
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Eucharist is second Wednesday of each month
We invite you to join us the second Wednesday of each month for a staff/community Eucharist Service at 11:30 am at the Office of the Bishop. Email Maria Sutton if you are interested in leading worship!
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Non-rostered positions available
Congregations and agencies are seeking non-rostered positions, such as office administrators, musicians, faith formation staff, and more.
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Learn Emotional Intelligence skills at Joy Ranch
Florence, South Dakota, January 4-8, 2016
Emotional Intelligence skills are essential for effective ministry within a congregational setting. These are those "people" skills that support clergy making meaningful inter-personal connection with congregants.
These skills can be learned or increased by some intentional effort that is accompanied by straight feedback from other people. The EQ-HR workshop is a highly experiential event within small groups of 8-12 participants with 2 trained facilitators where such feedback can be obtained. For more information, visit: www.eqhrcenter.org
Vibrant Faith Training in the Black Hills,
April 10-15, at Outlaw Ranch
Outlaw Ranch invites you to attend the Vibrant Faith Training School kickoff, April 10-15, 2016 in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. (Located close to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument and Custer State Park.)
Vibrant Faith First Third Training School is a life-changing, faith-shaping experience that draws out the gifts and passions of students and channels their efforts toward creating a culture of spiritual vitality that enriches young and old alike.
The tuition of $1,995 includes; a kick-off week retreat at Outlaw Ranch, nine months of learning experiences, and one-on-one personalized coaching. Once completed, you'll earn a certificate in First Third of Life Ministry Leadership.
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Bikes needed for Urban Servant Corps
 Urban Servant Cops is one of the two service year ministries here in the Rocky Mountain Synod. Can your congregation help support these volunteers? Our current needs are:- 2 adult-size bikes
- 3 strong bike locks
- 7 bike helmets
Your donation or financial contribution will ensure our volunteers safely navigate downtown Denver! Please contact Erin Power if you are able to help
Global Mission Gift Bazaar at Bethany Lutheran Church
4500 E Hampden Ave, Cherry Hills Village, CO
Sunday, December 6, throughout the morning in the Fellowship Hall
This will be a great opportunity to contribute globally and do some Christmas shopping! God's Garden will again be selling gift/tithe opportunities for school uniforms and Bibles for the orphans of God's Garden specific to your holiday gift recipient.
One Mother will have a creative assortment of hand crafted items made from recycled saris, and Ten Thousand Villages will be amply represented as well as others. Plan on some holiday shopping that gives back!
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Seeking team: social message on gender-based violence
Interested in helping your congregation fight gender-based violence in your community? The ELCA is in the process of developing a Social Message on Gender Based Violence that will come before the ELCA Church Council this November. All expressions of the ELCA, including synods and congregations, will be encouraged to address the issues identified in this statement. The Rocky Mountain Synod is putting together a team to develop a strategy for addressing these concerns. If you are interested in learning more about this team and/or joining us, or know someone in your congregation who would be interested, contact Judy Lounsberry, judyloun@aol.com , 303-347-2158, or Linda Jantzen, hljantz@comcast.net, 303-794-4489.
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