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WORK MATTERS SERMON SERIES

Work is a gift from God.  How we work is our response of faith.  God works through people.  The Holy Spirit energizes whatever our calling is for influencing our culture for Christ, and for infusing our ordinary, everyday lives with the presence of God. For when we realize that the "mundane" activities that consume most of our time are "God's hiding places," our perspective changes.  God is at work—in, with and through you!  Join us for our summer sermon series:  Work Matters.  This sermon series from July 18 to August 15 will guide us to worship God through our various callings.    We will emphasize not what we should specifically do with our time or what careers we are called to, but what God does in and through our callings--even within the home. In each task He has given us--in our workplaces and families, our churches and society--God Himself is at work.
On going Sunday bible studies:

Bible Study for Adults: Jesus' Parables- join us in the ELC Courtyard as Pastor Bob delves into this interesting study.

Adventures in Missing the Point: A study that addresses how we've missed the point on crucial topics such as salvation, the Bible, being postmodern, worship, homosexuality, truth and much more led by Becky Loptien.

Crew: Sunday Study in the community space of the newly remodeled basement from 9:20 to 10:20 am. Great time for study and discussion.

Pastor Michael: meeting in the ELC courtyard to discuss Who is the Holy Spirit? What does this often overlooked person of the Trinity do?  The purpose of this Bible Study is to give a biblical teaching on the Holy Spirit from Genesis to Revelation. Our time of seeking the third “Person” of the Trinity Includes studies of spiritual gifts, fruit of the Spirit, the "holy" in Holy Spirit, and the Spirit as a firstfruit of our inheritance yet to come.  We will answer these questions and more in our bible study time in between Sunday worship services at 9:20 am. 

Study for Women—20's/30's Women- married or single, those with children and those without children- will join together to study God's word and join in prayer and fellowship on Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Naomi Geidel at 303-330-5518 or nomerun@hotmail.com.


SAVE THE DATE :

– July 31: APC Painting Day

– August 7: Soaring Seniors Picnic

– August 8: CREW Cajun Feast

– August 13-15: CREW Camping Trip

– August 21: Women's Luncheon

– August 22: Prayer for the Nation

– Sept 12: Community Fair

– Sept 14-17: SOAR Annual Gathering

– Sept 17: St John's Annual Golf Tourney

– Sept 24-25: Women of Faith Conference

– Sept 26: Welcome 101 Class

– Oct 1-3: 4Love - Love Thy Neighbor

– Oct 17: Denver Marathon

– Nov 14: Membership Class 201

– Dec 6: Advent by Candlelight

Marriage Enrichment Classes

Can you imagine someone buying a car, thinking they'll never have to do anything but drive it, and expecting it to last forever? They never change the oil or the tires, never take it in for service, never replace the hoses, belts, or plugs. They just assume it will last a lifetime without any care. Ridiculous assumption, isn't it? Yet, the majority of couples adopt that attitude about their marriages. A husband and wife think they can drive their relationship right out of the altar, never do any maintenance on it, and it will last forever. The same logic that tells us a car won't last under those conditions should tell us a marriage won't either. Sad to say, though, many of us take better care of our car than our marriage. Maybe it's just that we need to change our "spark" plugs, perhaps we've been noticing our communication has been "missing." It could be that we need a major overhaul. Most wives might even be quick to say his "block" is cracked!
Whatever tweaking needs to be done, all marriages need it. We will focus on re-tuning our relationship around money, power, communication, sex, parenting and faith.
We will be meeting at St. John’s Lutheran Church Wednesday nights from September 8, 2010 through October 13, 2010. We will share a simple meal from 5:30 to 6:00pm with classes running from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.


GROUPS FOR ALL AGES AND STAGES OF LIFE

Our community has ministries for all ages.

YOUTH: GROW

Contact Kyia Friesen, Director of Youth Ministries 303.733.3777 X 117 for more details about our youth ministry.

YOUNG ADULTS : Crew

We are a group in our 20's and 30's, married and single, professionals and students, who want to make an impact in each other's lives and in our community. We believe that it is through meaningful relationships that love is shared and spread. Come join us at St. John´s and in our community in building quality relationships through Bible study, discussion, service projects, prayer, interest groups, small groups, and exciting events. Our walk with God is enhanced as we love and serve others, and it works best when we have fun doing it!

We will meet at the church in the morning to carpool to the trail head for a beautiful summer hike!  Contact Naomi Geidel at nomerun@hotmail.com for more details.

The famous Weems’ family Cajun BBQ is back another year!  We will head to the Weems’ house after Praise Worship.  Directions will be emailed.

Join us for a weekend away in the mountains.  The CREW has reserved a group camping site at Glacier Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park.  There are spots available for 25 individuals, sign-up now to reserve a spot.  Contact, Jen Jackson at jenlynnjackson@hotmail.com.


Contact Stephen Weems, Director of Young Adults @ 303.733.3777 X 113

SOARING SENIORS: Everyone is welcome at the events of this group but it is intended for those age 55 and older. PUT THIS ON YOUR CALENDARS: The annual picnic is at the home of Gene and Linda Young, 934 S. Cove Way. (This is in the Bonnie Brae area near church.) The date is Saturday, August 7, 11:00 a.m. Plan now what you would like to bring for the potluck lunch. Questions or to R.S.V.P.: Jolene Sekavec, 303-777-4033.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY :

WOMEN OF ST. JOHN'S!  Please join us Wednesday, August 25th for a free day at the Denver Botanic Gardens (1005 York Street).  We will meet at the main east-side entrance promptly at 9:00 am.  This will be a great opportunity to not only see the beauty of the gardens, but have a peaceful time catching up on the Summer's happenings and future Fall plans.  Feel free to invite a friend or two!  Please bring a sack lunch and we'll find a nice spot to have our meal around 11:30/12:00.  For questions about this Women's Ministry event, call Sherri at 303-757-7340.

SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES TO PUT ON THEIR CALENDARS
All women of the congregation are invited to a salad luncheon on Saturday, August 21, 10:30 a.m. This luncheon is sponsored by the Saturday morning women's Bible study. At the luncheon we will discuss what material we would like to follow beginning Saturday, September 11. Call Virgean for the location or if you have questions. 303.757.5060.

Study for Women—20's/30's Women- married or single, those with children and those without children- will join together to study God's word and join in prayer and fellowship on Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Naomi Geidel at 303-330-5518 or nomerun@hotmail.com.

Fellowship: The Book of James. Wednesday mornings 8:30-10:00 am. Get to know each other, book or bible study and life wisdom sharing time. Come as you can throughout the summer. Contact Janet at 303.298.0721 for more details.

SUPPORT GROUPS :

-LISTENING CARE-

Listening Care is available Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:30 am. A Stephen Minister can be found in Pastor Michael’s office during these times and can be identified wearing a Stephen Ministry badge.

For more information please contact Bernardine Eckelkamp at 303-910-5635 or 303-695-6076.

-DEPRESSION SUPPORT-

It’s not too late to attend the new Depression Support Group that started recently. It is a Christ centered ministry to help people who suffer with depression to get the support and healing they need. The class meets every Wednesday from 7-9 pm in the school library. If you have any questions call Neal Bamesberger at 303-871-9866.

-DIVORCE CARE-

You don't have to go through it alone.  DivorceCare is a 13-week support group conducted by people who understand what you are experiencing.  For more information, call or email Wendy Leu, LCSW, LMFT at 303.808.4368 or wendy.leu@stjohnsdenver.org