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Questions. We all have them. Some seem silly ("Why are there holes in crackers?") Others keep us up at night. This summer we are tackling some of the FAQs we all have. Most of these questions aren't simple. And we are the first to acknowledge we don't have all the answers. But we're convinced that when we wrestle with them, the God we all long to know better will cut through our confusion and be more clearly visible to us all.
June 4 & 5 If God Allows Suffering, What’s The Point?
June 11 & 12 Why Would A Good God Send People to Hell?
June 18 & 19 Who Needs Church?
June 25 & 26 Why Can’t There Be Just One Church?
July 2 & 3 Is the End Really Near?
July 9 & 10 Why Do We Sing in Church?
July 16 &17 Is Jesus the Only Way?
July 23 & 24 What Happens When We Die?
July 30/31 What About My Doubts?
The Family Portrait
JUNE / JULY 2016
Summer Drop In For Prayer Beginning Tuesday, June 7, Come As You Are
for prayer anytime from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
This opportunity for quiet time with God will continue weekly through August 30, with the exception of July 5. The Sanctuary will be open during that time for personal and private prayer. You are free to come and go as you need to.
Tuesday, July 12 will be devoted to prayers for our youth and adult leaders who will be going on their mission trip to Belize. Individual prayer centers will be set up for each member of the team. Plan to come and pray for the youth and their specific mission trip prayer requests. Help send them off on their trip with a foundation of prayer.
After coming to the Sanctuary for prayer, plan to attend the Psalms Bible Study (see information below) or go to the Stretch and Strengthening Class at 6:30 pm or the Singles Ministry Group (see page 6 for more info).
Beginning Tuesday, June 7 @ 6:30 pm @ FiC In this 12-week study, we will cover main themes and significant connections to Christ. The study gives an overview of the text before digging into it with a series of questions for reflection and discussion. Each unit concludes by highlighting the gospel of grace, as well as a section for reflecting on personal and practical implications. Come join us each Tuesday night over the summer (no meeting the week of July 4th). If you can’t make every week, come as your schedule allows.
Please sign up in the Great Room at the Sign-Up table or [email protected]. ($10 for workbooks)
A Special Prayer Request - Please Pray for our Youth
From July 11-16, eleven of our students will be headed to Colorado Christian University for ―Lead the Cause‖ Camp. July 23-29, 12 students will be going to Belize for a mission trip.
(see the above article on prayer for a special time to pray for our Youth Mission Team on July 12)
Sermon Series Continues:
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Doing ―Out‖ Can Look Like . . .
The Table The sign says: ―This is more than a Yard Garden: F i n d Gr a c e a m on g N e i g h b or s a t DenverTable.org.‖
On May 21, one of the first beautiful Saturdays of the season, five members of the Homeward Bound Life Group and three students from the Denver School of Nursing, along with a few younger helpers, joined up with Jeanine Broek of The Table to plant two urban gardens. We learned a lot about prepping new areas for planting and more about this wonderful ministry that is building relationships in the south part of Denver.
Throughout the year, especially during the growing season, help is always appreciated. Weeding, replanting (after hail storms), and harvesting are ongoing. Please check out the website: denvertable.org. Great work for God’s kingdom is being done and you can be a part of it.
Operation Christmas Child
This year's kick off will be August 7. We invite you to begin collecting items now for this important outreach ministry to children in 3rd world countries. We will be collecting items such as socks, gloves, underwear,
school supplies, hygiene products (no liquids), small toys and very small stuffed animals and plastic shoe boxes. A complete list will be available at the Welcome Center. There will be a drop off box in the children's wing each week between June and November and at the main entrances on the 4th weekends of those months. Watch the August Newsletter and bulletin for more details or call Sheila (303-465-3634).
Knitters and Sewers Operation Christmas Child is in need of knitted hats and pillow cases (they don't have to be new). The pillow cases will be turned into dresses for young girls and placed in the shoe boxes. There is a pattern available to make these simple dresses. These items can be placed in the OCC collection boxes. Questions? Call Sheila (303-465-3634)
Garage Sale Our annual Garage Sale will be Saturday, September 10 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm in the church parking lot. As you go through your usable, but unwanted, items this summer, please save them for this sale. The money raised will be used for our Operation Christmas Child project. Watch for details in the August Newsletter on when you can bring your items in.
Annual School Supplies Drive
In July, Growing Home collects school supplies for children in local needy families and distributes them in August. You can help by contributing supplies, donating funds and volunteering at GH to give these supplies to children. You can help these kids get a strong start in school. In 2015, supplies and backpacks were given to 1,310 students! Donations can be dropped off at Growing Home. More info is at FIC Outreach Booth and GH web page (GrowingHome.org). Supplies include:
Backpacks Binders Folders Notebooks Paper Crayons
Pencils Black/Blue/Red pens Colored Pencils Highlighters Glue sticks
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For more efficient and environmentally friendly delivery, The Family Portrait is emailed to everyone for whom we have an email address. If you have email and would like to receive the newslet ter e lect ronical ly , p lease emai l [email protected]. Hard copies of the latest edition are available at the Welcome Center for those without email or for anyone who still prefers to pick up a copy.
The Family Portrait is a publication of Family in Christ Community Church. Articles, contributions, and suggestions are welcome; submit to [email protected]. A Word or Publisher document is preferred. Editorial license may be invoked based on space or content.
August Issue deadline: July 21 Electronic Distribution by July 29
Hard copies available in the Lobby by July 30 / 31
Reserved in U 330, Group rate of $18 includes the game and post-game concert (in the shade behind home plate; concert will be between there and 3rd base)
Payment is due July 17 (checks payable to Family in Christ)
Reserve your tickets NOW! Contact Margie Bessler at 720-837-8522 or [email protected]. Invite your family, neighbors and friends!!
(FYI, the Rockies have only lost once on a Faith Day in 12 years!)
Faith Day: Sunday, August 7
Rockies vs the Miami Marlins Musical Guest: Crowder
Connecting Opportunities at Family in Christ June 12: Westfield Village Park
(115th Ave & Sheridan Blvd)
June 26: Community Park
(2nd Ave & Main Street)
July 10: Cotton Creek Park
(11199 Stuart Street)
July 24: North Midway Park
(Midway Blvd & Kohl Street)
August 14: Westminster Center Park (4801 W. 92nd Avenue)
August 23: Broomfield County Commons
(13200 Sheridan Blvd)
All parks have restroom facilities
Mark your calendar, pack a snack, slather on some sunscreen and with us!
For more info, contact Morgan at [email protected].
Adventure Golf - Friday, June 17 at Hyland Hills Adventure Golf (9650 N. Sheridan Blvd., Westminster)
Plan to meet near the ticket counter at 6:45 pm; have cash or a check to give Margie Bessler that evening, as we have to make one payment at the window for the whole group. Our group rate for 18 holes is $4.50 (adults and kids over 12) and $4.25 for children 12 and under. We will try to play togeth-er in groups of 4, more or less, but families will not have to split up. Please RSVP to Terry or Margie by June 13; it will help with making our reservation. If you don’t RSVP by that date, but find you can come at the last minute, please do!
BBQ Potluck and Lawn Games Friday, July 15
Summer is here! It’s time for an evening of food, fellowship, and a variety of outdoor games like corn hole, volleyball, ring toss, bocce ball, croquet, and any other games you might want to bring.
We will begin with a potluck at 6 pm (grilled hotdogs provided – please bring a salad, side dish, or dessert to share), then games will commence. We’ll move to indoor games if the weather does not cooperate, so come regardless of what Mother Nature is doing!
Contact Besslers at [email protected] or 720-837-9556 (Terry) or 720-837-8522 (Margie) to RSVP for Adventure Golf or for any questions regarding Lawn Games.
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Sunday Mornings This time is used to teach 6th—12th grade students how to read the Bible. It includes overview of the text, a short game, a short video, solo time in God's Word and group discussion.
9:00: Book of Mark
10:30: ―Life with Jesus‖ study
Carrie Evans, Director — 303-466-7770 Voice Mailbox 205 [email protected] or [email protected]
Student Ministries - Grades 6 —12
"Lift Students will Lift Him
who Lifts us to Lift others."
Are you connected online?
Download the free app for Family in Christ: http://get.theapp.co/3448/ Teen stuff is under Get Connected Tab, then Student Ministry
A year of Jesus! This school year, every aspect of our teachings (morning Bible Studies, afternoon small group and sermons) will be focused on the prophecies, teachings, and life of Jesus. Please pray with me for an amazing year.
Sunday Youth Group - 6 to 8 pm - Connect With Us!
Each night this summer includes a fun and creative game, a reality series video and great discussion. Plus free food!
Gospel Journey Maui: Catalytic questions, raw discussions, unexpected twists, all in the island setting of Maui. This unscripted reality series captures seven young strangers from diverse worldviews wrestling through some of the greatest questions of life. Each day, a new question was introduced by “the Preacher Man,” Greg Stier, triggering intense spiritual dialogue and a tidal wave of emotions. The 9 episodes address the following spiritual questions:
1. Is there a higher power?
2. What is the purpose of life? Part 1
3. What is the purpose of life? Part 2
4. Why are there so many religions and can they all
be right?
5. Is it religion or relationship?
6. Why do bad things happen?
7. What happens after we die?
8. Who is Jesus?
9. What is Jesus' message?
No evening youth group: July 3 (4th of July holiday)
or July 24 (due to mission trip).
Facebook: FICLiftSM
twitter: @FICLiftSM
Instagram: @ficliftsm
Email: [email protected]
Epic Hero: Unbroken A retreat for guys entering 8th grade-12th grade (in the fall) to be held June 24-26th. Please pick up a registration form at the student ministries counter today for all the details. Feel free to bring friends.
Middle School Camp August — Dates to be determined. Please be looking for info to appear on the Student Ministries Counter and in the bulletin.
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Saturdays at 5:00 pm Kids Rock is a children's program that meets each Saturday night. The children experience exciting Bible stories, music, memory verses and games.
Children’s Ministry 303-466-7770 ext. 209
Kelly Vath, Tonya Baker, Courtney Rich, Sheila Shea
Sundays 10:30 am
Join us for our Deep Blue curriculum. Children will get to know Christ and the Bible through fun games, crafts and group learning activities.
Classroom ages are: Pre-school — 3 and 4 year olds
Age 5 and Kindergarteners 1st and 2nd graders
3rd, 4th and 5th graders
Sundays 9:00 am
Instead of a more traditional Sunday s c h o o l c l a s s , WO.W. teaches Bible messages in a new and action-driven way in a group setting. This is a great option to keep your kids engaged if you attend worship and/or an adult class during both hours. Instead of children doing the same Sunday school class twice at 9 and 10:30, they will get two completely different lessons and settings!
If you have questions or wish to volunteer, please visit our Children’s Information Desk or email us at [email protected].
Little Lambs Nursery
Available at all worship services infants & toddlers / 0 — 4 years
Angela Schenk, Director
Available at all worship services, our little ones will grow in faith through an interactive program that includes Bible stories, singing praise, play, and prayer.
The nursery is looking for adult and youth volunteers for all services this
summer. Please contact Angela Schenk at [email protected] to sign up.
Batten down the hatches and prepare to be SUBMERGED! Free Summer Vacation Bible School - June 13 – 17 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
For Children age 5 going into Kindergarten up to Children going into 5th Grade
For more information or to register, visit the Peak online or at the Peak Children’s Information Desk. To volunteer or ask questions, email us at [email protected].
Discovering Jesus Laboratory Friday, July 29 6:30 – 8:15pm
Do your kids like it when things ooze, splat, explode, or rocket to the sky? Then join us for Discover Jesus Laboratory! Kids can participate in epic hands-on experiments that illustrate what God says about grace, love, forgiveness, trust and faith. Kids 3 1/2 years- 5th grade can come and deepen their understanding of God in a fun and exciting way!
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If you are new to Family in Christ, you might want to know about baptism. Baptism is available to individuals upon their profession of faith in Jesus Christ, as well as to children of parents who are members of our congregation.
The baptism of infants witnesses to the truth that God’s love claims us even before we are able to respond in faith. Parents wanting to preserve baptism for the time of their child’s personal profession of faith in Christ may present their young children for dedication.
Baptisms and dedications are part of the worship experience at Family in Christ and are administered during our weekend worship services. The mode of adult baptism—either by immersion or aspersion (sprinkling)—is the choice of each individual.
If you would like to know more about baptism, please contact Pastor Paul.
Greeter / Usher Ministry
The Greeter/Usher Ministry involves choosing one of the services each month, arriving 15 or so minutes before the service, being assigned a position by an entrance to greet people and shake their hand or by a Sanctuary door to greet and hand out bulletins; then assist in passing the plates during offering and Communion elements on the first weekends. It’s really that simple.
The big impact comes from your friendly face and welcoming spirit towards people who may be new to the church, new to Christ, or just wandering in from the community around our church. You would be surprised at how the Lord works with just that welcoming smile in people’s lives.
If you would be willing to become a part of our little family within Family in Christ, or if you have questions regarding this ministry, please contact Linda Kurtzberg.
(303-955-0806 or [email protected])
Singles Ministry! Here to serve the needs of divorced, widowed, single parents, or just never been married of all ages in a fun, caring and exciting environment. We meet on Tuesdays in room 147 at 6:45. Questions about this new Ministry? Please contact Heidy Franklin ([email protected]).
Book Club News The Book Club will meet Monday, June 20 at 7:00 pm at Family in Christ to share any favorite book(s) you have read since June of 2015. On Monday, July 18 at 7:00 pm, we will meet at church to watch the movie "Still Alice" or "Room". The movie is based on the book we have recently read. In August, we will read the book, "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Come join us!
Quilt Ministry Join us at Family in Christ, room 159 on the west side of the church, from 10 am - 3 pm on the third Friday of the month. Help construct simple quilts to be donated to women and children in crisis. Come for just an hour or two or the whole day. Questions? Call Cheryl Holliday (303-438-9081). With notice, childcare can be arranged, too!
Next Dates: June 17 & July 15 We will not meet in August.
Stretch & Strengthening Join us every Tuesday from 6:30 — 7:30 pm at Family in Christ. These stretching activities help you increase your flexibility, improve your balance and breathing, and to relax. It's also a lot of fun and FREE!
Life Group for Retirees
Coming this July we will have an inaugural meeting for those who are retired and looking to connect with others in our church for meetings, studies and other activities. Look for details on the website and in the weekly bulletin in coming weeks.
The Alpha Course
Two times each year, Family in Christ offers the Alpha Course. Alpha is for anyone who has questions about Christianity. It is presented in a safe environment where no question is not valued. It is a great way to introduce new people to faith or solidify your own faith as your discussion group works through the topic of the evening.
The next Alpha Course begins September 27, but be praying NOW for someone you could invite.
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Doing Life Together
Men’s Ministry Band of Brothers
Saturdays, 7 — 8:30 am at Family in Christ
We will meet once each month in June, July and August, as well as, go on a couple beautiful mountain hikes July 23 and August 6. Regular weekly meetings begin again in September. Please see our website or weekly bulletin for the monthly meetings /outings. Contact Terry Bessler (720-837-9556) for details regarding the hiking dates.
Jerry Chesser, Pastor – Adult Ministries [email protected] 303-525-1009
Women’s Ministries Mark your calendar for our
Annual Summer Connection at Diane Long's house
Come "Bloom Where You're Planted"
on Sunday, July 17 at 5:54pm
Main meal is provided, bring a side or dessert to share. For more details, contact Char
This summer, in place of Wednesday Night Bible Study, we will be meeting up at a variety of locations for fun, fellowship and a chance to connect! All women are invited to join us at these events:
Thusrday, June 2 - 7:00 pm - Westminster City Park, 10475 Sheridan Blvd - "That Eighties Band" concert -bring your families and enjoy a great night of music under the stars.
Wednesday, June 15 - 7:00 pm - Broomfield Amphitheater Park - "Moses Jones Band" a high energy dance band. Bring your families and enjoy a great night of music under the stars. If show isn't outside due to inclement weather, concert is moved to the auditorium. Wednesday, June 22 - 6:30 pm - Westfield Village Park, 115th & Sheridan (east of the Life Fellowship Church) - bring the kids, let them play while we visit.
Saturday, July 9 - 6:00 pm - Orchard Town Center - "Fab 4" Beatles Tribute Band. Bring your families and enjoy a great night of music under the stars.
Thursday, July 14 - 6:30 pm - Flatirons Mall by AMC Theatre, "Chase N the Dream" concert (this location is a little harder to get seating together but a great night out for the family)
Wednesday, July 27 - 6:30 pm - Cotton Creek Park, 11199 Stuart Street - bring the kids, let them play while we visit.
Contact Joyce to RSVP just in case plans change or the weather doesn't cooperate.
([email protected] or 303-469-2928)
Mothers of Preschoolers
(MOPS) welcomes moms with children from infancy through kindergarten and pregnant moms-to-be. This year at MOPS, we are embracing WONDER, HOPE & KINDNESS in our quest to live courageously! We are the Starry Eyed and we choose to see the light. Our theme verse for the year is Jeremiah 33:2-3, "Thus says the Lord who made the earth, the Lord who formed it to establish it… Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Join us as we search out the great things God has in store for each of us!" Generally, meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 9:00-11:30 am during the school year. Childcare is provided. The first meeting of the fall will be Thursday, September 1.
Can't wait until then? Join us at one of the following play dates:
Carpenter Park — Tuesday, June 7 @ 10am Peter Pan Park — Friday, July 8 @ 10am
Ralston Central Park & Splash Pad — Friday, August 5 @ 10am
Pack a lunch and join us! For more information, contact Morgan at [email protected]
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Sold, The Movie The Just Courage Study Group, that met Wednesday evenings, would like to share an opportunity to view the incredible movie, "Sold, The Movie". Human and Sex trafficking is an extreme problem that targets the poorest in our communities around the world. Through education, we can all make a difference in caring for God's lost children. We have set up a screening of ―Sold, The Movie‖ at the Westminster Promenade on June 9, Thursday at 7:30 pm. You can reserve tickets here: https://www.tugg.com/events/103865
Please call or email Trish McCully with questions. ([email protected])
Family in Christ Community Christian Reformed Church
11355 Sheridan Boulevard Westminster, CO 80020
www.familyinchrist.com 303-466-7770
Office hours: Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Worship Services: Saturday, 5:00 pm
Sunday, 9:00 am & 10:30 am Children’s Programs
Nursery/Family Worship Room available at all services
Super Tuesdays & Alpha Wednesday Evening Programs
for Children & Adults during the school year
Middle & Senior High Youth Sunday Mornings 9 & 10:30 am Sunday Evenings 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Adult Ministries
Judy Jorden—Community Outreach 303-466-7770
Morgan Kellum—Life Groups 303-818-3727
Julie Walden—Enfolding 303-517-3638
Char Campbell—Women’s Ministry 303-947-5608
Margie Bessler—Mid-week Dinners 303-431-2988
Nursery Ministries Angela Schenk 303-910-3911
Children’s Ministries 303-466-7770, ext. 209
Kelly Vath Children’s Communications &
Community Outreach Coordinator 303-562-7003
Sheila Shea—Saturday Children’s Ministries & Preschool Coordinator
Courtney Rich Super Tuesdays Coordinator
720-884-6495 [email protected]
Tonya Baker—3rd, 4th & 5th Grade 720-917-5259
Our MISSION as a Family in Christ: With Prayer and God’s Spirit as our source of power, we will work toward turning the unchurched into attenders, attenders into members, members into disciples, disciples into ministers, and ministers into reproducers. All to the glory of God.
Our VISION as a Family in Christ is to build a Christian community
where others can come to SEE Christ . . . KNOW Christ . . .
GROW in Christ . . . SERVE Christ . . . SHARE Christ . . .
so that we might fully become a Family in Christ.
Paul Jorden—Senior Pastor 303-466-7770, ext. 203 [email protected]
Jerry Chesser—Adult Ministries Pastor 303-525-1009
Carrie Evans—Student Ministries Pastor 303-466-7770, ext. 205
Carmen Braaksma—Office Manager 303-466-7770, ext. 201 [email protected]
Randy Borden—Facilities 303-466-7770, ext. 207
JoAnn Bjorem—Financials 303-466-7770, ext. 202 [email protected]
Katie Barnhart—Website, App, Communications [email protected]
Worship, Music & Technology Tony N. Schenk—Pastor
303-466-7770, ext. 204 [email protected]
Matt Rich—-Asst. Worship Director [email protected]
At the Congregational Meeting on May 15, we offered our thanks to those who have served on the Council the past three years: Elders Randy Borden, Chet Marino, and Randy Nickerson; Julie Walden will serve an additional year as Elder-at-large. Deacons rotating off Council: Dennis Holliday, Linda Kurtzberg, and Ry Mittlestadt.
Newly elected Elders are: Terry Bessler, Philip Jongejan, Brett Kellum, and Becky Scudder. New Deacons are: Dan Clark, Brian Mapes, and Robin McCarthy.
Updated photos to help you put a face with a name of each Council member will be available in the workroom at the east end of the church very soon.
Family in Christ Council
Terry Bessler (2019) 720-837-8522
Jim Decker (2017) 720-428-0974
Bob Handwerk (2018) [email protected]
Philip Jongejan (2019) 720-364-6728
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Brett Kellum (2019) 303-818-4059
Becky Scudder (2019) [email protected]
Aaron Smith (2018)
720-425-7474 [email protected]
Julie Walden (Elder-at-Large) 303-517-3638
ELDERS Dan Clark (2019) [email protected] 586-201-5260
Lenny Garcia (2017) 303-469-2928
Paul Karr (2017) 303-465-0996,
Brian Mapes (2019) 720-201-7121
Robin McCarthy (2019) 303-940-6411
Brian McKee (2018) 720-231-7039
Rick Sedbrook (2017) 303-469-3163
Rhett Stephens (2018) 720-261-1031
Kathy Wingfield (2018) 303-469-6821
DEACONS
Family in Christ Ministry Team