The Presbytery of Denver invites you to:

A Service of Installation for:

Rev. Dr. Tracy L. Hughes

Minister of Word and Sacrament at Mountain View United Church 

Sunday, July 9 at 3:00 p.m., reception to follow.
Mountain View United Church (map)
10700 E Evans Ave, Aurora, CO 80014

Tuesday, May 23, 2017
New Hope Presbyterian Church (map)
3737 New Hope Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109

CALL OF THE MEETING:

3:00 p.m. Registration Begins
3:30-4:00 p.m. Pre-Assembly Conversation: Overview of COM Proposed Policy for the Presbytery: Minor and Vulnerable Adult Protection and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Policy
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Pre-Assembly Conversation: Teaching Elders Sabbatical Planning
5:00 p.m. Fellowship and Dinner
6:00 p.m. Presbytery Assembly Convenes

Tickets for dinner will be $8 at Registration. Lasagna options for vegetarian, gluten-free and meat will be served for dinner. Salad, bread and dessert will also be available. Please indicate below your dietary needs when registering.

On-line, Pre-Registration is now closed.  Please join us at New Hope for the meeting and check in at Registration.  
Thank you!

The new planning calendars are available! If we order together, we save on shipping. If you would like to order calendars for your church or group, please fill in the form below.  

PRE-ORDER & PAYMENT: Calendars are $10 each.  You have two options to pay/order:

1. You can pre-pay, order online with credit card. Click on image to the right. OR
2. Click black button below to pre-order and pay at pick up.   

PICK UP: Calendars will be available at the May Assembly meeting for pickup. If you are unable to attend Assembly, you need to pick up your calendar order at the Presbytery office so we do not absorb the shipping cost.

Please order by Friday, May 5th.

Join us!

The Rev. Paul Neshangwe, who is representing the Presbytery of Zimbabwe in a May visit to our Presbytery, is celebrating a birthday on May 6! To help him celebrate we are arranging a party for any and all in the Presbytery!   We will have limits to the number we can host but we are hoping that you can join us on May 6.  You may know that Park Burger was one of Paul’s favorite restaurants.  As a result Park Burger in cooperation with the Presbytery of Denver will be providing a special on-site party.  Four of their specialty burgers will be grilled at an outdoor setting at the Presbytery.    The basic facts are:

When:  Saturday, May 6, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Where: Denver Presbytery Office, outside (map)
      You may need to park on the street
Cost:  $10 per person

Birthday cake, chips and a cold drink will be available.

PLEASE LET US KNOW YOU ARE COMING BEFORE May 1st so we can have enough burgers!

To RSVP, from drop down menu, choose the number of guests, click on add to cart, there will be an orange shopping cart at the top of your screen. Click on shopping cart to finish payment and rsvp.

SOUL SHOP is Coming!

In an effort to stem the rising tide of suicidal desperation in our community, Denver Presbytery is bringing a Soul Shop seminar to Denver.  Soul Shop is a movement created to transform the way that faith-based communities address those impacted by suicidal desperation through equipping leaders to minister to those at risk for suicidal thinking.  It addresses those concerned for family members and friends who have suffered the trauma of losing a loved one to suicide, and those who have experienced suicidal thinking in the past. This day-long training equips leaders to create congregational cultures characterized by a readiness to engage in life-saving, life-healing conversations. 

This is the second part of Presbytery’s Mental Health initiative.  Future seminars will include identifying behavioral issues and de-escalation training.  

When: Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 8 a.m.
Where: The Presbytery of Denver (map)
1710 S. Grant St.
Denver, CO 80210
Cost: $25 per person, includes materials for class and lunch

Register before April 13th!

To Register, from drop down menu, choose the number of people registering for, click on add to cart, there will be an orange shopping cart at the top of your screen. Click on shopping cart to finish payment and register.

The Presbytery of Denver “opens the doors” to  building reconciliation.    We’ve heard a lot about “white privilege” over the past year, but do we really know what that is? Do we know that there are many types of privilege—class, gender and race are just a few examples? To further reconciliation within the Body of Christ, the Presbytery of Denver, with the help of Adrian Miller (Executive Director of the Colorado Council of Churches), will create a sacred and safe space for food and fellowship as we explore the various forms of privilege we carry.  

On Thursday, March 30, at 6:00 p.m.  at True Light Community Church, 2620 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80014, (map), please bring your favorite thing to eat, bring enough to share with others, and bring an open heart, mind and spirit to discuss this vitally important topic. All are welcome, but we ask you to RSVP by March 27. 

Stated Assembly Meeting

Please join us for on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at St. Paul Presbyterian Church (map)

ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.  PLEASE COME TO ST. PAUL TO REGISTER.

Tentative Schedule is as follows:
3:30 p.m.      Registration Opens

4:00 p.m.      Pre-Assembly Conversations: Revised Directory for Worship

Our March Pre-Assembly forum will build on January's presentation of the Directory of Worship revisions by providing an opportunity to discuss and reflect upon the proposed revisions to the Directory of Worship.  Using group discussions, we will engage the theological and thematic shifts from the current directory to the revised directory, implications for church polity, and impacts upon weekly and seasonal worship. This interactive forum will be led by Teaching Elder Justin Spurlock.

5:00 p.m.    Fellowship and dinner

Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. Cost is only $8 cash or check at the church.

6:00 p.m.    Presbytery Assembly Convenes

Worship will be led by Rev. Joel Adams of Northwest Denver Missional (New Worshiping Community)

Next Ministers’ Communion  

We are experiencing many changes in congregational relationships, presbytery life, national actions and global interactions.   But we remain unchanged in our awareness that God is present in, with, through and among us all.  That presence, of course, is an active presence, bringing into being a new creation and connecting us in networks of grace, justice, hope and peace through Christ’s love.  Already we have a connection as ministers (and educators, commissioned ruling elders, candidates and inquirers, too!) in this Presbytery.  And on Thursday, March 9 at 11:30 a.m., I invite you all to celebrate that connection and claim Christ’s presence with us in a time of Worship and Sacrament at First Lakewood Church. Following the service we will go to a near-by restaurant, selected by host pastor Christine Beitzel, for lunch and fellowship together.  Please plan to join together.  We ask your RSVP by March 7.  

What is Mental Health First Aid?

Back by Popular Demand!

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a groundbreaking, internationally recognized evidence-based training program committed to empowering individuals to identify, understand and respond to those in mental health and substance abuse crises.  MHFA encompasses a core program tailored for adults called Adult Mental Health First Aid. This is an interactive 8-hour course.

SCHEDULE:
7:45 a.m. Registration, check in
8:00 a.m. SHARP-Class begins
1/2 hour for lunch, TBD
5:00 p.m. Class ends
WHERE: The Presbytery of Denver (map)
WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2017

For printable flyer, click here.

Presbyterian Church (USA) Co-Moderators,  Rev. T. Denise Anderson and Rev. Jan Edmiston, have invited the denomination to read  Debby Irving’s Waking up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race and to engage in conversations about the often difficult topic of race and ethnicity.  In our Presbytery we are responding to this invitation and also are seeking to build a community of open communication, mutual understanding and courageous disciples.  

Rev. Ann Christensen, will lead two separate book discussions around fellowship meals (please bring an ethnic dish to share).  The first discussion has already taken place, the next opportunity is on Saturday, February 11, 2017, beginning at noon.  Please save one of these dates and plan to attend what promises to be thought provoking dialogue! 
 
Books are available at The Thoughtful Christian. 

Click here for printable flyer to share with your congregation.

Sponsored by: Racial Ethnic Diversity and Leadership Work Groups.  

Give thanks for

Presbytery Stated Clerk, Cathy Ulrich

and

Presbytery Treasurer, Joann Goss

~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Offer words of gratitude as

Cathy departs for her new ministry

and

Joann concludes her service.

WHERE: The Presbytery Center

1710 S. Grant St. Denver, CO 80210 (map)

WHEN: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m

Light refreshments will be served; therefore, please RSVP by Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Come together for an informal reception.

A brief program will begin at 5:00 p.m.

CAPITOL HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1100 Fillmore St, Denver, CO 80206 (map)
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2017

Limited parking available; please carpool.
On-line, pre-registration is now closed.  Please come to the meeting and sign in.

Tentative Agenda:
2:30 p.m. Registration Begins
3:00 p.m. Pre-Assembly - Directory of Worship Overture conversation with Tom Trinidad
5:00 p.m. Dinner, click here for menu, $8 per person (please pre-register above)
6:00 p.m. Presbytery Assembly Convenes
 

Join us on Wednesday, December 21st for a mini lunchtime clergy workshop with Dee Cooper at the Presbytery of Denver Center, beginning at Noon (12:00 p.m.).

~Play and Living in Essence~

Play is essential in all mammals as it helps us create social bonds, community, and discernment to friend or foe.  Right before Christmas, when we start taking ourselves too seriously, this will be a gift for you, to explore how to use play as a way to connect with others.  We will explore persona play, projection, play, and have a great time.

The Presbytery of Denver

invites you to the Installation Service of:

Rev. Kim Graber

as pastor of St. Paul Presbyterian Church

Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.
St. Paul Presbyterian Church
18901 E Hampden Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 (map)

A Gathering for Advent

The Unmistakable Aroma and Tantalizing Taste of Barbecue
A Story of Americans and Food They Love  

What do they have in common? 
You can find out at The Advent Luncheon

You and a guest are invited to a gathering of celebration, friendship and joy in this Advent Season for all Ministers, Certified Christian Educators, Commissioned Ruling Elders, Candidates and Inquirers and their guests. It will be a time for great barbecue from Jim ‘N Nick’s, including pulled pork, beef brisket, and pecan pie. It will offer a way to hear the story of African Americans, their food and their gifts, from Adrian Miller, award-winning author of Soul Food:  The Surprising Story of an American Cuisine, One Plate at a Time and the Executive Director of the Colorado Council Churches. 

WHEN: Thursday, December 8, 2016
Gather at 11:30 a.m. at the Presbytery of Denver Center
Lunch served at 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $18 per person, by check

RESERVATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.  Please come to our next event.

Please RSVP by Thursday, December 1st.

Mail check to:
Denver Presbytery
1710 S. Grant St.
Denver, CO 80210

The Presbytery of Denver

Invites you to the Service of Installation of:

Rev. Bill Davis

as pastor of Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church

Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., reception to follow
Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church (map)
10785 Melody Dr
Northglenn, CO 80234

Lessons & Carols
An Ecumenical Celebration of the Advent Season

First United Presbyterian Church in Loveland is hosting a Lessons & Carols on Friday, December 2, 2016 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

First United Presbyterian Church
400 E. 4th St.
Loveland, CO (map)

The Presbytery of Denver

invites you to the service of installation of:

Jane Ritterson

as Associate Pastor of Care & Visitation at Columbine United Church on
Sunday, November 20, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Teaching Elders, come early and wear your clergy robe and red stole.

Columbine United Church (map)
6375 S Platte Canyon Rd.
Littleton, CO 80123

Offering for the Special Needs Fund will be taken during the service. The Special Needs Fund is for members of the Presbytery of Denver who need assistance during a life crisis.

A reception will follow.

Benefit Concert
for
Casa de Paz

Free Admission, All ages welcome
November 19, 2016 - 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
 
The concert will be held at Mountain View United Church, 10700 E. Evans Ave, Aurora, 80014 on Saturday, 19 November. A free pozole dinner provided by Volleyball Internacional will start at 5:30 PM.  The concert by local group Harmonía starts at 6:00 to 8:00 PM followed by light refreshments from 8:00 - 8:30 PM.   

To learn more about the Casa de Paz, click here.  

For complete information and printable flyer, click here.

Join us Wednesday, November 16th at 12:00 p.m. at the Presbytery Center and bring your lunch.

Sexuality and the Pastorate

Let's be honest, we are told what not to do but no one supports clergy in what it means to have a healthy sex life.  Its not a switch that we can turn on and off and yet knowing the rules what to do? Join us for a panel and honest discussion about what does it mean to be a pastor and a sexual human being?  We know about no fly zones; but no one really explained about what to do with our feelings when they arise.  We will explore taking healthy responsibility for our feelings. This is going to be an authentic conversation among ministers.

Please join us for our October Presbytery Assembly Meeting at Green Mountain Presbyterian Church in Lakewood.

Schedule:
2:30 p.m. Registration Begins
3:00 p.m. Pre-Assembly Intro to Mental Health First Aid
5:00 p.m. Dinner and fellowship
      Tickets will be available for $8 (turkey/meatloaf, sides and dessert)
5:50 p.m. Speak Out
6:00 p.m. Presbytery Assembly and Worship

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE, deadline was Friday, October 21st.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

When registering, please let us know about any dietary needs.

Why Pre-Register?

Pre-Registration, on-line is not required, but helpful.  The Stated Clerk of the Presbytery of Denver keeps the rolls and records of attendance of the Assembly meetings.  This information is necessary to help calculate the balance of Teaching Elders and Ruling Elders participating in meetings of the presbytery, and is reported to you in the statistical report. Please be sure to check the minutes for your attendance at meetings and let us know if you have questions.

Pre-Registering also helps us get a head count for dinner. The hosting church prepares and makes arrangements for the meal we share together. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us with the planning process for Assembly meetings.

PLEASE COME EVEN IF YOU DON'T PRE-REGISTER. You will be asked to fill out a short form at the registration table with your name, email, church and status. Pre-Registering on-line helps to eliminate this step, allows us to create a name tag, aids in accurate information for our records and helps to have enough food for the meal. Pre-registration, on-line is appreciated.     ~ Thank you! ~

Pre-Assembly Workshop

Introduction to Mental Health First Aid Certification Course.

WHERE: Green Mountain Presbyterian Church at Pre-Assembly (map), 12900 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228. 
WHEN: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.
FREE!

The Presbytery of Denver will host an MHFA training session on Thursday, November 17th, this is an introduction to that course. It is free of charge and open to individuals and congregational teams.

Learn about certifying, to become a compassionate first responder through Mental Health First Aid. This session will help you identify if you want to increase your mental health literacy and skills.

• You will be given sample experiences of the day-long training.
• Get tips about how to form a team from your congregation to certify together.
• Very lively discussion - you will leave motivated to move ahead in your thinking about mental health as it relates to your congregation, your committees and ministerial groups, your community and perhaps even, your family.

All welcome!

Emotions Friend or Foe? Do they inform us or distract us, do we control them or express them…We will explore emotional intelligence/emotional literacy. Expressing our emotions can be the pathway to health and connection to ourselves and our parishioners. Notice this picture from inside out.  Are there emotions that you are more comfortable with than others? Are some more easy for you to express? Join us as we explore emotions…

Presbytery Office from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ~ bring your lunch

For more information, please contact Dee Cooper, Pastoral Care Team

We will meet every third Wednesday of the month: 
November 16th
December 21st

FALL GATHERING

Presbyterian Women of Denver
Presents: 
Dramatist Bonnie DeLong in
“The Samaritan Woman”

When: Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 9:30 a.m., ending at 2 p.m. 
Where: Peoples Presbyterian Church, 2780 York Street, Denver (map) 
Cost: $10, includes lunch and the program. Payable at the door.

Hear the testimony of a woman, a Samaritan whose life was forever changed by a Jewish man. A victim of prejudice and discrimination, she became a witness to an entire community, sharing the hope Jesus offered.

RSVP by Wed., October 5th to Vicki Terry at 720-273-6870.

Click here for printable flyer.

Grant Street Building Task Force Conversation

The Grant Street Task Force which is exploring future use of the Presbytery property will hold a dialogue about its proposals on September 29th at 2:00 p.m. Katie Robb Davis, associate pastor at Wellshire Church and Cody Sandahl, pastor at First Presbyterian in Littleton, will convene and facilitate the discussion at St. Andrew Church, 3096 S. Sheridan Blvd. Denver, CO 80227 (map). 

Please let us know to expect you by RSVP below.