Guatemala Collection Effort
July 20, 2010
In a few weeks, a small team from New Denver Church will be traveling down to Guatemala. We’ll be working with Healing Waters International to learn about the culture and needs in the rural Mayan highlands of Guatemala and initiate relationships with possible church partners there. The long-term goal is to establish an ongoing partnership with a “sister church” in Guatemala whereby we help them with some of their needs (like clean water) and in turn learn from them what it means to worship God and be part of his mission in the world from the aspect of another culture. You can learn more about our global vision here. You can play a vital role in this trip – here’s how:
One of the villages we’ll be visiting is Panimanche – a small, rural indigenous Mayan village. Three years ago, a church was planted in Panimanche that has been trying to bring restoration to all the people that live there (kind of like NDC in Denver!) Poverty is rampant there and about 3 months ago Tropical Storm Agatha entirely destroyed the village. In light of that, we’d like to bless them by bringing down some much needed clothing (most people’s homes and all their possessions were destroyed.) So, over the next two weeks, we’re collecting clothes for the children of Panimanche (see picture of them above). You can help by bringing clothes to church on July 25 or August 1. The team leaves on August 14 and will deliver these clothes to the church and village while we’re there. Specifically, we’re looking for the following items for children (any age):
- Shoes
- Pants
- Shirts
- Lightweight rain jackets
The clothes can be used, but should be in good condition. So, you can either donate clothes your children no longer wear (but are still in good condition), or buy some clothes at a thrift store or Wal-Mart. If you are unable to donate clothes or live outside Denver, you can still participate in our efforts by giving financially. Go to our “Giving” page for instructions on how to give to New Denver.
This is one of the most tangible expressions of our faith:
“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’
“Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ ~Matthew 25: 34-40 (TNIV)
In the Beginning
July 6, 2010
Is it possible to believe in the claims of both science and faith? What about creation and evolution? Aren’t they incompatible? How do we make sense of Genesis if the scientists are telling us it can’t be true? Join us July 18, 25, and August 1 for a three-part series entitled In the Beginning.
Picnic in Wash Park Update!
June 25, 2010
We’ve changed the time for our picnic this Saturday in order to first get together to cheer on Team USA as they take on Ghana in the second round of the World Cup. We’ll meet upstairs in the Loft (our UpStreet space on Sundays) at the church (700 Bonnie Brae Blvd) at 12:00pm to watch the game. Then immediately following the game at 3:00pm we’ll head over to Wash Park for our picnic.
The picnic will be in Washington Park near picnic area 3, south of the main field (click here to see a map of the park). Look for the NDC sign and don’t forget to invite a friend! For questions call 303.656.9089 or email info@newdenver.org. This event is open to friends and family of New Denver Church. NDC will supply the grills for cooking, water, lemonade and some activities while we enjoy some fun in the Colorado sun.
Follow the Leader
June 16, 2010
We all want to be part of changing something about our world. Maybe you’re passionate about finding a cure for cancer, or protecting our environment, or maybe it’s closer to home, like improving the quality of your kids’ school or your neighborhood park. So how do you start a movement that changes the world in some positive way? Certainly it takes a great leader. But the people that show up to follow make all the difference.
In this series we’ll explore the most transformative movement in human history. How did an obscure carpenter from the Middle East launch a movement that is still going 2000 years later? Who were the critical first followers, and what can we learn from them about how to change the world? Join us June 20th, June 27th, and July 4th for our new series Follow the Leader.
Picnic in Wash Park, Saturday June 26th
June 4, 2010
Kick off the summer right with a cookout in Wash Park on Saturday, June 26th at 1:00pm! Please bring your own food and anything else you’d like to enjoy the day – chairs, blankets, games, coolers, etc. The picnic will be in Washington Park near picnic area 3, south of the main field next to the playground (Cross street reference: East side of Wash Park – enter at the intersection of E. Tennessee and S Franklin Street, West side of Wash Park – enter the park at E. Tennessee and South Downing), where we had the Easter egg hunt for those of you who were there. Click here to see a map of the park. Look for the NDC sign and don’t forget to invite a friend! For questions call 303.656.9089 or email info@newdenver.org. This event is open to friends and family of New Denver Church. NDC will supply the grills for cooking, water, lemonade and some activities while we enjoy some fun in the Colorado sun.
In the Darkroom
May 10, 2010
From time to time, life throws you a curve ball. The conversation you didn’t want to have. The news you didn’t want to hear. The phone call you didn’t want to receive. And when that happens, if feels like we’ve been locked in a darkroom with no answers to your questions. If God really loves us, why would he let this happen? Why doesn’t he answer our prayers? How will this ever turn out in any good way? Join us May 16, May 23, and May 30 for a new three-part series as we look at the story of Job and explore how to face a season of life in the darkroom.
Denver 2010, the UNconference
May 5, 2010
What is Denver 2010?
In partnership with the Ecclesia Network of churches, New Denver will be a hosting a gathering of leaders to think imaginatively about the future of the church with others in an open-source gift economy way. The next BIG idea is about giving time to interact about innovative ways to partner with God in the renewal of all things. UNconference is about freely sharing creative ideas with one another without putting anyone on a pedestal. It is more participant oriented than personality driven. You will hear from practitioners who are on the front lines. There is also no cost, because people are sharing their gifts and knowledge freely.
Picnic in Wash Park – POSTPONED!!
May 5, 2010
The picnic in Wash Park scheduled for May 15th has been postponed due to weather! Check back for more details.
Kick off the summer right with a cookout in Wash Park on Saturday, May 15thPlease bring your own food and anything else you’d like to enjoy the day – chairs, blankets, games, coolers, etc. The picnic will be in Washington Park near picnic area 3, south of the main field (where we had the Easter egg hunt for those of you who were there). Look for the NDC sign and don’t forget to invite a friend! For questions call 303.656.9089 or email info@newdenver.org. from 12pm – 2 pm. This event is open to friends and family of New Denver Church. NDC will supply the grills for cooking, water, lemonade and some activities while we enjoy some fun in the Colorado sun.
The Good Life is Found in the Good News
May 3, 2010
Last night we wrapped up our three-part series entitled The Good Life. If you missed last night you can listen to it over on our messages page, but the assignment Stephen gave us at the end of the evening was to spend some time this week reading about the kingdom that Jesus taught about in Matthew 5-7 to discover more about this good life he offered us. As you read these three chapters of scripture ask God to show you what it would look like for God’s will to be done in your life and how you can participate in this kingdom into which Jesus has invited us to live.
Summer School, Now Open for Registration
April 29, 2010
At New Denver Church, we’re committed to growing together through small groups. But during the summer, our groups take a couple months off so that we can come together for Summer School. Summer School is our program of short-term classes that are designed to focus on one aspect of growing in our understanding and practice of the Christian life. Courses will begin on Wednesday, June 2nd and meet every Wednesday through June and July. We’ll provide dinner and child care so all you have to do is buy the materials! This summer we’re offering two classes – the Crown Financial Study and a study called 8 Crucial Questions. For more details, information on cost, or to register please go to the Summer School page on our website.
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