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CTK Vision Statement:
We believe that God is
calling Christ the King to
create a spiritual home
where
We center ourselves
in God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
We build connections among our members
and our neighbors,
and
We join with our
neighbors in caring
for our community
and God’s world.
October 2015
The Canticle Christ the King Episcopal Church, 6490 Carr Street, Arvada, CO 80004
In this Issue
Clergy Letter 2
Worship & Music 3
Faith Formation 3
Hospitality 4
Caring Connections 4
Core Communities 5
Beyond Our Walls 6
Parish Life 7
Readings 7
Calendar 8
Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 3, 3:00 p.m.
In honor of St. Francis, Christ the King will host a brief
service of blessing for animals. Weather permitting, we
will gather outside to greet and celebrate these very spe-
cial lives. A reception will follow with treats for both
two-legged and four-legged creatures.
Vestry Coffee and Conversation
Sunday, October 4, 8:45 and 11:00 a.m.
The Vestry initiated regular Coffee and Conversations about 18 months ago, as a
way to enhance communication with the congregation. After several months off
for the summer, there are a number of topics for us to catch up on—and some new
items to consider. We look forward to seeing you.
Welcome to Meals on Wheels and Brownie Troop #1670
Part of our service to the community is offering the use of our building to outside
groups that provide a particular service. We are pleased to announce that two new
groups have requested to use our space; fortunately, we have that space available.
On Wednesday, September 16, Brownie Troop #1670 held its first meeting here,
and they will meet twice a month on Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Beginning October 1, the Meals on Wheels program will be serving about 70 resi-
dents in our area for the next three months while the Arvada United Methodist
Church, their usual “home,” undergoes some renovations. Meals on Wheels vol-
unteers will be here at Christ the King from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., Monday through
Friday.
Healing Service
Sunday, October 18
The practice of anointing with oil is an ancient rite of the church, dating back to
the earliest apostles. For many years, Christ the King had a team of people who
prayed for healing, both during special healing services and following the service
on Sundays.
Tradition has it St. Luke was a physician, and October 18 is the Feast Day of St.
Luke. This year, we will offer the laying on of hands and anointing as part of our
services on October 18. If you have interest in being a part of a healing ministry,
please contact Rev. Becky (303-424-5288; [email protected].)
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Clergy
The Rev. Rebecca Brown
Rector
303-424-1072
Staff
Mary Weekley
Office Manager
303-424-5288
Edie Ferris
Financial Secretary
303-424-5288 [email protected]
Chris Linden
Family Ministry Coordinator
faithformation
@ctkarvada.org
303-424-5288
Andi Smith
Music Director
303-430-0611
Michelle Bredine
Sr. Warden
303-424-9093
Christopher Yaney Jr. Warden
303-457-4532
Cathie Craig, Prayer Chain
Michelle Bredine,
Canticle Editor
Deadline:
Please submit articles by
the 15th of the prior
month.
Worship Services
Sundays,
7:45 and 9:45 a.m.
“Growing into Christ”
Stewardship Program for 2016
This year, the Vestry will be overseeing the Stewardship program. At their retreat in Sep-
tember, after reflecting on what it means to be a healthy church, this particular passage
from Ephesians seemed to summarize much of what was said:
“But speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him
who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knit to-
gether by every ligament with which it is equipped, as each part is working prop-
erly, promotes the body’s growth in building itself up in love.”
Ephesians 4:15-16
It was from this text that we chose our theme: “Growing into Christ.”
Much of our program will be familiar from years past. We are inviting speakers to share
their experiences of how Christ the King has helped them to grow into Christ. We invite
and encourage you to reflect on your own experiences as well as you prayerfully consider
your support for our congregation in 2016. Pledge cards may be completed and turned in
at any time, but we do ask that you turn in your pledge by Sunday, November 8. Each
week, we will announce the total number and amount of the commitments made. Thank
you for your continuing support for the ministry of Christ the King.
Clergy Letter Dear People of God,
As I write this column tonight, the Worshiping Voices Choir is rehearsing and I can hear
the music as it carries down the hallway. And it occurs to me that I have missed these
sounds over the past several months.
As we resume our “regular” schedule in September, including choir rehearsals and church
school and occasional evening prayer services, I can sense the change in the energy
among us. It’s great to have the choir singing again on Sundays, but the change is broader
and deeper than just Sunday mornings. As so many reconnect with our faith community
after the summer, there are a lot of other changes that begin to happen as well.
But while part of our life is beginning again, other parts are ending. First and foremost, of
course, Edie Ferris will be retiring at the end of November. Edie has served as Church
Secretary, Parish Administrator, and Financial Secretary during her 45 year tenure, and
has seen the church grow and change a lot during this time. While this ending has been
on the horizon for some time, it is still a surprise that it is happening now.
Fortunately, Edie is able to offer us significant help during this time of transition. Since
July, Amy McClure has been helping Bob DeLong keep up with the day-to-day transac-
tions in our office; this month, Amy and Edie have already begun working together to
document the procedures and processes that have kept the financial part of our community
operating so smoothly. Even so, I’m sure we’ll be calling her to answer questions long
after her official retirement date. We will all have an opportunity to thank Edie for her
service on Sunday, November 22, when we celebrate Christ the King Day.
Along with Edie’s departure, Paul Ferris will be “retiring” as well. Paul has provided
Christ the King with IT services for many years, helping us to keep our network and com-
puter systems up and running. Paul will also be assisting us as we bring in a new person
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Worship and Music
to help us maintain and improve this critical tool for our office staff and parish communications. We thank Paul for all of
his time and efforts on our behalf.
We also are welcoming two new community groups this month who have asked to use our space. On the first, third, and
fifth Wednesdays, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Brownie Troop #1670 will be meeting here, bringing their youthful energy and
enthusiasm into Kempsell Hall. Until Cub Scout Pack #167 disbanded last year, CTK had hosted Girl Scout and Boy
Scout troops for most of its history, and it’s great to resume this part of our outreach ministry.
Beginning the October 1, Christ the King will be the temporary home of the Arvada Meals on Wheels distribution site.
While Arvada United Methodist Church undergoes some renovations, the volunteers from Meals on Wheels will be here
from 9:00 – 11:00 each weekday morning, packing and distributing meals to 70 members of the Arvada community.
I have always sensed something very promising about this time of year, and I hope you will be with us as we discover how
the Spirit is at work among us.
In God’s peace,
Becky+
Special Services
October 4 – St. Francis Day/Family Worship
October 14 – 7:45 pm – Holden Evening Prayer
October 18 – St. Luke’s Day/Healing Service
October 28 – 6:45 pm – Night Prayers
Worship Team
The Worship Team will be meeting on Wednesday, October 21, at 7:00 p.m. We will be planning for All Saints Day and
Advent; all are welcome to attend.
Sunday Program for Children
Children’s Church School will meet at 9:30 am on October 11, 18, and 25. Children ages 4 –6 are invited to the Godly
Play room, and we are introducing a new curriculum to our students in grades 2 through 5. We hope your child will come
join us!
Adult Study Groups
Daughters of the King
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 p.m.
The Esther Macarina Chapter of the Daughters of the King, a national Episcopal women’s group, meets each month. For
more information about “the Daughters,” please contact Kay Seiler, President ([email protected]; 303-460-9234).
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
The next Men's breakfast and Bible Study is on Thursday, October 8th, from 6:30 am until 8:00 am. The
month we will discuss Mark 10: 32-52; Jesus predicts his death and James and John make a bold request
All are welcome to come join us!. Bring a friend!
The Way
Join us for a time of fellowship, study and prayer on Wednesday, October 14th from 6 pm to 8 pm. We’ll start with a meal
and conclude with Holden Evening Prayer.
Sunday Morning Coffee Hour
We are looking for people to host coffee hour on Sunday mornings during October. You can sign up on the board next to
the kitchen.
The Lunch Bunch
Thursday, October 8th, 11:15 a.m. at the Old Neighborhood Restaurant. Pat and Mike Barker will be the hosts this month.
Please contact Mary Bishop at 303–456-7442 or Peggy Broderick at 303-954-0243 by Tuesday evening prior to the lunch to
make your reservation.
Christmas Tea Set for December 12
Christ the King will host a Christmas Tea fundraiser on December 12. Details are still being finalized, but teacups and
small salad/dessert plates are needed for the tea. If you have either that you are willing to let us borrow or would like to do-
nate, please contact Kama Linscome, Diane Mickelson, or Lori Molello .
Neighborhood Dinner – October 28th
October’s Neighborhood Dinner is October 28th at 5:30 p.m. We will be preparing a taco bar for our neighbors; check the
signup sheet in the narthex to see how you can help.
Open Plate Offering for October
Turkey Shoot
CTK’s October Open Offering will be directed toward our November Outreach project, our annual Turkey Shoot. We have
promised the chaplain of the Jefferson County Jail that we will provide 50 turkey dinner boxes for families of jail inmates,
as we do each year. We may also provide a few for families at Peck Elementary. By collecting the money a month ahead
(instead of waiting for the November Open Offering, as we used to do), we have more time to shop the specials as they be-
come available in grocery stores. We will be packing up turkey dinner boxes on Saturday, Nov. 21, and the Outreach Team
is delighted if you can provide a frozen turkey and/or the other items for a Thanksgiving Dinner, but for those who find it
difficult to shop, we will do the purchasing with the money raised in the October Open Offering. When the announcement
about the Thanksgiving Dinner needs appears in the Sunday bulletin in mid-October, the Outreach Team would very much
appreciate knowing who intends to bring food on Nov 21, so we can efficiently plan how much we need to buy. Thank you
so much for whatever way you plan to support this Thanksgiving project!
St. Clare’s Table – Tuesday, October, 5:30—6:30 p.m.
Each month, the Church of Christ the King prepares and serves dinner for about 100 people. If you would like to help cook,
serve, or clean up, please contact Mark Molello ([email protected]; 720-284-7563).
Stephen’s Ministry
Because you may know of a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or relative who is going through a difficult time and could benefit
from the focused care, encouragement, and support of a Stephen Minister. If you know of someone who is hurting, talk with
one of our Stephen Leaders: Chelli McGaughey, Audrey Blair, or Lou Blair. They can talk with you about how we can con-
nect the person you know with one of our Stephen Ministers. It's a great way for you to show how much you care!
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Cathy Donahoe Update
Dear Partners in Mission,
My church is called Church of the Holy Cross and September 14th is our
feast day. The local Episcopal school celebrated their 95th anniversary
that day! The celebration began with a standing room only Eucharist for
students, teachers, parents, alumni and church members, incorporating
the students throughout the service. The talent of a young saxophonist
and several percussionists joined with our regular keyboardist. Certainly
God’s blessings on this school over the years warrant heartfelt thanksgiv-
ing by all affected!
The Episcopal Church here has a strong interest in education, running
almost 30 schools around the country. This has made up for some of the
deficits in the public schools over the years, but recently the government
has started focusing more on education. New schools have cropped up all
over the country accompanied by a significant increase in teachers being hired. Families are also subsidized monthly for
some normal family expenses, by enrolling their children in the public school. Although I see these changes overall as
very positive for the country, for private schools it is a huge challenge. For this school to continue to function in the for-
mation of the children of Santa Fe, changes are necessary. Please pray for God’s guidance for the administration of this
very special school as they discern how best to face these challenges! I give thanks to God for your support which has
been helping 4 students through scholarships over the years.
In Christ,
Cathy
Cathy Donahoe is a missionary with SAMS, the Society of Anglican Missionaries and Senders, She is serving in the Do-
minican Republic as a physical therapist in San Pedro de Macoris and Santo Domingo. E-mail: [email protected].
Snail mail: Apartado 587, San Pedro de Macoris 21000, Dominican Republic.
September Vestry Highlights
Reports received:
Bob DeLong reported that income for August was better than anticipated and overall year-to-date is also better than
budgeted. Revenue is up because parishioners are keeping up with their pledges and giving more.
Kama Linscome reported that she, Diane Mickelson, and Lori Molello will host a “Christmas Tea” fundraiser on Sat-
urday, December 12. Kama is currently making cozies for the teapots she has been collecting for the tea.
Actions taken:
Approved a grant application to the Front Range Region for funding for The Way. Money will be used for dinners.
Becky will submit the paperwork by October 13.
Approved the snow removal contract with Creative Landscape Artists for the 2015-2016 winter season. Rates have
gone up.
Boy Scout Pack 167 has asked if Christ the King would like their old materials or if they should clean them out. Sean
McGaughey has agreed to look through the items and email the vestry with an inventory.
Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 20th, 7:00 p.m.
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Please remember to reload and use your King Soopers and/or Safeway Gift
Card every time you grocery shop or buy gas. We receive 4 to 5% of your pur-
chase as a donation to Christ the King, every time you use your card. The money from these two pro-
grams is vital to our operating budget and it is a really easy way to help support our church. If you
Property (Fixers and Tenders)
Fixers and Tenders will meet Saturday, October 17thth at 8:30 am.
Treasurer’s Report to Vestry
August 2015
Year-to-Date Revenue (August 2015): $182,703.85
Year-to-Date Expenses (August 2015): $181,847.86
Year-to-Date Net Income (August 2015): $286.03
August Revenue: $22,117.58
August Expenses: $22,229.08
August Net Income: ($111.50)
Colorado Diocesan Convention
The 128th Annual Colorado Diocesan Convention will be held October 1st-3rd at the Hotel Elegante in Colorado Springs.
This year’s attendees from Christ the King are Rev. Becky Brown, Michelle Bredine, Bob DeLong, and Sean
McGaughey. The theme this year is “Proclaiming the Kingdom.” We ask for your prayers for all convention attendees
for safe travel and that they may gain new tools to proclaim the kingdom in each of their parishes.
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Thank You’s
Christ the King Church has once again provided many
school supplies for our students and teachers. Each
year, their congregation comes together to donate sup-
plies and money to Peck Elementary. Everything we
receive is used for our students. We are very grateful
for their continuous generosity and support of our
school.
Thank you to all that have worked sprucing up the
church grounds. The tree trimming, flowers, and
mulch makes a huge improvement. Several
people have commented on how nice it is looking.
Readings for October 2015
October 4 – Feast of St Francis
Genesis 1:20-25 Galatians 6:14-18
Psalm 148:7-14 Matthew 11:25-30
October 11 – Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 Hebrews 4:12-16
Psalm 90:12-17 Mark 10:17-31
October 18 – Feast of St. Luke
Sirach 38:1-4, 6-10, 12-14 Hebrews 5:1-10
Psalm 147:1-7 Luke 4:14-21
October 25 – Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Jeremiah 31:7-9 Hebrews 7:23-28
Psalm 126 Mark 10:46-52
October Anniversaries
Dave & Jeri Burry Oct 11
Don & Shirley Brickley Oct 12
Mike & Sue Paugh Oct 18
Mike & Pat Barker Oct 24
October Birthdays
Heather Hobbs Oct 1
Phil Pilgrim Oct 2
Maxine Wendt Oct 2
Martha Jones Oct 6
Mark Molello Oct 6
Joe Smith Oct 7
Phyllis Nay Oct 8
Nicholas Jones Oct 11
Amy McClure Oct 12
Joe McMaster Oct 12
Ranney Willis Oct 12
Byron Giezentanner Oct 16
Dave Murray Oct 17
Rick Fendel Oct 18
Timothy Matter Oct 18
Allison Almquist Oct 21
Jean Thayer Oct 21
Brett Hobbs Oct 23
Barbara Kendall Oct 23
Laura Thompson Oct 30
Lori Molello Oct 31
October 2015
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 4:00pm Violin 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm CoDA 7:00pm Diocesan Convention
2 6:30am Morning Prayer 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 2:00, 3:30, & 4:30pm Violin Lessons Diocesan Convention
3 Diocesan Convention ends at noon 3:00 Blessing of the Pets
4 7:45 & Holy Eucharist 9:45am Family Worship 11:00am Vestry Coffee & Conversa-tion
5 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
6:00pm Stephen Ministry 7:00pm Handbell Choir
6 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 10:00am Staff Mtg 7:00pm DOK
7 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
3-5pm Brownies 5:30pm Violin Lessons 7:30pm AA Mtg
8 6:30am Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 11:15am Lunch Bunch 4:00pm Violin 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Worshiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA
9 6:30am Morning Prayer 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
2:00, 3:30, & 4:30pm Violin Lessons
10 7:00pm CO Lighthouse Society
11 7:45 & 9:45am Holy Eucharist 9:30am
Church
School
12 Columbus Day 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
7:00pm Handbell Choir
13 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
10:00am Staff Mtg 5:30pm St Clare’s Table 7:00pm Finance
14 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
5:30pm Violin 6:00-8:00pm The Way 7:30pm AA Mtg 7:45pm Holden Eve-ning Prayer
15 Canticle deadline 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 4:00pm Violin 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Worshiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA
16 6:30am Morning Prayer
9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
2:00, 3:30, & 4:30pm Violin Lessons
17 8:30am Fixers & Tenders
18 7:45 & 9:45am Holy Eucharist 9:30am Church School
19 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
6:00pm Stephen Ministry
7:00pm Handbell Choir
20 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
10:00am Staff Mtg 7:00pm Vestry
21 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 3-5pm Brownies 5:30pm Violin 7:00pm Worship Team Meeting 7:30pm AA Mtg
22 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 4:00pm Violin 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Wor-shiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA
23 6:30am Morning Prayer 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
2:00, 3:30, & 4:30pm Violin Lessons
24
25 7:45 & 9:45am Holy Eucharist 9:30am Church School
26 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
7:00pm Handbell Choir
27 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
10:00am Staff Mtg
28 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
5:30pm Violin
5:30pm Neighborhood Dinner 6:45pm Night Prayers 7:30pm AA Mtg
29 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels 4:00pm Violin 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Worshiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA
30
6:30 am Morning Prayer 9:00am Meals-on-Wheels
2:00, 3:30, & 4:30pm Violin Lessons
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