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Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Ash Wednesday Worship: February 26, 6:30 p .m. in the Kirk Community Room
Join us on Ash Wednesday as we welcome our sister
churches (6th Ave. UCC, Wash Park UCC and others) and
together move into the season of Lent. We will sing
together, prepare our spirits for the journey of Lent and
as we face the wilderness of Lent we will be reminded
that we do not go alone.
Kirk's Got Talent: March 21, 4-6 p.m.
Did you know within our church there is a Ken Ken
champion, a cellist, amazing joke tellers, an Olympic
hopeful and someone who will be singing on Broadway
in the coming months? And that doesn't begin to cover
it! Come and join us on Saturday, March 21 for our first
annual Kirk's Got Talent where all of our talents will be
on display as a fundraiser to help the Kirk children and
youth attend summer camp. Talents of all kinds and all
ages are welcome to participate! Our summer camp
kiddos will be selling tickets for this fun event
beginning this month. Cost is $10 per person with
100% of ticket sales helping our Kirk kids go to church
camp! Invite friends and family for what is sure to be a
night to remember! A sign-up is available at the back
of the Sanctuary.
Blood Drive: February 23, 9-1 p.m.
Thank you to everyone who has made a regular
commitment to our Kirk Blood Drives! Mark your
calendars (or schedule now) for our next blood drive,
February 23 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. To schedule an
appointment contact Vitalant (formerly Bonfils) at
303.363.2300 or visit donors.bonfils.org and use site
code B110
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Worship: Expectation and Manifestation
In the month of February we will continue to look at the ways in which we “manifest the gifts of the spirit for
the common good” as named in I Corinthians 12. We will look at individual gifts, some that can easily
recognize and some that seem beyond what we know or understand within the church. Come, find your gift
and ways to share it!
Wedding Shower
Join us on March 1 after worship as we celebrate the upcoming
wedding of Eva Gebel and Rich Rowlands! We as a community will
gather around them to prayerfully and thoughtfully help them
prepare for their marriage. Please bring a new kitchen utensil for the
couple to bring to their new home and a small potluck item.
Wedding Invitation
The wedding of Eva Gebel and Richard Rowlands will take place at
the Kirk on Saturday, May 2 at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow.
Everyone is invited. The couple is requesting RSVP’s no later than
March 30. RSVP’s and a registry can be found on their wedding
website here.
February 2: Manifesting Miracles
I Corinthians 12:4-10, John 2:1-11
February 9: Manifesting Discernment
I Corinthians 12:4-10, I Kings 3:9-10
February 16: Manifesting Prophecy
I Corinthians 12: 4-10, 2 Peter 1:12-21
February 23: Manifesting tongues and interpretation
I Corinthians 12:4-31
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Book Group
After worship around noon on February 16 we will gather in the Community Room over shared snacks and discuss our book: The Great Spiritual Migration by Brian McClaren. We will be discussing chapters 7 & 8. Whether you are reading with us or just want to join in on the conversation, all are welcome!
Theology on Tap
On February 16 we will gather at Brightmarten (730 South University)
from 4-6 p.m. to discuss the theology of division. As our United
Methodist siblings approach a denominational split, we will discuss
Christian Unity and division. Where is God calling us to unite and where
is God calling us to divide? Or is this all human action and not the hope
or call of God. Join us! Childcare is available at the Kirk.
Conversations With Scripture
Each Tuesday we gather in the music room from 2-3 p.m. to engage with our
holy text. In February we will continue studying the first book of the Bible:
Genesis. All are welcome to join us!
Faithful Adulting Movie Night
February 22 our faithful adulting group will gather at Rev.
Selena’s house for a potluck and movie night watching a doc-
umentary on water as part of our Green Justice Year of Wa-
ter. We will gather at 5 p.m. for dinner and will wrap up the
night by 8 p.m. Children are welcome. Please RSVP to Selena.
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Church Camp at La Foret!
The Rocky Mountain Conference UCC offers many opportunities in Outdoor Ministry every summer for
children through adults! Check out all that is happening this summer. And don’t let the prices scare you off –
the Kirk will help with up to ½ of the fee per camp.
Grandparent and Me: June 26-28
Open to grandparents and grandchildren ages 5 to 11 years old, Grandparent & Me camp is designed to
strengthen the special relationship between grandparents/grandparent surrogates and their grandchildren.
Pioneer Camp, July 5-11: Entering grades 2-4
At Pioneer Camp, campers will play, swim, hike, sing, eat, make crafts, hear stories, and make new friends in
the Black Forest at La Foret! Pioneer camp is designed with first-time and young campers in mind.
Explorer Camp, July 5-11: Entering grades 4-6
Explorer Camp provides youth entering grades 4-6 with an opportunity to be part of an incredible
community! Campers will explore the Bible, faith, nature, friendships, and their own beliefs. Activities will
include campfires, swimming, arts and crafts, outdoor games, free time, rope course, and worship.
Voyager Camp, July 5-11: Entering grades 6-8
At Voyager Camp, youth are invited to come with an open mind, a fun spirit, and a friendly attitude. We seek
to create a memorable week filled with laughter, music, ropes course, hugs, and friends. Youth will form
memories and friendships they'll hold dear for the rest of their lives!
MADD Camp, July 12-18: Entering grades 9-12
Our theory at Music, Art, Dance, and Drama (MADD) Camp is that we can get in touch with God through the
arts; however, all artistic skill-levels are present and welcome at MADD Camp. Along with engaging the youth
in intellectual faith conversations, we attempt to get them “out of their heads” and into experiencing the
transcendent through creativity, nature, friendships, self-discovery, games, activities, and LOTS of fun.
Summer Church Camp (already!?)
It is still very cold outside, but it is time to mark your calendars for
UCC Church Camps this summer July 5-11 for those entering
grades 2-8! Each year our number of campers has grown, last year
we sent eleven kids! We are committed to ensure every child who
wants to go is able to. This year kids interested in going to camp
will be participating in two fundraisers! First they will be hosting
our first annual Kirk’s Got Talent on March 21 as well as a
fundraiser in the spring.
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Day at the Legislature
Join us February 3rd 2020 for the Interfaith Alliance Day at the State Legislature. Connect with your elected
officials, make your voice heard on key issues, like our affordable housing crisis, and connect with the
incredible Interfaith community.
Your ticket includes a light breakfast, lunch, trainings + materials, and networking opportunities. Cost is $30.
The theme for the luncheon will be affordable housing. The luncheon's keynote address is an educational
panel: The Intersection of Affordable Housing, Homeless, and Housing Insecurity and faith.
We've invited speakers from across different faith and non-faith backgrounds including state legislators, and
both direct services and advocacy to discuss the future of affordable housing policy and advocacy.
RSVP TODAY
Monday, February 3rd 8:30am– 2:30pm
Colorado State Capitol (Old Supreme Court Chambers)
200 E Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80203
Lunch included in cost (Boxed lunch from Olive and Finch) This event is free for students or those who need
financial assistance. Contact Melanie via email at [email protected] for more information.
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Dear Kirk,
As I write this we are only a moment away from the most sacred weekend we have spent together since I
have been your pastor. Friday and Saturday we gathered, if not swarmed to support the Gebel family in their
grief. The building was buzzing with Kirk folks setting spaces and moving tables and preparing coffee and food
Friday and Saturday. We showed our love in hugs and food and organization and dishes and bulletin folding
and more food. We have offered words of comfort and allowed them to sit in the pain of David’s loss instead
of trying to ease our own suffering by offering platitudes.
And then Sunday we worshipped, and we held our annual meeting where we named changes and challenges
in the midst of growth and health. We elected a strong new Council who will lead with hope and courage and
compassion. Then we shared a beautiful meal together raising over $300 for Metro Caring. With eight soups
in our soup cook-off we laughed and talked and delighted in the presence of one another.
I am always trying to answer the question “Why church?” And somedays I have better answers than others
but I believe for a long time, maybe the rest of my life, this weekend will be my answer. Because we show up
for each other. Because we grieve and laugh together – sometimes at the same time. Because church teaches
us, reminds us, and won’t let us forget that we are not alone.
I am so grateful to each of you. I am so grateful for each of you. I invite you to look back over this weekend
and see how we as a church respond to the question, “why church?”
Blessings,
Selena
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
With hope for healing and strength we pray for…
Our planet and those impacted by climate change
All those impacted by gun violence
Those who are grieving
Barbara Fulp
Jackie, Carrie, Nolan, Eva, Rich, & our community as we grieve the loss
of David Gebel
Emily Hammond
Teri Heer, friend of Rebecca Heller
Connie Isaac’s cousin Carol on the death of her husband Dwight
Dorothy Shaffer
Matt Summeril
Kevin Ware
Jeff Young
Stewart and his family
Kate
*If you would like to have someone added to our prayer list, please contact the church office
FEBRUARY 02/03 Ellen Campos 02/04 Liam Marlowe 02/08 Justin Snyder 02/22 Harrison Hamilton 02/23 Nolan Herring 02/23 Kelly Perry 02/27 Emerson Sheehan
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Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Kirk of Bonnie Brae February Newsletter
303-777-0343. www.kirkofbonniebrae.org
Kirk of Bonnie Brae, UCC
1201 S. Steele Street
Denver, Colorado 80210
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The Kirk of Bonnie Brae is a progressive church rooted in Christianity and welcoming to spiritual
seekers from all backgrounds who are pursuing depth in relationship with God, Earth, and a
community through engaged faith and social justice.
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