Newsletter - November 1, 2009

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Denver First Church

keeping in touch

Table of Contents

1. IN Group Banquet

2. news update

i. important info

ii. kotchadoingood

iii. board perspective

iv. timely news for the

congregation

v.a final word...

3. calendar of events:

November 1 - 7

Denver First Church

3800 E. Hampden Avenue

Englewood, CO 80113

303/761-8370

www.DenverFirstChurch.com

DFC Ministerial Staff

Shawn SiegfreidLead Pastor

Stephen Abbott

Young Adult & Family Pastor

Rich Cantwell

Business Administrator

Bud Curry

Hospital Chaplain

Tina Hayhurst

Student Ministries Pastor

Scott Nauman

Pastor of Worship & Arts

Jerry Nelson

Minister of Instrumental Music

Randy Smith

Christian Education Pastor

Marvin Suyen

West Campus Pastor

DFC Church Board

John Bruneau

Bob Cheney

Curtis Clay

Glenn Domokos

Troy Edwards

Vini Giannatala

Bryant Jaggers

Judy Jones

Gregg Moran

Gene Rakes

Bud RoeKathy Tate

Jim Webb

Ron Williams

Bonnie York

November 1, 2009


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News Update

Important info...Dear Members and Friends of DFC,

In Ephesians 4:16 it says From Him the whole body, joined and held together by everysupporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. Theswords of Paul describe the Body of Christ at work; powerful reminders of what the Bodyof Christ should look and act like.

I have been here at DFC a little over two weeks and have been able to experience thiBody firsthand. The first thing I have observed is faithfulness! The people of DFC are veryfaithful and involved. When Paul says each part does its work it reminds me of what Ihave observed. I want to say thank you to all of the faithful people of DFC. We areworking together for the building of His Kingdom.

The second observation that I have made is the sense of family. The Body of Christ is afamily. And as we know, sometimes families have differences. The Bible does not hidethat there were times of differences and even divisions in the early church. It shouldntsurprise us that we would struggle with the same thing today. We are imperfect and attimes can have differences.

The key for me is that the family is held together by Him. If we will follow Him together wwill stay on the right track. Also it says we are built up in love. 1 Peter 4:8 says lovecovers a multitude of sins. If we will build each other up in love, the Body of Christcannot be defeated! This is my prayer so that the people of Denver cannot help but sewe are a community of love, grace and power and want to be a part of it!

Lets us keep being the Body that builds itself up in love!

Amazed by His Grace!

Pastor Shawn

Please take a moment to read several announcements listed below that will appear inSundays Insight. If you are viewing these in the eblast, click on each for important

details; if you are reading this in the hard copy, please refer to the Insight for importantdetails regarding these upcoming events.

Youth Fund Raiser Evening Service

Mens Basketball Singles Bowling & Dinner

DFC Ladies Book Club College Preview Days

Widows & Mature Single Ladies Brunch A Taste of Christmas

Inclement Weather Policy

Todays publication will cover the following topics: Kotchadoingood!, Board Perspective, Timely News for the Congregation and How You Can Help


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News Update

kotchadoingood!

Nazz Jazz

This past Sunday night Nazz Jazz played their final concert in Greeley, Colorado--an epic/epoch event in Dr. Jerry Nelsons long and storied tenure at DFC. Thankyou, Jerry, and members of Nazz Jazzpast and presentfor your considerablecontributions to the musical context of DFC.

Last Sunday

What a remarkable day of worship we experienced together as a congregationlast Sunday! The Sunday morning service was marked by the inspired preachingof Pastor Shawn and worshipful, celebratory music from choir, orchestra andcongregation! Sunday evenings service was very well attended. Thecongregation, led alternately by four different song leaders, sang heartily thehymns of the church. Thank you, Linda Jackson, for organizing this wonderfulevening of worship. There will be a repeat!

Congregation Contributions

Thank you, DFC, for your generous contributions of hygiene packs to supportMission:Denver, our ministry to Denvers unemployed and under-employed. And

thank you, as well, for supporting Trunk-or-Treat, DFCs Halloween alternative fochildren; you providedat present countmore than 11,000 pieces of candy fothe children of DFC and the surrounding community!

Honoring One of Our Own

Heather Hill, daughter of Winston and Carolyn Hill, will be singing the NationalAnthem at the Jets football game this Sunday. Why will she be singing theAnthem? Well, that in itself would not be unusual for Heather, an internationallyacclaimed opera singer. But, she is singing the Anthem this Sunday because the

New York Jets are honoring her father, Winston Hill, the Namath-era, multiplePro-Bowl, offensive tackle, for his service to the Jets and to the game at-large.Parenthetically, Winston is a new addition to the First Impressions team at DFC.

Grateful Staff

For the past few years, October has been designated as Pastor Appreciationmonth. The ministry leaders of DFC want to thank members of the Church Boardand the congregation for your thoughtful and generous expressions ofappreciation that have been directed to all levels of the church staff and to

various lay leaders as well. God bless you.


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News Update

Board perspective...Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Pastor Shawn delivered another inspiring, challenging message Sunday morning. As webegin to settle into the reality of what we are called to do and be as a community ofbelievers, it deepens the appreciation of the incredible gift of salvation afforded usthrough the Lord, Jesus Christ. This past Tuesday, we as a Board had our first opportunityto meet with Pastor Shawn officially assuming his role in directing the leadership of thechurch. The passion he demonstrates from the pulpit was also present in our meeting ahe began to share with us a little about what the future might hold for us. Truly excitingdays are ahead -- indeed, they are already here.

Last weekend also marked the end of an era of ministry for Nazz Jazz, the big-band

group of musicians and vocalists from among our ranks who have been travelingambassadors for DFC for several years. It has been my privilege to be a member of thagroup since its inception. We've played many different venues over the years. But theFather saw fit to allow us, on Sunday night, to place an exclamation point at the end othe ministry by culminating a weekend of concerts (Friday in Cheyenne and Saturday iLoveland) with an opportunity to play the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley onSunday. It is a beautiful, 1750-seat auditorium that has hosted many of the biggestnames in the music business as well as Broadway productions. We were truly humbledby the grace of God to allow us such an opportunity where He could receive the glory

As I reflect on the many ministry opportunities the group has been afforded over theyears, I am struck by the impact of our (human) leader and arranger, Dr. Jerry Nelson.For those who are relatively new to the DFC family, you may not be aware of themonumental talent our Father has entrusted to this man. For those who have beenaround for awhile, you have certainly benefited from it. But the most striking thing abouJerry is his perspective about this incredible talent.

You see, his talent is most-assuredly world class. And, just as assuredly, it is this talent thahas opened so many doors for Nazz Jazz to use music as a vehicle for evangelism. ButJerry ever keeps the understanding that he is able to do what he does because he hasbeen given a "five-talent gift" (Matthew 25:15).

Just like Timothy, we all need a Paul as a role model and mentor. Jerry has consistentlybeen that to me and so many others as he always reflects the glory back to the MasteGift Giver. Nazz Jazz is grateful to you, our church family, for allowing us to representHim and you. And we are grateful to Him for giving us our very own Paul.

Serving Him Alongside of You,

Vini Giannatala


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News Update

Inclement Weather Policy

In the case of bad weather, the most important thing is for everyone to be safe.Please do not travel to Denver First Church for worship services or activities if youfeel that doing so would be unsafe. If there is an actual state of emergency(declared by the governor), services and activities will be cancelled.

If bad weather makes you wonder whether church or a church event has beencancelled, you can tune in to TV stations 9(NBC), 7(ABC) or 4(CBS) to find out. Yocan also check the website www.denverfirstchurch.com home page for

pertinent updates. Sign up to have your cell phone receive a text message whebreaking information happens at DFC. Please text Follow DFC to 40404 toreceive such updates.

Church-wide Communication

In the event of a closing or delayed opening due to inclement weather orother emergency, an announcement will be placed prominently on thechurch website and on the church voice messaging service at 303.761.8370

Office staff will attempt to notify the contact person for affected activities.

A determination of church program status will be made and communicatedas expeditiously as possible. The goal is to make a determination by 7:00 amfor morning and daytime operations and activities, and by 1:00 pm forevening activities. Sometimes there are circumstances that make thesetimelines unrealistic. We appreciate your understanding.

Worship Services, Sunday Programs and Special Events

Every effort will be made to conduct Sunday morning worship and SundaySchool. Only extremely hazardous weather, impassable travel conditions,severe damage to facilities, and/or a power outage at the church will causa cancellation.

If at all possible, weddings, funerals, and major onetime special events willbe conducted as scheduled.

Cancellation of Sunday evening programs will be announced on thevoicemail greeting at 303.761.8370, and will be posted prominently on theDFC website by 1:00 pm.

timely news for the congregation


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News Update

Baptism Classes

Adult Baptism Class: Pastor Bud Curry will meet with adults interested inbecoming baptized on November 8, from 5-6pm in Room 200. To register, pleasecall Angie at 303/806-2603.

Youth Baptism Class: Kari Wright will meet with youth interested in becomingbaptized in the Rock Room on November 11th from 6-7pm.

Daylight Saving Time ends

Remember to set your clocks BACK one hour at 2am Sunday morning (or Saturdanight!).

A Taste of Christmas

Itll be here before you know it! A Taste of Christmas will take place on, SaturdaDec. 5. Tickets (only $12.00, ladies!) go on sale beginning next Sunday, November

(Hostesses, yourpre-sales need to be taken care of this Sunday, Nov. 1.) We hav21 hostesses confirmed already! Volunteers are still needed in all areas. See GayBorrego at the booth near the South Entrance on Sunday.

31st I.N. Group Annual Banquet

This event will be Saturday, Nov. 21, at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. The receptionarea (Community Room) will open at 5pm. The theme is "Around the World with DJim Diehl". Our musical treat will be Van & Miriam Owen singing with Linda Jackso

playing the piano. Tickets are $20.00 (reserved by table number) and are availabat the I.N. GROUP BOOTH, SOUTH ENTRANCE. Note: Semi-Formal Dress. Note thatthe I.N. Group is now open to all adults.

timely news for the congregation


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News Updatetimely news for the congregation

Get a Jump Start on Your Christmas Gifts!

Do you want to get some of your gifts taken care of early and support ouryouth? It's easy and makes your Christmas giving simple. Stop by the StudentMinistries Booth or the GL Welcome Center and pre-order gift cards. We will hava variety to choose from, as well as some cards on hand (like King Soopers, Chili'sand Starbucks) that you can purchase right then. A percentage of each cardgoes to support our youth and enable some students to go on trips they otherwismay not be able to afford. Thank you for your support.

Widows and Mature Single Ladies of DFC

Join us for a brunch on Saturday, Nov. 14th at 10am in the Fellowship Hall of DFCOur own Dixie Whittaker will be our speaker. Secret Sisters will be revealed! Bring agift with your own name on it. Please call Sarah at 303-806-2625 by Nov. 7th toreserve your spot. Transportation will be provided upon request. Join us for fun,food and fellowship!

Singles Bowling & DinnerMeet at Monaco Lanes on Saturday, Nov. 14th at 3pm for a few games ofbowling! Well go out to dinner at Gunther Toodys afterwards. Bring $20-25 for

expenses; shoes - $4.95, one game of bowling - $5.50, dinner approx. $10. Formore information contact Jincy Mills at 303-552-7970.

Childrens Christmas MusicalAdventure Zone Worship is rehearsing the kids Christmas musical, "Mystery At theManger". All elementary students should have a listening CD and areencouraged to be listening to the musical 24/7! If your child does not have a CDplease contact Gwenda Rakes at 303-761-8370 or Deanna Griffiths at 303-905-1926 and we will make sure they receive one. Mystery at the Manger will be

presented on Sunday, December 13th as part of the morning worship service!

Sad News

Scott Naumans father, Glenn L. Nauman, passed away on Monday, October26th. Many of you have asked about funeral arrangements. A Celebration of Lifservice was held this morning, Friday, October 30th at 11:00 am at St. LukesChurch in Faribault, MN. Please be in prayer for Scott and his family in this time oloss.


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a final word...

News Update

You might recall that in the 9/11/09 eblast to the congregation, we had paid

tribute to DFCs former bus pastor, Jim Middleton, on the occasion of his passing.This being Pastor Appreciation month, I had received a note from one of ourparishioners which, in part, cited the influence Jim had had on her life. I includethis excerpt from her letter:

I had seen church buses in my neighborhood and asked some of the otherkids what that was about. They told me that the bus took them to SundaySchool at 2000 S. Milwaukee St. One Saturday afternoon in March 1971, the

doorbell rang and there stood a tall, lanky, red-headed man. Hello! Im JimMiddleton and He explained the bus ministry and DFC. The next morningwas waiting for the bus and hopped on when it pulled up.

I hope to have some impact on someone elses life. (Perhaps I have; overthe years Ive led 12 people to Christ.) All because Jim came to my doorone day in March 1971.

In His Grace,

Shirley L. Stafford

Friends, do you see it? In his first message to his new congregation, Pastor Shawnspoke on The Principle of Onekeeping our focus, not on the 99 sheep that arein the fold, but on the one that is still out there. Jim had that focus, and byfocusing on this one, an additional 12 have come into the fold! And, in speaking

with Shirley, she mentioned that each of those 12 people have led at least 1 morperson to the Lord! Isnt that wonderful!

Please join me in praying that, over the course of the next 30 days, God will putsomeone in your path and mine who is a Shirley, just waiting to be askedtofollow Jesus.

On behalf of the Ministry Team of DFC,

Randy Smith


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Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 1:

9:00 am: Sunday School (all ages)Nursery & Preschool open

10:30 am: Morning Worship Service(Sanctuary)

Nursery available

Tsunami & Collaboration leave toperform at the Tennyson Center

Adventure Zone Worship (GLA)5th & 6th Grade DOGS Worship

11:45 am: Youth leave to help with

Trunk-or-Treat at Tennyson Center

12:00 pm: Concerned Disciplers class lunch(Fellowship Hall)

4:30 pm: Adult Education Committee(Community Room)

Military Support Group(Room 200)

5:00 pm: Puppet Practice (5th & 6th Grade)(Room 12)

Bible Quizzing - Blue Level -4th - 6th Grade (Room 14)

6:00 pm: Traditions Service (Diehl Chapel)

Monday, November 2:

9:40 am: Celebrate Recovery SponsorMeeting (Cry Room)

Tuesday, November 3:

7:00 am: Mens Bible Study(GL Conference Room)

9:00 am: Women of the Word Leaders(Fellowship Hall)

9:30 am: Women of the Word(Fellowship Hall)

Childcare (Room 5)

7:00 pm: Bereans Prophesy Bible Study(Fellowship Hall)

Wednesday, November 4:

4:30 pm: Hang Time in the Youth Caf

5:00 pm: Women of the Word Leaders(Fellowship Hall)

Wednesday, November 4 (continued):

5:30 pm: Rock Band PracticeBible Quizzing - Red Level -1st - 3rd Grade (Room 2)

6:00 pm: Youth Accountability Class

6:15 pm: Nursery Open (ages 2 and unde

6:30 pm: Wednesday Night Prayer(Community Room)

Women of the Word(Fellowship Hall)

Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal

Celebrate Recovery(Room 200, 202)

Youth Worship Service(Rock Room)

Mens Study - Tender Warrior(Room 201)

MASH Mens Bible Study(West Diehl Chapel)

Childrens Activities (all ages)

8:00 pm: Choir Rehearsal for Teens(Rock Room)

Thursday, November 5:

6:15 pm: Choir childcare, GL Room #5

7:00 pm: Praise Teams & ChoirOrchestra Rehearsal

Friday, November 6:

9:15 am: Seniors Choir Rehearsal(Diehl Chapel)

5:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery SponsorMeeting (Cry Room)

6:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery

(Fellowship Hall)Divorce Care(Community Room)

Divorce Care for Kids(GL Room #6)

Saturday, November 7:

7:00 am: Men at Prayer (Community Roo

Ladies Prayer Walk (Parking Lot)

9:00 am: Shoebox Christmas preparation(Fellowship Hall)

November 1 - 7

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