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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.

March 2016

The Canticle Christ the King Episcopal Church, 6490 Carr Street, Arvada, CO 80004

In this Issue

Clergy Letter 3

Worship & Music 3

Faith Formation 3

Hospitality 4

Caring Connections 4

Core Communities 5

Parish Life 6

Readings 7

Beyond our Walls 8

Calendar 9

60th Anniversary Events

We received a lot of suggestions for events to celebrate our 60th Anniversary. At

our meeting in February, the Vestry outlined the following calendar for our anni-

versary and fundraising events:

April 10 – History Sunday (The first service was held on April 8, 1956)

Suggestions for this event include: Walk down memory lane, Service in

old church, Talk from oldest members, History of building, Share 50th

Anniversary books & timeline, Recognize members with longest tenure,

“Retro” church service, “Potluck with a Purpose” or coffee hour for long-

term members to share their stories.

June 5 – Parish Picnic Suggestions for this event include: Picnic in park, Summer luau or pig

roast, Ice cream social, Barbeque.

October - Parish Retreat (Date to be determined)

This event will probably begin on Friday night and end on Sunday morn-

ing, and would be held at Christ the King.

In addition, we have identified dates for three fundraising events:

September – Breaking Bread with Family and Friends II (BBFF II)

A dinner and silent auction, modeled after the very successful BBFF (I) in

May, 2013.

November 12 - Crafts, Collectibles, and Bake Sale

We know there are lots of talented people here at Christ the King. Here’s

a chance to use your talent for the benefit of our community.

December 5 – Christmas Tea

This authentic English “high tea” is a wonderful holiday event.

This is a very ambitious schedule for 2016, and we will need help from many peo-

ple to make it all happen. Please begin to plan for how you can assist, and we ask

for your prayers for Christ the King throughout our anniversary year.

Holy Week and Easter Services

Holy Week Observances and Easter Celebrations Holy Week and Easter are coming early this year – we’ll see to what extent the

weather cooperates! Christ the King will be offering services every day through

Holy Week, as follows:

Palm Sunday, March 20

7:45am – Procession with palms (Begins outside the red doors, weather

permitting), Reading of the Passion and Holy Eucharist

9:45am – Procession with palms (Begins outside the doors to St. Nicholas

Chapel, weather permitting), Reading of the Passion and Holy Eucharist

Monday in Holy Week, March 21 12:00noon – Meditative Holy Eucharist

Tuesday in Holy Week, March 22

7:00pm – Meditative Holy Eucharist

March 2016 The Canticle

Clergy

The Rev. Rebecca Brown

Rector

[email protected]

303-424-1072

Staff

Mary Weekley

Office Manager

303-424-5288

[email protected]

Danielle Callen

Bookkeeper

303-424-5288 [email protected]

Chris Linden

Family Ministry Coordinator

[email protected]

303-424-5288

Andi Smith

Music Director

303-430-0611

[email protected]

Michelle Bredine

Sr. Warden

303-424-9093

[email protected]

Christopher Yaney Jr. Warden

303-457-4532

[email protected]

Cathie Craig, Prayer Chain

[email protected]

Michelle Bredine,

Canticle Editor

[email protected]

Deadline:

Please submit articles by

the 15th of the prior

month.

Website: www.ctkarvada.org

Worship Services

Sundays,

7:45 and 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday in Holy Week, March 23

12:00noon – Meditative Holy Eucharist

Maundy Thursday, March 24

7:00pm – Footwashing, Holy Eucharist, Stripping of the Altar, and procession

to the Altar of Repose

8:30pm – Prayer Vigil begins in the narthex

Good Friday, March 25

Prayer Vigil continues in the narthex

12:00 noon – Stations of the Cross

7:00pm – Good Friday Liturgy and Communion from the Reserved Sacrament

Holy Saturday, March 26

9:00am – Prayers for Holy Saturday

7:00pm – The Great Vigil of Easter (Begins outside the red doors with the light-

ing of the Paschal Candle, weather permitting)

Easter Sunday, March 27

7:45am – Holy Eucharist, followed by brunch

10:00am – Festival Holy Eucharist, followed by Easter egg hunt and brunch

We look forward to having you join us for this very special time of the year.

Easter Sunday Brunch Parishioners are invited to bring a favorite breakfast or brunch dish on Easter Sunday and

following each service, we join together to share in this festive gathering. Please contact

Jeri Burry, 303-423-9853, if you can assist with set up or clean up.

Introduction to Healing Workshop Saturday, March 5

9:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Last fall, we held our first Sunday healing service in several years, and we have planned

another healing service for Sunday, March 6. In preparation for this service, Rev. Becky

will be holding a workshop for anyone who is interested in the history and practice of

healing prayer. No prior knowledge or experience necessary!

Mosaics as Meditation Saturday, April 16, 9:00am – 2:00pm

Kathy Thaden, Instructor

Come explore modern mosaics in a contemplative setting, a time to listen and respond to

God while arranging glass and other materials into a mosaic. The Workshop will include

reflection, prayer, music and hands-on instruction and demonstrations. Beginners as well

as experienced mosaicists will benefit from their time of intentionally focusing on the cre-

ative process. Participants will create an 8” x 10” un-grouted mosaic during our time to-

gether, exploring a variety of materials.

Instructor Kathy Thaden’s award-winning mosaics have been exhibited across the US and

in Canada. Kathy describes working in mosaic as “a transforming process. The pieces

are broken, shaped, fit together and made whole again.”

Space is limited to 12 participants, and a $25 materials fee will be collected the morning

of the workshop. The deadline for registration is Friday, April 8; you can sign up in the

narthex or contact Rev. Becky (303-424-5288)

For more about Kathy and her work, visit her website at www.thadenmosaics.com

This workshop is made possible by a generous grant from the Altar Guild.

mailto:[email protected]?subject=Mosaics%20as%20Meditation


“Seasons”

Dear people of God,

It was beautiful outside this morning. A couple inches of snow had blanketed the trees and shrubs,

bringing much needed moisture while leaving the sidewalks and roads almost clear. It was a return to

seasonable weather, after a long stretch of warm temperatures and no precipitation. The warm weath-

er had been nice, giving me ample opportunity to brag to my friends back east experiencing record

cold, but it has thrown things out of balance for much in the natural world. We already have a group of crocuses bloom-

ing here at the church, daffodil buds are visible in their stems, and the star magnolia buds, next to the front doors, are in

danger of freezing before they can share their delicate beauty with us. An orderly progression of the seasons is im-

portant for sustaining life.

An orderly progression of the seasons is important for our spiritual lives as well. As much as we might want to avoid it,

seasons like Lent—a time set aside for quiet and reflection—is critical to our growth in the life of faith. Over the years,

I’ve heard a lot of complaints about worship services during Lent: “Why is the music so much like a funeral dirge?

Can’t we have something more upbeat?” And there are times when I feel that way myself. But deep down, I know I

need to let myself sink into this season, to allow God to be at work in me—forgiving, healing, restoring me—so that I

can be raised into new life again.

I also believe the same is true for our life as a faith community. We need to observe the progression of seasons in our

common life. You’ll notice that, this year, there is no special Lenten program, other than “The Way” and a weekly of-

fering of Evening Prayer. Instead, we have a couple of special one-time offerings. The “Introduction to Russian Spiritu-

ality,” led by April French, was held last month. On Saturday, March 5, we will hold a “Healing Workshop.” And, even

if it’s “on beyond” Lent, we are also offering “Mosaics as Meditation” on April 16, led by Kathy Thaden.

Even if none of these fits your interest or schedule, I do hope you will set aside time during Holy Week to take part in

the services we offer, especially Maundy Thursday (March 24), Good Friday (March 25), Holy Saturday (March 26),

and Easter Sunday. Together, we will walk the way through death into new life.

In God’s peace,

Becky+

Lenten Evening Prayer

Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. We continue to offer Evening Prayer each Wednesday night through the month of March (including Holy Week).

Worship Team Our next Worship Team meeting will be on Wednesday, April 6, 7:00 p.m. We will be reviewing our Lent, Holy Week,

and Easter services and planning for the rest of the spring. We welcome your input and your participation.

Sunday Church School Our Church School classes will meet on Sunday, March 13 this month; we welcome our families to participate in the

Palm Sunday and Easter services (March 20 and March 27).

Worship and Music

Clergy Letter

Daughters of the King

Tuesday, March 1, 7:00 p.m. The Esther Macarina Chapter of this national organization meets next on March 1. The “Daughters” will be taking a break

from their monthly meetings over the next few months; the next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, June 7.

“The Way – for Lent” Wednesdays, March 2, 9, and 16

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

After meeting for dinner and Evening Prayer, we will be exploring scripture texts that offer insight into our baptism and our

commitment to the Christian faith, and following this “Way” of life. All are welcome to join in this time of preparing to

affirm our baptism during the Easter Vigil on March 26.

Sunday Forum March 13, 8:45 and 11:00 a.m.

We’ll be exploring some of the lessons for the Easter Vigil and imagining new ways to present these

familiar texts.

Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study The next Men's breakfast and Bible Study is on Tuesday, March 8th from 6:30 am till 8:00 am. We will be reading and dis-

cussing Mark 14: 1-31, which includes the anointing of Jesus at Bethany and Jesus’ last supper with his disciples. All are

welcome to come and bring a friend to join us.

Vacation Bible School News

Well, the season will be upon us before you know it. VBS season, that is (and you thought I was talking about Easter,

right?). It’s time to at least think about the many ways in which you can help. There’s assembly/music, storytelling, crafts,

meals, registration, photography/slide show, theme decorating, games and small group leaders. While all of these are very

important and vital to making this program work, what we need to know as soon as possible are those interested in being

small group leaders. Small group leaders shepherd a group of kids from one station to another (crafts, games and story

time). We need 2 adults for each group. Ideally, we would have a preschool group that has their own room with their own

activities. The kids from kindergarten and up would then be divided into 3 groups that travel to the different activities. Last

year, we had to readjust this format and the 2 older groups were very large. When we have group leaders in place, then we

can determine the age boundaries and begin setting up the registration process. Please let Andi Smith know if you’re willing

and able to help out. The deadline for needing this information is Monday April 4. This is the time when planning and prep-

aration begins in earnest. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

Sunday Morning Coffee Hour

We are looking for people to host coffee hour on Sunday mornings during March. You can sign up on the board next to the

kitchen. On Easter Sunday, we will have a potluck brunch following both services.

The Lunch Bunch

Thursday, March 10th, 11:15 a.m. at the Old Neighborhood Restaurant. . A–L, please notify Cathie Craig (303-425-5882)

and M–Z, notify Kay Simpson ( 303-422-3752) to make your reservation.

Open Plate Offering for March CTK’s March Open Offering is directed toward the St. Francis Center, serving the homeless in Denver. This is a traditional

open offering recipient for us each year as we approach Easter; in addition to the funds we collect, we also donate the towels

we use during our foot-washing ceremony on Maundy Thursday.



St. Francis Center averages around 800 visits daily, reaching 1000 on the busiest of days. They provide a wide variety of

services to the homeless including referrals for shelter, health and wellness clinics including mental health, employment

training, support, clothing and transportation assistance, social services such as assistance with obtaining a birth certificate,

bus tickets, long distance phone calls, and a wide variety of information and referral services. Their outreach services on

cold winter nights offer access to shelter and needed emergency services. They have also 312 housing units.

Volunteers are an extremely important part of their service model. They are located at 2323 Curtis St in downtown Denver,

phone 303-297-1576. To visit their website, click here. Ninety-one cents of every dollar goes directly to client services.

Neighborhood Dinner – Wednesday, March 23 We are back on schedule for the regularly scheduled neighborhood dinner. This month’s neighborhood dinner is scheduled

for Wednesday, March 23. Please check the signup sheet in the narthex to see how you can help.

St. Clare’s Table – Tuesday, March 8 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 Ministries For those who have suffered a loss or who are going through a difficult time, Easter can be a time of painful loneliness and

emptiness. If you are smiling on the outside but full of pain on the inside, and the joy of Easter seems far away, help is

available. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care. They will listen, care, encour-

age, and pray with and for you. Stephen Ministers have been specially trained to meet your emotional and spiritual needs;

male Stephen Ministers are always matched with men, and female Stephen Ministers are matched with women. If you or

someone you know is hurting, find out more about Stephen Ministry by talking with one of our Stephen Leaders. Chelli

Mcgaughey, Audrey Blair or Lou Blair. Stephen Ministers are there to care!

Cathy’s Caribbean Update Dear Partners in Mission,

We’ve recently had our diocesan convention and celebrated 2 exciting events. We had a Eucharist in honor of Bishop Wil-

liam Skilton who has been in ordained ministry now for 50 years. He was a missionary in the DR in the mid-1960s and

returned as our assistant bishop for 5 years shortly after I moved here. He is now retired and lives full time in South Caroli-

na but comes often to reconnect with his many friends here. God has used this faithful servant in special ways here and

undoubtedly wherever he has served. What a blessing it has been to know this loving and caring man.

Our current bishop announced 2 years ago of his plans to retire, launching the search for a bishop co-

adjutor. Rev. Moises Quezada Mota was elected in July and was consecrated at the final Eucharist of the

convention. Bishop Holguin has been faithfully serving here for almost 25 years, so many of the people

are ready to see some changes. The Holy Spirit was present at the emotional service, attended by over 20

bishops from various countries, including our new Presiding Bishop. I don’t know him very well, so it

will be interesting to see if this change affects God’s ministry through me in any way. Please pray for

God’s guidance for both of our bishops: that Bishop Holguin will step aside at the right time and that

Bishop Quezada will be led by the Holy Spirit in all his decisions for the diocese.

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 Macorís and Santo Domingo. E-mail: [email protected]

Snail mail: Apartado 587, San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic 21000 website: www.cathydonahoe.net

Vestry

We are looking for someone to serve as Clerk for the Vestry for this year. The responsibilities of this position include at-

tend our monthly meetings and taking notes, then filing the approved minutes and the reports distributed at the meeting.

Please contact Rev. Becky (303-424-5288) or Michelle Bredine if you can help.

sfcdenver.org

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.cathydonahoe.net

mailto:[email protected]?subject=Clerk%20for%20Vestry

mailto:[email protected]?subject=Clerk%20for%20Vestry


Vestry Highlights

February 16, 2016 Reports received:

Bob Delong reported that the 2014 Audit has been completed and reviewed by the Finance Committee.

Bob Delong reported that we had a positive cash flow of $5,503.80 for January, but we still need to make some adjust-

ments to reflect Balance Sheet activity.

We reviewed the suggestions from the Annual Meeting for the 60th Anniversary observances.

Rev. Becky reported that we have a number of new folks that have begun attending CTK since the fall, and that the

next “Family Connections” is set for Sunday, February 28.

Actions taken:

Appointed Bob DeLong as Treasurer.

Appointed Amy McClure as Assistant Treasurer.

Approve 2014 Audit.

Approved resolutions for bank signatories (Michelle Bredine, Sr. Warden; Christopher Yaney, Jr. Warden; Bob

DeLong, Treasurer; Amy McClure, Assistant Treasurer).

Accepted, with regret, Daniel Ohamaka’s resignation.

Appointed Katy Yaney and Warren Broderick as the Audit Committee for 2015.

Drafted calendar for 60th Anniversary and 2016 fundraising activities.

Discussed items for the Vestry Retreat, to be held on Saturday, March 12.

Next meeting: Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 p.m.

Property (Fixers and Tenders)

The next work day is Saturday, March 19, 8:30 a.m.

Treasurer’s Report

Year-to-Date Revenue (January 2016): $25,408.32

Year-to-Date Expenses (January 2016): $19,600.52

Year-to-Date Net Income (January 2016): $5,807.80

Scenes from Shrove Tuesday Thanks to Scott West, photographer

Parish Community Life

A gathering community …

Good things to eat ….

Letting go of what is past...


Readings for March 2016

March 6 – Fourth Sunday in Lent

Joshua 5:9-12 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Psalm 32 Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

March 13 – Fifth Sunday in Lent

Isaiah 43:16-21 Philippians 3:4b-14

Psalm 126 John 12:1-8

March 20 – Palm Sunday

Isaiah 50:4-9a Philippians 2:5-11

Psalm 31:9-16 Luke 22:14 – 23:56

March 24 – Maundy Thursday

Exodus 12:1-4, 11-14 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Psalm 116:1,10-17 John 13:1-17, 31b-35

March 25 – Good Friday

Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Hebrews 10:16-25

Psalm 22 John 18:1-19:42

March 26 – Easter Vigil

Genesis 1:1-2:4a Zephaniah 13:14-20

Exodus 14:10-31; 15:20-21 Romans 6:3-11

Isaiah 55:1-11 Psalm 114

Ezekiel 37:1-14 Luke 24:1-12

March 27 – Easter Sunday

Acts 10:34-43 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Luke 24:1-12

March Anniversary

Lou and Audrey Blair March 1

March Birthdays

Ros Patterson March 1

Jeri Burry March 2

Caroline Pedersen March 2

Mikayla Lauridsen March 3

Travis Linscome-Hatfield March 8

Brooklyn Barritt March 14

Mila Fahmy March 14

Andi Smith March 15

Barbara Jennings March 19

Lorraine Elaine Ciccone March 20

Mike Langdon March 23

Allen Nay March 23

Tabitha Tagne March 25

Pamela Seman March 30


The D.R.E.A.M. Course

March 9 – May 18, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

(every other Wednesday)

St. Ambrose Church, Boulder

Last May, the Rev. Peter Munson and I traded congregations, as part of his pilgrimage. If you remember, he walked to

Christ the King from his home that morning. Peter and his wife, Julia, are offering a course to help people go after their

dreams and respond to the "God nudges" in our lives.

The D.R.E.A.M. Course is a deep dive into the process involved in making your dreams come to life. All of us possess an

inherent desire to have impact - to experience joy in our everyday lives whether at work or at home - and to make a con-

tribution. But you may lack the know-how and the support to actually live a life that reflects your dream. You may notice

an occasional longing for “something more.” Without a reliable system and community of support to move you forward,

you end up settling and shrinking rather than continuing to expand. You will conform or get lost, rather

than transform. We want to help you move in that upward spiral that will bring more joy, creativity, and deep-felt satis-

faction so when you look back on your life, all you can say is “Thank you!” For more information, contact Rev. Becky

(303-424-5288) and she will send it to you.

Quest Retreat: Colorado Diocesan Youth Event

April 1-3 for Youth in Grades 6-12. The gravity of this world pulls us to make more, do more, and be more...all at the ex-

pense of our heart and soul. The gravity of Heaven pulls us to hope more, love more, and live more. In this topsy-turvy

world, we need to know which way is really up. This Quest will explore how we are changed from the inside out so we

can turn the world upside down. To read more and register, click here.

Camping at Cathedral Ridge

There are lots of opportunities for young people to experience the joys of summer camp.

For a full listing of dates and camps, please check the website: http://cathedralridge.org/

sacred-offerings/youth-events-camps/.

Our programs encourage youth and young adults to build self-confidence by practicing

their faith as they serve others and take on physical and leadership challenges. The result is

a deeply authentic experience of spiritual life grounded in communities of faith to address

real life issues.

Beyond our Walls

mailto:[email protected]?subject=DREAM%20Course

http://faith.episcopal.co/event/quest/


March 2016

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 4-5:45pm Violin Lessons 7:00pm DOK

2 3-5pm Brownies 6:00pm The Way 6:45pm Evening Pray-er 7:30pm AA Mtg

3 4-4:30pm Violin Lessons 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Worshiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA

4 6:30am Morning Prayer 2:00-5:00pm Violin Lessons

5 9-11:30am Healing workshop

6 7:45am Holy Eu-charist Healing Service 9:45am Family Worship

7 6:00pm Ste-phen Ministry 7:00pm Handbell Choir

8 6:30am Men’s Break-fast & Bible Study 4-5: 45pm Violin Lessons 5:30pm St Clare’s Table 7:00pm Finance

9 6:00pm The Way 6:45pm Evening Pray-er 7:30pm AA Mtg

10 11:15am Lunch Bunch 4-4:30pm Violin Lessons 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Worshiping Voices Choir 7:00pm CoDA


12

13 Daylight Sav-

ings Time 7:45am Holy Eu-charist 9:45am Family Worship

14

7:00pm Handbell Choir

15 Canticle

deadline 10:30am Staff Mtg 4-5:45pm Violin Lessons 7:00pm Vestry

16 3-5pm Brownies 6:00pm The Way 6:45pm Even-ing Prayer 7:30pm AA Mtg

17 4-4:30pm Vio-lin Lessons 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm Wor-shiping Voic-es Choir 7:00pm CoDA


19 8:30am Fixers & Tenders

20 Palm Sunday 7:45am Holy Eu-charist 9:45am Family Worship

21 Holy Monday 12:00pm Medi-tative Eucha-rist 7:00pm Handbell Choir

22 Holy

Tuesday 7pm Meditative Eucharist 4-5:45pm Violin Lessons

23 Holy Wednesday 12:00pm Meditative Eucharist 5:30pm Neigh-borhood Din-ner 7:30pm AA Mtg

24 Maundy

Thursday 4-4:30pm Violin Lessons 7pm Foot Washing and Holy Eucha-rist 7:00pm CoDA 8:30pm Vigil

25 Good Friday 12:00pm Communion 2:00-5:00pm Violin Lessons 7PM Stations of the Cross

26 Holy

Saturday 9:00am service 7:00pm East-er Vigil

27 Easter Sun-day 7:45 & 10:00Am Holy Eucharist Brunch following each service

28 7:00pm Handbell Choir

29 4-5:45pm Violin Lessons

30 7:30pm AA Mtg

31 4-4:30pm Violin Lessons 6:30pm Planina 7:00pm CoDA

Christ the King Episcopal Church

P.O. Box 6

Arvada, CO 80001

Return Service Requested

Palm Sunday, March 20

7:45am & 9:45am – Holy Eucharist,

Maundy Thursday, March 24

7:00pm – Footwashing, Holy Eucharist,

Good Friday, March 25

7:00pm – Good Friday Liturgy and Communion from the Reserved Sacrament

Holy Saturday, March 26

7:00pm – The Great Vigil of Easter

Easter Sunday, March 27

7:45am – Holy Eucharist,

10:00am – Festival Holy Eucharist,

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