This Sunday at Common Flame (10 am ONLY): Summer Speaker Series | Susan Motika

Our summer speaker series is back! This Sunday, Susan Motika will speak about the value of Justice.

Featured events you don't want to miss!

Faith Exploration Class Registration is now open!

Register your youth and children now for our 2026-27 Faith Exploration classes. There are opportunities for infants all the way up to 12th grade. Classes begin Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Muffins with the Ministry Team

Thursday, August 6 | 10 am - 12 pm | Common Flame members 70 or better are invited by the ministry team for connection & conversation. We’ll spend time discussing the monthly theme & breaking into small groups for deeper conversations. Bring muffins to share!

Resilience & Acceptance in the Face of Collapse

Mondays, August 24 - October 5 | 6 - 7:30 pm | In this time of uncertainty, grieving it and building resilience is essential. Preparing ourselves, through a series of videos, readings and reflection-writing, participants gather to speak about their learnings and responses. Facilitated by Tina Yoder.

Movie Night & Potluck with Queer Connections

Friday, August 28 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm | Join Common Flame members in community & connection to enjoy a potluck dinner and a movie. Hosted by the Queer Connections group.

Ballot Measure Alert!

Tuesday, September 1 | 6 - 8 pm | Please join the Queer Social Justice group for a discussion of anti-trans ballot measures. We will have speakers from groups around the county who are helping our trans siblings. There will be a discussion of how we can help and what resources are available

Announcing: Common Flame Merch!

Yes, you read that right! We now have Common Flame merch for sale. Browse our collection of t-shirts, tank tops, and more!

Deepen in relationship with people of all ages.

Community Board Game Night & Potluck

Friday, August 14 | 5 - 8 pm | All are welcome to the Community Game Night and Potluck! It's a chance for you to connect and have a little fun while you're doing it! Bring your favorite board games! Share your favorite card game! Bring a dish to share! We'll see you there!

Unplugged: Acoustic Artistry & Picnics on the Patio

Friday, August 14 | 6 - 9 pm | All ages | Calling all artists! The acoustic stage at Unplugged is open to musicians, poets, comedians & storytellers of all kinds to showcase their talent. Pack a picnic, bring the whole crew & enjoy a beautiful summer evening under the stars from our patio. 

Common Flame Community Picnic

Sunday, August 23 | 11 am - 3 pm | Maple Grove Park | Our annual picnic is back & bigger than ever! Celebrate our new name with Common Flame congregants & our larger community. We'll have food trucks, live music, a bounce house, a watermelon eating contest, and more!

Serve faithfully in our community and beyond.

Community Table Personal Care Item Collection

Sundays, August 2 - August 23 | The Women's Group is collecting personal hygiene items for Community Table, an Arvada nonprofit serving families in need. Needs: tampons, pads, bar soap, body wash, razors, laundry soap, deodorant, lotion, sunscreen, and bandaids. Sample or hotel sizes are useful.

Common Flame CAN Meeting

Sunday, August 16 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | online only (meeting link) | We will discuss the upcoming election, with focus on ballot issues and candidate forums. We will begin work on Vote Your UU Values.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, August 21 | 1 - 6 pm | Reserve your time slot to donate blood with Red Cross, and help keep the supply afloat! Bring a photo ID, your blood donor card, or two other forms of ID to your appointment for a successful donation.

Queer Social Justice Group

Monday, August 24 | 6:30 - 8 pm | We're a group of queer people & allies committed to raising awareness of issues that affect the queer community. We will be turning that awareness and education into action, including but not limited to, helping our unhoused find refuge and helping our queer youth find safety and community.

Airports' New Frontier: Decarbonization & Electrification

Thursday, August 27 | 7 - 9:30 pm | Several airports in the US & globally are taking measures to reduce their environmental impact. We'll hear about examples from Renée Azerbegi, an expert who's been on the forefront of sustainable architecture & building design for decades, including with Denver International Airport.

Abundant Harvest Table

11 am | Donations benefit our homeless ministries. Sign up here to volunteer.

Faithful Resistance

Upcoming actions, resources, podcast episodes, and more. Visit our website.

UUSC Support for the Vulnerable

Wednesday, August 12 | 6 - 7:30 pm | online

Answer the question of what it means to be UU.

BIPOC Identity Group

Do you identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or other person of color)? Are you interested in getting together with other BIPOC folks at Common Flame regularly in community? If you answered yes, please email Rev. Jen. All who identify as BIPOC are welcome, including multiracial folks. We won't police identities!

No Commitment Choir

Sunday, August 9 | 8:15 am | Want to sing in the choir this summer? Come to the Common Flame sanctuary by 8:15 am this Sunday, August 9, to learn our arrangement. Then we'll sing together during the worship service at 10 am.

Tai Chi Contemplatives

Monday, August 10 | 5:30 pm | Tai Chi Chih is a gentle internal martial art that strengthens balance, coordination, concentration, lung function, overall strength and creates a sense of ease and calm. Newcomers are always welcome. Contact: Jan Jahner

Caregiver Support Group

Friday, August 14 | 1 - 2:30 pm | online | Join us to connect in a loving & safe community. Exchange resources, personal experiences, reduce feelings of isolation all in a confidential setting. Common Flame believes in walking alongside those facing life's challenges. For more info & to join the meeting, contact Katie Wheeler.

Braver Conversations

Sunday, August 16 | 11:30 am - 1 pm | Deepen your spiritual practice and peacemaking: through practicing Nonviolent Communication together, we will nurture heart-to-heart connection, speaking your truth with compassion, and fostering belonging across differences. Contact: Holly Storm

New Here

Sunday, September 6 | 11:30 am | Discover the welcoming spirit of Common Flame! This class helps you understand the heart and soul of our community. New Here is required for becoming a member. Childcare is available during class this month.

Faith Exploration Class Registration is now open!

Register your youth and children now for our 2026-27 Faith Exploration classes. There are opportunities for infants all the way up to 12th grade. Classes begin Sunday, September 13, 2026.

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Pastoral Care: If you need to speak with a minister, email cares@commonflameuu.org or call 720-CHURCH9 (720-248-7249). Learn more here.

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IGNITE September Deadline

Monday, August 24 | 11 am | Submit an article by replying to this email, or emailing Ray Grosser.

Overflow Parking at Maple Grove Park: Please don't block our fire lanes & dumpsters! You can park at Maple Grove Park (about a half-block west) when our lot is full.

Feeling Sick? Please Stay Home! Join us virtually for Sunday service- we look forward to seeing you again once you're healthy!

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