Friday, from 6-9 pm

The McMane Arts Ministry is proud to announce our next show by two

of our own church members, Catharine Millar Woods and Melody Fuller. Catharine’s watercolors are part of an on-going series of Christmas-themed paintings. Melody’s work focuses on faces, some familiar and some from around the world. Both artists primarily work in watercolors. Chappell Kingsland (pianist), will provide music. Mindful works, Bonney Forbes and other artists will have sale items. Refreshments provided.

Saturday at 4 pm

Join us for a potluck at 4 pm in Plymouth Hall before we get into costume and go to our starting position at 6:00ish to walk with the First Cong float in the Parade of Lights. Afterwards, stay for our Jingle & Mingle, our Open House for the whole city. Hear our amazing Congregational Bells and a Ukulele Orchestra. Visit our Crèche display, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies. Decorate ornaments, cookies, and visit with Santa. Email Deborah for info.

Sunday, at 9:30 am - Standish Room

“Jesus! Do you Expect Me to Believe That?”, Joseph. The first two chapters of Matthew’s Gospel share the story of five dreams and prophecies communicated to Joseph and the Three Wise Men. We will ponder how God communicates to us. We will consider art of Joseph’s first dream as depicted in an 11th century monastery capital carving, two 17th Century Renaissance oil paintings, and finally, through the eyes of the late 19th century painting of Swiss-Italian painter Antonio Ciseri.

Sunday, at 10:00 am

The high school Sunday school lessons will focus on Mental Health. Bill Forbes will help facilitate. We will have open conversations, helpful tips and guided meditations. We hope to provide the youth a chance to relax and take stock of their mental state during a stressful time. We will meet for 90 minutes to allow plenty of space for this tough subject. Please have your high school youth arrive for Sunday school at 10:00 am.

Sunday, from 12:00 pm – 1:30pm - Heritage Room

The Spiritual Support Group for Caregivers meets on a monthly basis serving those who provide care for loved ones. The group is facilitated

by volunteers and offers a safe and confidential setting where one can receive support for the sometimes challenging caregiver journey.

The meetings are structured along respectful guidelines that foster sharing, reflection, and an invitational spirit.

Email  Bill Forbes, or  Margaret Perez for more information.

Sunday, from 2 – 3:30 pm - Heritage Room

You are invited to join Bill Forbes for an ongoing Spiritual Support Group for Grief on the 2nd Sundays of the month in the Heritage Room from

2-3:30PM. This is an open group and does not require a commitment.

All discussions are confidential. For questions contact  Bill Forbes.

Sundays, December 1 through 22 - Link & Plymouth Hall

This Advent marks our 25th year with the Alternative Gift Market. In this 25th year, our cumulative support for this special offering will pass $200,000! In lieu of traditional gifts for loved ones, the Market allows you to donate in their name to a cause, microloan or organization from the 30 groups vetted by Alternative Gift International, Select a card and receive an insert describing your contribution to give at Christmas Learn more about the organizations here. Contact Susan Bryant to volunteer to help.

Please pick up an Advent Calendar from the Children’s Table to take home with you as you celebrate the 4 weeks of Advent as a family. Grandparents can give them to their grandchildren. Adults can explore your inner child as you do the suggested activities. We encourage you

to celebrate Advent everyday throughout the season!

This is the last Sunday for collection of new and gently used toys in good condition. Bring your donations now. This is a great time, just before Christmas, to cull through toys and books and games and instill

a generous spirit in gifting these things to children who will love

and appreciate them. Learn more here.

Christmas Pageant signup is now open to children in Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School grades. To sign your child up please go HERE. The Pageant is on Christmas Eve at 4pm with the mandatory rehearsal on the 23rd from 9-noon for Middle Schoolers and 10:00-noon for Elementary and Kindergarten. Please see the registration site for more information or contact Deborah Voss

Monday, December 9 from 7 to 8:30 pm - Heritage Room

Are you or family members dealing with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or some other mental health challenge? Join us for

a safe and confidential meeting to explore the issues surrounding

these challenges.

For more information email  Anne Weiher.

Wednesday, December 11 at 5:30 pm - Chapel

Although we think of Christmas as a season of joy and celebration, there are many who find this time of year difficult as they grieve the death of a loved one, struggle with depression, or experience estrangement. Join us for a special contemplative prayer service, a space beyond Sunday morning worship to acknowledge our sorrow. Scripture, soft carols, poetry, and candlelight surround this time of extended silence, gentle community, and expressions of Advent longing.

Sunday, December 15, 8:30 am - Chapel

Lectio divina is the slow prayerful reading of Scripture. Visio Divina adds a step in this contemplative practice with art. For our chapel worship on this day, join us for a quiet service of listening and seeing Luke’s story of the Annunciation, the visitation of the angel Gabriel to Mary, through the art of Titian and Gerhard Richter. 

Sunday, December 15 at 9:30 am - Standish Room

“Jesus! We Just Got Here and Already Have to Skip Town?”

Continuing with our dream theme, we will examine art of Joseph’s dream warning him to flee to Egypt. Artistic interpretations of Gandolfi and Rembrandt will be highlighted.

Sunday, December 15, 10:30 am - Sanctuary

The Faith Singers will join the Chancel Choir to sing “Magnificat” by Kim Andre Arnesen. Born 1980 in Norway, Arnesen, has rapidly gained an international reputation as one of the most prominent young composers of our time. “Magnificat,” his first larger work for choir, organ, and orchestra, premiered in 2010. Arnesen was Artist-in-residence with the Denver based ensemble Kantorei during their 2015-16 season. Come to worship early to enjoy an extended prelude by our Congregational Bells.

Sunday, December 15, 11:45 am - Heritage Room

Are you new to the First Congregational Church community, and looking

to find out more and get better connected? Join us on December 15

after 10:30 am worship to get to know some of the ministers and leaders

at FCC, ask any questions you may have, and learn more about the many ways you can get involved. 

Sunday, December 15 from 2:30-5:30 pm - Denver

Join others in the Progressive Congregations Network to review the legislative process, practice telling your story for change, hear about the 2020 legislative session priorities, and learn how your faith-rooted voice makes a difference in our community! 1st Baptist Church Downtown - 1375 N. Grant St., Denver. Sign up for PCN Leg Day  HERE. 

Sunday, December 22, 10:30 am - Sanctuary

We invite you to jump in, roll up your sleeves, and enter deeply into

the life and ministry of our congregation. We’re receiving new members at 10:30 am worship. If you would like to join us, please contact

Julie Griffitts.

4:00 pm

Christmas Pageant with Faith Singers and Joyful Noise Choir

7:00 pm

Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols and Bells

9:00 pm

Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols and Choir

Sunday, December 29, 10:30 am - Sanctuary

Join us for one morning Intergenerational Service in the Sanctuary.

January 31 – February 2, 2020

What are the stories of your life that make you who you are? What might you learn about yourself and who you are becoming by sharing your stories with others? How might our relationships grow and our faith deepen as we tell them? What might we discover about God? Join us as we explore our stories in conversation, in writing, in art, and in worship at the Highlands Retreat Center in Allenspark. This year’s retreat begins with dinner on Friday evening. Find out more and register.  

We have a wish list! These are items that the church is saving up for

and if you want to add to the savings, now is a great time.

One new 12-foot artificial Christmas trees to grace the chancel, replacing the ones that have seen much better days (one has already been given!)

New vinyl tile flooring in Plymouth Hall that will include an inlay

of a Labyrinth!

New sound equipment for Plymouth Hall so that we can have

Dinner Church without technical difficulties.

Eco friendly storm windows for the windows on the first floor

of the Faith Center.

There are several ways you can give. Simply identify how you would like your year end gift to be used...

Write a check to First Congregational Church.

Use a credit card through text to give.

Send a text to 73256, with "joy2givefcc" in the message.

Transfer assets.

For further information, please contact Beverly Miller or 303-442-1787. 

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