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This Week @ Montview
May 28, 2026
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Holy Trinity Sunday
May 31 | 10:00am
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Preaching: Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20
| | Special Music: Summer Choir | | Join us for Sunday worship at 10:00am in the Montview sanctuary. Childcare will be available from 9:30–11:30am for children ages birth–7. | | *This service will be livestreamed on YouTube and our website. An email will go out with the livestream link on Sunday morning. | | |
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Following worship, join us for AfterWORD: Reflections on the Sermon - a series of intimate conversations with our guest preachers, where the sermon ends and the dialogue begins. Virtual Fellowship time will not be taking place this Sunday. Join on Zoom by clicking here.
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Guest Preacher: Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber
Sunday, May 31 | 10:00am
We are happy to welcome Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber to our pulpit once again. Rev. Bolz-Weber is serving as Theologian-in-Residence at Montview Church, as well as Pastor of Public Witness with the Rocky Mountain Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Learn more HERE.
AfterWORD: Reflections on the Sermon
May 31, June 14, June 21, & July 26 | 11:15am (McCollum Room)
Watch the Livestream Here
A series of intimate conversations with our guest preachers, where the sermon ends and the dialogue begins.
May 31: Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber
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Ministry Highlight: Montview Deacons
The Deacon mission is to follow in the example of Jesus in loving by serving. It is a ministry of caring, love, compassion, prayer, and community service. Our work most often centers on three things: friendship, food, and financial assistance. A special offering will be received this Sunday, May 31, for the Deacons' Fund that supports members in need. If you have questions about becoming a deacon or the work we do, please visit our Deacons' table in the Commons or contact Susan Mooney (sus.mooney@gmail.com) or Jason Eleson (jasoneleson3@gmail.com).
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Summer Choir: All Are Welcome!
Starts This Sunday, May 31 | 9:15am
Ever wonder what it’s like to sing in the Westminster Choir with our glorious pipe organ right at your back? It’s a pretty incredible music making experience. Summer Choir will sing at our 10:00am services on May 31, June 7, 14, 21 and 28. Just arrive at the choir loft by 9:15am. Read more HERE.
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Welcoming Rev. Dr. Alex Wimberly as Montview’s Next Installed Co-Pastor
With joy and gratitude, we are excited to welcome Rev. Dr. Alex Wimberly as Montview’s next Installed Co-Pastor following the congregational vote on May 17. Alex brings a deep commitment to reconciliation, compassionate leadership, and community building, and we look forward to the gifts he will bring to Montview’s ministry in the years ahead. We also extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us in person and online for this meaningful moment in the life of our church, and to the Co-Pastor Nominating Committee for their faithful work, prayer, and discernment throughout this journey.
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All-Church Cookout
June 7 | Following the 10am Service
Please join the Deacons in welcoming the beginning of summer with a free cookout at the church on June 7! The Deacons will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs (including vegetarian options) and will have chips, watermelon and cookies. Read more HERE.
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Afghan Women’s Collective Pop-Up Boutique June 6 and 7 | 10am-3pm (Montview Blvd)
The Afghan Women’s Collective will hold a Pop-up Boutique along Montview Boulevard in front of the church to coincide with the Park Hill Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and 7. We’ll be selling home-made items made by the Afghan women whom Montview have supported as a charity from 10am to 3pm each day. The families have lost Medicaid coverage and SNAP benefits; please come to support their work. More details HERE.
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AfterWORD: Reflections on the Sermon
May 31, June 14, June 21, & July 26
11:15am (McCollum Room)
Watch the Livestream Here
A series of intimate conversations with our guest preachers, where the sermon ends and the dialogue begins. Livestream will be offered via Zoom in place of Virtual Fellowship Time. Childcare is available.
May 31: Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber. Rev. Bolz-Weber is serving as Theologian-in-Residence at Montview Church, as well as Pastor of Public Witness with the Rocky Mountain Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
June 14: Rev. Peter Marty. Rev. Marty serves as editor/publisher of The Christian Century, a journal devoted to shaping America’s conversation about religion and faith in public life. He is a retired Lutheran pastor (ELCA) who spent 39 years in parish ministry.
June 21: Rev. Terrance Carroll, J.D. Rev. Carroll was the first African American Speaker of the House in Colorado. He holds a Master of Divinity degree from the Iliff School of Theology and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver. He is currently a doctoral student at United Theological Seminary.
July 26: Rev. Dr. Ben Sanders III. Rev. Dr. Sanders III serves as the Chief Equity Officer for the City and County of Denver. He holds a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Theology and Social Ethics from the University of Denver and the Iliff School of Theology.
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Second Gaze Fellowship
June 3 | 6:30-7:45pm
Second Gaze is a contemplative gathering of prayer, music and meditation. There will be a brief teaching on different contemplative practices at 6:30pm, followed by music and meditation at 7:00pm. Meetings are the first and third Wednesday of the month in Barrett Chapel. For more information, contact Beth Ellsworth at ellsworth@montview.org.
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Waymakers/Montview Young Adults (20s/30s)
May 31 | 6:00pm (Heritage Center)
Calling all Young Adults! Join in this summer. Click to RSVP for Game Night on May 31 at 6:00pm at Montview. Are you a young adult looking to get plugged in or need someone to pray with you? Email Colleen at colleen@montview.org.
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Together Colorado Listening Session for Montview's Council District
May 31 | 9-9:45am (McCollum Room)
Join Montview and Together Colorado this Sunday, May 31, from 9–9:45am in the McCollum Room for donuts and conversation ahead of an important meeting with Denver City Councilmember Darrell Watson. Share concerns about neighborhood issues, immigrant safety, municipal court sentencing, Xcel negotiations, and more. RSVP to marilynn.ackermann@gmail.com. Read more HERE.
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Seeking Volunteers for Reception Desk Support
Summer is almost here, and church is abuzz with activity! WE'RE SEEKING summertime desk volunteers. If you are interested in a weekly 3-hour opportunity, please email ellsworth@montview.org to learn more about the skills required for this role. Our primary need is Wednesday afternoons; there's also a Sunday morning opportunity and a few weekday gaps when a sub is needed.
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Pathfinders - Summer Break
Pathfinders will take a summer break in July and August right after the June Potluck Picnic at Janet Cartwight’s home. Our next formal meeting will be on September 11. For additional information you may contact Mary Jo at msmjbush@gmail.com.
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Montview Childcare Summer Schedule
Our childcare for children birth - 7 years continues this summer from 9:30-11:30am in our rooms on the Montview Preschool floor. We do extend care for the AfterWORD conversations. We hope to see you in the weeks ahead!
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Family Faith - Faith Formation Beyond Sunday Morning!
Each week we will share a faith formation focus for your family - an awareness, a conversation, an activity!
In this season of graduations at every level, faith comes to mind. Will our children be able to live their faith in the new circumstances ahead? Maybe the Bible can help us answer yes! This summer, choose a verse to read together often. John 14:27 or Phillippians 4:4-7 are possibilities!
Please contact Sandy at prouty@montview.org if you have an activity you would like to share with other families.
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Temple Micah Event:
Sabbath Queen Movie Screening and Discussion
Sunday, June 7 | 2:00pm (Miller Center)
Register Here
Celebrate Pride Month with a film screening and discussion of The Sabbath Queen! Special guest rabbinical student and teacher, Yael Shalom, will join us to help set the kavanah (intention) for the program. Open to all! Popcorn and movie snacks will be provided. Suggested donation of $18. Register Here.
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Flower Dedications
New beginnings, birthdays, anniversaries, and gratitude are all great reasons for chancel flower dedication. What or whom do you wish to honor, thank, or remember with fresh flowers given to the glory of God for display in the sanctuary on a Sunday? Click here to make your gift of flowers.
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Communion Servers
We are seeking PC(USA) ordained elders and deacons to serve in this ministry. Click here to sign up for the dates you'd like to serve communion.
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Greeter Sign-Ups
Be part of the team that warmly welcomes visitors and members when they arrive at church on Sunday mornings - sign up today!
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Safety & Security Response Team
Sign up to be part of Montview's Safety & Security Response Team on Sunday mornings by clicking here.
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Sign-Up Your Child to Be an Acolyte
Acolyte: a child who participates in the worship service by carrying a processional cross or lighting the Christ candle
Montview acolytes bring the light of Christ into the sanctuary, leading the processional at the 11:00am service. Students in grades 3 through 12 are welcome to serve. Sign up and learn more HERE.
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Prayer Tree
Alex Adgate; Ruth Armbruster; The Croke family; Bill Dobrenen; Rev. Emory Gillespie; The Graves family (mourning the death of Cindi Graves); Jill Grove (sister of Tom Grove); Luanne Hazelrigg (mother of Lynn Hetterich); Joe Henry (friend of the Beals); Joe Hickman; The family of Tim Hobbins (relative of Cindy and Terry Oakes); The Hoeft family; Nancy Keesee (mother of Kelly Keesee); Gerry Kleinfeld (friend/mentor to Doug Easton); Sherwood Lingenfelter (brother of Paul Lingenfelter); Sam Mateo; Charlotte Medley (sister of Mary Medley); Bob Michael (godfather of Debby Sycamore); The Shuster-Haynes family (mourning the death of Mark Haynes); Jan Tazelaar; Garrett Weems (son of Pam Weems); The Wehner family (mourning the death of Margaret Wehner)
Births
May 14 | Lillian Elizabeth Goldberg, child of Shelley and Benjamin Goldberg
Deaths
May 23 | Margaret Wehner
May 20 | Mark Haynes (Memorial Service June 13 at 1pm in the Miller Chapel)
April 30 | Cindi Graves
Pastoral Care Concerns
Please reach out to the church with pastoral care concerns such as illnesses,
hospitalizations, deaths, births, or any other change of personal circumstances or condition. Contact: caring@montview.org or (303) 355-1651 (general mailbox voicemail). For pastoral care emergencies, please call (303) 355-1651 and press 4.
(If you'd like to be listed on, or removed from, the prayer list, please email caring@montview.org to let us know.)
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Art Reflection: Shahn
Read Sandy Prouty's art reflection on Wheat Field, 1958, by Ben Shahn, by clicking here.
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