July 17-23, 2024

Welcome Team: Belonging Boot Camp

• Join the Welcome Team! Whether new to Sunday volunteering or a long-time volunteer, these classes are for you! Through 4 sessions, you'll learn how to foster a sense of belonging in our community, develop strategies for communication, and understand the importance of inclusion at JUC. You'll earn a piece of the Welcome Team pin by completing a session, and the entire program will complete the full pin set. Summer sessions run June 23-August 7. Sign Up Link

Faith Exploration Teachers Needed

• Do you enjoy our young people at church and want to find a way to spend more time with them? Have you ever considered being a Faith Exploration teacher? Come join our team of volunteers who help make our children’s hearts grow every Sunday! If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Laura Lizut. We’d love for you to join our team!

Thursday, July 18

• Affinity Group: Drumming Circle // 6:30 pm // 3rd Thursdays // south commons // Join fellow JUCers for an evening of ecstatic drumming, and possibly dancing.  No drumming experience required, no age or physical limits, beyond the ability to stay up til 8 pm. Bring a hand drum if you have one, but we also have extra drums and other instruments to share. Dancers are always welcome! Contact: Bill Barr

Sunday, July 21

• Climate Change Conversations // 9 am // Sundays through August 25 // patio // We live in a warming world. At one time it seemed a remote concern, but now we learn daily of unwanted outcomes. What are your concerns about our warming world? Bring your questions and ideas for a discussion moderated by Phil Nelson. Phil will lead off each session with a story about a prominent climate actor—a scientist, a journalist, a politician.

• Spiritual Practice Group: Mindfulness Meditation // 9:15 am in person (M3/4) AND 5 - 6:15 pm online // The Mindfulness Meditation group is meeting every Sunday to meditate together. Sunday mornings: 30 minutes silent meditation. Come 5-10 minutes early for meditation instructions. Evening Meeting Link Contact: Tina Voelker

• Abundant Harvest Table // 11 am // south commons // Nourish your body after worship each Sunday with healthy, delicious food lovingly prepared by fellow JUCers. Donations collected benefit Arvada Rising's Homeless Ministry. Volunteers are always needed to prepare food and staff the table. Sign Up Link

Thursday, July 25

• WOMBATS Dads Group // 5:30 pm // The WOMBATS are here to create a community of people who identify as dads to connect authentically. Meetings consist of time to connect socially, share a meal, and a formal program based on listening and reflection. Contact: Erik Greensfelder

Friday, July 26

• Summer of Invitation: Campfire Singalong and Potluck // 6:30 - 8:30 pm // Join us for our 2nd annual Campfire Potluck Singalong - an evening of summer fun, food, singing and s'mores right on our JUC patio. Please bring a dish to share! Feel free to bring a campfire song to share if the spirit moves you. Instruments are also encouraged! All ages welcome and invited to attend! Sign Up Link

Friday, August 2

• Summer of Invitation: Movie in the Park // 7 pm // Parfet Park, Golden // Join Rev. Wendy for an evening of entertainment under the stars! Live music by Eric Golden begins at 7 pm, followed by the film Elemental at dusk (8:30ish). Sign Up Link

Saturday, August 3

• Memorial Service: Rev. Robert Latham // 3:30 pm // Celebrate Rev. Latham's life with family and friends.

Wednesday, August 7

• Faith Exploration Teacher Training // 6 - 8 pm // chapel // We will connect as a community of teachers as we learn about updates to our safety policies, brainstorm best approaches for teaching diverse learners and practice incorporating anti-oppression work into all that we do. Attendance at one of the two trainings is MANDATORY for all 2024-25 Faith Exploration teachers. Sign Up Link

Thursday, August 8

• Summer of Invitation YOUTH Field Trip: Elitch Gardens // 9 am - 5 pm // JUC Middle and High School Youth are invited for a day of fun at Elitch Gardens! We will meet at the JUC parking lot at 9 am, caravan to the park, and head back to JUC around 4:30 pm. Please plan on picking up your child at 5 pm at JUC. Sign Up Link

Saturday, August 10

• Memorial Service: Bailey Belfor // 1:30 pm // Celebrate Bailey's life with family and friends.

Sunday, August 11

• Faith Exploration Teacher Training // 11:30 am - 2 pm // R6/7 // We will connect as a community of teachers as we learn about updates to our safety policies, brainstorm best approaches for teaching diverse learners and practice incorporating anti-oppression work into all that we do. Attendance at one of the two trainings is MANDATORY for all 2024-25 Faith Exploration teachers. Sign Up Link

• New Here // 11:30 am // chapel // Discover the welcoming spirit of JUC! This class helps you understand the heart and soul of our community. You'll learn about the principles that guide us and how you can get involved. We provide food and childcare, so you can focus on getting to know us and what we're all about. Whether you're just curious about our church or looking to take the next step in your spiritual journey, New Here is the perfect place to start. Come as you are and experience the love and belonging at JUC. In order to become a member, we ask that you attend the New here class. Sign Up Link

• Memorial Service: Larry Gilmore // 2 pm // Celebrate Larry's life with family and friends. Watch Link

Saturday, August 17

• Auction Event: 26th Annual Great American Beerfest // 2 - 6 pm // Join us once again for a great not-to-be-missed party for beer aficionados (and those who are merely beer-curious!). Here's how it works: You bring three bottles (or the equivalent) of your favorite craft beer and everybody tastes all the beers! Art will provide several of his famous homebrews and we'll serve substantial munchies to go along with the beer. All funds collected go to support the good work of JUC. Sign Up Link

Sunday, August 25

• All-Church Field Day and Picnic // 11:30 am - 2:30 pm // Maple Grove Park // We'll provide the food, so come hungry and ready to play! Bring the whole family and enjoy a variety of activities designed for all ages. Make some unforgettable memories with your community, and take home some special keepsakes to treasure. Mark your calendars for a day of laughter, celebration, and community connection! Sign Up Link

Wednesday, August 28

• JUC Blood Drive // 2 - 7 pm // Mills building // Give blood right at JUC! For an appointment or more information, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code: JUC. Bring a photo ID or your blood donor card, or two other forms of ID. You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using RapidPass! Visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass for more information.

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Sunday, July 28

• Jefferson Humanists: Misinformation and Disinformation in the Information Age // 4 pm // JUC chapel // Presented by Krista Kafer, Sunday Denver Post columnist, adjunct professor of communication, journalism and political science, and a frequent radio and television commentator. The is hosted by Jefferson Humanists, a chapter of the American Humanist Association. At 4 pm we have social time with light appetizers, soft drinks and wine (for a donation), followed by the program at 4:30 pm.