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THIS SUNDAY - AUGUST 20, 2023

Worship Service

August 20

10:00am

Preaching: Rev. Clover Reuter Beal

Sermon: Living at the Speed of God

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Join us for Sunday worship at 10:00am in the Montview sanctuary. Childcare is available for ages birth-7.

*This service will be livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube and our website. An email will go out with the livestream link on Sunday morning.

Ministry Highlight: Social Justice Ministry

Montview’s Social Justice Ministry works to highlight community and worldwide justice issues by informing the congregation when we see problems that can be addressed. Currently, Social Justice is conducting a drive for school supplies that you can purchase and drop off at tables in the Commons and on the Plaza on August 20 and August 27. Read more HERE.

Flower Donations

Make a gift to dedicate chancel flowers in honor or memory of a loved one. Fresh flowers adorn the sanctuary during Sunday morning worship. Donate here.

SAVE THE DATE

Upcoming Inquirers’ Classes

September 23 | 8:30am-12:30pm

November 11 | 8:30-11:30am; and

November 12 | 9:30-10:30am

Consider joining one of the last two Inquirers’ Classes we’ll be offering in 2023: September 23 or November 11-12. The Inquirers’ Class offers an opportunity to meet with the

co-pastors and to learn more about membership at Montview. Contact todd@montview.org with questions. Learn more HERE.

Supper Clubs 2023-2024 - Sign-Ups are Now Live!

It's that time of year again - Supper Clubs are back and registration is open! The Montview Supper Club program is a wonderful way to get to know a small group of others at the church through meaningful, faith-filled conversations. Learn more and register by clicking HERE.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Second Gaze Fellowship

August 21 | 7:00-8:30pm

If you're interested in exploring contemplative spirituality, please join a group of Montview members for the “Second Gaze Fellowship,” a time of teaching, discussion and group meditation. Meetings are the first and third Monday of the month from 7-8:30pm at the church. Read more HERE.

Anti-Racism Trust Team Fall 2023 Study Series

Registration is Open! 

Beginning September 17 

This fall consider joining one of two studies that further our awareness of the American church's complicity in racism and our commitment to fighting racism: The Color of Compromise and How to Fight Racism. 

For a complete list of class dates and times and to register, click here. 

Adult Faith Formation Videos

To view our complete collection of Adult Faith Formation videos, visit our YouTube "Adult Education" playlist by clicking here.

MUSIC & THE ARTS @ MONTVIEW

Musique and Masque Fall Show

Fiddler on the Roof | September 21-24

Get Your Tickets Today!

Don't miss the opportunity to experience this deeply meaningful and beautiful musical on Montview's stage September 21-24 through the ministry of Musique and Masque. Tickets are now on sale at montview.org/music. For more information, click here.

MISSION @ MONTVIEW

Blankets and Towels: Doing Our Part in Answering the Call to End Homelessness

In two months, 500 individuals experiencing homelessness will be moving into micro-communities as part of the citywide effort to address Denver’s homelessness crisis. Pastors Clover and Ian are part of the city’s “Faith Leaders” group supporting this effort and as a practical way to help, we have committed to contribute 500 new blankets and towels for these micro-communities by September 17. Montview will purchase the blankets and towels in bulk and you can click this link to underwrite a blanket and towel set for $25. Read more HERE.

School Supply Collection

August 20 and August 27 (Commons)

The Montview Social Justice Committee is collecting school supply items for both Stedman and Montclair Elementary schools. You may pick up a list of items on a table in the Commons this Sunday. Please bring items to the Commons on August 20 and 27. Read more HERE. 

Hawai'i Wildfires - Give Assistance Today!

Multiple fires continue to burn in Hawai'i on the islands of Maui and Hawai'i (The Big Island). Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is working with a pastor on O'ahu and the Presbytery of the Pacific to provide assistance to those impacted by the devastating fires. Please support PDA's response by clicking here.

Celebrate Musana's 15-Year Anniversary

September 16 | 6:00pm (3403 Brighton Blvd)

Montview Mission Partner Musana will be celebrating its 15-year anniversary at The Brighton on September 16 at 6:00pm. Guests will enjoy delicious cuisine, a live auction, and entertainment, and hear from special guests Tim and Demi-Leigh Tebow. To learn more and purchase tickets, click here.

SAVE THE DATE: September 30, 2023

Montview Mission Life Forum

9:30-11:30am

Interested in learning more about Montview’s commitment to local and global outreach work? Wondering how to get involved in the church’s many mission opportunities? Join us for updates from current partners and programs. We will also share an update on the mission impact funds grant-making process. Coffee and pastries will be served.

Soul Food - Help Distribute Meals

Montview's Soul Food ministry prepares and delivers meals to individuals in need. They are inviting the congregation to join in their work through the distribution of meals. Click here to learn more this ministry and how you can volunteer.

Meet Our Mission Partners

Montview believes we’re called to put our resources and energy toward building a better world. Mission Life at Montview means partnering with others to bring about peace, justice and compassion. Click here to learn about our partnering organizations, and how you can help.

CHILDREN @ MONTVIEW

Our Sunday School Families Picnic on the Playground will be on August 20 following the 10:00am service. This will be a time to learn more about our program and to connect with Montview families!



The Montview Children’s Committee

Summer Schedule

Our summer programming for children is limited to childcare from 9:30-11:30am each Sunday. This care is in Rooms 110 and 112 for children birth-second grade.

Full Schedule Returns on September 10!

We will return to our full schedule, including childcare from 8:00am-12:30pm and Sunday School and Choirs from 9:30-10:40am on September 10! Please watch for details!

We look forward to seeing your family!

Contact: Sandy Prouty, prouty@montview.org

Summer Sacred Art 2024

Our Summer Sacred Art 2023 was an important success! We are very grateful to be building back this program after the pandemic and Montview construction years. Our planning for next summer has begun. Our dates are the weeks of June 17-21; June 24-28; July 15-19; July 22-26, 2024! Please save these dates and watch for registration to begin in November 2023! Click here for a program description. 

Faithful Parenting: Moments of the Heart

These short videos offer suggestions for bringing Christian education and faith formation into your home and week. We hope you find these helpful!

Watch Moments of the Heart Here

YOUTH @ MONTVIEW

Confirmation Registration

Registration for the Confirmation Class of 2024 is open to all youth entering 8th grade and above. Learn more about the confirmation program at Montview here.

PARTICIPATE IN WORSHIP

Be an integral part of our worship services by serving in the following roles:

Sunday Scripture Readers: Lovers of the Word, Breathing Life into Scripture

We are called to proclaim the Word of God. You can be a reader in worship.

Public speaking experience is NOT a requirement; all are welcome to experience the joy of participating in this ministry. 

God does not call the equipped but equips the called. Hebrews 13:21

Click here to sign up.

Greeter Sign-Ups

Be the friendly first face that people see when they arrive at church each Sunday morning! Take part in this special ministry - sign up today!

Communion Servers

We welcome PC(USA) ordained elders and deacons to this ministry. Click here to sign up for the dates you'd like to serve communion.

IN OTHER NEWS

Choose Earth Care - Ride Free on RTD

RTD has launched a pilot program that will allow youth ages 19 and younger to ride all RTD services at no cost from September 1 through August 31, 2024. Take this opportunity to help reduce air pollution in our surrounding nine counties. To learn more, click HERE.

Denver Vision & Values Survey

Complete By August 31!

Members of Montview and other multi-faith congregations have been working to bring a faith voice to our newly elected officials in Denver. Support Together Colorado in this effort by filling out this short Denver Vision & Values Survey by August 31. Your responses will give their faith team direction in building our People's Budget to take to our public officials.

Registration Open! Montview Conservatory for the Arts Classes for the ‘23-’24 School Year

Registration is open for Montview Conservatory for the Arts music and theatre classes for the 2023-24 school year. Click here for more information. Class details and registration links can be found at www.montconarts.org. For questions, contact Heidi Shriver: hshriver105@gmail.com or 303-358-0182. 

Art Reflection - Gauguin

Read Sandy Prouty's art reflection on Washerwomen, 1888, by Paul Gauguin, by clicking here.

MONTVIEW COMMUNITY

If you'd like to participate in our Montview groups and/or committees, here's a helpful resource list.

For opportunities to be of service in our historic building, throughout Denver and around the world, visit the "Serve" page on our website.