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November 24 Gail Blecher Jim Daubert Steve Gregg Jackson Reed Teague Roberts Kay Vucasovich November 25 Helen Baker Shari Brian Elizabeth Bridges Seadon McMullen Yvette Roach November 26 Ronald Andersen Marla Lopez Elizabeth Ohl Clifford Robinson November 27 Dylan McDonald Leah Rocha Vince Smith Jon Stepleton

November 28 Sharon Jacobsen Lisa Navarro Gudrun Vest November 29 Scott Anspach Janet Broom Kathryn Peel Dave Weesner November 30 Arthur Britton Carroll Clabaugh Maile Fisher Joe Frei Margie Gentry Katelyn Littlefield Sharon Padilla Julie Reiling Janet Tompkins

November 24 George & Pat Ehrman - 30 years Dan & Pat Friedell - 37

November 25 Jim & Gail Eamon - 53 years

November 26 Dave & Linda Holt - 37 years

November 27 John & Moyer Brunk - 54 years

A Special Happy Birthday to

Elizabeth Bridges who will be 97 on November 25

Congratulations !

Our condolences and prayers surround the family and

friends of Carl “John” Luksic

Susan’s husband; Laura & Lisa’s father. His service will be Monday, November 25

at 11:00 am in the Worship Center.

Please Note: The Memorial Service for

Grace Gerard is scheduled for

Monday, December 2 at 1:00 pm in the Worship Center with a reception

following in the Fireside Room.

Our condolences and prayers surround the family and

friends of Lucille Cunningham

Mark Cunningham’s mother. Her service was this past Wednesday

in our sanctuary.

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Cliff Allen Brian Anderson Cheri Anderson Wanda Anderson The Archibald Family Felicia Arnold Jaclyn Arnold Charlotte Auten Susanne Baker Kirsten & Garrett Boyd Ray Brown Andrea Bullock Gene & Angie Burklund Gene Cartwright The Vera Church Family Leslie Crowley The Denny Family Anna Dillow Michael Foret Jimmy Garcia Steve Gaspard Chris Gerbig Andy Grasmick Lee Gross Mark Hallenbeck Jon Haring Naia Harrison Peter Hauer The Hawkins Family Sara Hayden Beverly Hodges Casey Jacobs Josh Jones Tonya Kemmling Diana Keys John Klatt Jesse Lawrence & Family David Letcher Womack Martin

Jay McCoy Brandon Miller & Family Debra Mills Mark Mueller Patrick Murphy Don Nelson Rhea Nordberg Sam Norton & Family John Ordahl Sr. Craig Parlet Kristin Partenza Cullie Powell Angela Putzi Roger Putzi Don Reed Don Reichert The David Reid Family Ethel Riegel Aaron Rindahl Sylvia Roger Schomber Ron Scott Bev Strecker Lori Stevens Russ Stott Shirley Styrbicky Don Swearingen & Family Aaron Thorson Verdawna & Jeff Martin Weston Scott Wilkinson Greg & Carolyn Young Nick Zuardo & Family

Please keep these members of First Lutheran, their family and friends, in your prayers this week.

This will be the final weekend to shop at the annual Mission Marketplace. Unique

hand-crafted items are available for purchase in the Gathering Place following Saturday evening and Sun-

day morning services through Sunday.

Theatre Group The Sound of Music

When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she’s dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern captain, and they marry. The family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Please sign up and pay at the Welcome Center in the Gathering Place beginning Sunday, November 10. Deadline for signing up is Sunday, December 15.

Advent Calendars are available

for purchase outside the

Book Alcove.

Last Chance!

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A YARN ABOUT YARN By Patti Olsen - Knit - Crochet Ministry Last May the Knit-Crochet Ministry received a Thrivent Action Team grant to spend on yarn which we planned to use to produce items for local homeless individuals. I happily went shopping and we all started new projects. Thrivent asks that we post information

about our projects on their internet site. Our posting was spotted by another yarn lover and Action Team leader in Casper, Wyoming. Dear Nancy tracked me down by sending a letter to First Lutheran. She offered to send us “some” yarn which she didn’t think she would be using. To date, we have received three large boxes of yarn from her - enough for many items!

That is not the end of the story. Nancy’s friend Amanda in Pennsylvania heard about our group from Nancy and has sent us two huge boxes of yarn. In addition, we have been given donations of yarn from some of our congregational members. It is wonderful to have yarn from diverse sources. Often there is not enough of one color/type to complete a project, but by mixing and matching, we can use it all. One Thrivent grant has been multiplied many times over through the generosity of others.

We are looking for more church members who like to knit and/or crochet. If you cannot get to a Saturday gathering, just contact us and we will get you supplied with yarn and ideas for our many projects. For further information, contact Marcia Foret at 719-632-8836 ext. 6064 or by email: marcia@flccs.net.

Briarhurst Manor Luncheon

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High School Youth Here are scheduled opportunities for fellowship and gathering, service opportunities, and fun events. Friends are always welcome!

Senior High Retreat

Lessons and Carols

Christmas Party and White Elephant

Middle School Youth We will have a regularly scheduled youth group time on the second Sunday of each month from 3:30 - 5 pm. As always, we love when you bring friends!

Bowling

Service Project

Dinner and a Movie

Gingerbread Houses and Dutch Run!

Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp

It’s time to think about Summer Camp 2020! Rainbow Trail opened early registration on November 1st for members of the Rocky Mountain Synod. We will be sending kids to camp on the following schedules:

• July 5-11, Senior High campers entering 9th -12th grades

• July 26- August 1, Junior & Junior High campers entering 4th -8th grades

• July 26-29, Campers entering 2nd & 3rd grade for half a week

Do not miss this special opportunity to send your child to camp for a transformational week of fun, fellowship and growth in faith! If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Carrie at carrie@flccs.net.

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Book Discussion Group

Selection to read: Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery; the classic coming-of-age tale of Anne Shirley, originally published in 1908. It is a sentimental and charming story we’ve probably all read when we were much, much younger. Set in the fictional Canadian town of Avonlea on Prince Edward Island, this story of a spirited and unconventional little girl will win your heart and make you smile. Book selections for next year to be determined.

Book selections for the next year to be determined.

Come to Bethlehem Children’s Christmas Program

Everyone in preschool – 5th grade is encouraged to attend. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to Christmas Unlimited. There is a mandatory dress rehearsal on Sat., Dec. 7 from 9 – 11:15 am. Preschoolers will need to bring a clean, white t-shirt that hangs to their knees.

LESSONS & CAROLS FOR THE ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS SEASON

First Lutheran Choir Instrumentalists Carillon Ringers

Traditional Pie Fest follows in the Gathering Place

Enjoy a wide variety of homemade pies and Culver’s frozen custard.

Sign up in church or call 719.632.8836

to provide a cut pie (eight pieces), help with set up at 3:15 or clean up after the Pie Fest.

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“The Heart of Christianity” Bible study resumes

November 21 at 6:30 pm • Upstairs Conference

November 21 - Jesus – The Heart of God (pp 80-99) November 28- No class - Thanksgiving December 5 - Born Again – A New Heart (pp 103-123) December 1 - The Kingdom of God – The Heart of Justice (pp 126-146) December 19 - Thin Places – Opening the Heart (pp 149-163) December 26 - No class – Christmas break January 2—Sin and Salvation – Transforming the Heart (pp 164-184) January 9 - The Heart of the Matter – Practice (pp 187-205) January 16 - Heart and Home – Being a Christian in an Age of Pluralism (pp 207-225)

Deck the Halls! There will be two opportunities to help decorate the inside and outside of the church for the Advent/ Christmas season:

Sunday, December 1, noon We’ll attach garland and wreaths to the fence around the church property.

After hanging garland - Lunch

Then, decorate trees around the church, set up other decorations

Thursday, December 5, 10 am We will finish any decorating.

Call 719.632.8836, or sign up in church.

Women’s Advent Tea Praise God with Song

First Lutheran women of all ages and their guests are cordially invited to set aside a Satur-day morning for fellowship and a special time with sisters in Christ. Come and join the wom-en of First Lutheran and enjoy wonderful re-freshments and inspirational Christmas music from the High Country Brass Quintet. We in-vite you to host a table of six and share your cre-ative touch by providing a festive “Praise God with Song” theme with your holiday place set-tings, napkins and decorations. (Food, silver-ware and drinks will be provided) Sign up on the opportunity sheet in church.

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Give+ Church Mobile App

Have you visited the App Store or Google Play to download GivePlus Church, our mobile giving app? We hope you have, and that you’re finding it a fast, easy way to give. If you haven’t, please take a couple of minutes to visit the App Store or Google Play and search for “GivePlus Church” to download the app for free and start donating today! We thank you and all givers for supporting our mission.

November Sunday Adult Seminar Schedule

November 24 Heart to Heart:

Conversations Around Aging

Has your family considered the effects of aging in older family members? This class will provide tips and tools to initiate healthy heart-to-heart conversations today to help reduce stress in the future. It is designed to help you gain a better understanding of your parents’ or your own desires for the future. Participants receive information and tips for discussing wishes and potential needs so you all can be prepared and enjoy more peace of mind about the future. Class will be led by Cheryl Mahon.

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INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN EACH KIT:

• ONE light-weight bath-size towel (between 20” x 40” and 52” x 27”), dark color recommended

• TWO or three bath-size bars of soap equaling 8 to 9 oz., any brand, in original wrapping • ONE adult-size toothbrush in its original packaging* • ONE sturdy comb, remove packaging • ONE metal nail clippers (attached file optional),

remove packaging * Toothbrush multi-packs may be used by sealing an individual toothbrush in a business-size envelope; no plastic bags or wrap

HOW TO PACK YOUR KITS OF CARE : Fold the towel in half width-wise. Place the rest of the items in the towel, fold and roll so nothing falls out, and secure with yarn, ribbon, string or rubber bands.

Shipping cost is $5.00 per kit; make checks payable to First Lutheran. PLEASE, DO NOT PUT CHECKS INSIDE THE KIT: turn in your check at the Welcome Center, Round Desk or give to a staff member. Kits are due by December 15 in the Gathering Place.

Trail Trekkers’ Hikes (Men and Women welcome)

Saturday, December 14 - Cheyenne Mt. State Park (off Highway 115), 9 am

The hike will be on the Blackmer Loop, which is rated moderate with some elevation gain. This is a park staff favorite because of great pines and rock gardens along the way. Lunch is op-tional after the hike. Total mileage is about 4½. Bring money for the shared park fee of $8.00.

November Food & Clothing Ingathering

Whether you are reorganizing your closets or pantry, or purchasing a little extra at the store for those in need, it is easy to donate clothes or nonperishable food items to Ecumenical Social Ministries. Especially needed at this time are bottled water, mac & cheese, canned soup, peanut butter & canned meat. Clothing is collected at the Carriage House, the single gray door off the alley. Food items may be placed in the thruway (south door, main building, off the alley). No out-of-date food, please. There is a receptacle in the Gathering Place closet for personal-sized items.

Thank you for your generous support!

Heavenly Delights Our church cookbook features over 500 tried and true recipes that are sure to become family favorites. Cookbooks are available in the Welcome Center for $15.00.

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REGULARLY SCHEDULED Pastor’s Bible Study Wednesdays, 10 am, Fireside Room Cancer Prayer Support Group Fourth Saturday of the month, 10 am, Library Sign up in church, or call 719.447.6068. Sunday Adult Seminar November 17, Identity Theft Sundays, 9:15 am, Worship Center The Heart of Christianity Thursday, November 21 6:30 - 7:30 pm Upstairs Conference Room Jesus - The Heart of God, pages 80-99 The Gift of the Years - Growing Old Gracefully Thursdays, through November 21 10 - 11:30 am, Fireside Room

12-STEP SUPPORT GROUPS Sunday 4:00 pm CODA Women’s Group, Main Floor 6:00 pm “Old North End” AA, 2nd Floor, SW Room 203 Monday 6:00 pm Emotions Anonymous, 2nd Floor, SW Room 203 6:30 pm Debtors Anonymous, 2nd Floor, NW Room 204 7:30 pm “Attitude of Gratitude” Al-Anon, 2nd Floor,

SW Room 203 Tuesday 9:00 am Overeaters Anonymous, Main Floor

(through the end of March) 5:30 pm Tuesday Evening Meditation & Solutions AA

Meeting, Main Floor 7:00 pm Al-Anon Family Group, Lower Level 7:00 pm Al-Anon Group Parent Meeting, Main Floor

Wednesday 7:30 am Sexaholics Anonymous, 2nd Floor, NW Room

204 5:30 pm Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous, 2nd Floor,

SW Room 203 6:00 pm “164” AA Support Group, Lower Level 7:00 pm Women’s Discovery Empowerment Group,

2nd Floor, NW Room 204 7:30 pm Recovering Snowflakes meeting of Cocaine

Anonymous, Main Floor Friday 5:00 pm CODA Support Group, Lower Level 5:30 pm Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous, 2nd Floor,

SW Room 203 7:00 pm Co-dependency Anonymous, Lower Level 7:00 pm “Living Free” AA Group, 2nd Floor, SW Room 203 Saturday 8:30 am Sexaholics Anonymous, 2nd Floor, NW

Room 204 8:30 am S-Anon Family Group, Lower Level 2:30 pm “Gift of the Heart” Alcoholics Anonymous,

Main Floor All groups meet in the Peel House on the north side of the church property.

Christmas Poinsettias If you would like to designate a poinsettia which will be displayed during the Christmas Eve services in memory of or in honor of a loved one or event, please visit the Welcome Center on Sunday or the Reception Desk from 9 - 5 during the week. A special Christmas list will be published in the Christmas Eve bulletin on December 24. The cost is $9.00 per plant. Designations must be received by Tuesday, December 17.

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