In the Mud Community Engagement Grant
2021 Application NOW OPEN!
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The work of Jesus was done on the ground: He got his hands “in the mud” with the people he served, directly helping those who came to him – the outcasts, the sick, the poor, and the forgotten—and he asked his disciples to do the same. APPLY TODAY! Application the application deadline is July 30, 2021.
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Special Edition 2021 General Synod is less than a week away!
This is an incredible opportunity to experience the wider church without having to leave the comfort of your own home. Valarie Kaur, who was the keynote at our Annual Celebration, will also keynoting at General Synod, along with Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, who is president of Sojourners and author of Mobilizing Hope: Faith-inspired Activism for a Post Civil Rights Generation.
Along with the keynote speakers, there will be powerful worship experiences, 50 incredible workshops to choose from, and a night when we come together across our denomination and celebrate all the many ways God is moving in our midst as the United Church of Christ. You can preview it all here: www.generalsynod.org. It's not too late to REGISTER!
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Event Feedback and Annual Celebration 2022
How was your experience at Church Anew, Annual Celebration 2021? We want to know what worked well, what didn't work so well, and what you'd like to see next year. While we don't know the exact dates or locations yet, we are already thinking about what Annual Celebration 2022 will involve. We need your input to plan another successful Annual Celebration. Complete this brief survey to let us know how we did this year and your preferences for our 2022 meeting.
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Wholeness & Wellness Weekend at La Foret | August 27-29
Make time to connect to nature, your body, your deep self, and community. This is an intentionally diverse, innovative event, aiming to engage people of all religions or none, of every background and path. Our hosts and participants will bring a variety of offerings: massage, innovative yoga, hiking, creative expression, movement therapy, music, and so much more! Childcare is also available in the form of fun, "mini-camp" experiences at a very reasonable rate. Scholarships are available upon request. Register here.
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Pioneer Camp | July 11-17*
This week-long overnight camp is for kids entering grades 2-4. The seasoned counselors are excellent at creating an amazing camp experience for our youngest campers, fostering independence, spiritual growth, and the all-important, social-emotional learning so essential to that age group. There are 10 spots left, and there are even more camperships available to first-time campers (in addition to usual, need-based camperships).
Explorer Camp | July 11-17*
Explorer Camp provides youth entering grades 4-6 with an opportunity to be part of an incredible community! Under guidance from trained counselors and staff, campers will explore the Bible, faith, nature, friendships, and their own beliefs. And, throughout the week, there will be a focus on having as much fun as possible! The week's activities will include campfires, swimming, arts and crafts, outdoor games, free time, worship, and more!
Voyager Camp | July 11-17*
During the week, trained counselors and staff set the stage and hold space for amazing friendships and growth to occur! Together, we will seek to create a memorable week filled with laughter, music, ropes course initiatives, hugs, friends, and God. Each year, Voyager youth make memories and friendships they will hold dear for the rest of their lives!
MADD Camp | July 18-24*
MADD Camp (Music, Art, Dance, and Drama) is a place where youth can be real and celebrated for who they are as creative children of God. All artistic abilities are welcome—whether you’re the next Mozart or can’t draw a stick figure; or if acting scares you to death or if you’re headed for the New York Ballet—your unique style of being and expressing yourself is welcome!
*Registration for 2021 youth camps has closed.
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Since May, we’ve hosted 7 vaccine clinics, resulting in 63 COVID vaccinations. We’ve also run 51 food banks for our communities, feeding more than 600 residents. As always, I am incredibly grateful to our Archway “essential workers”- those members of our team who lead our communities and make them the special places they are. Learn more about Archway Communities.
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Stories from the Rocky Mountain Conference
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