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MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Service Ministries
World Missions The World Missions team actively pursues the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations. We seek to Connect People with Jesus outside this nation’s borders. For more information, contact Nichole Green 303.393.1816 rangreen@worldnet.att.net Pancake Breakfast at Christ’s Body Ministry God’s love can be shared in the form of a warm meal. This team prepares a pancake & sausage breakfast each Friday morning for about 150 homeless men and women. Contact: John Meinert, 303.781.6743 jrmentinc2@aol.com MountainGlory! Ministries To bring people to Christian faith and spiritual maturity, we prepare Bible camps, retreats and other gatherings/activities. Contact: Julie Peterson, 303.777.5120 Juliapeterson@msn.com or Nathan Carlson, 303.663.9222 Nolafcarl@aol.com International Students Inc. This interdenominational ministry befriends international students at area universities and connects them with Jesus. Become a friendship partner or help with English conversation or one-time activities. Contact: Carol Carder, 303-777-9194, carolcarder@msn.com Local Missions Caring for those in our community who need a hand up. This is often done in partnership with local organizations. Contact: Jan Lattuca 303.733.2408 or email Jan at jrlattuca@gmail.com The Food Bank at St. John’s conveys the love of Jesus to many. While St. John's is unable to offer a cash support program, canned & dried goods are available through our food bank, Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8am-12:30pm. If you would like more information you may contact Cheryl Rasmussen at church@stjohnsdenver.org, or by calling 303 733-3777 x10. Ministry to the Deaf This team communicates the Gospel during events so that the deaf may participate in worship and study. Contact: Bob Smith at 303-809-1170 or email: Bobsluxurycarsvs@qwest.net Boy Scouts of America, Troop 199 Troop 199 is for boys age 11 to 18 and has a great program of fun and adventure with purpose. Join us if you desire to develop skills and values to benefit boys as they grow into responsible manhood. Contact: Kevin Koalenz 303.789.4182 or kjkscouter@gmail.com Church Office Team We connect people with Jesus by assisting members and our larger community to locate the support or information they need within St. John’s. Contact: Cheryl Rasmussen, church@stjohnsdenver.org 303.733.3777 X10 Facility Care Team This is the “behind the scenes crew.” Painting, cleaning, fixing, and building projects are just some of the things to be done around church. Flexible hours during the week or Saturdays are available to fit your schedule. Contact Jim Thurmond at 303.733.3777 X42 ShareGroups: At St. John's we believe that personal growth tends to happen in small groups. St. John's has a growing small group ministry called ShareGroups. Each group has its own personality and format, but the common theme is that we gather to worship and praise our living God through loving and praying for each other, studying God's word and reaching out to others. If you are interested in connecting with a ShareGroup please contact Kristin Hilts, Kristin.hilts@stjohnsdenver.org. Women’s Ministry Women's Ministry takes charge where women can make a difference. We sponsor many helpful, fun, evangelical, and reach-out events that make an impact for the people of St. John's and others. We have a great time using our passions and God-given, sometimes women-specific, gifts to serve Him. Contact: Bev Morrows, Senior Adult Ministry This team prepares a variety of activities and classes where seniors can meet, mingle, and connect with other Christian seniors. Contact: Bob Will, 303.934.0224
Christian Education Ministries
DLHS-Partners in Christian Education. Denver Lutheran High School strives to create a community where we come to know, love and serve Jesus Christ. We're the full package for your high school age child; academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Call 303.934.2345 for more information. Confirmation classes are being offered at St. John's Church October through May for all students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades. We meet in the youth room downstairs at St. John's from 3:30 to 6:00 every Wednesday. Look for changes in this schedule to appear in Connections and to be emailed to all parents. If you are interested in having your student attend please contact Kyia Friesen, 303.733.3777 x17 email youth@stjohnsdenver.org
High School Youth Group meets at St. John's every Sunday evening from 6:30 to 8:30. Monthly excursions will take us to many new and exciting destinations. Look for email updates to the calendar for details about times and dates.
Children’s Ministry This is an opportunity to help children learn about Jesus and his love for them. Teachers and parent helpers for Nursery through 5th grade join together to build a foundation of Godly character in children through Bible stories, drama, music, and age-appropriate Bible lessons. Contact: Chris Holliday 720.851.1780 christine.holliday@stjohnsdenver.org or Kerry Poppe 303.733.3777 x30 kerry.poppe@stjohnsdenver.org St. John’s Lutheran School St. John’s Lutheran School, K-8, is a caring, Christian, learning community that inspires families to walk with Jesus and challenges each student to personal excellence. Use your skills to support teachers and students for special events and/or ongoing learning and enrichment. Contact: Loren Otte, 303.733.3777 X20 loren.otte@stjohnsdenver.org or Barbara Kennedy, 303.733.3777 x19 barbara.kenndey@stjohnsdenver.org
Worship Ministries
Altar Guild So that people may enjoy meaningful worship, this team shares in the joy of working behind the scenes. Preparing for communion, baptisms, & seasonal celebrations. There are also teams for weddings and funerals. Contact Michelle Vogts, 303.256.7666 k762m@msn.com Memorial Service Hospitality Contact Marion Burns 720.941.6236 Welcome Ministry A smiling face, a warm handshake, and a friendly greeting to extend a welcome to everyone. For our guests, a source of information and a comfortable connection to St. John’s. Contact: Pam Erbes, wapare@yahoo.com , 303.722.5613 Publications Team The Publications team at St. John's creates and produces graphic arts pieces including slide presentations, the weekly church newsletter, books for classes, informational fliers and brochures, and more. People with a wide variety of gifts are needed, including those who simply want to help fold, cut and collate printed pieces. We also need people gifted in writing, editing, graphic arts, and computer programs including Word and PowerPoint. Contact:Laura Felix, laura.felix@stjohnsdenver.org Praise & Worship Music Ministry: We believe that God is looking for wholehearted worshipers, who worship Him in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:23-24). If you play an instrument and have some experience with Contemporary praise & worship music, if you are comfortable reading a chord chart and if you enjoy all types of musical styles then you will be interested in becoming a part of the worship team for the Sunday 10:30 AM Contemporary service. Contact Randy Rothwell 303.733.3777 x15 randy.rothwell@stjohnsdenver.org If you enjoy singing, have a good ear for a melody and are enthusiastic about God and want to help other folks experience God’s presence, then we are looking for you. We also offer a traditional service Sunday at 8:00 AM which features hymns with the accompaniment of organ, piano, choirs and soloist as well as instruments such as the trumpet and cello. If you are interested in joining the choir or serving as an instrumentalist please contact: Matt Kingham matt.kingham@stjohnsdenver.org or Rich Nemeth at (510) 325-3047 We are looking for musicians, ensemble singers, soloist as well as members of a praise choir. If you are interested in becoming involved in the worship community at St. John’s please contact Randy Rothwell Director of Worship at randy.rothwell@stjohnsdenver.org or (303) 733-3777 x15 Technical Teams: This team has opportunities for audio, video, lighting, power point/projection techs as well as tech support assistants. This team serves both the Sunday 8 AM Traditional services as well as the 10:30 AM Contemporary services which include a full, live band, singers and video. We are looking for willing hearts and hands who love to serve “behind the scenes”. Contact Jason Ponder/Tech Director at Jason.ponder@stjohnsdenver.org
Pastoral Care Ministries
Homebound Ministry Care, compassion, connection, and gentle loving hand from a follower of Jesus. That’s what this ministry team offers members who now are unable to physically attend services. Contact: Virgean Hazel, JHDhazelnut@aol.com, 303.757.5060 Stephen Ministry Lay ministers offer Christian care to someone during their time of difficulty or transition. It is service with a listening ear, an accepting heart, prayer, and encouraging words. Contact: Bernardine Eckelkamp, 303.733.3777 x35 bernardine.eckelkamp@stjohnsdenver.org or Kristin Hilts 303.733.3777 x16 kristin.hilts@stjohnsdenver.org Depression Support This group meets weekly to support those who contend with depression and helps build coping skills through Jesus. Facilitators, good listeners, and team support roles will work together to bring care. Contact: Neal Bamesberger 720-308-4191, nbamesberg@hotmail.com
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