SUN DEC 15 AT 4PM

Join our annual Christmas Concert celebrating the Christmas Story, Sunday, December 15, at 4pm. Come listen to the sounds of familiar Christmas songs with a full complement and array of musical instruments, soloists, handbells, and our choir. Invite a neighbor or friend to this inspirational and uplifting concert. The concert will also be avilable via livestream.

DCE CASSIE SCHERMBECK / RM 200/201 / BEGINS NOV 10

Hear from a variety of professionals, who also happen to be parents. What they have learned about parenting by teaching, through student ministry, in counseling offices, churches and schools. It turns out they’ve all learned some lessons about God’s relationship with all of us as well.

PASTOR SCOTT ABEL / FELLOWSHIP HALL / BEGINS NOV 10

This course provides analysis and evaluation of some of the biggest issues facing Western culture from a grace-filled, Bible-based perspective.

PROFESSOR JIM RAIRDON / COMMUNITY ROOM

Jesus: Legend or Lord is a curriculum written and presented by Paul Maier of Western Michigan University and the second vice president of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Professor Jim Rairdon, who leads one of our Saturday Bible classes, will be facilitating and leading this amazing apologetics course, which follows simple logic to prove that Jesus isn’t just great, but that His claims on divinity and resurrection are founded and accurate.

SAT & SUN NOV 2 & 3 / SUBMIT NAMES BY OCT 29

In observance of All Saints' Day on November 2 and 3, please submit the names of those departed since November 2023 so we may recognize them during this time. As criteria, please submit names that are:

+ Our Father Lutheran members
+ Christian family members of Our Father Lutheran members
+ Christian friends of Our Father members

Please submit the names no later than October 29 to Heather Richey at hrichey@oflc.net.

TUESDAY MORNINGS 9:40AM / STARTS SEPT 10

This fall we will be studying the book of Proverbs. Your first thought might be, ok, we’ll learn some wise sayings on how to be a better person, I guess I could use that. Proverbs is so much more than that. It introduces us to wise thinking, speaking, parenting, leading, and shows us how to live and thrive the way God created us to be – and can’t we all use that?! Come join us as we dive into Proverbs! If you have questions, please contact Michele via email at mschulteis@verizon.net.

All women are welcome. Childcare is available upon request.

THURS SEPT 12 AT 7:30PM / SANTUARY

Choir rehearsals resume on Thursday, September 12 in the Sanctuary at 7:30pm. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please reach out to Heather at hrichey@oflc.net.

REGISTRATION FOR YOUTH

Inviting 5th grade students and those beyond 5th grade who have yet to receive communion instruction and desire to receive the Sacrament, come and participate in this class, Saturday, September 7 at 10am in the sanctuary. Parents attend with their students.

If you have questions, please contact either Cassie at cschermbeck@oflc.net or Courtney at climmer@oflc.net.

CURRENT SERIES

The Gospel According to John / Part 1: The Light Shines in the Darkness
The gospel of John is a unique and compelling look at the life of Jesus. In chapter 20 verse 31 John makes his purpose in writing clear: “These things are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” The Gospel According to John was written by one who spent three years with Jesus had a uniquely intimate relationship with Him. Join us at Our Father as we strive to learn more about Jesus and draw closer in a life-giving relationship with Him.

Join us on the weekend of August 24-25 as we begin the first of four parts of this sermon series for the entirety of our 2024-2025 ministry year.

BEGINS SEPT 8 9:30AM LED BY PASTOR NATE PEREGOY / COMMUNITY ROOM

This five week long introductory class gives you an opportunity to explore life and its meaning from a historic Lutheran Christian perspective. It's a safe space to ask questions about the chief teachings of the Christian faith as they are believed, confessed and taught in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. It's a relaxed, non-threatening, friendly course designed for individuals new to the Lutheran church, and is a great refresher course for those with a Lutheran background. We encourage anyone considering joining our faith family to come to this class.

BEGINS SEPT 8 9:30AM / LED BY PASTOR MICAH STEINER / RM 300

The study of the book of Romans has often proven to be a life-changing exercise. Throughout the history of the church, lives have been radically transformed through the impact of Paul's clearest presentation of Christian doctrine in all of Scripture. Join us for one of the most important and influential books of the entire Bible, covered in nine weeks.

BEGINS SEPT 8 9:30AM LED BY PASTOR SCOTT ABEL / FELLOWSHIP HALL

We cannot live without meaning, satisfaction, freedom, identity, justice, purpose or hope. In this course we explore answers to the biggest questions humans have in life and examine how Christianity provides ultimately true and satisfying resources to meet our deepest needs. We look at the biggest issues we face in life from a grace-filled, Bible-based perspective.

SUN AUG 11 AT 1:10PM

Please join us for this year’s Colorado Rockies Faith Day game and concert on Sunday, August 11, at 1:10pm. The Rockies will play the Atlanta Braves, and the postgame concert will feature Zach Williams.  His songs include, "There was Jesus", "Survivor", and many more. Team testimonials are also included in the price, and will take place following the game. To order tickets, email Kathy Johnson at kathy.johnson@adatacorp.com or call her at (303) 550-3079.

ADULT EDUCATION, YOUTH & KID HANGOUTS

Our summer at OFLC has many opportunities for growth in faith, fellowship connections and youth activity. Below is a summary of events.

Grow in Faith Ministries / Sundays in July

Adult Education
+ Christology in Christ's Titles / Conference Room / Led by Tom Hacker
+ The Gospel of Mark / Room 200 / Led by Nat Tabris / Bring your own print Bible from home in your favorite translation.

Student & Kid Ministries No Sunday programming or hangouts in July.

Sundays in August

We resume full Sunday 9:30am programming across all adult, student and kid ministries.

VITALANT / SUN JULY 28 8:30AM-12:30PM

Vitalant will be on campus, Sunday, July 28, from 8:30am-12:30pm taking your life-saving blood donation. A sign up is available at the receptionist desk or click the button below and use the code 0199 to schedule your donation.

TOP 16 BIBLE VERSES CLASS / BEGINS SUN AUG 4 AT 9:30AM

Our summer sermon series of the top 10 Bible verses is well underway and will continue through August 18. But studying top Bible verses won't end there!

Sunday, August 4, Adult Education hour resumes at 9:30am, with a class that will continue to look at more of the Bible's most well-known, most often-used, shared and looked up verses. This is a great opportunity to gain new insights as we study God's Word together! Which verses have made this additional list?

YSLETA LUTHERAN MISSION / NOV 27-DEC 1

This year marks the 27th year of sending volunteers to the Ysleta Lutheran Mission to share Thanksgiving by serving an estimated 1,000 meals to those in need in the El Paso/Juarez communities and the partner churches in Mexico.

Save the dates if you are considering being part of this fun, engaging and impactful mission trip. More info will be coming on how you can be part of this mission even if you are unable to travel, through donations of pre-cooked turkeys, candy and financial contributions.

SUN  AUG 4 / ARAPAHO PARK / REGISTER ONLINE

Join us Sunday, August 4, from 12-2:30pm at the Arapaho Park large shelter for our annual church picnic! Register for the church picnic through the button below.

+ Bring a potluck dish to share
+ BBQ meat provided
+ Beer garden
+ Kona shaved-ice truck
+ Great fellowship!

Volunteers are needed! We will have a table in the church lobby starting this weekend with volunteer sign-up sheets. This is a great way to get involved and meet others!

BEGINS APR 20-21 

Why are you here? What gives your life meaning and purpose each day? Join us after Easter for a new sermon series beginning April 20 & 21 as we connect our work and service with the work of Jesus through us in all we do. Together, we’ll learn to be “be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58).

SUN MAR 24 IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL

Our Father is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 24 in the Fellowship Hall. This is a great opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to participate! In addition to egg hunts, we will have food trucks, games, and activities for kids. Egg cartons will be provided for kids.

Egg Hunt Times
12pm Food trucks, crafts, games
12:45pm 3 & under egg hunt
1pm 4-Kindergarten egg hunt
1:15pm 1st-2nd grade egg hunt
1:30pm 3rd-5th grade egg hunt

We will require registration to accommodate as many members, visitors and guests to this joyous celebration of our Savior's resurrection.

Saturday
3:30pm Kid Friendly Worship with Contemporary Band
5pm Traditional Worship with Organ and Piano

Sunday
8am Traditional Worship with Choir and Orchestra
9:30am Traditional Worship with Choir and Orchestra
11:am Contemporary Worship

SAT JUNE 15 STUDENT MINISTRIES EVENT

Our annual Ride the River event is set for Saturday, June 15 along the South Plate River. Come ride, walk or run in support of Our Father Lutheran Student Ministries. Registration is now open through the button below

SUNDAYS BEGINNING MARCH 3 AT 9:30AM

“You already know how vital it is to spend time with God daily. But how do you get started? In this course you will discover the basis and content of the devotional life by learning how to read and meditate upon God’s Word. Walk away from this class celebrating the blessings of carving out time each day to spend with God."

SUNDAYS BEGINNING MARCH 3 AT 9:30AM

Disciples aren’t just fans of Jesus: He calls us to follow Him every day. Walk away with confidence in learning the ways of Jesus. This class is an overview of practical ways to follow Jesus as we are formed into disciples of Christ.”

APRIL 19-20 TABLE MOUNTAIN INN IN GOLDEN

Our women’s retreat theme is “The Tree of Life” at Table Mountain Inn in Golden, April 19-20, 5pm Friday - 4pm Saturday. Our speaker is Sarah Salzberg. Registration will open Friday, February 9 and closes on Thursday, March 14. Registration opens Friday, February 9!

BEGINS WED FEB 21 AT 7PM / WEDNESDAYS IN LENT

On Wednesdays in Lent, our life in Christ will be strengthened as we hear the witness of those who were present as part of Jesus’ journey to the cross. Along the way, we’ll meet villains, sinners, a disloyal one, a betraying one, a woman possessed by demons; and others.

BEGINS FEB 17 & 18

The wilderness is a place of barrenness and desolation. It is a place we most likely want to avoid. But what if that’s the very place where God wants you? What if that’s where God wants to speak to you? In the silence. In the stillness. Join us this Lent as we journey together discovering there is great hope in the wilderness.

WED FEB 14

Join us for Ash Wednesday services at 12pm and 7pm as the season of Lent begins

JULY 15-19

VBS will run Mon-FrI 8:45am-12pm, and is open to 3 year olds through rising 5th graders. VBS registration is now full. REGISTER as a volunteer or to be added to our wait-list!

COURSE OFFERINGS & MORE INFORMATION

Our new Faith Courses are specifically designed to build you up in your faith and equip you to know and share extraordinary life in Christ. Our goal is not that you simply know more about God, but that you know God in a deeper and more personal way.