Events at Risen Christ

FRANCES XAVIER CABRINI

Thur. Nov. 13

After each Mass on November 13, a relic of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini will be available in the sanctuary for veneration — a special opportunity for prayer and reflection.

FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES

Thur. Nov. 13,  2 p.m.

We need 30 volunteers to unload the truck from Food Bank of the Rockies, box the food for our guests, and distribute the food in our “drive-through”. To volunteer, email parishinfo@risenchristchurch.org. 

We need volunteers to be trained to help with the registration of clients for our twice-monthly Food Bank of the Rockies food distribution program at Risen Christ. Spanish-speaking helpful. If you are interested, please contact steve@risenchristchurch.org.

THEOLOGY THURSDAY

Thurs. Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs St. John Paul II Seminar Room (upstairs)

Join our drop-in program about our Catholic theology, led by Jason Cox, our staff theologian.  

WALKING WITH PURPOSE

Thurs. Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Walking with Purpose invites all women to participate in Passionate Discipleship, a Bible study where we’ll learn the book of 2 Timothy verse by verse. Paul’s deeply personal letter to his friend Timothy will help us live as authentic disciples of Jesus, no matter what, and grow in our ability to disciple others.

YOUNG ADULT PRAISE AND COMMUNITY

Thur. Nov. 13, 7 p.m.

Young adults are invited to join us for our monthly Praise and Community evening.  Start in the church for inspiring and uplifting music, and then join us in the gym for fellowship (and food!)  Click here to join our announcement-only GroupMe to stay informed!

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Nov. 14, 6:30 a.m. via Zoom

Iron Sharpens Iron allows men to grow in faith through friendships with other men.

 This group meets every Friday morning for one hour, both by zoom and in person, for a presentation and then small group discussion.

The group is discussing “Peter”.   Click here for more information. 

PRAY FOR VOCATIONS

Sat. Nov. 15, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The traveling Monstrance for Vocations, commissioned for North America by St. Pope John Paul II, will be at Risen Christ Catholic Parish on Saturday, November 15, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction as we pray for an increase in vocations to ordained ministry and consecrated life.

POOR CLARE COOKIE SALES

November 15 – 16 after all Masses

Representatives of the Capuchin Poor Clares of the Monastery of Our Lady of the Light in Denver will sell Poor Clare cookies after Masses on Saturday and Sunday while supplies last. The cookies are baked by the sisters as a way to support their lifestyle as a cloistered community, which exists primarily to constantly raise prayer to God for the Church and especially for its benefactors. Each attractive cookie gift box contains 100 cookies or 1.5 pounds in a variety of four flavors: coconut, orange, cinnamon and vanilla. Cost is $18 per box.

RELIGIOUS ED – Pre-K

Sun. Nov. 16,  9:00 a.m.

Our Pre-K classes are designed for four- and five-year-olds not yet enrolled in kindergarten and held during the 9:00 AM Mass on Sundays. 

Click here to sign up.

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Nov. 16, 10 a.m.

Join a small group study to read, listen, pray, reflect, and share ways God’s Word relates to our everyday lives. Talking about our faith brings clarity. Hearing what others have to say brings insight.

The Church “forcefully and specifically exhorts all the Christian faithful to learn “the surpassing knowledge of Jesus Christ,” by frequent reading of the divine Scriptures. “Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Christ”. CCC 133

no registration required

FAITH AND FITNESS FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, Nov. 16,  2:00 p.m.

Do you want to walk the walk and talk the talk about your faith? Join our Faith and Fitness fellowship for three Sundays as we read, reflect, walk and talk about the book “Searching for and Maintaining Peace” by Fr. Jacques Philippe [available on Amazon]. Meet at 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Eisenhower Park (4300 E. Dartmouth Ave.), walk the park and stop along the way for prayerful discussion. For inclement weather we will meet at the Starbucks off Colorado Blvd and Yale.

Rsvp to parishinfo@risenchrist.org with your name, phone number and email address. A study guide for the book will be emailed to you the week before our first meeting.

ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (OCIA)

Tues. Nov. 18, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us to learn about the Catholic faith and the process for becoming Catholic (OCIA – Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).  Please share this with anyone you know interested in becoming Catholic or adult Catholics needing Confirmation. Contact Jason in the office for more information.

RELIGIOUS ED – Grades K – 12

Wed.  Nov. 19,  6:00 p.m.

Click here to sign up.

WALKING WITH PURPOSE

Thurs. Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m.

Walking with Purpose invites all women to participate in Passionate Discipleship, a Bible study where we’ll learn the book of 2 Timothy verse by verse. Paul’s deeply personal letter to his friend Timothy will help us live as authentic disciples of Jesus, no matter what, and grow in our ability to disciple others.

Join us for coffee, a short video, and meaningful conversation, as we become the women that our world so desperately needs.

THEOLOGY THURSDAY

Thurs. Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs St. John Paul II Seminar Room (upstairs)

Join our drop-in program about our Catholic theology, led by Jason Cox, our staff theologian.  

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Nov. 21, 6:30 a.m. via Zoom

Iron Sharpens Iron allows men to grow in faith through friendships with other men.

 This group meets every Friday morning for one hour, both by zoom and in person, for a presentation and then small group discussion.

The group is discussing “Peter”.   Click here for more information. 

PRAYER VIGIL AT PLANNED PARENTHOOD

Fri.  Nov. 21, 10 – 11 a.m.

Join our Knights of Columbus on the third Friday of each month to pray the Rosary at Planned Parenthood at 7155 E 38th Ave in Denver. A visible presence of prayer makes a difference, and can save the life of an unborn child.

ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (OCIA)

Tues. Nov. 25, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us to learn about the Catholic faith and the process for becoming Catholic (OCIA – Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).  Please share this with anyone you know interested in becoming Catholic or adult Catholics needing Confirmation. Contact Jason in the office for more information.

THANKSGIVING

Nov. 27

The parish office will be closed on Thur. Nov. 27 and Fri. Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.  There will only be one Mass at 9 a.m. on Thursday and Friday, and there will be no Eucharistic Adoration in the chapel.

SERVICE PROJECT

Nov. 29, 9:00 a.m.

Help us to swap out the missalettes after the 8:30 a.m. Mass.  This is an easy service project for the whole family!

ANGEL TREE

Nov. 29 through Dec. 7

Our annual Angel Tree program provides Christmas gifts for three low-income Catholic schools, two low-income nursing homes, Risen Christ parishioners in need, and Marisol’s women’s home.  We are collecting $25 gift cards to Walmart and Target.  We are hoping to collect 500 gift cards. For your convenience, you can donate online to our gift card fund, and we will buy the gift cards.

CAROLS, CABARET AND COMMUNITY

Sat. Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.

Join acclaimed pianist Judy Boyd for a delightful evening filled with music, drinks, and light nibbles. Sing along to your favorite carols, pop favorites and show tunes as John Piccone helps lead the chorus. Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or just love good company and great music, this promises to be a night to remember!

$25 per person – ADULTS ONLY. Participation price includes 2 drinks and light snacks. Click here to sign up.

SPECIAL COLLECTION

Nov. 29 & 30 at all Masses

There will be a special collection for Campaign for Human Development and the Archdiocese for the Military Services. Please put your donation in the collection basket in a clearly marked envelope, or use a welcome envelope. To donate online, please click here.

ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT

Mon. Dec. 1,  6:30 p.m. in the church

All women of the parish are invited to our annual Advent by Candlelight program. This year’s theme is “Seeking Perfect”. The program has inspirational readings and songs, and a presentation by Fr. Scott Bailey.  Followed by a small reception in the Holy Family Hall (parish hall).  Bring a friend, and start the Advent season with an uplifting experience.

YOUR ADVENT JOURNEY AWAITS!

Wed. Dec. 3,  6:30 p.m. in the church

Join Fr. John Nepil as he walks us through the mystery of Advent in his special presentation, “From Darkness to Light: Your Advent Journey Awaits.

Click here to watch a teaser video.

Click here to watch an intro video.

Click here to purchase the optional book.