Events at Risen Christ

FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES

Thur. Aug. 28,  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. Aug. 28, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs seminar room

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

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. August 29, 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. 

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Aug. 31, 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

LABOR DAY

Mon. Sept. 1

The parish office will be closed on Labor Day.  There will be one Mass as 9:00 a.m. and the building will be locked after Mass. There is no Eucharistic Adoration in the chapel.

OCIA

Tues. Sept. 2, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us this summer 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.

MUSIC MINISTRY POTLUCK 

Tues. Sept. 2, 6:30 p.m. in the parish hall

Help us kick off our music ministry for the coming year by joining us for a potluck dinner Tuesday, Sept. 2. The potluck is for current cantors and musicians, as well as people who are interested in joining the music ministry.

THEOLOGY THURSDAY

Thurs. Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs seminar room

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

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Sept. 5, 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. 

PARISH ROSARY

Sat. Sept. 6, after 8:30 a.m. Mass

Pray the Holy Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet as we pray for an end to abortion, for persecuted Christians around the world, and for healing and renewal in the Church.

Together, in faith and unity, we ask God’s mercy and grace. Get Involved!

Join the Knights of Columbus in defending life, faith, and truth.

YOUNG ADULT BREAKFAST

Sun. Sept. 7, following 9 a.m. Mass

We are looking to expand our young adult community this year! Beginning in September, we will have two regular monthly events. Join us for 9 a.m. Mass on the first Sunday of the month followed by breakfast at a local restaurant, and a night of praise and community on the 2^nd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. Join our announcement-only GroupMe to stay informed!

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Sept. 7, 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

THE SEARCH

Sun. Sept. 7, 6:30 p.m.

The Search is an 8-week video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. Experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence.

Whether you’re a practiced inquirer or a jaded skeptic, The Search will speak to you. Have questions about God and His Creation? Join us! In the parish hall. Sign up today.

PARISH MISSION

Sept. 8 – 10

5:30pm-6:30pm confessions; 7pm Exposition, 7:10-7:50 talk, followed by Benediction. 

Join us for special 3-night event!

Our parish mission is coming September 8 – 10.

This is an opportunity for reflection, prayer, and learning, so you can deepen your relationship with God.

Come learn how to better live your Catholic faith in your life, through “Deepening Our Eucharistic Devotion”.

The topics are:

• “Wasting Time with the Lord”

• “The Eucharist Aiding Family Holiness”

• “Breathing Fire Like Lions: The Effects of Holy Communion In Our Lives”

The parish mission is being led by Fr. Tony Stephens, a Father of Mercy. The primary apostolate of the Fathers of Mercy is to conduct parish missions and retreats in effort to re-evangelize and revitalize the faith of those who seek God’s Truth and Mercy.

ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL BEGINS

Mon. Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m. in the music room (basement of the church)

We are beginning to have rehearsals for our new choirs! Come on Monday, Sept. 8, at 6:30 p.m. for our first rehearsal. No prior musical experience is necessary. It will be a relaxed night of music with no commitment needed to attend. We hope to see you there and bring a friend!

CHRIST IN THE CITY MEAL PREPARATION

Tues. Sept. 9

Help to feed the homeless! Volunteers from the parish are needed to bake a meal (recipe provided) that will be served by Christ in the City.  Prepared meals can be dropped off at the refrigerator in our parish kitchen on Tuesday. To volunteer, join our Christ in the City Flocknote email group.

OCIA

Tues. Sept. 9, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us this summer 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.

FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES

Thur. Sept. 11,  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.

YOUNG ADULT PRAISE AND COMMUNITY

Thur. Sept. 11, 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!

THEOLOGY THURSDAY

Thurs. Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs seminar room

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

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Sept. 12, 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. 

DIAPER DRIVE

Sept. 13-14

The Knights of Columbus are holding a diaper drive the weekend of Sept. 13 & 14 to benefit Marisol Family (Catholic Charities).  Larger size diapers and pull-ups are appreciated.

EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS

Sun. Sept. 14

September 14 is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. The feast commemorates three historical events: the discovery of the True Cross in 326 by St. Helena, its initial exaltation for public veneration in 335, and the recovery of the Cross from the Persians in 628. This feast also celebrates the impact of Christ’s Cross upon all of creation.

After each Mass on September 14, a relic of the True Cross will be available in the sanctuary for veneration — a special opportunity for prayer and reflection.

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Sept. 14, 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

THE SEARCH

Sun. Sept. 14, 6:30 p.m.

The Search is an 8-week video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. Experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence.

Whether you’re a practiced inquirer or a jaded skeptic, The Search will speak to you. Have questions about God and His Creation? Join us! In the parish hall. Sign up today.

OCIA

Tues. Sept. 16, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us this summer 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.

SENIOR MINISTRY LUNCH

Wed. Sept. 17, 1:00 p.m.

 All parishioners 55 and older are invited to join us for lunch, followed by a presentation by Renee Law about Serra International. Cost of lunch is $16.  Call 303-758-8826 to RSVP by Fri. Sept. 12.

POPE ST. LEO THE GREAT

Wed.  Sept. 17,  6:30 p.m. IN THE PARISH HALL

From Pope St. Leo the Great to our new pope, Pope Leo XIV – what’s in a name?

Fr. Paul continues his 4-part series on Pope St. Leo the Great, as we kick off a program that will look at all the Pope Leo’s, including Pope Leo XIV.  Join us for a look at Leo the Great, The Defender of the Faith, The Good Shepherd in troubled times, and his legacy and spirituality.  

THEOLOGY THURSDAY

Thurs. Sept. 18, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs seminar room

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

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Sept. 19, 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. 

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Sept. 21, 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

THE SEARCH

Sun. Sept. 21, 6:30 p.m.

The Search is an 8-week video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. Experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence.

Whether you’re a practiced inquirer or a jaded skeptic, The Search will speak to you. Have questions about God and His Creation? Join us! In the parish hall. Sign up today.

OCIA

Tues. Sept. 23, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us this summer 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.

POPE ST. LEO THE GREAT

Wed.  Sept. 24,  6:30 p.m. IN THE CHURCH

From Pope St. Leo the Great to our new pope, Pope Leo XIV – what’s in a name?

Fr. Paul continues his 4-part series on Pope St. Leo the Great, as we kick off a program that will look at all the Pope Leo’s, including Pope Leo XIV.  Join us for a look at Leo the Great, The Defender of the Faith, The Good Shepherd in troubled times, and his legacy and spirituality.  

VINCENT STRAMBI

Thur. Sept. 25

Join us as we honor St. Vincent Strambi, a Passionist bishop who single-handedly saved a city from Napoleon’s army. After each Mass on Sept. 25, his relic will be available in the sanctuary for veneration — a special opportunity for prayer and reflection.

FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES

Thur. Sept. 25,  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. Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs seminar room

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

IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP

Fri. Sept. 26, 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. 

DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURES

Sun. Sept. 28, 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

BINGO

Sun. Sept. 28, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Join fellow parishioners for an afternoon of FREE Bingo!  We will be handing out gift cards as prizes.  This is a great family-oriented activity.  Join us in the parish hall.

THE SEARCH

Sun. Sept. 28, 6:30 p.m.

The Search is an 8-week video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. Experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence.

Whether you’re a practiced inquirer or a jaded skeptic, The Search will speak to you. Have questions about God and His Creation? Join us! In the parish hall. Sign up today.

OCIA

Tues. Sept. 30, 6:30  p.m.

Are you considering joining the Catholic Church, but have questions? Join us this summer 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.