Events at Risen Christ
We invite you to get involved with your parish activities!
We invite you to get involved with your parish activities!
We invite you to get involved with your parish activities!
We invite you to get involved with your parish activities!
We invite you to get involved with your parish activities!
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YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Tues. Apr. 14, 6:30 p.m.
During the season of Lent, Young Adults are welcome to join Lectio Divina of the Gospels on Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm in the Padre Pio room.
Click here to stay informed.
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SENIOR MINISTRY LUNCH
Wed. Apr. 15, 1 p.m.
All parishioners 55 and older are invited to join us for our quarterly senior ministry lunch. The meal is corned beef and cabbage, and the cost is $19. Our guest speaker will be Jason Cox, who will explain what an Acolyte is and how the title came to be. Call Mara at 303-758-8826 to RSVP by Mon. Apr. 13.
RELIGIOUS ED – Grades K – 12
Wed. Apr. 15, 6:00 p.m.
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THEOLOGY THURSDAY
Thurs. April 16, 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.
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IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP
Fri. Apr. 17, 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.
Father Tim Gallagher of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary leads a series of discussions on the teaching of St. Ignatius of Loyola and explains how to live the discerning life.
Click here for more information.
COLORADO MARCH FOR LIFE
Fri. Apr. 17, 10:00 a.m.
The third Friday of the month is our usual Prayer Vigil for Life across the street from Planned Parenthood, but this month we will take part in the Colorado March for Life at the Capitol. This joy-filled day is a beautiful witness to the value of every life – all are welcome! If you’d like to join the Respect Life Ministry and other parishioners from Risen Christ, please call the parish office 303-758-8826 so we can look for you at the Capitol.
10:00 am Pre-Rally Concert
11:00 am Rally
12:00 noon March
**For more information, visit marchforlife.org and click on “state marches”.
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LECTOR WORKSHOP
Sat. Apr. 18, 10:30 a.m.
The role of the lector is a vital ministry that brings the Word of God to life for the congregation. This ministry is not just about reading aloud; it is about conveying the living Word of God with clarity, reverence, and conviction. If you are a current daily or weekend lector, or you are interested in becoming a lector, please attend this important workshop.
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PRE-K RELIGIOUS ED
Sun. Apr. 19 at 9 a.m.
DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURE
Sun. Apr. 19 at 10 a.m. (after 9 a.m. Mass)
in the Padre Pio Room
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
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
Sun. Apr. 19, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
We encourage all high school students to join our youth group, which meets on Sunday evenings in the youth room.
Come and encounter the Lord and grow in friendship with one another!
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OCIA
(Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Tues. April 21, 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).
YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Tues. Apr. 21, 6:30 p.m.
During the season of Lent, Young Adults are welcome to join Lectio Divina of the Gospels on Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm in the Padre Pio room.
Click here to stay informed.
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RELIGIOUS ED – Grades K – 12
Wed. Apr. 22, 6:00 p.m.
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FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES
Thur. April 23, 2 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to unload the truck from Food Bank of the Rockies, pre-box the food for our guests, then distribute the food with our drive-through process. We’ll need about 30 volunteers. To volunteer, email parishinfo@risenchristchurch.org.
THEOLOGY THURSDAY
Thurs. April 23, 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.
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IRON SHARPENS IRON MEN’S GROUP
Fri. Apr. 24, 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.
Father Tim Gallagher of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary leads a series of discussions on the teaching of St. Ignatius of Loyola and explains how to live the discerning life.
Click here for more information.
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WOMEN OF RISEN CHRIST POTLUCK BREAKFAST
Sat. Apr. 25, 9:15 a.m.
ALL women are invited to participate in a potluck breakfast, followed by a special presentation by Fr. Marek Ciesla. (And potluck means PotLUCK – bring a dish to share – no sign up necessary)
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PRE-K RELIGIOUS ED
Sun. Apr. 26 at 9 a.m.
DIGGING DEEPER INTO SUNDAY SCRIPTURE
Sun. Apr. 26 at 10 a.m. (after 9 a.m. Mass)
in the Padre Pio Room
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
YOUNG ADULT BREAKFAST
Sun. Apr. 26, following 9 a.m. Mass
Join us for 9 a.m. Mass on the first Sunday of the month followed by breakfast at a local restaurant. Join our announcement-only GroupMe to stay informed!
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
Begins Sun. Apr. 26, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
We encourage all high school students to join our youth group, which meets on Sunday evenings in the youth room.
Come and encounter the Lord and grow in friendship with one another!
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RE CONFESSIONS
Mon. Apr. 27, 4 p.m.
Reconciliation for RE students and their families. Includes First Reconciliation for our 2nd graders.
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YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Tues. Apr. 28, 6:30 p.m.
During the season of Lent, Young Adults are welcome to join Lectio Divina of the Gospels on Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm in the Padre Pio room.
Click here to stay informed.
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