Denver First Church

October 11, 2009

keeping in touch...
DFC Ministerial Staff
Shawn Siegfreid
Lead Pastor

Stephen Abbott
Young Adult & Family Pastor
Rich Cantwell
Business Administrator
Bud Curry
Hospital Chaplain
Tina Hayhurst
Student Ministries Pastor
Bob Huffaker
Interim Pastor
Scott Nauman
Pastor of Worship & Arts
Jerry Nelson
Minister of Instrumental Music
Randy Smith
Christian Education Pastor
Marvin Suyen
West Campus Pastor

DFC Church Board

John Bruneau
Bob Cheney
Curtis Clay
Glenn Domokos
Table of Contents
Troy Edwards
Vini Giannatala
Bryant Jaggers 1. Power Surge v. how you can
Judy Jones help…
Gregg Moran
2. news update
Gene Rakes
i. important info… vi.a final word...
Bud Roe
Kathy Tate ii. “kotchadoingood” 3. calendar of events:
Jim Webb October 11-17
Ron Williams iii. board perspective
Bonnie York
iv. timely news for the
Denver First Church congregation…
3800 E. Hampden Avenue
Englewood, CO 80113
303/761-8370
www.DenverFirstChurch.com
News Update
Important info...
Dear Members and Friends of DFC,

This past Sunday morning’s worship service was a taste of what’s to come: a vibrant,
passionate, purpose-filled message, anointed by the Spirit, and crowned with a young
person openly confessing their faith in Jesus. We are so pleased that God has favored
us with the leadership of Pastor Shawn. On October 18, we look forward to the “official”
launch of Pastor Shawn’s ministry as DFC’s Lead Pastor. Plan to join us and bring your
friends for this service (see article below for more details).

Friends, I would like to remind you of a special nugget of spiritual enrichment that many
of you are missing: the Sunday evening service! This past Sunday, Pastor Stephen
Abbott presented a message filled with profound scriptural insight, based on Luke 4,
entitled “Our Town.” Pastor Bud Curry and Dr. Daniel Roysden will be speaking over the
course of the next couple of weeks, each offering unique and relevant biblical
perspectives. Recently, we’ve been seeing new faces on Sunday nights; why don’t you
let yours be one of them!

When a church undergoes a change in leadership, it is common, during the gap

between Pastor A and Pastor B, to have a series of speakers to fill the pulpit. On
occasion, there will be one “regular” pastor who may offer the bulk of the messages,
but that’s pretty much the scope of the responsibility he assumes: he fills the pulpit on
Sunday. At DFC, over the course of the past eight months, we have had the
uncommon experience of Dr. Bob Huffaker stepping into the pastoral role with us—not
only offering the messages, week in and week out, but also attending staff meetings,
Board meetings, and assisting in many ways behind the scenes. This Sunday will be Dr.
Bob’s official “last” Sunday serving in this role. Following the morning service, we will
honor Dr. Bob and his lovely wife Libby with a reception in Diehl Chapel. Please plan to
join us in expressing our appreciation to Dr. Bob for his service to our congregation in this
important season of transition.

Please take a moment to read several announcements listed below that will appear in
Sunday’s Insight. If you are viewing these in the eblast, click on each for important
details; if you are reading this in the hard copy, please refer to the Insight for important
details regarding these upcoming events.
Farewell Reception for Pastor Bob Huffaker Traditions Service
Pastor Appreciation Month District Tour
Shipshape for Shawn Trunk or Treat
Tennyson Center IN Group Banquet
A Taste of Christmas Children’s Department Need

Today’s publication will cover the following topics: “Kotchadoingood!”, Board

Perspective, Timely News for the Congregation and How You Can Help
News Update
“kotchadoingood!”

Worship & Arts

The Casting Crowns Concert with Matt Redman was an exciting night of
profound ministry! Many were impacted for Christ…we had over 2200 in
attendance. We want to acknowledge the contributions of Scott and Lynn
Nauman in making this happen, along with more than 180 volunteers. Thank you
for your hard work and determination!

Facilities Crew

Huge thanks goes to DFC’s team of facilities and technical staff! As you have
probably noticed, the offices have been undergoing remodeling because of the
damage caused by the hailstorm at the beginning of the summer. As you can
imagine, the renovation happening at the same time as hosting the Casting
Crowns concert, along with their usual heavy work load, is a huge amount of
work. Due to budget cuts we are understaffed, and yet this team has pulled
through with a great attitude again and again. You can SHOW them your
support by offering 4 hours on either October 11th or 17th (see how you can help
in the “Shipshape for Shawn article”).

Children’s Department

The Children’s Department Work Day was Saturday, October 3rd. Nine people
(staff and volunteers) participated. These workers knocked themselves out giving
the Garden Level some much-needed TLC. THANK YOU!!
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Board perspective...

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

The glorious arrival of autumn can be seen in shorter days, milder temperatures
and the explosion of colors in God's creation. It ushers in a flurry of activities as the
memories of the lazy days of summer give way to the hectic schedules of school,
work and home. So too, go the schedules at church. There are too many
activities happening to list in this little article. Please check with the individual
ministry leaders to see what's happening in your favorite area. Speaking of
ministry leaders, the one thing I would like to highlight is that October is Pastor
Appreciation Month. As Kathy Tate, who coordinates the pastor appreciation
focus, points out, our staff has endured a very difficult year and has consistently
given God their best. Let's look for little ways to show our
appreciation to each one of them.

The acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior by the precious young lady was the
perfect outcome as a targeted message found its mark last Sunday. Did it hit you
as it did me...THIS is what we've prepared for these past several months! Was our
response more surprise than expectation? Would we have been disappointed
had there NOT been a response to the invitation? I hope so!

It really is quite simple...but that's usually when we miss it! 1 John 5:14-15 states
that we already have whatever we ask in the Father's will. Matthew 18:14 tells us
His will is that none should be lost. Isn't it interesting that Matthew 18:14 is the
conclusion to the message Pastor Shawn brought to us in September about the
one lost sheep?! The process? Find what the Father is about; get in step with what
He desires; anticipate His fulfilling His will through us. Easy? No. Nothing of value is
ever easy. Just ask Jesus. But it is definitely that simple.

Serving Him Alongside of You,

Vini Giannatala
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

Important Calendar Items –

October Dates:
10/10 & 17 Shipshape for Shawn & Sherri – 8-12 (lunch 12-1pm)
10/17 – 27 Nicaragua trip
10/18 – 10am Pastor Shawn installation
10/25 Communion
10/25 Bake Out
10/27 October Board Meeting
10/30 Fred October, youth outreach
10/30 NazzJazz concert 7:30pm
10/31 Trunk or Treat in the west parking lot
10/31 Mission:Denver
10/31 Daylight Saving Time change
November Dates:
11/01 Tennyson Center
11/08 Baptism Class
11/15 Baptism
11/20-22 Power Surge District Retreat
11/24 November Board Meeting
11/26 Thanksgiving day – no Mission:Denver in November
December Dates:
12/02-06 Mexico Shoebox trip
12/03 Point Loma preview days
12/03-04 A Taste of Christmas preparation
12/05 A Taste of Christmas
12/06 DFC Christmas concert 3pm
12/06 Bake Out: Bake Sale
12/11-13 Navajo shoebox trip
12/13 DFC Children’s Christmas program
12/24 Christmas Eve service – Baptism & Communion
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timely news for the congregation...
Children’s Update
“Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are endless.”
Mother Theresa

The kind words and actions of our DFC kids are reaching others. It seems that our
children understand what it means to serve. It seems that they are developing an
understanding of Mark 9:41.

This fall, the elementary age Sunday School classes have taken on special projects that
will allow these children to reach others in Jesus’ name. The first graders are planning to
organize, sort, and haul many of the Shoebox Christmas boxes that will filled to the brim
with thoughtful gifts. As children in the Adventure Zone bring their wrapped boxes to
church, our first graders will make sure that these boxes are sorted properly and ready to
be delivered.

For several years, the second grade teachers have encouraged the children in their class
to adopt a local family in need. Christmas 2009 will be no different. Currently, our second
graders are praying that a deserving family will be brought to their attention. Gifts will be
purchased for this family and our children will be given the opportunity to share God’s
love in a tangible manner.

The third grade class has been focusing on children who attend a Christian Kids’ Club in a
small Kenyan village called Kithituni. Our third graders have been collecting money to
purchase goats for the Kids’ Club members. As the children in Kithituni raise these goats,
they will be given an opportunity to develop a sense of responsibility and will be able to
contribute to their family’s well being because goat milk can be consumed by the family
or sold for income. God is using this ongoing project to teach our third
graders what it means to be mission minded.

With these three projects in place, our fourth graders have started the brainstorming
process. Listening to their ideas causes one to realize that the sky is the limit to a fourth
grader and that these nine year olds know “that with God, all things are possible.”
Matthew 19:26 NIV

Our fifth and sixth graders are planning to collect items for soldiers in Iraq & Afghanistan.
God is sure to use this project to encourage those in our military forces and to teach our
children to appreciate the sacrifices that these soldiers are making for our freedom.

As all of our children stretch their arms and reach out to others, the hands of our church
family can fold together and thank God for choosing our kids to be used by Him.

I tell you the truth, anyone who gives you a cup of water in my name because you
belong to Christ will certainly not lose his reward. Mark 9:41(NIV)

Sincerely,
Susan Foster
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

Children’s Activities
Friends, things are HAPPENING in children’s Church all week long… on Sunday
mornings, the Denver First Football League is in full force. This Wednesday, watch
out, or get bowled over by the Bible Blast! If you’re under age 12, these are
exciting days to be at DFC!

MASH Men's Bible Study of the Book of Romans

All interested men of the church are welcome to join us as we plunge into the
apostle Paul's most important epistle. We meet every other Wednesday night (next
meeting October 21st) from 6:30 to 8:00 PM in the west side of the Diehl Chapel.
(Point of contact - Pinky Sloane, 720-344-8825, email medwynsloane@yahoo.com).

We're using both a DVD from Radio Bible Class(publishers of "Our Daily Bread"),
which examines the physical and spiritual state of the first century A.D. Roman
empire, and a Bible study guide for Romans authored by Pastor John MacArthur to
delve into the book he calls "...the preeminent doctrinal work in the New
Testament." Bring your Bible and come and take a look - we'll be glad to have you
join us.

Reception Desk Information

The coverage hours at the Reception Desk are changing.

The new hours will be:
Monday & Tuesday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday & Friday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

DFC Military Support Group

Founded in 2003 as our country went to war against Iraq, this gathering of
concerned church members with relatives in our country's armed forces
meets on the first Sunday of each month from 5:00 to 6:00 PM in the church's
Room 200. (Point of contact - Pinky Sloane, 720-344-8825, email med-
wynsloane@yahoo.com).

Our purpose statement: We seek to glorify God by uniting to support the men
and women in the church's families who serve in the armed forces and the
Coast Guard, particularly during crises, by:
• praying for them and their families
• encouraging them through correspondence and "care" packages, and
• seeking to better understand what it's like for them to serve in the military
today.

Everyone is welcome to join us in praying for these wonderful men and

women in uniform and their families, seeking a better understanding of military
operations and organizations, deciphering military "dialects" and acronyms,
discussing the current state of the conflicts in the Middle East, and
demonstrating our concern for these folks with cards, letters, and "care"
packages for the Christmas season.
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

Pastor Bob’s Last Sunday

This Sunday, October 11th is Pastor Bob Huffaker’s last Sunday as Interim Pastor here
at DFC. Following the morning service, we will have a reception for Dr. Bob and
Libby in the Diehl Chapel. Please join us to honor them for their exceptional
service over the paast few months.

Pastor Shawn’s Installation Service

Next Sunday, October 18th is Pastor Shawn Siegfreid’s Installation Service. The
service will begin earlier than normal, at 10:00 am instead of 10:30 am. We will
have a reception to welcome Pastor Shawn and Sherri after the service. Invite
your neighbors and bring all your friends to this monumental day.

Sad News
Last Sunday, we requested prayer for Hudson Mullholland, the 2-year-old boy who
choked and was without oxygen for quite some time on Saturday. Sadly, he was
taken off life-support systems Sunday afternoon. The funeral service is scheduled
for Monday, October 12th at 10 am in Lakewood. For more info, please call
303/761-8370. Please be in prayer for his parents, Todd & Mary, during this
devastating time.

District Tour!
October 13th at 6:30 pm the Colorado District Tour of Churches
(www.conazarene.org) lands at DFC! For all church leaders who want to help
grow the church — “Join the Revolution!” Info will be presented regarding Sunday
School and Small Groups, Youth Ministries, Missions, Money Management and
Fulfilling Dreams.
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how you can help...

Candy Collection for our Fall “Trunk-or-Treat”

Please help the Children’s Department to collect candy for our Fall
“Trunk-or-Treat” (held here in the DFC parking lot, Saturday afternoon,
October 31). Collection locations are at the Reception Desk and at the
Children’s Welcome Center in the Garden Level.

DFC 2009 Trunk or Treat

October 31st, DFC will be holding their first ever Trunk-or-Treat event!
Do you have a trunk, tailgate or door? Register your cars now to
participate! Decorate your trunks! There will also be a Cake Walk, Family
Entertainment and a Low Cost Dinner! Pick up your registration at the close
of service as you leave, or call Gwenda Rakes at 303/806-2612 for more info!
News Update
how you can help...
All Church Work Days - October 10th & 17th from 8:00 am -12:00 pm
Sign Up and Show Up -- or just Show Up!

To make this an “official” Nazarene get-together, it will be followed by an all you

can eat food bar! Please give four hours to make DFC shipshape for Shawn &
Sherri…and Shawna, Shayli and Shaden!

Pastor Shawn’s installation service is scheduled for October 18 and we would like
to give him and his family a wonderful welcome that says we are ready for
business! We are asking for 100 volunteers to help us on October 10 & 17 and, so
far, we only have 70 people signed up! We need 30 more volunteers!

Thom Tougas has volunteered his time this week and has been calling those on
the list, organizing them into teams, so when Saturday comes, we can hit the
ground running!

Think about it: There are 10,080 minutes in a week. Donate four hours to the
church, and you still have 9,840!!! Come join us! Your church needs you! Let’s
make it shipshape for Shawn!

Whether you are an indoor or outdoor person, we have plenty of work for all:
Inside:
Paint touch-up
Oiling wood panels
Polishing brass
Window cleaning
Carpet cleaning
and much more…
Outside:
Weed control
Cleaning out flower beds
Cleaning up the children’s playground
Soil prep for grass seeding
Tree trimming
Cleaning gutters
and much more…

Please sign up by calling Randy Smith’s office at 303/806-2625. Let’s work together
as a team.
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A Final Word...

In the past couple of weeks, I was reminded of the DFC’s generous vacation
policy with regard to the ministerial staff. On behalf of the staff, let me say
“Thank you.”

I was having that thought because, for more than a week, Jane Ann and I
were on vacation hiking nearly 50 miles of slot canyons and desert canyons
around Moab; spotting 31 arches and three natural bridges; and doing a
little 4-wheeling.

While hiking, our attention was directed repeatedly toward the juniper
tree. Twisted. dried up, at times appearing lifeless, they could easily be
overlooked as a point of interest. At times, branches would redouble against
themselves, or would shoot down into the ground to provide additional
support to a trunk that had gone awry. Surviving a tortuous process in a
torturous environment, the juniper tree carries the secret for how to thrive in
transition; its roots grow deep into the soil and spread to great breadth.

The Apostle Paul recognized the stresses and challenges we face as followers
of Christ. He encouraged us to live our lives in this manner:
And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus
as your Lord, you must continue to follow
Him. Let your roots grow down into Him,
and let your lives be built on Him. Then
your faith will grow strong in the truth you
were taught… Col. 2:6-7 (NLT)

…Then we too, will be able to withstand…the storms of transition. God bless

you.

Randy Smith
 Calendar of Events
October 11-17
Sunday, October 11: Wednesday, October 14 (continued):
Hot Booth - Shipshape for Shawn 6:00 pm: Youth Accountability Class
8:00 am: Rock Band Sound Check Nicaragua Pack Night
(Sanctuary) (Diehl Chapel)
8:30 am: Youth Prayer Time 6:15 pm: Nursery Open (ages 2 and under)
9:00 am: Sunday School (all ages) 6:30 pm: Wednesday Night Prayer
(Community Room)
Nursery & Preschool open
Women of the Word
10:30 am: Morning Worship Service
(Fellowship Hall)
(Sanctuary)
Choir Rehearsal
Nursery available
Celebrate Recovery
1st - 4th Grade Children’s Church
(Room 200, 202)
(GLA)
5th & 6th Grade DOGS Worship Youth Worship Service
(Rock Room)
12:00 pm: Reception for Pastor Bob
(Diehl Chapel) Men’s Study - Tender Warrior
(Room 201)
12:30 pm: Adult Sunday School Teachers
Lunch (Offsite) Children’s Activities (all ages)
3:00 pm: Tsunami Band Practice Thursday, October 15:
4:00 pm: Collaboration Band Practice 9:00 am: MOPS Steering Committee
(Community Room)
6:00 pm: Traditions Service (Diehl Chapel)
6:15 pm: Praise Team Vocals & Rhythm
Monday, October 12:
Choir Rehearsal Childcare
9:40 am: Celebrate Recovery Sponsor
(Room #5)
Meeting (Cry Room)
7:00 pm: Praise Teams & Choir
6:30 pm: Caregivers Support Group
(Community Room) Orchestra
Tuesday, October 13: Friday, October 16:
7:00 am: Men’s Bible Study 9:15 am: Seniors Choir Rehearsal
(GL Conference Room) (Music Room)
9:00 am: Women of the Word Leaders 5:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery Sponsor
(Fellowship Hall) Meeting (Cry Room)
Women of the Word Childcare 6:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery
(Room #5) (Fellowship Hall)
9:30 am: Women of the Word (Fellowship Saturday, October 17:
Hall)
Nicaragua Mission Trip Leaves
6:30 pm: District Tour of Churches
7:00 am: Men at Prayer (Community Room)
7:00 pm: Bereans Prophesy Bible Study
Ladies Prayer Walk (DFC Parking
(Room 202)
Lot)
Wednesday, October 14:
8:00 am: Shipshape for Shawn Work Day
4:30 pm: Hang Time in the Youth Café
5:00 pm: MASH Class Potluck
5:00 pm: Women of the Word Leaders
(Fellowship Hall)
5:30 pm: Rock Band Practice