Denver First Church

November 22, 2009

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

Stephen Abbott
Young Adult & Family Pastor
Rich Cantwell
Business Administrator
Bud Curry
Hospital Chaplain
Tina Hayhurst
Student Ministries 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. A Taste of Christmas v. how you can
Judy Jones help…
Gregg Moran
2. news update
Gene Rakes
i. important info… vi.final word...
Bud Roe
Kathy Tate ii. kotchadoingood!” 3. calendar of events:
Jim Webb November 22-28
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,

As the plane descended Saturday night I looked out the window and all I saw was
white. Snow was flying past my airplane window at an estimated 300 miles an hour. I
was experiencing my second Denver snowstorm. After a treacherous trip to my hotel, I
settled in and realized that Sunday am would be different. We had a big day planned
with baptisms to close the service.

As I drove in on Sunday morning, I knew that many would choose to stay home. For
many that was the right decision and yet I just wished it would have snowed at another
time. That was the reality of last week. I was surprised at how many braved the roads
and the snow. When we were done last Sunday morning, I had an overwhelming feeling
of being thankful; despite the storm, God had given us a good day.

God is so good to us! As we look toward this Sunday and this next week of Thanksgiving
let us count our blessings. Despite the storms God still blesses us! In the attitude of
thanksgiving we will receive our 2009 Thanksgiving offering beginning this Sunday. Our
goal is $75,000. I believe we can reach this goal if we remember how God has blessed
us and remember that this money goes to the mission of Jesus! I believe those who sow
generously will be blessed generously!

Whether it snows or the sun shines, God will always bless those who seek Him. I am
praying for an awesome Sunday service! I am looking forward to delivering the Fifth and
final “Foundation of Faith” sermon. Please be with us and please bring a friend!

I am thankful for your partnership in reaching our world for Christ!

God Bless!
Pastor Shawn A. Siegfreid

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.
Navajo Shoebox Mission Trip Nazz Jazz Finale Concert
Thanksgiving Break “Three Nights in Bethlehem”
Tennyson Center Ministry “A Night of Hope”
Single’s Christmas Party ACH Giving
First Edition Bookstore DFC Pantry
Youth Gift Card Sales
Today’s email will cover the following topics: “Kotchadoingood!”, Board Perspective,
Timely News for the Congregation and How You Can Help
News Update
“kotchadoingood!”

Navajo Shoebox Christmas

Thanks to all who took a shoebox to fill for the Navajo! There are no
boxes left! That means that when everyone brings their boxes back
this Sunday, we will be able to build a huge wall of gifts to give to
those in need. Way to go! If you would still like to participate, fill
your own shoebox-sized box with age-appropriate items. Wrap it
well with tape and a note on the box that includes the gender and
age that the gift is for. Tape an envelope to the outside of the box
with $5 in it to help pay for delivery.
News Update
Board perspective...
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Are you ever embarrassed by the surprise you experience in your spirit when our Father
does something He has promised to do? The Church Board met for our monthly
meeting on Tuesday, and there is such a spirit of unity present in the meetings of late.
We prayed for a common purpose and for a leader who would bring us together under
a single focus. Uniting around Him, of course, IS God's will (John 17:20-23). And yet, I
must confess a sense of relief and, yes, a little surprise in my heart as I experienced
some of the results of our prayers in that meeting. It's neither a lack of belief nor of faith,
simply a failure to expect. I hope I can get to that place where I'm so centered in
God's will that I am in constant expectation.

Because I was out of town last Sunday, I listened to Pastor's message available at the
DFC website. I downloaded it to my MP3 player and listened to it multiple times. I kept
wondering about letting my light shine before men. I asked myself if there is anything in
me that makes me fearful of sharing the truth of Jesus Christ in an unaltered way.
Unfortunately, it was a question that didn't take long to answer in the affirmative.

While I was, once again, aware of a shyness about really being the kind of witness I long
in my spirit to be, the question of "Why?" stayed stuck in my consciousness. Oh, sure, I
had my arsenal of canned excuses I always use to make myself feel better about being
"cautious" before really sharing my faith. But these brought me no solace from the
piercing question I now recognize as being asked by the Holy Spirit. I needed to know
why.

For me, the answer came in Luke 16:13, which I saw with fresh eyes: "No servant can
serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other,or he will be devoted
to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money."

Did you catch it? I've always read this with a conclusion that I need to be devoted to
God. While that is certainly true, there is a correlated principle Jesus points out, which
I've always failed to absorb. I have to love the one and hate the other! Jesus was, in
particular, contrasting devotion to God vs. money because he was leveling the remark
at the Pharisees. But I think I've always allowed myself to get tangled in that phrase in
the past. What I really need to consider is whether I truly HATE anything that conflicts
with my love for Him. Perhaps this explains Jesus' shocking statement in Luke 14:26.
Could it also explain the pointedness with which He dealt with Peter in Matthew 16:23?

I definitely have some work to do in developing an attitude of ruthlessly dealing with

anything within myself that competes with God. It seems sure that this is the only way I
will ever become that witness I so long to be.

Serving Him Alongside of You,

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

Welcome Mike & Kristen Hull

Our new Student Ministries Pastor, Mike Hull, begins on Sunday, November 29th. We
are very excited to welcome him and his wife, Kristen. Please introduce yourself to
them and help them feel welcome!

A Taste of Christmas - Sat., Dec. 5

Tickets are still on sale! Tickets are $12.00. Volunteers are still needed in all areas.
See Gay Borrego at the ministry booth near the South Entrance, or email Gay at
winksfrog@aol.com Come join us and start your Christmas season with a beautiful
luncheon.

Nazz Jazz Finale Concert - Sunday, November 22

This concert, Sunday at 6:00 pm, will be the “Finale” concert for Nazz Jazz and
Jerry Nelson prior to his embarking into full-time concert ministry. Bring your friends
and hear Nazz Jazz in full stride as you’ve never heard them before. Free
admission!

Navajo Shoebox Mission Trip

Following the AM service this Sunday, November 22, there will be a brief
informational meeting about the Navajo Shoebox Mission Trip in the Fellowship Hall.
Anyone interested should attend. Then stay to help sort and wrap the shoeboxes!
For more info, contact Steve Sanford (303/349-0609) or John Bruneau
(303/328-7303).

No More Check Writing! The Convenience of ACH Giving!

Did you know that you can make your tithe and Faith Promise payments automati-
cally each month? The Business Office can, with your written authorization, request
an “ACH transfer” from your bank account to DFC’s bank account. For more info,
or to request an authorization form, please contact Karen John in the Business
Office at 303/761-8370.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Thanksgiving is next week. Because of the holiday, we have a short work week
here at the church and will not send out an E-blast next week.
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

Calendar
November Dates:
11/20-22 Power Surge District Retreat
11/21 IN Group Banquet
11/25 No Wednesday Evening Activities
11/26 Thanksgiving day - church building closed
– no Mission:Denver in November
11/27 No DivorceCare or DivorceCare for Kids
11/29 Advent Theme: Hope
11/29 No evening service - church building closing at 2:00 pm
December Dates:
12/03 Point Loma preview days
12/03-04 A Taste of Christmas preparation
12/05 A Taste of Christmas
12/06 Advent Theme: Peace
12/06 DFC Christmas concert - “A Night of Hope” - 3:00 pm
12/06 Bake Out: Bake Sale
12/11-13 Navajo Shoebox trip
12/13 Advent Theme: Joy
12/13 DFC Children’s Christmas program
12/13 Evening Service Special Speaker: Pastor Shawn
12/23 No Wednesday Evening Activities
12/20 Advent Theme: Love
12/24 Christmas Eve service - 5:00 pm
12/25 Merry Christmas! - church building closed
January Dates:
1/1 New Year’s Day - church building closed
1/3 No evening service - church building closing at 2:00 pm
News Update
timely news for the congregation...

Kid’s Corner

He Holds the Future

This week, I had the privilege of attending a Science Fair at a local elementary
school. As I listened to these young scientists confidently explain their science
projects, my mind seemed to fast forward ten years. Would one among the
group someday discover the cure to a disease that ails us today? Might
another invent a breakthrough technology? Similar thoughts run through my
mind when I listen to our DFC kids converse during Sunday School or
participate in worship. Will these children witness to their college roommates?
Will others grow up to serve the Lord in developing lands?

On Sunday, November 29, 2009, our children will be worshiping alongside our
adult congregation. The Bell Choir, Puppet Team, and the Children’s Choirs
will be participating in Praise and Worship. The DOGS will be assisting our
ushers in collecting the offering. We will also have two 6th graders singing with
the Worship Team. Then, on Sunday, December 13, 2009, our children will be
leading in worship as they share the Christmas story through a musical called
“Mystery of the Manger”.

Joining in worship with our children on these upcoming Sundays will surely give
us the opportunity to listen to their hearts and be reminded of their potential.
God is working in the lives of our DFC kids. He is using them, and will continue
to use them, to further His kingdom.

Sincerely,
Susan Foster
News Update
how you can help...
Pantry - Our Cupboards are Bare!
Just this week alone, we have had 9 families come to the DFC Pantry for
food. If we count each person in those 9 households, that means we have
helped feed 26 people this week. We depend on your contributions to help
those in need. If you are able, please donate non-perishable food, hygiene
and paper goods to the Pantry. Right now, we are running low on
everything including, oatmeal, canned salmon, peanut butter, canned
veggies and soup, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce, crackers, toothpaste,
soap, shampoo and all sizes of diapers. We truly appreciate your donations.

Thanksgiving & Christmas Baskets

If you would like to help distribute the Thanksgiving baskets this year, please
call Randy Smith’s office at 303/806-2625. These baskets are filled with food
for families in need. Preparation was on November 18th and delivery will be
on Sunday, November 22. We are anticipating putting together similar
baskets at Christmas time. If you know of a family in need, or would like to
assemble or distribute these baskets, please call Randy’s office.

Thanksgiving Offering
There are few times in recent memory that your staff can recall greater de-
mands on the church pantry than we experienced in the past 90 days. This
is reflective of the time we are in.

Historically, it is in such times that believers have stepped up and have given
sacrificially to those who are in greater need.

Our world is in need all around us. The Church of the Nazarene is on the
front lines internationally reaching girls and boys, adults—people of all
ages—for the cause of Christ. Pray specifically about what the Lord would
have you give. And then give—as an act of worship to Him—from a joyous,
grateful heart.

We will be collecting our Thanksgiving Offering for Others this Sunday. Our
goal is $75,000.
News Update
how you can help...

Urgent Need
A member of DFC in chronic pain is in need of a Certified Nursing Assistant
for the next two weeks. Please call the Randy Smith’s office (303/806-2625) if
you qualify for this area of service.

A Taste of Christmas - Saturday, December 5th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Gentlemen, you are invited to be a participant this year for A Taste of
Christmas! As in years past, we are relying on you to help serve food and
beverages and to fill in where extra hands are needed (before, during and
after the event). Please let Cheryl Gallentine know if you would be
interested in helping (gallentinec@gmail.com or 303/795-0500).

Decorating for Christmas

Christmas decorating here at DFC started on Thursday, November 19th. It
continues today and through the weekend. If you would like to help, please
stop by and lend a hand! Thanks so much to Dixie Whittaker and Linda
Jackson for heading up and organizing this huge project!

Naz Car
The “Naz Car” ministry will be helping the church repair donor cars to be
given to the needy. We need people who have skills to join us! We also will
be teaching the next generation about cars. We are accomplishing this by
building a drag car. We need an older, full frame car. Some suggested cars
are Nova, Camaro, Firebird, Vega, etc. Contact Bob Davis if you can help.
303-916-5206
News Update
final word….

The streets were slushy and borderline icy, the temperature, a few degrees below
what was comfortable for most. The Sunday night crowd reflected the
inconvenient conditions of the November night. Still, those who ventured out were
rewarded with a unique worship experience.

Sunday night’s service was led by Keith and Tina Weber. Throughout the evening,
between music either led by Tina or featuring her singing one of the songs she has
written, Keith unfolded the compelling story of how God allowed him to minister to
“J,” one of Keith’s customers. A non-believer, a former social worker whose
pastime was interior decorating, “J” was a homosexual man confined to his home
with a terminal illness.

Far from an exercise in spiritual chest-pounding, Keith, with humility, disclosed how
the Lord kept him from preaching to “J,” and instead encouraged him to love the
man through his days of decline. “J” accepted the Lord’s gift of salvation within
three days of his passing. Keith’s was a testimony of God’s love, compassion, and
grace, delivered in a spirit of brokenness.

I can think of times when I clumsily filled awkward spaces of silence with words—
words that rang as empty as the sound of tinkling cymbals. Sometimes, the Lord’s
louder, clearer witness is conveyed through our obedient silence.

May we be attentive to His direction in our lives…today.

Randy Smith
 Calendar of Events
November 22-28

Sunday, November 22: Monday, November 23:

8:00 am: Praise Team Sound Check 9:40 am: Celebrate Recovery Sponsor
(Sanctuary) Meeting (Cry Room)
8:30 am: Choir & Orchestra Sound Check Tuesday, November 24:
(Sanctuary)
7:00 am: Men’s Bible Study
9:00 am: Sunday School (all ages) (GL Conference Room)
Nursery & Preschool open 6:00 pm: Student Outreach Night
10:30 am: Morning Worship Service 7:00 pm: Bereans Prophesy Bible Study
(Sanctuary) (Fellowship Hall)
Nursery available Wednesday, November 25:
1st - 4th Grade Children’s Church 6:30 pm: Celebrate Recovery
(GLA) (Room 200, 202)
5th & 6th Grade DOGS Worship
Thursday, November 26:
12:00 pm: Shoebox Sorting (Fellowship Hall)
Happy Thanksgiving
The Refuge Leadership Meeting (Church Building Closed)
(GL Fellowship Hall)
Friday, November 27:
1:00 pm: Youth Return from Power Surge
5:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery Sponsor
4:30 pm: Quizzing for Blue Level - 4th - 6th Meeting (Cry Room)
Grade (GL Room # 14)
6:00 pm: Celebrate Recovery
Children’s Committee Meeting (GL Fellowship Hall)
(Community Room)
Saturday, November 28:
5:00 pm: Puppet Practice (5th & 6th Grade)
(Room 12) 7:00 am: Men at Prayer (Community Room)

Bible Quizzing - Blue Level - Ladies Prayer Walk (Parking Lot)

4th - 6th Grade (Room 14)
6:00 pm: Nazz Jazz Finale Concert
(Sanctuary)