Denver Area
Brighton Concert Rings in the Christmas Season
Last Saturday, December 14th , the Colorado Saints Chorale put on a special holiday concert in Brighton, Colorado, titled, Joy to the World. The concert featured soloists Lauren Flauding and Victoria Olson. There was also beautiful music provided on the strings by Chuck Skinner and Ellen Taylor (violin), Sara McFadden (cello), and Sierra Hicken on…
Read MoreFive Low-Cost Holiday Family Activities in Downtown Denver
In the time of year where family traditions and activities are central- you might be on the hunt for quality family fun. Denver offers many answers. Since the costs of fun and holidays can add up quickly, we offer five solutions that are friendly on your wallet. These tips are for everyone looking to enjoy…
Read MoreDenver North Stake Benefits Local Charities Through the Helping Hands Food Drive
The Denver North Stake held its eighth annual Helping Hands Food Drive in November. Six food banks were benefited by the generous donations of stake members and the Bishop’s Storehouse of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The successful drive was a coordinated effort between the public affairs committee, stake leaders, members, and…
Read More6 Easy Ways to Help Denver’s Giving Machines Light the World
We’re two days away from the Grand Opening of the Giving Machines! We know it’s a big honor – and super exciting – to have the Giving Machines in Denver. After all, only 10 cities in the WORLD get the chance. But what can we do to help maximize the Giving Machines’ impact? Here’s a…
Read MoreChristmas Creche and Live Nativity to be Held in Colorado Springs
A Christmas Creche featuring nativities from around the world will be held Dec. 6 and Dec. 7 in Colorado Springs. The exhibit will also include musical performances and a live nativity. The event will take place at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 8710 Lexington Drive, Colorado Springs. Friday — Decmeber 6,…
Read MoreArvada Stake Participates in Pumpkin Patch Project
The Jeffco Interfaith Coalition is having its annual pumpkin patch fundraiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity. The group of interfaith partners from Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Lakewood and the Habitat for Humanity have worked together to build homes for nineteen years. Each year three semi-truck loads of pumpkins, squashes, and gourds from a Navajo farm…
Read MoreMissionary from Colorado Dies in Canada Following Accident
Elder Keck and his companion, Elder Dallin Thompson, 19, of Sahuarita, Arizona, were driving Sept. 13 in Kamloops, British Columbia, when their vehicle reportedly collided with a truck. Days later Elder Keck died due to his injuries. His mother was with him at his passing. Elder Thompson was critically injured in the accident. Elder Bryant…
Read MoreDenver Area Service Missionaries Touch Hearts through Christlike Service
Last November, the First Presidency announced an important change to missionary service. Beginning January 2, missionary-age youth in North America may officially embark as service missionaries. With the individual in mind, each service mission is customized to the needs and abilities of the one who has been called to serve. For some, that may mean…
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