February 7, 2026

Rector's Report

February 7, 2026

2025 has been a year of joys and challenges for the McGugans. My son was married this past June. My daughter, Lydia and her husband, bought their first house in Littleton. I hope to be promoted from handyman to grandpa.

Pam Craig and Steve Mulhern, Co-Wardens

February 7, 2026

Warden's Report

Pam Craig and Steve Mulhern, Co-Wardens

February 7, 2026

As we look back on the past year, we are deeply grateful for the faithfulness, generosity, and resilience of the Christ Church community. Your commitment to worship, service, and to one another has allowed our ministries to grow and flourish.

Submitted by The Rev. Joseph Wolyniak

February 7, 2026

The Narthex Project

Submitted by The Rev. Joseph Wolyniak

February 7, 2026

Over the past two years of The Narthex project, Christ Church Denver has learned something essential: the question facing the church is no longer whether digital ministry matters, but how it can be theologically grounded, strategically focused, and pastorally honest.

The Rev. John Wengrovius

February 7, 2026

Parish Development Report

The Rev. John Wengrovius

February 7, 2026

Fr. John Wengrovius officially resigned from his position as Associate for Parish Development at Christ Church on December 31, 2025. Below is his resignation letter to Fr. Terry, dated November 19, 2025.

Communications

February 7, 2026

2026 Vestry Candidates

Communications

February 7, 2026

Learn more about our three new Vestry Candidates for 2026.

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 7, 2026

Whole-Life Discipleship Report

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 7, 2026

Christ Church aims to form a community of deeply-committed, whole-life disciples of Jesus for the world. This is how we put action to that vision.

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 6, 2026

Worship Expansion

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 6, 2026

As part of the Vestry Strategic Plan for ongoing growth, creating new opportunities for worship was a major activity in 2025. New weekly services, additional holiday services, and expanded Sunday mornings have all contributed to higher attendance this year.

Fran Berry, Head Verger

February 6, 2026

Worship Ministries

Fran Berry, Head Verger

February 6, 2026

As Fr. Terry always reminds us, "Worship is Job #1"! Worship ministries, in all their forms and functions, from

Chris Bendrell, Music Director with the help of The Rev. Terry McGugan

February 6, 2026

Music Ministries

Chris Bendrell, Music Director with the help of The Rev. Terry McGugan

February 6, 2026

2025 was a year of significant change in our Music department. Dan Dufford, our Music Director, was dismissed from his role during the year.

Submitted by Dennis Ridgley

February 6, 2026

Prayer Ministries

Submitted by Dennis Ridgley

February 6, 2026

The Prayer Ministries at Christ Church exist to connect people more deeply with God and one another through intentional prayer. Rooted in the heartbeat of Jesus’ life, this ministry supports

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 6, 2026

Discipleship Formation for Adults

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 6, 2026

Formation is about more than just instruction. In alignment with our Whole-Life Discipleship Manual of Practice we seek to offer transformative opportunities in all seven areas of discipleship. This includes scripture studies, service opportunities, and small group connection.

Christian Schell, Children, Youth & Family Director

February 6, 2026

Children's Ministry

Christian Schell, Children, Youth & Family Director

February 6, 2026

But Jesus said, “Let the children come to me, and do not stop them, for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.” Whole-Life Discipleship is the name.

Christian Schell, Children, Youth & Family Director

February 6, 2026

Youth Ministry

Christian Schell, Children, Youth & Family Director

February 6, 2026

The formation of our youth is essential to our formation as a community. Whole-life discipleship is initiated in childhood and invigorated in young adulthood.

Heidi Farr, Facility Director

February 6, 2026

Buildings and Grounds

Heidi Farr, Facility Director

February 6, 2026

Christ Church Denver has been blessed with a beautiful building and lovely grounds, and the Facilities team considers it a privilege to be able to maintain, improve and manage our property, both inside and out.

Brady TenBarge, Director of Operations

February 6, 2026

Finance Report

Brady TenBarge, Director of Operations

February 6, 2026

Christ Church finished the year with a net income of $3,028 after intentionally investing reserve funds to expand our worship and restructure our Christian Formation department, reflecting our commitment to steward resources prayerfully for ministry while preserving long-term financial stability.

Steve Petty

February 6, 2026

Outreach Ministries

Steve Petty

February 6, 2026

Outreach has two issues at the heart and purpose of the ministry. The first is to provide support for our eight Ministry Partners, and for other ministries at Christ Church as the need arises.

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 5, 2026

Community Life / New Members

The Rev. Todd Blackham

February 5, 2026

Christ Church strives to be a warmly welcoming community that invites folks into the full life of the church through connection with each other and deepening relationships.

Alice Bagley, Pastoral Care Coordinator

February 5, 2026

Pastoral Care

Alice Bagley, Pastoral Care Coordinator

February 5, 2026

Pastoral Care says: you are not alone. God has not forgotten you. Here at Christ Church we are honored to walk with you, pray with you, and be part of your journey.

Mindy Tipton, Treasureland Director

February 5, 2026

Treasureland Preschool

Mindy Tipton, Treasureland Director

February 5, 2026

At the heart of Treasureland Preschool is a deep commitment to relationship-centered ministry. We believe children flourish when they are known, loved, and supported within a strong community of teachers and families, grounded in trust, care, and shared purpose.

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