Shabbat Shalom 3/16/2024

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Shalom Mishpacha!

We hope and pray that all of you are enjoying our Spring snow event, about 14 inches here so far, and are staying warm and safe! The good news is that the snow is supposed to end by Friday morning in most places so hopefully it will not effect our services this Shabbat. We will certainly update you if things change. This Shabbat March 16th will be a very special service for Or Chaim. First of all, we will be meeting at GATEWAY ON MT. ZION CHURCH, 166 S. LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN RD. GOLDEN, 80401. This is where our Congregation used to meet until the fire. Our service will begin at the usual time of 11am. We will be having an IMMERSION CEREMONY where we will rejoice as David and Hilary Cohen and Iva Kamensi will be immersed in obedience to the Scriptures as they publicly declare their faith in Yeshua!

Following the immersion, we will welcome our friend  Brian Sanders as he introduces the recently finished film project, WHY STAND WITH ISRAEL. This has been a labor of love for Brian for many years and he wants to preview it at our Congregation. You will be moved and encouraged as you see and hear from wonderful teachers and leaders in the Messianic Jewish body in the Land, not just from their own experiences but what the prophets throughout the ages have said about Israel and its people. This is a MUST SEE, and we would encourage you to invite friends, family members and neighbors so that they would understand the times we are living in from a Biblical perspective! WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!

MEN’S ADVANCE 2024 IS UPON US! The theme this year is FOR SUCH A TIME, and the guest speaker will be Greg Savitt a Messianic Jew who served with Jews for Jesus and Chosen People Ministry and who now is the Director of Jewish evangelism with Rock of Israel Ministries. The Advance will take place next Friday and Saturday, March 22nd-23rd,  at THE HIDEAWAY INN, 3805 Walker Rd, Colorado Springs and the cost is $175 for lodging and food. This event will be a lot of fun as we join with men from Castlewood Canyon Church, which includes great teaching and fellowship! If you have any questions or would like to attend but can’t afford the cost, please contact Lee Cooperman.

PURIM IS COMING UP! Or Chaim Congregation will be celebrating Purim on Sunday March 24th at 5:30pm at the Aronsteins' home! This will be a fun evening of remembering the momentous events of the Book of Esther and dressing up as Queen Esther or the evil Haman, and eating ‘hamantashen’! The address is 7220 Box Canyon Rd Sedalia, 80135. You might even be a star in a Purim ‘Spiel’!

Also, don’t forget that on Friday evening March 29th we will be hosting recording artist Aaron Shust for a very special Benefit Concert for Israel! It will be held at The Rock Church, 4881 Cherokee Dr. Castle Rock 80109, and the cost is $20, which can be purchased through our Or Chaim website. The doors open at 6pm and the concert will be at 7pm. As we have been sharing, all proceeds will be going to assist Israelis who have been so impacted by the events of the last 6 months and a special offering will taken that night. This will truly be a One New Man event as Colorado stands with Israel!

As you can see, there are some awesome events coming up! God is moving and all of these happenings are about Kingdom advancement! Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:

You can give online at:
https://www.or-chaim.com/donations

THIS IS ALSO WHERE YOU GET YOUR AARON SHUST TICKETS IN ADVANCE!!!


Or you can make checks payable to :
Or Chaim
1658 Deer Creek Rd. 
Monument, Co.80132

Blessings and Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat March 9, 2024 Happy Birthday Rabbi!

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Shabbat Shalom!
I’m in the midst of the 2024 CONVERGE conference in Castle Rock. God is speaking to His body powerfully! Much repentance and a fresh outpouring of “sonship” (not gender, but position) in our midst!

We will be meeting on Shabbat at  The Dwelling Place at 11am. Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. The Lord has given me a message entitled SOVEREIGNTY, HOLINESS AND POWER IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALING. It is a now word for the season we are in! We will have a potluck Oneg following the service, so bring a dish to share and stay for the fellowship! There are some very important events coming up in the next several weeks and I will be communicating those details shortly.

Well, a short update this week as I need to get back to the conference. Remember, be in prayer as many in our body have been attacked with sickness, but we have also seen God do miraculous things!
Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Aaron Shust March 29th! https://pushpay.com/g/orchaimgolden

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Shabbat Shalom!

Well, March is upon us and we can start to look ahead to Spring! I know for many, this winter has had its challenges with health issues, financial and family and even housing issues, but God has and will show His faithfulness and commitment to you and your families! Recently, Millie and I have been confronted with some health challenges and we are pressing in to His word, praying in the Spirit and putting our trust in the ONE who has conquered death and the grave. It is not easy sometimes, but it is what we are called to do as the word in Ephesians 6:12 says, “Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you may be able to resist when the times are evil, AND AFTER YOU HAVE DONE EVERYTHING, TO STAND FIRM.” It is not easy to stand firm sometimes, but we can when we are trusting in the One who will never let us down.

We will be meeting at The Dwelling Place this Shabbat, March 2nd at 11am. Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. I will be sharing an important message for these days, The Glory and the Cross: Messiah in You! It is a NOW word for us about how to appropriate the authority we have as covenant people and how to live in hope! We will also take communion together, so let’s prepare our hearts for a wonderful Shabbat together. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP! There are many exciting things taking place over the next few weeks so please put them into your calendars:

- CONVERGE CONFERENCE; MARCH 7-9 AT THE ROCK CHURCH (CASTLE ROCK); we will still be having our regular Shabbat service at the Dwelling Place! I will be leading a panel on that Friday on how the Church needs to stand with Israel!

- SPECIAL SCREENING OF “WHY STAND WITH ISRAEL” AND IMMERSION SERVICE! MARCH 16th; For this service, we will be meeting at Gateway on Mt. Zion Church; 166 S.Lookout Mountain Rd. Golden, 80401

- MEN’S ADVANCE ‘FOR SUCH A TIME”; MARCH 22-23 AT THE HIDEAWAY INN; Special speaker Greg Savitt, a Messianic Jewish leader and director of Jewish evangelism with Rock of Israel Ministries; cost is $175 (see Lee Cooperman)

- ISRAEL BENEFIT CONCERT WITH AARON SHUST; FRIDAY MARCH 29TH AT THE ROCK! Doors open at 6pm and the cost is $20! Also, a love offering will be taken for ministries in Israel!

As you can see, there are some awesome events coming up! God is moving and all of these happenings are about Kingdom advancement! Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:

You can give online at:
https://www.or-chaim.com/donations


 Or you can make checks payable to :
Or Chaim
1658 Deer Creek Rd. 
Monument, Co.80132


Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

AARON SHUST IS COMING TO THE ROCK CHURCH MARCH 29th! Go to DONATE FOR YOUR TICKETS!

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TICKETS:

https://pushpay.com/g/orchaimgolden

Aaron Shust will be coming for a Live Concert on Good Friday Erev Shabbat for an Israel Benefit Concert that we will host at the Rock! You can get your tickets in advance by going to our donate button and choosing Israel benefit Aaron Shust. Print your receipt as your ticket or show it at the door on your phone. A love offering will also be taken for Israel’s needs. Doors open at 6pm!

https://www.aaronshust.com/about

Shabbat February 24, 2024

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Shabbat Shalom!

God is good. Let me say it again, GOD IS GOOD! Sometimes we utter words because they are in the Bible or we feel it’s what we are supposed to say. It is time we say these words because we truly BELIEVE in what we are saying, no matter what just happened or what the doctor report has just told you. In all things, we will declare that God is good! When the body of Messiah proclaims the goodness of God and praises Him in the Statehouse, schoolhouse, marketplace, media and Hollywood as well as the family and Congregational buildings, we are on the cusp of revival!

This Shabbat we will be meeting at The Dwelling Place at 11am! The weather is going to be great, and there is no snow in the forecast! Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. I will be sharing part #2 of a message on Revival/Reformation and how we have been commissioned and anointed to see it manifested on planet earth! WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!

We will have some special events coming in March, so get ready for a wonderful Spring!

— March 7-9; CONVERGE conference  

at The Rock Church in Castle Rock

— March 16th; special showing of WHY STAND WITH ISRAEL, the Brian Sanders film project now released. 

— Men’s Retreat at The Hideaway Retreat Center (more info to come)

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:

You can give online at:
https://www.or-chaim.com/donations

 Or you can make checks payable to :
Or Chaim
1658 Deer Creek Rd. 
Monument, Co.80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat 1/13/2024 Mazel Tov David and Hilary Cohen!

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Shabbat Shalom!

Well here we are in the dark and frigid days of January, which, if I was to ask for a show of hands, no one would raise their hands as their favorite time of year! But in our hearts, we are staying warm by being in His presence, and we are being strengthened by His joy! As I have been sharing over the past weeks, this year will be very active, both in the natural flow of things but also in the spiritual realm. The other day as I was at the State Capitol praying for the beginning of the legislative session, pro-Hamas demonstrators took over the House gallery with their vile chants and screams. It seems that evil has become the norm in the name of “free speech”, but we as people of faith need to be declaring righteousness and kingdom justice wherever we go! The famous statement from Edmund Burke is so relevant today, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing”. We as the KAHAL (called out assembly), have to be aware of what is taking place, and at the same time not become full of hate and negate the message we are wanting to proclaim. Walking in the love of Yeshua and at the same time being bold in walking in a kingdom lifestyle in the midst of darkness!

This will be a very special Shabbat at Or Chaim! After our Torah service we are all invited to participate in the wedding of Hilary Mikoll and David Cohen! It will be a joyous occasion and following the ceremony, we will have a special reception in the fellowship room. Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we will begin our Torah service at 11am. Their story is so encouraging and they have become a wonderful part of our ‘Mishpacha’ during the last several months!

This coming Wednesday evening January 17th we will have a night of prayer for Israel at the Aronstein’. Their address is 7220 Box Canyon Rd. Sedalia 80135 and we will begin at about 6pm. All are invited to this special evening of prayer, as we want to see God’s purposes fulfilled for His land and His people! Also, next Sunday January 21st the men will be having their fellowship/breakfast at 10am, and we will send out the details of where that will take place.

The Lord has put it on my heart over the last few weeks to make a short trip to Israel to connect with our ministry partners, observe what is happening in the land, and to pray with soldiers and our Messianic brothers and sisters in the land. I will be leaving on Monday January 22nd and returning on February 2nd. God has put it on my heart to be a blessing and help with some of the enormous needs that the people are facing. When we lived in Israel, Millie and I worked with Avi, who has led Dugit Ministries for over 30 years. He leads a local Messianic Congregation, a distribution center and an outreach center in the heart of Tel Aviv. I asked him what are specific needs that have arisen because of the war, and I was taken aback by how great they are, especially for the Messianic believers in the land!


— Dugit runs a distribution center which in normal times serves about 50 families /week with basic food, clothing and household items. Since October 7th, they are serving over 200 families/week! The government provides very minimal help to families and many of the believers are already living in poverty.
— When the war started, The Israeli government was caught by surprise. Immediately they called up 350,000 reservists into the armed forces! They did not have enough clothing, such as socks, underwear and jackets for everyone called up. They were even short on some basic military items such as armored vests and “ballistic glasses” that could not be shattered! Dugit Ministries is doing what it can to bring these basic necessities to the soldiers, but it has put quite a financial strain oil them.
— When war broke out, many Israelis who were living close to Gaza had to be relocated away from the war zone. Many of them were brought to the Tel Aviv area and were provided with housing, but not enough money to pay the rent! Dugit is doing what it can to subsidize rent, but rents in Israel are very high, and these folks have lost so much! These needs continue as the conflict continues!
Would you consider sowing financially toward our goal? Also, if you would share with other local pastors or ministry leaders about the needs? You can give online at:
https://www.or-chaim.com/donations
Select “Israel Mission Fund” in the dropdown. Or you can make checks payable to :
Or Chaim
1658 Deer Creek Rd. 
Monument, Co.80132


God has used or Chaim over the last 8 years to be a  blessing into Israel and we want to continue to help our brothers and sisters in the land!

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Happy New Year! Shabbat Jan 6, 2024

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Shabbat Shalom!

Welcome to the new year 2024! What are your expectations? Are they Adonai’s desires? Are they bigger than you can handle? If you have these expectations and desires that you believe are from The Lord, you can also expect that they will be BIGGER than you can do on your own! As we say 'more in ’24’, it will mean that we will have to trust and depend on God’s power, grace and abilities, as well as continuing to Shema (active listening to Him!) for His direction and leading!

THIS MONTH IS OR CHAIM’S EIGHT BIRTHDAY!


We will be meeting at The Dwelling Place on January 6th at 11am. Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. I will be sharing a message, The Glory And The Cross: Fulfillment Of Covenant, with a teaching on the power of the finished work of Yeshua’s crucifixion and how it is the key to understanding Messiah in you — the hope of glory! I am excited about this message that He has given me… so come on out and let’s enjoy Shabbat together! WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP. 

Some upcoming events to be aware of and put in your calendars:  on Sunday January 7th, the Aglow Messianic Lighthouse will be having their monthly meeting, so come on out for great worship, teaching and fellowship! The speakers will be Mark and Carrie Tedder “musicianaries” who just came back from a trip to Israel, and live in Monument. The event begins at 3pm, so bring a “finger-snack” for the fellowship time. On Wednesday January 10th, I will be part of a prayer time as the Colorado State Legislature opens its' 2024 session. We will be meeting in the rotunda basement at 8:30am for a time of worship and intercession, as we begin to proclaim God’s righteousness and justice for our State! All are encouraged to attend, and if you play a guitar, bring it with you!

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING and TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788.  You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132

Shalom and Blessings!
Stewart and Millie

Last Shabbat of 2023

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Shabbat Shalom!

Well, it is that time of the year, we say ‘goodbye” to one year and we welcome in a new one! Of course on the Kingdom calendar, it’s just another day, but in our culture it is a day we make ”resolutions” that we fully intend to keep, and usually break by day 3! We hope and pray that you have been able to spend some wonderful time with your loved ones and maybe even enjoy some rest and quality time with Yeshua. I fully expect that 2024 will be as tumultuous and Spiritually active as 2023, maybe even more. Im not saying this as a prophetic decree, but as a statement based on what I believe God is doing in these days. My desire is that all of us will consecrate ourselves to actively listening to the voice of Adonai more intentionally, so as to not be shaken by the things that will be happening around us.

This Shabbat December 30th we will meet at The Dwelling Place at 11am! The address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden 80401. I will be sharing a message that is appropriate for a new year: "DESIRE FOR ’24: MESSIAH IN YOU — THE HOPE OF GLORY”. It will be an encouraging word to help us navigate the times that are ahead of us. WE WILL BE HAVING A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR THE FELLOWSHIP!

As we come to the end of the year, we would ask that you prayerfully consider a year end financial gift to Or Chaim Congregation. Believe me, we understand the financial hardships we have all gone through over the last few years, however, one thing we have learned over the years is that the Kingdom of God’s economy is not like any other economy! As the scripture tells us, He will “supply and multiply” our seed for a harvest of righteousness! I am confident that 2024 will be a year of breakthrough and promises fulfilled! I love the passage in 1 Corinthians 9:7, “Let giving flow from your heart, not from a sense of religious duty. Let it spring up freely from the joy of giving — ALL BECAUSE GOD LOVES HILARIOUS GENEROSITY!”

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com and at MENU, go to GIVING and TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788. You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132

Shalom and Many Blessings to you!

Stewart and Millie and the OCC Leadership Team

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Shabbat Shalom!

Hanukkah has ended but the season of miracles has not! As we come upon the end of the year in just a few weeks, the sense that I have is that 2024 will be a year of great kingdom advancement and revelation for the remnant, in the face of the world-wide shakings continuing. As we have been sharing over the last many weeks, when we seek intimacy with our wonderful Lord, and obey what He calls us to do we will experience more of the supernatural! Expect healings, return of the prodigals, and open doors that you thought were permanently shut!

This Shabbat December 16thwe will be meeting at the Dwelling Place at 11am. Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. I will be sharing a message out of the Gospel of John, as we continue to look at the 7 miracles of this extraordinary book. We will explore the real purposes behind the miracles and why we should see more of them in our day! WE WILL BE HAVING A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE. AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP! This past week, we sent out our latest edition of the on-line Tikkun America RESTORE magazine, Please read these articles to see what God is doing in our movement, as well as one that I wrote entitled "FOR EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON: A ‘JOSHUA 5’ LEVEL”.

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND

TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788.  You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 8013

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Services Today! Happy Hanukkah!

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Shabbat Shalom!
It seems the metro area did not get that much snow and it has stopped. WE WILL HAVE SHABBAT SERVICE TODAY AT 11am! PLEASE USE CAUTION IN DRIVING AND BE WISE! WELCOME TO COLORADO IN DECEMBER! If you don’t feel comfortable in driving, we totally understand. We will live stream on our YouTube channel.
Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!
Rabbi Stewart

Shabbat Nov 25th 2023

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Shabbat Shalom and Happy Thanksgiving!

Our prayer has been that you have enjoyed a wonderful time of being thankful for ALL that God has done for you! We had a wonderful time with our family as we gathered at our home, and just enjoyed being with one another! As the long weekend continues, I have also been looking at the weather for the next couple of days. It is very cold here (Monument), with light snow/flurries and the cold will continue at least through tomorrow. As of now (late Friday afternoon) WE WILL PLAN ON HAVING SERVICE TOMORROW! We will continue to monitor the weather so if anything changes we will notify you by email and Facebook. Drive carefully and dress warmly!

So, we will meet at the Dwelling Place, 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 at 11am! I will be continuing on the theme of INTIMACY/ABIDING, with a fresh look at some of the miracles that Yeshua performed in the Gospel of John. Is this relevant for the day we are living in? Absolutely, and I would add that especially in times of war and and upheaval we need to be DOING what His Word says, and in this, His Kingdom is expanded, and that is what many of His miracles were about. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE (GREAT WAY TO GET RID OF SOME OF THOSE LEFTOVERS!), AO BRING A DISH AND STAY FOR THE FELLOWSHIP! By the way, many folks have mentioned how the time of fellowship after service was really sweet and encouraging, so come on out and join with us!

I do want to update you on the solidarity event with the Jewish community last Sunday. It was incredible! About 300 people, Jews and Christians, attended to show their support for Israel and the local Jewish community. Church leaders and Jewish leaders shared about the eternal call of Israel and also what the Church's responsibility is to that nation and its' people today. Several in the Jewish community who attended shared over the next few days how blessed they were at what happened! The bridge is being built, thank you all for your participation and serving during this event!

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788. You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Nov 18, 2023

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Shabbat Shalom!

As we approach Thanksgiving next week, I am always led to the last verse in the Psalms, “LET EVERYTHING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE ADONAI. HALLELUYAH!” Yes, Israel is in a time of war, many of us are struggling physically, and we are burdened that our families are not walking with Yeshua, but … we will PRAISE ADONAI because He is worthy! I know, and you do also, that our Redeemer lives and He will do what He has promised He will do! Take time this next week and count your blessings and give Him praise for WHO HE IS, and I guarantee you, you will experience great joy and BREAKTHROUGH!

This Shabbat we will be meeting at 11am at The Dwelling Place, 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. It is going to be an awesome service where, I believe, God is going to speak to all of us! I have prepared a message, but more importantly, Ruach HaKodesh will lead us into what He wants us to hear. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!

Everyone is encouraged to come out on this Sunday November 19th for a special event WE WONT BE SILENT, as we join in solidarity with the Jewish community to say WE ARE WITH YOU! It will take place at THE LEGACY CAMPUS IN LONE TREE, 10035 S. Peoria St. Lone Tree, 80134 at 3pm. This is an important event for the region but also for the Body of Messiah. In the 1930’s, when anti-semitism was rearing it’s ugly head in Europe, for the most part the Church was silent — and the result was the Holocaust where 6 million Jews and millions of others perished. This is not just an existential war between Israel and Gaza, but a war where God is saying  “I HAVE NOW COME AS COMMANDER OF ADONAI’S ARMY” (Joshua 5:14). We, as the Body of Messiah (Jew and Gentile) are called to stand with God’s people, it is NOT a time of neutrality or silence but to step up and engage in this Spiritual conflict as Israel fights the military conflict! Please do not share this event on social media, but only through word of mouth to those you know will be supportive! If you would like to volunteer for this event (greeters, intercessors, ushers etc.) please let me know and we will direct you to the right person. We look forward to seeing you all there!

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788. You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Nov 11, 2023 Happy Veterans Day!

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Shabbat Shalom,

Veteran’s Day, what used to be called ‘Armistice Day’ until 1954, is a day to remember and honor those who have served this nation in the armed forces. As a veteran myself, I just want to thank you men and women, who selflessly gave to this nation, and we honor you for your service! Today, those of us who are serving the Living God are still being called to lay our lives on the line to see His Kingdom purposes realized and advanced in every area of our society. We may not be wearing a uniform, or are not deployed overseas, but we are still called to be watchful and to proclaim and stand in the gap between men and God. “ON YOUR WALLS, JERUSALEM, I HAVE SET WATCHMEN. ALL DAY AND ALL NIGHT, THEY WILL NEVER HOLD THEIR PEACE. YOU WILL REMIND ADONAI, TAKE NO REST FOR YOURSELVES, AND GIVE HIM NO REST UNTIL HE MAKES JERUSALEM A PRAISE IN THE EARTH.” Especially in this dangerous day we find ourselves in, let us endure till the end and do what we can to see the enemies around us defeated and, Yes, that the Name of Yeshua will be exalted and glorified!

This Shabbat November 11thwe will be meeting at the Dwelling Place, 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 at 11am. This week I sensed from Ruach HaKodesh to share a message on suffering. You might say, “Oy! Can’t we talk about something a bit lighter?” Actually, I think it will be very encouraging and helpful! All of us have experienced suffering but there are some real benefits that can carry us through and it doesn’t gave to always be a downer! We look forward to seeing you this week, and there will be a potluck Oneg following the service — TO EASE THE SUFFERING AFTER THE MESSAGE! There are some important events coming up that I want you be made aware of:

WE WONT BE SILENT: A TIME TO INSPIRE SOLIDARITY AND HOPE IN THIS HOUR OF RISING HATE AGAINST ISRAEL; Come on out and show our support of the Colorado Jewish community! Sunday, November 19th at Legacy Campus, 10035 S. Peoria St. Lone Tree, 80134. It will be at 3pm


SING WITH GLADNESS FOR JACOB - JER.31:7; Saturday, December 9th (see handout on Shabbat!)

HANUKKAH OUTREACH! Caroling, Hanukkah treats and fun in Greenwood Village! A blessing into the Jewish neighborhoods! Monday, December 11th @6pm, REZ ANGLICAN FELLOWSHIP, 9250 E. Belleview Ave. Greenwood Village, 80111


As you can see there are many important events taking place over the next few weeks. PLEASE USE DISCRETION AND WISDOM IN DISCUSSING THESE EVENTS DURING THIS SUPER-CHARGED ATMOSPHERE WE ARE IN AS A NATION!


Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788. You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Shabbat 10/28/2023 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER!

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After watching the track of the impending snow and ice storm, Leadership has made the call to cancel tomorrow's Shabbat Service at The Dwelling Place. This cancellation does not include Hayasoda and Torah Club meetings. Your leaders for those gatherings will make the call on those meetings. I believe they will contact you when they decide for sure.  If you have any questions about the classes, please get in touch with your club leaders. 

Stay safe and have a blessed Shabbat! Pastor Stew and Millie will be back for next week's service. Please keep them in your prayers, along with our entire congregation.

Please pray for Israel as they enter GAZA!

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788.  You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Blessings,

Mary


Shabbat Oct 21, 2023

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Shabbat Shalom,

It has been 2 weeks since the world witnessed the brutal attack on the people of Israel and the ugly head of anti-semitism once again showed itself to be just as hateful and prevalent as ever. We have prayed and many have fasted and we have tried to keep you as informed as we can, with various updates from those in the land. This is not a war between Israel and “Palestinians”, but a war brought upon Israel by people under the power of demonic entities who want to see Israel and the Jews wiped out! It is not complicated, it is a continuation of the ages-old agenda of the 'prince of this world’ to destroy the covenant people of God and thus to prove that God is not The Almighty One. The enemies plans will not succeed and God will bring about His purposes and that includes as Romans 11:26 states, “all Israel will be saved …”! Please continue to pray for wisdom and divinely inspired strategies for Israel’s leaders, protection over the IDF and the people of the land, and that the harvest of souls will be the result among both Arabs and Jews!

This Shabbat October 21st we will be meeting at The Dwelling Place at 11am. The address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401, so come on out and enjoy Shabbat with the ‘Mishpacha’ and be inspired by the Word, worship and the fellowship of a loving family! Father has given me a message to share, especially for this day we are living in, ABIDING: AUTHORITY, POWER, PRESENCE AND JOY! This is not a day to be fearful or timid in how we live or what we say, but to walk in the new identity as sons and daughters of the Living God. We look forward to seeing you and we will have a potluck Oneg following the service, so bring a dish and stay for fellowship. Our dance team will be showing their support for Israel and will be going to the 16th Street Mall for an afternoon outreach, so come on out and join with them and reach out to the community!

Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788.  You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat 10/14/2023

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Shabbat Shalom,

My weekly greeting of 'Shabbat Shalom’ is bit harder this week as it has been a very heart-wrenching week of war, however it is so important and especially meaningful today. I wish you, from the bottom of my heart, a 'PEACEFUL REST’ even and especially in times of violence and unparalleled evil! Us, and many of you have been praying constantly for the people of Israel, as so many of them are friends of ours, and also that this nation would stand with Eretz Israel! As you know, we have been joining with millions around the world praying for a harvest of Jewish souls, and the devil along with the prince of Persia is angry and attempting to instill fear in God’s people, DON'T ALLOW FEAR TO TAKE HOLD! Our God is Adonai Tz’Vaot, the Lord God of angel armies, and He will have the victory! Stay strong and stay in prayer and don’t be discouraged or led astray by voices in the media that may soon begin to turn on the apple of God’s eye! 

This Shabbat October 14th we will be meeting at the Dwelling Place at 11am. The address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. We will be continuing our theme on INTIMACY: HIS WORD IN US! This will be a very timely message especially for the day that we are living in! We will also be praying for the situation in Israel, which will include a special chanting of Kaddish. THERE WILL BE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!


I have to bring up a subject for your urgent prayer consideration. Those who know me are well aware that I LOATH to talk about finances! However, the finances of Or Chaim Congregation are very low. The bottom line is,  our outflow of expenses has been exceeding the inflow in the form of tithes and offerings. This has been ongoing for sometime and we are asking for your prayer into this situation. We know that our God is more than able to provide for all of our needs ACCORDING TO HIS RICHES IN GLORY! The good news is, we are not in debt or unable to pay expenses and bills, and we are continuing to support ministries in Israel, Africa and here locally! We have been in contact with our covering, Tikkun America, and are hearing that many other congregations are experiencing the same situation. So, we ask that you PRAY so that we can continue to provide for the Spiritual and practical needs of our community, and to be faithful to GIVE so as to be a blessing here, in Israel and into the nations!


Also, many have asked how they can give through our different donation methods…You can go to our Or Chaim Congregation website https://www.or-chaim.com  and at MENU, go to GIVING AND TITHING and simply click the DONATE button and follow the prompts. Or you can text ‘orchaim’ to (833) 877-2788.  You may always send checks to 1658 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, Co. 80132.

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie


Shabbat Sukkot Sameach 10/7/2023

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Shabbat  Shalom and Chag Sameach!
What an amazing season we have enjoyed! The Fall feast celebrations have been special and the presence of Adonai has been thick!

Millie and I have been in Fruita, Co., celebrating Succoth with a Messianic Kehila we have gotten to know over the months, Beit Lechem. We have had wonderful meetings with them and have had opportunities to share about the significance of this season. Last night, they had an evening of worship and testimony, and it was so encouraging to hear young people sharing how they have encountered Yeshua in special ways!

We will be having our Shabbat service tomorrow, October 7th, at The Dwelling Place at 11am! The address is 16800 W. 9th Ave, Golden 80132. Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!
Stewart and Millie