Heart For Missions Week

• We will deepen our understanding of God through scripture, worship, and His creation
• We will learn about how God desires us to live on mission for His purpose in the world
• We will tangibly serve others with the goal of discovering our unique gifts and talents
• We will participate in team building activities that support growth in our interpersonal relationships

Missions Week Details  

Love Extended Day 

Cost: No Charge

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Our CHC Grade 6 and 7 Families will partner with Cherry Hills Community Church for an unforgettable day of service and connection at “Love Extended” on October 4! We will head out into the community to partner with incredible non-profits and bring hope, help, and love to those in need. This will be an opportunity to step out of our regular routines and jumping into local service projects. Indicate your desire to attend via the Student Participation Form. Additional details will be sent closer to the serve day.

Ponderosa Retreat Details  

Cost: Early Bird Rate: $310

After September 4: $360

• Morning and evening mission focused spiritual discipleship lessons with worship, prayer and small group discussion
• On site service opportunity
• Outdoor educational activities
• Wednesday evening closing service at CHCC with the Student Ministry Team
• Includes transportation
• Lodging
• Meals

Full payment which is non-refundable and non-transferable of $310 or $360 will be auto-drafted by FACTS on Monday, September 21.

Registration: Closes Friday, September 18

Chaperones Needed: Parents, you have always been a key part of making this week a success. Please sign up below to indicate your interest in accompanying Grade 6 as a parent chaperone. SIGN UP TO CHAPERONE HERE – Sign up will close Tuesday, September 1

Action Required: DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE PONDEROSA ACTIVITY FORM – Please return the complete form to spostma@chclions.org or turn in to the Middle School office no later thanFriday, September 4

A trip packet with schedule and a packing list will be provided in September. The retreat will conclude on Wednesday, October 7 at 8:15 PM. Students will have dinner at CHC and participate in a closing Worship Service on the CHCC campus. Pick up will be at 8:15 PM at the CHC Gym Doors.

Ministry in Motion Details  

8:20 AM – 3:20 PM

Cost: No Charge

After several days soaking in what it means to be on Mission for God we will put it into action with Ministry in Motion Day. Middle School Community Groups will head out into the greater Denver community to serve at various ministries and organizations for the entire school day.  Students will come alongside these organizations with their time, talents, and energy to demonstrate service in the name of Christ to local communities.  

A PARENT SIGN UP TO DRIVE OR CHAPERONE WILL BE COMING SOON

Please reach out with any questions to Stephanie Postma at SPostma@chclions.org

Child unable to attend?

If your child is unable to attend Missions Week for any reason they will be required to complete 15 service hours by Monday, April 19. If your child does not participate in Missions Week we will be in touch with additional details.

An Important Word from our Nurse

Updated Magnus Requirements for Mission Retreats

New Magnus requirements have been added for the upcoming grades 6 and 7 Missions Retreats.   If you have already completed your child’s Magnus forms, you will need to log back in and complete these newly added requirements.

You can access Magnus in either of the following ways:

• The easiest way is to log in to your FACTS account, select Student, then Medical. This will take you directly to Magnus.
• Visit MagnusHealth.com and log in using your CHC Magnus credentials.
• These requirements are due Friday, September 18, 2026.

Please note:  Any medications needed for the retreat must be dropped off to the clinic the week of September 28, 2026.

If you have any questions or need assistance accessing or completing the requirements, please contact Marissa Mullins.