Families
Families play a vital role in the life of Common Flame
We offer programming to support our families both as a unit, as well as for individual family members.
Tied to our mission, our programs provide opportunities for our families to Deepen Spiritually, Connect Authentically, Serve Respectfully, and Love Radically.
Family Programming
First Friday Open Mic
First Fridays, 6 pm dinner, 7 pm show (September-May)
We’ll enjoy a pizza and salad dinner ($5/person; $20/family suggested donation) followed by an evening of entertainment. We really love to have kid performers.
We Are Parents (+ kids!)
Third Thursdays, 6 – 7:30 pm (September-May)
We share a meal together, then the kids go to childcare while parents participate in interactive and fun programming put together by Laura Lizut and Paula Garner. Each month will focus on a different topic or lens, with the aim of deepening or connection with each other. Please sign up so we know how much food to order. ($5/person; $20/family suggested donation).
Identity Groups
Periodically, we gather in affinity groups to support each other in our unique parenting journeys. At Common Flame we have a Mom’s group, and a Dad’s group called WOMBATS.
Special Events
We offer several one-off events to support families and children. Here are some examples of past or upcoming events:
- Youth Suicide Prevention Talk
- Self-Care Saturday for Moms
- Family playtime in the park
- Sundae Sunday (Ice Cream Social)
- Annual Community Picnic
- Spring Dance
Children’s Choir
Led by Laura Lizut, our Children’s Choir (open to 2nd-6th graders) explores our faith through music.
Family Camping Trips & Parent Retreats
Each summer, Common Flame hosts one or more camping trips for families in the Colorado mountains. Retreats for Moms and Dads are held annually in the Colorado mountains as well.
Holidays
Easter
Special faith exploration curriculum is followed by an egg hunt hosted by our High School Youth Group.
Halloween
A Spook-tacular bash with food, dancing, fun activities, and a haunted house hosted by our High School Youth Group.
Winter Solstice
A family-friendly service celebrating the return of the sun.
Christmas
Joyously compact, child centered services, telling the story of Christmas.