Shabbat Shalom! Brian Sanders of Why Stand with Israel

Shalom!
Most of us know by now that Stew and Millie have retired and are in the process of moving to Florida.  Because of this, we are transitioning into a different phase of Or Chaim. We value each and every one of our faith community, and we will continue to come together to worship, seek the heart of Abba and fellowship with one another as the family we have become through the leadership of our beloved founders and former leaders.  We intend to continue having Shabbat services, Oneg, Holy Day services, etc., at the same time and location, and substantially the same format as we currently do; except for not having a single regular teacher. Our fellowship continues to meet at The Dwelling Place, 16800 W. 9th Ave, Golden, CO 80401. Service time will remain at 11am, with Oneg following. Please bring a biblically clean dish to share. We look forward to special times together, both during service and at our Oneg gathering.  

On Oct 17, Brian Sanders will be sharing with us. Brian produced the film, "Why Stand with Israel”, which is a film to change hearts - to debunk the lies, myths and misconceptions about Israel while educating the Global Church to live out its Biblical responsibility to stand with the Apple of God’s Eye. 

You can give your first fruits tithe and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com  or by mailing a check to Or Chaim, %The Dwelling Place, 16800 W. 9th Ave, Golden, CO 80401.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask any of the remaining leadership, which consists of:

Elders:
Tom & Mary Westendorf
David & Laura Aronstein
Russ & Siri Crider

Shammashim (Deacons):
Patricia DeLeon
Erica Beeson
Mike & Val Goodman

Shabbat 10/10/2026 Lieberman’s last official service-please come out!

Shabbat Shalom!
A few days ago we observed the 3rd anniversary of the heinous October 7th attack in Israel. No need to recount that terrible day and the demonic atrocities committed, but it is appropriate to thank the God of Israel for His divine hand that watches over His people! I was listening to an analysis of the upcoming Israeli elections by a couple of our Tikkun leaders today, and they stated that there has been a “revival” among the people. Not the revival we think of toward Yeshua, but a revival in their belief that there is a God who protects their nation and does miracles! For them, there is no doubt that He has brought victory for their armed forces in the face of unbelievable challenges even when it seems the whole world has turned against them!

I want to encourage you to come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat October 10th. We are located at 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we begin at 11am. As you know, this will be our last service here in Golden. Millie and I will ALWAYS be connected to this Congregation, no matter where we are. The Lord gave us a vision for this ministry many years ago, to be a “place for His presence”. Over the years we have seen so many breakthroughs in people’s lives, and have been able to come alongside and bless ministries and people around the world, and we have made life-long friends here Colorado. We know that our elders and leadership team, with all of you will continue to be a community that loves each other and shares that love with people here in Colorado, and in the nations.

We are excited to have our dear friend and our first worship leader, Lynne McDowell with us this Shabbat! Her love of Yeshua and her beautiful voice will certainly bless you. I will share some thoughts on our journey in the Lord, and we will bless and lay hands on our leadership team. So, come on out let’s celebrate Yeshua together this Shabbat! WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY DOR FELLOWSHIP!

You can give your first fruits or donation offerings through our website: or-chaim@gmail.com or mail a check to 16800 W. 9th Ave. Golden, 80401 (please note Or Chaim)

Shabbat Shalom and Blessings,
Stewart and Millie-Lehitraot

Shabbat Shalom Simchat Torah

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach!

What a wonderful season of Feasts we have had! Last week was awesome as we joined with Castlewood Canyon Church to celebrate Succoth with their church family and our special guest Sally Klein-O’Connor. Much joy, anointed worship, great fellowship and lots of food and good teaching! In line with the season we are in, it is also a time of miracles, as we witnessed this week in the skies over the Middle East! Am Yisrael Chai!

This weekend brings a close to the Fall Mo’adim with Simcha Torah. A time of joyous celebration of God giving Torah to His people. Come on out to Or Chaim this Shabbat, as we honor our beautiful Torah with a processional around the sanctuary! Our address is 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401and we start at 11am. I have been thinking a lot about the days that we are living in. The world says good is evil and evil is good, and yet the Scriptures I read describe a righteous and holy God that never changes and is always faithful. So, my message this week is simply, One Jew’s musings on the End Days. Maybe it’s just my understanding of Scripture, but I think it is important to talk about this. Bring a notepad as I will be looking at several key Scripture. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP.

This Monday, October 5thwill be a special time of remembrance for the Israeli lives lost on 10/7/23. We will be joining with the Jewish community and we will STAND WITH ISRAEL TOGETHER, JEW AND GENTILE! This event will be held at Resurrection Anglican Church in Greenwood Village. The address is 9250 E. Belleview, and it will begin at 7pm. Come early to get a seat!

We want to encourage you to be faithful in bringing your First Fruits offerings before the Lord. You can go to our app at Or-Chaim.com or mail checks to 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401

Shalom and Blessings,

Stewart and Millie and the leadership team of Or Chaim

Succoth 2026 Chag Sameach!

Shalom! 
What an exciting time of the year, my favorite season, as we come to the closing celebration of the Fall Feasts. A few weeks ago we blew the shofar as we welcomed year 5787 on the Kingdom calendar, and we celebrated Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets). Last week we had some powerful services for Yom Kippur, acknowledging and confessing our sins corporately, entering the Biblically mandated fast and coming together as a community to break fast and thank Yeshua for being our perfect atonement!

This weekend, September 25-26, join us as we celebrate the Feast of Succoth (Tabernacles), looking toward the final harvest and Yeshua’s return! It is a time of Thanksgiving, and remembering the faithfulness of our God during the Israelite’s wilderness experience. We will be joining together with Castlewood Canyon Church in Franktown, Friday evening the 25th. Our special guest will be songwriter and musician  Sally Klein-O’Connor. All are invited! Here is the information for this:

Feast of Trumpets Rosh HaShanah 5787 Friday night 9/11 @ 6pm

Come celebrate 16800 W 9th Ave, Golden CO 80401

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach!
Come and join us for our Feast of Trumpets service tonight! We are gathering at 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we will begin at 6pm. If you have a shofar, please bring it with you! REMEMBER, THERE WILL BE NO SHABBAT SERVICE TOMORROW MORNING, SEPTEMBER 12th!

You are all invited to Stew and Millie’s Retirement Send-off party between 2-5pm at The Dwelling Place tomorrow, September 12th!
Shalom and Blessings,
Stewart

Shabbat August 29, 2026

Shabbat Shalom,

Have you ever thought about what kind of aroma you carry? I’m not necessarily talking about our body odor (although that may be a problem!), but I’m taking about a Spiritual aroma. The Apostle Paul writes in 2 Corinthians, “But thanks be to God, who in Messiah always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us reveals everywhere the aroma of the knowledge of Himself” (v.14). Have you ever walked into a room and there was a wonderful smell that effected the whole atmosphere? Or, on the other hand, we walk into a room and smell the scent of death?  As lovers of God, we are to carry the very aroma of God wherever we go. When we bring a word of encouragement or share a Bible verse with someone, or pray for their healing we are carrying the very aroma of Yeshua! So, bring a sweet smell of the Lord in whatever place we are today!

Come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat, August 29th, and let’s take in the sweet aroma of Yeshua together as a community! We meet at 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we begin at 11am. This week we will be continuing our walk through Paul’s letter to the Galatians, and we will discover that there may be “snakes” on our Spiritual journey that we have to be aware of. That was true in the early days of Messiah’s community and it is true today. I was having coffee with a friend the other day and we both agreed that the body of Messiah needs true discernment and genuine repentance before we can experience true revival. Knowing God’s Word and His ways and staying in sweet fellowship with Him and His community are keys to walking in discernment and avoiding the snakes!

We will NOT be having our regular Oneg tomorrow after service! We will be gathering at the Westendorf’s farm for our summer Havdalah at 4pm. It will be a great time of fellowship, worship and wonderful food as we celebrate together the end of the Shabbat! Bring a main dish or a side or dessert, as we will be having a Mexican themed meal. The Westendorf’s address is 1029 Bonnie Lane, Watkins 80137, and all are welcome! Bring a camping chair as we will probably be outside if the weather cooperates. 

The Fall Feasts are coming up in just a few short week! The Feast of Trumpets (Yom Teruah; Rosh HaShana) will be on Friday eveningSeptember 11th. We will be entering the Kingdom calendar date of 5787, so stay tuned for more details! 

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat August 22, 2026

Shalom!

There is an old classic song written by George Gershwin (a good Jewish boy!) for the Broadway version of Porgy and Bess with the line "Summertime and the livin’ is easy …”. Of course when we were kids, summer was a time of fun, riding our bikes till late at night, campouts and BBQ’s and we never wanted it to end! In ancient Israel, summer was a time of working in the fields under the hot sun, getting ready for the harvest coming up. It is also the month of Elul when we are searching our hearts and asking Holy Spirit to show us areas we need to come into alignment with Him, in preparation for the Fall Feasts of The Lord. It is what I love about the Mo’adim (appointed times); God sets a time in His calendar that is all about His people gathering together to meet with Him! In these summer days, make a point of setting aside time to be in His Presence, reading His Word, and listening to what He is saying to you. He still speaks to His children!

We are so looking forward to coming together this Shabbat August 22nd to be with The King! Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we meet at 11am. I am sensing from the Lord to begin a series on Paul’s letter to the Galatians. He addresses some important issues that had entered into the churches there, and encourages the Believers there (Jews and Gentiles) to come back to the Good News that brings real freedom! I am looking forward to this series so, bring your Bible (or phone if that is what you use) and let’s dig in together. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP.

Next week, August 29th, we will be having our summer Havdalah (“separation”) when we close out Shabbat and prepare for the week ahead. It has been a long time since we have had one so come on out and enjoy the sweet fellowship, worship, food, and the presence of Yeshua as we end the Shabbat! We will be meeting at Tom and Mary Westendorf’s farm, 1029 Bonnie Lane Watkins, 80137. We will NOT have Oneg that day, so we can start gathering at the farm at about 4pm. Mary will send out something this week talking about food and such. I encourage you all to come out as these are great times together! Also as a reminder, we will be celebrating Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets) on Friday evening, September 11th at The Dwelling Place! We will begin our service at 6pm that evening, AND WE WILL NOT HAVE OUR NORMAL SHABBAT SERVICE ON SEPTEMBER 12!

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Aug 15, 2026 Ben Juster Tikkun America

Shalom! 

It looks like the drought that Colorado has been in for a long time may be coming to an end this week. At least here in Monument, where we have has downpours in the afternoon and evenings! We certainly do need the moisture here in Colorado. This has been a stretching time for Millie and I as we enter a new period of transition in our lives. Being in ministry for almost 40 years, as you can imagine, it is a huge thing to bring that chapter of our lives to a close. We have absolutely loved it, even in the hard times, and would not trade our journey for anything! The life-long friends we have made, the opportunity to travel to 40 nations, the blessing of seeing people set free from sin and sickness, and being so blessed to lead Or Chaim over these last 11 years are the things that we will treasure forever. Millie and I will never “retire” from doing Kingdom business, we are just entering a new season of opportunities and assignment!

Join with us this Shabbat August 15th for our gathering to worship Yeshua! We meet at 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we meet at 11am. This week we will be welcoming the president of Tikkun America, Ben Juster, who will be sharing with us. Ben is one of the Apostolic leaders in our Tikkun network, focusing on planting Messianic congregations, mentoring and releasing emerging leaders, and building unity among churches and ministries to stand with Israel. Ben and his wife Lorena have been a great encouragement to us and reside in Jacksonville, FL with their three children. He will be helping our leadership team in this season of transition. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP! Remember the upcoming Feasts of The Lord coming in just a few weeks. Here are the dates:

- YOM TERUAH (FEAST OF TRUMPETS); FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH AT SUNSET

- YOM KIPPUR (DAY OF ATONEMENT); SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH AT SUNSET

- SUCCOTH (FEAST OF TABERNACLES) FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 AND 26TH AT CASTLEWOOD CANYON CHURCH IN FRANKTOWN

Put all these dates in your calendar and expect great things to happen!

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Fall Feasts Calendar

The Fall Feasts of the Lord are coming up — please mark your calendars and join us for these special services. - Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets / Rosh HaShana) Friday, September 11th - Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) Sunday, September 20th - Succoth (Feast of Tabernacles) — joint services with Castlewood Canyon Church Friday evening, September 25th and Shabbat, September 26th This is a long-standing fellowship we share; Sally Klein-O’Connor will be joining us this year! All are welcome. More details about times and locations will be shared as the dates approach. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the congregation office 720-300-8342

Shabbat August 8, 2026

Shalom, beloved friends!!! 🌸✨ What a JOY it is to walk with Yeshua! Years ago I learned something life-changing: we cannot live the life of a believer in our own strength. There are moments when it feels overwhelming—maybe even impossible—but here’s the incredible truth—we were never meant to do it alone. The secret is to let Yeshua live HIS life through us. 🙌 Galatians 2:20 reminds us: > “I have been crucified with Messiah, and I no longer live, but Messiah lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by trusting in Ben Elohim, who loved me and gave Himself for me.” Isn’t that AMAZING? Every challenge, every trial, every obstacle that seems too much to bear—He carries us through when we surrender to Him. When we speak encouragement, pray for the sick, or bless a neighbor in need, Yeshua is shining His love through us. 💖 You’re warmly invited to join us this Shabbat, August 8th, at 11:00 AM for a powerful time of worship, teaching, and community. - Where: 16800 W. 9th Ave, Golden, CO 80401 - When: 11:00 AM I will be sharing Part Two of “The New Covenant, Israel, and the Church”—a vital, eye-opening teaching for the days we are living in. With so many lies, distortions, and antisemitic voices in the world today, it is more important than ever to know what GOD says. We look forward to worshiping and growing with you. Blessings and shalom.

To give: Or-Chaim.com

WE PLAN TO MAKE A IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT THIS SHABBAT SO ASK YOU ALL ATTEND IF AT ALL POSSIBLE!

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Shabbat July 25, 2026

Shabbat Shalom!

I keep telling myself, “Stew, you need to limit how much ‘news’ you consume.” And, I have, because it is depressing and it causes unnecessary anxiety! Everything that is happening, whether it be war in the Middle East, rising antisemitism, or the growing popularity of socialism and marxism, it has to be viewed through the lens of Scripture, or we will lose sight of God’s plans and purposes for this world! As a Congregational leader, I urge you to follow the advise of the Apostle Paul to the Philippians, “ … whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable — if there is any virtue and if there is anything worthy of praise — DWELL IN THESE THINGS” (emphasis added). Devour the Word, and spend time becoming more intimate with Yeshua!

Come on out to Or Chaim this Shabbat July 25thand worship the King with us! We are located at 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we begin at 11am. I believe the Lord has given me a very timely message and some insight on what the Scriptures are saying about current events. We will explore what Paul says regarding Israel and the Jews with a message I have entitled THE NEW COVENANT, ISRAEL, AND THE CHURCH. I have a love for the Church, the Bride of Messiah, and it is important in this current environment to remind ourselves of the eternal promises of God, because everything in this “world” is trying to prove that God will not prevail! I have good news to share! WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat July 18th Felix Joshua from Kenya!

Shalom!

As I have shared many times, I am concerned about the lack of serious study into the Word of God in the body of Messiah. We are not all called to be teachers or theologians, but as Believers we are exhorted to ABIDE in the love of Yeshua, and we are only able to ABIDE in His love, if we keep His commandments! How can we keep His commandments if we are not diligently reading and studying His Word? The Apostle Paul writes to his Spiritual son and disciple Timothy in his second letter to encourage the church in Ephesus to “Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, ACCURATELY HANDLING THE WORD OF TRUTH.” A “workman” in this context is a craftsman whose work can stand up to scrutiny before God. In this day, with all the contrary voices we hear and the ungodliness that we are surrounded by, just being in a service once a week is not enough to keep us from falling into worldliness and compromise. Make an effort to prioritize the reading, study, and meditating on the Word of God throughout the week and I guarantee that you will be blessed beyond measure and really experience what it means to ABIDE in His love!

Come on out to Or Chaim this Shabbat, July 18th, and worship our Messiah with us! We are located at 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we begin at 11am. This summer we are having several guest speakers from the nations who are sharing what God is doing and that we are blessed to be partnering with, to see the Gospel of the kingdom Go into all the world! Our friend and co-laborer from Kitale, Kenya, Pastor Felix Joshua will be with us this Shabbat sharing the Word with us. He is an apostolic leader in his community with a deep love for Israel and America, and always brings important insight to us on how to intercede and pray for our nation. He regularly fasts and prays for us, and brings to us a deep love and understanding of God’s Word. WE WILL BE HAVING A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP!

Millie and I want to thank all of you for praying for me in my recent health issue. I am doing fine and my toe and foot are healing well, so maybe, just maybe, I will be able to dance again soon! Prayer works, so if you have a need please let us know so that the the community can be praying for you.

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Shalom and Blessings,
Stewart and Millie

Shabbat 7/11/2026 Special Guest Sally Shiff on Israel

Shalom Family,

We are smack dab in the middle of one of the most dangerous and ominous seasons in the history of the Jewish people. In Lamentations 1:3 it says, “Judah has gone into exile under affliction and great servitude. She dwells among the nations. She finds no resting place. All her pursuers have overtaken her in the midst of her distress.”In Hebrew the term is “Bein haMetzarim” or literally “between the straits”. It is between 17th of Tammuz and 9th of Av, historically a time of great distress and tragedy marked by mourning among the Orthodox Jews. Such events as Moses throwing the 10 Words down following his return from meeting with God; the evil report of the 10 spies; and the destruction of the first and second Temples; and other terrible events throughout the centuries. Today, I believe it is no different. Israel is being abandoned and cursed by the nations, Jews are being attacked and the most hideous lies are being perpetrated against God’s people. Our universities and institutions are legitimizing full-on hatred of Israel and the Jews. Now, more than ever, we ned to be the “watchmen on the wall” calling out on behalf of Israel day and night, and giving God no rest!

As you know, I spent several days in the hospital last week dealing with an infection that became sepsis. Praise God, the infection is gone and I am healing fine, albeit with a little less of a toe than I had before! I didn’t realize how dangerous it could have become if Millie didn’t take me in to ER when she did. Yes, us guys are stubborn! Come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat July 11th as we gather together to worship our King Yeshua! Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we meet at 11am. Last week many of you met at the Cornell’s property in Pine for the 4th of July and had a wonderful time (even without Millie and I!), and enjoyed wonderful fellowship with each other. WELL, TOMORROW WE ARE BACK AT THE DWELLING PLACE SO INVITE A FRIEND AND COME ON OUT! Summertime is usually our time at OCC when we focus on missions. This Shabbat we will have dear friend of ours, Sally Shiff, from Kfar Saba, Israel join us and share a timely message entitled BUILDING THE WALL, focussing on the foundation stones needed today to see the Gospel of the Kingdom penetrate Israel and the nations. WE WILL HAVE A POTLUCK ONEG FOLLOWING THE SERVICE, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP.

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Shalom and Blessings,
Stewart and Millie

Shabbat July 4th Celebration-No Services Today! BBQ picnic…

Shabbat Shalom!

This Shabbat is the 4th of July! As this is a big one, America’s 250th birthday, we will NOT be having our regular Shabbat service at the congregation building. Many in our community will be out of town or celebrating with family and friends. HOWEVER, the Cornell family (Dan, Stephanie and Morgan) have graciously invited us to be at their “farm” in Pine, west of Denver, beginning at 12pm. They will be having a picnic with burgers, chicken etc, and their property is beautiful! Bring a side dish and let’s celebrate together! Their address and directions are below:

To the Congregation at OR Chaim

on Saturday July 4th 2026, from

12noon to 4pm, the Cornell Family is offering to host an Afternoon Cookout for anyone interested in celebrating their 4TH of July Sabbath in the Mountains. Our home is 1/2 Mile from Pine Valley Open Space Park. Our home has clean restrooms, running water, shade and Food. The Open Space Park has miles of beautiful Paths, a Lake, and the South Platte River running through it.

The Cornells would supply the Chicken, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Vegetarian Baked Beans, and Water. Any Congregants interested in visiting the Park or our home would please bring Side Dishes or Desserts.

Leashed Pets are welcome, please bring all their necessities with you.

Our property is Not Fenced.

Anyone interested in attending would please

RSVP by Friday 7pmJune 26th so we may prepare.

Home phone# is (303) 838-0937 NO TEXTS, leave Mssg on answering machine( listen for Rooster on Mssg)

Our home is Approx 45 minutes drive from Or Chaim / Dwelling Place

address for goggle map is 16688 Ouray Road East Pine CO 80470

As you may have heard, I Pastor Stew) had a pretty serious medical episode this week. An infection in my toe went to the bone and caused sepsis and I was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday. Praise God, they were able to stop the spread of the sepsis and I will be released from the hospital hopefully today (Friday)! Honestly, it was a pretty scary thing and could have gotten much worse in a short time. Fortunately, My incredible wife Millie and my wonderful neighbors were able to get this stubborn guy to ER, as it was a life-threatening event. God is so good and we thank you so much for your prayers! They did do a partial amputation of the toe but it should not affect my walking or dancing occasionally! I have to stay off my feet for a while so I may have to miss the July 4th picnic, and believe me, I really wanted to go. 

You can give your First Fruits and other donations by going to www.or-chaim.com or mailing a check to Or Chaim, 1658 Deer Creek Rd, Monument CO 80132

Shalom and Blessings,
Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Shalom June 20, 2026

Shabbat Shalom!

As many Jews and citizens of Israel today, my heart is sad and very bewildered. Not because Israel has been abandoned by God, that can NEVER happen, but because our nation is seemingly abandoning Israel. The Prophet says, For thus says the Lord of hosts, “After glory He has sent Me against the nations which plunder you, FOR HE WHO TOUCHES YOU TOUCHES THE APPLE OF YOUR EYE.” And so many other Scriptures talk of the unique place that Israel has in God’s heart, and that neutrality is not an option when it comes to support of this nation, the ‘Segulah’ (cherished personal possession of God). Many years ago during the 6 day war, Abba Eban the foreign minister of Israel stated at the U.N., “As we looked around us we saw the world divided between those whom were seeking our destruction and those who would do nothing to prevent it.” Things do not go well for our nation when we throw Israel under the proverbial bus! Yes, I am very concerned about the words that I hear coming from our leaders who will make deals with an evil regime under the influence of the principality of the “prince of Persia”, at the expense of God’s people and His land! As I know that many of you are intercessors and lovers of Israel, I ask that you cry out for Israel and our nation at this crucial hour (Isaiah 62:6-7).

We invite you to come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat, June 20th, as we lift up the mighty name of our Messiah Yeshua! Our service begins at 11am, and we meet at 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401. It is appropriate that the Lord has put on my heart to share an incredibly important message, WHY CARE ABOUT ISRAEL?  I had the privilege to share with several Australian Christians the other day on practical ways to bless the Seed of Abraham, and to see how Australia is awakening to the mandate to pray for the peace of Jerusalem! As we have been exploring the power of Covenant and the authority of God’s word, we see how the Holy One has always worked with a ‘remnant' who continue to be faithful to Him in the face of challenges, and this a a day of challenge! We will have a potluck Oneg following the service, so bring a dish to share and stay for fellowship. 

We look forward to seeing you all this Shabbat, and we want to encourage you to invite a friend or a neighbor, especially as we exalt the wonderful Name of Yeshua!

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:You can give online at: https://www.or-chaim.com 

Or you can make checks payable to :

Or Chaim

1658 Deer Creek Rd. Monument, Co.80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie 

June 13, 2026 Shabbat Shalom

Shabbat Shalom!

Sometimes you may think to yourselves, “does my life really have any impact on others?” We wonder if anything we do or say encourages others in their life journey? Just this morning, Millie got an email from one of our YWAM students from over 20 years ago, she was a single mom and we brought her with us to Israel on an outreach. It radically changed her life, and she has been back to Israel five times since then, and is planning on going again. God gave her a heart for the Jewish people, and it continues to grow and others are now impacted because of her life! You may have a word of encouragement for someone in the midst of a crisis, or you may pray for a person with a catastrophic disease and you may never know what was the result is of your obedience. The Word of God gives us much encouragement! In Isaiah 55, the prophet declares, “… so my Word will be that goes out from my mouth. It will not return to Me in vain, BUT WILL ACCOMPLISH WHAT I INTEND, AND WILL SUCCEED IN WHAT I SENT IT FOR.” The apostle Paul writes to the Corinthians, I planted, Apollos watered, BUT GOD GAVE THE INCREASE.” So, be faithful and obedient to what God puts in your heart, speak, and pray, and do, and let the Holy One do His work!

Come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat June 13thand celebrate Yeshua with us! Our fellowship meets at 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we start at 11am. I will be bringing the last message on the theme of THE AUTHORITY AND THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD, looking at the EFFECTS of His Word in our lives. As we have revelation of the power of God’s word, and apply the Word to our lives, we will be more fruitful and will grow in the fear The Lord and will accomplish much for His Kingdom! Following the service we will have a potluck Oneg, so bring a dish to share and stay for fellowship! Millie and I and the leadership of Or Chaim want to thank you all for your faithfulness in giving to our Ministry partners in Israel, Asia and Africa, believe me, it makes a difference! Lives are impacted in very practical ways as widows and orphans are blessed, fresh water, food and housing needs are met by your contributions and prayer. I will be sharing about an opportunity to support the Jewish community here in the Denver metro area, as we battle the hatred of anti-semitism, this Sunday June 14th. I cannot give information in this email due to the security issues, but I will talk about it during our Shabbat service. At that time, more details such as location and times will be shared.

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:You can give online at: https://www.or-chaim.com 

Or you can make checks payable to :

Or Chaim

1658 Deer Creek Rd. Monument, Co.80132

Shalom and Blessings!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Shalom June 6, 2026

Shabbat Shalom!,

As some of you know, I am quite an amateur World War II history buff, maybe because my Mom and Dad were part of that “Greatest Generation”, and Dad fought in the South Pacific. June 6th (this Shabbat) of course is the 82nd anniversary of D Day, when allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy which led to the defeat of nazi Germany. I had an opportunity to visit Normandy several years ago and meet some of the survivors of that day, heard their personal stories, saw the beaches and the cemeteries and am forever thankful for their sacrifices! It seems like we are a different nation today and I often wonder if we have it in us to do what they did back then. President Reagan famously said “freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction”, and he said that at Omaha Beach. We need a revival of prayer and faith as we have never needed before in this nation! Also, we need leaders in Government and in our Congregations and Churches that will stand up boldly for God’s purposes in this world, especially concerning His heart for Israel. This is my concern: that we cannot give away or negotiate or compromise, the Land or the people of Israel, for the sake of a false “peace” with the enemies of Israel and God! I keep on coming back to Isaiah 62, On your walls, Jerusalem, I have set watchmen … You who remind adonai, take no rest for yourselves , And give Him no rest until HE MAKES JERUSALEM A PRAISE IN THE EARTH.”

Come out to Or Chaim this Shabbat and worship our wonderful King and Messiah with us! We meet at 16800 W. 9th Ave Golden, 80401, and we begin at 11am. I will be continuing on the theme of THE AUTHORITY AND POWER OF GOD’S WORD, with a message on THE EFFECTS OF HIS WORD IN OUR LIVES. As we have been studying the incredible importance of Covenant, it is crucial that we look at the very promises of God that we find in His Word! We don’t have the luxury in these dark days to ignore or be ignorant about what He says in the Bible. We will have an Oneg following the service, so please bring a dish to share and stay for fellowship! Wonderful conversations take place during this time, and relationships are deepened. 

With the arrival of summer, many of us have plans to travel or go camping and hiking, and that is awesome. But, if you are in town, come and celebrate Shabbat with us and bring your friends and neighbors, it is so important! Also, if you have prayer needs, please let Mary Westendorf know, as she compiles and sends out our prayer list and there are many testimonies of healings and breakthroughs!

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:You can give online at: https://www.or-chaim.com 

Or you can make checks payable to :

Or Chaim

1658 Deer Creek Rd. Monument, Co.80132

Shalom and Blessings!

Stewart and Millie

Shabbat Shalom May 30, 2026

Shabbat Shalom!

I guess as we turn the corner from the month of May into June, we “officially” enter the summer season. Gardening, family outings, road trips and these are great things, but let us also remember the admonition from the writer of Hebrews, “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good deeds. And do not neglect our meetings … but encourage one another — and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” We certainly do need family and community during these stressful times. You know, we are either introvert or extrovert in our personality, and I am an introvert (I get are-energized by being alone), but God designed us all to be part of His “living stones” being joined together into a “spiritual house”! We need one another!

Come on out to Or Chaim this Shabbat, May 30th, as we worship Messiah together! Our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 80401 and we begin at 11am. Last week we had a wonderful gathering for Shavuot as we celebrated giving of Torah and the early harvest with a beautiful production off the Book of Ruth by our worship/dance team! Thanks to all who participated! As we have been studying Covenant lately, I will be starting a series on The Authority and Power of God’s Word, which like Covenant, is very misunderstood in the Body. As a matter of fact, unfortunately much of the Church is Biblically illiterate! So, be prepared to become a student (talmid/disciple) of His Word and to walk in the authority He created us for. We will have a potluck oneg following the service, SO BRING A DISH TO SHARE AND STAY FOR FELLOWSHIP! We have had some great conversations as we share a meal together.

We so look forward to seeing you tomorrow! Bring a friend or neighbor to experience a Messianic Jewish Shabbat!

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:You can give online at: https://www.or-chaim.com 

Or you can make checks payable to :

Or Chaim

1658 Deer Creek Rd. Monument, Co.80132

Blessings and Shabbat Shalom!

Stewart and Millie

Chag Sameach Shavuot May 23rd Shabbat Shalom!

Shabbat Shalom!

Actually, we welcome folks at this time of the year with CHAG SHAVUOT SAMEACH! We are in the Feast of Shavuot (Pentecost), when we celebrate 50 days since Pesach, when God gave the Torah to the Israelites at Mt. Sinai, and the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) was imparted to the disciples in Jerusalem. This is a very significant time in the Kingdom calendar, as it commemorates two of the most important events in Biblical history. In both instances, The Holy One interacts with His people by giving us a whole new way to live! With Torah, He calls Israel a “Kingdom of kohanim and a holy nation”, separated from the rest of the nations with a covenantal charge to be His representatives in the world. With the impartation of Ruach HaKodesh, we are now empowered by His indwelling Presence to be His witnesses not only in Jerusalem and Judea, but to the ends of the earth! It is the time of the early harvest in Israel, a time of rejoicing as the people make Aliyah to Jerusalem to bring the first fruits of the land and thank God for His blessings. Even in modern Israel, it is a time when the entire Messianic community comes together in worship and thanksgiving to the Holy One, and enjoy fellowship with one another! So, come on out to Or Chaim this Shabbat and celebrate with us!

We gather at 11am and our address is 16800 W.9th Ave Golden, 800401, and all are welcome to join us! This will be a special Shabbat, as we thank God for His Holy Word, Torah, in a very fun way, so be prepared to participate! Also, we will be having a very special production of the Book of Ruth, as it is traditional to read this book in it’s entirety at Shavuot, but we will be doing it in a unique way! If you have never celebrated this holiday before, it will be very enjoyable, so invite your neighbors, friends and families to join us. After our service we will be having our Oneg, and it is traditional (using that word a lot today!) to enjoy dairy products for this occasion. Why, you ask? Many reasons, here are a few. In Song of Songs 4:11, Torah is compared with “milk and honey under your tongue”, and also at Sinai, there wasn’t time to prepare kosher meat properly before the festival meal. The Promised Land is a land flowing with milk and honey! Also, Torah is spiritual milk, nourishing and life-giving! So, what are some traditional foods to eat? Blintzes, cheesecake, cheese kreplach, noodle kugel, cheese-filled patties, Quiche, and all kinds of savory cheeses! You can also bring fish or ANY dish that is Biblically appropriate. 

So, come on out to Or Chaim, it will be a very fun and unique experience! Also, men, be prepared to dance!

Many of you have asked how you can donate to Or Chaim:You can give online at: https://www.or-chaim.com 

Or you can make checks payable to :

Or Chaim

1658 Deer Creek Rd. Monument, Co.80132

Shalom and Blessings!

Stewart and Millie