Dear Friends in Christ,

For sheer beauty, it’s hard to choose between our church building and the gardens which surround it. Those grounds are lovingly cared for by volunteers: people who pull weeds, prune shrubs, trim trees, water grass, spread mulch, and much more. This labor provides a space for rest and reflection for parishioners and those in the larger community. I routinely have pastoral conversations by the stone fountain. The grounds also serve as a natural cathedral for our summer worship. 

Mary Jones and Paulie McCown have served as co-chairs of this ministry for the last 7 years. Fran Blom and Betsy Head have poured in countless hours as well. The four of them rightly deserve to pass the spade to others, and we give thanks for their faithful labor. 

Might you be called to some kind of “ministry of the greenery?” You would have plenty of support for whatever you are able/willing to do. Thank you for considering lending a hand to tend such a sacred and beloved place.

Peace and Blessing,

Seth+



More photos!

Confirmation and Reception at Christ Church with Bishop Jeffrey Lee presiding

Mentors and Confirmands

stand together in Faith.

Sunday - June 25, 2023

Outdoor Service weather permitting

8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service

9:30 service* - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing. Held in the garden weather permitting

*This service is also live-streamed on YouTube and on the Christ Church website.

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Serving This Sunday: June 25, 2023

8:00 am Service

Greeter/Usher: Christopher Hagerup

Acolyte/Reader: Randy Dean

9:30 am Service

Vestry Greeter: Jackie Keene, Anne Davis.

Ushers: Patrick Foley, Margaret Cooper

Newcomer Host: Lynne Schley, Kathy Stanford

Lector: Jeff Evans Prayer Reader: Stephen Forrest

Eucharistic Ministers: Betsy Head, John Hinchey, Sarah Gottlieb

Our music this Sunday at the 9:30 service will be provided by the same Ukrainian musicians who worshipped with us last year. If you still have your button wear it in support. There are still about a dozen available if you'd like one, let the ushers know.

In our FORUM Archives:

• FORUM 05-21-23 Christ Church Legacy:

Who was on the Land Before Us?

• FORUM 04-30-23 Steve Paulson - Bridging Science and Spirituality

• FORUM 04-23-23 Dr. Jerald Mast Key - Factors Driving Polarization in the U.S.

• FORUM 03-12-23 Sojourner Truth House - Through the Years

• FORUM 02-26-23 Rev. Amy Heimerl - Inside Hope - finding the child inside

THANK YOU!

We received overwhelming support from the parish for our school supplies drive. The Outreach committee is busy assembling the backpacks for delivery to All Peoples on Sunday. 

Stay tuned for a final report next week!

URGENT NEED:

Canned pasta sauce

Canned pasta: Ravioli, Spaghettios,

also:Spam, Tuna Helper,

and Black- eyed Peas

Due to the higher than normal family count (65-85) the last 4-6 weeks. All Peoples Pantry could use our help. Please donate!

NEW Volunteer Opportunity for all!



Pantry Help needed

All Peoples Church Pantry distributes food on Wednesdays 11-1pm.

Brian needs help during that time.

Please email Brian at  if you are available.

Don’t forget to sign up for the summer feasts

which will be handled via email for the summer.

Please contact Kathy or Denise

Featured Feasts for JUNE - JULY

• Soul Food Dinner – plenty of spots left!
• BBQ and pool party

Click here for details

Check out our new thermometer in the Good Shepherd room

and help put us over the top.

Week 4: Summer Creation Care: Rethinking the issue

Summer Green Team Climate Care: 12 weeks of Questions to Ponder and Act Upon

Creation care is love for each other and for the earth. It is not just for climate action but for climate justice. The climate crisis is jeopardizing the health and well-being of our most vulnerable neighbors around the world and in the U.S. This is a matter of serious injustice—it’s not fair that the people who do the least to cause the problem bear the burden of the crisis first and worst. And because we believe in a God who calls us to steward the earth wisely and pursue justice and peace, caring for God’s creation and God’s people is a deeply Christian issue, not a Republican or Democratic one.

Questions to ponder and act upon:

• How might thinking of creation and climate care as an embodiment of love rather than as a “political” or “environmental” issue be helpful in your community?

Family Dinners have moved outdoors for the summer!

See you at Estabrook Park Playground

Our next family meal takes place

Tuesday, June 27 at 5:30 PM at

Estabrook Park by the playground area (4400 N. Estabrook Dr. Milwaukee, WI 53211). Feel free to bring lawn games. We'll try to get a game of kickball started too! Brats, hot dogs, pretzels, and beverages will be available at the nearby beer garden.

Please RSVP by signing up to bring a side dish to share HERE. 

Next Month's Theme:

 Joy Mast and "All about TREES!"

Family Creation Club!

Please join us next month, July 11th at 6 PM and every 2nd Tuesday of the Month. Hosted at the Urban Ecology Center by the children's ministry and the Green Team.

Summer Patio Open!

CCLC Happy Hour Thursdays

Every Thursday at Lyn Slater's home - 6350 N. Lake Dr. WFB at 4:30 pm

Christ Church Ladies Connections is open to all women at Christ Church. Please join us on any Thursday that works for you. No need to RSVP, just come when you can. We'd love to see you! 

N/A beverages available; wine for $3.

Additionally, during most weeks in the summer, Lyn receives flowers from a friend's farm. They will be outside her front steps for people to take some home or give to others. Bring a container if you would like to make an arrangement on the spot!

If you would like to receive the group email which is sent weekly, please contact Kathy Stanford with any questions.