Thursday, September 15, 2022 - New Prayer Candles
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Dear Friends in Christ,
Over the last 15 years, several families have wondered about having a station where they might light candles as a visual, tactile symbol of their prayers. I have been in many Episcopal churches with such prayer candles. And then earlier this year, a parishioner wondered about remembering with a candle those who have recently passed into the nearer presence of Christ from the parish. Well, lo and behold, we now have both! You will find the new prayer candles just outside the chapel.
Pray for your family, those in the community or the larger world: You can come up before the service or during Holy Communion. Wherever you sit in the nave, feel free to make your way over. Small tea lights have been placed in red votive candles. Pick up the votive and hold at a slight angle. Simply use a beeswax taper to transfer the light from the large candle to the tea light. The ushers will extinguish them shortly after the service ends.
Remembering the saints in light: Before the 8am service, ushers will light the tea lights in the thick, clear votives. Each carries the name, dates of birth and death, and the phrase "We commend to God's Eternal Care." After this candle has burned in our midst for one year, we will give the votive to the family.
Sometimes the burning desires of our heart can not be captured in words alone. I hope these new prayer candles can offer a sensory symbol of the deeper longing we humbly offer to God.
In Hope of the Living Christ,
Seth+
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Press Pause (Zoom) New Morning and Evening group from Fr. Seth
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STARTS TONIGHT No Registration necessary!
Using short content from articles, film clips and other sources, we will gather on zoom for 30 minutes of reflection, followed by an optional 30 minutes of hang-out time. We will begin with using one short daily meditation from Franciscan priest and author, Richard Rohr.
Thursdays at 7:30am or 7:00pm. Today's brief meditation is here. Zoom link HERE. Meeting ID: 892 9894 2116
Passcode: pause
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Intercessory prayer is at the heart of a Christian community.
Please offer your prayers for the following people.*
Especially Now for parishioners: Harry Banzhaf, Rachel Kolb
Especially Now for family and friends: Rick Swalwell RIP (uncle of Cabrini King), Michael Hanna RIP (father of Susan Lovern)
Long Term for parishioners: Tim Hancock, Fran & Darrell Lile, Mark McLaughlin, Gigi Short, Pam Eversfield, Molly Hiller, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends: Thea Brunsell (aunt of Susan LaBudde), William, Esther Gone (sister-in-law of Lydia Gone), Cris Foshage (aunt of Emily Schley), Gloria Stanford (mother-in-law of Kathy Stanford), Dixie Jonas (mother of Maggie Dietrich), Skeeter (brother of Sonja Pavlik), Roger Carrington (brother of Helen Benton), Lana Sarnovska, Zinoviy Bilan, Stefania Bilan, Oleg Sarnovsky, and Hanna Sarnovska (friends of Kathy Stanford), Kurt Roesner (brother of John Roesner) Mary Ellen Maples (aunt of Dave Frieder), TajMahal (mother of Sandy Kashou)
Homebound: Grace Haydon, Fred Delmenhorst, Joanne Smith
Serving in the Armed Forces: Billy Manger and Tanner Plomb (nephews of DeDe Pitrof), Matthew Herbstreith (son of Tom Herbstreith), Anthony Oakley (nephew of Sandy Kashou)
Parents Expecting: Emmy & Mike French, Sarah & Michael Finke (daughter of Beth & Ted Durant), Ingrid & Andrew Davis, Megan & Tom Allen (son of Ann & Don Allen),
Thanksgiving for the birth of Nora Lee to Claire and Will Hagerup on August 25 and for the birth of Owen William to Sally and Trevor Adams on September 11.
Sunday Flowers:Given to the Glory of God in memory of Tom Birch by the
Birch Family and in memory John Vogel, by the Vogel Family
**Birthdays Next Week: Clayton Olsta, Madeline Setliff, William Setliff, Vivienne Content, Beth Durant, Amber Wichowsky, Kathy Pratscher, Natalie Schley, Charles Meyers, Michael Jent, Kate Mayer, Debbie Roesner, Susan Cushman, Monica Liberatore, Deklin Riley
**Anniversaries Next Week: Rochelle & Andy Van Caster, Karen & Tom Watson
*If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, email Fr. Seth and Pam. Include your relationship to the person and, if you are willing, a brief reason for the request which will be shared with the clergy and prayer team. This helps to create a connection to the person prayed for beyond simply their name and will be kept strictly confidential.
** Please let Pam know if we have missed your birthday or anniversary.
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Click here to see all the activities scheduled this month and beyond on the Christ Church calendar.
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The 15th Sunday after Pentecost
8am service Quiet service indoors
Serving This Sunday:
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Chris Hagerup
Acolyte/Reader: Randy Dean
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeters: Tom Tennessen
Ushers: *Martha Morse, John Hinchey, James Hinchey
Lector:Tom Aldridge
Intercessor: Maureen McCabe
Coffee Hour Hosts:
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Set up Maggie Tennessen & Jill and Steven Haberman
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Clean up: Susan Dreyfus & Lee Dreyfus
Newcomer Hosts: Katie Hermann, Steve Bruemmer
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September 18th 10:30am
Earth’s Changing Climate: Impacts on Life
in the Great Hall
ALSO livestreamed
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THIS Sunday:
Joy Mast, PhD
Geospatial Science at Carthage College
Joy Mast will present: Earth's Changing Climate: Impacts on LIfe
This FORUM focuses on the science of the Earth’s climate over the geologic history of the planet, with emphasis on impacts on life. By considering what causes global climate shifts, we can explore past and present conditions on our planet to better understand impacts of future climates scenarios.
Dr. Joy Mast is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Geospatial Science at Carthage College. She teaches courses in geology, biogeography, forest ecology, soil science, field methods, and geographic information science.
If you are unable to join the FORUM in person, view the livestream here on our YouTube channel. All the upcoming FORUM presentation will also be available there.
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October 2, 2022
A Failed Promise
in the Great Hall
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James Causey
Award-winning journalist from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Will speak on
A Failed Promise
Fannie Lou Hamer was sick and tired of the conditions of Blacks five decades ago. Today, because of systemic racism, the gaps in housing, education, and incarceration are still far too wide. We'll examine why and I'll share my thoughts on what can be done to bridge the divide.
James E. Causey is an award-winning projects writer for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Causey has spent more than 30 years as a professional journalist. Causey graduated from Marquette University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. He continued his education at Cardinal Stritch University and received his MBA in 2002.
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Families!
Formation Classes have started!
NOW is the time to register
Fall 2022 Children's Ministry Calendar can be found here
Families, now is the time to register your children and youth for our Nursery, Sunday School, Youth Group, and Confirmation
offerings. All of these offerings begin on September 11. You can help us in our planning now by registering your kids and please consider helping out as a volunteer (more on that below).
Nursery Registration: CLICK HERE
Our nursery is staffed and open for all children, birth through 3 years old starting on September 11, from 9:15-10:45AM.
Sunday School Registration: CLICK HERE
Sunday School meets for grades Pre3/4k-5th grade from 9:15AM until returning to worship during the passing of the peace. Calendar, locations, and classes will be shared in more detail next week. If you would like to volunteer to teach, please see the article below and contact Aaron Shoppa.
A Note on Preschool 3 year olds: We recognize that children grow at different stages and not all children are at the same areas of development at a specific age. If you think your child is ready to join us in Sunday School, then please do so. If not, the nursery is always available for children, birth through 3 years old. Feel free to make the best choice for your child, and if that varies from week to week or even at the mid-year point, that is totally okay!
Middle School / High School Youth (Confirmation) Registration: CLICK HERE
Middle School and High School Groups each meet twice per month, after the 9:30AM worship, for events centered around faith formation, service, and fellowship. A calendar of events will be linked here next week.
All high school students are invited to take part in Confirmation this year as we gather to journey towards this sacramental act of affirming the promises made at baptism. In essence, our high school youth group is all about Confirmation for this program year. For any questions about Confirmation/High School Youth Group, please contact Fr. Oswald.
If you have any questions, please reach out. We look forward to seeing your children in a faith education program this fall.
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Be a
Sunday School Teacher!
Holy Moly
Pre-3 through
2nd grade
Connect
3rd through 5th gr.
Click here for the Teacher schedule and curriculum
September - December
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Sunday School Teachers Needed!
We still need volunteers to help make Sunday School happen!
Click here to see the calendar or email Aaron Shoppa to sign up:
If you are interested in volunteering and were unable to attend, please reach out to Aaron Shoppa if you have not already done so. We have a number of exciting, and so far very well received, changes for the program this year. It takes only 15 minutes of preparation to teach a class, and the reward for volunteering is helping to shape the faith life of a young person. It really is a win-win!
We have two classes this year:
Holy Moly: This is our Pre-3/K4-2nd grade class. Holy Moly is a curriculum that invites children to experience the stories of the Bible through imagination, through the opening of scripture, and through activities that relate the principles of the story to their everyday lives. Click here for a video presenting how the curriculum works:
Connect: This is our 3rd-5th grade class. Connect is a curriculum that gives students the chance to further develop their faith as they explore the larger themes and scope of scripture from Genesis through Revelation in a way that is especially relevant for upper elementary school age children. Click here for a video presenting how the curriculum works:
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You Can Be a Star in Our New Video
We are looking for willing youth 3rd grade through high school to star in a new training video for our acolyte/crucifer ministry. We have not yet set a date/time to make the video, but if your children might be interested, please contact Aaron Shoppa.
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Children's Faith Formation Team/Committee
We are looking for folks with a passion or interest in faith formation for children, birth through 8th grade, to join together to form a committee/team that thinks about, implements, and experiments with new approaches for walking with our youngest through their faith journey. Is this you? Whether a parent or not, an empty-nester, or a retiree, we invite you to consider joining in this effort. If you are interested or just want to learn more, please contact Aaron Shoppa. Thank you!
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SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, JANUARY 6, 2023
EPIPHANY BLOOD DRIVE
In the Great Hall
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Have a Seat! (only 2 left!)
The four benches which previously were in the courtyard are currently in the driveway. The benches need work but are FREE to anyone interested in having a bench.
The lucky individual will have to transport the bench to their home. Please email Mary Jones with any questions,
Thank you!
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As we all struggle with the tragedy of the war in Ukraine, we will provide a space for people in the parish to offer prayers, reflections, and artistic expression. Adults, children, families and youth are all encouraged to use the space to express their hopes, fears, and prayers. The art could be a drawing, a painting, a clay creation, a piece of music...anything that is your peace offering. Thank you for considering a submission. Send your submissions to Julie
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Reaching Out on Your Behalf
When we serve the poor and the vulnerable, we are serving Jesus. Christ Church gives away over $50,000 every year for ministries with the vulnerable in the city and abroad. We try to offer opportunities for all ages to get involved in this work. We work to support agencies which are supported by our members.
We also work to respond to local or global emergencies as they arise. The next two weeks will name where we are focusing our energy and resources in 2022:
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Keep Filling the Wagon
Our big weekend food drives have been so greatly appreciated by the All Peoples food pantry, but their needs persist between drives. If everyone would bring a can or two from home each week to drop in the red wagon, we could keep food flowing into the pantry.
Coming to church? bring a can! The Food Pantry could especially use:
canned fruit, soup )besides tomato)
and deodorant. THANK YOU!
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Please Join us at the FORUM This Sunday
Our own Joy Mast will present:
Earth’s Changing Climate: Impacts on Life
in the Great Hall at 10:45
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Pray for Climate Concerns:
Pray for climate concerns which are impacting our earth: increased heat and flooding storms. May we educate ourselves to learn what we can do to slow these changes and how they impact the most vulnerable among us.
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Walk-Run CLUB
Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m.
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Check out New Titles!
Visit our shelf in the J.T. room, Lending Library Just sign out a book on the clipboard and enjoy a good read!
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Wellness Reads:
Monthly Book Suggestion:
Mindful Christian
by Dr. Irene Kraegel
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Healthy Habits
How to Listen Better: These 10 Tips will Help Open Your Mind
So many of us enter conversations wanting to win, or spout our own opinions...read more
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Recipe Corner:
Chocolate Chip Espresso Oatmeal Cookies
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TEAM WELLNESS Next Meetings: Join Us!
- Monday, September 19 at 4 p.m. Monday October 17 at 4pm, and Monday, November 21 at 4pm.
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Via Zoom. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Kari Foote
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Or donate blood through the Red Cross here
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Future Posts from Team Wellness:
Mary Kay Anderson, Kari Foote, Betsy Head, Deacon Nancy Hills, Susan LaBudde, Maureen McCabe, Lisa O’Brien and Julie Ross
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Men's
Book Group
led by
Greg Bell
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New Book Starting up September 8, at 9am meeting at church
Active Hope
How to Face the Mess We're in with Unexpected Resilience & Creative Power
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Christ Church Women’s
Book Study Group
Join Us for Looking for God in Messy Places, by Jake Owensby (Bishop of W. Louisiana), 2021, Abingdon Press. It is $18.99 at Boswell and 17.69 from Amazon prime.
WHO: All women of Christ Church are invited (anytime)
WHEN: Mondays from 9:30 – 10:30 AM (optional social hour beforehand at 9:00), and every Monday thereafter
WHERE: On zoom
Zoom link HERE Password: “study”
Meeting ID: 837 0526 9913
WHAT: Discuss a chapter each week.
THE BOOK: Looking God in Messy Places
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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SAVE the date for the Epiphany Blood Drive! coming Friday, January 6th
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See further below for other ongoing opportunities for connection (Book Groups, Evening Prayer, Wednesday Contemplative service...etc).
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Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Join us through ZOOM for a short session of Lectio Divina followed by 15 minutes of Centering Prayer.
Lectio Divina: listening to a short passage, often from a psalm, and then, without comment, sharing the words or phrase that spoke to you.
Centering Prayer: a gentle, silent prayer in which individuals often use their own 'sacred word' to which they return when their thoughts wander - as thoughts always do. Beginners most welcome!
ZOOM
Meeting ID: 827 8771 3769
Passcode: CENTER
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Wednesday AM Contemplative
Eucharist
Service
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LIVE in the nave!
Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - 9:40. A short retreat in the middle of the week. So many of us are searching for a bit of peace in our busy lives. Even a few moments of deep connection with God, ourselves, and others can profoundly recharge us for the journey.
2nd and 4th Wednesdays there will be an opportunity in the Chapel for the laying on of hands and healing prayer. contact Fr. Oswald with any questions
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Wednesday + Thursday Evening Prayer |
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Wednesday and Thursday - 5:30pm
To call into Evening Prayer, call 312 626 6799
Type in Meeting ID 847 2947 4435
Passcode: 019453
The service is a beautiful expression of peace and calm at the end of the day and lasts only 20 minutes
On ZOOM: Join the meeting here
Newcomers are especially welcome.
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Sign up for North Shore School for Seniors today!
Pick up a catalog at United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay (UMCWFB), 819 E. Silver Spring Dr, and find the perfect class for you. You also can visit nss4s.org to see details and register for classes.There are lots of great classes being offered for the fall session at North Shore School for Seniors, Sept. 19-Nov. 8. Find lots of flexibility, with classes starting on different dates and meeting one to four times, during two four-week terms. All are welcome! Classes meet on the second floor of UMCWFB. QUESTIONS? Phone (414) 292-0960.
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Come to the LAST market of the Season!
Saturday, September 24th
Atwater School west playground Noon - 4pm
The Shorewood Artisan Market brings a rich collection of unique and diverse art from the Greater Milwaukee area, supporting talented artisans with events that inspire and strengthen our community. From sculpture to watercolor, surfboards to printmaking, jewelry to wood, this market has something for everyone! There will be different artists every time. Events also feature music, food and gatherings of neighbors. Also see us on Facebook and Instagram
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Download the latest Martha and Mary newsletter here
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eWeekly Broadcast submissions
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Please email both Julie Thauer and Pam Eversfield. As always, submissions are due by noon on Wednesdays to make it into the Thursday e-Weekly Broadcast for that week.
Please note:
Pam Eversfield manages the parish calendar and building use for events.
Julie Thauer publishes the scheduled events in the eWeekly Broadcast.
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Christ Church Health and Safety Protocols for In-Person Worship
Jesus asks to love our neighbors as ourselves. In this spirit, we ask you to observe these protocols:
• Masks are welcome and optional
• For now, protocols for programs containing kids 4K and younger will follow the lead of WFB Schools.
• We will continue to ventilate the space with fresh air.
•We strongly encourage vaccination for all those who are eligible and we encourage the unvaccinated to wear a mask for their own protection.
• As always, our virus response will be subject to change based on new variants and other factors.
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Continue to watch this weekly newsletter for the most recent updates and changes.
The clergy are available by email:
In the case of a pastoral emergency,
contact Fr. Seth at 414-630-6143 or Fr. Oswald at 414-750-7165.
The church office is open Wednesdays from 8am - 2pm and
Thursdays from 10am-4pm. Please call ahead, 414-946-3368, if you need to see someone in person. Staff may be contacted by email throughout the week.
Email Pam for parish administration issues such as membership, prayer requests, columbarium, building use, calendar scheduling by email.
Email Patrice for business and giving or pledging questions anytime or by phone on Wednesdays.
Email Julie for communication issues such as the e-Weekly Broadcast newsletter, the Sunday Bulletin, media, website or anytime or by phone on Thursdays in the office.
Email Alex for building and grounds issues
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