Thursday, March 7, 2024 -
Christ Church’s Collaborative Journey with St. John’s Church in Tanzaniai | |
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Dear Friends in Christ,
Christ church begun a collaborative journey with St. John’s church in Tanzania in 2021. The collaborative journey began after my first visit to St. John’s. I was excited to visit the new parish in my village. Prior to this parish I had to worship at a Roman Catholic parish because there were no Anglican (Episcopal) parishes in the area.
However, I was shocked by the extreme poverty at the parish. There were no pews. The floor was just dirt. There were no doors and windows. There was no sanctuary and altar. Very few people were in attendance. The entire experience was very depressing.
The needs were so many that I didn’t know where to start and where to find resources. Fr. Seth offered to donate doors for the church, and I offered to donate windows.
The priest was renting a tiny room in the village and was separated from his family because the living space was not adequate for him and his family. We were able to secure some funds to build a very basic rectory at the church and he was able to be reunited with his family.
The ball started rolling from there. God opened many doors. With your generosity and encouragement, St. John’s of 2021 is radically different from St. John’s of 2024. This coming Sunday I will offer a FORUM to tell a story of our involvement in this incredible journey.
The journey has not ended. Last Sunday our middle school youth got involved by making bracelets and necklaces that will be donated to the youth of St. John’s. The middle schoolers also donated pens, pencils, and notebooks for school age children of St. John’s. It is heartening to see the young people involved.
Come and experience this incredible journey. Come and see what you have accomplished in three short years!
Sincerely,
Oswald+
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Don't Forget!
It's Daylight Savings this Sunday, so set your clocks ahead 1 hour Saturday night!
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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: Pam Eversfield, Chip Morris
Especially Now for family and friends:
Long Term for parishioners: Vik Gotlieb, Katie Hermann, Tim Hancock, Ken Baumeister, Elizabeth Casey, Darrell Lile, Mary Meyers, Chris Binder, Barb Larkin, Karol Rehm, Martha Vogel, Genevieve, Gigi Short, Grace Anne Cochrane, Rachel Kolb, Mark McLaughlin, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends: Pamela Gustafson (aunt of Kari Foote), Elizabeth, Joan Spector (sister of Lyn Slater), Mark (friend of Robin Pedersen), Helga Rikkers (mother of Ben Rikkers), Jay (friend of Kathy Stanford), Colin Brewer (friend of Maureen Oster), George (brother of Mary Kay Anderson), Craig Smith (friend of Seth Dietrich), Sue & Jerry Hiller, Debi Chier Schmidlkofer (friend of Catherine Davidson), Jeff Jones (friend of Andy McKinley), George Kashou (brother in law of Sandy Kashou), Jill, Joe Rosenfield (friend of Helen & James Benton), Ann, Cameron (friend of Julie Thauer & John Andritsch), Wyatt Woods (great nephew of DeDe Pitrof), Dave Altick (cousin of Kitty Sturrock), Ian (friend of Willette Knopp), Christopher, Cindy & Christine (relatives of Ira Leidel), TajMahal Dirbas (mother of Sandy Kashou), Danial Oakley (nephew of Sandy & Bob Kashou)
We also pray for the people in places shattered by war, especially Ukraine, Russia, Sudan, Gaza, Israel, We pray for all who have died, and all who mourn. We pray for the end of the killing of the innocent, and for all those leaders discerning the path of peace and justice.
Homebound: Grace Haydon
Serving in the Armed Forces: Tiernan Wilkinson (son of Chantal Knier),
Jeffrey Ryan (grandnephew of Ira Leidel), Josh Currier (grandson of Elizabeth Klijnsmit), Teo C. Garcia (brother of Jennifer Garcia Jetton), Jacob Vogt (nephew of Bridget Elliott), Charlie Kobussen (son of Denise & Tim Kobussen), Billy Manger and Tanner Plomb (nephews of DeDe Pitrof), Matthew Herbstreith (son of Tom Herbstreith), Anthony Oakley (nephew of Sandy & Bob Kashou)
Thanksgiving for the birth of Hadley Ann Adams born to Sally & Trevor Adams (grandparents are Debbie & John Roesner) born on March 4, 2024
AND for the birth of Grace Catherine Grajewski, parents Leslie and Ian Grajewski (grandparents are Kari and Bill Foote)
AND for the birth of Leo Jolly on February 25th to parents Catharine Skoog & Willie Jolly
This Sunday's Altar Flowers:
Omitted during Lent
Birthdays This Week: Steve Bergquist, Mary Robb, Elizabeth Hermann, Barbara WIlson, Sally Kubly, Tryggve Davis,
Anniversaries: Jeffrey Evans & George Marek
*If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List:
email Fr. Seth and Heidi Behlke. You must have permission from the person you are adding. 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 Heidi know if we have missed your birthday or anniversary.
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The Third Sunday in Lent
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing. This service is live-streamed on YouTube and the Christ Church website.
NOTE: if you'd like to receive a Sunday morning email with just the links to the Sunday livestream service and scheduled FORUM presentations,
send your request to Julie
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Serving This Sunday: March 10, 2024
8:00 am Service
Greeter & Usher: Tom Watson
Acolyte & Reader: Jill Haberman
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeters: Jackie Keene and Richard TenHoor
Ushers: John HInchey, James Hinchey, Rick Donner
Crucifer + Torchbearers: Alex Bardunias, Maddie Tomasi, Zella Tomasi
Newcomer Host: Lynne Schely and Heidi Matera/Mia Matera
Lectors: Elizabeth Draper, Richard Gustin
Prayer Reader: Choir during Lent
Eucharistic Ministers: Clergy, Wes Dubic, Sarah Gottlieb, Tim Kobussen
Altar Guild: Team 2 - Cindy Jensen, Kay Antonelli, rosemarie Bwechwa, Lydia Gone, Penny Ziegler
Coffee Hospitality: 8:00am: Elizabeth Casey and Jan Effinger 9:30am: Luanne Schiff and Lee Dreyfus Jr.
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THIS SUNDAY:
Sunday March 10th at 10:45 a.m. after the 9:30 service
The Rev. Oswald Bwechwa will speak on Christ Church’s collaborative journey with St. John’s Parish in the diocese of Lweru, Tanzania. St. John is the local parish in Fr. Oswald’s village.
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The Collaborative Journey between Christ Church and St. John's Tanzania
The collaborative journey started three years ago. It started with a dream that is coming true. Come and experience the transformation that has taken place at St. John’s parish because of your generosity and love. Miracles do happen! Join us in the Great Hall or watch the livestream here
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Scripture, Song and Silence
Continuing through March!
THIS Friday, March 8th from 12:00-12:30 p.m.
Come to the nave at Noon on Fridays for a 30 minute contemplative time to hear a few readings from scripture, poetry by poets such as Mary Oliver and Rumi, contemplative music (Guitar, Piano, Native American Flute, Singing Bowl) and times for silence.
Contact Mark Hilgendorf or Tom Herbstreith for details.
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Thank you
for all you do for Christ Church! If you have any questions, please contact Susan Dreyfus by email | |
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Easter Celebration needs volunteers for baked goods
We will be holding an expanded coffee hour after the 9:30 mass on Easter Sunday as we come together to celebrate our risen Lord.
If you can help out:
• Bake or buy: 3 dozen pieces of Baked Goods (no nuts please)
• Please bring your contribution on a disposable plate (well wrapped)
• Drop off in the kitchen between Good Friday - 3/29 and 8am on Easter Sunday. 3/31
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Committee oversees progress in bronze art for the Memorial Garden wall
Mary Jones, Lynne Schley, Maureen McCabe, Penny Cruse, Fr. Seth and the sculptor Jordan Wanner.
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NEW ITEMS:
2024 Pantry Wish List
• Pancake Mix- Special Request!
• Syrup - Special Request!
• Baked Beans - Special Request!
• Just Added: Feminine hygiene pads and Depends
• Tuna & Tuna helper
• Spam
• Spaghetti & Canned Pasta Sauce
• Peanut Butter & Jelly
• Hamburger Helper
• Canned Greens (Collard, Mustard, Turnip, Mixed)
| Thank you for keeping All Peoples Pantry stocked this Winter! | |
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All Peoples Church Pantry LOVES your red Sendik's grocery bags!
Keep saving them, bring them to church and drop off in the red wagon or give to Lynne Schley. Thank you!
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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 $3.
If you would like to receive the group email which is sent weekly, please contact Kathy Stanford with any questions.
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Children and Youth Palm Sunday Choir Sunday, March 24
Children and youth in 2nd grade on up are invited to join the adult choir for Palm Sunday! (This invitation definitely extends to middle schoolers and high schoolers too.) They'll help with the palm procession, sing a simple anthem with the adults, and help lead the congregational singing.
Half-hour rehearsals
will take place after the 9:30 AM services on March 10 & March 17. Please RSVP to Bailey Steger by Sunday, March 3 so that Michael, our choir director, can gauge interest and numbers.
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Family Stations of the Cross Hike on Holy Saturday March 30 -- time TBD
Walking the Stations of the Cross is a powerful way to reflect on the passion of Christ during Holy Week. Introduce your kids to this ancient practice by hiking the Stations of the Cross at Holy Hill Basilica. A paved, mostly stroller-friendly trail winds through hills and woods, taking participants through all 14 stations. We'll enjoy nature and friendship while taking time to stop at each station for a brief, kid-friendly reflection.
Please RSVP to Bailey Steger by Sunday, March 24 to gauge interest and numbers, and indicate what time of day (morning or afternoon) works best for your family.
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K3-1st Grade: Explorers
will meet in one of the basement classrooms. Click here for this semester's overview for Explorers.
2nd-5th Grade: Seekers
will meet in the basement youth room. Click here for this semester's overview for Seekers.
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NEXT HDTF is
Sunday,
April 14, 2024
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Handing Down the Faith Sundays
Designed to encourage deeper understanding
of and more engagement with the liturgy for children. The clergy will offer brief explanations and invite children to participate and observe in specific ways. All children of any age and ability are welcome to participate as they feel comfortable.
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For Easter, Reuse... egg cartons
Last week was Reduce what you buy. This week is... REUSE. Follow the link for a fun Family Easter/Spring project that reuses egg cartons. Egg carton art
Have fun!
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We Need Your Help
Date to be announced
The fluorescent bulbs are due to be replaced in all the basement classrooms soon. Only bulbs need replacing.
We are looking for volunteers to help install the new LED lights.
Contact Ira Leidel or Jim Benton if you'd like to help!
LED bulbs will help the Church reduce it's carbon foot print too!
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Meetings: next meeting time and date to be determined. Team Wellness is seeking a new chair or two new co-chairs. If you’re interested in leading our efforts, please reach out to Kari Foote or Father Seth. | | |
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Check out 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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Monday MORNING Women’s Book Study Group | |
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Mondays on zoom
NEW BOOK starting March 25th
The Friendship of Women by Joan Chittister about women of the Bible
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Finishing up:
Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom
by John O' Donohue
WHO: All women of Christ Church are invited
WHEN: Mondays from 9:15 – 10:15 AM (optional social time beforehand at 9:00), and every Monday thereafter
WHERE: On zoom
Zoom link HERE Password: “study”
Meeting ID: 837 0526 9913
on Amazon here - new or used
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Click to Contact The Rev. Mary S. Trainor
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1st & 3rd Mondays at Penny Cruse's | |
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The Monday EVENING Women's Book Group
is reading
The Reason for God by Tim Keller.
Publication date August 2009
The group is open to women and we meet on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6:30 pm and conclude by 7:45 pm. If you cannot attend every meeting or are jumping in late, you are still welcome! (We read about 20 pages for each meeting so it’s not the whole book at once and that seems to work well for busy people!)
Penny Cruse hosts in her home and to get more details, email her here. Beverages will be available and fellowship is plentiful!
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Men's Book Group led by Greg Bell | |
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Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence by Diana Butler Bass.
Contact Greg for information.
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See below for other ongoing opportunities for connection. (Evening Prayer, Wednesday Contemplative service...etc).
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Wednesday AM Contemplative
Eucharist
Service
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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 in to 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.
Email Randy Dean if you're interested!
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eWeekly Broadcast submissions
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The church office is open Monday - Thursday from 10am - 3pm
Please call ahead, 414-946-3368, if you need to see someone in person. Staff may be contacted by email throughout the week.
Email or call Heidi for Parish Administration issues such as:
Membership, Directory updates, prayer requests, columbarium, building use, calendar scheduling, as well as for business and giving or pledging questions.
Heidi is in the office Monday - Wednesday. 10:00 - 3:00pm
eWeekly Broadcast Submissions: SUBMISSIONS DUE WEDNESDAY NOON. (earlier is appreciated!) Please email both Julie Thauer and Heidi Behlke. As always, submissions are due by noon on Wednesdays to make it into the Thursday e-Weekly Broadcast for that week.
Please Note:
Julie Thauer publishes the scheduled events and posts publicity for all group notices (i.e. Team Wellness, Green Team, Youth and Family, Outreach, Beloved Community, The FORUM). in the eWeekly Broadcast and prints the weekly Sunday bulletins and special services. If your group is looking for additional support in Social Media (Facebook and Instagram) contact Julie.
Julie is in the office Thursdays 10:00am - 4:00pm
Alex Konkel is available for for building and grounds issues.
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Continue to watch this weekly newsletter for the most recent updates and changes.
The clergy are available by email:
The Rector - Fr. Seth Dietrich at seth@christchurchwfb.org or
The Associate Rector - Fr. Oswald Bwechwa at oswald@christchurchwfb.org.
In the case of a pastoral emergency,
contact Fr. Seth at 414-630-6143 or Fr. Oswald at 414-750-7165.
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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