Thursday, October 6, 2022 - Miracle of water!
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From Father Oswald
Dear Friends in Christ,
I come to you with great news regarding the water project at St. John’s parish. Your donations continue to produce miracles and making dreams come true.
The water is now flowing from the ground. According to the engineer who drilled the water, there is enough water reserves to meet the village needs. The engineer believes that the well should last for many years to come.
The village is excited. This is something that was a dream to many. They are very grateful for your help and support. On Sunday October 23, 2022, the bishop is going to inaugurate all the projects that you have been part of. He will inaugurate the water project in the presence of government officials. He will inaugurate the Sunday school building, sewing program building, and the church building itself. We were able to paint the church, install electricity and purchase more chairs. I will share the photos of the inauguration cerebrations in a few weeks.
At this time, there is still more work to be done. Thanks for your donations we will be able to complete this work. We still have to install pipes to bring the water closer to the people. We have to install a pressure pumps and motor to increase water pressure. We have to secure the well and the water tank by building a protective fence. We might have to purchase a bigger generator to pump the water from the well because the electricity supply is unreliable. There are times when there is no power for a week. Without power, the water cannot flow. A generator will help in such situations. (We bought a small generator and soon learned that it does not work well with water pumps)
The church is located just outside the village and far from many villagers. We hope to drill another well on the other side of the village. We will keep you posted.
Please enjoy the attached photos and videos of the projects you have sponsored.
With Hope in the Living Christ,
Oswald+
Click to see all the current photos and videos of the work you have generously contributed to.
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From the Parish and Regional Engagement Task Force of the Episcopal Wisconsin Trialogue
Dear friends in Christ:
We are in an exciting moment as Episcopalians in Wisconsin. We hope you have heard something about the Trialogue, conversations taking place among Episcopalians across the state about the future shape of the Episcopal Church here. These conversations are broad and open-ended as we explore how we might collaborate throughout the state in ministry and mission, witnessing to the Good News of Jesus Christ. We hope to envision and embody new ways of being together as Wisconsin Episcopalians. In the book of Acts, the disciples found themselves moved and inspired by the Holy Spirit to cross boundaries between Jew and Gentile, to carry the gospel into all the world. So too are we being challenged by the Holy Spirit to embark on a new journey.
Such journeys take us into uncharted territory, leaving the comforts of home, the past, and tradition behind. As we explore these new relationships there is considerable uncertainty as well as excitement, fear alongside hope.
The “Parish and Regional Engagement Task Force” is one of seven task forces participating in the Trialogue. We are reaching out to Episcopalians across the state to listen and learn, to hear your questions and concerns, your hopes and dreams. To that end, in the coming weeks, our task force will contact every congregation in all three dioceses to solicit your feedback, your questions, concerns, and anxieties about the Trialogue and about the future of the Episcopal Church in Wisconsin. We look forward to hearing from you and to serve as a conduit sharing your questions, your hopes and fears with the other task forces and with the Steering Committee.
In the name of Christ,
The Rev. Dcn. Paul Aparicio, Diocese of Fond du Lac, co-facilitator
The Rev. Dr. Jonathan Grieser, Diocese of Milwaukee, co-facilitator
Bevra Cole, Diocese of Milwaukee
Tim Donahue, Diocese of Eau Claire
The Rev. Julie Hendrix, Diocese of Fond du Lac
Edie McDougal, Diocese of Eau Claire
The Rev. Dcn. Steve Russell, Diocese of Eau Claire
The Rev. Joanne Skidmore, Diocese of Fond du Lac
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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: John Oster, Martha Vogel, Karol Rehm, David Ketchum (RIP), Jere Meyers, Grace Anne Cochrane, Nancy Morris, Rachel Kolb
Especially Now for family and friends: Nelson Campos (father-in-law of Stephen Forrest)
Long Term for parishioners: Harry Banzhaf, Tim Hancock, Fran & Darrell Lile, Mark McLaughlin, Gigi Short, 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), 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 Josephine Sykes and Peter Thomas to parents Suzanne Foote & Mark Piro, grandchildren of Kari and Bill Foote
Sunday Flowers: Given to the Glory of God and in memory of Peter Chapin and Mary Jane Foote given by Kari and Bill, Frances, Will, Tracy and Suzanne Foote,
Mark Piro and Leslie, Ian and Daisy Grajewski
**Birthdays Next Week: Henry Brooks, Brenda Grubisic, Charlotte King, Sam Donner, Jennifer Jackson, Marcy Moreland, Adrian Van Caster, Ellie Davis , David Draper
**Anniversaries Next Week: Denise & Tim Kobussen, Elizabeth & Brian Casey, Stacy & Peter Meyers
*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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October 23, 2022
Bright Spots and Big Challenges
10:45am
in the Great Hall
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Alan Borsuk
Senior Fellow at Marquette Law School
Bright Spots and Big Challenges
Alan will give us a tour of the Wisconsin education landscape as elections set the stage for big decisions. There are good things going on in many schools, but it’s tough going for those promoting education excellence these days. And the outcome of the election for governor will say a lot about what happens next.
Alan Borsuk was a reporter and editor at the Milwaukee Journal and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from 1972 to 2009 and has been a senior fellow at Marquette Law School since 2009. He was focused his journalistic work on education issues since the mid 1990s, and continues to write columns for the Journal Sentinel.
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You can see last week's Forum presentation by columnist James Causey, as well as other archived forum content, on our website here.
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Updating your address!
If you have recently moved, please make sure the church has your contact information so we can stay in touch. Contact Pam Eversfield with any changes. Thank you!
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Next Topic:
BELIEF
How do you think people come to believe (family environment, divine intervention, personal experience)? Do you think faith is rational? Is it Ok to teach kids to believe in Santa?
Tuesday, October 11 at 5:30pm. No prep needed. Simple discussion questions can be found HERE. Simply Bring a beverage of your choice. Snacks provided. We will meet at church in the Good Shepherd room.
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Setting the Table with the Altar Guild
When you go to a dinner party, it is the little things that make a difference: the candles, the decor, the silver. And so it is when we gather for the great feast of grace: the vessels for the sacraments, the texture of the vestments, the small glass cups or the polished silver chalice. These small details, offered in caring attention, mean so much for our collective celebration. The Altar Guild sets the table.
The Altar Guild could use a few more people to serve. Would you consider finding out more? If so, please Contact Mary Jones -Seth+
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The 18th Sunday after Pentecost
8am service Quiet service indoors
Serving This Sunday:
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Denton Jones
Acolyte/Reader: Steven Haberman
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeters: Jackie Keene
Ushers: *Don Allen, Patrick Foley, Martha Morse
Eucharistic Ministers: Debbie Roesner, Robert Draper
Lector: George Marek
Prayer Reader: Lyn Slater
Coffee Hour Hosts:
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Set up Mary Jones
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Clean up: Sonja Pavlik, Bob Pavlik
Newcomer Hosts: Sarah Gottlieb, Meredie Scrivner
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Trunk or TREAT
Not just for kids!
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Looking for a safe and fun community based way to celebrate Halloween? Join fellow church members from Christ Church and friends from Bay Shore Lutheran Church as we trunk-or-treat together!
Show up, or sign-up with the QR code in the ad at right or the link below to volunteer your time and creativity by decorating your trunk and handing out candy.
Have a cool car to show off? Don't get too many trick-or-treaters at your house? This is a great way to get into the fall season and enjoy seeing the joy of children on this day.
Sunday, October 30th 1-3pm
Bay Shore Lutheran Church Parking lot (behind the church enter on Wildwood Ave. south of Hampton Rd.)
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Taste of Africa Benefit Dinner
benefiting Sojourner
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Thursday, November 3rd, 2022, 5:30
Contact Tonya Smith for information:
(414) 810-1826. Tickets: $125
This fundraising event is hosted by Dolly Grimes-Johnson, former Director of Sojourner Truth House for 36 years. All proceeds will benefit the shelter through the Dolly Grimes-Johnson Legacy Fund.
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Fall 2022 Children's Ministry Calendar can be found here
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Families!
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 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!
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MIddle School Youth
This Sunday at 10:45 am. We are learning about “Our Ancestors.” Last week we discussed Adam and Eve. This week we will learn about Noah. I encourage you to read ahead if
you are able to. The Key passages are Genesis 6:5-8, 11-1 (Noah Finds favor) Genesis, 7:11-8:4, (The flood) Genesis 8:20-9:1, 8-17, (God covenant with Noah) Genesis 9:20-23, 28 (Noah after the flood).
Please plan to attend.
We are still in need of mentors to accompany our youth as they examine their faith and life. You can make a big difference in the life of a youth by your presence, prayers, and encouragement.
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Acolyte Sign-up
Now is the time to sign-up to be an acolyte this fall. Young people are encouraged to help lead worship through the roles of torchbearer (3rd-5th grade) and crucifer (6th-12th grade).
No experience necessary as training can be available the day your child is signed up for or through a session at an upcoming youth group gathering (we will also have some training videos available to review soon - see below!). When signed-up please be at the church no later than 9:15AM, or 9:00AM if it is your child's first time.
Sign-up by adding your child's name to this LIST that Jean Bieszk created or by contacting her via email.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, JANUARY 6, 2023
EPIPHANY BLOOD DRIVE
In the Great Hall
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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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Winter Wear Collection at All Peoples church
New or gently used gloves, mittens, scarves and winter jackets size infant through high school can be donated to All Peoples Church.
Simply place your donations next to the red wagon October 6-30th!!!
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Our diocesan relationship with St. Marc's Jeanette in Haiti has it's 40th birthday this year! There is much exciting news to share as the relationship is re-organized: new project leadership, new clergy leadership, and new organizational and accounting structures all place an emphasis on Haiti becoming more self-sufficient and self-governed.
There is a Haiti Project newsletter dedicated to the Haiti Project, put together by the new Diocesaen liaison to the project: Caroline Senn. Take a look! |
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The Beloved Community Team &
Outreach Committee Offerings:
These two hardworking teams have put together a list of “matches” of talents and interests with specific charitable organizations to offer opportunities for engagement.
Local Outreach
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 also work to respond to local or global emergencies as they arise. Christ Church will focus its energy and resources on the following local outreach efforts in 2022:
Saint Vincent De Paul
Christ Church serves the Saint Vincent De Paul meal program by donating, cooking and serving a meal to around 150 guests on the second Friday of each month at the north location, 2600 N. 2nd Street in the basement of All Peoples Church. Sign up to help by clicking on the link that comes out in our weekly broadcast. You may participate by donating food, cooking food, serving the meal, or all of the above.
We would love to have you join us! People of any age are welcome.
Gifts of Hope
Each year, The Gifts of Hope organizers provide the community with an opportunity to GIVE the Gift that gives TWICE! Honor those on your Holiday gift list with a charitable contribution! to over 20 Local and International Non profits organization. 2021’s Giving Fair runs from November 28 - December 12.
All Peoples Church
Christ Church has a strong and thriving partnership with All Peoples Church in the Harambee neighborhood near Center and 2nd street. We support their food pantry through monthly giving, participate in their special events like Partner Prayer breakfast, and Praise dinner, and help support their Kids Working to Succeed Program (KWTS) by periodically providing bag lunches. In addition, our youth group at Christ Church collaborates with the youth group at All Peoples in monthly events and a yearly
winter retreat. We greatly enjoy the relationship and events throughout the year.
New this Year during Lent: We are supporting the KWTS program with extra financial support by raising funds through a special donation where you can give more kids a chance to work in this awesome program that teaches responsibility and eradicates the food desert by planting, harvesting and donating food crops to the community. (see Video to hear more). Donate by check (memo: KWTS) or cash on Sundays at Christ Church during Lent or all week online. Just designate your gift with “KWTS- All Peoples Church”
The Gathering
The Gathering is a community based ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee. The Gathering’s mission is to provide meals and other services for people who would otherwise go hungry. Christ Church supports The Gathering through financial gifts and volunteer service serving lunch on 6 Saturdays throughout the year and providing brown bag dinners on 6 additional Saturdays.
Sojourner Family Peace Center
Sojourner Family Peace Center provides comprehensive services that help to create peaceful communities in which domestic respect and a life free from violence is the right of every woman, man and child. Christ Church Rector, Fr. Seth Dietrich, serves on this Board of Directors. Christ Church provides financial support as well as occasional festive meals for the shelter residents. For many years, Christ Church has celebrated St. Nicholas Day by collecting gifts for Sojourner’s women and children.
Our Next Generation
Our Next Generation is a community-based organization which mentors and supports families in the neighborhood of 34th street and Lisbon Avenue. Primary programs include The Homework Club and the High School Connection, for after school tutoring and mentoring of students in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade. Volunteer opportunities include after school (5 p.m. to 6 p.m.) tutoring, meal preparation and the Christmas Giving Tree.
Shoreline Interfaith
Shoreline Interfaith provides transportation and other support services to help the elderly remain living in their own homes. Christ Church provides monetary support and volunteer services including driving people to appointments and providing other assistance as needed.
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Volunteer Opportunities at All Peoples Church
for Families and Adults
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Partner Breakfast
Garden Clean Up
Women's Retreat
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St Francis Blessed the Animals.
It is our commission to ensure they can live well on our planet.
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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
Why We Need to Recharge Ourselves Just like We Recharge Our Phones
For many of us, the final thing we do before we drift off to sleep is place our phone on the charger so it can charge overnight. ...read more
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Recipe Corner:
Sweet and Salty Healthier Caramel Apples.
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TEAM WELLNESS Next Meetings: Join Us!
- 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 a new book discussion beginning on October 23:
Practice of the Presence: A Revolutionary Translation by Carmen Acevedo Butcher Hardcover – October 23, 2022
Available hardcover or kindle from Amazon prime.
WHO: All women of Christ Church are invited (anytime)
WHEN: Mondays from 9:15 – 10:15 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
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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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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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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Get the latest on your 'feed' through our posted photos and videos
on Facebook and Instagram
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To join the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee e-news mailing list, click here.
To read the latest news from the Haiti Project, click here.
To download the Mary and Martha newsletter for Episcopal Women click here
Submissions for the weekly broadcast and the Sunday bulletins must be received
by the office no later that Wednesday at noon.
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