Thursday, May 11, 2023 - The Complexity of Mother's Day
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Dear Friends in Christ,
This week we celebrate the 6th Sunday of Easter. It also happens to be Mother's Day.
The longer I travel the road of ordained ministry, the more aware I am of how complicated this holiday is, and how for many people there is more grief than joy. I especially think of people whose mothers have died in the past year; people who are estranged from their mother; women who have always wanted to be a mother, but are not; mothers who have lost a child (and the list could go on).
The day also highlights the ways our culture can overly sentimentalize motherhood. We honor you moms with pink flowers and boxed candy. But if you are poor and without a certain kind of job, we do not honor you with maternity leave, even though more research comes out every year about the uniquely powerful downstream effects of that early bonding.
At Christ Church, we try to acknowledge the complexity in the holiday including the joy that many feel. But we don't make mothers stand up for applause and we take a pass on carnations. We will offer the prayer below in the midst of the service, and I will touch on motherhood in my sermon.
I look forward to celebrating Easter resurrection
in all its complexity with you soon!
Seth+
- Living God, on this day we give special thanks for the divine gift of motherhood in all its diverse forms. We pray for all the mothers among us today; for our own mothers, those living and those who have passed away; for the mothers who loved us and for those who fell short of loving us fully; for all who hope to be mothers someday and for those whose hope to have children has been frustrated; for all mothers who have lost children; for all women and men who have mothered in any way - those who have been our substitute mothers and we who have done so for those in need. With all the saints in heaven and on earth, we praise you, Holy God, who gathers us together as a mother hen gathers her chicks under her wings. Amen.
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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:
Especially Now for family and friends: On the 10th anniversary of his death, we remember and commend to you Eric Tenhoor, and we lift up his family, Richard, Sue, and Rachel to your healing grace; The Rev. Lowell Timm (RIP); John, (friend of Julie Thauer and Andy Stillman)
Long Term for parishioners: Gordon Hostler, Barb Larkin, Catherine Davidson, Molly Canary, Pam Eversfield, Chris Binder, Chip Morris, Mark Hilgendorf, Dave Honecker, Karol Rehm, Martha Vogel, Genevieve, Gigi Short, Tim Hancock, Jere Meyers, Grace Anne Cochrane, Rachel Kolb, Fran & Darrell Lile, Mark McLaughlin, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends: Joe Rosenfield (friend of Helen & James Benton), Kathy Malicki (friend of Pat Delmenhorst),Jeff (son-in-law of the Pavliks), Ann, Leslie Foote Grajewski (daughter of Kari & Bill Foote), Cameron (friend of Julie Thauer & John Andritsch),Wyatt Woods (great nephew of DeDe Pitrof), Greg Carter (cousin of Fred Delmenhorst), Dave Altick (cousin of Kitty Sturrock), Ian (friend of Willette Knopp), Christopher & Cindy (relatives of Ira Leidel), Katie & Gabe Benavides (daughter and son-in-law of Diane & Jack Holzman), TajMahal Dirbas (mother of Sandy Kashou), Danial Oakley (nephew of Sandy & Bob Kashou)
Homebound: Grace Haydon, Fred Delmenhorst, Joanne Smith
Serving in the Armed Forces: 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)
Parents Expecting: Abigail & Ricky Lupp (daughter of Penny Cruse), Jessica & Jay Bitter (son of Penny Cruse)
Sunday Altar Flowers given to the glory of God and In memory of
Helen & Charles Disch, Florence Scrivner, and Betsy & Guy Scrivner from Barb Scrivner
Birthdays Next Week: Lori Hagerup, Diane Holzman, Flint Bridge, Mugi Bwechwa, Julie Ross, Peter Stanford, John Dawson, Peter Tomasi, Molly Canary, John Hinchey, Tim Kobussen, Sara Frieder
Anniversaries: Kate & Scott Lewis, Bailey & Erich Steger, Zhen Lei & Qun Yu
*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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Sunday - May 14, 2023
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service* - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing and choir
Serving This Sunday: May 14, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Tom Watson
Acolyte/Reader: Randy Dean
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeter: Robert Bardunias, Derek Riley
Ushers: *Bruce Dunn, Rick Donner, David Short
Newcomer Host: Sarah Gottlieb
Torch Bearers & Crucifer: Maddie Tomasi, Lila Hermann, James Hinchey
Lector: Maureen McCabe
Prayer Reader: Anna Floch Arcello
Eucharistic Ministers: John Hinchey, Tom Aldridge, Tim Kobussen
Coffee Hour Hosts: Set up: Jill and Steven Haberman Clean up Margaret Cooper
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Coming up: May 21
Christ Church Legacy:
Who was on the Land Before Us?
What is the history of Christ Church’s land? This forum describes the earliest hunter-gatherers
who came to southeast Wisconsin at the end of the ice age to chase wooly mammoths and later build effigy mounds. We will describe who they were, what their lives were like, and how different Native Americans occupied this land. Life changed with the French fur traders and the flood of immigrants from Europe. The Native Americans ceded their lands in the treaties of 1829 and 1832 and the earliest plats of land in Whitefish Bay were surveyed and sold in 1835 for farming and settlement.
The presenters are in photo above: left to right Bob Newby, Donna Recht, Katharyn Kominiarek, Ilka Pollack, and Judy Wimmer.
They are longtime docents at the Milwaukee Public Museum specializing in Native American tours for children and adults.
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After the service on May 21st
This presentation will be held in the Great Hall and livestreamed.
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In our FORUM Archives:
FORUM 04-23-23 Dr. Jerald Mast Key - Factors Driving Polarization in the U.S.
FORUM 02-26-23 Rev. Amy Heimerl - Inside Hope - finding the child inside
You can see earlier archived FORUM content, on our website here.
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Sign up for
a Feast!
There's something for everyone
Come see us at the table in the Good Shepherd Room after the 9:30 service
- Kathy and Denise
Click the link to see the latest FEASTS Spreadsheet here
This year, we have received a commitment from Seth that all proceeds from the Feasts of 2023 will go directly to the Outreach Committee.
We are looking for hosts and are open to all ideas for Feasts!
We look forward to hearing from you! Don't wait too long if one of these appeals to you to host--just let us know and we'll reserve the idea for you!
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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 Heidi Behlke with any changes. Thank you!
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WHERE has the CHOIR DISAPPEARED to?
If you have been wondering why the choir is shrinking, it’s time to consider joining.
We have lost members to moves, illness and other commitments. Our tenor section will be diminished to a single tenor come this fall!
The common excuses for not joining:
- "I’m not good enough" - Don’t be silly, if you sang in high school, you are good enough!
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"I have kids" - Getting out of the house on Wednesday evening will be good for you.
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"It’s too big of a commitment" - Every member is absent sometimes; you can make it as often as you can. Choir also does not meet in the summer.
Why not consider joining next fall, usually the first Wednesday after Labor Day.
Choir meets 7pm-8:30.
Also the Bell choir, which meets prior to regular choir 5:45-6:45, could use a few extra players. No prior experience required. REALLY!
Questions: Please feel free to call me (or any choir member) or stop me at church with questions. (I’ll be gone April 30 and May 7: you see we can go on vacation!) Of course you can also speak with Scott Riedel regarding Choir and Karol Rehm regarding Bells.
Thanks for your consideration: Maureen McCabe 414-254-6483
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Thank you for donating!
Thank you to all that donated to the Mothers Day Food Drive.
3 car loads of food were delivered to All Peoples Church on Monday. Also thank you to Kathy Stanford, Chip Kubly and Steve Schley for helping with collection!!! The red wagon is always in the Good Shepherd Room for donations of food and Sendiks red bags!
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Creation Care Books for Youth
Wild Faith introduces creation care to older children and teenagers. These resources can be used with faith-based camp programs, youth groups, retreats, VBS programs, or Sunday morning programs. Background materials on the “basics” of teaching environmental stewardship and tips for adding creation care practices to existing programs are included.
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Handing Down the Faith Sundays
are designed to encourage deeper understanding of and more engagement with the liturgy for children. The clergy will offer brief explanations and invite chlldren to participate and observe in specific ways. All children of any age and ability are welcome to participate as they feel comfortable
Next Handing down the Faith Sunday is June 4th,
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Youth Group Meets this Sunday
with Fr. Oswald
Ancestors:
Elijah: The get 'r done Prophet
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Interested in being an acolyte at
Christ Church?
If your child (3rd grade on up) is interested in being an acolyte, reach out to Jean Bieszk
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PARENTS: Do you want your children to be independent, spiritual, lovers of nature, and full of good memories?
Of course! That's why you should consider sending them to EpiscoWisco Summer Camp!
Held at Waypost Camp on Mission Lake near Hatley, WI, this summer camp will give your children all the classic summer camp experiences (field games, rope courses and swimming in the lake) paired with the beautiful Episcopalian spiritual tradition (All camp eucharistic services, compline in the cabins before bed). There are four sessions for kids from Kindergarten to High school. You can learn more by contacting the Hinchey's with questions.
You can find all the information on the camp website:
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Interested in being an acolyte at
Christ Church?
If your child (3rd grade on up) is interested in being an acolyte, reach out to Jean Bieszk
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Please Subscribe!
Contact our new Children's Ministry Coordinator Bailey Steger to keep informed about all the Children's programming.
Look for relevant info for kids on Fridays but you'll find it here in the Weekly Broadcast too. OR reach out to Fr. Oswald for information on Jr. High and High School Youth programming
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TO BE RESCHEDULED! STAY TUNED!
7 Bridges Ravine Hiking Trail in Grant Park.
Text Betsy in case of weather updates.
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Walk-Run Club
NOT meeting on Tuesday April 25th, but resuming Next Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. May 2nd
meet at red door (office entrance) of church.
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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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NEW RECIPE:
Sheet Pan Cheesy Poblano Corn Enchiladas
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Wellness Reads... for kids:
Monthly Book Suggestion
Sprite Helps Say Goodbye, An Introduction to Grief and Loss
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H A P P I F Y :
31 Days of Mental Health: Week 1
Our Mental Health Awareness Month coverage kicks off with timely advice on prioritizing self-care,...
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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.
Future Posts from Team Wellness:
Mary Kay Anderson, Kari Foote, Betsy Head, Deacon Nancy Hills, Susan LaBudde, Maureen McCabe, Lisa O’Brien
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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 for $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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Christ Church Women’s Book Study Group
NEW BOOK:
Naked Spirituality: A Life with God in 12 Simple Words
by Brian McClaren
Starts May 15th - Purchase/Preview it here:
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
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Men's
Book Group
led by
Greg Bell
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Awakening Grassroots Spirituality: A Celtic Guide for Nurturing and Maturing the Soul
by Edwin M. Leidel, Jr.
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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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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 & Mary newsletter here
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eWeekly Broadcast submissions
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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:
Heidi Behlke manages the parish calendar and building use for events, as well as accepts pledges and donations for special projects.
Julie Thauer publishes the scheduled events in the eWeekly Broadcast and prints the weekly Sunday bulletins and special services.
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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 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 Heidi for parish administration issues such as membership, prayer requests, columbarium, building use, calendar scheduling by email.
Email Heidi 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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