Thursday, April 20, 2023 - Rescuing Haitian Friends
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Dear Friends
in Christ,
Political instability has plagued Haiti for 200 years, ever since this island of slaves rose up to claim their freedom and the world community shunned them for fear of similar slave uprisings. But recently the country has been plunged into new depths of lawlessness and anarchy.
Cathy Parrill, who served as a guide to some of us when we traveled to St. Marc's in 2016, says that "girls and women are particularly being targeted and brutalized by gangs." While the danger is highest in the cities, those in the mountains, including the village of Jeanette, are not immune. One of the people the Diocese of Milwaukee has worked with closely for the last 30 years has been attacked on the road twice in the last 3 months; the second time he barely escaped with his life.
Recently the Biden administration opened up an avenue out for those who can flee the chaos. The Diocese has set up a special fund to help with the costs of relocation for those with whom we've had a long-standing relationship.
The world has so many needs. Many opportunities offer a chance for long-term, sustainable progress, not just emergency triage. Also, it might feel futile or even unfair to rescue just a few from such chaos, while others remain stuck. How, when, where to help is never easy.
But most of us steward resources unimaginably vast compared to 90% of the world. And surely long-term church-to-church connections add a special urgency. If the Spirit moves you to give something, simply take a few seconds here to do so. Thank you for considering.
With active hope for God's redeeming mercy
to be shed on the people of Jeanette,
Seth+
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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: Molly Canary, Catherine Davidson, the Dunn family
Especially Now for family and friends: Kathy Malicki (friend of Pat Delmenhorst, Isabel Ward (RIP) mother of Cheryl Dunn
Long Term for parishioners: 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: 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), Helga Rikkers (mother of Ben Rikkers), 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)
Thanksgiving for the baptism of Connor Louis Allen, son of Thomas & Megan Allen and grandson of Ann & Don Allen and for the birth of Audrey Alaina Missurelli, daughter of Courtney & Nickolas Missurelli and granddaughter of Genelle & Paul Missurelli.
Sunday Altar Flowers given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Evin Anderson, infant son of Mary Kay Anderson
Birthdays Next Week: Bob Newby, Elizabeth Rose Green, Alison Laev, Emily Robb
Prayers for Creation: On this Earth Day weekend we pray for the courage and creativity to take care of creation, so that generations to come may be sustained by God's good earth.
*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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A Requiem Eucharist to celebrate the life of Isabel H. Ward (mother of Cheryl Dunn will be held at Christ Church on Saturday April 29, at 11:00a.m.
All are welcome.
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Tonight! Thursday April 20 at 5:30pm.
Fr. Seth convenes a casual "pub conversation" once a month at 5:30pm
Next Topic:
Artificial Intelligence We'll talk about our experiences using Chat GPT (sign up here to try it. And we'll also use David Brook's article about AI as a launching place for conversation.
Random beverages provided or bring your own. We will meet at church in the Good Shepherd room. Contact Fr. Seth with any questions.
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Sunday - April 23, 2023
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service* - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing and choir
Serving This Sunday: April 23, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Christopher Hagerup
Acolyte/Reader: Randy Dean
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeter: Jackie Keene, Tom Tennessen
Ushers: *Gary Laev, Gretchen Holder, Peter Tomasi
Newcomer Host: Lynne Schley, Kathy Stanford
Torch Bearers & Crucifer: Hattie O'Connor, Jack McMahon, Sully O'Connor
Lector: Donna Recht
Prayer Reader: Margaret Cooper
Eucharistic Ministers: Rob Draper, Tom Aldridge, Betsy Head
Coffee Hour Hosts: Set up: Maggie & Tom Tennessen Clean up Susan & Lee Dreyfus Jr
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THIS SUNDAY:
Child care available from birth -5th grade in the nursery during the FORUM
The FORUM
Dr. Jerald Mast will speak on:
Key Factors Driving Polarization in the U.S.
The median voters in each of the major U.S. parties are drifting apart. Why? Some historical context and review of data on social, economic and political factors behind affective polarization.
Dr. Jerald Mast - Professor of Political Science at Carthage College primarily teaches and researches in the field of public policy, particularly the ways in which public values, opinions and participation affect the democratic character of decisions within the lawmaking process. He focuses on American government, specializing in the public laws and policies dealing with the environment and natural resources. His most recent publications include the chapter “International Environmental Politics” for Twenty-first Century Political Science: A Reference Handbook (2010)
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SUNDAY
April 23, 2023 10:45 a.m.
If you are unable to join us in person, click here for the livestream recording
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NEXT SUNDAY: April 29, 2023
The FORUM
Bridging Science and Spirituality
Steve Paulson is the Executive Producer of Wisconsin Public Radio’s Peabody Award-winning Program To the Best of Our Knowledge. His radio reports have also been broadcast on NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Steve has written for Salon, Slate, Nautilus, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and The Los Angeles Review of Books. His book, Atoms and Eden: Conversations on Religion and Science, was published by Oxford University Press.
Steve will overview how debates over science and religion have often played out, touching on such key ideas as consciousness, evolution and different conceptions of transcendence and "God" - and new ways to think about spirituality. He will play 14 short (1-3 minute) excerpts from interviews he has done with some of the key figures in this discussion.
Child care available from birth - 5th grade in the nursery during the FORUM
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In our FORUM Archives:
You can see earlier archived FORUM content, on our website here.
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Gatherings FOR Guys
Tuesday, May 2 @6:00pm
Christ Church Great Hall
Fr. Seth convenes a group of fellowship and reflection for guys of all ages. Pizza provided with an assortment of drinks. New people most welcome!
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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
- 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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Check Out Our Free Magazine Library
Bring yours if they are too good to to tossThanks for sharing.
Look for this box!
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Book Signing at Boswell Books
Thursday, April 27 · 6:30pm
Paper Valley:
The Fight for the Fox River Cleanup
with authors Susan Campbell and P. David Allen II
Join the Green Team members for an evening with environmental writers Allen and Campbell as they chat about Paper Valley, their new book in which they recount the true story of the tumultuous fight for the $1 billion Wisconsin Superfund site cleanup, and how the corporate polluters were ultimately held accountable. Please click here to register for this event. And be sure to order your copy of Paper Valley now as well.
Boswell Books on Downer.
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Earth Day Events in Milwaukee 2023
Join the environmental movement by indulging in Earth Day events. Earth Day is an annual celebration that happens on 22nd April! Supporting the environment through various activities and events is how this day goes along. There are a bunch of Earth Day events in Milwaukee which include tree plantations, going green, singing earth day songs and a lot more. This might be a festival-festival but sure needs to be highlighted as any of the biggest festivals; after all it’s about our environment and the very air we breathe. Discover some of the best family-friendly earth day
2023 events in Milwaukee and do your bit this day even when you are indoors!
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Recycle Day in the Bay
Dominican High School Parking lot
120 East Silver Spring Dr.
Saturday May 6, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
Safely dispose of unwanted items
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Spring Cleaning Tips for Energy Efficiency
1. Give your A/C a tune-up. Do not forget to clean or replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning system. You can also improve air quality by changing your air filters.
2. Keep the heat out. Inspect your windows for dirt that may have collected over time. Proper air sealing and insulation installation helps to save energy in warmer months and keep the cool air inside.
3. Check your ceiling fan. While dusting off your ceiling fan, locate the switch to adjust the direction of the fan. Flipping the switch to redirect your fan counter-clockwise will circulate much-needed cool air in the summer.
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Food Drive for Moms
May 13 and 14 from 12-1pm
for All Peoples Church Pantry in honor of Moms
Collection in front of Christ Church
Pantry feeds 50-75 families each week
The items that are going fast and most in need:
pancake mix, syrup, tuna, tuna helper, spam, spaghetti, canned pasta sauce, peanut butter (16oz), jelly, deodorant, toothpaste, lip balm.
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Save the Bags!
If you have red Sendik's bags, we'd love to put them to good use for ALL PEOPLES Pantry. Bring them to church and leave them in the wagon. THANKS!
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Dear Confirmands and Mentors,
I hope you had a restful spring break. At this time school is in full swing. We are inching closer to the finish line. We just have three sessions remaining. We will meet this coming Sunday, April 23rd, and our last two sessions are on May 7th, and May 21st.
The confirmation day is June 11th, 2023.
It is my expectation that we make sure we participate in the last three sessions. There is a lot to cover to get ready for confirmation.
This coming Sunday, Erin Wolf, the diocesan youth coordinator will be visiting us. I hope that all of us will be present to meet her and hear what she has to say about youth programming in our diocese. See you Sunday, Fr. Oswald
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Family dinner is back!
On Tuesday, April 25, bring your favorite pizza or side dish to the Great Hall and hang out with some other Christ Church families. If it's nice enough weather, we can spill out onto the playground!
RSVP by signing up to bring a dish here.
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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.
Registration is now open for this summer's EpiscoWisco Summer Camp! In addition to registering kids from age 4 through seniors in high school for camp, we are also looking for staff.
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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Saturday, April 22nd at 2PM
Our monthly adventure will be THIS Saturday! 2 pm.
It is at 7 Bridges Ravine Hiking Trail in Grant Park.
This is a 26 minute drive south of WFB (Google maps knows where it is). South Lake Drive, 4 miles south of the FBI building on the lake. South of the Wil-o-way entrance into the park is the GRANT PARK entrance. Follow it to the right a short distance until you see the great covered bridge.
We will meet in the parking lot. The ravine has 10 bridges and several staircases and can be muddy. If the paved bike trail is more your speed that is right there also, and stays up on the bluff and goes many miles either direction. The ravine trail is 2 miles of woodsy adventure. 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:
Havarti Avocado Sandwich with Spicy Mayo
Recipe here
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Wellness Reads:
Monthly Book Suggestion
Vitamin N
Richard Louv (signs out in the Wellness Reads Lending Library in the John Thompson Room)
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H A P P I F Y :
Your Burning Sleep Questions Answered!~
Odds are you have a few questions about sleep.
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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
SEE YOU tonight! 4-20 6350 N. Lake Dr., WFB at 4:30pm
Hope to see you at Lyn Slater's home at 4:30pm. Lyn's address is 6350 N. Lake Drive in WFB. Wine, n/a beverages, will be provided for $3. Please park in the driveway circle or near the lamp post. Please avoid the street. contact Kathy Stanford with any questions
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Christ Church Women’s Book Study Group
Braving the Thin Places:
Celtic Wisdom to Create a Space for Grace
finishing up on May 8th
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
NEW BOOK:
Naked Spirituality: A Life with God in 12 Simple Words
by Brian McClaren
Starts May 15th - Purchase/Preview it here:
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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 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 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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