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Dear Friends in Christ,
Last Sunday, I referenced a book by Anne Lamott and spoke about how prayer can be summed up as "Help, Thanks, and Wow." As a Handing Down the Faith Sunday, after the children's sermon we had kids and adults write out their prayers on small color-coded post-it notes and then come up and place them on a white board.
Personally, I found this exercise quite moving. Watching people carefully offer their visual prayer to the board; stepping back after the service to see the whole, zooming into read some of the particular petitions such as
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Help with "Managing my overwhelming workload," and "gun violence," and "My loss of faith."
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Thanks for "grandma's love," and "renewed hope," and "2 years of sobriety."
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Wow for the "beauty of Lake Michigan," "clean, cool air," and "the wonder of human connection."
If you have never written prayers, I encourage you to try it, either in a journal, or on small scraps of paper placed into a "Prayer box." I find that the longer I spend in a tradition like the Epicopal Church, with so many prayers which appear in print, the more drawn I am to not only hear/speak a prayer but also to see it on the page.
This Sunday we have one of the great parables from Matthew: The Parable of the Sower.
May you know God's peace and Blessing
wherever you will be,
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: Julie Davis and family, Molly Canary
Especially Now for family and friends: Patty Moriarty (RIP, friend of Penny Cruse) Jacqueline Michelle Smith (RIP, sister of Julie Davis)
Long Term for parishioners: Fred Delmenhorst, Mary Meyers, Bill Foote, Sonja Pavlik, Chris Binder, Cindy Jensen, Gordon Hostler, Barb Larkin, Catherine Davidson, Pam Eversfield, Dave Honecker, Karol Rehm, Martha Vogel, Genevieve, Gigi Short, Tim Hancock, Grace Anne Cochrane, Rachel Kolb, Fran & Darrell Lile, Mark McLaughlin, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends: Jeff Jones,(friend of Andy McKinley), Richard Morgan (father of Paula Stone), George Kashou (brother in law of Sandy Kashou), Jill, John H. (friend of Julie Thauer), Joe Rosenfield (friend of Helen & James Benton), Ann, 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)
This Sunday's Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God in memory of
Irwin McKee House and Frances Parker Kelley by Kari & Bill, Frances, Tracy & Will Foote; Suzanne Foote & Mark, Josephine & Peter Piro, and Leslie & Ian, Daisy, Mary Jane and Siggy Grajewski
Birthdays Next Week: Kathy Eurich, Nadia Liberatore, Owen Pitsoulakis, Andrew Davis, Ella Dietrich, Brady McMahon, Lisa O’Brien, Fred Delmenhorst, Stacy Meyers, Charlie Smith, Mason French, Joy Mast, Luke Sinclair, Jim Benton, Oswald Bwechwa, Alex Olsta
Anniversaries: Lori & Luke Sinclair, Jeanne & Richard Mayer, Kara & Timothy McMahon
Thanksgiving: for the birth of Zoey Caroline Bitter to parents Jessica & Jay Bitter (grandaughter to Penny Cruse)
*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 - July 16, 2023
Outdoor Service weather permitting
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service* - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing. Held in the garden weather permitting
*This service is also live-streamed on YOUtube
and on the Christ Church website.
Just to be sure we don't run out of chairs for our guests,
feel free to bring a folding chair from home!
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Serving This Sunday: July 16, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Randy Dean
Acolyte/Reader: Tom Tennessen
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeter: Steve Bruemmer, Anne Davis
Ushers: Bill McCown, Paulie McCown
Newcomer Host: Katie Hermann, Steve Bruemmer
Lector: Jeff Evans. Prayer Reader: Bo Beal
Eucharistic Ministers: Katie Hermann and Steve Bruemmer
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Review your directory listing: HERE
If you need the password, just contact Heidi our parish administrator. THANKS!
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DIRECTORY PHOTO UPDATE!
Our online directory needs current photos
Have you looked at your directory photo lately? Some little kids in arms are now in school; others have grown 8”; sometimes there is a new child in the family who wasn’t here for the photo.
PLEASE take time to check that your presentation is current.
AND at the same time be sure your address, phone, email information is also up to date.
UPDATE! Photos of singles or pairs:
Is your photo how you wish to appear to the church community? We are accepting updated photos AND new or changed address, phone, emails.
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Sidewalk Chalk and Untouched Sidewalks!
will be waiting for you on Sunday morning in the Kid-friendly zone of the church garden! If you you have creative and wiggly little ones, join us on the north end of the garden.
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If this Christ Church garden plant caught your eye last Sunday...
and you correctly identified 'Queen Anne's Lace' but wondered if it was an intentional part of the garden design, you may have what it takes to be part of our Landscape and Garden Care Crew!
See Betsy Head or Paulie McCown for details!
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In our FORUM Archives:
• FORUM 05-21-23 Christ Church Legacy:
Who was on the Land Before Us?
• FORUM 04-30-23 Steve Paulson:
Bridging Science and Spirituality
• FORUM 04-23-23 Dr. Jerald Mast Key:
Factors Driving Polarization in the U.S.
• FORUM 03-12-23 Sojourner Truth House: Through the Years
• FORUM 02-26-23 Rev. Amy Heimerl:
Inside Hope - finding the child inside
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Outreach Cat says:
THANK YOU!
Thanks to the overwhelming support by dozens of parishoners, the Outreach team delivered 51 filled backpacks to All Peoples Church on Monday, more than we've ever sent. The All Peoples staff were very grateful for your generosity.
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Volunteer Opportunity:
Help serve Meals at St. Vincent DePaul
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Next Date:
Monday, July 17 6:30pm
Contact Lynne Schley to sign up
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URGENT NEED:
Canned pasta sauce
Canned pasta: Ravioli, Spaghettios,
also: Spam, Tuna Helper,
and Black- eyed Peas
Due to the higher than normal family count (65-85) the last 4-6 weeks. All Peoples Pantry could use our help. Please donate!
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NEW Volunteer Opportunity for all!
Pantry Help needed
All Peoples Church Pantry distributes food on Wednesdays 11-1pm.
Brian needs help during that time.
Please email Brian at if you are available.
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Don’t forget to sign up for the summer feasts
which will be handled via email for the summer.
Please contact Kathy or Denise
Featured Feasts for JUNE - JULY
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Soul Food Dinner – plenty of spots left!
- BBQ and pool party
Click here for details
Check out our new thermometer in the Good Shepherd room
and help put us over the top.
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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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Week 7: Summer Creation Care: What is Climate Justice?
12 weeks of Questions to Ponder and Act Upon
Climate justice recognizes that marginalized communities experience the damaging impacts of climate change first and the worst. The climate justice movement is committed to addressing all of the root causes of the climate crisis. It is not just an environmental issue. It is a social, economic, and public health issue too. God implores us to be faithful: faithful stewards, faithful in following Christ, and faithful in loving our neighbors as ourselves.
Questions to ponder and act upon:
1 How is “creation and climate care” an issue of justice?
2 How does it the climate crisis affect different communities?
3 Where do we see climate and environmental injustices play out in our own community, at a neighborhood, city, and regional level?
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Join us next month:
AUGUST 8th with:
"What Happens to Garbage?"
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Family Creation Club!
We had a great time leaning about Trees from Dr. Joy Mast.
We meet at the Urban Ecology Center: RIVERSIDE PARK
1500 E. Park Pl Milwaukee, WI 53211
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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 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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Sunday school and staffed nursery have ended for the season. Feel free to use the church nursery yourself as needed. For outdoor services, there will be a self-serve wiggle area in the garden for kids who need to move around safely
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Sing with us! or
Ring with us!
Thanks for your consideration: Contact Maureen McCabe if you'd like to try us out!
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Walk-Run Club
Tuesday Mornings at 7:30 am
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:
Summer Nicoise Salad
Recipe here
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Monthly Book Suggestion
Wellness
Reads... for kids: Weathering the Storm by slumberkins
and for adults:
The Rhythm of Life by Matthew Kelly
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The U P S I D E :
Try These Quick Stretches to Ease Sore Muscles at Work
Stretching isn’t just something to do before a gym workout or a long run. It’s an important way to keep muscles flexible, healthy, and strong.
....read more
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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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Summer Patio Open!
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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Christ Church Women’s Book Study Group
NEW BOOK:
Naked Spirituality: A Life with God in 12 Simple Words
by Brian McClaren
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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See 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 | |
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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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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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:
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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