Thursday, May 4, 2023 - A big thank you to our mentors!
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A message from Fr. Oswald
Dear Friends in Christ,
The confirmation classes are edging closer to completion. Confirmation is scheduled for June 11 during bishop Jeff Lee’s visitation to Christ Church. We are excited. Along with fifteen adults prepared by Fr. Seth, 9 high schoolers are stepping forward for confirmation!
Our youth have worked hard during the past year. They have explored their faith and traditions. They are ready to make that commitment to be Christ’s disciples. We pray for them and wish them well in life long journey of discipleship.
However, behind the scenes and behind success is a group of dedicated mentors.
Mentors are a critical part in the confirmation process. They are role models, available to respond to the youth’s questions and needs. Their job is primarily companionship and not necessarily teaching. They don’t have answers to all the questions posed by the confirmands. Their main role is to cheer the youth and encourage them in their faith journey. I am so grateful for their dedication to work and accompanying our youth in their journey to be confirmed. On behalf of Christ Church, I give our mentors thanks.
I would like to encourage more others to consider becoming mentors this coming year. There is a myth about youths being uninterested in faith activities. This is far from the truth. Our Youth are eager to learn from adults. Youth look up to adult role models for guidance and support.
We are all shepherds to one another. One way of being a shepherd is to support and accompany a youth as they seek answers to their questions. You don’t have to know the answers to their questions. Your companionship is all that matters. There are many other people able to answer questions the youth might have. As we look ahead to the coming year please consider giving the mentoring experience a chance!
Blessings!
Oswald+
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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: The Dean Family, Barb Larkin, Gordon Hostler, Catherine Davidson, Molly Canary
Especially Now for family and friends: Robert Dean (RIP - twin brother of Randy Dean); Joe Rosenfield (friend of Helen & James Benton), Shelley Burgess (RIP- friend of Alison Larkin)
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: 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
Margaret and Biscoe L. Gray, Jr
From Pete, Linda, Margaret and Lauren Gray
Birthdays Next Week: Angie Hussain, Lila Hermann, Todd Kiehm, Chip Morris, Edward Inderrieden, Denton Jones, Dee Miller, Paul Barkhaus, Leo Van Caster, Nicole Boemer, Zhen Lei, Maggie Tennessen, Beth Hagen, Emily Roesner
Anniversaries:
*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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NEW DATE! May 6 and 7 from 12-1pm
Food Drive for Moms
Just before Mother's Day!
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.
Please contact Lynne Schley for more info especially if you'd like to volunteer!
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Sunday - May 7, 2023
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service* - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing and choir
Serving This Sunday: May 7, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Denton Jones
Acolyte/Reader: Steve Haberman
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeter: Steve Bruemmer, Robert Draper
Ushers: *Beth Durant, Lynne Schley, Steve Schley, Joshua Currier
Newcomer Host: Margaret Cooper
Torch Bearers & Crucifer: Lila Hermann, Jack McMahon, Brady McMahon
Lector: James Hinchey
Prayer Reader: Josh Currier
Eucharistic Ministers: Tim Kobussen, Sarah Gottlieb, Betsy Head
Coffee Hour Hosts: Set up: Mary Kay Anderson. Clean up Draper Family
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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-gathers 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 from 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.
Child care available from birth - 5th grade in the nursery during the FORUM
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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
- 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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Skip the Chemicals!
Try this:
Stainless Steel Sidewalk Crack weeder
Also good for pesky creeping weeds.
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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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Confirmation Class and
Handing Down the Faith Sunday.
This Sunday May 7, 2023, the high school confirmation group will have a session immediately after our
9.30 service. Please plan to attend and participate.
This Sunday is also “Handing Down the Faith Sunday”.
Two of our confirmands will read the lessons and the
prayers of the people.
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Check out the windowsill in the Good Shepherd room and watch our seedlings grow!
Make a "joyful noise" with the choir!
On May 7, our next Handing Down the Faith Sunday, kids will get the opportunity to make a "joyful noise" with the choir! They will rehearse from 9-9:30 AM and perform during the service.
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Kids K3-1st grade will be singing, "We Are in God's House Today" (watch the video here).
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Kids and youth 2nd grade on up will be singing "Jesus Loves Me" with the adult choir. They will also warm up, robe, and sing with the adult choir for the entire service!
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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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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
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 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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