Thursday, January 4, 2024 - Epiphany Sunday! | |
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Dear Friends in Christ,
This Sunday we come together for a new calendar year and new church season. The Feast of Epiphany on January 6 celebrates the Magi coming from the East to encounter the baby Jesus, the infant King. Because this date is so close to Sunday, we have moved the Epiphany hymns and lessons to Sunday. This is also a Handing Down the Faith Sunday, so I will give an all-ages sermon at the 9:30am service.
We will have a festive Epiphany feast to follow in the Great Hall with activities for every generation, and I will teach the ancient practice of the chalking of the doors!
With Hope in the King's Way of Love for New Year,
Seth+
P.S. We've had a great response to our annual blood drive. It's not too late to claim a spot.
See below for details.
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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: Sonja Pavlik, Bob Canary, Tim Hancock, Ken Baumeister
Especially Now for family and friends: Olga Enquist (RIP - friend of Kathy Stanford), Karlene Johnson (RIP- cousin of Paula Stone), Joan Spector, sister of Lyn Slater
Long Term for parishioners: Chip Morris, Elizabeth Casey, Darrell Lile,, Isaiah Dietrich, Gary Laev, Mary Meyers, Chris Binder, Barb Larkin, Pam Eversfield, Karol Rehm, Martha Vogel, Genevieve, Gigi Short, Grace Anne Cochrane, Rachel Kolb,, Mark McLaughlin, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends: Mark (Friend of Robin Perdersen) Helga Rikkers (mother of Ben Rikkers), Jay, (friend of Kathy Stanford) Colin Brewer (friend of Maureen Oster) George (brother of Mary Kay Anderson), Craig Smith (friend of Seth Dietrich) Sue & Jerry Hiller, Debi Chier Schmidlkofer, (friend of Catherine Davidson), Jeff Jones (friend of Andy McKinley), George Kashou (brother in law of Sandy Kashou), Jill, 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 and Christine (relatives of Ira Leidel), TajMahal Dirbas (mother of Sandy Kashou), Danial Oakley (nephew of Sandy & Bob Kashou)
We also pray for the people in places shattered by war, especially Israel, Gaza and Ukraine. We pray for all who have died, and all who mourn. We pray for the end of the killing of the innocent, and for all those leaders discerning the path of peace and justice.
Homebound: Grace Haydon
Serving in the Armed Forces: Jeffrey Ryan (grandnephew of Ira Leidel) Josh Currier, (grandson of Elizabeth Klijnsmit) 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: Catherine Skoog & Willie Jolly, Sally & Trevor Adams (daughter of Debbie & John Roesner)
This Sunday's Altar Flowers:
are offered to the Glory of God in loving Memory of Earl Lillydahl from Mary Lillydahl
Birthdays This Week:
Hillary Graham, Ben Hubing, Samuel Lovern, Maddie Tomasi, Meredie Scrivner, Bill Walker, Eric Ayala, Jean Dodge, Emily Jetton, George Marek
Anniversaries: Kathleen & Robert Bardunias
*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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Join us in the Great Hall after the 9:30 am service, THIS SUNDAY! | |
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Epiphany FEAST!
Join us in the Great Hall for an All-Ages Epiphany Feast after the 9:30 AM service!
We'll ring in the new year by chalking the doors and eating traditional king cake. Watch out--there's a small plastic baby hidden in one of the pieces. Whoever finds the baby in their piece of cake will be crowned king or queen for the day!
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Parish Administrator Opening
After almost a year with us, Heidi Behlke has decided to pursue other opportunities. We will miss her! Thankfully, she is here through Feb 15. If you or someone you know might have interest in the position, please see the job description here.
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Scripture, Song and Silence
Beginning Friday, January 12 from 12:00-12:30 p.m., and running for 4 consecutive Fridays, come to the nave for a reading from scripture, contemplative music, poetry by poets such as Mary Oliver and Rumi, and times for silence. Contact Mark Hilgendorf or Tom Herbstreith for details.
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New Memorial Garden!
We are pleased that the plans for the memorial garden have been enthusiastically received by the congregation. At this time, we are in the process of finalizing the necessary documentation. If you are interested, you may send Heidi your name with an indication of interest. You will be contacted after February 1st, once the official documents are completed. To see the presentation to the parish on the Memorial Garden go here.
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Past FORUM presentations are recorded
and stored for later viewing here and here
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Epiphany Sunday
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing. This service is live-streamed on YouTube
and the Christ Church website.
NOTE: if you'd like to receive a Sunday morning email with just the links to the Sunday livestream service and scheduled FORUM presentations,
send your request to Julie
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Serving This Sunday: January 7, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter & Usher: Denton Jones
Acolyte & Reader: Randy Dean
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeters: Steve Bruemmer, Dolly Grimes-Johnson
Crucifer + Torchbearers:
Ushers: *Bruce Dunn, David Short, Don Allen
Newcomer Host: Margaret Cooper
Lectors: Mila Matera, Brady McMahon
Prayer Reader: YOUTH
Eucharistic Ministers: Rob Draper, Betsy Head, Tim Kobussen
Altar Guild: Jackie Keene, Edna Decker, Loni Hagerup, William Jolly, Catherine Skoog
Hospitality: Service - Mary Kay Anderson Clean up - Andrew & Jennifer Jetton
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Save a Life! spots still available
Whitefish Bay Community Blood Drive
Friday, January 5th 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Christ Church Episcopal - Great Hall -
5655 N. Lake Dr. Whitefish Bay 53217
Schedule your appointment today!
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Dear Christ Church Community,
If you have created a Vanco online account for your pledge to Christ Church and would like to update your monthly or annual pledge, you can login to your account here to adjust your contribution.
We are so grateful you would consider a pledge for 2024.
2024 Stewardship Team
Beth Durant (Chair), Steve Bruemmer, Loni Hagerup, Joan King,
Julie Thauer, The Rev. Seth Dietrich
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Volunteers Needed!
Monday January 15, 4:30-6:00pm help prepare and serve a meal at SVDP at All Peoples Church in the Harambee neighborhood. Or offer a dessert to be served with the meal. Please contact Lynne Schley to sign up.
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All Peoples Church Pantry LOVES your red Sendik's grocery bags!
Keep saving them, bring them to church and drop off in the red wagon or give to Lynne Schley. Thank you!
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Our Next Generation:
Consider volunteering!
Christ Church founded Our Next Generation 30 years ago to support Milwaukee students academically and socially to give them the best possible chance to get a good education and to spend time in a safe environment after school and during the summer. Contact Betsy Head if interested
We have supported this non-profit with funds and tutors in the past
and Outreach is proud to participate in their Homework Club this fall.
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The
FEASTS!
Don’t forget to sign up!
Please contact Kathy or Denise
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Check out our thermometer in the Good Shepherd room and help put us over the top.
Click here for the current Feast Schedule with lots of fun activities scheduled into the new year.
January- February Featured Feast THIS SATURDAY!
Family Board Game Night
Beat the post-holiday blues with a fun family feast. Parents/grandparents/kids!! Enjoy the big assortment of games for all ages and snacks and drinks, including a hot chocolate bar!!
Hosts: Kathleen and Rob Bardunias
Saturday January 6th 2 - 5pm
Great Hall $15/family unlimited
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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 $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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Middle School Youth Gathering this Sunday January 7th, 2024
Middle school youth will meet this Sunday January 7, 2024. We will meet immediately after the 9.30 AM
service. Our program starts at 10.45 A.M and ends at 11.45 A.M.
Looking forward to seeing you this Sunday.
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Sunday School is on break and will resume January 21.
The nursery will be staffed starting January 7.
We're starting off the formation year with a Service Sunday event! Kids and youth grades 3K through 8th are invited to make Blessing Bags for the Gathering, a ministry that serves the hungry. Led by members of the Outreach Committee, the event runs from 9:15-10:05 AM in the Great Hall January 21st.
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K3-1st Grade: Explorers
will meet in one of the basement classrooms. Click here for this semester's overview for Explorers.
2nd-5th Grade: Seekers
will meet in the basement youth room. Click here for this semester's overview for Seekers.
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Next HDTF is
THIS Sunday, January 7th
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Handing Down the Faith Sundays
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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This month:
The Green Team is highlighting ways to green your home. Why? We like the idea of putting less in landfills before they take over the universe!
Our priority is:
REDUCE • REUSE • RECYCLE
That means, FIRST, try to use less, like lunch bags, like toxic cleaning supplies, like paper products, etc.
This week we are showing samples of products that can help in your lunch, for yourself or your family. (links below) Compostable sandwich bags can also be rinsed, dried and reused, depending on what was in them. Insulated lunch bags keep your food fresh and good.
There will be sample products on the bulletin board at the top of the Sunday School stairs in the vestibule.
Check out these Green Team approved Products!
Green Paper Products Insulated Lunch Bags Baggy Rack
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We Need Your Help
Date to be announced
The fluorescent bulbs are due to be replaced in all the basement classrooms
soon. Only bulbs need replacing.
We are looking for volunteers to help install the new LED lights.
Contact Ira Leidel or Jim Benton if you'd like to help!
LED bulbs will help the Church reduce it's carbon foot print too!
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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. | | |
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Check out 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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Meeting on zoom resumes January 8th
Christ Church Women’s Book Study Group
Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom
by John O' Donohue
WHO: All women of Christ Church are invited
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
on Amazon here - new or used
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Click to Contact The Rev. Mary S. Trainor
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Monday Evening Women's Book Group
Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans.
For women who want to grow in faith and make deep, prayerful connections. This group will meet in-person on the 1st and 3rd Monday evenings of the month @6:30pm.
Those who only want to attend once a month are most welcome. The first book for discussion will be Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans. Emilie O'Connor is leading this book study and she is happy to provide more information.
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Men's
Book Group
led by
Greg Bell
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Sharing our Journey of Faith in books
The men’s group is taking a temporary break from reading a book together. We are individually sharing where we are on our journey of faith, the books and authors that have made a difference, and the questions we grapple with. For more information, Contact Greg.
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See below for other ongoing opportunities for connection. (Evening Prayer, Wednesday Contemplative service...etc).
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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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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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