Thursday, November 2, 2023 - All Saints Sunday! | |
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Dear Friends in Christ,
This Sunday we gather for one of the biggest days of the church year, the Feast of All Saints (a "moveable feast" which we transfer from November 1st to Sunday). It is also one of our "Handing Down the Faith" Sundays.
I'll offer an all-ages sermon and then we have 3 baptisms. And then before the Eucharistic prayer we will toll bells and remember those saints in light who have passed from this parish and our own personal lives into Christ's nearer presence. During communion you are invited to pass in front of the choir as they sing Gabriel Fauré's Cantique de Jean Racine. And then after worship there is an intergenerational feast in the Great Hall with all kinds of "saintly" activities.
With hope and gratitude for all those who
have let Christ's light shine through their lives,
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: Willie Jolly
Especially Now for family and friends: Judy Valentine (aunt of Greg Bell), Joanne Smith (RIP) mother of Greg Bell). Sr. Mary Grace (RIP). Martin Kachigan RIP) father-in-law of Janis Blean Kachigan;
Long Term for parishioners : Elizabeth Casey, Darrell Lile, Isaiah Dietrich, Gary Laev, Mary Meyers, Chris Binder, Barb Larkin, Pam Eversfield, Karol Rehm, Martha Vogel, Genevieve, Gigi Short, Tim Hancock, Grace Anne Cochrane, Rachel Kolb, Mark McLaughlin, Cathy Martin Braun
Long Term for family and friends : Colin Brewer (friend of Maureen Oster) George (brother of Mary Kay Anderson), Kathy Kant (friend of Kjell Johansen) , Craig Smith (friend of Seth Dietrich) Sue & Jerry Hiller, Debi Chier Schmidlkofer, (friend of Catherine Davidson), 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 and Christine (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)
We also pray for the people in places shattered by war , especially Israel and Gaza. We pray for all who have died, all who mourn, and all who are working for both peace and justice. We also pray for the people of Morocco and Libya as they rebuild after the earthquakes there.
Homebound: Grace Haydon
Serving in the Armed Forces: 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: Sally & Trevor Adams (daughter of Debbie & John Roesner)
Thanksgiving for the Birth of
Jonae Ifeoluwa Abiola, on October 10, Daughter of Lanre and Nora Abiola
We welcome into the family of God
Oliver Thomas Archello and Ruby Kathryn Arcello
Parents: Anna Floch Arcello & Aaron Arcello,
Godparents: Lindsay Weber & Steven Weber
and
Margarette June Hubing
Parents: Ben and Nicole Scher-Hubing, Godparents: Monica & Josh Liberatore
Ringing in the Saints
We commend to God all those who have passed into Christ's nearer presence over the last year from this parish. We also commend our own family and friends.
Kathleen Marie Dean + April 11, 1948 - February 11, 2023
Isabel H. Ward + January 18, 1923 - April 10, 2023
Robert Klein Dean + June 10, 1955 - April 19, 2023
Margaret Rose Tennessen + May 10. 1955 – May 28, 2023
Jeremy David Meyers + January 3, 1937 – June 23, 2023
Fred Delmenhorst + July 17, 1941 – July 30, 2023
Joanne Smith + June 24, 1931 - November 1, 2023
This Sunday's Altar Flowers:
Offered to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Dottie and Joe Mestier given by the Short Family and
in grateful memory of the families who founded Christ Church in 1931:
Linden and Winifred Morehouse, Clifford and Ellen Morehouse, Donald and Vera Ivins,
Thomas and Edith Rees, Harold and Marjorie Cheetham, Hubert and Helen Barnes, Frederic and Marie Sammond, Samuel and Mary French, and George and Adele Gibbs, and in grateful memory of Frederick and Helen Glantz whose bequest established the Christ Church Endowment Trust in 1982 given by all the people of Christ Church.
Birthdays This Week: Grace Davis, Katie Warner-Smith, Ellie Van Caster, Bill McCown, Tom King, Holden Naleid, Bonnie Thomson, Patrick Foley, Robin Pedersen
Anniversaries: Karly & Ross Treffert, Mary & Alan Forristall
*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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Extra Hour of Sleep this Sunday!
Don't forget to set your clock back one hour on Saturday night.
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Men’s Retreat:
A Human Fully Alive
Saturday, November 11 - 9am to 4pm (optional overnight stay on Saturday night is encouraged for those who can make it work!) Holy Wisdom Monastery, Madison, WI
Sign up here. Contact Fr. Seth for more information
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Thanksgiving Eve Service
Wednesday, November 22nd at 5:30pm
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All Saints' Day
November 5, 2023
8am service Holy Eucharist, Quiet service
9:30 service - Holy Eucharist, Music with congregational singing.
*This service is also live-streamed on YouTube
and on the Christ Church website.
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Serving This Sunday: November 5, 2023
8:00 am Service
Greeter/Usher: Christopher Hagerup
Acolyte/Reader: Tom Tennessen
9:30 am Service
Vestry Greeters: Rob Draper and Margaret Cooper
Crucifer + Torchbearers: Jones Hobbs, Hattie O’Connor, Sully O’Conoor
Ushers: *Margaret Cooper, Patrick Foley, Gary Laev
Newcomer Host: Margaret Cooper
Lector: Lyn Slater
Prayer Reader: Margaret Cooper
Eucharistic Ministers: Fran Blom, John Hinchey, Wes Dubic
Altar Guild: Team 1 - Jackie Keene, Edna Decker, Loni Hagerup, William Jolly, Catherine Skoog
Hospitality: service - Mary and Denton Jones
clean up - Margaret Marshall and Helen Benton
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Dear Christ Church Community,
The Stewardship Team is excited about this year's annual campaign:
"Faith Through Generations." We launched this past Sunday, and if you are looking to catch up on Fr. Seth's stewardship sermon, the preached version is here and the manuscript is here.
Your stewardship materials were mailed Tuesday. We are deeply grateful that you would prayerfully consider a pledge to the parish for 2024. Your generosity provides an opportunity to acknowledge our abundant blessings; it also represents a sacred commitment to continue to pass the faith for generations to come.
Pledging can be done by 1) mailing the reply card you received, 2) snapping a photo of your pledge card and sending it to Heidi or 3) the online pledge card here.
(Note: even if you already give your current pledge electronically, please fill out the online pledge card to let us know what you are able to give in 2024).
With Hope and Gratitude,
2024 Stewardship Team
Beth Durant (Chair), Steve Bruemmer, Loni Hagerup, Joan King,
Julie Thauer, The Rev. Seth Dietrich
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Stewardship Moments
Randy Dean shares his story for Christ Church on October 15, 2023 here
Read Anna Floch Arcello's story from October 22, 2023 about how she came to Christ Church in the transcript here. See the video here:
Hear George Marek's stewardship moment here
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Stewardship FAQs
1. What is a pledge?
A pledge is a sacred commitment to give a certain portion of household income to the parish for the following calendar year. In many ways, it is a spiritual practice. On a practical level, it helps us form the parish budget for next year.
2. What do people typically give?
At Christ Church, pledges range from $150 to $25,000. Last year, 183 households pledged with an average pledge of $3,785. Everyone is in a very different financial position, and every pledge is deeply appreciated.
3. What is the concept of "tithing?"
Like many Christian traditions, the Episcopal Church encourages "the biblical standard of the tithe for financial stewardship" (Canon III 6.2.iii). Tithing 10% of income comes from the practice of the ancient Israelites bringing the first 10% of their harvest to the Temple. While some of us are there; many of us are still on the journey to get there.
4. Who knows about my pledge?
Pledging amounts are kept highly confidential. Only the financial administrator, Heidi Behlke, and Fr. Seth have access.
5. What if I have questions about parish finances?
We are more than happy to provide a copy of the parish budget as well as answer any questions. Contact the parish wardens, Steve Bruemmer or Penny Cruse for more information.
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Past FORUM presentations are recorded and stored for later viewing here and here | | |
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Coming up:
Gifts of Hope
Alternative Giving Fair
Sunday November 19th,
in the Great Hall
Donations make great Christmas Gifts!
More information coming next week.
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Pot planters, porch and patio decorators!
...is this opportunity for you?
Do you have that flair for pairing just the right flowers and ivy that catch a person’s eye? Or do you just enjoy seeing beautiful creations by the doors at church and want to support that ministry? We are looking for a few folks interested in working with our gurus of the gorgeous gladiolas to learn tricks of the trade. We also need folks who can be a regular waterer during the summer. Please contact Susan Dreyfus or Betsy Head
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Important Update
about the Christ Church Endowment Fund.
Up until now, the Endowment has been managed through a Trust established for the benefit of Christ Church. The Trust dates back to 1983 and the terms appointed US Bank (or its predecessor company) as the Trustee. Since then, the practice of investment management has evolved considerably and many of the responsibilities of the Trustee are now placed on the investment manager by law. This has the effect of making the role of Trustee superfluous and adding unnecessary costs to the management of the Trust assets. In addition, the Endowment Board has found the investment performance to be lagging behind benchmarks and the communication with US Bank has been hampered by turnover in their trust department.
>> Therefore, the Vestry has voted to terminate the trust agreement with US Bank governing the Christ Church Endowment and voted to replace the Trust with a Plan of Operation that preserves all of the safeguards that ensure the endowment will be managed prudently. The Endowment Board will continue to oversee management of the endowment, and they have chosen, with the approval of the Vestry, the Episcopal Church Foundation (ECF) as the new investment manager. ECF manages the endowments of over 300 Episcopal churches throughout the USA. They partner with State Street Global Advisors, one of the largest asset management firms in the world, who manage many of the most efficient investment funds available. The Endowment Board expects the change will result in cutting in half the administrative expenses to the endowment and improving the investment management. In addition, ECF provides a variety of services to help Christ Church and the Endowment Board grow the endowment to continue to support the Church's mission.
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So Bright!
Altar Guild members feel serving on Altar Guild is an honor to God and to the people of Christ Church.
If you would like to join us in this meaningful ministry, we welcome new members anytime; contact Lydia or Bridget. The time commitment averages two-three hours once a month, and we offer outstanding on the job training!
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Fill a Bag,
Make a difference at Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving food and hygiene bags are available to fill for the families at All Peoples Church. Each bag has a list attached, so it's easy to take with you when you shop. (no Ham or turkey needed this year) If you have items that are not in the bag please highlight the tag so we can supplement if necessary.
Bags will be in the Good Shepard Room Sunday in the wagon, with the needed list attached.
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THANK YOU for all the donations!
Please Return bags by November 5th
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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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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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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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FALL
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.
NOVEMBER Featured Feasts
Paddle Ball
Join us at MCC for some paddle ball! Appetizers, beer and wine will be served.
Hosts: Ben and Alex Rikkers
Saturday, November 11, 2023 6pm
Milwaukee Country Club $30/person max. 32 people
Yoga & Meditation
Do something for yourself before the holidays! Come relax, meditate and connect your body, breath and mind. All to improve your overall health.
Host: Wayne Chmiel
Saturday, November 18, 2023 9:30 - 11:00am
in the Great Hall $15/person
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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 Youth Group
how do you stay true to your identity.
Looking forward to our gathering, Fr. Oswald
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All Saints' Kids Choir
kids in grades second and older are invited to robe and sing with the choir for All Saints' Day! The special children's anthem is "I Sing a Song of the Saints of God." Kids can use this video recording and this sheet music to rehearse.
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Sunday, November 5 after the 9:30 service,
All Saints' Sunday Feast
To celebrate this major church holy day, we'll have a carnival-style celebration after the 9:30 service with saint-themed snacks, games, and activities. Kids are encouraged to dress up as a saint and/or bring in a completed saint fact sheet to hang up in the Great Hall.
I've attached the Saint fact sheet for your reference,
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Come Pick up a Free Bible in the Good Shepherd Room!
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Bring your new Bible into the church office any Thursday from 10am - 4:30pm and Miss Julie T will inscribe your name with fancy calligraphy!
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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 youth room, also in the basement. Click here for this semester's overview for Seekers.
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Next HDTF is
THIS Sunday
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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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We Need Your Help
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.
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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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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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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Church Directory Photos:
HAVE YOU SEEN YOUR DIRECTORY PHOTO?
Is it OK with you?
If it needs changing just email your choice of photo to Heidi.
Lyn Slater is helping this effort. Call her with questions.
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Christ Church Women’s Book Study Group
The Knowledge of the Holy The attributes of God, Their Meaning in the Christian Life
by A.W. Tozer
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
NEXT BOOK: Starting December 4th
Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom
by John O' Donohue
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, a new group will meet in-person on the 1st and 3rd Monday evenings of the month @6:30pm, beginning in October.
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 and she is happy to provide more information.
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Men's
Book Group
led by
Greg Bell
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Making Sense of God
Finding God in the Modern World
by Timothy Keller
Available at Boswell Books,
PLEASE NOTE: This title also appears with another subhead and identical cover, so be sure to purchase the "finding God in the Modern World" This eliminates page number confusion during the discussions.
Contact Greg for information.
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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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Resuming in January 2024
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 Join Zoom Meeting here
Meeting ID: 827 8771 3769 Passcode: CENTER
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TONIGHT!
A Cultural Celebration
to Benefit Sojourner Truth House
Taste of Africa
Thursday, November 2, 2023
5:30 - 9:00pm
12400 N. Ville du Parc Dr. Mequon, Wisconsin
Reception 5:30 - 6:30pm African Hors d'oeuvres and music
Dinner 6:30 - 9:00pm - Catered African cuisine representing the countries of Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Ghana, Mali and Tanzania
Entertainment * Stories from Survivors * Live Auction* Raffle
This fundraising event is hosted by Dolly Grimes-Johnson, former Director of Sojourner Truth House for 36 years. All proceeds will benefit the shelter through the Dolly Grimes-Johnson Legacy Fund. Semi-formal Dress or African apparel recommended. Tickets: $150
For more information about sponsorships, please email Tonya Smith
or call 414.810-1826
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Family Fun Swim
Whitefish Bay High School Field House Pool Saturdays Now through December
Bring up to 15 family members. The swim time includes access to fun pool noodles, toys and the diving well for swimmers who pass the swim test. To register for a Saturday timeslot, please compete a Family Fun Swim Request form on our department website or
Call for registration; 414-963-3947
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All Saints’ Episcopal Cathedral Celebrates 150 Years with Community Events
• All Saints’ Cathedral Choral Evensong & Reception
Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 4:00 PM www.ascathedral.org
• All Saints’ Cathedral 150th Anniversary Choral Eucharist Service Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 10:00 AM www.ascathedral.org
For more information download the flyer here
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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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