"Welcome to the Advocate!"

A publication of celebrations and happenings in the lives of CTK family and friends. This Advocate will summarize what's happened, and give a preview to new events coming your way! So keep a lookout for this publication every 1st of the month. Birthdays and Anniversaries are near the bottom!

Ponderings of the Intern: Spiritual Practices

Each month, I will write an article on a topic that I’ve been pondering or have received questions about.  Enjoy!

In the last month I have had several of our adult members mention that they don’t really know what Lutheran theology is or what it means to be a Lutheran in a world of many religions.  This is actually something I think about a lot!  I was raised Catholic and joined an ELCA Lutheran church in 2005 without really knowing much about it.  I did a quick internet search and immediately liked that they ordain women, and, at the time, were working on implementing the ordination of our LGBTQIA+ siblings (now fully supported by the ELCA).

Then I started attending church.  One of the things I noticed was that there was a large focus on God’s love and grace for us.  This felt very welcoming and inclusive, and I liked it.  I remember my pastor giving me a copy of Luther’s Small Catechism, which I put on my shelf and didn’t look at (embarrassingly until I started seminary!).  She also gave me a copy of the books Pastrix and Accidental Saints by Nadia Bolz-Weber, which I read voraciously and gave me just enough Lutheran theology to pique my interest!

Last year I took a class called Lutheran Confessions, which taught me a lot about Lutheran theology (though I still have much to learn).  I also realized that I really should have read through that copy of the Small Catechism I was given years ago, because that is a great place to start! 

I will be offering a book study of the book By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther’s Small Catechism.  This will give us a chance to explore and discuss Martin Luther’s theology. . . or things like

• Law and Gospel
• Sinner and Saint
• Imago Dei
• Justification
• Works Righteousness

Many of you are cradle Lutherans and probably know theology better than me!  I would love to learn from you and have you share your wisdom.  Some of you may just like a refresher, and some of you might be new to Lutheranism.  All are welcome - all belong!

We will meet on Wednesdays starting on October 25  at 5:30 PM (just in time for Reformation!).  If you would like us to order a book for you, please see Maggie in the church office - the cost will be $20.  I hope you will join me for what I hope will be wonderful conversations!

Blessings!

Intern Jenny

Mission Statement: Alive and Growing through God's Grace

What to Expect at Worship

For your convenience, masks will be made available in the entrance areas and hand sanitizing stations are also available around the building. We ask that if you are not feeling well, or feel that you may have been exposed to COVID, you view the service via live-streaming. You can find this on our website: https://ctkdelafield.org/

There are chairs with arms in the Upper Sanctuary for those who need assistance and support when transitioning to a stand. Visitors using wheelchairs/walkers may wish to sit upstairs. Pr. Jackie will bring communion to those who remain in the upper sanctuary.



Families are important to Christ the King! 

Our Prayground is located towards the back of the lower sanctuary. Biblically grounded toys and activities will be available to help young people (and their families) participate in worship. Activity bags are also available to take to the pews. Information for our young people and families will be posted above the bookshelf next to Jenny’s door. See Jenny for more information!

In the lower sanctuary, there are open spaces for wheelchairs on either side of the first pew near the baptismal font. Access to the lower sanctuary is via the ramp in the hallway.

*Hearing assistance is available during worship as well as large print bulletins



Please ask an usher for help with whatever type of assistance you may need. 

Welcome to FALL WORSHIP at Christ the King

During the Autumn months, we will think about what it means that God is continually REFORMING AND RENEWING us and God’s good creation. During the offering, we will take time to pause and bring our gifts forward singing: “Let the Vineyards be Fruitful” in praise to our God of the bountiful

harvest.

Sunday, October 1, 2023 Reimagining God’s kingdom

Sunday, October 8, 2023 Restored by/in Christ

Sunday, October 15, 2023 Rejoicing in salvation

Sunday, October 22, 2023 Revitalizing Generosity

Sunday, October 29, 2023 Reforming and Renewing Reformation Sunday

Sunday, November 5, 2023 Remembering God’s saints All Saints Sunday

Sunday, November 12, 2023--- Recognizing our Veterans

Sunday, November 19, 2023 --Reinvesting in our future ( Final Sunday of stewardship campaign)

Shalom,

Pr. Jackie

Celebrating our connection with Christ

Join us in Prayer                           

Individual Prayers: Jayne, David, Baby Z and baby L, Friends and family of Pr. Gerry Goodrich, friends and family of Ward Wilson, Joan, Josh, Tricia, Emily, and those whose lives have been touched by cancer. Dick, Dave, Anthony.  For all those who grieve, those who suffer from anxiety and depression, and all those who are in hospice and in care facilities.



Ongoing Prayers:  For all those who grieve, those who suffer from anxiety and depression, and all those who are in hospice and in care facilities. The Evangelical Lutheran Churches in El Salvador and Tanzania and their Bishops, and Imbaseny parish in Tanzania, All God's Children, Mt. Meru Coffee Project & Outreach for Hope Congregations, our military and their families, and those who work to end human trafficking.

Click on the Prayer Requests picture to send us a personal request.

PLEASE NOTE: Are you missing out?? If you see "Message Clipped: View entire message" in this email, that is not the end! There are more announcements!

Click "View entire message" to read more.

Education

Sunday School

Sunday School (4 years old through 6th grade) will be on Oct. 15th. SS is held twice a month on an irregular schedule. Check on the CTK website for dates.

Welcome to the 2023-2024 Confirmation year! 

 Confirmation will be home study this week-TalkPoints Route 4 ( 7th graders add the Intro A) Complet the lesson on or before October 8th. Don't forget to sign up to Acolyte online!

Women's Bible Study, "Women of the Gospel" Monday, October 9 and 23 @ 9:30 am.

No Experience is necessary to join.

Adult Education Opportunity: Book Study

Intern Jenny will be offering a book study of the book By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther’s Small Catechism. This will give us a chance to explore and discuss Martin Luther’s theology. . . or things like

• Law and Gospel
• Sinner and Saint
• Imago Dei
• Justification
• Works Righteousness

Many of you are cradle Lutherans and probably know theology really well! We would love to learn from you and have you share your wisdom. Some of you may just like a refresher, and some of you might be new to Lutheranism. All are welcome - all belong!

When: Wednesdays at 5:30 PM

Start Date: October 25

Place: Jenny’s Office (or another space if many people join)

Book: By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther’s Small Catechism

Cost $20 to Maggie in the church office to purchase a book

Purpose: To discuss and learn about Lutheran theology

Celebrating the Connection with Each Other

Committees/Meetings

Property and Grounds: Mondays at 6:30 pm

Prayer Shawl Ministry: 2nd & 4th Monday at 1:00pm 

Al-Anon: Mondays 6:30 pm

Women's Bible Study: select Mondays at 9:30 am

Worship and Music: 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm Resume: Sept 11th. All meetings will be at 2 pm with a Zoom option.

Executive Team: 1st Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm

Church Council: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm

Education: second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm

Outreach: 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm

Men's Bible Study: Fridays at 7:00 am

Alcoholics Anonymous: Fridays 7:00 pm

Boys' Breakfast Bible Study: 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 8:00 am (at CTK & via Zoom)

Special Dates

Sept 30th Outreach For Hope Walk, Run, Ride Join us at Cory Park

Oct 9 Women's Bible Study 9:30 am

Oct. 15 CTK Pet Blessing 11 AM Outdoors

Oct 25 & 26 AGC Critter Parade

Oct. 30-Nov 3 **Save the Date** Photo Directory at CTK. Sign up is now.

Oct. 31st Reformation Sunday

Nov 12 Veterans Recognition Day and Breakfast in Great Hall

Feel free to attend a committee meeting of your choice to be part of the exciting things happening at CTK!

*Please remember that events and times are subject to change. Check the CTK calendar on the website for updates!

Veterans Day Sunday Nov 12th: Custom Canines Service Dog Program

This year's Veterans Day Recognition is on Sunday November 12th. Our beautiful patriotic church service will recognize our veterans. Then enjoy brunch in the Great Hall and program by the Custom Canines Service Dog Academy which provides free service dogs to disabled veterans and first responders. Custom Canines will receive our free will offering. Thank you to Thrivent Financial for sponsoring our brunch!

Bad Hair Day?

Don't worry there's time to fix it! All church Family and Individual Directory Pictures will be taken Oct. 30th - Nov 3rd 1pm-8pm daily by Harmann Studios. Sign-up for picture-taking slots beginning Sunday, Sept. 3rd. There are 3 ways to schedule your session:

1) Online on our website at https://ctkdelafield.org/ and look for the Photo Directory Link

2) Look for the Sigh-up Table after upcoming services

3) Call the office 262-646-2343

When you are signing up please register for the TEXT reminder to be sent to you the day before your appointment!

EASY!

Celebrating our Connection with Community

OUTREACH

Mt. Meru coffee is available for purchase in the upper sanctuary. Orders placed by the 3^rd Sunday of each month will be available for pick up on the 4^th Sunday after Service.

This global outreach is helping farm families in the Meru Diocese in Tanzania. This project is giving the farmers a hand up rather than a handout.

Join us this Saturday at Cory Park Dousman

All activities begin and end at Corey Municipal Park, 140 S Main St in Dousman.

PARKING: Park near the park shelter.

RESTROOMS: Restrooms located at the shelter, St. Matthews rest stop in Palmyra and All Saints Wales.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your route’s start time!

8:30 am: 30-Mile Road Bike Ride start time

9:30 am: 14-Mile Trail Bike Ride start time

10 am: Run and Walk start time

11 am: Picnic lunch begins

What should I bring?

Please come dressed for the weather and outdoor exercise (including a CSPC approved helmet for all cyclists)! Bring your cell phone, and a DNR Trail Pass if you have one. You may also want to bring your own water bottle, and a picnic blanket or lawn chair(s) to use during lunch in lieu of on-site picnic tables.

SEE YOU THERE!

Synod News

In 2023, the Greater Milwaukee Synod participated in a unique photo storytelling project by A Peace of My Mind. The series features black and white portraits of lay and rostered GMS faith leaders, and their answers to the question, “When have you felt included or excluded from a group or community?”

We invite GMS congregations to share and discuss the project in worship, small group ministries, and more. We hope the experience will inspire our members to share and listen to one another’s stories, and to grow in faith and fellowship!

We’re currently sharing the project in two formats:

• PHOTO DISPLAY: Congregations may borrow the display, which consists of ten photos and easels. Contact Phil at phil@milwaukeesynod.org or 414-671-1212 to start a reservation.
• VIDEOS: Watch all three videos on the series' YouTube playlist.

Birthday and Anniversary greetings are sent each month electronically through American Greetings. Only a few paper cards are sent via USPS. Please make sure we have your correct email address to receive yours! From your Friends at CTK.

October Birthdays

Hamilton, Ryan Oct 3

Wierichs, Nancy Oct 5

Guetzke, Janet Oct 7 M

Passo, Megan Oct 7

Bonesho, Daniel Oct 8

Bewer, Ronald Oct 9

Paral, Joshua Oct 13

Bostrom, Autumn Oct 14

Kroening, Pamela Oct 15

Spencer, Jerry Oct 16 1934

Tagtow, Michelle Oct 17

Ortiz, Ashley Oct 21

Steinbach, Cheryl Oct 21

Gottschalk, Donald Oct 22

Quinlan, Rich Oct 22

Scheid, Joan Oct 23

Rutledge, Richard Oct 24

Wierichs, Robert Oct 24

Coules, Rosemary Oct 25

Schwartz, Julia Oct 25

Wildrick, Brenda Oct 25

Loeffel, Mark Oct 26

Tegeder, Lola Oct 26

Bonesho, Kaitlin Oct 29

Rogers, G. Barry Oct 29

Kelly, Sean Oct 30

Sandgren, Judy Oct 30

Danielson, Kendall Oct 31

Our Mission – Alive and Growing through God’s Grace

Our Vision – A dynamic congregation and growing in service to Christ and the Community. All are Welcome

                                                          Core Values

Celebrating our connection to Christ and each other

Harmony through the difference we make and the smiles we create

Recognizing the infinite worth of each person

Investing in ourselves, our energy, and our resources

Supporting the growth of the individual, the congregation, the community, and these relationships

Transforming through action, effort and commitment

Things to submit to the "Advocate" should be sent to office@ctkdelafield.org by the 20th of the month.

Pastor Jackie Cook

Office Coordinator - Maggie Thompson

Music Director - Maria Tyksinski

Pastoral Intern-Jenny Nettesheim