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Michaelmas Faire at

All Saints' Cathedral, Milwaukee

It is September, 1370 and the villagers are abuzz with excitement. Soon the town square will be ringed with merchants. The Lord of the manor will be bringing his share of the crops to store in the tithing barns in order to feed the poor during the long winter ahead. There will be food for sale. More than that, there will be entertainers -- fools, musicians, puppeteers. There will be visitors and travelers, perhaps a wandering friar, a nun or a knight recently back from the French wars. There will even be a parade. Most of all there will be worship -- the medieval version of Matins in the Cathedral. All of this in honor of St. Michael and All Angels. It is, after all, Michaelmas!

After many years absence we are once again planning our Second Annual Michaelmas Faire for Saturday, September 26th on the Cathedral grounds at 804 East Juneau Avenue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We'd appreciate your help in publicizing our Faire by posting the enclosed posters or sharing copies with parishioners in upcoming newsletters or Sunday bulletins.

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(L-R: The Rt. Rev. Roger J. White, retired Bishop of Milwaukee; The Rt. Rev. Steven A. Miller, Bishop of Milwaukee; and The Rt. Rev. Russell E. Jacobus, Bishop of Fond du Lac at the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Bishop White's consecration)

A Diocesan Celebration

Over 100 clergy and lay people gathered on September 8th in Racine, Wisconsin at The DeKoven Center to join in celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of The Rt. Rev. Roger J. White's consecration to the episcopate. Following the celebration of the Eucharist in St. John's Chapel, a buffet luncheon was served in "The Bishop's Garden", part of the The DeKoven Center's beautiful grounds. The celebration was hosted by The Rt. Rev. Steven & Mrs. Cindy Miller and the Diocese of Milwaukee.

Whole Health and
Wellness Fair at

St. Luke's, Milwaukee on October 3rd

St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located at 3200 S. Herman Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, will host the Whole Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 3rd from 10am to 3pm. This event will focus on many aspects of health, including health of the mind, body and spirit. There will be information on massage, screening for various health conditions, memory, spirituality, nutrition and health issues which affect all ages. There will also be fun activities for kids and the event is free and open to the public. Call 414-744-3736 for more details.

Please Share Your Photos!
Wisconsin is a beautiful state! Please send us photos that show off the beauty of the diocese's towns, cities, recreation spots and countryside! Going hiking? Biking? Bring your camera along! Photos will be used on the diocesan website, among other uses! Your help will be appreciated. E-MAIL PHOTOS to worzalla@diomil.org . Thank you for your help with this!

Fruit of the Vine . . .

(by Isral DeBruit, reprinted from Wauwatosa NOW)

"In vino veritas," quoted the Rev. Steven Peay, senior minister at First Congregational Church of Wauwatosa. It's an old Latin proverb that means, "In wine there is wisdom."
That's not to discount beer. Peay said Martin Luther preferred theological discussion over a cold one - er, stein.
In that same tradition, Peay has joined the Rev. Gary Manning, rector at Trinity Episcopal Church, in offering spiritual dialogue to all comers at Village wine bar Vino 100, 1442 Underwood Ave.
Click to read full article

Organist/Choir Director position available at
St. Dunstan's, Madison

St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church is a congregation focusing on worship, spiritual formation, and outreach is looking for a � time Organist/Choir Director. Duties include: musician for Sunday morning worship, leading choir and rehearsals, being a part of a team planning of liturgical worship, & selection of music. A full description of duties and application is available by contacting the Rev. Bob Lambert at 608-238-2781 or rector@stdunstan's.com.

Happening at

The DeKoven Center

600 - 21st Avenue

Racine, WI

262-633-6401 or e-mail jpeyton@dekovencenter.org

"Befriending Your Shadow"
with The Reverend Gary Manning

September 20-22, 2009. DeKoven's Fall Conference (Sunday afternoon - Tuesday Noon)
This conference will be an intriguing experience for anyone daring enough to begin the journey. Father Manning, rector of Trinity Church, Wauwatosa, will bring his own studies in Jungian psychology to this exploration of the perennial mystery of personal identity and what constitutes the human self. Jung's archetypal imagery and his "eight mental functions" will help participants understand themselves a little better, who they are and who they are becoming - an opportunity not to be missed!
Suggested donation: $200 Partial Scholarships and Commuter Rate available
For reservation, email Djorgensen@dekovencenter.org
For information, email Kclark@dekovencenter.org

Journey to Adulthood Training

Friday and Saturday, October 2-3, 2009

St. Mark's, Milwaukee

2616 N. Hackett Avenue, Milwaukee, WI

Friday, October 2, 7:00-8:30pm
An evening session, open to parents, youth leaders, vestry members, and anyone seeking to strengthen youth programming within the parish. This session will give an overview of Journey to Adulthood (J2A)~ a parish program of spiritual formation for youth. Topics covered include some of the theological and developmental theories that support J2A. Coffee and dessert will be provided.

Saturday, October 3, 9:00am-3:00pm
Saturday brings a full day of training for adult leaders (current leaders and new leaders) of the Journey to Adulthood, as well as anyone exploring the possibility of starting a J2A program in your own parish. Saturday's agenda includes an overview of the entire program, then look at each of the three units; Rite 13, "J2A", and Young Adults in Church in greater detail. We will discuss practical, hands-on suggestions for lesson plans and youth activities, including Sunday mornings sessions, mission trips & Pilgrimage, leadership recruitment and training, parental support, and the many resources and opportunities available in this remarkable program.

A fee of $15 per person covers training materials and lunch. To register, contact Stacy Roller, Parish Administrator, at (414)962-0500 or stmarks_mke@sbcglobal.net. Please join us! All are welcome.

The Rev. April Berends (Rector)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
2618 N. Hackett Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 962-0500
www.stmarksmilwaukee.org

Forum on Domestic Violence

Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Wisconsin Dells is hosting the South Central Wisconsin Christian Faith Communities Forum on Domestic Violence on Tues Sept. 29, 2009 from 8:30-4:30 PM. This is presented by Hope House of South Central Wisconsin. Speakers include a survivor, Bonnie Hill, authority on abusers, Dr. Darald Hanusa, Hope House Community Education Coordinator, Jess Ritschke, and the Rev Joanne Skidmore on Cultivating Compassion. There will then be a panel of various service providers. The forum is intended for clergy, lay leaders, parish nurses, directors of religious ed., and anyone looking to learn more about domestic violence from a Christian faith perspective. There is a $15.00 registration fee before Sept 15th, $20.00 late registration fee. Registration can be made by contacting Hope House c/o Jess Ritschke, 910 8th Ave. Baraboo, WI 53913 (608) 356-9123.
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"Make us One with Christ"

On Sunday Oct 4th at 10:30 AM Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Wisconsin Dells will be having a joint service with the Dells-Delton United Methodist Church with whom we share a building. This will be to kick off a four or five session study by both congregations based on "Make us One with Christ" Study Guide prepared by the offices of Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations of The Episcopal Church and the General Commission on Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns of the United Methodist Church prepared by the Rev. Thomas Ferguson, Ph.D. and The Rev. W. Douglas Mills, Ph.D.

The Rev Tom Ferguson, interim chaplain at St Francis House, will be with us and preach on that Sunday morning. We will also have the Rev Ed Johnson, retired Elder from the Wisconsin Conference of the United Methodist Church who has worked on ecumenical affairs on the local and national level of the United Methodist Church. Following the service there will be a pot-luck lunch and a panel discussion with the Revs Ferguson and Johnson. All are welcome to come. Follow up sessions will be on Oct. 8, 22, Nov 5 and 12 starting each night at 6:30pm. For further information please contact The Reverend Joan Smoke at Holy Cross in Wisconsin Dells (608)254-8623 or holycrosswd@verizon.net .

SENIOR HIGH ECUMENICAL YOUTH CONVO
Register atwww.wiconvo.org immediately for discount!
We will bring together senior high students from all across Wisconsin and from all denominations for a weekend of faith and fellowship centered on the theme:
Imagine a World Where We
                                                  Hear No Evil
                                                  See No Evil
                                                  Speak No Evil

How can we use what unites us to make a difference in the world around us?
Together we will discover how to become agents of change in our world -- in our schools, churches, and communities.
With music from the Robbie Seay Band, Speaker Chris Lahr, and comedy from the Jersey Guyz.

WHEN
Friday, November 13, 2009 5:00 PM through Sunday, November 15, 2009 3:00 PM

WHERE
Chula Vista Resort
4031 River Rd
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

FEES
Program Ticket: $50 if registered by Aug. 31st
$60 if registered by October 26th
$75 after October 26th
In case of cancellations, churches are still responsible for 50% of the registration fee. No refunds after October 26th.
Meals: $40 Optional Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner on Saturday, and Breakfast on Sunday
Register for program tickets and meals at www.wiconvo.org .

Book accommodations with the Chula Vista directly at: 1-800-388-4782.
Mention our room block "Senior High Convo."
Hotel: $100/room/night, room holds up to 6 people (2 Queens & 1 Queen Sofa Sleeper), or
$300/room/night for a 3 Bedroom, condo room holds approx. 12 people with full kitchen and living space.
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Wisconsin Council of Churches
750 Windsor St. Ste 301
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Phone (608) 837-3108
Fax (608) 837-3038
wcoc@wichurches.org
www.wichurches.org

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See you next week!

Sincerely,

Barb

Barbara Klauber
Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee