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Ten Money Myths
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An Online Book Study
with Author
Steve Clapp
UPDATE
Steve Clapp will be hosting a workshop on April 29 at the Wisconsin Conference on Personal Finances. More information to follow | |
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Making Sense of Lent | |
Prepare for Easter by signing up to receive our daily devotions written by
Wisconsin Conference Pastors and Laity
- Soul Search
- Repent
- Reflect
- Rededicate Yourself
"Making Sense of Lent" daily devotions |
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Events
New Church Planter Discernment Workshop February 25, 2011
Turn Around Church Weekend
February 26-27, 2011
Annual Meeting 2011
June 10-12, 2011
GLAUCE Fall Event
Fall 2011 - Date TBA
For a complete listing of our events and committee meetings, please see our calendar.
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| General Synod 2011 |  |
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Resolutions When Making Resolutions |  | |
Thanks Pastors Andrew Warner and Bridget Flad
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| Wisconsin Conference Life |
Conference Minister's Message | |
Greetings!
Blessings and much joy to you in this New Year, fresh with hope in the birth of God's love in Christ and fresh with days to share thanks and praise for all God's wonderful gifts.
You have probably heard about the ecumenical and international partnerships that tie the Wisconsin Conference to churches in Germany, Honduras, England, Mexico, and Brazil. You may wonder about the value of these partnerships and question what role they play in today's world. I simply want to share with you the following excerpts from a Christmas email from one of our guests from Germany who was part of the Gospel Choir from Eberswalde (north of Berlin) who visited and toured in Wisconsin in October. It expresses the power of these experiences better than anything I could ever say:
 I am sitting in front of our Christmas tree. We had a nice dinner together.... The kids and ladies have got their presents and my son played some classical guitar Christmas songs. It is indeed a blessed feast. All my wishes to you and all the best for the coming year and many to follow.
Reflecting back to my journey to the States, singing together with you and worshiping the lord of Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Mohamed I am deeply thankful, that I could participate in this inspiring event. How much the world would be more peaceful, if all mankind would recognize that we all are sons of Adam and that we all praise the Lord in one way or the other. My gratitude to have been part in all this cannot be said in any imaginable words.
Moreover you know that I also am of Arab origin. Your kindness and unbelievable hospitality has eradicated all prejudices I had built up against Americans. I know that much mischief is going on in political and military scale, but you all... have shown me another face of your country and culture I never ever heard of, except of my mum, who kept telling me that the Americans are a deep religious and generous folk. She passed away some years ago. I would love to tell her, that she had been so right.
In peace love and harmony and prayers for global understanding and love I wish you all a Merry Christmas and happy new coming year.
It is not possible to tell when cross-cultural exchange experiences will have an impact like this one. This gracious note gives foundation to the scriptures (Hebrews 13:2) that tell us: Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares."
Many blessings,
David Moyer, Conference Minister |
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UCCOSSN Annual Meeting - April 28-May 1 | 
We are the Office Support Staff from local churches, conferences and national agencies and instrumentalities. We are the supporting hands of the on-going ministries of the United Church of Christ.
2011 Annual Meeting
"Go Tell It On the Mountains" April 28, 2011 - May 1, 2011
Hosted by: First Church of Christ, Congregational, UCC North Conway, NH |
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Moon Beach Names New Year Round Staff |
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Tiffany Ludwig has been named the Office Manager at Moon Beach. She has lived in the Eagle River area most of her life, has been happily married to husband Joel for 22 years, and has two wonderful daughters - Sarah (18) and Jennah (13). Tiffany enjoys family time, any activity her girls are involved in, cooking, reading, and photography.
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Nick Nameth |
After 5 years on the Moon Beach summer staff, and a few years work
ing in Florida, Nick Nameth has been named the Moon Beach Acting Facilities Manager. Nick was born in Milwaukee, grew up in Elcho, and most recently lived in Ft. Myers, FL with his sister Carrie. He enjoys applying his mechanical, electrical, and maintenance skills to the glory of God and the Moon Beach Campers. When not working, Nick pursues his interests in computers, construction, sports, and all things mechanical.
Please join us in welcoming Tiffany and Nick to the Moon Beach Family. |
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Church Helps Hoarder Get Her Home Back |
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By Lauren Leamanczyk, Today's Milwaukee 4
MILWAUKEE - When you walk into Cee's condo, your first dilemma is where to stand. Every inch is covered with piles of art supplies,  crafting projects and other knick knacks.
Cee does not want us to share her full name, but did invite us into her home. The city has turned off the water and heat and padlocked the door because Cee's condo has been determined to be uninhabitable and a fire hazard.
Read the entire article |
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Bright Stars of Bethlehem Invite You to Meet Online | |
Watch The Video
 Bright Stars of Bethlehem is a partnership between the Southwest Association of the Wisconsin Conference and the Christmas Lutheran Church in Bethlehem which began in 2003. Their pastor, Rev. Mitri Raheb, was the featured speaker at a workshop prior to Annual Meeting in 2009.The goals of the partnership are to increase awareness of Palestinian Christians, pray for and support the Lutheran church in Bethlehem and offer opportunities to travel to the Holy Land and meet people whose lives are affected by the ministry of the church.
This Bethlehem partnership has been an important vehicle to help us understand the global nature of faith. The Wisconsin Conference would like to widen the circle by inviting others to an online exploration and association.
We invite you to join us for four Wednesday afternoon meetings at 1:30 p.m., held online through WebEx. February 16, March 2, 16, 30.
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Turn Around Church Weekend - Space Still Available! |
 A workshop for congregations who are ready to move toward revitalization and renewal. Led by Jim Griffith and Paul Nickerson.
You will learn how to identify the mission field in your community and start new ministries to connect with new people. This is a hands on workshop designed to lead to back home action. Your church will benefit from this workshop if you have already recognized the need to take steps that could lead to a different future for your congregation. Churches must attend the event as a team made up of the pastor, other key staff, and at least three lay leaders. The entire team must commit to being present for the whole weekend. Participants will be offered the opportunity for ongoing coaching with Paul Nickerson after the workshop. More information will be available at the event on the coaching cluster package, available for an additional fee.
Workshop Cost: $500 for up to 5 team members, and $70 for each additional person. This includes program registration, materials, 2 snacks and 2 lunches. Additional meals and lodging are not included.
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Conference Books Close January 14 |
 To have your church's donations counted in 2010, they need to arrive at the Conference office no later than January 14, 2011. Please call the Conference office at 608.846.7880 if you have extenuating circumstances. |
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New Church Planter Discernment Workshop with
Paul Nickerson at the Wisconsin Conference | | Friday, February 25, 2011 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Registration at 8:30
For leaders considering a new church start!
Is new church planting for me?
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Across the United Church of Christ, there is increasing interest in starting new churches. To accomodate those considering a call to do so, these discernment retreats are offered with the goal of developing a pool of clergy and lay persons who are ready to respond to a call for new church start ministry.
In this workshop:
- Gain greater clarity around how God has wired you.
- Understand leadership style.
- Learn the questions to ask to clarify your call to consider a new church start.
- Align your call, vision and behaviors to starting a church.
- If not church planting, then what?
Event Flyer (includes registration information)
Sponsored by the Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa Conferences of the United Church of Christ.
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Sincerely,
Wisconsin Conference United Church of Christ |
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