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Welcome to E-NEWS, the diocese of Milwaukee's weeky electronic newsletter. If you are not already a subscriber or wish to add or change e-mail addresses, please click on the "Join Our Mailing List" icon. We invite you to send articles, photos, and news to info@diomil.org so that we may include them in the E-NEWS. Thank you!
Barbara Klauber, Editor |
 St. James, Milwaukee welcomes new priest-in-charge, The Rev. Drew Bunting
adapted from information on the parish website www.stjamesmilwaukee.org
St. James' is pleased to announce that The Rev. Drew Bunting began serving as their new Priest-In-Charge effective March 18.
After completing his Master of Divinity at Yale, Drew served parishes in Miami and Washington, D.C. before moving to Milwaukee with his wife April, the rector at St. Mark's on the East Side. They have a two year old son, Elijah, and their next son is due this month. Most recently Drew was the Priest-In-Charge at Resurrection Church in Mukwonago.
Drew's position at St. James' will be half-time; outside of his work at St. James', he is a full-time dad and husband, a part-time student at Marquette, and a passionate amateur musician. Drew wants everyone to know that he is truly excited to serve as the priest at St. James'.
The paish welcomes Drew Bunting to their community, giving thanks to God for his faithfulness during their transition. |
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Door to Paradise
by Ludmila Pawlowska |
ICONS in Transformation
All Saints' Episcopal Cathedral (located at 818 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202) is sponsoring a two-month run of "Icons in Transformation", a stunning international art show by acclaimed abstract expressionsit Ludmila Pawlowska. The show has toured in European and British cathedrals, as well as in cathedrals and churches in the USA, earning rave reviews. It will be at all Saints' from April 12 - June 9, 2013.
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 Goodbye and Hello to The Rev. Deacon Terry Garner
After 26 years of diaconal service (and several years as a lay person before that), Terry Garner is moving from St. James', Milwaukee, to St. Boniface, Mequon. Terry's impact at St. James' has been immeasurable. He has been an agent of hospitality, a voice for the marginalized, a leader in formation, and much more, and we will miss him dearly. St. Boniface is blessed to have such a faithful deacon.
Terry's last Sunday at St. James' is April 21st. His ministry has affected people all over the diocese, and everyone in the diocese is invited to join us on the 21st at 10:00 a.m. for a celebration of his ministry at St. James'. We want to send him to St. Boniface in style, so please join us!
St. James' Episcopal Church
833 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233
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Christian Formation News & Updates
 CAMP WEBB: June 16-21, 2013 - LIVING the ADVENTURE!
Registrations, as of March 13th, are 16 campers. This is a good start; but we need to fill our camp this summer (total of campers needs to be 40). We are only 1/3 of the way to our total and we're already into March.
After last summers' low numbers, the Executive Council made the decision that if Camp Webb does not fill in the summer of 2013, then 2013 will be the last year for Camp Webb. If you have a son or daughter, or grandchildren aging from rising 3rd graders to 12th graders (fall of 2013) we hope they will join us for camp.
For more information visit our diocesan website at http://www.diomil.org/ministries/christian-formation/camp-webb/ . Scholarships are still available.
DEACON'S SCHOOL OF FORMATION
Deacon's School of Formation OPENS September 13, 2013 for our first weekend of classes. Changes to the New School include:
- New Time and Place for Meeting
- New Emphasis on the Practice of Ministry
- Ordained Deacons may return for continuing education and formation
One weekend a month (10 months) September thru June the School for Formation meets. Weekends begin on Friday evenings at 8:30PM and end Sunday afternoon at 4:00PM. All weekends held at the DeKoven Center, Racine. All postulants for Holy Orders to the Diaconal Ministry may begin this September. A new emphasis in the school is on the practicum of ministry in all academic areas. Deacons may come for continuing education and formation, for part of the weekend, for one class, or for the full weekends. Continuing education is on an "a la carte" payment plan. Due to the cost of staying overnights and meals, tuition for postulants has increased considerably. If a parish or individual would like to sponsor or send financial aid for our students your gift would be most appreciated. You may send a check to the Diocese of Milwaukee, c/o Deacon's School for Formation, 804 E. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202, Memo Line: Deacon School. More information may be found on the diocesan website, www.diomil.org . |
 Grace Church, Madison seeks Part-time Church Accountant
PURPOSE AND PRIMARY FOCUS OF THE POSITION: The Church Accountant is responsible for the execution of the financial functions and operations of the church as it relates to supplying accounting and payroll-related services, establishing sound financial procedures, and monitoring church finances, insurance, and budget incomes and expenditures.
SCOPE OF THE POSITION: Grace Episcopal Church has been on the Capitol Square in Madison for 150 years. The 300 plus parishioners come from throughout Dane County. The operating budget of over $500,000 supports a staff of 9 positions.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Continuing part-time -- 25 hours per week with benefits.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
AA Degree in Accounting
1-2 years of Professional Experience
Experience with fund accounting
Preferred Education and Experience
BA Degree in Accounting
3-5 years of Professional Experience
Professional experience in a church or nonprofit organization
COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate: $18-$25 based on qualifications
Beneifts: Health and Dental Insurance plus Vacation and Sick Leave
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Visit Grace Church Website at: http://www.graceec.org
To request a complete position description send an e-mail message to: gracechurchmadison@charter.net
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: gracechurchmadison@charter.net
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Be our guest
You are invited to a Teaparty
Tea at Trinity
2:00 - 4:00 pm on Sunday, April 25th
Tea, conversation, homemade scones, clotted cream
Cornish teacakes, cookies, Cornish teabiscuits and more!
No charge - all are welcome
Trinity Episcopal Church
403 High Street
Mineral Point, Wisconsin 53565
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Join the Altar Guild Adventure
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All Saints' Chapel - Elkhart Lake |
The Eleventh Altar Guild Adventure
May 29, 2013 starting at 8:30 am at St. Aidan's, Hartford
Branchin' out - goin' Up North! The Eleventh Altar Guild Adventure will visit the Diocese of Fond du Lac's cathedral, St. Paul's, as well as Grace Episcopal Church in Sheboygan. You won't want to miss the special stop at All Saints' Chapel near Elkhart Lake, a charming church in the woods! A visit to St. Simon the Fisherman in the Diocese of Milwaukee at Port Washington will round out the church tours. Gardeners and those who love gardens will enjoy the Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan. Designed for children and all those who love books, the gardens are amazing! We will have lunch at Grace, Sheboygan, rather than at the pub originally mentioned in flyers for the 2013 Altar Guild Adventure.
Lunch and the bus are included in the registration cost of $50.00.
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Madison-Area  Julian Gathering
Wednesday, May 8, 7:15 - 9:00 PM
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church
6205 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
Julian of Norwich, ca.1342 - 1416, lived in terrible times: the Black Death (bubonic plague) and repeated famines ravaged the English population; Lollards (then considered heretics) were burned at the stake just outside Norwich; the Hundred Years War with France, the Peasants' Revolt in 1381 and other civil strife meant continual warfare and conflict. Many people and even the Church believed that God was punishing them. How could anyone who lived at the time believe in the unconditional love of God?
"In a medieval church which emphasized God's condemning wrath, Julian wrote, 'There is no wrath in God....It is the most impossible thing that can be that God would be angry, for wrath and friendship are two opposites.'" (from the Order of Julian of Norwich's website: http://www.orderofjulian.org/julian_of_norwich.html
Join us in reading and discussing Julian's "Revelations of Divine Love" and practicing contemplative prayer together. Brief guidance on contemplative prayer will be offered for newcomers. Our next meeting is May 8 For more information, contact Susan Fiore, AOJN: slfiore@mac.com ; (608) 845-2413
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CREATING FOR A CAUSE
episcopal service corps/mke
CREATING FOR A CAUSE, an initiative of the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee, has been approved to become a member of the national Episcopal Service Corps network.
The unique mission of CREATING FOR A CAUSE is to provide a collaboration between Milwaukee area non-profits and creative young adults seeking a service internship experience working on social justice communication projects. The program matches Intern talents with partner non-profit communication needs. Six Interns will live in an Intentional Community at St. Luke's Episcopal Church rectory in the Bayview neighborhood. It has long been the dream of Bishop Steven Miller to establish an Episcopal Service Corps in Milwaukee.
Amy Clark is the Program Director and developed the concept of the program. She is a documentary photographer and filmmaker. Amy is active with her family: two college age daughters and young son.
For additional information please contact Amy Clark at 414-588-6466 or
aclark@diomil.org
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - to apply click HERE or go to
www.episcopalservicecorps.org/apply |
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. . . The Adventure Begins
Monday, June 24, 2013
through Thursday, June 27, 2013
Be part of the safari crew as we celebrate and worship God through song, play and praise! Children from ALL parishes in the diocese are WELCOME to attend! Questions? Contact Gayle Radavich at gradavich@hotmail.com or 414-418-4717
To register,contact:
Vacation Bible School at
St. Thomas of Canterbury
414-421-0130
7255 W. Grange Ave
www.stocchchurch.com
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St. Matthew's, Kenosha honors The Rev. Gary Lambert on his retirement
On Sunday, April 21st, St. Matthew's, Kenosha will be honoring The Rev. Gary Lambert on the occasion of his retirement with a celebratory Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. followed by a luncheon / reception. All are welcome!
If you plan to attend, please rsvp b
no later than April 10th to St. Matthew's at
St. Matthew's is located at:
5900 Seventh Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53140
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Commission on Ministry - important dates
Please note the following important dates set by the Commission on Ministry for anybody in ministry discernment, the ordination process, or anybody considering a move in that direction.
MONDAY, APRIL 29th, 10am-2pm: Ordination Interviews with COM and Standing Committee, St. Mary's, Dousman
THURSDAY, MAY 23rd, 5-8:30 pm: Candidacy Interviews with COM and Standing Committee, St. Mary's, Dousman
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th, 7-9 pm: Informational Meeting for those initially inquiring about discernment, St. Dunstan's Middleton OR Trinity Wauwatosa. Please go to whichever meeting location is closest.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 7-9 pm: Parish Ministry Discernment Committee (PMDC) training, St. Dunstan's, Middleton OR Trinity Wauwatosa. Please go to whichever meeting location is closest.
OCTOBER 18th: This is the Friday before Diocesan Convention and tentatively set for anybody requiring aninterview who is on track for a December diaconal ordination. This meeting date with both COM and SC will be in Milwaukee.
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8-9, 6pm Friday through 3 pm Saturday: Ministry Discernment Weekend (MDW) & Postulancy Interviews. Location TBA, but will be in the general Madison area.
Please consult the Discernment Manual on the diocesan website for all information pertaining to the ordination process, paying particular attention to the pertinent checklists. Most of your questions can be answered there. All paperwork and deadlines are the responsibility of the person in process, not the COM or SC. Please keep copies of all paperwork and materials submitted to Nicholson House. In order to facilitate our planning, please e-mail COM President if you plan on attending the informational meeting or other events. If you have any further questions, please e-mail Fr. Scott Seefeldt at skotallen@yahoo.com. |
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What in the World are you doing?
A Note from the Diocese of Milwaukee
Commission on Global Reconciliation
Each year our diocese allocates 0.7% of the diocesan budget to support work done to achieve MDGs by parishes and entities within the diocese.
Eight Goals
- Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
- Achieve universal primary education
- Promote gender equality and empower women
- Reduce child mortality
- Improve maternal health
- Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases
- Develop a global partnership for development
- Ensure environmental sustainability
Last year, contributions from our diocese were sent to 2 projects that are supported by congregations within our diocese:
A program at St. Mary's Cathedral, Newala in which the church leaders trained last year will conduct public meetings throughout the diocese for education about HIV/AIDS and diagnosis. The request includes funds for refresher training, public meetings and transportation, and diagnostic equipment. Project proposed by All Saints Cathedral, Milwaukee.
A program at St. Francis Anglican Church, Johannesburg, South Africa to develop and pilot a faith-based 12 month support system for young women (15-24) who are HIV positive, pregnant and vulnerable, in order to ensure the good health of the baby and mother and to break the cycle of deprivation. Project proposed by St. Dunstan's, Madison.
It's time again to consider distribution of the 0.7% to projects that work toward the achievement of the MDGs. For more information, please see our Letter to Parishes on the Diocesan website or contact: Deacon Carol Smith at (608) 230-6888 or csmith@carthage.edu . |
 National Episcopal Health Ministries Conference
This year's National Episcopal Health Ministries (NEHM) Conference will feature two speakers well known to many in the Diocese of Milwaukee: The Rev. Amy Richter (formerly rector at St. Paul's, Milwaukee) and The Rev. Scott Stoner (Executive Director of Samaritan Family Wellness Center in Milwaukee).
The conference takes place May 9-11 in Linthicum Heights, Maryland. For details and schedule see conference brochure . Click HERE to register on-line. |
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The Mecan River Ramblers |
Bluegrass Concert
at St. Francis, Memononee Falls
Come for an evening of great music and fun on Saturday, April 20th at 7 pm. The concert takes place at St. Francis, Menomonee Falls at N84 W16525 Menomonee Avenue, Menomonee Falls 53052
The Mecan River Ramblers is Southeast Wisconsin's premier bluegrass band. Adults/$10, children under 10/free. $2 off with donation of a non-perishable food item for the Menomonee Falls Food Pantry. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase during intermission. Get a taste of the Ramblers' music at their website: www.mecanriverramblers.com . |
One more time . . . THANK YOU for forwarding this newsletter to parishioners and others who may be interested and for sending YOUR news/events / photos to info@diomil.org ! See you next week! Sincerely, Barb
Barbara Klauber
Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee
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