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Welcome to E-NEWS, the diocese of Milwaukee's weekly 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
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 We can help St. Dunstan's bring Packer Leroy Butler (retired) to Madison!
(From a letter by The Rev. Dr. Miranda Hassett, rector of St. Dunstan's, Madison) I'm writing to share some exciting news with you. Some of you may have heard that Jason Collins recently became the first NBA player to come out as gay. LeRoy Butler, a former Green Bay Packers star, sent a message of congratulations to Collins by way of Twitter. Butler had been scheduled to do an anti-bullying presentation at an unnamed church. That church pressured Butler to withdraw his support for Collins, and when he refused, they cancelled his appearance.
Like many Christian leaders, I saw that story go by and thought, "Oh, no - another story that will reinforce the widely-held public view that Christians are intolerant and exclusionary. I wish we could invite Butler to come speak here!" continued . . .
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Application available for parishes seeking diocesan financial assistance (due June 15)
From Peggy Bean, Bishop's Assistant for Congregational Development: The Commission on Mission and Development is tasked with working with congregations who are aided parishes, parishes facing serious difficulties or those who want to improve their leadership or ministry. The 2014 Application for Financial Assistance is now available. Please review the application and be sure to include the necessary documentation if applying. The due date is June 15, 2013. Even if you are not planning on applying for aid we still encourage you to take a look at the application and answer the questions with your vestry. It is a good way to assess how you are living into the mission God is calling your community to.
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*Events in parishes of the diocese
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L. Pawlowska
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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 expressionist 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. Special events will include a Russian Tea Room Experience on Sunday, June 2 from 2-4:30 pm. RSVP by May 31 to (414) 271-7719 Read more - see schedule of events  Used Book Sale at St. Mary's, Dousman June 5-8
St. Mary's 2013 used book sale offers a HUGE selection of adult and children's books. Most children's books are only 10 cents! Come support the sale and help St. Mary's retire the debt on their new church!
Wednesday, June 5: Noon-7PM
Thursday, June 6: 8AM-7PM
Friday, June 7: 8AM-7PM
Saturday, June 8: 8AM-Noon (books reduced to $3/bag)
Donations of books, CDs, and DVDs are welcomed up to June 3rd. Please call (262) 965-3924 or (262) 470-8750 or (262) 965-4104 for details.
Handcrafted Pottery Sale at St. Mary's, Dousman
 Lakeview Pottery has closed its business and St. Mary's, Dousman is fortunate to have their pottery for sale. Proceeds benefit the Church's Mission. Pottery will be on sale at St. Mary's (Hwys 18 & 67 in Dousman) during the Strawberry Fest, Used Book Sale, and at fall events. Call (262) 367-6564 or (414) 614-6564 for more information or see flyer.
Strawberry Fest at St. Mary's, Dousman
On Sunday, June 23 from 11AM - 3:30 PM St. Mary's, Dousman will hold its annual Strawberry Fest -- all proceeds benefit the Diocese of Milwaukee Haiti Project. The fest will feature Live Music by Matt Lawrenz' Jazz Combo, Haitian Crafts, strawberry pie, ice cream treats, shortcake, schaumtorte, rum cake, baked goods, chocolate covered strawberries, and strawberry jam. Take-out available.
 Rummage Sale at St. Thomas of Canterbury, Greendale
A "do it Yourself" Rummage Sale will take place at St. Thomas of Canterbury at 7255 West Grange Avenue, Greendale, WI 53129 on Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM. If interested in participating, please contact Kelly Scott at (414) 421-0130 or stoc@stocchurch.com .
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*Please send info on events in YOUR parish that would be of interest to the wider diocese to E-NEWS - we LOVE to receive photos, too!
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 Upcoming Ordinations in
the Diocese of Milwaukee
All members of the diocese are invited to attend the following ordination services and lend their support to those entering the ordained ministry of our Church.
If you are unable to attend, your prayers will be appreciated!
THE ORDINATION OF DEACONS
John Reese and Pickett Wall will be ordained by Bishop Miller on Saturday, June 15, at St. Paul's, Milwaukee at 10 AM
(Clergy: Red stoles)
THE ORDINATION OF A PRIEST
Dorota Pruski will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, June 29, at St. Andrew's, Madison at 11 AM
(Clergy: Red stoles)
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Celebration of New Ministry at St. James, West Bend
 The Wardens and Vestry of St. James Episcopal Church invite you to join them for a Celebration of New Ministry. The Right Reverend Steven Andrew Miller, Bishop of Milwaukee, will install Richard Edwin Craig, III, Anna Doherty, and Cathleen McCurry Milliken, as Clergy Associates on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 6:30 in the evening at St. James' Episcopal Church, 148 South 8th Street, West Bend, Wisconsin. Reception to follow. Clergy: White stoles |
 Does your church have debt?Does your church have debt? Come join other congregations in the diocese to learn strategies for debt reduction or debt retirement at September 14, 2013 workshop sponsored by the Episcopal Church Foundation at St. Aidan's, Hartford. CLICK for more info /registration.
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John Roberto
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"21st Century Formation in our Digital World" coming to Milwaukee July 23-25
Kevin Carroll, Dean of All Saints' Cathedral has created a GROUP and has already begun the diocesan group registration. If you want to go, there is still space - contact him immediately!
The Diocese has paid for our spaces up front so that we get the discount rate of $195 + $60 for meals each of the three days. Please send your checks to the Diocese of Milwaukee, Attn: Carla McCook, 804 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, 53202, Payable to Diocese of Milwaukee, Memo: 21st Century. Don't miss this chance to hear John Roberto speak! To read move about it go to the Vibrant Faith Ministries website or e-mail Carla McCook or Kevin Carroll .
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 Everyone is welcome at Barks at St. Mark's
At 8:30 AM on Sunday, June 9th, Father John Allen will be conducting a free Outdoor Dog Blessing, with a service at 9:00 AM, at St. Mark's Church in South Milwaukee.
Bring your best fluffy friend for a FREE dog blessing. After the blessing, enjoy complimentary picnic style food, fresh off the grill while you meet Fr. John Allen and the friendly folks of St. Mark's. There will also be opportunities to visit with representatives from great pet-friendly businesses.
Important! For everyone's safety and enjoyment, dogs must be up to date on their vaccinations, leashed & under your supervision & control at all times
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1314 East Rawson Avenue (East of Howell Avenue)
South Milwaukee, WI 53172 Phone: (414) 762-1772
More information
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 Women's Mini-week at Camp Lakotah Aug. 15-18, 2013
Thursday Dinner thru Sunday Brunch at Camp Lakotah, on Little Hills Lake, Wautoma, WI.
An annual retreat for women of all faiths and their friends, offering a time to relax, to learn, to discover, to bond, to have fun, to laugh, to be renewed-and to eat meals you don't have to plan and cook first!
Each woman can set her own length of stay and her own agenda. You can be involved in planned activities as much or as little as you choose, or bring your own resources for an individual retreat-whatever is right for you to be refreshed. Activities include beach and waterfront options, massages, nature & labyrinth walks, campfires, crafts, glee club & music, talent show, yoga & other fitness experiences, book discussions, Taize service & other Christian worship opportunities, delicious & healthy meals (with adjustments made for those with dietary restrictions), and much, much, more
Discover more details and download a brochure with registration form at: www.womensminiweek.com, or contact us: womensminiweek@gmail.com.
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Organist Needed!
St. Paul's Church Ashippun is looking for an organist to play at our weekly 10am Rite II Eucharist and other occasional events. Pay is commensurate with experience. St. Paul's Church is located a N982 HWY P, Oconomowoc Wisconsin, 53066. If interested, or if you have any questions, please contact Fr. Tom Holtzen by phone at 262.646.6524 or email at thomas.holtzen@gmail.com
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 Diocesan Mission Trip to Kentucky
Diocesan Mission Trip to Irvine, Kentucky, St. Timothy's Appalachian Ministries June 30-July 6. Cost: $375.00
Mission Team Meeting - Monday, June 3, 6:30PM
@ ST. Thomas of Canterbury, Greendale (7255 W Grange Ave Greendale, WI 53129, Phone: 414-421-0130) Please bring remaining forms and payments.
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Camp Webb 2013: Living the Adventure with Living Compass
Summer Camp is just around the corner! Camper registration is now CLOSED -- happily, we have a full complement of campers registered for this summer's session!
Camp Webb 2013will be held June 16th-21st for all age groups at Lutherdale Camp, Elkhorn, WI
N7891US Highway 12, Elkhorn, WI
CAMP WEBB OPEN HOUSE! Everyone is welcome!
Sunday, June 2nd 10am-2pm FREE!
Come and play, swim, get a lunch in the Camp Cafeteria - it's going to be a great day!
Applications for Camp Webb STAFF are still being accepted!
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Madison-Area  Julian Gathering
Julian Gathering
June 19, 7:15 - 9:00 PM (Note change to third Wednesday due to JulianFest previous week)
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church
6205 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
St. Julian of Norwich: 14th Century feminist? 14th Century heretic? No, although a reader might at first think so. 14th Century psychologist? Sort of . . . she understood the human heart and, through her sixteen revelations of Jesus, she understood the heart of God. Thomas Merton called her "the greatest theologian for our time." Come to one of our monthly meetings and find out why -- and learn about contemplative prayer. We'd love to see you. For more information, contact Susan Fiore at slfiore@mac.com or call (608) 845-2413.
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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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