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| Upcoming Events |
Women's Lenten Retreat
March 22, 2014
Holy Wisdom Monastery, Madison
Acolyte Festival
April 5, 2014, Grace, Madison
Camp Webb 2014
Camp Staff Week June 15 -20, 2014
Camp Webb Camp Week
June 22-27, 2014
E.Y.E. 2014
July 9-13, 2014
Philadelphia, PA
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Camp Webb - An Outdoor Formation Ministry of the Diocese of Milwaukee
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Camp Webb 2014
June 15-21, 2014 - Staff Week
June 22-27, 2014 Campers' Week
Registration Begins December 15, 2013!
For more information go to http://www.diomil.org/ministries/christian-formation/camp-webb/
Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/CampWebbWisconsin?ref=hl
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If you are looking for ideas, curricula, books or videos, please visit our Resource Center which is located at 804 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee.
If you would like more information or if you would like to check out any materials, please let us know! Rev. Carla McCook is the Resource Center Coordinator and you can find her at mccook@diomil.org .
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E.Y.E. 2014: EPISCOPAL YOUTH EVENT JULY 9-13, 2014!
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 Episcopal Youth Event 2014!
July 9 - 13, 2014
Fly out of Milwaukee July 9th
Return home evening flight on July 13th Staying at The Villanova University, Philadelphia, PA
What is E.Y.E. '14?
E.Y.E. is Episcopal Youth Event 2014. E.Y.E. is held every three (3) years for the gathering of Episcopal high school youth. It is five (5) days of Episcopal youth, from all over the Episcopal Church International, coming together, to learn and share faith journeys with lay adults, clergy and bishops, being empowered and equipped to Christ's disciples in the world.
We have our Team! Rev. Kenny Miller (St. Boniface, Mequon), Rev. Oscar Rozo (St. Luke's, Whitewater), Patrick Carroll (All Saints', Milwaukee), Mark and Kevin Daane (Trinity, Janesville), Ethan Kallas (St. Andrew, Monroe), Matthew Luettgen (St. Thomas of Canterbury, Greendale), and Sean McCook (St. Matthias, Waukesha). Please keep our E.Y.E. adults and teens in your prayers as they prepare for their trip, during their trip dates (July 9-13) and even on return home that what they've taken from the experience transforms each of them and the places they return to. How can I help support a Youth to go to EYE? We need individuals' and congregations' support. If you would like to help our team get to Philadelphia, send your checks, payable to Diocese of Milwaukee; Memo line: EYE, Attn: Rev. Carla McCook, 804 E. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Thank you for your generous support!
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Women's Third Annual Lenten Retreat, March 22, 2014
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 SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2014 with AUTHOR JUNE G. PAUL, SPEAKERSpend the day with other women in retreat on this beautiful campus with acres of retreat spaces. June will lead us in discovery and discussion on how we may draw wisdom and spiritual direction through praying as our Lord Christ taught us to pray. Cost is $45.00 and space is limited to 30 participants. To register go online to http://www.diomil.org/forming-disciples/womens-lenten-retreat/ and send check for $45.00, Payable to Diocese of Milwaukee, Memo Line: Women's Retreat, Attn: Rev. Carla McCook, 804 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
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Ridiculously Awesome Acolyte Festival of the Diocese of Milwaukee 2014!
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 THE RIDICULOUSLY
AWESOME ACOLYTE FESTIVAL 2014
Saturday, April 5, 2014, 10am - 4pm, Grace Church 116 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI Check in begins at 9:30am
Q: "Who is invited?" A: Do they acolyte at your church? Would they like to? This is for them! The day includes sessions for Children, Youth and Adults.
Registration cost ($17 before March 1; $25 after March 1) includes a t-shirt, lunch, and a photo -op with Bucky Badger! Scholarships available. Registration OPENS JANUARY 15, 2014. Register ONLINE at http://www.diomil.org/forming-disciples/lifelong-christian-formation/youth/ Send check payable to the Diocese of Milwaukee, Memo: Acolyte Festival, Attn: Rev. Carla McCook, 804 E. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Featuring Invited Speakers: Rev. Tom Warren, Diocese of North Carolina, Rev. Dr. Jonathan Grieser, Diocese of Milwuakee, Guest Musician Mr. Bryce Boddie, Diocese of West Texas, and Madison's own, Bucky Badger!
Individuals and Congregations can give to support this event.
Give the Torch Bearer Level....$50 Give the Crucifer Level...$100 Give the Bucky Badger Level...$200 Thank you to the many congregations and individuals that have contributed already.
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Deacons' Formation School
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January 14, 2014 - A Letter from Bill Dunlop, Postulant in the discernment process and student at D.F.S.
It has been over a year since I had been accepted as a postulant for the vocational diaconate. For the past four months Cliff Perkins from Good Shepherd in Sun Prairie and I have traveled over to the DeKoven Center in Racine early on Saturday morning to our deacon training sessions in all sorts of weather. The drive has been well worth it. The sessions are informative and taught by instructors who make each one of the subjects come alive. We have completed five of the courses and are coming to the close of others soon. The opportunity to lead each of the offices and serve in the Eucharist in our future roles has developed confidence as I begin to expand my ministries. The diocese and the team who have developed the curriculum and attracted the instructors have done a great job.
I have continued to preach and increase my roles at St. Andrews as part of my preparations for the diaconate. I also continue to be active in the ministries which I am most passionate: youth, young families and the men's group. I will be starting my second and last year as senior warden. This has been an especially busy time with the parish working on a Mutual Ministry Review, beginning a campus and facility planning study, and preparing for Father Andy's sabbatical.
I am continuing to search for a clinical pastoral training site in an area related to youth. This has turned out to be a difficult process and I may need to look in another area of ministry for this experience. I have begun my internship at St. Andrews but plan to complete it at another parish in the area, hopefully in the setting of a smaller community near Madison. I have also accepted an invitation to join the Lifelong Christian Formation Commission for the diocese.
I continue with my secular work. I have recently been asked to chair the Diversity Committee of the local chapter of the American Public Works Association. I have been active on that committee for the past few years and welcome the opportunity to chair it. I will be finishing up a committee chair position with another organization where we have repaired a relationship with the agency we were supposed to interact with.
The training and discernment process continues to be a spiritually moving process and a time of change for me.
I would like to thank each of you and the diocese for your continued support of me and my discernment.
Peace,
Bill Dunlop
D.F.S. meets one weekend a month, September through June for an academic year. We are having a terrific first year and already looking ahead to our second year 2014-2015. Vocational Deacons are encouraged to enroll for continuing education credits. You can find the Course Booklet and Academic Schedule on the diocesan website: http://www.diomil.org/forming-disciples/lifelong-christian-formation/deacons-formation-school/
If you would like to support the school & our fantastic students you may send your financial gift to Diocese of Milwaukee: Memo: DFS, 804 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
Thank you for your continued prayers for our students and faculty.
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Camp Webb - Staff Application Time!
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Camp Webb 2014 Now Hiring Summer Staff!
We are currently accepting staff applications from returning staff and new staff applicants. Staff application forms are on our diocesan website at http://www.diomil.org/forming-disciples/camp-webb/
We are hiring male and female Head- staff counselors, Cabin - counselors, and Counselors-In-Training. Counselors must be high school graduates. Counselors-In-Training may be rising seniors in high school for fall 2014. Staff application Deadline - April 15th!! All staff must be able to attend and complete the entire week of staff training, June 15-20 and full week of camp, June 22-27.
If you have further inquiries, please contact our Camp Director, Rev. Carla McCook, mccook@diomil.org.
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| Safeguarding God's Children & Safeguarding God's People In-Class Trainings and On-line | |
Safeguarding God's Children
2014 Spring Training Sites and Dates:
February 22, 2014, 9- Noon - two places, same time! Madison Area: St. Dunstan's; Milwaukee Area: Trinity, Wauwatosa.
Register ONLINE to attend any one of these 3 options! http://www.diomil.org/ministries/christian-formation/safeguarding-gods-people-misconduct-prevention-training/
ONLINE SGC and SGP CLASSES INFORMATION:
SGC is also available for renewal of certificate on-line!
Safeguarding God's People (SGP) is ONLY ONLINE. http://www.diomil.org/ministries/christian-formation/safeguarding-gods-people-misconduct-prevention-training/
NEW Online Course: For VBS and Day Camp Staff
If you or your parish is leading a VBS or hosting a Day Camp (non-overnight camp) your staff can now take the Safeguarding Training Online! We are one of the first dioceses to make this training available. http://www.diomil.org/ministries/christian-formation/safeguarding-gods-people-misconduct-prevention-training/
Online registrations are always done on or before the 20th of each month. Online course certificates are sent out on the 30th of each month.
You can always visit our website, www.diomil.org to view Master List of Attendees, Know Who's Required to take these trainings, and more information.
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Happening Around the Diocese...
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Music that Makes Community in Minneapolis, May 2014 - contact Rev. Miranda Hassett for more information
Music that Makes Community will return to the beautiful and historic Christ Lutheran Church, May 14-16, 2014. MMC workshops equip music directors, organists, clergy and lay leaders of the church to lead music effectively without the use of screens, hymnals or other printed materials. Offering participants ample opportunity to practice leading music, we'll also spend time in worship, conversation and experimentation with improvisation and composition.
WHEN
May 14, 2014 at 8am - May 16, 2014
WHERE
Christ Lutheran Church, 3244 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
CONTACT
Rachel Pollak Kroh � rachel@allsaintscompany.org
Register for MMC in Minneapolis
$300.00 Early Tuition Rate - before March 1st
$350.00 Full Tuition Rate - after March 1st
The Episcopal Church Runs with You! "If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to experience something, run a marathon." - Emil Zapotek Distance running is an experience unlike any other: challenging, exhilarating, inspiring, and unforgettable. For many people who identify as runners, running is an act of prayer as well as a means of exercise. Running keeps us centered and connects us to the One who created us and called us good, and we want to connect with others who feel the same way. To that end, you are invited to join other runners from the Diocese of Milwaukee in running the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon on Sunday, October 5, 2014. We will gather as a group for a prayer and a photo before the run (details TBD). Even if you are not an experienced runner, but have wanted to make a commitment to health and wellness, consider this a prompting of the Spirit! All sorts of marathon training programs exist to suit all sorts of runners, from beginners to veterans. We will help direct you towards resources that you can use wherever you happen to be on the running spectrum. It is amazingly moving to see first-timers cross the finish line at a marathon! More information regarding our diocesan running team will follow. For now, if you are interested, here's what you can do: - Join our Facebook group, DioMil Runners, to get connected to other runners in the Diocese. We will use the group to share questions, inspiration, and tips, and to organize the occasional group training run.
- Email the Rev. Jason Lavann (jason.lavann@gmail.com) or the Rev. Dorota Pruski (associate@standrews-madison.org) with questions or inquiries.
- Register for the race at http://www.milwaukeelakefrontmarathon.org. The race is expected to fill up by the end of March, so the earlier you sign up, the better!!!
Chicken Soup Fundraiser for Portage SkatePark Date: Tuesday, February 18th Time: Noon - 6:30 pm Place: St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church 211 W. Pleasant, Portage, WI $5.00 Soup, Roll, Crackers, Beverage $7.00 Soup, Roll, Crackers, Beverage & Dessert
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LENT 2014 ONLINE DIOCESAN STUDY
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Resources for Lent and for VBS
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Innovative Free Formation Resource for Lent 2014: "Love Life," a mobile accessible video series and workbook For Lent 2014 the Brothers of The Society of Saint John the Evangelist (SSJE) have developed an easy-to-use video series and accompanying workbook "Love Life: Living the Gospel of Love." The daily series runs from Ash Wednesday, March 5th, to Palm Sunday. Subscribers will be emailed each morning with a mobile-friendly video and evocative question. The daily email subscription is free, as are all the supporting materials which are available to download for free. A printed version can be purchased through www.SSJE.org/lovelife<http://www.SSJE.org/lovelife>.
Living Compass Lenten Resource
Renew a Right Spirit Within Me is the Living Compass Lenten study. You can find the information and study guide at http://livingcompass.org/
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Resources for Vacation Bible School
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You may want to start with the following resources:
Living Compass - http://livingcompass.org/
"Living the Adventure" VBS, authored by Rev. Carla McCook.
Leader Resources - http://leaderresources.org/
"Aslan is on the Move", and "The Peaceable Kingdom." and many other options.
We also have VBS curriculum available in our Diocesan Resource Center to lend.
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EFM - Education for Ministry
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EfM is in the Diocese!
- Education for Ministry (EfM) is a renowned Christian education curriculum from the Episcopal Church, studied by over 85,000 people worldwide.
- It is offered by the University of the South (Sewanee) and gives 18 CEUs (Continuing Education Credits) per year.
- It requires a one-year commitment. It takes four years to complete the whole program. A certificate is awarded.
- You may begin Year 1 with any established group.
- The tuition cost includes all textbooks, study guides, and Common Lessons.
- EfM requires a weekly meeting and regular mentoring. There are currently two EfM groups in Milwaukee.
- Students are required to do the readings and discuss, but there are no tests or papers to write.
- Class sessions take place in your local parish.
- Snacks are provided by the participants.
- EfMrecesses for the Summer and holidays!
- Sessions can begin any month from January to August.
Education for Ministry
If you are interested, please contact the Diocesan EfM Coordinator, William Stotts, at 414-350-6305 or by e-mail at wmnmex@aol.com
Education for Ministry
Do you want to ~
- Deepen your knowledge of the Bible?
- Participate in Theological Reflection?
- Learn about Church History and Theology?
- Join with others in discovering and practicing your ministries?
If the answer is YES, then EfM may be for you! Call William Stotts at 414-350-6305 or e-mail at wmnmex@aol.com
http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm
The Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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| Send your articles into the Christian Formation E-News |
If you have formation news, events, or resources that you  think would be of interest to the Diocese at large and that you would like to see in this electronic publication, please do not hesitate to email Carla at mccook@diomil.org . We love to receive the "before" announcements and also the "What Happened" after the event. ALL ARTICLES MUST BE IN NO LATER THAN THE 7TH OF EVERY MONTH.
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Job Posting - Youth Minister
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Church of St. Michael and St. George (http://www.csmsg.org/) in St. Louis, Missouri is seeking a full-time Youth Minister to work with a youth ministry team of staff and volunteers as well as oversee the youth programs.
Youth ministry provides a solid foundation for 6th -12th graders by:
- engaging them in transforming relationships
- cultivating lifelong habits of worship and service
- loving and nurturing them
The Youth Minister is responsible for:
- recruiting, equipping, and supporting volunteers
- working in partnership with the Youth Ministry Leadership Team
- infusing energy and creativity into all programs
- establishing relationships with youth,
- working in partnership with the Program Coordinator
- overseeing and working with a team of youth ministry interns
- engaging parents
Qualified candidates must have a college degree, several years of experience, knowledge and understanding of the Episcopal tradition, and a passion for equipping young people and volunteers. Interested candidates can send a cover letter/resume to jeff@ymarchitects.com.
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Christian Formation Staff | 
Rev. Carla McCook is the Bishop's Assistant for Christian Formation. She works in conjunction with clergy, laity, parishes and convocations to create, promote, and sustain formation and education. Her mission is to resource, equip and empower formation leaders of all ages throughout our diocese. Diocesan Christian Formation has oversight for Resource Center, Safeguarding God's Children & People, Education for Ministry, Camp Webb and Outdoor Ministries, Life Long Christian Formation Commission, Youth at Convention, and teaching & preaching around the diocese. She is available to lead a teaching series or preach on request. She is passionate about partnering with you for Christian Formation. She is available at McCook@diomil.org or (414)272-3028 ext 116.
 The Rev. REGS Scheeler has been a deacon of this diocese of many years, serving us in many different ways. Throughout his time, his passion and focus on formation and education for youth and their leaders has not changed. REGS is a non-stipendiary staff person who is available to help congregations move through transition, assist them in discernment or challenge them as they move forward. He can make visits on Sundays and some weekdays. If you think a visit from him would be of use to you, don't hesitate to call and discover the ways in which he might help your parish. He is also assisting with other formation events throughout the year. He has a gift and call for cooking ministry which he tries to incorporate into all he does. He can be reached at dnregs@wi.rr.com or (262)827-9378. |
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The Rev. Carla McCook Bishop's Assistant for Christian Formation The Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee McCook@diomil.orgBishop's Deacon for Christian Formation
The Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee
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