The Episcopal Church Wants Your Feedback!
Our church wants YOUR feedback: The Task Force for Reimagining the Episcopal Church (TREC) is looking at the structure of our church and how we do our life and policies together. Go to reimaginetec.org and you will see a place on the home page for feedback about your thoughts on the church.
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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.
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Christ Church, Delavan welcomes new rector & family
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by Roberta Karstetter of Christ Church, Delavan
Christ Episcopal Church, Delavan joyfully celebrates the arrival of their new Rector, The Rev. Joel Allen Prather, wife Tammy and 9 year old son, Jude. Father Joel's first Sunday at Christ Church will be on the Feast of Pentecost, June 8th, where he will celebrate at both the 8 a.m. Chapel Service and the 10 a.m. Church Service.
Father Joel received his Associates in Liberal Arts, College of Dupage in 1994. .In 1996 Bachelor of Science, History from Illinois University. He worked for State Farm Insurance 1998 - 2006, and received his Masters of Divinity in 2009 from Nashotah House Seminary. A chaplain at Three Pillars Senior Living/Care Facility in Dousman, WI during his Clinical Pastoral Education while at Nashotah House in 2008, he then served as Assistant/Associate/Curate from Aug. 2009 - Aug. 2010 at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Frisco, TX.
The Prathers come to Christ Church, Delavan, WI from Allen, Texas where with Fr. Joel as priest, with wife Tammy as executive minister, were church planters . . . read more
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 UW-Whitewater among recipients of Campus Ministry Grants
Samuel McDonald, Episcopal Church Director of Mission and Deputy Chief operating Officer, announced the recipients of the Campus Ministry Grants, totaling $99,598, for the 2014-2015 grant cycle. One of the recipients was the campus ministry program at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater ($5,000 grant). A total of 53 applications were received; 14 grants were awarded. Click HERE to read full article. |
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Three are confirmed at St. Peter's, North Lake
Pictured above are the people confirmed when Bishop Miller made his episcopal visitation to St. Peter's, North Lake on June 1st are Tyler Naze and Lindsey Naze (at the left) and Evan Medd, standing next to Bishop Miller. The Rev. David Couper, pries- in-charge of St. Peter's, North Lake, is on the right. Congratulations to the confirmands -- we wish you many blessings!
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 Millenium Development Goals - applications for grants due July 1st!
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.
Last year, contributions were sent to projects in Jeannette, Haiti and in our companion diocese of Newala, Tanzania. Grants are available to support the work of your congregation extending help to the poorest on earth.
Time is running out! Applications are due July 1, 2014. For more information, please see our "Letter to Parishes"on the Diocesan website or contact:
Deacon Carol Smith
608-230-6888
csmith@carthage.edu
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 A message from Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
We want to hear from YOU!
At the 2012 Triennial meeting of the women of the church a resolution was passed to look at the future of the Episcopal Church Women as an organization. A committee was formed which has been working hard in addressing this issue. There is now a survey which takes about 5 minutes to complete. We would like to hear from women, men, young, old, active ECW members, people who have no connection with ECW - in other words - everyone.
There are 2 websites for this survey to be done electronically and the deadline is June 30. Please consider clicking on, responding and submitting the survey so your voice can be heard. Questions? Contact Connie Ott at cott@chorus.net
To access the survey, click HERE or go to:
http://s-ab1733-i.sgizmo.com/s3/i-0000000-609869/
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Celebrating Mission and Development in the Diocese!
 Did you know that there are eight congregations in the diocese who are in the midst of capital campaigns? These congregations are doing campaigns for a variety of different reasons, everything from debt retirement to building projects. The congregations are also choosing to do their campaigns in many different ways; some are using consultants and companies, others are managing the campaigns themselves. Regardless of how they are doing the campaigns and the reasons why, we celebrate the fact that so many churches are in the midst of exciting visioning and planning for their future! It is an exciting time for these congregations, and please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. For more information on capital campaigns please visit http://www.ecfvp.org/webinars/transformation-by-capital-campaign/ or The James Company website . If you have specific questions about campaigns in our diocese, please contact Peggy Bean at bean@diomil.org. |
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Huge Used Book Sale underway at St. Mary's, Dousman
The huge and wonderful used book sale at St. Mary's, Dousman still has two days to run -- and Saturday is "bag day" when these great used books can be had for $3/bag! The sale's schedule for Friday and Saturday is:
- June 6, Friday from 8 am to 7 pm
- June 7, Saturday from 8 am to Noon ($3/bag Sat. AM)
Proceeds benefit the parish ministries and leftover books are donated to All Saints' Cathedral for the Cathedral's book sale in August. St. Mary's is located at 36014 Sunset Drive (Highways 18 & 67), Dousman, WI 53118. Click HERE for map / directions. Questions? Contact the parish at (262) 965-3924 or stmarys@milwpc.com .
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2014 GATHERING GOLF CLASSIC 
The 2014 Gathering Golf Classic, which benefits The Gathering meal programs in Milwaukee, takes place Monday, June 23 at the Evergreen Golf Club in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. The schedule is:
12:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Shotgun start/Scramble
6:00 pm Dinner / Raffle
Cost: $125 per golfer (charitable contribution portion is $60 per golfer).
Includes: lunch, 18 holes, golf cart, dinner and two drink tickets! Click HERE to register online. REGISTRATION DEADLINE is June 17th!
If you are unable to take part in the golf event on June 23, you can still help in a variety of ways! Click here to find out how!
Questions? Contact The Gathering at soulfood@thegatheringwis.org or (414) 272-4122.
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Parish Financial Aid / Grant  Applications now available!
by Peggy Bean, Canon for Parishes
In years past The Commission on Mission and Development offered Challenge grants for $1,000 and Meachem Fund grants for up to $5,000. This year we will have consolidated the two grants into one application - the 2014 Ministry Development Grant Application. It can be found on the website on the Mission and Development page.
We are offering Ministry grants up to $1,000 and Development grants up to $5,000. Check the application for details. Also note there are two different due dates - June 15th and October 15th. We did this knowing some of you have projects needing funding right now and others are still in the planning stage and may need it later. We look forward to learning about your projects.
The 2015 Application for Financial Aid is also available on the Mission and Development page. The due date for completion is July 15, 2014. Questions on any of the grants please contact Peggy Bean at 414-272-3028 or bean@diomil.org
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Women's Mini-Week at Camp Lakotah
August 7-10, 2014
Camp Lakotah is located on Little Hills Lake in Wautoma, Wisconsin. Women's Mini-Week is 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 servi ce & 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.org, or contact us: womensminiweek@gmail.com
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OFFICE COORDINATOR
The Episcopal Student Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison - St. Francis House - seeks a part-time Office Coordinator. 16 hours/week (4 hours/day, 4 days/week), $17-18/hour. A full job description is available at www.stfrancisuw.org. Associate's degree or equivalent work experience preferred. Excellent communication, people, and organizational skills essential. Web and computer skills a plus. Send resume and cover letter to personnel@stfrancisuw.org. Resumes accepted through Monday, May 26.
ECUMENICAL CHAPLAIN IN PUBLIC HOUSING The Triangle Community Ministry is seeking a Chaplain who will be responsible for actualizing the mission of the ministry by being present to and ministering to the spiritual needs of residents living in the Triangle neighborhood of public apartment housing in Madison, Wisconsin. The Chaplain will foster spiritual healing and hope in neighborhood residents, many of whom live with daily challenges of chronic health problems as well as limited social, financial and health resources. Sensitivity and knowledge of interfaith and ecumenical issues required. Successful candidate will have knowledge of underserved and low income populations which include individuals with disabilities. A degree from an accredited college, university or seminary is required. Experience in an ecumenical context will be an asset. Position is 24 hours per week or 60% of 40 hours. The position location is 755 Braxton Place, Suite B101, Madison, WI 53715. For a current job description contact bobgwynne@aol.com. Candidates may send resume to Robert H. Gwynne, 1029 Spaight St., Unit 3B, Madison, WI, 53703, or e-mail bobgwynne@aol.com. Resumes should be mailed by June 1 to assure full consideration.
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 Camp Webb Update
Camp registration is FULL! Another successful year in filling camp registrations!
We need YOUR Support! We have campers who need scholarships, we have supplies that must be replaced from last year's flood damages, and we want to bring FOOD PACK to Camp this summer!
Camp Webb is asking for your generous support both financially and for collections. Camp cost is $375-$400 per camper. A $200 scholarship helps get one child to camp. We also want to bring the FOOD PACK program to camp this summer. This is a fantastic way for  our campers to create food packs that are then shipped overseas to feed people. This is one way our campers make an immediate difference to change issues of hunger in the world. The cost to have the FOOD PACK program is $1,300. We are asking for your support to bring this incredible program to camp this year - THANK YOU!
Contact Carla to schedule donations pick up (mccook@diomi.org) and send financial contributions to Rev. Carla McCook, make check payable to Diocese of Milwaukee, Memo: Camp Webb, 804 E. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
COLLECTIONS:
We are now collecting art supplies: glue, fabric paints, large bottles of art paints, construction paper, poster boards (all colors), embroidery threads/floss, safety pins, rice, markers, colored pencils, crayons, scissors (small, adult sized), printer paper, and magazines.
Also costumes pieces: anything you might expect to use in your pageant plays, super hero capes, silly hats, straw hats, cowboy hats (all kinds of hats), hula skirts, and princess crown, large robes, etc. Any type of clothing or accessory that would make a great costume piece. Our campers use these items for our variety show and other times during the camp week. Remember these are big kids and teens - costumes should be teen-adult sizes. If you have other items or ideas you think camp might be able to use, please contact Carla McCook at McCook@diomil.org
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Safeguarding God's Children & People Training
Click here to register online to take the Safeguarding God's Children, Safeguarding God's People and A Day at Camp online training programs.
A Day at Camp is strongly recommended for all parishes leading a Vacation Bible School or other summer program with minors. This online training video is geared to safeguarding guidelines specific to leading a day camp (not an overnight camp) program.
All registrations must be in before June 13th!
There are no new registrations made through the end of June and July. Registrations resume August 1st.
You may always register for the Safeguarding God's Children with a Trainer class. The next opportunity for this class is September 20th. See the above safeguarding web page link for more details.
Have a wonderful and safe summer!
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 Wellness Ministry Training offered by Living Compass
Healing and wellness ministries are central in the ministry of Christ and of the Church. Living Compass helps congregations offer ministries of wholeness and wellness to their members, as well as to people in their surrounding communities. Come to a Living Compass training to learn and plan how to use Living Compass materials in your ministry location. In our Certified Congregational Wellness Advocate (CWA) training you will learn how to enhance your congregation's vitality by beginning or expanding a wellness ministry in your church.more information - brochure
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 Important Commission on Ministry Dates for 2014
- September 18, Thursday - Parish Ministry Discernment Committee training night. Two locations: St. Dunstan's Middleton & Trinity Wauwatosa, 7-9 pm.
- October 24-25, Friday & Saturday - Ministry Discernment Weekend and postulancy interviews. Durward's Glen Retreat Center (http://www.durwardsglen.org/)
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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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