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Barbara Klauber, Editor
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A message from the Bishop of Ecuador Litoral Litoral
'God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.' Psalm 46:1
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Bishop Morante / damage in Portoviejo
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Dear friends, we would like to express our deep gratitude for the messages of affection and prayers we have received for our Diocese and our country during this very difficult time.
We have lived an unforgettable experience in which we feared for our lives, the lives of our loved ones, and the lives of the members of our faith community. We have clung with deep fervor to the protective hand of our God.
While seeing images in the newspapers and social networks, I just think about the suffering of our compatriots.
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 DCDI Graduates invited to participate in gatherings on May 1st
In April, an initial gathering for DCDI (Diocesan Church Development Institute) graduates was held in the Diocese of Milwaukee. To further the formation of the DCDI (Diocesan Church Development Institute) graduates' community in the diocese, two additional gatherings have been arranged, both on May 1,
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DCDI grads at the April gathering
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2016. One is in Wauwatosa, one is in Watertown. All DCDI graduates are welcome to attend the gathering of their choice:
- St. Paul's, Watertown - May 1st at 2pm ( lunch served at 1:15pm)
- Trinity, Wauwatosa - May 1st at 2pm
Please click HERE for additional information on these two gatherings!
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 JOB OPENINGS LISTED BY WI CONFERENCE OF CHURCHES
The Wisconsin Conference of Churches circulates a monthly e-newsletter listing job openings in Wisconsin churches. The openings range widely, from PT to FT, from musician to administrative assistant to property manager. The jobs listed do not include clergy positions.
To view the full listings for April, please click on the link below. If you have problems accessing the link, please contact Wisconsin Conference of Churches at wcoc@wichurches.org .
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 Ordination to the Diaconate - June 11 at All Saints' Cathedral (10AM)
At 10AM on Saturday, June 11, 2016 The Rt. Rev. Steven A. Miller will ordain four candidates from the Diocese of Milwaukee to the diaconate. Those to be ordained are: Esther Kramer, Nancy Hills, Daniel Spors, and Lars Skoglund.
All members of the diocese are invited and welcomed to take part in this beautiful service and welcome our new deacons to the ordained ministry.
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Concert at All Saints' Cathedral on May 1st benefits Choral Scholars 2016-2017 Scholarship fund
Announcing: A concert at All Saints' Cathedral for the 2016 - 2017 Choral Scholars scholarship Fund Appeal - Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 3:00 pm.
The Cathedral invites you to join them for a Requiem by Gabriel Faure which will be followed by a festive reception. The concert takes place at All Saints' Cathedral, located 818 E. Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
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Central Convocation clergy gathering
Central Convocation had nearly 100% attendance for its April 19th clergy meeting at St. John the Divine in Burlington. After updating each other about their life and parish, members had a discussion of same-sex marriage, followed by a tour of St. John the Divine church building led by Jason Lavann.
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(Left to right) Larry Glenn (St. Andrew's, Monroe); Kristen Buterbaugh (Lutheran-
Episcopal Campus Ministry, Whitewater; Andrew Hanyzewski, (Dean and St. Peter's,Fort Atkinson); Helen Tester, (St. Paul's Beloit); Jason Lavann, (Host and St. John the Divine, Burlington); Elizabeth Tester, (St. Paul's, Watertown); Bill McLemore (Holy Communion, Lake Geneva); and Kathy Monson Lutes, (Trinity, Janesville);
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Installation of New Rector & Celebration of New Ministry takes place at St. Mark's, Milwaukee on April 26th
 The wardens and vestry of St. Mark's, Milwaukee invite members of the diocese to join them for a celebration of new ministry including the installation of The Rev. Ian Burch as Rector on Tuesday, April 26 at 7:00 pm. The service will take place at St. Mark's, located at 2618 North Hackett Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211. A reception will follow the service.
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Spiritual Directors
A listing for both clergy and laypeople
 The Diocese of Milwaukee's Commission on Ministry has compiled a list of Spiritual Directors that are available to both clergy and lay people in the diocese.
If you are looking for a spiritual director, this resource may be helpful to you. Click HERE to access the list. |
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Resources sought by Diocesan Anti-Racism Task Force
Call for resources: Last diocesan convention denounced racism and committed to collect resources churches could use towards reconciliation and anti-racism. We would add to build cultural competency, diversity, and inclusion.
Consider...
-trainings
-speakers (local and national)
-social justice networks and organizations (in your area, and national)
-self-evaluation check lists
-websites, blogs
-visual media: animated series, graphic novels, art pieces and installations, info-graphics
-reports and data information (particularly in your area)
-videos, movies
-books, articles, magazines
-age appropriate children's materials to be used in conversations about race and culture
For more information, see resolution 2 HERE.
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Leadership Day II/JumpStart draws 120 participants!
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Participants listen to a presentation by JumpStart staff
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St. Francis, Menomonee Falls group
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Leadership Day II / JumpStart drew 120 participants from among the clergy and lay leadership of Diocese of Milwaukee parishes. Nashotah House Seminary was once again the site for this Leadership Day, the second of two day-long programs in 2016 planned by Canon Peggy Bean and the Mission & Development Commission. The Episcopal Church Building Fund's JumpStart program is for parishes ready to face their fears about finances, buildings, and the future of their parish; JumpStart helps these congregations get started in their own evaluation and exploration, at their own pace. Questions? Looking for more information? Contact Peggy Bean, Diocese of Milwaukee's Canon for Parishes, at Bean@diomil.org .
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 Benefit Concert for Haiti An hour of string trio and vocal music, featuring the Collegium Ladyes, on Saturday, April 23 at 4:30 pm. 100% of freewill donations will support projects at St. Marc's Church and School in Jeannette, Haiti through the Diocese of Milwaukee Haiti Project. Concert takes place at Christ Episcopal Church, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217.
All are welcome! Cost: Freewill donation.
See FLYER for more information
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
Heritage Quilt Show at St. Paul's, Beloit April 23 & 24
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Eunice Daer (kneeling), Rev. Helen Tester, and Alice Kniskern with items that will be displayed at the show.
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave, Beloit WI invites everyone to the Heritage Quilt Show 2016 on April 23 and 24 at 212 W. Grand Ave, Beloit WI. The show, part of the church's 175th anniversary celebrations, will feature antique quilts from the Beloit Historical Society, Beloit Regional Hospice, and over 175 quilts and quilted items loaned by 45 members and friends of the parish. Show hours are 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and noon to 4 pm on Sunday.
Admission is $5; children under age 10 free when accompanied by paying adult. A salad luncheon will be available at a cost of $5 from 11 to 2 on Saturday and noon to 2 on Sunday. Three beautiful quilts will be raffled off at $1/chance. All funds from show and raffle will support ongoing renovation of St. Paul's beautiful and historic building erected in 1848.
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 April 24th Concert at St. Peter's, Fort Atkinson on Sunday, April 24 features Madison Bach Musicians Madison Bach Musicians will be performing at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Fort Atkinson. The concert is at 4 pm with a reception following. This is free to the public. The Madison Bach Musicians performs primarily on period instruments, which will include a harpsichord. This concert will feature music by Bach, Handel, Telemann, Buxetude, Schmelzer and Vivaldi.
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Stephanie Gadzik
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The Lord's Prayer in Motion - at St. Christopher's, River Hills on April 23
WHAT: The Lord's Prayer in Motion Rolling out the yoga mat for the Lord's Prayer
WHERE: St. Christopher's, River Hills
WHEN: April 23, 2016 (9:30 am - 11:00 am)
WHO: Stephanie Gadzik
Stephanie Gadzik teaches Meditative yoga, Hatha Yoga, and Power Yoga in Appleton, Wisconsin. She approaches yoga as a moving meditation and an opportunity to 'pray without ceasing' (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Stephanie is also a DCDI (Diocesan Church Development Instructor) for the Diocese of Milwaukee. Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring your yoga mat -- all ages and abilities are welcome!
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 St Mary's Gigantic Book Sale July 1-4
St. Mary's, Dousman is located at the corner of Hwys 18 and 67. Our gigantic and HUGELY popular Annual Book Sale takes place June 1 - 4, 2016. The hours of this year's sale are: Wed. June 1: Noon -7pm Thurs. June 2 : 8am-7pm Fri. June 3: 8am-7pm Sat. June 4: 8am -Noon ($3 bag sale)
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 Book Talk - June 4 at Church of the Good Shepherd, Sun Prairie features "Yankee Bishops" by Charles R. Henery
On June 4th from 10am - 12 Noon, "BOOK TALK" will feature a discussion of the book, "Yankee Bishops: Apostles in the New Republic 1783-1873" led by the book's author, The Rev. Dr. Charles R. Henery. BOOK TALK will meet at Church of the Good Shepherd, Sun Prairie. Light lunch included.BOOK TALK is sponsored by the diocese's Lifelong Christian Formation Committee.
Please see FLYER for more information and to publicize in your parish - thank you!
Questions? contact Deacon Marge Kiss at margex1@netzero.com or Deacon Cliff Perkins at perkins_clifford@hotmail.com .
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 The Bard in Spring - May 1st at St. Christopher's, River Hills The Bach Chamber Choir presents The Bard in Spring: Music set to words by Shakespeare and other English poets (on the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death). There will be a concert on April 24 at 3pm at Pius XI Catholic High School in Milwaukee and another on May 1st at 3pm at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church at 7845 North River Road, River Hills, WI 53217. Tickets: $17 in advance; $18 at the door. $10 for students; $1 senior discount. To reserve tickets call 414-319-9816.
See FLYER for details on concert.
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 An evening of acoustic guitar
artistry with Michael Gulezian April 22 at St. Matthias
An evening of solo acoustic guitar artistry with Michael Gulezian, Solo Acoustic Guitar at St. Matthias, Waukesha on April 22 at 7:30 pm. St. Matthias Episcopal Church is located at Corner of Main St. and East Avenue in Waukesha, WI, 53186. Michael Gulezian is firmly established in the genre as one of the most significant artists of our time. Come hear this amazing musician in wonderful acoustics. This concert is a fund raising event for the music department of St. Matthias A post concert reception will be included with your admission. To purchase tickets contact the church office at 262-547-4838 or click HERE.
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 Daughters of the King Spring Assembly April 23rd at St. Peter's, Ft. Atkinson
Women of the Diocese of Milwaukee are cordially invited to the 2016 Spring Assembly of the Order of the Daughters of the King on Saturday, April 23, 2016 from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm at St. Peter's, Fort Atkinson.
Retreat leaders are June Paul, author and Daughter. Registration not necessary but please rsvp to Virginia Laurent at laurent70@charter.net or (262) 473-4719.
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 WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE YOU DOING?
Since 2006 our diocese has allocated 0.7% of the diocesan budget to support work done to achieve the MDGs. Last year, contributions from our diocese were sent to 2 projects that are supported by our diocese:
- The Diocesan Haiti Project : $2400 to initiate a microloan program at St. Marc's parish in Jeannette.
- Companion Diocese of Tanzania: $3614 to contribute toward the construction of a cistern in Newala utilizing collected rainwater from the roof of St. Mary's Cathedral.
In 2016 the MDGs were replaced by the Susutainable Development Goals which extend and build on the achievments of the MDGs. For a list of the SDGs, please see our Letter to Parishes at diomil.org.
It's time again to consider distribution of the 0.7% ($5752 this year) to projects that work toward the achievement of the SDGs. If your parish or a group within your parish is supporting a a project that extends help to "the poorest on earth" you can apply for a grant from the SDG funds.
For more information, please see our Letter to Parishes on the Diocesan website or contact:
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Altar Guild Adventure 2016 set for May 18th in Chicago
The Diocese of Milwaukee Altar Guild and their friends venture south this year for a day of art, architecture, and camaraderie with docent-led tours. Please join us on a luxury bus as we travel to North Shore Congregation Israel, Uncommon Ground Restaurant, Loyola University Chapel, and St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church.
All are welcome - you need not be an altar guild member nor and Episcopalian to join the Adventure!
See FLYER for registration.
Tours and Lunch - $55
Questions? Contact Micki Hoffmann (Diocese of Milwaukee Altar Guild) at 262-673-2903 or mphoffmann70@gmail.com
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 Safeguarding God's Children/Safeguarding God's People - Classes with Trainer at Wisconsin Dells and Dousman on May 21st
The next Safeguarding God's Children trainings with a Certified Trainer takes place on May 21 from 9am - Noon at Holy Cross Episcopal Church, Wisconsin Dells and at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dousman. To register click HERE. If your parish wants to host a training in 2016 contact Deacon Terry Garner very soon at dcnterry.g@gmail.com . |
 Regional Confirmation set for June 18 at St. Luke's, Racine
The South Convocation will host a Regional Confirmation at St. Luke's, Racine on 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Bishop Miller will officiate. (note date change)
The Rev. Matthew Buterbaugh, rector of St. Matthew's, Kenosha, is coordinator for the Regional Confirmation. Parishes wishing to participate are asked to contact him at rector.stmatts@gmail.com
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 CAMP WEBB 2016 
REGISTER NOW!
Camp Webb is filling up FAST for 2016
Don't miss out . . . REGISTER NOW!
Registration fees are $400 / session. Haven't registered yet? Go to the website, as there may still be room . . .
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 St. Francis House 100th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
On April 23, St. Francis House celebrates the ministry's 100th anniversary, a celebration that very much belongs to all of the Episcopal churches in our diocese - to everyone who has been a part of SFH as alumni, supporters, and friends.
The celebration begins at SFH with Evening Prayer at 5:15 PM, led by Bishop Miller, and the blessing of a large icon, gifted to SFH by the alumni family. Drazen Dupor, the iconographer, will be on hand to speak about the icon. The celebration continues at St. Dunstan's, with dinner at 6:30 PM. There will be displays from different eras at SFH, a short program, and lots of new and old friends. Ample parking will be available at St. Dunstan's, with a shuttle to and from campus for evening prayer. Tickets are $35. Seating will be limited to 100 people. You can reserve your tickets for the evening at www.stfrancisuw.org.
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 Prayers for Parishes
The diocesan Commission on Mission and Development has prepared a cycle of prayers for the congregations of the Diocese of Milwaukee.
April 24, 2016 - Good Shepherd, Sun Prairie
Loving God, we hold before you in prayer the parish of Good Shepherd, Sun Prairie. Grant them faithfulness in living out the gospel for one another and the world, wisdom and patience as they become a multicultural faith family, grace as they seek a sustainable foundation for ministry, and a spirit of sharing their gifts with generosity and joy as they care for their community and one another. May they continue to discern together their part in your great purposes. We pray this in the name of Christ. Amen.
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CYCLE OF PRAYER for NOV 2015 - NOV 2016
The new cycle of prayer for the Diocese of Milwaukee, prepared by the Commission on Mission and Development (for the period November 29, 2015 - November 20, 2016) is available HERE.
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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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