Announcements for Sunday, September 8, 2013St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Wauwatosa

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Welcome to _______ Church! May you be as blessed by your time here as we are by your presence.

Everyone is precious in the Lord’s sight. Thank you for blessing us with your presence. All are invited to a time of fellowship following the service.

“This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24, KJV). Welcome, in the name of the One who created this day for our enjoyment!

Our fellowship is enriched by your presence. Thanks to each of you for being with us today!

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have been coming here all your life, we hope your time of worship and fellowship is a blessing.

We welcome each of you to worship. “This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24, KJV). Welcome, in the name of the One who created this day for our enjoyment! Introduction for the Day: Called to contemplate the cost of discipleship today, we might be helped by translating Paul’s request to Philemon

into our prayer of the day: Refresh my heart in Christ. Strengthened by the company and forgiveness of the Christ in the blessed sacrament and recalling God’s grace in remembrance of baptism, we can be strengthened in this hour to choose life in God as our own.Communion: All baptized Christians who celebrate the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine are invited to the Lord’s Table at the 7:30 service. Gluten-free wafers are available if you ask your communion server. Those who desire juice instead of regular wine, please tell this to the communion assistant. Due to the weight of the communion trays, you may be asked to take your glass of wine from the tray as it is presented to you.A library book has been given to the church library by Joe, Lisa, and Abby Chiesa in honor of Emily’s 15th birthday.Today: Farewell Lunch for Our Tanzanian Guest - Help Say “Kwaheri” as Benson Prepares to Return to Tanzania It is our pleasure to host Benson Pallangyo from our sister parish in Tanzania. Benson works with children in the Compassion International Program, including the students we sponsor. We’d like to give him a warm send-off as he concludes his first visit to the US, so join us in saying kwaheri (good-bye) and nzuri safari (good journey/bon voyage) at a farewell lunch following the 11:00 service on September 8th. Sign up at the Welcome Center, by calling the church office, or online at http://tinyurl.com/pdgfd6g.Quiet in the Commons! During 7:30 worship service, those arriving for the 8:30 worship service are asked to quiet their conversations in the Upper Commons. Sound travels well from the Commons into the Sanctuary, particularly during quiet portions of the 7:30 worship service. Thanks for upholding the reverence of worship by allowing others to focus on the worship service.

Welcome to Rally Day! September 8, 2013

Here’s what’s happening at St. Matthew’s today:

• “God’s Work. Our Hands.” See many opportunities to use your gifts in a simultaneous gift of service today and throughout the country in ELCA churches. See the “God’s Work. Our Hands” panel for further information.

• Sunday School begins, 9:45-10:45 a.m. See the panel in today’s bulletin announcements explaining classroom locations. Please note that 1st-5th graders will meet today on the Third Floor of the Educ. wing.

• Youth Forum begins 9:45-10:45 a.m. This is a discussion forum time for youth in high school. Real-life situations and challenges are up for discussion. Youth Room, downstairs.

• The Church Library opens today and each Sunday from 9:35-11:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship Times have changed back to the fall schedule of 7:30, 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. This schedule continues for the school year.

Fair Trade Mt. Meru Coffee and LWR Divine Chocolate are available for purchase in the Upper Commons during the Education Hour (9:45 - 10:45 a.m.) It’s your first chance to buy them since last spring. Get some today!

Additional Event today after the 11:00 service: Farewell Lunch for Our Tanzanian Guest - Help Say “Kwaheri” as Benson Prepares to Return to Tanzania It is our pleasure to host Benson Pallangyo from our sister parish in Tanzania. Benson works with children in the Compassion International Program, including the students we sponsor. We’d like to give him a warm send-off as he concludes his first visit to the US, so join us in saying kwaheri (good-bye) and nzuri safari (good journey/bon voyage) at a farewell lunch following the 11:00 service. All are welcome.Adult Forum begins next week (September 15): “Turkey Talk”: Traveling in the Footsteps of Paul See the sites and learn about the Roman Imperial message and Paul’s struggle against it. Take in ancient Christian churches and Islamic mosques. Learn from the work of archeologists over the centuries and grow in admiration for the apostle Paul and his authentic message. Facilitated by Pastor Margaret and fellow travelers

Sunday School Classes Begin Today - 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Sunday School classes begin today for 3-year-olds through 8th graders. All children should report to the locations listed below at 9:45 a.m. First through 5th graders will have a Big Group lesson on the Third Floor of the Education Building. Sunday School ends at 10:45 a.m.

Traditional Sunday School

Grade Teacher Room NumberThree-year-olds Cindy Weiland-Wehrley Old Nursery (off Fellowship Hall)

Kristin Mainville & Heather Stangel Room 103

Four-year-olds Brie MacIntosh and Joy Herrell Room 104 Michele Wolaver and Michelle Brown Room 105Senior Kindergarten Nancy Artus Room 106-107 & Anjeni KirchnerSixth Grade John Stolte Rm. 209 (across from Choir Rm.)

Seventh Grade Al Van Lith, Mike Mucha Choir Room and Nick Riegert Eighth Grade Chris Lange & Paul Braun Room 101

Rotational Sunday School, grades 1-5Today all 1st-5th graders meet on the Third Floor Education Bldg. for a Big Group.1st-5th Grade Shepherds: 1st Grade Anne DeArmond & Sara Kasdorf 2nd Grade Jennifer Dugan 3rd Grade Elsa Tucker, Sharon Muehlfeld, Allison Byrne 4th Grade Amy Comerford 5th Grade Jennifer Wills

Welcome Back to Sunday School!Questions about Sunday School? Contact Gretchen Haugse, 414-774-0441, ext. 29.

God’s Work. Our Hands - Sunday, September 8Serve for One Hour Today!

Join In... Wherever You See Balloons9:45-10:45 a.m.

Upper Room“Reformation & Cross Church”

Sort Sheets for Neighborhood StoreAssemble Safe Sleep Baby Gift Bags & Hygiene Bags

Lower Commons“Just One More Ministry”Bag Bread for distribution

Downstairs Kitchen“Repairers of the Breach” Bag Lunches

Upper CommonsAdvocate with Letter Writing for the Farm Bill

Library CommonsQuilt Tying and Knitting Prayer Shawls

Stained Glass LandingWeaving Stoles for Tanzania

Church Property/Surrounding AreaTrash Removal-Meet at Church Entrance

Coffee & Treats at Serving Sites

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Today’s Assistants:Acolytes: 8:30, Jared Ernst, Grace Templeman. 11:00, Megan Bjorgo, Maeve Williams.Greeters: 7:30, Charles Koeble. 8:30, Aaron, Tracy and Tyler Michaelson. 11:00, Bob Zwaska, Tim & Amy Schmidt.Welcome Center Host: 8:30, Judy Van Buskirk. 11:00, Cherie SwensonWelcome Assistant to the Pastor: 8:30, Harry & Sandy Profio. 11:00, Conor & Lisa Williams.Ushers: 7:30, Bill Dermody. 8:30, Brian Due, Chris Capper, Frank Cimermancic, Lisa Krekling, Dan Hayes, Tim Schoewe, Jim & Katie Karls, Jacob Kimps. 11:00, Paul De Young, Mark Bjorgo, John & Claire Geertsen, Jack Mielke, Don Reynolds, Dave Rotgers, Natalie Hanson, Matt Doberstein.Lay Reader: 7:30, Mark Crego. 8:30, Marion Heinz. 11:00, Christina Piel.Communion Preparers: 7:30, Marge Crawford, Marian Benz. Communion Assistants: 7:30, Paul & Danette Braun. Communion Bread Baker: 7:30, Danette Braun.Nursery: 8:30, Tim, Dara and Elizabeth Greene. 9:45, Kelly Burton. 11:00, Katie Piel, Tessa and Lexi Schmidt.Coffee Hosts: Peter & Sue Ernst, Shelly Jones, Becky Veum-Baumler, Jim, Karie and Anneke Clement.

This Week:Monday: 6:30, Men’s Morning Bible Study 9:30, Just One More Meal Ministry 9:30, LaLeche League Mtg.10:15, Program Staff Meeting11:00, Staff Meeting 1:00, Caregivers Support Group 6:00, Human Resources Mtg. 6:00, Men’s Ministry Mtg. 7:00, Church Council MeetingTuesday: 12:30, Deborah Circle 6:00, Canning Class - Pickling 6:00, Godsbells 6:00, Yoga Class 7:00, Mt. Meru Coffee Project 7:00, Righteous Ringers 7:00, Celebrate Recovery 7:15, Lutheran A Cappella Choir Reh.Wednesday: 6:00, New Generation Choir 7:00, 9th Grade Confirmation Class 7:00, 7th & 8th Grade Conf. Big Group 7:00, New Creation ChoirThursday: 9:30, A caBELLa Ringers 6:15, Bells Angels Rehearsal 7:30, Senior Choir RehearsalFriday: 7:00, 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation RetreatSaturday:Small Group Reformation Haul7th & 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat ends

Have you heard about “Ministry Scheduler Pro (MSP)”? Effective September 8 St. Matthew’s is utilizing an on-line scheduling program for Sunday morning volunteers. Everyone with internet access will be able to log in using the link sent to you by email to view schedules, find subs, and update availability. The system automatically assigns user names and passwords so if you are already a volunteer you are ready to access the system! Sunday morning assistants will still be listed in the VOICE, Bulletin and at the Welcome Center. For those who do not have internet access the schedules will still be sent in the mail. Please direct questions to sueswing@sbcglobal.net. She can also send you the link for the program we are using. We plan to add the link to the website soon.

Upcoming Dates and EventsAdult Learning Starts Again on Sunday, September 15Weekly Adult Forum touches broad range of topics; See you there!Join us for adult education every Sunday morning from 9:45-10:45. Our adult learning time is a combination of Biblical education, social ministry and popular topics discussed from a faith perspective. Everyone is always welcome at any time. Invite a friend and enrich your faith this year!

September 15“Turkey Talk”: Traveling in the Footsteps of PaulSee the sites and learn about the Roman Imperial message and Paul’s struggle against it. Take in ancient Christian churches and Islamic mosques. Learn from the work of archeologists over the centuries and grow in admiration for the apostle Paul and his authentic message. Facilitated by Pastor Margaret and fellow travelers

September 22Churches, Temples & Other Sacred Places of New Zealand and Fiji

September 29Children’s Organ Transplant Association

“God’s Work. Our Hands” Sunday is Septem-ber 8th We, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), are celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2013. We celebrate under the theme “Always being made new.” It is an oppor-tunity for us to remember that our church is one that is deeply rooted - and always being made new. Our roots are in Scripture, tradition and the Lutheran Confessions, as well as in the vibrant communities and rich histories of our congrega-tions. On September 8th St. Matthew’s will be joining with many churches throughout the country to honor our anniversary with a dedicated day of service. The theme, “God’s Work; Our Hands,” is meant to offer everyone an opportunity to serve and experience what it means to be part of addressing the needs of our community. From 9:45-10:45 we will offer hands-on service opportunities throughout the church. Children and youth will be involved as well through Sunday school activities geared towards the church-wide theme, “God’s Work Our Hands!” “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new

creation; the old has gone, the new has come”! 2 Corinthians 5:17

Mum Sale in September! Annual Chrysanthemum Sale Sept 15th. Greater Tosa Interfaith will be selling potted chrysanthemums after our services. The flowers are in 8-inch pots and sell for $6.00 each or two plants for $11.00. These beautiful plants are great for memorials, fall gardens or as a gift. Proceeds support Greater Tosa Interfaith Neighborhood Outreach Program which is a ministry connecting older neighbors with a caring community.

September 22Churches, Temples & Other Sacred Places of New Zealand and FijiWelcome our returning members, Tim & Jean Jorgenson, from their work and travel in New Zealand. Equipped with stories of the Maori culture, spiritual traditions and the status of the Christian church in New Zealand they are looking forward to sharing their experience with us. Photos will be featured that bring this beautiful land and people to light.Facilitated by Tim and Jean Jorgenson September 29Children’s Organ Transplant AssociationJoin us to learn more about the importance of organ donation and how a organization called Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) works to ensure that children whose families cannot afford the costs of an organ transplant will not be left off the waiting list for organs. The issue is very important for Ruth and Steve Mielke of our congregation who have a 18 year nephew on the heart transplant list. Please come and learn more about COTA and the importance of organ donation (www.cota.org and www.unos.org). Facilitated by Steve and Ruth Mielke

Upcoming Dates and EventsYoga Classes to begin again September 10 We are pleased to share that Kelly Kirtley has offered to continue with St. Matthew’s Yoga classes on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Beginners are welcome. The free classes are held on the third floor of the Education wing at St. Matthew’s.

CIA’s 2013 Clean Up for Reformation - Do you have items to donate? This is the annual event through which a small group rents trucks to transport items to Reformation! Saturday, September 14 is the date for our annual Clean Up for The Neighborhood Store at Reformation Church. Furniture is our main objective, but we will also pick up appliances, area rugs (rolled and tied), dishes (well packed), and lamps. To assist with the cost of trucks, a minimum donation of $5 is appreciated. **We have a new sign up procedure this year.** If you would like to schedule a pick up, please leave your information on the Google Doc found at

http://tinyurl.com/reformationhaulThe link can also be found on the St. Matthew’s website. In order to reserve the appropriate number of trucks, we are asking that you sign up Today. We can only pick up items that have been registered in advance. We are also looking for help to unload the trucks at Reformation (around 1-2pm). If you are interested in helping, please contact Emily Wanezek 414-476-8175 or emwanezek@hotmail.com.

Healing Service: Each month you are welcome to attend a healing prayer service. Come to one of the healing stations, describe the prayer concern, and members of the healing prayer team will gather around you and offer a healing prayer. The prayer can be for someone else or yourself. Upcoming dates are:

Sun., Sept. 15 after the 11:00 serviceSun., Oct. 20 during the 11:00 serviceSun. Nov. 17 after the 11:00 service

Monthly craft workshops planned -We welcome all to come: The Sustainable Crafters will be meeting on the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring your lunch. We’ll be creating items to sell at a Christmas sale. First session: September 18, 2013.

The First Fall Quilt Blitz! Join us on Saturday, September 21st from 9:00-1:30 for our September Quilt Blitz in Fellowship Hall. The group does a variety of activities to see how many quilts we can complete by the end of the event. Tasks include cutting, layering and and sewing, quilts to be tied, and a bit of handwork. Bond-ing friendships are a plus. Bring your own lunch and beverage; veggie salad provid-ed. Come when you can and leave when you must. All are welcome. Contact Bev Etzelmueller at 262-250-3969 with ques-tions. No reservations needed.

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“Rise With the Guys” Men’s Breakfast October 5, 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. Pastor Gary Erickson, Lincoln historian, returns to speak on the topic of the Gettysburg 150th Anniversary. All men are invited for a morning of great food, great fellowship and a great message! The full breakfast is an awesome way to begin your day. Friends are welcome. Sign up on the sign-up panel in today’s bulletin, or call or email the church office to sign up.

Fall Men’s Bible StudyFive Wednesday Nights: Oct. 2 –30, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.“In the Dust of the Rabbi: Becoming a Disciple” Join us for a look at what it really meant to be a practicing disciple through a DVD series by Ray Vander Laan. The video presentations were filmed on location in Israel and Turkey, and provide historical insight into life as a disciple. Our bible study and discussion will focus on how we can better follow Jesus and be a modern disciple in our daily lives. “Follow a Rabbi, drink in his words, and be covered in the dust of his feet” (ancient Jewish proverb) Details on Study sign up coming soon. Contact Brian Due at 378-7272 or duedrops@sbcglobal.net with any questions.

Upcoming Dates and EventsFor those with interest in an Adult Mission Trip to help our Oklahoma neighbors In Luke’s gospel a lawyer asks Jesus, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus responds by telling the story of the Good Samaritan, a story that calls us to move beyond our comfort zone to reach out and help others. We have that opportunity in Moore, Oklahoma where on May 20, a level 5 tornado touched down killing 23 people, injuring about 400, and destroying over 1,100 homes. Based on a mission trip currently being run by St. Luke’s in Waukesha, plans are taking shape for St. Matthew’s to do a similar trip some time this spring. There will be a meeting on September 24 to share information on a St. Matthew’s trip.

The First Fridays Book Group has released their 2013-2014 reading list! Pick up the complete list at the Welcome Center. So that you can begin acquiring and reading the titles, here are the first two:Oct. 4 Doc: A Novel by Mary Doria Russell (432 pages)Nov. 1 Gone Girl: A Novel by Gillian Flynn (432 pages)The First Fridays Book Group meets at 7:00 p.m. on the dates listed in the Upper Room. You don’t need to read each book in order to come to the discussion; pick and choose the ones you like. The list is also on our website - www.stmattslutheran.org - go to “Connect & Grow” then “Adult Classes and Bible Studies”

“Dinner Is Served” also known as “WOW” resumes for the fall semester. Dinner is available from 5:30-6:15 for $5 in the Youth Room. Drop in to eat, do homework, talk to your friends and unwind before Confirmation (7:00) and Choir (6:00). This month’s dates are September 11 and 18th. Questions? See Gretchen

Making Your Voice HeardWhat if people in power Could hear your voice?ELCA advocacy ministry speaks for biblical values: peacemaking, hospitality to strangers, care for creation, and concern for people living in poverty and struggling with hunger and disease. Lutherans believe advocacy is a public witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ where the Church speaks with and on behalf of others in need. ELCA advocacy works for change in public policy based on the experience of Lutheran ministries, programs, and projects around the world and in communities across the United States. Be a part of the ELCA advocacy effort by signing up for the e-Advocacy network. (http://www.elca.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Justice/Advocacy or Google ELCA E Advocacy) The advocacy office takes position consistent with ELCA social policy language, and with reference to this church’s membership in ecumenical and international bodies.Check the Social Ministry Table in the Commons for more information.

Confirmation Information for 7th-8th-9th graders:

Confirmation class with Pr. Chris begins in September Confirmation Class meets each Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. September’s schedule is as follows:

September 4th - Big Group (Creation) - Parent NightSeptember 11th - Big Group (The Fall)Sept. 13-14 - Overnight Retreat at St. Matthew’s (People of Promise)September 18 - Big Group (Moses & the Exodus)September 25 - Fellowship Night

Confirmation class for 9th gradersmeets only in fall - Confirmation Service for 9th graders is Sunday, Nov. 10 at 1:30 p.m. Ninth grade Confirmation class meets on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15 beginning on September 4 and ending on November 6th. In nine short sessions we will explore, through various activities and discussions, what it means to live out your faith. The first session on September 4 will begin with a short meeting for parents and 9th graders from 7:00-7:20 to go over the schedule and expectations. Class dates this fall are as follows:September 4, 11, 18 and 25October 2, 9, 16, 23 - No Class on Oct. 30November 6 - Rehearsal for Confirmation ServiceSunday November 10 - Confirmation Service, 1:30 p.m.

Attention Parents of K4 - 2nd gradersPraise Kids!New Season starts September 26, 4:00 to 5:00Our youngest members of our church can join in singing praises to our Lord. Praise Kids! offers all children who are age 4 (Jr. Kindergarten) through 2nd grade a chance in being part of the children’s ministry of the church. This group helps to teach our youngest about God, the Church and Family through musical games, activities, learning time and singing. Praise Kids is held on Thursday afternoons, starting September 26, from 4:00 to 5:00.Jeff Reeves and Amy Dankwardt lead our singers in age appropriate music education activities and singing.The Schedule:4:00-4:15: Gathering Time and snacks4:15-5:00: Age appropriate music activities and singingSign up by contacting Jeff Reeves or John Para-dowski: jrpmuzik@sbcglobal.net

Come join us to RING! You’ve seen them in action and are you thinking, “I want to try that.” We have the chance for you to give it a ring. The Tuesday morning handbell choir, The EmBELLishments, is always looking for new ringers to join the handbell fun. Have you ever wanted to give it a try? See what this handbell stuff is all about? This is your chance. This handbell choir meets every Tuesday at 9:30-10:30, starting September 17. No experience needed! We have fun as we learn new music and the techniques of handbell ringing. If you have any questions please talk with John Paradowski at the church. 414-774-0441 or JRPmuzik@sbcglobal.net

When do Choirs Start? All are welcome to join in singing or ringing. Take a look at the choir schedule and join in praising our Lord.

Bells Angels (Adults) meets Thursdays at 6:15Senior Choir meets Thursdays at 7:30Godsbells (4-6 grades) meets Tuesdays starting 9/10 at 6:00Righteous Ringers (7-12 grades) meets Tuesdays starting 9/10 at 7:00New Creation Choir meets Wednesdays starting 9/11 at 7:00New Generation Choir meets Wednesdays starting 9/11 at 6:00The EmBELLishments meet Tuesdays starting 9/17 at 9:30Praise Kids! meets Thursdays starting 9/26 at 4:00

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El Salvador Trip Sign-Up Deadline is September 15th The sign-up deadline for those interested in being part of the January trip to El Salvador is September 15. The trip, which will take place January 7 – 16, is open to college-aged youth and adults. Please talk to Gretchen Haugse or Pastor Chris if you are interested.

2013 Special Funds ReportResults as of 9/01/2013 are

Balance in Bldg. Improvement Fund to date $474,609Hunger baskets, year-to-date, for Hunger $6,5672013 Benevolence through August 31 $236,000

including Kingdom Account Distributions

Cross Lutheran Church Tutoring Needed - An Opportunity for You?If you enjoy helping a kid to “learn the basics” there may be an opportunity for you. Our partner church Cross Lutheran, in collaboration with Fox Point Lutheran, is expanding this fall in their second full year of a youth tutoring program. If St. Matthew’s can create a pool of volunteers, we could help Cross expand their program into the 4th to 6th grade years. The program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. including a shared meal we would collaborate on bringing to the tutored kids. As part of a team your skills and availability could be shared to fill the needs of the program. No need to tutor 2 nights per week. Learning materials and guidance are included. They would like to begin the program expansion later this fall. We look forward to hearing from you. Please find out more by contacting: Dave Weinberg-Kinsey (414-202-9525) or Pr Margaret.

Ongoing Collection for Guest House: We have updated the list of ongoing needs for the Guest House. Please consider picking up one or two of these items when you’re shopping and drop them off in the box outside the church office. Thanks for your support of this important ministry.

Spray deodorant ShampooBody Wash Foot PowderCologne or aftershaveLaundry Bags Men’s watchesMen’s wallets

Youth Choir Programs:Come Join us to Sing and Ring St. Matthew’s has a number of outstanding opportunities for our children & youth to be part of the music ministry and share their gifts with our church family.

New Creation Choir For grades 3-6 Jeff Reeves and John Paradowski direct the New Creation Choir singing God’s praises. Having children lead us in worship is very important and we always welcome this group helping us praise our Lord. They rehearse Wednesday evenings at 7:00 to 8:00, starting September 11.

New Generation Choir Also for 7th through 12th grades the New Generation Choir is a great opportunity to sing the praises of our Lord with each other. A variety of musical styles are sung and we help in worship once a month. This group meets on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45, starting September 11.

Godsbells For 4th through 6th grade Godsbells is offered as a great way to meet new friends, serve your church, and have fun learning about music and how to ring chimes and handbells. All children are welcome. Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 6:00 to 6:45, starting September 10. A musical background is not necessary! Please see or call Jeff if you are interested in having your child be part of this group. 414-774-0441

Righteous Ringers Then for the older youth (7th through 12th grades) the Righteous Ringers handbell group is open for all interested youth. Contact Jeff Reeves for information. This group meets on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 7:45, starting September 10. They learn handbell music to play in worship and have a great time

Coffee and Chocolate Sales are back! See the display in the Commons near the windows.

Chocolate for Sale!LWR Fair Trade Chocolate available at St. Matthew’s: “Divine Chocolate” - Chocolate made with Fair Trade certified Cocoa beans grown by a farmer owned cooperative in Ghana, is available for purchase the 2nd & 4th Sundays of each month at the Mt. Meru Coffee/LWR Chocolate Project table, in “milk chocolate” or “dark chocolate” flavors. Not only do these farmers receive Fair Trade premiums for their cocoa beans, they are part-owners of the Divine Chocolate brand processing co. Bars come in two sizes. This opportunity is brought to us by Rosie Haas, our LWR Divine Chocolate ambassador.

Buy Mt. Meru Coffee each 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month Mt. Meru Coffee Project continues to pour Justice. Thank you for your active support in this outreach ministry. Not a coffee drinker? Buy some for a gift for someone who loves coffee! It’s a good quality product. For more information about the Mt. Meru Coffee Project, visit the coffee sales table on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month or contact Bruce Johnson at 476-3012.“Justice Never Tasted So Good.”

The St. Matthew’s Meal Outreach Ministry

Serenity Inn:Volunteers prepare and serve 6-8 residents the second Sunday of each month. Volunteers carpool meeting at church at 5:15 returning at 7:15. If you are available and would like to participate on October 13, please contact coordinator Christopher Bartelt at <Barteltcm@gmail.com>. Thank you to all who participate in this special ministry.

Cross Lutheran Lunch ProgramWe serve 300-400 people on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at Cross Lutheran Church, 1821 N. 16th Street. We carpool from St. Matthew’s at 10:45 a.m. and serve from 11:30-1:00. Next Meal: Wednesday, September 25, 2013. Pick up a card in worship on the Sunday prior to the meal to donate food.

Just One More:Volunteers assemble packaged meals to be picked up by area churches and programs on Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Call Larry Jurss at 414-257-3595. Many volunteers are needed each Monday; you don’t need to come every week in order to participate.

Guest House:We need 4 or 5 volunteers on the second Sunday of each month to prepare and serve a nutritious and deli-cious meal for 100 men at the Guest House, a home-less shelter. We meet at the church at 5:00 pm to carpool and finish by 7:00 pm. Sign up at the church, or contact Carl Johnson (johnsoncr@cdmsmith.com), or 414-771-1023. Seeking volunteers to serve on October 13.

Repairers of the Breach:We supply 100 bag lunches for the homeless twice a month. We pack the lunches at church on the 2nd and 4th Sunday mornings at 9:45 a.m. Volunteers are needed to provide beverages, fruit, chips and sweets and/or pack the lunches. Contact Tom Geib (414-321-3391).

Reformation Store Needs Your Help at the store The store is in great need of people to sort and stock during the summer. They welcome volunteers on Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon or Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. All ages are welcome. This is a great way to volunteer with your family. If you have a few hours to spare, please call Diane Roznowski, Store Volunteer Director at 414/807-7451 to say “Yes! I’ll be a part of this wonderful ministry!” for a morning or afternoon.

Reformation Lutheran Church Neighborhood Store Needs: • Small appliances (i.e., toasters, crock

pots, electric frypans, irons) • Towels and bed linens, comforters &

pillows • Cookware, bakeware, dish sets,

utensils, storage containers • Silverware, dishes, and glassware in

sets of 4 or more • Sheet sets, especially full, queen and

kingSummer items needed: (working) air conditioners & fans, patio sets/umbrellas, wading pools, bikes in good repair, basketballs, kickballs, jump ropes, coolers, fishing equipment, etc.Bring these items to the collection area at the west entrance of the Education Building entrance (southwest entrance).

Simply Giving: St. Matthew’s Stewardship Committee partners with Thrivent Financial for electronic transfer of contributions from parishioners’ checking or savings accounts directly to St. Matthew’s bank account. For more information or to request enrollment documents, contact Holly in the church office, 414-774-0441 or holly@stmattslutheran.org.

Bulletin BoardAl’s Run - Come Support Joseph Zeuske and family’s Team: “Joe’s Jedi”. Joseph has been cared for and supported by Children’s Hospital, and now is an opportunity to give back to this incredible place of healing. Join us on Saturday, September 14 at 10:00 at 12th and Wisconsin. Donate to Joseph’s team -Team Name “Joe’s Jedi.” For more information see this websitehttp://tinyurl.com/joesjedi or call Dan/Karen Zeuske at 262-367-1082.

Interfaith Job Opportunities now available for personal care workers and school support coordinator. See details at www.interfaithmilw.org/jobs.

These bulletin announcements can be seen beginning each Friday on our website: www.stmattslutheran.org. If you wish to be added to the Friday bulletin email list, please sign up on the bottom of the Events Sign-Up panel in today’s bulletin (or contact Sonja Mohr at sonjamohr@me.com) and you will begin receiving the announcements as well as other notices on Fridays.

Nearby Home for Sale: Brick two story Tudor with 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, natural fireplace and many updates. Located on a picturesque tree-lined street just blocks from Tosa Village, Tosa East High School and St. Matthew’s church. Call 414-453-6731.

Save the Date: St. Matthew’s Senior Choir will present a Christmas Concert, “O Holy Light,” on Friday, December 13. We hope you will plan to attend this special presentation.

A good, used van is needed for the Meal Outreach Ministry. We are looking for the donation of a used van/minivan for use by the volunteers and staff of the Meal Outreach Ministry. Tax credit could be available for this donation. Please contact one of the pastors or the church office to learn more about this need.

Job Opening: Administrative Assistant, Part Time: 5 hours per day, Monday-Friday; Responsible for providing administrative support to Executive Risk Brokers. This position requires a high degree of multi-tasking, positive attitude and professionalism. For further information contact Dan Kwiecinski atDkwiecinski@hayscompanies.com

Deborah Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 10 at 11:30 a.m. at Applebee’s on 68th & State Streets. Meeting to follow; at church in the Upper Room.

A note about your valuable items: A reminder to our members and guests that each week as you come to church, any valuable items should be kept with you and not left in coat pockets or in an unlocked space.

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“Keep it Moving... Keep it Safe”!

We are pleased to welcome everyone to worship, service and education on Sunday mornings at St. Matthew’s. Our building is a busy place and so is our parking lot! We have observed that the parking lot area near the entrance doors is especially busy from 10:40-11:00, when Sunday School students are leaving and 11:00 worshippers are arriving.

To ensure the safety of our children and to promote safe access to worship we are asking parents who are picking up children from Sunday School to “Keep it Moving...Keep it Safe!” This is similar to what many schools do. Here’s how it works:

• Please try to park your vehicle in a parking spot and enter the building to wait for your child to be released from Sunday School.

• If your child is waiting outside you may stop in front of the education doors to pick them up.

• If your child has not been released yet, please continue to drive forward, circle left onto Milwaukee Avenue and re-enter the parking lot.

• A Welcome volunteer will be directing cars to “Keep Moving” if the child is not available for pick up.

Parking Lot Welcome Volunteers are needed! If you are a Sunday School parent and could help just one morning this year please contact sueswing@sbcglobal.net or sign up in the bulletin starting September 8.

St. Matthew’s Weekly Sign-Up PanelSeptember 8, 2013

If you are interested in any of the following activities/events, please check the appropriate box and place this sheet in the offering plate, or turn it in to the church office. This is your opportunity to be involved in some of St. Matthew’s ministries.

I could serve as a Sunday Morning Nursery Volunteer from 9:45-10:45 a.m.,

scheduled on a rotating basis.

I can help with the parking lot as a ÒP arking Lot Welcome VolunteerÓ on one Sunday this year. (See announcement in bulletin for details)

I would like to attend the Men’s Breakfast “Rise With the Guys” on Saturday, October 5. Number attending _____

I would like to participate in the Men’s Bible Study on the evenings of Oct. 2 - 30 on “Becoming a Disciple.”

I am interested in helping with tutoring at Cross Lutheran Church on Tuesday and/or Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Please contact me with details.

I am interested in the Adult Mission Trip which is in the preliminary stages of planning.

I am interested in helping with Serenity Inn meal occasionally, and would like more information.

I’m interested in the January 2014 Trip to El Salvador.

Please add my email address to the list of people receiving the Friday “Bulletin Update,Ó a preview of the announcements in the upcoming Sunday’s bulletin.

Name_______________________________ Phone Number_________________

Email Address _________________________________________________________

For more information on any of these opportunities,please call or email the church office, 414-774-0441 or office@stmattslutheran.org

Ministers ThePeopleofSt.Matthew’sEv.LutheranChurchLeadPastor TheRev.ChristopherJ.P.MankePastor TheRev.MargaretSchoeweMusicMinister/Organist/NewGeneration&AdultHandbellChoirs JohnR.ParadowskiDirectorofOlderAdultMinistries JaneSandstromDirectorofYouthMinistries&Children’sEducationCoordinator GretchenHaugseVolunteerMinistries/SmallGroups/AdultEducation SueSwingChildren’sMinistryCoordinator DonnaGardnerMankePastors’Assistant/SundaySchoolSupport EmilyWanezekChurchLibrarian(volunteer) BevEtzelmuellerTechnologyCoordinator BrianSmithSeniorChoirDirector DavidMohrYouthHandbellChoirs JeffreyReevesNewCreationChoir JeffreyReevesandJohnParadowski;HeideHughes,accompanistPraiseKids!Directors(Jr.K-2grades) JeffReevesandAmyDankwardtFinanceSecretary HollyJurssOfficeAssistant JillDueCommunicationsSecretary SonjaMohrJanitor JohnSwensonPastorEmeritus TheRev.GaryErickson

Vision Statement: Guided byGod’s Spirit andGrace, we are a community ofdisciplesgrowinginfaith,hopeandloveinourLordandSaviorJesusChrist.(What we want to become)

Mission Statement: Called to fulfill the Great Commission, St. Matthew’swelcomesalltofaithinJesusChrist,nurturesourfaithjourney,equipsustoserveothers,andsendsusintotheworldtomakeadifferenceinJesus’name.(What we are going to do)

Values: Wewant to be people who grow in our Spiritual fruitfulness, which isshown through the Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness,Goodness,Faithfulness,Gentleness,Self-control.(Who we want to be)