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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.

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Welcome to St. Matthew’s today! February 2, 2014

Welcome to St. Matthew’s Church: 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.Introduction for the Day: The Presentation of Our Lord is referred to in some corners of the church as Candlemas because of an ancient tradition of blessing all the candles to be used in the church in the coming year at the mass celebrated that day. It was a way of underscoring the truth of Simeon’s confession that this baby Jesus was “a light for

revelation to the Gentiles” and a light for the glory to Israel. Let the light of every candle in church be a little epiphany of the love of God for all people in the person of God’s son, Jesus, the light of the world.We rejoice with The Cortright Family as four of their children enter into the sacrament of baptism during the Education Hour. The children of Brad and Jennifer Cortright, Wauwatosa, they are Autumn, Lauren, Julian and Fallon. Autumn and Lauren will receive their First Communion at today’s afternoon service.Communion Celebrated Today: Today the 5th graders will be welcomed to the Lord’s table as they receive their first communion at a special 1:30 p.m. service. As a reminder that that table is large and inclusive, the altarpiece today is a rendering of the last supper from Tanzania, and the small wooden representation of the Last Supper in the chancel comes to us from El Salvador. Please wear a Nametag today: The first and third Sundays when you wear a nametag, you give others the opportunity to know your name. In so doing, we can become better acquainted as a church family. Greet someone new today!Hunger Baskets to be passed today: During the offering, a basket will be passed following the offering plate. The second collection will be directed toward local and world hunger. St. Matthew’s has always had a faithful focus on alleviating hunger in our world, and dedicating this collection on the 1st and third Sundays of each month helps to carry out that commitment. Also much appreciated are food items for Reformation Lutheran Church’s Food Pantry, which can be placed in the collection area in the parking lot entrance.

Evan AbrahamsonTaylor BeardyLinnea BergmanCharlie BockElla BrewerJoseph ByrneTatum CatalanoSage CollinsAutumn CortrightLauren CortrightCalvin DobbeDaniel DobersteinJennifer ElliottAlexandra Evans

Margaret FassbenderMitchel FassbenderWilliam FossumSarah GiffordClaire HanusMadeline HeulerMaggie HoltonMaya IdingMaggie KasdorfElla LaatschTara MetzkeAna MichaelsonJayce Minette

Ava O’Leary ZovicColin OquistBlake PliskieGavin SayrsAmelia ScheiberIsabella SmithAdam SoczkaElla StockbauerCorey SuchyNora TanelElena WilliamsJason WintersGrace Yuergens

St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church

Service of First CommunionFebruary 2, 2014

1:30 p.m.

We welcome the following young people and their families as they celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion for the first time. We pray that the gift of Holy Communion will be a blessing for them throughout their lives.

Bulletin Announcements - February 2, 2014St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church - www.stmattslutheran.org

February 2 - February 23; a 4-part seriesLed by John Paradowski, St. Matthew’s Minister of Music & Worship PlannerWorship MattersAn invitation...to explore the why and the how of worship. Have you ever had questions about why we do what we do in worship? What are the foundations and practices of Lutheran worship? This series will help us to grow into a richer understanding of the foundations of Lutheran worship. With a focus on the principal gathering around word and sacrament, we will explore the foundational questions about why we gather, how we encounter God in worship, and how that encounter shapes our response in both our communities and our world. Topics include the church year, the lectionary, holy baptism, holy communion, corporate prayer, worship and culture, and more.

* * * * * * *Older Adult Ministry Offers a program on February 12: Program Roc Whitesell, concierge at Pfister HotelOur SAINTS gathering on February 12 is very fortunate to have as our presenter a concierge of the historic Pfister Hotel.After 17 years as concierge, Mr. Roc Whitesettle has many stories and insights to share. While he is now semi-retired, he still works often enough to add to his experiences. I’m sure he will be enlightening. Sign up at the SAINTS information area near the church library. When: Wednesday, February 12 - 11:00 AMWhere: Fellowship Hall Lunch to follow

Weekly Adult Forum - Join the class in the

“Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World”

Finding Intimacy with GOD In the Busyness of Life

An invitation for every woman who feels she isn’t godly enough...isn’t loving enough … isn’t doing enough… The life of a woman today isn’t really all that different from that of Mary and Martha in the New Testament. Like Mary, you long to sit at the Lord’s feet...but the daily demands of a busy world just won’t leave you alone. Like Martha, you love Jesus and really want to serve him...yet you struggle with weariness, resentment, and feelings of inadequacy. We will learn how all of us - Marys and Marthas alike - can draw closer to our Lord, deepening our devotion, strengthening our service, and doing both with less stress and greater joy.

Women’s StudyFebruary 17-April 76:30-8:00 P.M.Cost: $10 (includes partici-pant workbook)Childcare provided

Sign up at the Welcome Center at church or contact Sue Swing; sueswing@sbcglobal.net or 414-774-0441.

ADD BACK IN FOR FEBRUARY @Ò Worship is central to the Christian life. The crucified and risen Christ is present at the center of the assembly gathered around the means of grace. Through the word proclaimed and sacraments celebrated, the Holy Spirit is at work. Lives are changed. Sins are forgiven. The alienated are reconciled. Strangers are welcomed. Unbelief gives way to faith. God is praised. Worship matters!Ó Former Presiding ELCA Bishop Mark S. Hanson

Men: A great way to begin your weekThe Monday Morning Men’s Bible Study meets each Monday morning at 6:30 a.m. to study, to discuss, to share. All men are welcome. For more information, call Mark Petersen, 476-7299 or Bill Brown, 774-4017.

Has your 1st - 5th grader come to KFC/DOC? It’s a blast! Kids for Christ and Disciples of Christ Children’s Ministries Groups meet monthly. Our children’s ministries KFC (Kids for Christ - grades 1-3) and DOC (Disciples of Christ - grades 4-5) come together for fun, fellowship, devotion and food. Friends can also come along. Bring $4 for lunch. Led by Donna Gardner Manke. Kids for Christ (grades 1-3) Sunday, February 9, 12:15-2:00 p.m.Disciples of Christ (grades 4-5) Sunday, Feb. 16, 12:15-2:00 p.m.

“Dinner Is Served” also known as W.O.W. 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). Last Date: February 12

7th and 8th Grade Confirmation classes end as Lent begins Pastor Chris’s confirmation program ends its classes and leads into Lenten Wednesdays. Confirmation students are asked to attend Lenten services at 7:15 Wednesday Evenings, March 12-April 9. Eighth Graders are expected to be working on their mentor packets. The Final exam for this year’s confirmation classes is on Wednesday February 12. Questions can be directed to Pr. Chris.

ADD BACK IN WHENEVER POSSIBLE

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. Dec. 22 at the 8:30 serviceSunday, Jan. 12 at 9:45 a.m.Sunday, Feb. 16 during the 11:00 service

The First Fridays Book Group meet each First Friday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Upper Room. Pick up the complete list at the Welcome Center. 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 Ò Connect & GrowÓ then Ò Adult Classes and Bible StudiesÓFebruary 7: Ragtime: A Novel by E.L. Doctorow

Jr. and Sr. High Ski Trip Coming Up in MARCH: This year’s annual ski trip to the Upper Peninsula will take place the weekend of March 7th – 9th. We’ll leave St. Matthew’s on Friday afternoon, March 7th and return Sunday evening, March 9th. All middle school and high school students are invited. Friends are also welcome. Cost is $170 to cover the cost of the bus and two days of skiing. (Meals and rentals are extra). Registration slips are available at the Welcome Center and the office. If you have any questions, talk to Gretchen.

4-5 Year Olds & 1-2 Graders: Praise Kids!! begins winter-spring season - February 6 We wish to offer you an invitation for your little one(s) to join in the music making here at St. Matthew’s—Praise Kids! 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. Praise Kids is held on Thursday afternoons, starting again February 6, from 4:00 to 5:00. Jeff Reeves and Amy Dankwardt (with Sarah Widder and John Paradowski) 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 singingThe group will sing for worship once a month through May. For more information please contact Jeff Reeves at the church.

Needed

Help with our “Pastor’s Discretionary Fund” - - Pastor Chris and Pastor Margaret look across the congregation and see where there might be special needs – families struggling to make ends meet, maybe the loss of a job or health concerns get in the way – and we talk about what we can do to help. Where needed, money is given to help with material needs and to let people know that they are part of our family and that St Matthew’s – all of you – care.During the year we also do some of this ministry as needs arise within the congregation and from outside. While amounts given to outsiders who approach us are small, they nonetheless add up over the year.Money in our “Pastor’s Fund” comes

from designated donations and memorial funds and from time to time needs to be replenished. If you would like to help with this ministry, please make a donation in any amount that you are comfortable with.

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.

Confirmation packets for recently confirmed 9th graders are available on a table in the Library Commons (outside the library). The packets include a certificate, bulletin from the confirmation service and a photo, if ordered.

Caregivers’ Support

All are welcome at monthly healing servicesHealing services are offered monthly at St. Matthew’s at a variety of times to give all the opportunity to come forward for healing prayer for themselves or others. You can share your concern with the pastor/leader at the altar, and then he/she along with the healing ministries will lay on hands and give a special prayer for your concern. Here are the next dates: Sunday, February 16 at the 11:00 serviceWednesday, March 5 following the 10:30 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. Ash Wednesday services

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 February 9 or March 9, please contact coordinator Christopher Bartelt at <Barteltcm@gmail.com>.

Cross Lutheran Lunch Program We 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, February 26, 2014. 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 9:00 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 to prepare and serve a nutritious and delicious meal for 115 men at the Guest House, a homeless 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 donations of cookies and volunteers for March 9 and April 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).

Don’t Miss Our Annual Dinner Auction! Event on February 7th Will Support Youth Mission TripDinner, entertainment, and a chance to bid on an array of items will be offered on Friday, February 7th. Come early to view and bid on the many auction items that will be on display. Auction viewing is from 5:30 – 6:30, with bids closing at 6:30. Dinner and entertainment begin at 6:30. Suggested donation for the meal is $5 for adults, and $3 for children 10 and under. All proceeds from this fun event will support next summer’s mission trip to Washington D.C., where we will work with various agencies addressing the problem of food insecurity.

Caregivers Group meets 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons - Sharing joys and challenges The caregivers group will meet on the following dates at 1 p.m. in the Upper Room. The group

is facilitated by Sharon Thiel,

Men’s Retreat @ St. Matthew’sSaturday, February 22nd

Facilitator: Dr. Fran OddenTopic: “Wholeness”

Stop for a moment and reflect on the quality of your life. Are you feeling: Satisfied? Energetic? Healthy? How can we get the many dimensions of our busy lives working together in ‘harmony’? It will be time for worship, time for fellowship and time for fun. The retreat will be at St. Matthew’s, with registration beginning at 8:00 and ending at 3:30 p.m. Registration has now begun in the Up-per Commons or in the church office.Cost is $20 with scholarships available.

Women!Save the dates for St. Matthew’s Women’s Retreat March 21st to 23rd - The Retreat will take place at the newly expanded Siena Center in Racine. Signup will begin in February. Thanks to the planning committee who are working hard to make it a special weekend. We are pleased to share that Pr. Jane Timmerman, daughter of our congregation, will lead the retreat.

Needed: A small television for a member whose TV no longer functions. This TV would preferably be 12 inches diagonally maximum; also it needs to be able to receive stations “over the air” as there is no cable connection. If you have one to donate, bring it to the church office.

Tosa Home for Sale: 3/4 bedroom, 2 bath home, close to schools and church. Newer heating/cooling systems and windows. All appliances included. Call soon for special early-bird pricing. 414-777-0141 or 414-704-8737.

Photo Directory Photography You’re not pictured in the St. Matthew’s Online Church Directory? Now’s your chance to join approx. 375 current households in the directory. This directory has become a popular item among members looking to get to know names and faces better, as well as to find addresses and phone numbers for other members. The photography date is Sunday, February 23. Look for the sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center to choose a time for your photo.

An Opportunity to Support the Moore Oklahoma Adult Mission TripOur Mission Trip team is coming together nicely – about 20 people. We’ve identified the skills of participants and are awaiting news of our assignment. The team will be housed at University Lutheran Church in Norman Oklahoma – an ELCA church. Work will be done in nearby Moore to help rebuild after a May 2013, tornado that killed 24 people and destroyed 1150 homes. We’re hoping to keep the cost of the trip at about $250 per participant with scholarships available for 1-2 people. The dates are March 9-15, 2014. If you would like to support this work, but are unable to go on the trip, please make your contribution payable to St Matthew’s with Moore Oklahoma Mission Trip in the memo line. And thank you for all your support through prayers and encouraging words.

New Member Classes Start February 9th! God has given us the gift of Christian community. It provides for two of our most basic needs. The church can be a place to belong and a place to become. If you have had an opportunity to worship with us and would like to learn more about St. Matthew’s please consider attending our membership classes in February and March. Don’t forget to complete the yellow Welcome card in the pew rack or stop at the Welcome Center after worship to complete a card. This will get you on the mailing list for New Member classes. There are 4 New Member sessions on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45. Sessions will be held on February 9, February 16, February 23 and March 2. Childcare is available in the Nursery. Fellowship and Small Groups at St. Matthew’sSpiritual Gifts and ServingWhat Does it Mean to be Lutheran? Who We Are at St. Matthew’s New Member Sunday will be on Sunday, March 9th at the 8:30 service! Contact Sue Swing or the church office if you plan to attend.

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.

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.

Ministry Scheduler ProSunday morning volunteers are scheduled utilizing Ministry Scheduler Pro (MSP), an on-line scheduling program. If you are a Sunday morning volunteer and need the log-in information please contact Sue Swing; sueswing@sbcglobal.net.

MSP Tip of the WeekThe schedule for February-May is now live on-line. Please log in and check for your upcoming scheduled dates to serve on Sunday mornings! If you don’t have e-mail the schedules are being sent in the mail to your home address.If you have any questions or concerns please contact Sue Swing at sueswing@sbcglobal or 414-774-0441.

Has your 1st - 5th grader come to KFC/DOC? It’s a blast!Kids for Christ and Disciples of Christ Children’s Ministries Groups meet monthly. Our children’s ministries KFC (Kids for Christ - grades 1-3) and DOC (Disciples of Christ - grades 4-5) come together for fun, fellowship, devotion and food. Friends can also come along. Bring $4 for lunch. Led by Donna Gardner Manke. The meeting dates and times are:Kids for Christ (grades 1-3) Friday, December 6th, 6 - 8 p.m.Disciples of Christ (grades 4-5) Friday, December 6, 6-8 p.m.

Social MinistryReformation Store Needs Your Help at the storeThe store is in great need of people to sort and stock. They welcome volunteers on Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon or Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. All ages are welcome. 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.

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.

Now is CSA subscription time: Consider a CSA subscription for the growing season: Known as CSA’s (Community Supported Agriculture) there are a number of sites around the Milwaukee area that offer Ò sharesÓ in their farm in exchange for boxes of produce throughout the summer. Sign up for the 2014 season has begun. To locate the farms with a drop off convenient for you check out www.localharvest.org/csa/ Once again the home of Kristen and John Charlson (St. Matthew’s members) will be a drop off site for TIPI Produce CSA. For more information on the TIPI farm check www.tipiproduce.com Joining a CSA is a good way to support local farmers and enjoy organic fresh seasonal vegetables. If you have any questions feel free to contact either Kristen Charlson (jkcharlson@gmail.com 414-476-5578) or Dee Birschel (deeb@wi.rr.com 414-476-5971)

2013 Special Funds ReportResults as of 1/19/2014 are

Balance in Bldg. Improvement Fund to date $20,099 Hunger baskets, year-to-date, for Hunger $8092013 Benevolence through December 31 $345,000

including Kingdom Account Distributions

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. 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.

All are welcome at monthly healing servicesHealing services are offered monthly at St. Matthew’s at a variety of times to give all the opportunity to come forward for healing prayer for themselves or others. You can share your concern with the pastor/leader at the altar, and then he/she along with the healing ministries will lay on hands and give a special prayer for your concern. Your concern can be general if there are concerns you don’t wish to share specifically.Here are the dates coming up in 2014:Sunday, February 16 at the 11:00 serviceWednesday, March 5 following the 10:30 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. Ash Wednesday servicesMaundy Thursday, April 17th following the 10:30 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. ServicesSunday, May 11 - Mother’s Day Education Time, 9:45 a.m.

HEARTS FOR HEALER’S ART NEEDED!Once again, we are offering the Healer’s Art program for first-year medical students at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Healer’s Art, a program developed by Rachel Remen, MD (author of Kitchen Table Wisdom, and other works,) focuses on helping medical students reflect upon and enhance the human qualities of heart, emotions and intuition to complement the science of medicine. During the course, students will be given small, hand-sewn stuffed hearts as a tangible symbol of their journey. We are hoping to get 60 or more hearts this year. At least 6 hearts are needed by Sunday, February 9; the rest by the end of February. If you can help, please see sign-up and directions at the Information Center in the narthex. Thank you!

Now is CSA subscription time: Consider a CSA subscription for the growing season: Known as CSA’s (Community Supported Agriculture) there are a number of sites around the Milwaukee area that offer “shares” in their farm in exchange for boxes of produce throughout the summer. Sign up for the 2014 season has begun. To locate the farms with a drop off convenient for you check out www.localharvest.org/csa/ Once again the home of Kristen and John Charlson (St. Matthew’s members) will be a drop off site for TIPI Produce CSA, just a few blocks from church. For more information on the TIPI farm check www.tipiproduce.com Joining a CSA is a good way to support local farmers and enjoy organic fresh seasonal vegetables. If you have any questions feel free to contact either Kristen Charlson (jkcharlson@gmail.com 414-476-5578) or Dee Birschel (deeb@wi.rr.com 414-476-5971)

Moore Oklahoma Adult Mission Trip Meeting – Tuesday, February 4, 2014 Things are coming together for our adult Mission Trip, March 9-15 to Moore Oklahoma. The first and last nights will be spent in Joplin, MO at Abundant Life church. Nights in between will be spent at University Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Norman, Oklahoma. Lutheran Disaster Response is currently identifying our work assignments based on the skills of the people who are going. If you are interested and have not signed up please see Heather Deaton or Pr. Margaret.

Are you 50+? Lutheridge Camp and Conference Center in Asheville North Carolina has received a grant to develop programming for people 50 and older. The program will be called 50 Forward. Lutheridge is one of many wonderful ELCA camps across the United States. Our youth mission trip group stayed there in 2012. Rev Tim Caniff-Kuhn, Program Director for Lutheridge is traveling the country to obtain input to develop this program. He will be at St. Matthew’s on Wednesday, February 5, at 7:00PM and would like to meet with 10-20 people in the 50+ age group for a 90 minute discussion of interests and ideas. Participants will gather to hear a brief introduction of the vision of 50 Forward and complete a survey that will be used to guide a discussion about how best to meet the needs and capture the imagination of those who are 50+. Your presence would be a gift to Lutheridge and to St Matthew’s as we will receive a copy of the results from the interviews.

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

Did you know? We are offering printed directories for those who would like them. While our online directory is used frequently by our members, some members are not online, or may prefer a printed copy. These are available in the church office.

Enjoy singing? Want to get involved more in church activities? Consider joining the Senior Choir! It’s a great way to meet other people and sing a variety of music, sharing it on Sunday mornings during worship services. We meet every Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome! For further information you can contact David Mohr, 414-774-1775 or by email: davemohr@me.com. Or, you can simply come to the music office on Thursday night and we’ll set you up with a folder of music. Be a part of the choir! It’s fun and fulfilling.

Needed: Beanie babies, Hot wheel cars and pony beads (for making bracelets and necklaces) would be much appreciated by a couple going to Colombia on a medical mission. Bring these items to the collection box outside the church office. Participants from St. Matthew’s are Luther and Doris Kloth.

Deborah Circle will meet on Tuesday, February 11 at 12:30 p.m. in the Upper Room at church.

Caregivers Group meets 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons - Sharing joys and challenges The caregivers group will meet on the following dates at 1 p.m. in the Upper Room. The group is facilitated by Sharon Thiel, and you are welcome to attend.February 10 and 24March 10 and 24

Greater Tosa Interfaith sent thanks for the Noodles Night on January 16 when many of you showed up with hearty appetities and made $400 for Greater Tosa Interfaith. Your continued support is very much appreciated.

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Did you know?Pastor Gary and Susan Erickson Scholarship Fund continues to growYou may wish to consider memorial contributions The scholarship fund was established in 2011 from memorial gifts in honor and memory of Susan Erickson and a large gift in memory of Robert and Elizabeth Froemming. The intent of this scholarship fund is to assist students in pursuing church related professions and enrollment in ELCA college. In order of preference the scholarship grants are offered to St. Matthew’s members who elect to become an ordained minister or to attain an advanced degree in theogical education. Secondly it will be offered to those students seeking a bachelors or a masters degree in a music program with intent to work in church related music. Scholarships may also be granted for students enrolled in an ELCA college with preference given to schools with a matching gift program. The Scholarship fund has grown over the past two years through the generosity of others’ gifts and memorials. All gifts are appreciated as we strive to support and assist students to achieve their goals of attaining their degrees in church related careers. Gifts and memorials and bequeaths in wills and trusts are very appreciated. Gifts should be made out to St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church which will then transfer to The Rev. Gary and Susan Erickson scholarship fund.

Can you donate these kinds of small toys for two of our members traveling to a medical mission trip in Colombia?

Beanie baby size stuffed toysHot Wheel cars - or similar size

Pony beads for stringing into necklaces

These toys are used to entertain children of parents who are waiting to receive medical care.Needed by February 4th. Bring your donations to the box outside the church office. Thank you!

St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53213(414) 774-0441 - www.stmattslutheran.org

Stretch your mindDuring Betty Holloway’s keynote address on the relationship between good food, smart cooking and robust health.

Nourish your bodyWith a home-made, healthy, and delicious breakfast and lunch.

Refresh your spiritWith biblical reflections from Venice Williams,founder of Alice’s Garden.

Explore a new visionOf smart shopping, healthy cooking and good eating on an affordable budget.

Nurture your relationships With other fascinating women like you.

You may register between services in the Commons on January 26, February 2 or 9 or through the church office (414-774-0441) or by downloading the registration form via the website - www.stmattslutheran.org. The fee is $10 with scholarships available.

Women, Eat Well! Be Well!In conjunction with NuGenesis,

the women of St. Matthew’s invite you to our sixth annual Women’s Wellness Day,

“For Goodness’ Sake: Good Food, Healthy Lives”on Saturday, February 15, 2014 - 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Wauwatosa

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Tom Mainville Story Hill Renovations, LLC. Build, Design and Remodel; 414-788-0045 www.storyhillrenovations.com - email: tom@storyhillrenovations.com

Community Businesses supporting St. Matthew’s NewsletterGross Heating and Air Conditioning serving the community since 1925. 262-783-6000.

Schmidt & Bartelt Guardalabene & Amato Funeral Homes; Family and employee owned. 10121 W. North Ave. 414-774-5010.

Roman Electric; Residential work. 640 S. 70th Street - 414-771-5400

Bunzel’s Old Fashioned Meat Market: fresh custom meats, party trays, catering; 8415 W. Burleigh St., 414-873-7960. www.bunzels.com

Please consider supporting these businesses who support our newsletter printing!

Let Your Light Shine: L.E.D the way through Epiphany

St. Matthew’s Lighting Conversion ProgramOur Goal: $10,000 for interior lighting conversions

Here’s How It Works: “Let Your Light Shine” by sponsoring a single bulb for as little as $25 or any other level your heart dictates.

Glow $25-$99

Shimmer $100 - $249

Shine $250 - $499

Radiate $500+

Why: Supports our commitment to Care for Creation and our goal to become an Energy Star rated congregation.

Benefits: Annual energy savings of $4,000 and an estimated payback of just over 2 years.

Our commitment to you: St. Matthew’s will reinvest 50% of the estimated 1st year savings in additional energy savings projects.

To learn more about this initiative, see the Property Committee display in the Commons area. Learn not only about the St. Matthew’s conversion program but also how you can accomplish the same thing in your own home.

Mark your calendar:

During the Educational Hour on April 27th, the Property Committee will provide an overview of the entire St. Matthew’s lighting conversion program. They will also cover the reasons for the program and how you can take advantage of the same savings in your own home.

Please join us: Your sponsorship is truly the gift that will keep on giving. Won’t you please consider helping St. Matthew’s reduce its impact on our planet and reallocate half the savings to future projects to care for God’s good creation?

Clearly mark your sponsorship “LED the Way” and place it in the collection basket or drop it off in the Church office.

“…let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16

Thank you to the Property Committee, especially Jerry Wunderlich, Mark Rutkowski and Ed Bross for their efforts in developing and implementing this program.

Men’s Retreat Registration Form  Name  ___________________________    Address  _________________________    City  ____________________________    State    _______      Zip  _______________    Phone    __________________________      Email__________________________    Retreat  Cost:  $20.00                                Total  amount  enclosed    $_________    Comments/  Special    needs        

 

 

 

 

 

I  came  that  they  may  have  life  and  have  it  abundantly.    John  10:10      

       

★ ★ ★ ★ ★      How  important  it  is  to  take  very  good  care  of  yourself,  of  your  mental  and  physical  and  spiritual  wellbeing;  it's  hard  to  do.  It's  easier  to  be  a  workaholic  than  to  have  a  truly  balanced  life.    Quentin  Bryce    

St.  Matthew’s                Lutheran  Church  

Men’s  Retreat  

“Wholeness”    

Facilitator:  Pr.  Fran  Odden  Saturday,  February  22,  2014  

8  a.m.  –  3:30  p.m.  St.  Matthew’s  Ev.  Lutheran  Church  

1615  Wauwatosa  Avenue  Wauwatosa,  WI  53213  

www.stmattslutheran.org    

What  is  Wholeness?   Stop for a moment and reflect on the quality of your life. Are you feeling Satisfied? Energetic? Healthy?

What are the current signs in your life that indicate that your life is rich and full and healthy? What signs say it is not as full or health-ful as you might wish?

Life includes the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual dimensions of life, which when working together in harmony, lead to a sense of well being and satisfaction with life.

It has to do with wholeness.

This retreat will look at these dimensions of life. How they inter-relate and interact with each other.

How they involve your mind, your connections with people and family, your sense of hope, your goals and dreams, your satisfaction with work. Hopefully, the time together will give you some tools for understanding yourself.

It will be an interactive time, as well as, a time for worship, a time for fellowship and time for fun.

A time to have a good sense of self-worth and self-esteem.

               Retreat  Facilitator   Pr. Fran Odden was instrumental in developing small group ministry and retreat ministers during his pastorates. While serving at Central Lutheran in Minneapolis, he started over a dozen groups for men, called “Men in Motion.” Retreat leadership centered on themes such as: Faith at Work Self-Esteem Wholeness and Self-Care Marriage Enrichment Couples Communication Pastor Fran worked with the leadership at St. Matthew’s during the Mission Exploration process and pastoral search. Occasionally he has filled in on Sunday mornings.    

                   

 Men’s  Retreat  Agenda   8:00 - 8:30 Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:30 - 9:00 Announcements Opening Worship Service 9:00 - 11:30 Morning Session "Wholeness" 11:30 - 12:30 Lunch 12:30 - 3:00 Afternoon Session "Wholeness" 3:00 Closing Worship Service With Holy Communion 3:30 Departure

Today’s Assistants:Sunday, February 2, 2014Communion Preparers: 7:30, Suzanne Hansen, Janet Chandler. 8:30, Marcia Cornnell, Carrie Ralfs, Robin Bloczynski. 11:00, Joy Wedel, Kathleen Wilson, Judith Sayrs.Communion Assistants: 7:30, Marge Crawford, Marian Benz. 8:30, Bill Brown, Dave Fagerberg, Ginny Cleppe. 11:00, Sue Farrell, Laurna & Vince Prantil.Greeter: 7:30, Marian Benz. 8:30, Jill & Brian Due, Shelly Jones. 11:00, Amy Stolarski and Maddy Staff, Bob & Carol Beecher, 1 more needed. Lay Readers: 7:30 Christina Piel. 8:30, Rob Sholl. 11:00, Laura Lange.Lay Assistant: 8:30, Pam Stokke-Ceci. 11:00, Annette Olson.Bread Bakers: Jill Wickham, Steve & Kathy Mannebach.Nursery: 8:30, Shjonna Petersen, Dominique and Sydney Evans. 9:45, Laura Hyland and Bill Anderson. 11:00, 2 more needed, Carmen Prantil.Acolytes: 8:30, Olivia and Lindsey Starrett, Caroline Johnson, Nick Koranda. 11:00, Nate Wedel, Gerry Hartman, Madeline Staff.Coffee Hosts: 8:00, Mary Elliott, Lori & Doug Sauter. 9:30, Kim Procopis.Ushers: 8:30, Larry Jurss (captain), Jerry Wunderlich, Sherri and Jerry Wirtz, Gary Thiel, Mark Scheiber, Paul Fassbender. 11:00, Barrey Swing (captain), Ginger Wooster, Ethan Wooster, Rob Wedel, Richard and Nick Tennessen, Mitchell Swing, Ethan Stewart, 1 more needed.Welcome Center Host: 8:30, Gregg & Mary Collins. 11:00, Tom Geib.Welcome Assistant to the Pastor: 8:30, David Weinberg-Kinsey. 11:00, NeededLibrary Assistants: 9:45, Judith Holmes.

This Week:Monday: 6:30, Monday Morn. Men’s Bible Study 9:00, Just One More Meal Ministry Crew10:15, Program Staff Meeting11:00, Staff Meeting 6:30, Friendship Force Board Mtg.Tuesday: 9:30, The EmBELLishments 6:00, Yoga Class 6:00, Godsbells 6:30, Moore Oklahoma Mission Trip Mtg. 7:00, Celebrate Recovery 7:00, Righteous Ringers 7:15, LAC RehearsalWednesday:10:00, Bible Study with Pr. Margaret11:15, Fallen Angels 6:00, New Generation Choir 7:00, Fifty Forward 7:00, 7th & 8th grade Confirmation study for exam and fellowship night 7:00, New Creation ChoirThursday: 9:30, A Cabella Ringers 4:00, Praise Kids 6:15, Bells Angels 7:30, Senior ChoirFriday: 6:00, Mission Trip Auction Dinner 7:00, First Fridays Book Disc. GroupSaturday: 8:30, Synod Stewardship Event

Please note that Assistants list may not be accurate for any swaps or substitutions made after this list was created a few days ago.

Let your light shine! LED the way through Epiphany: See the display in the commons today to learn how you can help St Matthew’s change our lighting, save money and care for God’s good creation.

Yoga Class will continue on Tuesday evenings (at 6:00) through April. Thanks to Kelly Kirtley for leading these free weekly classes.

St. Matthew’s Weekly Sign-Up PanelFebruary 2, 2014

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.

Yes! I want to sign up for the Youth Mission Trip Dinner Auction on Friday, February 7. Number attending _____

Viewing and bidding on auction items begins at 5:30; dinner at 6:30.

I’d like information about becoming a member of St. Matthew’s. (Please provide address below.)

My child would like to attend the KFC gathering for 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders meeting on Sunday, February 9 from 12:15 - 2:00 p.m. Number attending _____

I can help with Women’s Wellness “Good Food; Healthy Lives” on Saturday, February 15.

_____ Lunch help (11:20-12:30) _____ Clean-Up Help (12:00)

My child would like to attend the DOC gathering for 4th & 5th graders meeting on Sunday, February 16 from 12:15 - 2:00 p.m. Number attending _____

I would like to attend the Women’s Study on Monday evenings, Feb. 17 - April 7. Please reserve a book for me.

I would like to attend the Men’s Retreat at St. Matthew’s on Saturday, February 22.

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)