WHAT MATTERS . . . . . May 16, 2017 . . . News from Your Synod and Ministry Partners

Message from Bishop Froiland Dear synod companions, Some of you know this already - I sent out an email to all our pastors and deacons yesterday - but I wanted you to hear it from me. Last Friday morning, while grocery shopping in Janesville, I suffered a heart attack. Luckily I was near Mercy Hospital, which has a trauma center and cardiac specialists. An emergency angiogram showed one blocked artery that was quickly reopened with a stent. All other arteries look great and heart damage is minimal. I spent one night in the hospital and came home Saturday afternoon. I am recovering well, feeling fine, and adjusting to new medications. On Thursday I begin cardiac rehab. I anticipate no

lasting health effects and no restrictions on what I can do. Actually, thanks to modern technology, my heart is in better shape than it was before this happened. I plan on keeping it that way! I have canceled most stuff on my calendar for this week, and next week was already scheduled for vacation with family in Minneapolis, so I am grateful that I have the time and space to heal and recover. I am incredibly grateful for our exceptional synod staff folks who have stepped up and covered so well for me. Thanks to all who have sent messages of concern and have been holding John and me in your thoughts and prayers. We are doing well. God's peace, Bishop Mary

DIAKONIA SENDING SERVICE FOR GRADUATING CLASS OF 2017 SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 2017 at 2:30 PM The synod’s Diakonia program will graduate four students on Saturday, June 3. The worship service and ceremony will be held at: Midvale Community Lutheran Church, 4329 Tokay Blvd., Madison All rostered ministers are invited to vest for the procession. The color of the day is red. A 2:00 pm arrival would be appreciated.

The Diakonia program is a two-year process of spiritual formation and theological education for baptized members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America or anyone wishing in good faith to study these teachings. Graduates of this program are better equipped to serve as disciples and to share the good news! We celebrate the graduation of the following students and recognize the congregations that will bear witness to the fruits of their life-long learning: Janean Hill - New Heights Lutheran Church (Black Earth) Judith Magnus - St. John Lutheran Church (Janesville) Cheryl Krull - Midvale Community Lutheran Church (Madison) Linda Wulff - St. John’s Lutheran Church (Beaver Dam) A reception will be held at the church immediately following the sending service. Blessings as you are equipped to be the heart and hands of Jesus! If your congregation would like to know more about the Diakonia program, please contact synod coordinator, Barb Zimmerman at: (608) 535-0264 and scswdiakonia@gmail.com.

The ELCA 2018/19 Hunger Grant Applications Are Now Available On-line:

https://webapps.elca.org/hunger/domestichungergrants/?_ga=2.56632490.1422250757.1494859007-505356840.1460680050 With the 2018 & 2019 discretionary Domestic Hunger Grant application process, the Screening and Allocation Committee would like to see applications/proposals that have a greater focus on addressing root causes of food insecurity and poverty. Applications/proposals that focus on root causes of food insecurity and poverty, will receive funding considerations at or above the average amount of funding over the previous years. If your congregation wants to apply, go to the site for an application. (Cutting and pasting the link you're your browser will work better than clicking on it.) Applications must be submitted by June 30th.

Lutherdale To Offer a New Ministry Program for Older Adults Called “50 Forward” Lutherdale summer camp and retreat center, centrally located between Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago, strives to be a resource to congregations, giving church leaders the tools needed to minister to the ever growing 50 and older population to help navigate through the 3rd

chapter of life. They are kicking off this new program with a regional conference called, “The Promise and Peril of Elderhood” on September 12, 2017. The presenter is Professor Ronald Martinson from Luther Seminary. For those who would like to experience what an older adult retreat would look like, you are also welcome to register for Lutherdale’s “Harvest Your Life’s Wisdom” Retreat, September 13-15, with Keynote Speaker Rev. Paul Campbell. If you would like to speak more about these programs, you can reach the Associate Executive Director, David Box, at 262-742-2352. Fliers and registration forms for these events are available at: http://www.lutherdale.org/programs/retreats/50-forward-program

When Your Family Is Living on the Streets, The Road Home Changes Every Night . . . The South-Central Synod of Wisconsin Racial Equity Ministry Team Invites You to The Next Learning Session on “Helping Our Homeless Neighbors” - May 21 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm These informative events are held monthly and the topic changes from month to month. The next

gathering will be held at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, 5700 Pheasant Hill Road, Monona on Sunday, May 21 from 4-6 pm.

To more fully participate in the discussion, read the book “Evicted.” There will also be a presentation by Road Home to discuss homelessness. The Road Home Dane County provides opportunities for homeless children and their families to achieve self-determined goals and affordable, stable

housing. They can give us first-hand accounts of families living on the streets and their road home changing every night. Congregations in our synod are involved in helping these families. Find out how yours can be one of them if it isn’t already. Please join us for this important learning experience and conversation. Gather a group from your congregation and carpool to St. Stephen’s as we move around the synod and join in these conversations. Once again, please RSVP to Mary Nervig (mznervig@msn.com) so we can get a count for St. Stephen’s hosting preparations.

Second Cohort of CONNECT to Start This Fall One of my roles as Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM) in the Synod is to work with congregations in the renewal process. This fall we will be starting a second cohort of CONNECT, a renewal ministry process designed to work with congregations. CONNECT is a renewal process that strives to empower congregations to grow spiritually, discover their gifts as a congregation, and live out their faith in the community by sharing the gifts with which they have been blessed. It is a two-year process that consists of workshops, homework for the leaders, and the implementation in the congregation.

CONNECT starts with congregations selecting 4-7 members (including the pastor) to serve on the Congregational CONNECT Team. This team will commit to make as many of the workshops as possible, be spiritual leaders in the congregation, participate in monthly meetings with the CONNECT Team, and be the bridge between the CONNECT process and the congregation. Over the two-year period there are four workshops. If you are interested in learning more about participating in this renewal process, please contact me at the synod office at (608) 270-0201 or email me at: erikj@scsw-elca.org Resources Mentioned at Synod Assembly 1) Video: “Where Does My Offering Go?” you can find this on YouTube: Link Below: https://youtu.be/vzTnNwtXHV4?t=16 2) Steeple to Steeple Ride for Hunger - Can be found on the synod website. www.scsw-elca.org - Click on Events then “Hunger Ride.” Direct link to page: http://www.scsw-elca.org/hunger_ride.aspx 3) 2017 Assembly Displayers and Links to Contact them - http://www.scsw-elca.org/Events/2017Assembly/2017DisplayersSponsors.pdf 4) SCSW Speaker’s Bureau - For that next adult forum or men’s retreat or women’s group or confirmation class, contact one of our experts on a full range of topics from mindfulness meditation to music to caring for our veterans. http://www.scsw-elca.org/speakers_bureau.aspx 5) Manuscript and video of Bishop Froiland’s sermon: http://www.scsw-elca.org/synod_assembly_2017.aspx 6) Million Dollar Mission Jar Challenge:- Visit the synod website next week for downloadable jar inserts and more information.

The African Children's Choir will be performing in Reedsburg on Friday, June 9 at 7 PM at the CAL Center (1100 South Albert Avenue Reedsburg, WI). No tickets required - free will offering at the event. For more information about the African Children’s Choir visit their website: www.africanchildrenschoir.com

Bethel's Community Picnic at Bethel Horizons, Dodgeville WI - June 4 Each year Bethel hosts the annual Community Picnic. This gives the opportunity to gather together for worship, music, food and fun at Bethel Horizons, near Dodgeville. This event is open to anyone so feel free to invite family and friends. We would like to invite everyone in the Synod to come and join us!

Plan to arrive on Sunday, June 4 between 9:30am & 10am to park for worship. Shuttles will run from the parking area to the worship site until 10:20am. Following worship you'll return to the main site for a delicious meal of BBQ Chicken, sides, beverages and dessert. Live music, fun kids activities, wagon rides, nature hikes and more help to round out the day. Take a peak at the nature center or head out to the adventure site to try out some of the new equipment.

Pre-registration gets you the best value for the day at $10/adult & $5/child 3-11 - register by June 1 at http://tinyurl.com/2017BethelPicnic. Can’t register online? That is ok – you can pay at the door – $13/adult & $7/child 3-11. Your registration cost covers your meal, dessert and beverage as well as transportation to worship, a petting zoo, activities for the kids, live music (provided by Nate Gerlach & Friends) and so much more thanks in large part to the Bethel Foundation who underwrites this event!

Be sure to share registration information with friends and family – it’s a Community Picnic and your community outside Bethel is warmly invited.

Schedule of Community Picnic Events

• 9:30-10am - Park at our main site and take the shuttle to our Worship site • 10:30am – Bilingual Worship featuring Bethel Jr! • Noon-1:30pm – BBQ Chicken Dinner served at the Art Shack at our main site 12:30-3pm – Music, Nature Programming, Self Guided Hikes, Hay Rides, Games, Bounce House and more! SYNOD’S SECOND ANNUAL STEEPLE-TO-STEEPLE BIKE RIDE FOR HUNGER! JUNE 24, 2017 The ride will be Saturday, June 24. See details at http://www.scswride.com/. We have kept registration rates the same, and will not be charging you processing fees, but are encouraging riders to make extra donations to support this worthy cause when signing up. All routes are again starting and finishing at All Saints Lutheran Church in Fitchburg. The courses will be similar, with some minor tweaks. This is a great family event! Invite your youth and family groups to participate in this worthwhile event to help end hunger! Promotional kits for congregations were handed out at Synod Assembly. Missed it? You can download posters and bulletin inserts from the synod website: http://www.scsw-elca.org/hunger_ride.aspx We hope to see you pedaling for world hunger June 24! Register or donate today at https://scsw.eventbrite.com/

Copies of SHIFT Available From the Synod Office for $10.00 ($5 savings!) We are in grateful possession of several copies of SHIFT: Three Big Moves for the 21st Century, authored by our keynoter at Synod Assembly, Rev. Mark Tidsworth. They are available for $10 and available for pick up at the synod office. Call Linda Freitag to reserve your copy/copies at 608/270-0201 or email her your order at lindaf@scsw-elca.org. These are going fast…call soon! Congregations are using these for book studies and council enrichment, so we know they won’t last long!

Rev. Dr. Rich Melheim, Curator of the Cross-Generational Movement will be at St. John’s (Oregon) on May 25! A full day’s schedule from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm If you go: St. John’s is located at: 625 E. Netherwood Street, Oregon There is something very new and yet very old stirring in the church. Maybe this year, the next new thing-and the next Reformation-will start with you intentionally combining the wisdom of the elder and the wonder of the child in the same sacred space every week, and in each other’s prayers every night in every home. Invest a day with Rev. Dr. Rich Melheim and friends to: *Explore case studies of faith formation pioneers who have implemented various cross generational ministries in their own

churches. *Learn about a world of fun and effective Cross+Gen resources that draw children, teens, young adults, parents and elders into the same “eduworship” space, fostering cross+generational faith formation, fellowships, relationships and care. *Experience a sneak peak of the new Luther Rock Opera, and a great cross gen way to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. *Leave with a plan to immerse and include a wider community than ever before in your lifelong learning, worship and faith formation practices. For more information, price and to register: www.crossgenlife.org or www.faithink.com

An Outdoor Ministry Internship: Engaging Millennials “So deeply do we care for you that we are determined to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you have become very dear to us.” – 1 Thessalonians 2:8 At Crossway Camping Ministries, we decided that young adults

who are interested in their call and their faith need to be invested in as an important ministry. After all, because millennials seek alternative ways to worship and serve, outdoor ministry and millennials would appear to be a great pair. As a result, the Servant Leader Internship Program came into fruition two years ago. For more information about the program, visit http://www.crosswayscamps.org/servant-leader-internship-program.html. If you are interested in hearing more about the program, the application process (as we are accepting applications for this fall), or how you can support us through visits or educational outlets, please contact Becca Mortensen. becca@crosswayscamps.org, (715) 258-3818

Have You Heard of Café? Café is an on-line magazine for young adult women who want to build their faith. It incorporates a Lutheran perspective for women of Christian faith or simply for any woman who is interested in how faith

relates to the issues that women face today. Readers and writers of Café include pastors, seminary and college students, and other young adult women who use Café as a Bible study resource individually or with their congregation. For example, “Finding Authentic Community” is a recent article you may find interesting…share this invitation with your congregation. http://www.boldcafe.org/

Church Mutual Offers You Discounts on Lifest 2017 Tickets! July 6-9, 2017 in Oshkosh If you enjoy live music and family-friendly activities that celebrate spirituality, check out Lifest 2017! Lifest is a family-friendly, drug and alcohol free event being held July 6-9, 2017, at the Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh, WI. CMCARES, the Church Mutual Insurance Company Foundation, is partnering with Lifefest 2017 to support this nationally-known Christian rock festival. This four day “party with a purpose” brings more than 30,000 attendees from all over the United States together to

celebrate their beliefs and enjoy 100 musical acts on six different stages. We are pleased to offer you a discount on event tickets! Event tickets will be $49 (regularly $66) for full event tickets and $20 (regularly $30) for single day tickets. To purchase tickets:

· Go to www.lifest.com · Use the discount code CMCARES when purchasing tickets. This discount code will be valid through

June 15, 2017. Enjoy a fun-filled outing at Lifefest, and visit the Church Mutual booths in the Lifest Marketplace!

PLANNING YOUR 2017 ADULT FORUMS, RETREATS, WOMEN’S or MEN’S GROUP SPEAKER? KEEP IN MIND THE EXCELLENT RESOURCE OF THE SYNOD SPEAKER’S BUREAU FOR YOUR NEXT GUEST SPEAKER! New speakers are added regularly, so check out the list once in a while. The Holy Spirit may just lead you to a new ministry! Some of these folks have served as leaders at synod events and/or are currently serving on synod committees. Either way…you will contact them directly using the contact information found on the synod website and work out the details of your shared work with them. They each have a passion for their topic and feel called to share their knowledge with others throughout our synod. We have had great responses from congregations who have used the speaker’s bureau…check it out! Link: http://www.scsw-elca.org/speakers_bureau.aspx

ELCA ROSTERED MINISTERS GATHERING AND YOUNG ROSTERED MINISTERS GATHERING – REGISTRATION http://www.elca.org/RMG August 7-10, 2017 Worship with Holy Communion Every Thursday at 12:00 noon at Synod Office Each week, we gather as a eucharistic community around word and bread and wine and become a sacramental presence of God’s grace. The gospel is shared and different pastors in our synod serve as the preacher each week. Please join us in our inviting chapel for this mid-week time for worship that will leave you restored and renewed! Bring a friend, bring your child(ren) and bring your brown bag lunch as we enjoy fellowship at 12:30. Our address: 6401 Odana Road, Suite 20, Madison

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Positions in Our Synod We are happy to help promote your positions. Please submit 100 words or less to Vicki Hanrahan, Synod Communicator, email: vickih@scsw-elca.org Please notify Vicki when the position has been filled so that we can keep this list and the synod website current. Thanks! Seeking a part-time Organist/Pianist - Springdale Lutheran Church, Mt. Horeb, WI Help build our music ministry! Seeking someone to play organ and/or digital piano/keyboard part-time Sunday mornings with availability for weddings, funerals and other special events. Guitar or other instruments and work with vocalists a plus! This is a paid position, based on experience. Send resume and cover letter to Springdale Lutheran, 2752 Town Hall Rd., Mt. Horeb WI 53572, or secretary@springdalelutheran.org. (05/10/17)

Youth Program Director – Two Steeples Parish (Springdale Lutheran & West Blue Mounds Lutheran, Mount Horeb) TSP is seeking an organized, energetic individual who has the passion in sharing God’s love with children, teens and their families. This position is 32 hours/week, Sunday mornings and some evenings are required. The desired candidate will develop and implement a comprehensive approach for youth faith education, youth participation in local community and nation-wide ministries. Experience working in a church ministry and/or in education is desired. View the full job description and obtain job application at www.twosteeples.org or contact the church office (608) 437-4393 (05/10/17)

Youth Programs Director – Evangelical Lutheran Church of Mt. Horeb, Mt. Horeb, WI Seeking an organized, energetic individual to lead and coordinate programs for children and teens, including Sunday School, confirmation, Vacation Bible School and other efforts. The desired candidate will work with the pastor, staff, ministry and volunteer teams to plan and carry out transforming community experiences for youth and their families in a faith context. Experience working in a church setting or in education is helpful. This position is 32 hours/week and while hours are mostly flexible, work on Wednesdays and Sundays is required. Salary is commensurate with experience. View the full job description at elcmthoreb.org or contact the church office by email at elc@mhtc.net to apply. (05/09/17)

Custodian - Midvale Community Lutheran Church (Madison) Has an immediate opening for a custodian. The position is 35 hours per week. Occasional weekend work, including room set-up and snow removal will be required. The ability to maintain and repair equipment and machines involved in performing the job duties is preferred. For a job description and application, visit our website http://midvalelutheran.org/welcome-midvale/work-midvale or contact the church office (608) 238-7119. Minimum starting pay is $13.50/hour, plus full benefits. Please send cover letter and application to info@midvalelutheran.org or Midvale Community Lutheran Church, 4329 Tokay Blvd., Madison, WI 53711 by May 12, 2017. (04/25/17)

Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries - Grace Lutheran Church (Dodgeville) Seeking a Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries to lead and organize the Grace community in nurturing a personal, consequential, and sustainable faith in Jesus Christ among our young. This 32-hour/week staff member will develop and implement a comprehensive approach to youth faith formation, from birth to emerging adulthood, in partnership with families, mentors, the congregation, and the wider community. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Pastor Mark Williamson at mwilliamson.glc@gmail.com. A full job description is available at gracelutheran-dodgeville.org (04/25/17)

Part-Time Youth and Family Ministry Coordinator - Bethlehem Lutheran Church (Portage) Church is seeking to hire a part-time Youth and Family Ministry Coordinator to engage youth and families in ministry. We are looking for an individual who has a heart for sharing God's love with children, youth and families; is able to work collaboratively with families and staff, build relationships, coordinate events, and equip lay leaders and youth. For job description, contact Pastor Julie Krahn at pastor.bethlehem606@gmail.com. (4/25/17)

Children's Ministry Administrator - Midvale Community Lutheran Church (Madison) Opening for a part-time Children's Ministry Administrator (CMA). The CMA supports our Sunday School program, working with the Children's, Youth, & Family Director, choosing curriculum, recruiting and training teachers, and preparing rooms for Sunday School. The CMA also supports our summer Vacation Bible School. Hours are 8:45-10:45 a.m. each Sunday, which can be adjusted to accommodate worship attendance, and up to four hours during the week. Full job description can be viewed on the http://midvalelutheran.org/welcome-midvale/work-midvale. The salary range begins at $12/hour. Please send cover letter and resume to Children's, Youth & Family Director, Brenda Goble: brendag@midvalelutheran.org or Midvale Community Lutheran Church, 4329 Tokay Blvd, Madison, WI 53711. (04/25/17) Executive Ministry Assistant, First Lutheran Church, Lodi, WI This position serves as administrative support and ministry partner to Senior Pastor and lay administrative leadership and plays a key role in vision communication and implementation through social media and for weekly worship. The EMA assists with the congregation’s stewardship ministry including key financial operations/donor base management. In consultation with Senior Pastor, the EMA utilizes and manages the church management system, Church Community Builder, to coordinate FLC’s 1) mission partner process from first-time guest to mission partner, 2) discipleship in small group community, 3) gifts-based service, 4) Sunday morning mission partner/guest tracking and followup. Hours: 16 Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Pastor Mike Lee, First Lutheran Church, 206 Pleasant Street, Lodi, WI, 53555, or via email: mlee@firstlutheranlodi.org. (04/25/17)

Wisconsin Council of Churches is Seeking an Executive Director http://www.wichurches.org/home_page_news/the-wisconsin-council-of-churches-seeks-an-executive-director/ Responsibilities include: nurturing and sustaining relationships/partnerships with member judicatories and their leaders, fund development, programming ecumenical educational events, working with statewide advocacy organizations, staff supervision, and board support, all in the service of sustaining a vibrant Council of Churches. Interested candidates are asked to send a resume and cover letter addressing why the candidate feels called to be open to this position to execdirsearch@wichurches.org by May 21, 2017. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. View a Position Description (4/18/17) Part-Time Administrative Assistant- Good Shepherd (Janesville) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is seeking an individual for 24 hours per week to provide a welcoming presence; confidentiality; and the ability to work effectively in a diverse group with varying personalities. Must be proficient in using computer system and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and database experience. Please email the Rev. Janice Diefenthaler @revjaniced@gmail.com. (04/11/17) Children’s Ministry Coordinator at St. Luke’s in Middleton Come join the staff of a vibrant and growing church! This part-time position has responsibilities in Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, and children and family events throughout the school year. 20 hours/week at $15/hour makes this the perfect position for someone who would like to have meaningful work, but also a lot of flexibility. For the full job description, application, or more information please contact Pastor Heather Hayward at hhayward@stlukes-elca.org or (608) 831-6084. (04/04/17)

Nursery and Childcare Coordinator at St. Luke’s in Middleton St. Luke’s is also hiring a part-time (10 hrs/week) childcare coordinator. This position is responsible for overseeing childcare for events, groups, and all worship services with volunteers and other paid nursery staff. For the full job description, application, or more information please contact Pastor Heather Hayward at hhayward@stlukes-elca.org or (608) 831-6084. (04/04/17) Parish Nurse - Triangle Community Ministry Parish Nurse, SSM Health/Triangle Community Ministry. Visit St. Mary's Hospital | Madison, WI for job description and further information (under careers). This is a Community Parish Nurse position located within the Triangle Community. (03/14/17)

Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries is now hiring for a number of departments. Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge on the east side of Madison has a Dining Room Coordinator (32 hours every two weeks), Housekeeper (80 Hours every two weeks), Dietary Aid II (72 hours every two weeks) and a Resident Assistant (75 hour PM) opening. Oakwood Village University Woods on the west side of Madison has a number of Certified Nursing Assistant, Resident Assistant, and LPN/RN openings available. We offer competitive pay and benefits. University Woods is located off the bus line. Apply today www.oakwoodvillage.net (03/14/17)

Part-time Piano Player/Choir Director – St. Paul (Mayville) St. Paul, Mayville is seeking a part-time piano player to accompany and direct our adult choir. This is a flexible part-time position which would require some Sunday commitment. To inquire further, please contact the church office at stpaulmayville@gmail.com. (12/1/16)

Office Administrator – Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (Sun Prairie) Seeking an energetic, organized candidate to take on the role of Office Administrator at Our Savior's. If you enjoy interacting with congregation members, vendors, computers and pastors, this could be the position for you. Strong customer service skills and MS Office experience is helpful. This is a full time position that includes benefits. Apply via email at jobs@oslc-elca.org. (05/09/17) Director of Music Part-Time Position – West Middleton Lutheran Church (Middleton) Seeking a dedicated director of Christian music to plan, select music, develop, rehearse, and lead our choir and praise team. Will be responsible for the music program and supervision of musicians working in collaboration with the pastor and Worship and Music Committee and for recruiting and developing new members to participate in the choir and praise team. The director must have a musical background that demonstrates the capability of leading our music program and pass a background check. Looking for a creative, enthusiastic, team player with a sense of humor who is committed to the excellence of worship. Contact us at 608-833-5815 or admin@wmlchurch.org (11/8/16)

Pianist/Contemporary Worship Music Leader - Christ Lutheran - Stoughton Christ Lutheran Church in Stoughton, WI is seeking a pianist to play weekly for our contemporary worship service through May 7, 2017. This position will also include one weekly rehearsal with the praise band. We are looking for someone to be a part of a team of musicians. Position is open immediately. Pay is based on $25/hour, but is negotiable. Please e-mail lkunz@clcstoughton.org Contact: Linda Kunz, Christ Lutheran Church, 700 County Road B, Stoughton, WI 53589. Website: http://clcstoughton.org (11/22/16) Also seeking experienced choir director for adult choirs. Position includes directing choir for weekly rehearsal and Sunday morning worship. To apply, please e-mail lkunz@clcstoughton.org or mail to Linda Kunz, Christ Lutheran Church, 700 County Road B, Stoughton, WI 53589. Website at http://clcstoughton.org (11/22/16)

Children and Family Ministry Coordinator- Our Savior’s (Sun Prairie) Seeking a passionate, self-directed individual to serve in a newly created position charged with nurturing the faith journeys of families with young children. The position will be 10-15 hours a week. Please contact Pastor Tim Hansen for a job description and instructions for submitting an application at: jobs@oslc-elca.org(07/26/16) FROM THE WISCONSIN COUNCIL OF CHURCHES (WCC) View Employment Opportunities from WCC member denominations here and around the state.

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At-A-Glance Future Synod Events: Please see the Congregational Events page on the Synod’s EVENTS page of the website for more events that will be hosted by congregations of our synod. Thanks! http://www.scsw-elca.org/congregational_events.aspx May 19-20 - Becoming An Inclusive Church Event - Luther Memorial (Delavan) May 21 - SCSW Racial Equity Ministry Learning Session - Helping the Homeless - St. Stephen’s (Monona) June 24 - Campaign for the ELCA Steeple to Steeple Ride for Hunger – All Saints (Fitchburg) July 15 - Moving Deeper in Mission Together - Generosity Across the Generations - Covenant (Stoughton) August 19 - Moving Deeper in Mission Together - “Nuts & Bolts of Leadership” Event - Location TBD September 16 - Moving Deeper in Mission Together - Worship Event - Our Savior’s (Sun Prairie) September 23 - Women of the ELCA Biennial Convention - Good Shepherd (Verona) Planning Ahead? Future Dates Bishop’s Convocation 2017 – Monday, October 9 – Tuesday, October 10 – Abbey Resort – Fontana, WI Synod Assembly 2018 – Saturday, May 5 & Sunday, May 6 – Kalahari, Wisconsin Dells For a listing of more synod-wide events, visit: http://www.scsw-elca.org/events_synod_wide.aspx Updates on Congregations in the Call Process and Rostered Leader Updates Call process and roster changes are updated on the synod website monthly. Please keep these congregations and rostered leaders in your prayers. Link: http://www.scsw-elca.org/congregations_in_transition.aspx PRAYERS Pastors and Congregations in our Synod:

§ Rev. Susan Schneider and the members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Madison § Rev. Patrick Siegler and the members of Zion Lutheran Church in Madison

Neighboring Synods:

• Bishop Michael Girlinghouse and the congregations of the Arkansas - Oklahoma Synod, ELCA Churchwide Partners:

• Rev. Joseph Bocko, Program Director of African National Ministries, Domestic Mission, at the ELCA Lutheran Center, Chicago, IL

• Rev. W. Chris Boerger, Secretary, ELCA Office of the Secretary, at the ELCA Lutheran Center, Chicago, IL We give thanks at this time for the ministry of those who celebrate their anniversary of Ordination during this coming week:

• Fred Gustafson, May 22, 2968, Retired, Watertown • Steven Hanson, May 21, 1982, First English, Whitewater, pastorsteve@felcww.org • Jim Hearne, May 21, 2005, Barneveld Lutheran, Barneveld, pastorjimblc@gmail.com • Peter Kjeseth, May 16, 1954, Retired, Fish Hoek 7975 South Africa • Calvin Kuder, May 21, 1958, Retired, Williams Bay, kuder@att.net

We give thanks at this time for the ministry of those who celebrate their anniversary of Commissioning or Consecration: None this week. Like Us on Facebook and you’ll share in awesome ministry by congregations in your synod, share great ideas

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