August 2016

Mary & Martha’s Message

Have you ever been to Miniweek? recently or long ago?

YOU ARE INVITED!

Celebrate 40 YEARS of

WOMEN’S MINIWEEK Sunday, August 14, 2016

11:30 am — 4:00 pm Camp Lakota, Wautoma

[Formerly Camp Webb]

If you have ever attended Women's Miniweek, once, twice, many times - come join us for this event. 11:30-12:00 - registration 12:00 - Eucharist 1:00 - Picnic Lunch 1:30-3:45 - crafts, tours, dis-plays, beach time 3:45- 4:00 - Farewells at the Chapel RSVP to cott@chorus.net with 40th in the subject line. Let us know the number of adults and chil-

Call for NOMINATIONS and RESOLUTIONS

2016 Diocesan Convention

You’re not in 8th Grade anymore! You can nominate yourself and submit your own resolutions! Resolutions and Nominations to the October 7-8, 2016 Diocesan Convention are due August 8

The Nomination Form, which lists positions being elected at this year's Convention, is available on the Diocesan website, as can information on submitting Resolutions. Registration materials will be available in July. Diocesan website: http://www.diomil.org/ Questions? info@diomil.org

All Saints' Cathedral

Used Book Sale August 5-9 11am - 6pm

All Saints' Cathedral in Milwaukee is gearing up for the annual Hunger Book Sale. From Friday, August 5, through Tuesday, August 9, 11-6pm daily, thousands of used books will be on sale. A special opening night will be held on Thursday, Au-gust 4, from 6-9pm with a $5 donation request. For over 30 years this book sale has been raising money to help alleviate hun-ger. All proceeds go to organi-zations that feed people, in-cluding, but not limited to, The Gathering, St. Ben's evening meal program, the Open Door Cafe at St. John's Cathedral, the Salvation Army, and many others. All Saints’ Cathedral 818 E. Juneau Ave., Milwau-kee, WI 53202. Phone: (414) 271-7719

All praise to Him who now had turned

My fears to joys, my sighs to song, My tears to smiles, my sad to glad.

Anne Bradstreet [1612-1672] A prayer for those at Miniweek this month: — Lord, bless the women gathering at Miniweek. Bless their celebration, their sharing, and their lives with Your love and joy. Amen!

E-NEWS reaches over 200 women in the Diocese of Milwaukee and Fond du Lac. Please send information about events coming up in your parish or area that might be of interest to the women of the diocese to Connie Ott, cott@chorus.net To add someone to the mailing list, please send the e-mail address to Connie Ott.

Arts Conference at Kanuga

19th Annual Liturgical Arts Conference

FACE: | Faith, Art and Creative Expression

August 21-26, 2016 Explore the Divine through artistic expressions led by talented, encouraging instructors in a nurturing Chris-tian community. Choose from creating outdoor art, meditation, embroidery, photography or flower ar-ranging; led by some of the finest artisans in their fields. Kits and supplies are provided by instructors at an additional cost. Participants must register for a spe-cific morning class track, leaving afternoons open to explore other classes & projects. For more information: Kanuga Conference Center Hendersonville, NC kanuga.org (828) 692-9136

General Convention is seeking input on Social Media and Evan-gelism from clergy and laity.

The General Convention Task Force for Leveraging Social Media for Evange-lism has developed a short survey to determine steps needed to empower and equip Episcopali-ans in the use of all new media for evangelism.

To access the survey: Go to episcopalchurch.org Select > Who We Are Select > Public Affairs Office Scroll down — the survey is in the third box.

Deadline: September 1, 2016

Music that Makes Community Workshop

September 29 through

October 1 Des Moines, Iowa

"Paperless" music - music taught to the group on the spot - can be wonderful in weekday worship, in outdoor or informal worship, and in work with kids or intergenerational groups. The event will include wor-ship, workshops, and conversation to help you add the valuable tool of paperless song leading to your community's singing practice. Learn practical skills and diverse repertoire, and explore how paperless music can enrich and expand your congregation's repertoire of sung prayer and praise. These work-shops often happen in California and New England, but this one is within driving distance and registra-tion is just $100! Talk with Rev. Miranda Hassett if you'd like to hear more about paperless music and how it's used at St. Dunstan's, Madison. Explore the Music that Makes Community website to learn more.

A good chance to be heard —

Men's and Women's Fall Retreat

September 30-Oct 2 "Abundant Life My Faith and My Place in the Cosmos" is the theme for a dioce-san men's and women's retreat to include wor-ship, music, free time, campfires under the stars, canoeing, hiking and crafts. A great time of fellowship for those seeking time away for refreshment, renewal, and new insights on their place and purpose. At Camp Tama-rack near Waupaca. More info at diofdl.org/mwretreat. Diocese of Fond du Lac.

Attractions —

The Adventure also includes — 4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners Air Transportation Deluxe motor coach throughout program 4 Nights in Deluxe-Priced hotels Night security at hotel All admissions, fees, and gratuities Comprehensive liability insurance Financial protection plan Daily devotions Trained and licensed Christian Program Leader with group throughout program Complimentary custom DVD of photos taken during program for each participant _________________________________________________________________________________Estimated Pricing: Based on 35 or more participants per motorcoach $1499 adult quad (four to a room) $1749 adult double/triple (two or three to a room) Based on 25-29 participants per motorcoach $1599 adult quad (four to a room) $1859 adult double/triple (two or three to a room) Based on 30-34 participants per motorcoach $1549 adult quad (four to a room) $1799 adult double/triple (two or three to a room) Contact Micki Hoffmann to indicate interest — no obligation! [mphoffmann70@gmail.com]

All women and men are welcome on this adventure — you need not belong to the Altar Guild or the Episcopal Church to participate!

American Christian Tours 201 East South Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868 www.acts-tours.com

MLK, Jr. / FDR Memorials St. John’s Episcopal Church White House Photo Stop / Visitor Center Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle Vietnam / Lincoln / Korean Memorials Jefferson Memorial Arlington National Cemetery Church of the Ascension and St. Agnes Pentagon Memorial National Gallery of Art My Husband, the General – Lady Washington Pro-

gram Library of Congress United States Supreme Court United States Capitol Smithsonian Museums / National Mall Iwo Jima Memorial Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Embassy Row

Washington National Cathedral

Ultimate Altar Guild Adventure —Washington, D.C.

September 2017

"Love Your Neighbor as Yourself"

Celebrating 20 Years of EHM

September 15 - 16, 2016

Registration 8:00 am

Conference 9 am -- 5 pm

The Jean Denton Keynote Address

Rev. Melford E. (Bud) Holland Jr.

Thursday September 15, 2016

Banquet 6:00 pm Lecture 7-8:30 pm

CLOSING EUCHARIST WITH BLESSING OF HANDS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

5:30 PM ST CHRISTOPHER'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1402 West Main Street Carmel, Indiana, 46032

NETWORKING

SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 9 am to 11 am

Don't forget to make hotel reservations by August 16, 2016

Homewood Suites by Hilton at Keystone Crossing

2501 E. 86th Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46240

317-253-1919 $119 per night plus tax:

We are looking forward to celebrating EHM with you!!!

Registration: http://tinyurl.com/zvbm3eq

Women from across the Diocese of Chicago and Province V are invited to attend the fall women's retreat. The Rev. Lindsay Hardin Freeman, noted author and retreat leader is joining us. A special worship music session is planned for Sunday afternoon, led by special guest Jeannie McCabe, noted musician from Arkansas.

Set aside time for yourself - to renew and reflect, to hear and share stories, and to share our faith and fellowship.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact our retreat coordinator, Linda Toberman - re-treat@ecwchicago.org.

The Rev. Lindsay Hardin Freeman, Minnetonka, MN

Learn more about Lindsay on her website: www.lindsayhardinfreeman.com

Books by Lindsay Hardin Freeman

Bible Women: All Their Words and Why They Matter

The Scarlet Cord: Conversations with God's Chosen Women

The Spy on Noah's Ark: Bible Stories from the Inside Out

Wisdom Found: Stories of Women Transfigured by Faith

Good Lord, Deliver Us

The Best of Vestry Papers

Music Leader Jeannie McCabe, Fort Smith, AK

Jeannie trained for Leading Worship with Guitar in the Celebration Commu-nity in Alquippa, PA. She has been a part of music and leadership teams for over 30 years in the Diocese of Louisiana, Texas, Alaska and Arkansas. She has conducted music workshops in Arkansas as well as at the National Cursillo Conference in 2013.

See REGISTRATION for the retreat on the next page or go to www.ecwchicago.org The retreat information and registration form is under the 2016 Calendar

WOMEN’S FALL RETREAT

Wisdom and Reflections

Oct. 29 -30, 2016

DeKoven Center Racine, Wisconsin

Name:_____________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________________ Email:___________________________________________ Parish:___________________________________________ Parish City & State:________________________________ Weekend registration fee is based on your housing choice. This fee also includes all meals. Double (per person)—$165_____ Single $175 _____ Please note which meals you plan to attend: Saturday: ____Breakfast ____Lunch ___Dinner Sunday: ____Breakfast _____Lunch Housing includes towels, blankets, pillow, and sheets. SHARED BATHROOMS Bring robe and slippers - bathrooms are in the halls. OPTION: Use Local Hotel & Day Registration.

Retreat Options FRIDAY NIGHT ADD ON: You may add an additional night to your registration fee IF you want to arrive early to spend Friday night. No meals are provided for Friday arrivals. FEE: $65 ____

DAY REGISTRATION: If unable to attend the full weekend retreat, you may join us for Saturday. SATURDAY ONLY INCLUDES MAXIMUM OF TWO MEALS. FEE: $75 ____

Please note which meals you plan to attend: Saturday: ____Breakfast ____Lunch ___Dinner

SUNDAY MUSIC WORKSHOP: Join our special guest Jeannie McCabe for an all ages music work-shop at 1:00pm. NO MEALS ARE INCLUDED. FEE: $10 ____

LINDSAY HARDIN FREEMAN BOOKS Pre-order a book and it will be waiting for you! Bible Women: All their Words and Why They Matter $20 ____ The Scarlet Cord: Conversations with God’s Chosen Women $20 ____ The Spy on Noah’s Ark $10 ____

Total Retreat Amount Due: $___________ Please make your checks payable to: Chicago ECW Mail to: Linda Toberman Episcopal Church Women St. James Commons 65 East Huron Street Chicago, IL 60611 No Refund (without exception) for cancellation after OCT. 20, 2016

Special dietary needs, physical limitations, or other? Please specify: ________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________

WOMEN’S FALL RETREAT

Wisdom and Reflections

REGISTRATION