Outdoor Campfire Service – August 2010

An evening Outdoor Campfire Worship has been scheduled for Saturday, August 21st starting at 7:30 pm near the Myers Memorial. We are planning for this to be a nice alternative and also a special time for fellowship and reflection with one another. Mark the date on your calendar, and plan to join us for worship, outdoors, August 21st.

Volunteer at the Cathedral Center Overflow Shelter

BPC is scheduled to help at the Cathedral Center Overflow Shelter on Sunday, August 8th. Volunteers can meet at church to carpool to the Shelter.There they will assist shelter staff, provide a healthy snack and make sandwiches for the next day.Volunteers are reimbursed from the mission budget for the cost of the snacks. Please talk with Mission Committee Chair, Bruce Bush about helping the homeless women and children needing a warm, hospitable place to stay.

Summer Worship Hour – 2010

During our recent Starting Strong, Staying Strong sessions, there were several comments related to the summer hours for worship this year. I thought I would take a moment to share with all of you our Worship Committee’s rationale for summer worship.

Over past years, the hours for summer worship have flipped flopped from 9:00am to 9:30am and then back again. The main reason for the earlier worship time this year was based on the temperature in the sanctuary during the summer months. The earlier start time insures the coolest temperature and the most comfortable worship experience possible.

In addition, we have listened to the congregation in relation to temperature, insects and logistics for conducting summer outdoor services. While this year we will not be conducting any outdoor Sunday morning worship services we are planning a special event.  An evening Outdoor Campfire Worship has been scheduled for Saturday August 21^st starting at 7:30pm near the Myers Memorial.  We are planning for this to be a nice alternative and also a special time for fellowship and reflection with one another. (More details to come).

The Worship Committee is open for your suggestions and those looking to serve on the committee. Please contact me with your valued opinions, concerns and interest. Thank you.

Bruce Parker, Elder
Worship Committee Chair

50th Anniversary Celebration Wraps Up

June 13, 2010 capped a 3-part celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Brookfield Presbyterian Church. The date commemorated when BPC was chartered in June, 1960.

Worship was highlighted with remarks by the Rev. George Weinberg, BPC’s first pastor; along with Choir Director from the 1960’s, Mr. Don Kirkpatrick, and Mrs. Mary Dalton, BPC’s first organist, leading and accompanying the choir.

Following worship, members and guests gathered in Fellowship Hall to enjoy a light luncheon, an array of homemade pies, and an old-fashioned ice cream social. A presentation of BPC’s history and comments from former pastors added to the event.

Earlier celebrations were held at the church in October, 2009 with a Choral Music Concert, and on February 28, 2010, with a program and a catered lunch.

We were pleased to welcome former members, earlier pastors, and friends and family to these celebrations of the mission and ministry of Brookfield Presbyterian Church.

Come Help Our Garden Grow

We will again have a garden this year for the church and for Waukesha Food Pantry. Remember last summer’s fresh produce? Help make this year’s garden an even greater success! Meet with us on Saturday, May 22nd to get the garden ready to plant. Anyone interested is invited to come help get things “growing.” Join “master gardener” John Riedmaier on May 22nd and join the garden group caring for the garden throughout the summer season.

50th Anniversary Celebration Continues

Celebrating BPC’s 50 years of ministry and mission continues. Mark your calendars and plan to join us on Sunday, June 13th. Following our 10:30 a.m. worship service there will be an old-fashioned ice cream social. This date commemorates when Brookfield Presbyterian Church was chartered! Invite friends and family to share memories and fellowship.

View Dead Sea Scrolls at the Milwaukee Museum

Please join us on Saturday, May 22nd, where church members can share the amazing experience of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Meet at church at 8:15 a.m. to carpool to the Museum, view the exhibit from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., and return to BPC at 11:30 a.m. for a discussion time and a light lunch. For more information, see the poster in the narthex or call Jean Freuck (262-796-8260). Sign up to join church friends to view this remarkable exhibit on May 22nd.

BPC Bridge Group – May 2010 Update

The Brookfield Presbyterian Church Bridge Group ended a fun season! They will resume trumps and tricks again on October 15th, meeting the 3rd Friday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Schedules will be sent out in August. If you wish to join the group, or learn more, call Dottie Russon 262-782-3431.

Forsythe & Perrigo Memorial Men’s Golf Outing

Date: Thursday, May 27, 2010

Place: Lawsonia in Green Lake – the Links Course

Time: Carpools meet at 7:15 a.m.

Tee times start about 10:30 a.m.

Breakfast in Fon du Lac, Dinner in Green Lake

Cost: $60.00/person for golf & cart

Deadline: Payment to Jeff Meser by May 23rd to secure reservation

Questions? Call Jeff Meser 784-1178 or Keith Pierce 696-4514

Build Sandwiches for Habitat Builders!

BPC continues its involvement with Habitat for Humanity, financially and with hands-on support. Again this year we will be helping feed Habitat workers during their May Blitz Week.10 volunteers are needed to make 12 sandwiches for their lunches. Be creative as you wish: Buns, rolls, bread — ham, turkey, beef, cheese, hot dogs, etc. (Onions on the side in a baggy, please!) Sandwiches are to be individually wrapped and brought to church by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 9th. Add your name to the sign up poster in the narthex. If you need more info about this mission outreach, talk with Bruce Bush, Mission Chair. Let’s help those helping others!

All Church Work Day – April 24, 2010

The Property Committee has scheduled a spring cleanup day for Saturday April 24th. Note the date on your calendars and plan to help. Meet at church at 9:00 a.m. to tackle indoor and outdoor spring cleaning projects. Bring supplies to handle a variety of tasks. Please join church friends in caring for our church home. For more information, contact Jason Weber.

“Whatever your task put yourself into it, as done for the Lord.” Colossians 3:23

50th Anniversary – February 28, 2010

What a great memory of a very memorable celebration! We enjoyed seeing church friends and sharing time together in worship, sharing a delicious luncheon, and sharing recollections. Thank you to all who made our 50th Anniversary such a success. (See the hallway bulletin board for an article about BPC’s anniversary in the local newspaper.) We look forward to another gathering on Sunday, June 13th for our anniversary ice cream social. Save the date.

BPC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

Our 50th Anniversary Celebration on February 28, 2010 was a great success. The church was packed for the commemorative service. An excellent sermon was delivered by our guest pastor and former interim, Rev. James T. Hicks. The choir performed two anthems, one of which, “Psalm 1,” was composed by our Director of Music, Dr. Wallace Cheatham.  Cathy Bush performed both a prelude and postlude on the violin. After the service, a catered dinner was served to 124 members, guests, former members and former pastors. At the dinner, the opening prayer was given by our first installed pastor, Rev. George Weinberg. After dinner, there was a short program which included the introduction of some of our longest members, a few words from each of the four pastors present and a short presentation about where our church has been and where we are going in the future. The closing prayer was delivered by our new pastor, Rev. Julie Peterson. The program included a history of the church which was also displayed on a time line along one wall of Fellowship Hall. A PowerPoint presentation of nearly 100 photos ran during dinner for the enjoyment of all.

In addition, the Brookfield NOW newspaper had an editor present who wrote a wonderful article for the local paper which can be read at http://www.brookfieldnow.com/news/86203602.html.

For those unable to attend, a copy of the program can be obtained by contacting the church office. A copy of the PowerPoint presentation can be obtained by contacting Arlene Petersen, chair of the 50th Anniversary Committee.

View photos of the event

2010 Easter Flower Order Form

If you wish to provide a spring plant to decorate the sanctuary on Easter Sunday, please return this form, with your payment, to the box on the counter in the church office by March 28th. Make your selection, indicating the number of plants you wish to order, and please note the price difference of the lilies, azaleas, and hydrangeas.

NAME: ________________________________________________  TOTAL AMT. OF ORDER $____________

Given in Memory of:_______________________________________________________________________

Given in Honor of:_________________________________________________________________________

Relationship: _______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

A “Shout Out” for the Waukesha Food Pantry

Our mission focus for the month of March is the Waukesha Food Pantry, especially Infant and Toddler needs.  When shopping for your family, please remember the families served by the Food Pantry and purchase some baby formula and/or diapers.  Many of their clients have very small children and need diapers, which food stamps do not cover.  Also needed is baby formula (regular and soy-based) especially Good Start formula.  Bring your donations each Sunday in March and show your care for God’s littlest ones.

2010 Bocce Ball and Fish Fry

Join us on Friday, March 19 at the Italian Community Center for our annual Bocce Ball and a Fish Fry.  The evening promises great food and spirited bocce!  Sign up on the poster in the narthex, or contact Rose Emanuele to learn more.  Don’t miss this great fellowship event.

Farewell Party for Rev. Anne Fisher

We thank Rev. Anne Fisher for her two years of ministry and leadership at BPC. The farewell reception included a light lunch and a BIG cake. Anne loved the chocolate frosting! The congregation sent her off with a monetary gift and a GPS, as she began her ministry at BPC getting lost coming to lead her first worship service here! Quite a fitting gift!

View pictures from Anne’s Farewell party.

All Church Work Day Led by the Property Committee

Starting at 9 am on Saturday, Feb. 20, everyone is invited to help spruce up our church home. We have special guests coming for the 50th Anniversary celebration and a new pastor arriving!! Bring your painting gear and cleaning supplies. Let’s all pitch in! If you have questions beforehand – call Jason Weber, Chair of Property (414-456-9767).

Farewell to Rev. Anne Fisher

We say Good Bye to Rev. Dr. Anne Fisher on Sunday, January 31st.

After Worship join us for a Farewell Reception and Light Lunch in Appreciation for Anne’s Two Years of Ministry and Leadership at BPC

If you wish to participate in a farewell group gift, from the congregation, please send your check, payable to BPC to Elder, Judy Bauer. Contact the church for her address

Be sure your gift arrives not later than Wednesday January 27th.

2009 Church Bake Sale

A Holiday Church Bake Sale will be held on December 13^th, to benefit Christen Wandsnider, daughter of Bill and Sandy Campbell.

The Mission Committee will match all proceeds.  We are looking for those who will bake and bring items to be ready for sale on Sunday, December 13^th.

For more information talk with Diane Heppe or Rev. Fisher.

Calling all bakers, sorters, and sellers!

• Bakers, on Saturday, December 12^th drop off cookies in the church kitchen by 10:00 a.m.
• Sorters on Saturday, December 12^th are needed from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the kitchen.
• Sellers and buyers are needed after service on Sunday, December 13^th immediately after church (about 11:30 a.m.)

Signup sheets are located in the Narthex.  Thanks for your mission support!