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Christmas 2024 at Atonement
Children’s Christmas Program & Advent Festival
Sunday, December 15th, 9:30am
Regular 8:00am worship.
Advent Festival of crafts and fellowship begins right after the Christmas Program.
No 10:45am worship.
Festival of Music
Sunday, December 22nd, 8:00am & 9:30am
Hear Christmas music from our “Senior Choir,” Choir, Bell Choir, and more!
No 10:45am worship.
Christmas Eve Worship
Tuesday, December 24th
11am Traditional Worship
2pm Contemporary Worship
4pm Contemporary Worship
8pm Traditional Worship
Candle lighting at each service.
Sunday After Christmas
Sunday, December 29th, 9:30am
Only one service this Sunday—it will be filled with Christmas music and cheer.
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FORT 2025
We leave for Fort on Thursday, January 9 at about 4 p.m. (More information will be sent to registrants). We will be leaving Fort no later than noon on Sunday, January 12 and will be getting back in the late afternoon.
Parents, please register yourself as the registering parent and then the youth as a youth participant. Friends are welcome to attend!
Tell me more about Fort Wilderness! (Cross Trainers)
We have been going to FW for SEVERAL years. It is a Christian camp in Rhinelander. The Winter Retreat offers sledding (down a HUGE hill), ice-skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, broom ball (think hockey with just your boots on and instead of hockey sticks they are brooms!), the chair of death (which is actually a lot of fun, they made me go in it a few years ago), AWESOME food, lots and lots of fun!!
We will do a devotion in the mornings and at night and the rest of the time campers are allowed to explore the grounds. (There’s also a coffee shop and canteen to purchase treats.) The rest of the “fun” things are included when you sign up.
Tell me more about Fort Wilderness! (ACTS)
Students in ACTS go to Fort to serve and have some fun doing it! There are many jobs that need to be filled during the weekend. You may get the opportunity to:
Serve in the Canteen/Gift Shop-making popcorn, making shakes, working the register, etc.
Serve at CampGrounds-the on-site coffee shop
Serve in Accommodations-Wiping tables after meals, vacuuming, moping floors, etc.
Stable Volunteer-Tending to horses, cleaning stalls, helping people go on horse rides
Broom Ball Volunteer-Helping to make sure everyone has a helmet and is playing fair
Equipment Handout-Handing out ice skates, cross country skis and boots, etc to campers
Kitchen Crew-Washing Dishes
Kitchen Prep-Prepping food for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You may also visit the FW website!
https://fortwilderness.com/camp/church-youth-group/
Students can also bring friends!
Please let me know if you have any other questions!
kara@atonementmuskego.org
Please sign-up below if you are interested!
First Communion 2024-25
First Communion is an important part of Atonement’s Stepping Stone ministry, and is focused on fifth grade and older students. The workshop will be an opportunity for students and their families to learn about the meaning and importance of Communion in an engaging way, with a presentation of their First Communion to follow.
Workshop: Tuesday, January 14, from 6:30-8:15 p.m.
Presentation: Sunday, January 19, during the 9:30 a.m. worship service.
Workshop: Tuesday Jan. 14, 6:30-8:15 p.m.
We welcome any participants to join our Stepping Stone workshops; a parent/guardian and child experience for preparation to receive First Communion.
First Communion Workshop includes:
- Making a personalized chalice heirloom for First Communicants
- Race to the Cup Challenge
- Instructions on how to receive Communion
- Scavenger Hunt
Families should bring to the workshop:
- A sturdy, long stemmed, clear wine glass with a smooth non-faceted surface to be used to create a personalized Communion chalice
- A Bible
2nd Grade Bibles
When a child is baptized, parents make a promise that they will put a Bible in their child's hands and study the Bible with them. This workshop is to help families begin their child's journey into scripture and faith through God's word.
Bible Workshop
Tuesday, January 28th, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Presentation
Sunday, February 2nd, during the 9:30am service
Mission of Healing 2025
Mission of Healing trip to El Salvador: February 15-22, 2025
Application/Deposit Deadline: November 16, 2024
Travel on Saturday, visit sister churches on Sunday, help the Salvadoran Lutheran Church with their traveling health fair, setting up at a different spot each day Monday-Thursday, play on Friday, travel home on Saturday.
The offerings at the health fair always vary based on what our group can offer, but usually a combination of basic wellness checks, health education on topics like nutrition, reproductive health, mental health, oral health, and activities for kids. The Salvadorans have asked if we can do extra emphasis on mental health this year.
Skills needed: anyone can apply, but there are the skills/backgrounds we could most use this year:
Behavioral/mental health training
Nurses
Medical providers (advanced practice professionals, PAs, physicians)
Pharmacy
Art
Kids/education
Yoga/relaxation/expressive arts
We also always need 3-4 “willing to do anything” worker bee types.
No Spanish needed (though its always a plus).
Application available BELOW, or speak with Cindy Dostal and/or Pastor Kevin
Cost: Cost of your plane ticket (usually around $800) plus $500 for hotel, food, transportation, covid tests- all your in-country expenses. Atonement has typically offered $400 in support of the in-country expenses for our members.
To Apply: Download the form below, and email form to Nicole Krause, nicole@unitybrookfield.org
Direct Questions to Cindy Dostal (319)-240-2248 or dostal4@gmail.com
Christmas Advent Crafts
Extended Fellowship with treats and crafts, following the Kids BLAST Christmas Program.
Fun for ALL! This is for EVERYONE in the congregation!
Christmas Program: Go Tell it on the Mountain
Go Tell it on the Mountain
Join us following the Christmas program for extended fellowship and crafts after the program.
Decorate Atonement
On Saturday, December 7, join us in decorating Atonement for Christmas!
Come ready to help at 9:30am.
Women's Ministry Christmas Gathering
Women’s Ministry Christmas Gathering
Thursday, December 5th - 6:30pm
Appetizers and desserts hosted by Lydia and Ruth Circles
Fellowship, laughter, games, singing
White Elephant Gift exchange | Wear an ugly Christmas sweater (optional)
ALL WOMEN OF ATONEMENT ARE WELCOME!
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Fellowship
Worship with us at 6:30pm, followed by fellowship.
Open Door Cafe
Join us on:
November 27th from 10:00am-2:00pm at Open Door Cafe in Milwaukee. They are in need of 25 volunteers, the first 25 to sign up for this date will get the opportunity.
Volunteers can meet at church and carpool to the Cafe. Meet at church at 9:00am (leave by 9:15/9:20am.)
They are also in need for an extra date of:
Monday, November 25th 10:00am-2:00pm and/or Wednesday,
Volunteers can meet at Open Door Cafe.
They are in need of 10 volunteers, the first 10 to sign up for this date will get the opportunity.
Volunteers will be preparing food, serving and cleaning up.
Pie Baking & Sales
November 23rd: We invite youth to join us at 9 a.m. to prepare pies to sell on the following Sunday!
November 24th: Youth to help sell pies in between services. Purchase a pie and help raise money for Youth Trips and Coats for Kids for All Peoples Church.
Knit-Wit Silent Auction
Atonement’s Knit – Wits group will again be sponsoring their Silent Auction just in time for
holiday giving!
Beautiful handmade items including afghans, hats, mittens, scarves, prayer shawls and ornaments will be on display and ready for bidding Sunday, November 17th thru Sunday, December 8th in the church gathering area.
There will also be some “cash and carry” items available.
Fifty per cent of the proceeds will be donated to the Muskego Food Pantry and fifty per cent will be used by this ministry to buy yarn for future projects.
Come, shop and support us as we work to keep those in need warm and cozy! Any questions? Call Mary Mooney 414 425 3299.
Youth Ministry-Admirals Hockey Game
Join us on a trip to see the Milwaukee Admirals hockey game on Saturday, November 16th! We currently have Bye One Get One tickets, cost will be approximately $15.00.
We will carpool from Atonement!
AED Training
Atonement has a new AED!
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a portable device that can give an electronic shock to a heart that has stopped working to restore a normal heart beat. The AED is in a white wall cabinet in the Narthex, in the same place as our previous AED. The most important thing is that it is EASY TO USE. In case of an emergency someone should call 911. Then remove the AED from the cabinet and follow the simple audible directions.
Sunday, November 10th, between services, Renee Stadtler and Mary Hoffmann will provide some hands-on education, as well as a short video. You can also use this link to watch the video.
Feel Free to contact Mary Hoffmann (414-916-1509) with questions or if you would like any additional education opportunities for your group.
Operation Christmas
OPERATION CHRISTMAS: NOVEMBER 9 – DECEMBER 9
Help make Christmas brighter for teens at the Joy House and Cross Trainers Academy Milwaukee Rescue Mission. Pick up a tag from the tree or basket, and thanks for bringing joy to teens in need!
Take a gift suggestion list (suggested price range $20):
For girls: Make up, jewelry, lotion, hair and nail accessories.
For boys: Wisconsin sports themed novelties, and hand-held games.
For any teen: $10-25 Walmart, Amazon, or Target gift cards, board games, card games, graphic novels, YA books, adult coloring books, extreme dot-to-dot or other puzzle books, small age- appropriate lego sets, and science/craft kits.
Put gift in a bag (no special wrapping needed) and attach the tag from the tree. Put gift cards in designated box. Please return to church by Sunday, December 9.
All Saints' Sunday
All Saints Sunday is November 3rd. We will remember loved ones who died during the year, October 2023-2024, and with whom we celebrate the resurrection.
Provide the above information by October 27th to Kara Mendez: kara@atonementmuskego.org
WELCA Board Meeting
Plan to attend this very important meeting about the future of WELCA and Women’s Ministry at Atonement.
A light breakfast will be served.
ALL LADIES OF ATONEMENT ARE WELCOME
Little Steps Together Fall Session
Join Atonement’s Children’s Ministry in Little Steps Together! A 4-week class offered Mondays, October 28th-November 18th, from 6-7:15 p.m.
Little Steps Together is a set of classes giving grown-ups and their children ages 2-4 time to partner with a qualified educator in nurturing and training the child’s social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
The classes encourage the development of positive values, self concept, social skills, and attitude toward learning in a loving, safe, small group environment. Each class includes theme-based learning experiences through circle time, singing, playing, crafts/projects, and sharing a snack.
Fall Clean Up
Despite the warm weather, fall is on its way and winter won’t be far behind.
We need your assistance with fall clean-up at Atonement.
Saturday, October 26th at 9am
Please bring your typical tools of gloves, rakes, and garbage bucket to collect clippings.
If you have battery power hedge trimmer, blower, or weed whip,
they would be very helpful too.
Wits for School Kits-Trivia Night 2024
On Thursday, October 24 from 7-10 pm, join us for a fun night of trivia (and more) at The Suburban Bourbon!
Early-bird deadline Oct 14, save $5.00.
All funds raised will go towards purchasing school supplies that will be packed and sent around the world to students in need through Lutheran World Relief.
There will be a taco bar, a silent auction to fundraise for school supplies, and a cash bar!
$30/person, up to 6 members per team! If you need a team, we will assemble one for you!
Save $5 on your registration if you sign up by October 9!
There will also be prizes for trivia winners and the most creative team!
Refugee Clothes Pack
Mark your calendars for October 20th if you would like to help pack clothes for Refugees.
We will be packing in Fellowship Hall at church from 9-11am. Monetary donations are still accepted through October 6th on Realm and at the Wall of Envelopes.
Thank you very much and contact Kathy Strube (414-915-2283) with any questions.
Coats for Kids
Church in Society will again have our annual winter coat drive for All People’s Church.
Only new coats will be collected along with hats, scarves, mittens and gloves for toddler –high school sizes. Don’t have time to shop? Take advantage of the online giving or drop a check in the offering basket with “coats for kids” on the memo line and we will take care of the rest!
Let’s warm lots of hearts by providing lots of warm coats!
Collection runs through November 24th.
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Join us helping community in need at
All Peoples Food Pantry.
Collection runs until November 10th
Drop-off items to the table in the Narthex
Items needed are: Boxed Stuffing Mix, JIFFY corn bread mix, macaroni noodles, Velveeta cheese, Instant Potatoes, Glory Mixed Greens, Canned Sweet Potatoes, hot sauce, Turkey Gravy, Rice a Roni, Cranberry Sauce
2nd Annual Youth Corn Maze
2nd Annual trip to Borzynski’s Farm
For a hayride, maze and caramel apples!
Sunday, October 6th - We will leave right after 9:30am worship.
Open to all in 6th-12th grade. Cost is $15.
Outreach for Hope: Run Ride Walk 2024
OFH Family Ride Run Walk
Saturday, September 21 @ Four Event Sites:
Milwaukee • Kenosha • Dousman • Grafton
Join Team OFH for our 17th annual Family Ride Run Walk fundraiser:
A morning of road and trail bike ride, walking and running routes,
followed by a picnic lunch and fellowship!
Your support for this event funds grants to life-giving ministries serving low-income communities within the Greater Milwaukee Synod, ELCA. These Ministry Partners not only provide help with daily necessities, but most importantly, they are centers in the heart of their communities for providing transformation and hope.
Women’s Ministry Gathering
Hear a presentation from The Milwaukee Rescue Mission and learn how you can support their work.
Kick-Off Celebration-ONE Service
9:30am: ONE Service Indoors-Traditional & Contemporary Music
10:40am: Columbarium & Memory Garden Dedication
11:00am-12:00pm: Picnic/Games & FUN!
Save the Date-Wits for School Kits-Trivia Night 2024
On Thursday, October 24 from 7-10 pm, join us for a fun night of trivia (and more) at The Suburban Bourbon!
Early-bird deadline Oct 14, save $5.00.
All funds raised will go towards purchasing school supplies that will be packed and sent around the world to students in need through Lutheran World Relief.
There will be a taco bar, a silent auction to fundraise for school supplies, and a cash bar!
$30/person, up to 6 members per team! If you need a team, we will assemble one for you!
There will also be prizes for trivia winners and the most creative team!
Keep the Doors Open - APC Food Pantry
Keeping the food pantry doors open is an ongoing process. Thank you for your continued food donations!
Each month, we will feature a food item for donation, but other food items are always welcome.
August's food item is peanut butter.
In addition, in August, September and October, your food donation will make you eligible for a drawing for a gift basket. You can enter your name once a week with a food donation.
The drawing for the "Labor Day Party Basket" will be Sunday, August 25th.
Good luck and let's "Keep the Doors Open."
Youth Trips Recap Youth Gathering-July 28th Mission Trip-Minneapolis-Aug 4th
Find out from our Youth how their trips went! What did they do? What did they learn? Find out on July 28th and August 4th!