THE MESSENGER

GREENFIELD AVENUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

1455 s. 97^th St., West Allis, WI 53214

Church Office 414-453-3710

www.gapc-usa.com gapc@execpc.com

Sunday Worship Schedule

April 8 - May 6, 2007

Sun. April 8 - 7:00 AM - Easter Sunrise Worship

is led by the Youth Class, today.

Sun April 8 - 9:30 AM Easter, & “Penny Sunday”

First Reading: Isaiah 65:17-25

Second Reading: Luke 24:1-12

Sermon: “Looking for the Living ”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Pat Sczypiorski

Ushers: Larry & Greg Smith, Kevin & Kelley Kadunc

Sun April 15 - 9:30 AM

Rev. Tom Dietrich, who was raised at GAPC,

is our “Guest Preacher” this morning.

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Elsie Mae Arenz

Ushers: Libbie Jansen; JJ, Derek & Kaitlyn Saugstad

Sun April 22 - 9:30 AM - “Penny Sunday”

First Reading: Psalm 30

Second Reading: Acts 9:1-20

Sermon: “Regaining Our Sight”

Liturgist/ Children’s Message: Sally Tarvid

Ushers: Tom Liempeck, Jim Dickson & Steve Jakubowski

Sun April 29 - 9:30 AM

First Reading: Psalm 23

Second Reading: John 10:22-30

Sermon: “Who Are You?!?”

Liturgist/Children’s Message: Terry Arenz

Ushers: Sherman & Sally Stock, Ruth Lefevre & Marv Saugstad

Sun. May 6 - 9:30 AM - Communion Worship

First Reading: Psalm 148

Second Reading: Acts 11:11-18

Sermon: “Who’s Out? Who’s In?”

Liturgist/Children’s Message - Pat Sczypiorski

Ushers: Gail Kloes, Jenny Lefevre, The Andersons

MAUNDY THURSDAY worship is here at GAPC, at 7:30 Pm, on April 5. We’re hosting Forest Park, Faith & Heritage Presbyterian Churches on this occasion. The choirs will sing; it will be a moving worship. Plan to attend.

Easter Breakfast tickets are on sale, now; they’re $5.00 for adults’ $3.00 for children under age 12; & $12.50 for “family” (which consists of parents & minor children living in the home.) It happens at 8:00 AM on Sunday, April 8. Featured is our usual spectacular meal, with a WONDERFUL egg dish, donut holes, hard rolls, beverages makes your taste buds tingle just thinking about it! Dick Kloes & L.B. Smith are “in charge”; there’s a sign-up sheet at the rear of the sanctuary, to let us know how you’ll help. Set-up will be at 9:00 AM on Saturday, April 7.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, to all who helped with our Mar. 31 “18^th Annual Great Pancake Breakfast”. Very special thanks to JT Gall, who sees to “all the planning”, & is chief pancake turner & shepherd. Those who came to eat, & brought friends, played an important role, too!

FROM THE PASTOR --- Happy Holy, Beloved!

Our friend Jesus has been in the news a lot lately! Did you hear about the documentary film that suggests that just maybe, they have found Jesus’ family tomb? Complete with his wife & child. Hmmm.

And then there is the story of the guy in Houston who says he is Jesus! Boy, does that cause a sensation! The second coming of Jesus supposedly is a Puerto Rican pastor who likes to smoke cigars & drink scotch. Hmmm.

I’m not sure that this is exactly the kind of press that Jesus hopes for

Have you ever wondered why the cross in our church has no Jesus on it? It’s not just an oversight, it is an expression of deep-seated belief.

We are convinced -- we KNOW-- that the cross is empty, & so is the tomb, because Jesus is alive. Jesus is Risen.

I would say, though, that Jesus IS alive & well & living in Houston -- & Boston, & London. Jesus is thriving in Africa, & Bolivia, even Argentina -- & (can you believe it) even in an exotic place called North America!

Jesus is alive & well & living everywhere where people love each other, & care for each other, where they look out for each other. That’s why they call us “the body of Christ!”

Experience the living Christ with us, & invite everyone you love to join in the celebration. There’s life happening here!

God loves you! Me too! - Pastor Kevin

PASTOR KEVIN will be away from April 11 - April 16, officiating at the Florida wedding of Emily Gall & Jared Drury, & enjoying a visit with Florida family . As always, if there’s an emergency while he’s away, call Sue Smith at the church office or at home (262-782-4533); or Deacon’s Member Care coordinator Sandy Reichert, (H) 414-476-5822, or (Cell) 414-430-5564. They’ll see to it that your pastoral needs are met.

Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary Sue Smith will be on vacation from April 26 -

May 14. For that reason, there’s an EARLY deadline (Thursday, April 12) for the May newsletter. As usual, all bulletins will be prepared prior to her departure. If you have an announcement that does NOT get included in bulletins for April 29, May 6, or May 13, please DO make the announcement verbally, during Sunday worship.

ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING

“Who Is My Neighbor” is the title of this year’s One Great Hour of Sharing special offering. Jesus showed us that “neighbor” means EVERYONE who is in need, from Louisiana to Sudan! How can we live Christ’s commandment to love ALL our neighbors? By TREATING them like neighbors -- accepting their help when offered & offering ours when needed. One Great Hour of Sharing gives an opportunity to share God’s love with neighbors everywhere. In this season of Lent, we focus on what it means to live in righteousness. By giving to the One Great Hour of Sharing, we extend our reach to those whom we would never meet on our own. Your gifts to this special offering bring healing & wholeness to people in all walks of life. Through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, the Presbyterian Hunger Program, through Self-Development of People -- all supported by OGHS -- Christ is exalted as we reach out in his name. New life is offered to individuals and communities through our contributions. You will find pew envelopes marked “One Great Hour of Sharing” in the sanctuary racks through the month of April. Please extend our reach to change lives and communities. It’s amazing what your gifts can do!

SPECIAL PEOPLE

Larry Czaplewski, diagnosed with a brain tumor.

Hilda Czaplewski, struggling with a nasty upper respiratory virus.

Marj Tarvid (Pastor Kevin’s mom), recovering from surgery on March 20.

Ann & Tom Liempeck. Ann’s mother, Elizabeth Scherer, passed away on March 21.

Beth Beck, facing some health challenges.

Barb Brunett, hospitalized while visiting her son in Madison. It’s heart related, but should be easily treated.

David Brunett, son of Barb & Bud, who was hospitalized in Madison with a serious staph infection. He’s responding to treatment, & is home, but it will be some weeks before he’s off antibiotics.

Family & friends of Helen Streng. Helen passed away in her sleep on March 7. Services were held on March 10. Helen’s daughter-in-law, a Presbyterian minister, officiated.

Bill Toepfer, who underwent a successful cardiac procedure.

Lillian Anderson, scheduled for a knee replacement April 24.

Jean Kern, who had a health scare during a recent PACE class. She’s back in worship.

Ed & Bobbie Griffith. Ed’s aunt Dorothy, to whom they were very close, passed away last week at the age of 101.

Several members of the congregation, who are seeking new jobs.

For Jennifer Winchell & Tony MacLean, who were wed here on Feb. 24. The couple will make their home in Texas, where the groom, a Marine, is stationed.

At the March 17 marriage of Cary Pope & Lisa Carletto.

Jeri Gamache, well on the way to recovery from a lengthy bout with pneumonia, & other health problems. She’s back leading “Fit & Faithful” exercise classes.

That we received Pat Dettman into membership on March 4.

That Spencer Myers was received into membership at the March 20 Session meeting. He’ll be formally introduced to the congregation in a few weeks.

For Phyllis Anderson, who began a new job early in March. She’s working as an internal auditor.

That Rob, Nicole, Becky & Tommy Martin ALL passed their Tae Kwon Do testing, & have advanced to “Gold Belt” status.

That our outstanding HANDBELL CHOIR gave such a lovely & moving performance at the Ash Wednesday worship. Thanks to all “ringers” & director Pam Leintz.

Pam, Ed & Erick Leintz have announced that they will be moving to Atlanta, GA, in the near future. With daughter Becky to be married there in October, & Wisconsin’s lengthy winters becoming burdensome, the temptation to relocate proved irresistible. They’ll remain with us until at least June 15. It’s doesn’t seem quite right to put this news in the “Joy” column, for we’ll miss them greatly, & are so sorry to see them go!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

April 7 - Michael Schmeling

11 - Kristina Tarvid

13 - Laurie Karrels & Esther

Hendry

19 - Phyllis Anderson

23 - Lorraine Beining

25 - Peggy Cetnarowski

26 - Sherman Stock

28 - April Miklautsch

29 - Marietta Hewelette

30 - Anne Weber

May 3 - Sue Pope

4 - Erin Cetnarowski

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

April 19 - Louise & Vince

Berte ( 66 years!)

27 - Sue & Larry Smith

(44 years!)

27 - Laurie & Tony Elliott

The March, 2007 edition of “Fit & Faithful News” (our “healthy” newsletter), is available for pick-up now, at the narthex Youth Booth.

GREETERS:

Apr 5 - (Maundy Thurs.) 7:30 PM

Marie & Marve Hagen

Apr 8 - Sunrise - Elsie Mae &

Ken Arenz

Apr 8 - 9:30 - Peg & Lee Larson

Apr 15 - Jeri & John Gamache

Apr 22 - Arliss & Hugh Evans

Apr 29 - Kay & Chuck Barber

May 6 - Jean & Bob Seiberlich

THANKS A BUNCH! TO:

Dick Kloes & Ed Griffith, who spent much of the evening of March 27 in the boiler room, repairing the refrigerator’s broken condenser fan.

and ...

John Gamache, who performed a much-needed service, in cleaning out the refrigerator.

and ...

Ed Griffith, Bobbie Griffith & Dan Lefevre, who installed the fabulous new drop ceiling in the front entryway of the church. Look up when you come in it’s GORGEOUS!

and ...

Dr. Michael Tremba, who gave such an excellent presentation to the Adult Class on “Foods By God”.

and ...

Bob Connolly, who told the Adult Discussion Group about “Greater Milwaukee Sponsors” on March 25. He presented a genuine idea whose time has come!

and ...

All who helped make the “Chili Mac After Church Café” a success on March 11.

and ...

Nicole Martin & Melissa Gall, who provided “Special Music” with flute & cello for worship on March 11. And for Nicole’s continued flute accompaniment of the Chancel Choir, on a variety of numbers.

and ...

All who attended Family Fun Night on March 24 & Kerstin Lefevre, who organized it.

and ...

All the folks in our PACE exercise class, who are so devoted. (You should see this class GROW! WOW! There were 24 folks there on March 22!)

and ...

All the folks who’ve received training to staff Miller Park Sportservice booths. (We still need MORE workers see article, on p. 3.)

and ...

Gail & Dick Kloes, working even harder than usual, as they pitch in on tasks your Administrative Assistant can’t do with only one hand fully functional.

ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP

April 8 - Easter Sunday; no Sunday School classes today.

April 15 - Sue Smith & the class discuss questions from “The Book of IF”

April 22 - Special guest discussion leader Judy Olson talks with the class about IDENTITY THEFT, & what we can do to protect ourselves from this national epidemic. DON’T MISS THIS ONE!

April 29 - Jeri Gamache shares her special talent as a personal trainer, as she teaches us about “Meditation & Chair Stretch”. It’s healthy, & FUN!

May 6 - To Be Announced

The Center for Every Day Spirituality’s

First Annual HEALTH & WELLNESS Conference, scheduled for March 24, was postponed. A tentative date has been set for September 22, 2007. We hope everyone in the congregation will save the date on their calendar, for it will be an expanded event over that which was previously announced, with workshops designed to appeal to persons of ALL ages! We’ll announce further details as the process unfolds.

In regard to our “Center”, we received the following email:

“Dear Greenfield Avenue Friends -

I have been thinking about your Center for Every Day Spirituality ever since I read about it in the monthly Messenger. It sounds wonderful!

Do keep up your faithful witness to the compassion of Jesus for the world, as you have been doing for many years. It takes effort and time, but most of all your committed will! As Winston Churchill famously said to a Presbyterian College graduating class several years after the end of WW2: "Never give up! Never give up!"

God's Peace and Love be with you all.

John Gregg”

(John was our pastor for 18 years, & retired 10 years ago! Where does the time go?)

JJ Saugstad & Kevin Kadunc are members of the Nathan Hale Huskies High School Baseball Team, & the team is facing budget cuts. The “Friends of Nathan Hale Baseball” are holding their 4^th annual fund-raiser to benefit the team on Saturday, April 21, from 7:00 - 11:00 PM in the Gonzaga Hall of St. Aloysius Church, on 92^nd & Greenfield. The event includes a dance, raffle, and silent auction. Monetary donations and/or items for the auction tables are welcomed. Funds raised will go toward purchase of bats, catcher’s equipment, uniforms, & new safety nets. (Because alcohol will be served, you must be 21 years of age to attend the fund raiser.) Speak to Heather or JR Saugstad, or Laurie Kadunc, if you have questions, or would like to make a donation.

MAYFEST IS COMING!!! On Thurs., May 17, at 6:30 PM, we’ll enjoy a lovely meal featuring home-made meat-loaf, salad, cheesy potato casserole, bread, green beans, & our popular “make-your-own sundae” dessert. It’s followed by our very own HOME-GROWN TALENT SHOW! Some folks have already “signed on” as performers, but need more, & we’re inviting ANYONE with an “awesome & unique” talent card tricks, knitting, tap dancers, jugglers, singers, musicians to speak with coordinator Terry Arenz (321-7354) & say “Yes! We want to perform!” We’ll also need folks to help set up, serve, & clean up let Terry know. THANKS!

NEEDED: CHURCH PICNIC COORDINATORS

Our Annual Church Picnic is set for Sunday, June 3. We’re in need of folks to agree to coordinate this very special occasion in the life of our congregation. Tell Pastor Kevin or

MILLER PARK TRAINING - Because Old Man Winter threw us a curve ball on Feb. 25, our training session for those staffing the Sportservice booths at Miller Park was cancelled!

Those who wish to work the booths MUST receive training (even if you worked last year).

Training dates at Miller Park are: April 10, April 12, April 24, April 26, May 10, May 22, & May 24, all from 6:30 - 9:00 PM; or Saturday, April 21, from 1:30 - 3:30 PM.

Let JR Saugstad know when you’ll be planning to go; he can check with Miller Park & make sure that session isn’t too full & also, can give you directions about how to get where you need to be! We’re signed up to work games on April 21, May 4, May 28, May 30, June 2, June 22, June 25, June 27, July 13, & July 14.

Games May 28 (at 1:05 PM); May 30 (12:05 PM); June 25 (7:05 PM); & June 27 (1:05 PM) are in SPECIAL need of folks to work. Remember, we MUST have a MINIMUM of six workers per booth (& if we have extra workers signed, we might be assigned to a bigger booth, which means MORE money for the church!)

We also need folks to agree to serve as booth LEADERS. It’s not very difficult, & requires only a little extra work but each booth MUST have a leader.

STEP UP TO THE PLATE, get training, & enjoy the fun, fellowship, &

satisfaction you’ll get from helping with this, our highest-yielding fund raiser. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, to all who get trained.

ADULT CLUB will have dinner at the Sons of Norway at 6:00 PM on Sat., April 28. Cost is $12.00; make your reservations with Joyce, 414-771-2925, by the April 21 deadline, please.

The Dollars &

Sense of Giving:

Gifts of Real Estate: If you no longer wish to occupy or manage property and wish to make a charitable gift, you may find that a gift of real property can be a very efficient way to use your property to meet both goals.

If you sell your real estate and have had it for a while, it can generate a sizable capital gain tax, especially if the property is not your main residence.

Through an outright gift, you may get a tax savings. First, in most cases you will receive a charitable income tax deduction for the value of the property. In addition, you will not be liable for capital gains tax on the transfer since the property was given rather than sold.

If you give property that has not been producing an income, your gift does not adversely affect your current income.

As always, consult an attorney, tax advisor and financial advisor.

Call me – I can help.

Happy Giving.

Sue Pope CLU, ChFC

Foundation President

Securities and investment advisory service offered through Packerland Brokerage Services, Inc.

SYNOD SCHOOL will be held at Buena Vista University, in Storm Lake, Iowa, from July 22 -27. It’s an annual midsummer ministry of the Synod of Lakes & Prairies of the PC (U.S.A.) The school is for laity, clergy, families, & singles. It’s fun, filled with mind-stretching courses, worship, & singing. You’ll long remember your experience there, for the learning opportunities, the fellowship, & time for private reflection are moments you’ll treasure for years to come. There are over 50 courses offered, from “Obscure but Crucial Characters in the Bible”, to a class in Yoga, & SOOOO much more! There’s a catalog on the narthex bulleting board, behind the Youth Booth, which will provide all the details.

Nurse’s News

April 2007

by Lynn Heinrich, RN, Parish Nurse in Partnership with Aurora Health Care

“The punishment that brought us peace, was upon him.” Isaiah 53:5

Warm spring greetings to all of you! As the days become longer and the newness of spring emerges, may we ever be reminded of God’s beautiful presence in our lives. April begins with Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy week. It is the day that Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey. “See, your king comes to you, righteous and having salvation, gentle and riding on a donkey.” These words were written by the prophet Zechariah some 500 years before Christ. Thursday is the day Jesus celebrated the Passover meal with his disciples and the day the “Lord’s Supper” was instituted. Historically, when the children of Israel were in captivity in Egypt the “Passover” was what ultimately gave them their freedom. No plague prior to this one could shake the Pharoah. This one was different. Each household of Isreael was to prepare an unblemished male lamb or goat and bread made without leaven. They were to eat it in their traveling clothes. The blood from the slaughtered lamb was to be put on the sides and tops of the doorframes. The firstborn from every household would die unless the blood of the lamb was on the doorframe. The angel of death would then “pass over” those houses. The symbolism between that unblemished lamb and Christ is one of the most revered in our Christian tradition. Friday, of course, has become known as “Good” Friday because it was the day Christ’s death became our victory -- our salvation was won. And then comes Easter. Jesus rose from the dead! Because of his glorious resurrection, we are saved! Jesus was the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Salvation is ours through his death and resurrection. May the joy and hope of the Risen Savior fill your hearts and minds with peace and joy. Christ is risen Hallelujah!

Spring has sprung so do muscle aches and pains from overuse! Just a word of caution as you don your garden gear and head to the back forty. Remember, there are muscles you may not have used much in the past few months. If you do find yourself with some muscle soreness or achiness, try a warm bath, heat, and some Tylenol for the discomfort. Rest will usually relieve the discomfort. If pain persists or is sharp or sudden, consult your doctor. Enjoy the opportunity to dig and plant but use common sense, take it easy and enjoy!

Having a bad day?...Try one of these “Lift your Spirits” tips

• Exercise. Get out there and sweat it out. It will release much-needed endorphins and help lift your spirits.

• Take some deep breaths. Close your eyes and breath deeply. This helps you gain focus
• Sing. Sing loud; sing hard, and rock out. This is a great way to scream away your frustrations.
• Read inspirational quotes and sayings. Open your bible and read a favorite Psalm or check out the wisdom in Proverbs.
• Talk and walk. Call a friend and ask if they would like to talk and walk. Great catharsis comes from sharing your burdens.
• Go out of your way to help someone in need. This helps bring your life back into perspective and reminds you about the things going right in your life – instead of the things going wrong.

APRIL, 2007

CALENDAR

Mon Apr 2 6:00 PM - Fit & Faithful Exercise

Wed Apr 4 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thurs Apr 5 6:30 PM - Choirs Practice

7:30 PM - Maundy Thursday worship, here *

Fri Apr 7 12:00 - 3:00 PM - Good Friday

Services at Village at Manor Park - GAPC at 1:30

Sat Apr 7 9:00 AM - Set up for Easter Breakfast

Sun Apr 8 7:00 AM - Easter Sunrise Worship

8:00 AM - Easter Breakfast *

9:30 AM - Second Easter Service,

with “Bethlehem Stars” singing

Mon Apr 9 6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” Exercise

7:15 PM - Resources Committee

Tues Apr 10 6:30 PM - CE/Nurture Committee

Wed Apr 11 * Pastor Kevin’s vacation begins *

6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thur Apr 12 9:00 AM - Newsletter Deadline *

1:30 PM - PACE meets

7:00 PM - Friends of MS

Sun April 15 9:30 AM - Tom Dietrich preaches

Mon Apr 16 6:00 PM - Fit & Faithful Exercise

Wed Apr 18 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thurs Apr 19 1:30 PM - PACE meets

6:00 PM - Wedding rehearsal

Fri Apr 20 6:00 PM - Wedding of Angela

Peterson & Troy Nealey

Sun Apr 22 10:45AM - Judy Olson discusses

identity theft with the Adult Class *

Mon Apr 23 6:00 PM - “Fit & Faithful” Exercise

7:15 PM - Health & Wellness Comm.

Wed Apr 25 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Bells & Choir

Mon Apr 30 6:00 PM - Fit & Faithful Exercise

Wed May 2 6:30 & 7:30 PM - Handbells & Choir

Thur May 3 1:30 PM - PACE meets

Sun May 6 9:30 AM - Communion worship with

“Bethlehem Stars” singing