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GROUPS, CLASSES, & EVENTS FOR
SUMMER 2024
TABLE OF CON TEN TS
New to Eastbrook?...........................................................2
All-Church Events.............................................................3
NextGen (Birth-Grade 12) ...............................................5
Young Adults ..................................................................7
Menʼs Ministry.................................................................7
Womenʼs Ministry............................................................7
Prayer.............................................................................8
Worship & Arts................................................................9
Care................................................................................9
Missions.........................................................................10
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SMALL GROUP PICNIC
Sunday, July 28 · 12:30-2:30 pm · Kletzsch Park #1 · eastbrook.org/picnic24
This event is open to all existing small groups and also individuals interested
in joining a small group. We'll provide the food and some lawn games so they
don't have to bring any. Bringing a lawn chair would be helpful though! The
goal of this event is to spend time in fellowship with each other. We'll also
have an activity to help the newcomers get connected. Register online at
eastbrook.org/picnic24 by July 21.
Questions? Contact Rachael Sheets; rsheets@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x256.

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BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASSES
Sundays, May 19, May 26, Aug. 25, or Sept. 1 · 11 am · Room B229 · eastbrook.org/baptism
Adults who are interested in participating in the Lakefront Baptism on June 2
should plan to attend a Baptism Preparation Class on either May 19 or 26 at 11
am. We will also have a fall baptism on September 8. Those interested in being
baptized in September should attend a class on Sunday, August 25 or Sunday,
September 1. Registration for the class is required.
Questions? Contact Pastor Jim Caler; jcaler@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x213.

SERV E
★SERVE ON THE CONNECT TEAM★
Time Commitment: 1 Sunday/month, 1-2 hours
The Connect Team is responsible for welcoming guests to Eastbrook,
answering questions at the Info Desk and helping individuals find their next
steps at the Connecting Point. If you enjoy meeting and helping people, join
the Connect Team!
For more information and to sign up, contact Tanya Schachner, tschachner@eastbrook.org.

★ Look for this symbol to find serving opportunities! 2

DON ' T MISS I T !
EASTBROOK ACADEMY COMMENCEMENT
Saturday, June 1 · 10 am-12 pm · Worship Hall
Celebrate what God has done through the Class of 2024. To inquire about tickets and
reservations, contact Jennifer Dreger, jenniferdreger@eastbrookacademy.org.
LAKEFRONT BAPTISM SERVICES
Sunday, June 2 & Sunday, September 8 · 1 pm · Bradford Beach
A celebration of new life in Christ! Adults who are interested in participating in either
baptism should plan to attend a Baptism Preparation Class (see pg. 2).
AN EVENING OF WORSHIP & PRAYER (2ND TUESDAYS)
Tuesdays, June 11, July 9 & August 6 · 7-8 pm · Worship Hall
An extended time of worship and prayer for each other, the city, and the world. Our
August 6 gathering will be a prayer walk.
SOUTH ASIAN GLOBAL GATEWAY
Sunday, June 30 · Services at 8, 9:30 & 11 am Worship Hall · Lunch at 12:30 pm in Fellowship Hall
We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate God with our brothers and sisters from
South Asia with food and fellowship. We encourage Eastbrook to invite friends,
internationals, neighbors or co-workers to a worship service and the lunch to follow.
FAMILY WORSHIP WEEKEND
Sunday, July 7 · 8, 9:30 & 11 am · Worship Hall
Sunday Services for families to worship together. Nursery and Preschool are open for
the 9:30 and 11 am services. No classes for kids (K4 and up), students, or adults.
MIDDLE EASTERN GLOBAL GATEWAY
Sunday, July 14 · Services at 8, 9:30 & 11 am Worship Hall · Lunch at 12:30 pm in Fellowship Hall
We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate God with our brothers and sisters from
the Middle East with food and fellowship. We encourage Eastbrook to invite friends,
internationals, neighbors or co-workers to a worship service and the lunch to follow.
FAMILY CAMP
Friday, July 19-Sunday, July 21 · Green Lake Conference Center · Register at eastbrook.org/familycamp24
Family Camp is a wonderful time for you to spend with your family and your
Eastbrook Church family! Enjoy the outdoors for a weekend of campfires, swimming,
and fellowship. Multiple options exist for camping from tent sites, camper sites, cabins
and hotel rooms. Space is limited, so register today!
LEADER LAUNCH
Saturday, August 10 · 9-11 am · Worship Hall · Register at eastbrook.org/leaderlaunch24
Leader Launch is the most important gathering for all those involved in serving and
leadership at Eastbrook. We gather to recharge our vision for the coming year of
ministry, share key updates, and receive prayer for commissioning in service for the year.
★EASTBROOK OUTDOORS★
Sunday, August 11 · 11 am-2 pm · Front Parking Lot · Sign up to serve at eastbrook.org/outdoors
Our annual combined worship service outdoors, followed by an outdoor picnic.
Please note that on this Sunday, we will not have a service at 8 or 9:30 am.

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JUN E
2—Lakefront Baptism Service (pg. 3) 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
4—GriefShare Begins (pg. 9)
7—Combined Choir Concert (pg. 9) 09 10 11 12 13 14 15
9—Senior Celebration (pg. 6)
11—2nd Tuesdays (pg. 3) 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
15—Hymn Sing at Holy Grounds (pg. 9)
16—Child Dedication (pg. 5) 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30—South Asian Global Gateway (pg. 3)
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JU LY
7—Family Worship Weekend (pg. 3) 01 02 03 04 05 06
9—2nd Tuesdays (pg. 3)
07 08 09 10 11 12 13
13—Global Missions Summit (pg. 10)
14—Middle Eastern Global Gateway (pg. 3)
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
18—High School Wilderness Trip (pg. 6)
19—Family Camp (pg. 3) 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28—Small Group Picnic (pg. 2)
28 29 30 31

01 02 03
AUGUST
6—2nd Tuesdays Prayer Walk (pg. 3) 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
10—Leader Launch (pg. 3)
11—Eastbrook Outdoors (pg. 3) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

24—ICC Info Session (pg. 10)

25—Baptism Prep. Class (pg. 3) 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

27—Student Worship Retreat (pg. 6)

25 26 27 28 29 30 31
31—Tour of Milwaukee (pg. 10)

FIND AN UP-TO-DATE CALENDAR ONLINE AT

EASTBROOK.ORG/CALENDAR OR IN YOUR APP!
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SUMMER CAMPS
Week 1: June 24-28 · Week 2: July 1-3 · Week 3: July 8-12 · Week 4: July 15-19
Four weeks offering a variety of day camps for kids K5 and up (as of Fall 2023), including
a new VBS camp for Preschool (ages 2-3)! Please see full descriptions of individual
camps and register at eastbrook.org/summercamp.
Karin Peterson; kpeterson@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x262.
★SERVE IN NEXTGEN: FALL VOLUNTEER KICK-OFF!★
Sunday, August 25 · 11 am-12:30 pm · Fellowship Hall · Register at eastbrook.org/nextgenkickoff
This luncheon meeting will set the course for our ministry year ahead! We will talk about
our vision for discipling kids this year, share the details of Sunday morning routines and
procedures, and meet our ministry teammates! Register online by August 22.
Pastor Laure Herlinger; lherlinger@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x225.

LITTLES & KI DS ( BIRTH-GRADE 4)

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays, June 2-August 25 (not July 7 or August 11) · 9:30 am · Find a room list in the B-100s Hallway
Please note that Summer Sunday School for grades K4-Grade 4 is held during the 9:30
am service only. Kids' Choirs will be back in the Fall.

CHILD DEDICATION CLASS

Sunday, June 9 · 11 am · B120 · Register at eastbrook.org/dedication
This one-time class explores the biblical basis for dedicating children to the Lord.
Parents who plan to dedicate their children in the June 16 worship services must attend
this class and fill out the form at eastbrook.org/dedication.
Pastor Laure Herlinger; lherlinger@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x225.

MI DDLE SCHOOL ( GRADES 5-8)

SUMMER MIDDLE NIGHTS
Wednesdays, June 19, 26, July 3, 10, & August 14, 18 & 21 · 6-8 pm · Locations Vary
Students who just completed grades 5-8—come hang out with us for some summer
fun as we embrace and build our middle school community this summer! We will
have games, food, and summer fun. Please note that on August 18, we will be at
Bearpaw Adventure Park and we ask that you please register for that event. Find a list
of full dates & times at eastbrook.org/studentsummer2024.
Joran Weitzer; jweitzer@eastbrook.org, 414.477.4265.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER SUNDAYAM

Sundays, June 2, 9, 23 & August 18 · 9:30 am · Holy Grounds
Don’t miss out on Summer SundayAM! Grades 5-8 are invited to join us.
Joran Weitzer; jweitzer@eastbrook.org, 414.477.4265.

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HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12)
SENIOR CELEBRATION
Sunday, June 9 · Prayer in Worship Services, Lunch to follow · Register at eastbrook.org/classof24
Graduating seniors—you and your parent(s) are invited to be prayed over and blessed
from the stage during one of the worship services with a celebratory lunch to follow.
Pastor Nic Fridenmaker; nfridenmaker@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x242.

SUMMER STUDENT NIGHTS

Sundays, June 2, 9, 23, July 7, 14, & August 18 · Various locations · 6-8 pm
Weather-permitting, Summer Student Night is all about being outside! We will have
snacks, explore, and spend time worshiping God. Find locations and more details
online at eastbrook.org/studentsummer2024.

HIGH SCHOOL FIREWORKS

Wednesday, July 3 · 7-11 pm · Lakefront · Register at eastbrook.org/studentsummer2024
High Schoolers, let’s watch the fireworks together! Sign up online by July 2.

WILDERNESS TRIP
July 18-28 · Pecos Wilderness (New Mexico) · Register by June 15 at eastbrook.org/wildtrip24
Our annual Wilderness Trip this year will take place in the Pecos Wilderness in New
Mexico. This is a backpacking trip! Which means you will load up all you need in a
backpack and explore the wilderness with a small group of students and experienced
guides! We spend time learning from God, each other, and nature. This experience
can and has changed so many lives towards God in a real way.
Pastor Nic Fridenmaker; nfridenmaker@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x242.

GREAT AMERICA TRIP

Wednesday, August 14 · 9 am-8 pm · eastbrook.org/greatamerica24
High Schoolers, let’s go have fun riding roller coasters before you go back to school!

ALL STU DEN TS ( GRADES 5-12)

FALL RETREAT 2024
September 13-15 · Phantom Ranch · Register by August 31 at eastbrook.org/fallretreat24
Fall Retreat returns in a traditional fashion this year! Join us as we kick off the year
together and set the tone of worship and community. This year's retreat will be at
Phantom Ranch in Mukwonago!
Pastor Nic Fridenmaker; nfridenmaker@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x242.

STUDENT WORSHIP RETREAT

August 30-31 · Location TBD · eastbrook.org/worshipretreat24
If you have previously been or desire to be a part of our student worship team, join us
for this year’s student Worship Retreat. We’re filling these days with all sorts of fun to
jumpstart our 2024-2025 Student Worship year: community building, worship
training, outdoor adventures, delicious food, and more. Location TBD. More informa-
tion can be found online.
Shelby Decker; sdecker@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220.

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YOUNG ADU LTS
EASTBROOK 20S & 30S
Thursdays · 7-8:30 pm · Holy Grounds
A weekly gathering of Eastbrook 20 & 30 year olds for fellowship, fun & faith! Find
details on Facebook (facebook.com/eastbrookya) or Instagram (@eastbrook20s30s).
Zac Lee: eastbrook20s-30s@eastbrook.org.

OLDER ADU LTS

GRANDPARENTING MATTERS (6-WEEK CLASS)
Sundays, June 9-July 28 (not July 7) · 9:30 am · B229
One of the most important things we can do is to be intentional about Christian
grandparenting. Come to as many of these classes as you can to see the best of the
2023 Summit Grandparenting Matters videos, followed by discussion with other
grandparents.
Pastor Ruth Carver; rcarver@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x208.

M EN
MEN’S THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY
Thursdays · 12-1 pm · Holy Grounds
Join other Eastbrook men for encouragement through studying the Bible and prayer.
Pastor Tom Meyer; tmeyer@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x229.

SAVE THE DATE: MEN’S RETREAT

Friday, October 4-Saturday, October 5 · Lake Lawn Resort · Register at eastbrook.org/mensretreat24
Join with other Christian men this fall at Lake Lawn Resort to explore how together we
can become better followers of Christ in our daily walk. Don’t miss out! Sign up today.
Eric Peterson: epeterson277@gmail.com.

WOM EN
LIVING WITH CONFIDENCE IN A CHAOTIC WORLD
Wednesdays, May 8, 22, June 5, 12, 26, July 10, 17, 31, August 7, 14 · 6:30-8 pm · Zoom
Discuss the book Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World by Dr. David Jeremiah along
with other Eastbrook women. Note: This is a zoom discussion and will be limited to
the first 10 participants in order to allow for everyone to participate fully!
Contact Mary Dixon to register; mjdwu4@gmail.com, 414.269.2497.

THE PRACTICE OF THE PRESENCE OF GOD

Discuss the book The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence with other
Eastbrook women. There will be four in-person discussions but the dates are flexible,
decided by who is participating. Contact Loris to learn dates of meetings and locations!
Contact Loris Jacobs; lorisjacobs@sbcglobal.net, 414.333.1275.

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THE BOOK OF DANIEL
Fridays, June 7-August 30 · 9:30-11 am · Holy Grounds
Read and discuss the fascinating book of Daniel with other women to discover God's
power and the hope it provides! Led by Pam Chadsey and Esther Welch.
Contact Pam Chadsey to register; pschadseygk5@gmail.com, 414.352.3613.

CREATION CARE
Wednesdays, June 12, 19, 26 & July 10 · 6:30-8 pm · Zoom
Join Christina Winrich and Katherine Riebe to discuss and practically show what it
means for us as followers of Christ to care for the creation God has entrusted us with!
Contact Katherine Riebe to register: kathriebe@gmail.com.

PRAYER
WEEKDAY MORNING PRAYER
Monday-Friday · 6-6:45 am · Multi-Purpose Room (Church Office Building)+Zoom
Join us to pray each weekday morning (Monday-Friday).
Questions? Need a Zoom link? Contact Pastor Femi Ibitoye; fibitoye@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x246.

EDUCATORS PRAYER
Sundays, June 9 · 11 am · B226b
Are you a school employee, public or private school teacher, college or university
professor, home school teacher or parent of a student? Come join us on the 2nd Sunday
of each month as we pray together. Note: After June we take a "summer break" and will
resume meeting in September!
Charlie Davison; charles.davison@sbcglobal.net, 414.426.8059.

SATURDAY WOMEN‘S PRAYER

Second Saturdays (June 8, July 13 & August 10) · 9-10 am · Zoom
Inviting women of all ages to join us in this special time of prayer.
Questions? Need a Zoom link? Contact Jamilah Underwood; promiseofprayer@yahoo.com, 414.698.7449.

WOMEN’S MISSIONS PRAYER

Thursdays · 9 am · Zoom
Join other Eastbrook women as we meet with and care for our international workers. We
learn how we can be praying for these workers, and spend time together as group
praying through their requests.
Contact Pastor Dan Ryan for a Zoom link; dryan@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x239.

★MINISTERS OF PRAYER★
Sundays, One Service/Month · 8 am-12 pm · Worship Hall
Do you love people and prayer? Do you believe in the power of prayer to change
things? Please consider joining our prayer team and let us see the face of God
together for others after each Sunday worship service.
Esther Welch; esther53welch@gmail.com, 414.464.3463.

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COMBINED CHOIR CONCERT
Friday, June 7 · 7-8:30 pm · Worship Hall
The Eastbrook Worship Choir and Adonai Singers invite you to join us for a night of
singing. We'll be doing a variety of music from classical, to pieces last featured in Global
Gateways, and new repertoire.

HYMN SING
Saturday, June 15 · 5-6 pm · Holy Grounds
Join us for an hour of worship with hymns, piano and others who love to sing. Anyone
who loves to sing hymns is welcome to join!
Linda Ehlers; psalm34_5@yahoo.com, 414.931.8900.

★DANCE ETERNAL★
Sundays · 11 am-12:15 pm · Gym
Dance Eternal is dedicated to worshiping the Lord with dance. Adults and teens who
are gifted and have formal dance training are welcome. We are a year-round ministry,
with only a few weeks off, however you are not required to be in every dance.
Kim Brunner; kimmerbrunner@gmail.com, 414.477.9310.

★PRODUCTION TEAM★
Sundays · 6 am-12:30 pm · Broadcast Room & Worship Hall
The worship department is seeking Adults and teens 14+ who want to worship the
Lord by serving on the production team. Production includes audio, video, recording,
photography and live camera operation.
Gabriel Douglas; gdouglas@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x245.

★INSTRUMENTALISTS WANTED, DRUMMERS NEEDED!★

Eastbrook instrumentalists have the opportunity to lead worship on Sundays once per
month. We are especially looking for drummers. If you play, or know someone who
does, please connect with our Music & Production Director Gabriel Douglas.
Gabriel Douglas; gdouglas@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x245.

CARE
GRIEFSHARE
Tuesdays, June 4-August 27 · 6-8 pm · Holy Grounds
A warm, caring, faith based support group for people who have experienced the death
of someone close, whether that occurred recently or years ago. We meet weekly and
will walk with you on your journey through grief toward healing and hope. $20 fee for
workbook, scholarships available. We encourage you to contact Eric or Nancy to let
them know you'll attend.
Nancy or Ric Peterson; epeterson277@gmail.com, 262.242.2882.

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MISSIONS
GLOBAL MISSIONS SUMMIT
Saturday, June 15 · 8 am-12 pm (noon) · FH · Register by June 14 at eastbrook.org/summit24
Join this special gathering to hear what God is doing in South Asia, particularly in the
area we call the Crossroads of the Himalayas. We will have guest speakers from the field
to gain a deeper understanding of the context, how we can be praying, and where God
is leading Eastbrook in this important region of the world.
Pastor Dan Ryan; dryan@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x239.

★ICC INFO SESSION★

Saturday, August 24 · 10 am-noon · International Community Center (4204 S. Howell Ave.)
The ICC can be your doorway to the nations! Take a first step by attending this
two-hour information session. Tutor high school students (Wednesday evenings),
provide childcare (mornings) or teach English & citizenship classes (daytime).
Jim Dressner; jim@iccmke.org, 414.299.8828.

★TOUR OF ✭❉●◗❁◆❋❅❅★
Saturday, August 31 · Register at eastbrook.org/tour24
Help newly arrive international students at UW-Milwaukee feel welcomed by giving them
a tour of our city. After the tour, enjoy a shared dinner in an Eastbrook members home.
Pastor Dan Ryan; dryan@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x239.

MISSIONS PRAYER CLASS

Sundays (not July 7 or August 11) · 9:30 am · Fellowship Hall
Join us as we pray for our members, outreach ministries, and field workers serving
around our city and world! Hear updates directly from those serving in missions, and
pray with fellow Eastbrook members.
Pastor Dan Ryan; dryan@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x239.

★FOOD PANTRY★
The renovations are nearly complete! We have moved to a choice system where visitors
can walk through the pantry like a grocery store and pick out their food. This is an exciting
time of transition for the pantry, so please consider joining our team this summer!
Brian Dressner; bdressner@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220.

★BREAD OF HEALING CLINIC AT EASTBROOK CHURCH★

We continue to see increased demand for the clinic services, and we could use your
help! Are you a medical provider or interested in helping with hospitality? Consider
joining our team on Monday afternoons or on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
Jewel Mattke: jewel.mattke@breadofhealing.org.

★SAFE FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN★

Did you know that Safe Families has shifted from a focus on hosting children to a
focus on building friendships with families who are finding themselves in a crisis? If
you'd like to learn more about becoming a Family Friend, reach out to Anneke today.
Anneke Theis: anneketheis07@gmail.com.
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Lov e li ke ke Je s u s !
J e sus, Liv e li

CHURCH: 5353 N. Green Bay Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209

OFFICE: 5385 N. Green Bay Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209
414.228.5220 · eastbrook.org ·
SERVICES: Sundays @ 8, 9:30 & 11 am