Pilgrim's Progress August 2021

Pilgrim’s Progress

August 2021

Pilgrim United Church of Christ FROM YOUR MINISTER Grace and Peace to you, SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:  Ushers Needed, p. 2 and 5 I am pleased to say that life at Pilgrim is starting to feel normal. I say that cautiously, as I watch numbers in areas across the country slowly increase. But, I  Towel Drive, p. 3 am going to ride my sense of optimism because I do not think we have much to  Job Postings, p. 8-10 worry about here in Ozaukee County. It feels so good to see all of you on Sundays--to give you hugs and listen to your  Mt Horeb Health & Wellness Fair - volunteers needed - stories again. It feels so right. And, I hope for that those of you who are not able Aug 14, p. 3 to attend in person or are not yet ready to join us, that you continue to take advantage of our virtual services. I know that many of us are relishing in being  Survey for Parents, p 4 able to be back in the sanctuary and be together, but I also know (and am  Women’s Journey Lunch - incredibly proud) that this congregation has taken a difficult situation like the pan- Aug 17, p. 5 demic and allow it to invite us into new frontiers: Like virtual services. We as a congregation have embraced this new virtual wilderness. And now, we  “Blessing of the Animals” - are looking for someone to join our staff to assist with our transition to live stream- Aug 22, 10:30 am, p 5 ing. Pilgrim is still searching for a Digital Media Specialist, and we need the  Rally Day - Sept 12, w/ Back- congregation’s help to fill this position. I am certain that someone knows someone to-School Food Drive who would be willing to hang out with us on Sunday mornings! I know we do! This is coupled with the other open positions on our Educational team. We Confirmation Meeting with  continue to look for a Children’s Ministry Coordinator to work with the Children’s Parents and Students - Ministry team to offer high quality education to our littlest Pilgrims! I am certain that Sept 15 someone at Pilgrim either IS that person or knows that person who would be willing  Senior Coffee & Funsetters - to hang out with some pretty cool kids on Sunday mornings. returning in September It is with great excitement that I am able to announce that Devon Polzar has accepted the position of Early/Middle School Education Coordinator! Devon is Inside this issue: shifting his role from an emphasis in Music Ministry to this position to become a vital component of our Children and Youth Team! This means we now have Pilgrim 2 another staff opportunity for the Children’s Music Ministry Director. More Announcements information will be coming in the weeks ahead, but Pilgrim is now actively search- Missions 3 ing for someone to fill the Children’s Music Ministry Director position. I know that there is someone at Pilgrim (or someone knows someone) who loves working with Children and Youth 4 children and has knowledge of music development that will be a vital addition to Ministry our staff! I know this person exists! Social, Events, 5 If none of these are you, but you feel called to dive deeper into Ministry at Pil- Committees, grim, we are always looking for people to back up Beth Hartman and Kory Kobliska Opportunities in the booth on Sundays. Or, you might love to feed people, as Kathy Ellenbecker has stepped down as our Hospitality Coordinator (Kathy we love you!). And that is Our Thanks and 6 a role you might be willing to try. (P.S. this role comes with some amazing human Pilgrim Prayers beings on our hospitality team!) Thank You Notes 7 I know that these people are here! I know that we are being given an incredible opportunity to expand our ministry and our reach at this time. I can feel God calling Job Descriptions 8 us to a beautiful and new post-pandemic chapter. Council Highlights 11 It is so nice to be together again, church, to dream and imagine what could be. 12 Finance Team, Help Needed “ For surely God know the plans God has for us, says the Lord, plans to give you a future with hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11) August Birthdays and 13 Office Hours August Calendar 14 Your servant in Christ, Pastor Ashley

Page 2 PILGRIM ANNOUNCEMENTS

In-Person Worship Services at Pilgrim - We continue with our “Summer Worship Schedule,” which is one service on Sundays at 9:00 am. With COVID numbers increasing, we have reinstated the mask requirement for inside the building. Thank you for your assistance in honoring Pilgrim’s gathering guidelines as we continue our endeavors to keep everyone safe and healthy! Recorded services continue via Sunday email announcements and on the church website. Please contact the office anytime with questions or concerns: [email protected] or 262-377-2640.

The lift (elevator) is currently out of “Blessing of the Animals” - August 22 order. Repair parts will not be avail- 10:30 am, following the 9 am service. able before mid August. Carport Details found on page 5! stairs, front entrance door with minimum stairs, or the side narthex entrance will be the only Job Opportunities at Pilgrim: access options to the sanctuary. We will update Children’s Music Ministry Director you as soon as the repair has been made. We apologize for the inconvenience. Children’s Ministry Coordinator Production Manager/Digital Media Specialist The complete job descriptions begin on page 8. “A Call for Usher Volunteers” Our active list of volunteers to serve as church ushers Please direct your inquiries to either Dave Braby, is well below our level prior to the pandemic. As we Staff Relations Chairperson, or Pastor Ashley. approach the fall season, please consider joining this Dave can be reached at [email protected] or group to assist with this important service for our congre- via his cell 262-501-6892. Pastor Ashley can be gation, at either the early or late service. In addition, reached at [email protected] rather than assigning ushers for a month-long schedule, or by calling the office. we may allow you to pick specific Sundays to better fit your schedule. We need your support. More details to come. For sign-up, questions, and general procedures, please contact Chris Leidel (usher coor- Please contact the office or sign up dinator) at 414-469-5776 or [email protected]. in the Narthex to read scripture or to provide flowers - We could really use your help, especially Click for with the return of 2-service Online Giving Sundays. Online Giving App:

SCRIPTURES READINGS FOR AUGUST

1 Bread of Life: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a; Psalm 51:1-12; Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15; Ephesians 4:1-16; John 6:24-35 8 Shaping Community: 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33; Psalm 130; I Kings 19:4-8; Ephesians4:25-5:2; John 6:35, 41-51 15 Wisdom Quest: 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14; Psalm 111; Proverbs 9:1-6; Ephesians 5:15-20; John 6:51-58 22 At Home With God: 1 Kings 8:(1,6,10-11), 22-30, 41-43; Psalm 84; Joshua 24:1-2a, 14-18; Ephesians 6:10-20; John 6:56-69 29 Be Love: Song of Solomon 2:8-13; Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9; Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9; James 1:17-27; Mark 7:1-8, MISSIONS Page 3

Lunch Help Needed Hello, I am in need of volunteers to help provide lunch for our hard working volunteers in the month of August and September. We usually have between 10-14 people work- Dear Pilgrim United Church of Christ - ing on site. Lunch starts at 11:30 and goes until 12:00. Thank you so very much for your generous donation. Lunch can be anything you choose. If you would like to With your help we were able to safely move our client volunteer or you have a child who needs community (and 3 cats!) into a new home. It was a very challeng- service time, contact Peter Federspiel at [email protected] ing and unique situation, and your donation of $200 Our volunteers appreciate the meals that are provided helped make it possible. them every week. Thanks again! If you want to help make a difference, consider helping make a lunch for our Habitat workers. Charlotte Coenen Outreach & Homeless Prevention Advocate Peter Federspiel Advocates of Ozaukee Habitat Lunch & Volunteer Coordinator

Dear Friends at Pilgrim Church, We want to thank you for your contribution to the English Education Program of Ventures in People in the amount of $290. We are so pleased with the progress our English teachers are making with the children in our schools in Mirebalais. The last group of volunteers who went to Haiti enjoyed reading with the children and witnessing the interac- tion between the students and the teachers. VIP’s purpose in the program is to better educate and equip the children in Haiti to become more knowledgeable about their country and its relationship to the rest of the world. Sincerely, VIP Education Co-chairs Karen Hintz, Ann Neumann, Barb Seefeldt

MOUNT HOREB COMMUNITY HEALTH, WELLNESS & RESOURCE FAIR — As of July 11, we have received $1,005 in donations to be used by Mount Horeb to purchase school supplies, which they will distribute at their community event on August 14. Thank you for your generosity! If you would like to volunteer on the 14th, please sign up on the Mission board. Volunteers are needed to help with food, games, popcorn machine, and clothing distribution. Children may come to help if they are accompanied by an adult. Shifts are from 11am to 1pm and 1pm to 3pm. Carpooling can be arranged from Pilgrim to Mount Horeb. TOWEL & PILLOW COLLECTION FOR FRIENDSHIP HOUSE IN MILWAUKEE - Friendship House is a transitional living facility and temporary housing program for single women and families and operates through a partnership with The Cathedral Center in Milwaukee. We’ve learned that they are in need of towels and pillows. If you would like to help with this need, we’ve placed a bin at the carport entrance for your donations. FAMILY PROMISE OF OZAUKEE — If you would be willing to help out when we provide meals for Family Promise, please send Barbie Cotton your contact information (email and phone number). Send it to: [email protected]. You will be contacted when help is needed. ST. BEN’S COMMUNITY MEAL — There is a possibility of this meal site reopening sometime in September. When it does, we will be once again asking for donations of desserts once a month. EMPTY PRESCRIPTION VIALS — If you have been saving your empty RX vials, you may drop them off in the bin located at the carport entrance. The free clinics are in desperate need of them. MR. BOB’S UNDER THE BRIDGE MINISTRY — All donations to Mr. Bob’s UTB Ministry may be dropped off every Thursday between 6 and 7pm at their new location in the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center, 2360 Dakota Drive in Grafton. Drive up behind the building and volunteers will help you unload.

Please mark your calendar and watch for more information:  BACK-TO-SCHOOL FOOD DRIVE FOR FAMILY SHARING beginning on Rally Day, September 12 and ending on September 26.  PARKSIDE COMMUNITY MEAL - We have signed up to provide this meal on Saturday, October 16.

“It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” --Mother Theresa Page 4 CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES

PILGRIM CHILDREN'S HOUR Begins Sunday, September 12 Programming for 3K through 6th grade Look for more details soon!!!

Hello Pilgrim Youth and Families! I am so excited to have transitioned into the role of middle/high school coordinator! Please know that I am here for you all, and if you need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out! My cell phone number is 262-707-2927 and my email address is [email protected] I also check the Pilgrim Youth email account regularly, so I can be reached that way, too: [email protected]

Youth! I am looking forward to reconnecting with you all and would love to have a meeting to find out more about what you want to get out of our community at church. Keep an eye out for a meeting in the fall!

Parents! I am looking forward to reconnecting with you all, too! I am going to need your help to make sure we can get back in to the swing of things and get our fundraisers back up and running. Please take a minute to fill out the survey for information gathering (see link below), as it will help me get in touch with you more easily. I will be sending out more information about the fundraising committee, volunteer opportunities, and how you can get involved! Thanks!!!

Confirmation families, Please mark your calendars for September 15 at 6:30pm. We will have a meeting with parents and confirmands to go over the upcoming confirmation year. Please reach out any time before that day if you have any questions. I look forward to seeing you all in person again! -Meg

SURVEY LINK: https://forms.gle/sZ485tuR8mojwqgeA

Pilgrim’s Children and Youth Ministry Meg Claeys OPEN Children’s Team Middle/High School Coordinator Elementary/Middle School Coordinator Devon Polzar Phone: 262-707-2927 Please see job description on page 9 Sue Steckel Email: [email protected] Tracey Van Ryzin Page 5 SOCIAL, EVENTS, VOLUNTEER, IN APPRECIATION

SOCIAL OPPORTUNITES

WOMEN’S JOURNEY will be meeting in the lower level of Lime Kiln Park on Tuesday, August 17, at 11:30am. Please bring your own lunch! Going forward, Women’s Journey will meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 11:30am. Location to be determined prior to each meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Gutridge at [email protected]

SENIOR COFFEE Senior Coffee is hoping to reconvene in September. Look for an announcement for upcoming Senior Coffee dates in the September Pilgrim’s Progress.

FUNSETTERS The FUNSETTER group will meet at Flipside for lunch on Thursday, September 23 at 11:30am. Sign up in the Narthex by Sunday, September 19. If you’re free for a couple hours that day, consider joining us for good food and conversation.

Pilgrim will be hosting our first annual “Blessing of the Animals” ATTENTION: SUMMER USHERS August 22, 2021 10:30am For all regular ushers and others (after the 9am service) interested in serving one week at a time There is no doubt that having a pet can improve your life. There are many health during the summer months: If you are benefits of owning a pet. They can in- ready to be assigned a Sunday, please crease opportunities to exercise, get contact Chris Leidel (414-469-5776) or outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can [email protected]). Since returning to decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride lev- in-person services, we are working with els. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving a much reduced number of ushers. us companionship. Having pets is certainly a blessing in so Thank you. many ways. Please join us with your pet on August 22, 2021, at 10:30am.

All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small. All things wise and wonderful, our Lord God made them all! —All Things Bright and Beautiful, B. Staines BLOOD DRIVE NEWS: Our summer blood drive was postponed due to staff issues at Versiti. The next opportunity to give blood here at A Huge Thank You is extended to Pilgrim Church is Tuesday, October Kathy Ellenbecker 26, with hours approx. 1-6 pm. who has stepped down from her leadership Thanks for your patience, and see position on the Hospitality Committee. you then with your life-saving Heartfelt thanks to you, Kathy, for leading the many donation! Until then, area drives fellowship events here at Pilgrim--from Valentine’s Day are available, as blood shortages through the New Year’s Eve party, and everything continue. Thank you! in-between...Sunday refreshments, funerals, Lenten Meals, special gatherings….and many, many more! Love, Pastor Ashley and the People of Pilgrim UCC THANK YOUs, PILGRIM PRAYERS & CARES Page 6

 Everyone who prepared, participated, and assisted with the blessed events of June 26 Wedding and June 27 Ordination.  Lucy Wyka - for covering the office in July during Lisa’s vacation - always SO appreciated!  Live-Stream Install Team - we appreciate your work in getting closer to the goal every day!  Donna Tredrea and the Mission Team for continuing your important work all year long.  Beth Hartman, Henry Wagner, and Bill Sinner - for precious time spent correcting computer network issues in July. FOR HEALING AND STRENGTH: *For LaVerne Johnson, who is having hip replacement surgery on August 4. *For Debbie Wimmer and family, as her dad, Bob Ellerbrock, is coming to the end of his life and was transferred to Kathy’s Hospice in West Bend. *For Bri and Fabian, who just had a set of twins! Bri has recently been diagnosed with a blood clot. Prayers for them as they navigate life with twins and treatment for Bri's blood clot. *For Gary, Linda Eakin’s brother, who is prepping for his next spine surgery on August 17. *For Don Korty, Chris Cotton's stepfather, who is undergoing chemotherapy for Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer. *For Autumn, Kathy Ellenbecker's granddaughter. *For Mary Kremer, who is undergoing treatment for kidney cancer *For Laura Toebes, a staff member in the Grafton School District, whose cancer has not responded well to treatment. Ongoing Prayer Concerns *For the safety of our medical professionals and their families, police officers, teachers, and for all of our essential workers. *For our brothers and sisters at Mount Horeb Baptist Church. *For those who struggle with mental illness during this time. *For our service men and women stationed abroad. *For those of you who have lost jobs, have been furloughed, or laid off. *For all members and friends currently home bound in senior living communities and assisted living facilities. IN SYMPATHY *For the family of Rev. Steve Evans, who passed away on July 26. *For the family of Tom Fisher (father of Kris Fisher), who passed away on June 26. CONGRATULATIONS TO: *To Megan Lacke and Austin Bell, who were married at Pilgrim on Saturday, June 26. *Pastor Amy Allridge, who was ordained at Pilgrim on Sunday, June 27. *Clara DeLoris Hahn ( Kyle and Natalie) who was baptized at Pilgrim on Sunday, July 18.

Our Members in Care Facilities or Homebound

Carol Charnitz, Home Kathy Kanios, Home Pam Paul, Home Jacob Godejohn – US Marine Corps, LCpl Donna Graham, Gina’s Home Owen Godejohn - US Army-Basic Training Rev. Steve Evans, Cedar Communities Carolyn Fuhr, Village Pointe Commons Luke Johnson - US Navy-Builder Petty Officer 1st Class Elizabeth Hembel, Lasata Heights Nathan Kline – Wisconsin Army National Guard, PVT Linda Schafer, Lasata Adam Lusty – US Army, Sgt. Rhyllis Guist, Newcastle Place Mark Aaron Schubert - US Air Force-Ellsworth, SD Page 7 THANK YOU NOTES

Dear Pilgrim, Tink and I offer our profound thanks to the congregation Care Team for the delicious, nutritious and plentiful meals we received while I recuperate from surgery following a broken ankle. The orthopedic surgeon advised I could begin some weight-bearing while continuing to use a walker and an orthopedic boot. I am eager to return to one of my creative outlets which is preparing our main meal of the day. We are forever grateful to be recipients Dear Pilgrim, of the love and care of this faith-filled congregation. I would like to thank Pilgrim friends for their cards Our love, and well wishes after my surgery. And a special gratitude to the Pilgrim people who took me to Dick & Tink Linhart physical therapy for 5 weeks. Rachel Gutridge Dear Pilgrim, Thank you, community of Pilgrim UCC, for welcoming my brother and I with open arms in this incredibly Dear Pilgrim Family, strange and unpredictable time. You truly included us in Thank you so much for all of the cards and well the Pilgrim family instantly, and for that we give thanks. wishes for my birthday. It was such a surprise to Thank you, receive all of them in the mail. Thank you also to Pastor Ashley, Cory, and Marji for the nice visits. Nora Z It was all very much appreciated.

Thank you again and God’s blessings to all of you. Wow! Elizabeth Hembel We are in awe. Not only are you meeting in person, you also continue to pre-record so that those of us who are spiritually fed via your YouTube presence can A big shout out and a word of thanks to the following maintain that connection. ladies who helped make Amy Allridge’s after-ordination Thank you! Often Ashley’s words are exactly what we celebration at church a great success. Those helpful need to hear that particular day! ladies included Patty Guist, Leila Behrens, Blessings, Beth Hartman, and Lavonne Sinner. Beth Meyer & Dale Stohre Thank you all, my friends -Cory

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. - Romans 12:12 Dear Friends, Thank you for your generous gift to the CWS Blankets program. As families and communities around the world recover from emergencies and struggle in the face of unprecedented challenges, you are standing with them. Now more than ever, we are so grateful for your generous support. Your contribution provides warmth, comfort and hope to neighbors near and far. It provides a tangible reminder to mi- grant families that they are not alone as they seek safety. It wraps refugees in warmth as they arrive in the United States to build a new future. It provides comfort to our neighbors who have lost homes or are struggling in the face of extreme challenges. Around the world, your support means relief and hope. Because of you, Church World Service is able to respond when disasters occur and support is needed. Thanks to your compassion, we can--and will--change lives. Sincerely, Rick Santos President and CEO Church World Services. JOB POSTING Page 8

Children’s Music Ministry Director

Principal Function: The Children’s Ministry Music Director is a valuable member of the church staff responsible for enriching children’s ministry through music. Providing overall leadership in music to the Children’s Ministry Staff and Children’s Ministry Team in the birth to 6th grade programs.

Position: Part-time; 4 hours per week, not to exceed 208 hours per calendar year Payroll; Monthly Flexible Schedule with hours including evenings/weekends. Primary program time is Sundays, September – May. Annual Review

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Leads Children’s Ministry Programs including 1st-6th Grade Choir, Children’s Bell Choir, Rock Hour Band and similar musical enrichment 2. Ensures Children’s Music Ministry operates under Pilgrim’s Safe Sanctuary guidelines 3. Coordinates with staff to ensure that music is woven throughout the curriculum to complement learning milestones, Faith and diversity 4. Directs Christmas Program in coordination with Voyager teachers 5. Coordinates with teachers for Little Rock and Vacation Bible School music 6. Supports recruitment and retention of volunteers 7. Facilitates communication between parents, volunteers, and staff

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to effectively interject music into many varied aspects of children’s ministry Exceptional communication, leadership, organizational and follow-through skills Gracious, mature, responsive, pleasant, and can demonstrate working as a team player Able to set priorities and oversee larger picture of music ministry as it contributes to the enrichment of children’s faith experience Supervisory duties will be the responsibility of the Pastor. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance, as requested by the Pastor. Every Church Staff Member is an at-will employee of the congregation, and is ultimately responsible to the Church Council and Pastor. Church Staff members maintain a shared promise of confidentiality, conflict resolution, and cooperation. The Church Staff Member also understands the need to attract and retain church volunteers, (which may include but not be limited to, congregational members / friends /visitors) as he or she works to maintain and extend the mission of Pilgrim United Church of Christ. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance to all Church Staff Members, as requested by the individual employee, the Pastor and/or the Church Council. Support the theological understandings of Pilgrim United Church of Christ (UCC), which promotes intentional hospitality, social diversity, freedom of thinking, and a spirit of grace rather than judgment. Our congregation is Open and Affirming of LGBTQ persons, and is committed to promoting Accessibility and Safe Sanctuary to all who participate in our congregational life.

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required and two or more years of college is preferred Demonstrated effectiveness in working within a musical setting Knowledge and ability to work with children Proficient computer skills

Work Environment: Sunday mornings during the program year Holidays that require programming Attend relevant day/evening Children’s Ministry Team meetings Contribute to the preparation of the annual children’s ministry report Flexibility during special events Additional time varies for preparation, communication, scheduling, visioning, and overall program and staff management Attends monthly staff meetings Page 9 JOB POSTING Children’s Ministry Coordinator Job Description Principal Function: The Children’s Ministry Coordinator is a valuable member of the church staff and is responsible for planning and facilitating Christian education classes, programming and special events for children birth to 6th grade.

Position Type: Part-time; 8 hours per week, not to exceed 416 hours per calendar year Payroll; monthly Flexible schedule • Annual Review Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and facilitate Christian education classes, programming and special events for children birth to 6th grade

Provide a nurturing presence for children and a reassuring environment for parents

Insures that Children’s Ministries operate under Pilgrim’s safe sanctuary guidelines

Work collaboratively with the Children’s Ministry Staff and Team

Help recruit, train and empower volunteers

Contribute to the preparation of the annual children’s ministry report.

Creating and submitting articles/announcements for the newsletter, and bulletins.

Keep Children’s Ministry bulletin boards current throughout the year

The Children’s Ministry Coordinator facilitates the Children’s Ministry team of volunteers, which includes providing direc- tion, planning, and giving reports in a regular manner.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

*Ability to teach bible stories and diversity foundations in a nurturing, loving and non-judgmental way in keeping with the philosophy of the United Church of Christ *Gracious, mature, responsive, pleasant, and can demonstrate working as a team player. Independent, able to set priorities, attentive to detail, great follow through and organized. *Supervisory duties for the Children’s Ministry Coordinator will be the responsibility of the Pastor. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance, as requested by the Pastor. Every Church Staff Member is an at-will employee of the congregation, and is ultimately responsible to the Church Coun- cil and Pastor. Church Staff members maintain a shared promise of confidentiality, conflict resolution, and cooperation. The Church Staff Member also understands the need to attract and retain church volunteers, (which may include but not be limited to, congregational members / friends /visitors) as he or she works to maintain and extend the mission of Pilgrim United Church of Christ. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance to all Church Staff Members, as requested by the individual employee, the Pastor and/or the Church Council. Support the theological understandings of Pilgrim United Church of Christ (UCC), which promotes intentional hospitality, social diversity, freedom of thinking, and a spirit of grace rather than judgment. Our congregation is Open and Affirming of LGBTQ persons, and is committed to promoting Accessibility and Safe Sanctuary to all who participate in our congregational life. Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required and two or more years of college is preferred Experience working with and teaching children Knowledge of biblical stories Familiarization of the United Church of Christ’s convictions and commitments Proficient computer skills Work Environment: Sunday morning educational hours Mid-week preparation Flexible during special events Attend monthly staff meetings and Children’s Ministry Team meetings JOB POSTING Page 10

Production Manager/Digital Media Specialist Job Description

Principal Function: To serve as a production manager for our live stream service. An understanding of video production, particularly live stream videos, will be essential. This person will work with other members of our Production Team. This person will also be responsible in working with the pastor to cultivate and active online presence.

Position Type: Part-time; 5 hours per week, not to exceed 260 hours per calendar year Payroll; Monthly Flexible schedule Weekends and Holidays are required work days Annual Review

Reports To: Pastor

Responsibilities: Film, edit, livestream, and upload services to website and other social media platforms. Work with the staff and leadership to develop a social media strategy and provide oversight on social media platforms, ensuring a unified and cohesive online presence. Work with the other members of the Production Team. Create relevant social media posts on a regular basis that promote the values and mission of Pilgrim UCC while attempting to connect members. Keep track of online metrics and data. Assist with the management of the church website and online content.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proven skills in responsible blogging, live streaming and social media marketing. An understanding of social media platforms including: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok will be essential. Excellent written and communication skills. Ability to collaborate with other members of the Production Team Gracious, mature, responsive, pleasant, and can demonstrate working as a team player. Independent, able to set priorities, attentive to detail, great follow through and organized. Supervisory duties will be the responsibility of the Pastor. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance, as requested by the Pastor. Every Church Staff Member is an at-will employee of the congregation, and is ultimately responsible to the Church Council and Pastor. Church Staff members maintain a shared promise of confidentiality, conflict resolution, and cooperation. The Church Staff Member also understands the need to attract and retain church volunteers, (which may include but not be limited to, congregational members / friends /visitors) as he or she works to maintain and extend the mission of Pilgrim United Church of Christ. The Staff Relations Committee will provide any needed support and/or guidance to all Church Staff Members, as requested by the individual employee, the Pastor and/or the Church Council. Support the theological understandings of Pilgrim United Church of Christ (UCC), which promotes intentional hospitality, social diversity, freedom of thinking, and a spirit of grace rather than judgment. Our congregation is Open and Affirming of LGBTQ persons, and is committed to promoting Accessibility and Safe Sanctuary to all who participate in our congregational life.

Work Environment: Attend monthly staff meetings Flexible schedule with the understanding working weekends and holidays will be required.

Qualifications: Experience with marketing strategies Experience or knowledge of Media Shout or Sound Board is desirable but not required Ability to multitask Fluency in English Page 11 COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS

PILGRIM COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS - June 10, 2021 “Unapproved as of printing”

May’s Treasurer Report: Presented by Jill Timmerman ● The total revenues for May 2021 were $38,706. Total expenses before Depreciation were $26,462. Depreciation Expense was $6,014, Accrued Sabbatical Expense was $605.00 resulting in a Net Gain for May 2021 of $5,625. ● Operating Checking Account Balance is $ 161,910. Envelope offerings totaled $24,647 for May 2021. ● Unrealized gain to the Endowment fund totaled $10,833. ● Outstanding expenses for the month of May included $2,000 for HVAC maintenance & tree removal. ● Jill stated that the forgiveness of the PPP (Payroll Protection Plan) Loan has not been authorized yet. ● The bar chart showing the percentage of Operating Giving Received compared to our Operating Giving Goals debuted in May’s Pilgrim’s Progress and will be listed in future publications. ● Down payment for the live streaming equipment was issued to the vendor.

Minister’s Report: ● Pastor Ashley would like to thank all that were involved in this year’s Worship Confirmation & Celebration, with a special nod to Megan Claeys, Rachel Grossman-Zack & Ron Wildasin. ● Pastor Ashley announced that Washington-Ozaukee County Public Health Dept. has raised the health alert level to Moderate, allowing churches to increase services to a 75% level. ● The Re-Gathering Committee will examine the best practices for safe services moving forward, including masks and sitting in every row. ● Pastor Ashley carried out In-Home Pastoral Care calls. ● Pastor Ashley will officiate a wedding at Pilgrim the last week of June. ● Pastor Ashley proposed that Pilgrim send a gift to Amy Allridge & her new congregation in celebration of her Ordination on June 27, 2021. ● Council gave a vote of affirmation to redirect some of the unused VBS funds to pay for the gifts. ● Pastor Ashley & Staff Relations submitted new Job Descriptions for the open positions at Pilgrim. ● Pastor Ashley worked on programs for the upcoming UCC Camps. ● Pastor Ashley together with Dave Braby will complete Staff reviews by the end of June, 2021. ● Pastor Ashley will be on vacation the third week of July, with Reverend Niederfrank covering taped & live Services.

Old Business: A. Live Streaming Proposal Update – Led by Dustin Beck ● Reviewed Funding options for this project. 1. Approximately 60% of the funding for this project can be covered by existing resources. 2. Confirmed that funds from Endowments to be used instead of Building & Asset funds. 3. A motion to distribute $4,000 from the Eickstedt fund for the live streaming project passed unanimously. The FAC will check and advise on the timing of this move. 4. The Stewardship Committee is looking into Fund raising for the remaining 40%. ● The new Position of Digital Media Specialist has been made public. ● The down payment for the live streaming equipment was issued to the vendor. B. Greater Milwaukee Fund Endowment Changes – Led by Dustin Beck ● The transfer of the Endowment fund from GMF to Baird Financial for future management has begun. ● The transfer will take approximately 1 month to be completed. New Business: Council will not hold a meeting in July – 2021.

Next Meeting: August 12, 2021 (Date tentative, barring any possible conflicts)

A copy of the complete

Respectfully submitted, Council Minutes, Robb Ladd, Council Secretary as well as Financial Reports, are available upon request from the Church Office. FINANCE REPORT, CHURCH INVOLVEMENT Page 12

SEPTEMBER IS COMING, and so is Pilgrim’s need for volunteers! Watch for a volunteer fair coming to Pilgrim on Rally Day, September 12.

Some of our committees and groups have lost members over the past year of changes and adjustments. If you are committed to your current involvement, please know we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. If you are either not committed to a group or activity, or would like to help Pilgrim in additional ways, please consider these opportunities so the church can continue its work! We would love it! CARE TEAM: This team provides many options for ways you can bring TLC to others in need. CHILDREN/YOUTH: Many helping hands are needed to reach kids and youth of all ages through the team’s creative programs. FINANCIAL/STEWARDSHIP: If you like to work with “money,” or numbers in general, see directory 16 for all the areas available to you! HOSPITALITY: A new chairperson needed, as well as more helpers overall so that we may be fed and nourished in fellowship. INCLUSION: This group is a special place to keep love moving in all directions! MISSIONS: This team has lost members… please consider joining! Pilgrim is a “mission church,” so let’s keep our work going through a variety of wonderful events available all year long. MUSIC TEAMS: Vocal/Instrumental/Bell Choir/Children’s Music Helpers - so many ways to express your gifts! NEW MEMBER COORDINATOR/SMALL GROUP COORDINATOR: One of these areas could be just the fit for you! PROPERTY & GROUNDS: This committee always needs members, and your preference could be inside or out. RACIAL JUSTICE: These team members are committed to promoting healthy discussions and ways to reach our community through films, books, and events. TECHNICAL: Working on live-streaming equipment and recording of services - great for the tech-saavy, or anyone who likes to work with media! WORSHIP: Service-oriented, with a variety of areas to participate in and to share your ideas about our services.

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1 Brenna Galbraith 11 Lys Buck 19 Evelynn Klenner 26 Justin Braun Christine Mursch Jordanne Mueller 20 Allisa Borchardt Aubray Mekelburg Mark Peterson 12 Audrey Beck 22 Michael Collins Sylvia Stephens 2 Isaiah Borchardt 13 Tom Dieringer Rachel DeStefano Elizabeth Wilkerson 4 Landon Claeys 15 Jennifer Carli Bradley Swenson 27 Kathleen Greb 5 Beth Eernisse Sue Steckel 23 Jesse Garcia Mark Hoffmann Mason Krueger 16 Dale Nauta William Homme 28 Allen Baublit Jon Pease Randy Rottier Bill Maca Dan Winkler Grace Speerbrecher Chris Wacker Mike Schumaker 29 Kimberly Elbe 7 Allison Suber Brett Welzien 24 Dawn Krueger Emily Eick Tony Tagliapietra 17 Riley Morrow Braxton Zander Andy Piepkorn Kathryn Wagner 18 Lucy Godejohn 25 Kinsley Jungbauer 30 Sam Conto 8 Shea Halula Curtis Neu Bryce Krueger Pamela Holloway Ava Mueller Kristin Sauer Lisa Quick 31 Gina Eichorn Warner Schafer Jordan Rigert Stefan Hochstatter 9 Anna Wacker Collin Wilcox Cindy Jacoby 10 Kristen Berns CJ Plante Roland Junker Ellyn Wenzel PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE WITH UPDATES OR CORRECTIONS. Thank you!

OFFICE HOURS Pastor Ashley Nolte: is available in the office Monday through Thursday - and can also be reached by calling 920-762-0192 Lisa Quick: Available in the office weekday mornings. Office Phone 262-377-2640 Email–[email protected] -OR- [email protected] WEB Page – www.pilgrimuccgrafton.org

Please submit September newsletter articles by August 20 Sunday, August 22, Mission of the Month: 10:30 am Towel & Pillow Collection - Friendship House, Milwaukee: Bin found at AUGUST 2021 Pilgrim’s carport entrance - Thanks!

Sun Mon Tue Wed Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In-Person Worship Service 9:00 am Also available via YouTube

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 In-Person Mount Horeb Worship Service Community 9:00 am Health, Wellness Also available via YouTube & Resource Fair

Council Meeting 7 pm 11:00am-3:00pm

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 In-Person Worship Service Women’s Journey Lunch 9:00 am Lower level Also available via YouTube Lime Kiln Park 11:30am

Staff & Leadership 7 pm

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 In-Person Worship Service 9:00 am Also available via YouTube

Blessing of the Animals 10:30am

29 30 31 COMING NEXT MONTH …. In-Person Worship Service RALLY DAY: September 12 9:00 am FOOD DRIVE - Begins September 12 Also available via YouTube CONFIRMATION MEETING: September 15 FUNSETTERS: September 23