Ministries
Adult Center
Most Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., except for Summer.
Just for Grown Ups…
Make–and Take–Time For Yourself!
- Explore fresh horizons.
- Make new friends
- Challenge your mind
- Travel to new places
- Join in varied activities
- Enjoy breakfast and lunch
The Adult Center is sponsored by Cross Lutheran Church. Attended by church and community members alike, the center is open to adults of all ages and ethnic groups. Our goal is to provide a wide variety of program opportunities to help people stay in life’s mainstream and encourage them to share their God-given gifts with others.
The Center is equipped with a wheelchair accessible ramp, elevator and bathrooms. It is staffed by volunteers who can help participants join in the center’s activities. Adults needing constant supervision and greater assistance are welcome if accompanied by an aide.
How you can help the Adult Center:
- Volunteer to speak to the Adults about your adventures & vacations
- Donate prizes for Bingo
- Come and participate
- and much more!
For more information, call:
Linda Radder, RN, Parish Nurse, or Cross Lutheran Church Office at:
Quilt Ministry
“Anointed Hands and Nimble Fingers”
Please consider joining Cross
Lutheran’s quilt ministry! Our goal? Spreading warmth and God’s Love through
the work of our hands — a gift that can last for years to come!
If you don’t know how to sew, come anyway – you can cut squares, you can tie
finished quilts, or you can just come for fellowship and conversation. This
group is casual and friendly.
Our ministry is still developing and exploring
ways to serve. Projects so far have included quilting for local non-profit
organizations and, in the spring, creating personalized quilts for our graduating
seniors. To date we have created over 48 quilts.
We are always accepting donations of fabric and notions, so please keep us in mind.
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday, 10am-2pm, in the Ellwanger Fellowship Hall.
Please talk to Fran (414-449-1607, mscrafty213@sbcglobal.net) or Amy (262-792-1193, mjandris@gmail.com) for more information.
Other Ministries
Bread of Healing Empowerment Ministry
Provide oversight and advice to BOHEM and Adult Center programs.
Chair: Dr. Terry McGee
Caregivers
Assist the pastors and parish nurse in ministering to the sick and shut-ins.
Chair: Gloria Wright
Evangelism: Hospitality
Serve as greeters; welcome and assist guests and gather information.
Emory Churness (Chair); Judi Hunter, Pat Coleman
Evangelism Neighborhood
Attend area groups and activities, meet and follow up with interested neighbors.
Chair: (open)
Reconciling in Christ
Provide support and programs to further Cross Lutheran’s mission to welcome and support the LGBTQIA+ community.
Mental Health Advocacy
Work towards better a understanding of and reduced stigma for mental health issues.
Chair: Matt Jandrisevits
MICAH Core Team
Recruit congregation members to actively participate in MICAH (Milwaukee Inner-city Congregations Allied for Hope).
John Walker (Chair)
Stewardship
Work with the pastors to encourage members to donate time, talents and money.
Chair: (open)
Ushers
Greeting and Assisting during Sunday Services.
Lead Usher: Lillian Miller
Youth Education
Oversee Adult Education, Bible Study, Sunday School and Vacation Bible School.
Provide oversight to staff and programs who work with youth.
Chair: Peggy Drana
Leadership & Committees
Board of Directors
Oversee church operations.
Council President: Ann Hogan
Vice President: Tina Polk
Secretary: Alicia Barr
Treasurer: Lisa Quam
Board of Trustees
Oversee issues related to the building and property of the church.
Carla Brockman (Co-chair), Craig Dent (Co-Chair); Mark Drana, Bradley Hausler, Darrel McVane, Katrina O’Neal, Adeana Riley
Bread of Healing Empowerment Ministry Committee
Provide oversight and advice to BOHEM and Adult Center programs
Dr. Terry McGee (Chair)
Elders
Assist the pastors in worship and meeting other spiritual needs of the congregation and pastors.
Ed Carlson (Chair); Craig Dent, Comeco Ghoston, Michelle Glover, Tracy Harris, Bradley Hausler, Brian Mickelson, Cynthia Mounger, Debra Taylor
Endowment Board
Build, invest and disperse church endowment funds.
Paulette Barr (Chair); Peggy Drana, Deb France, Judi Hunter, Brian Mickelson, Sarah Olson, Tina Polk
Finance
Develop and monitor church budget and other expenses; solicit grants and gifts.
Chair: Tom Jackson
Human Resources
Oversee job descriptions, hiring, salaries and benefits and review of church employees.
Internship Committee
Oversee and guide the current Vicar and assist them with transition into and out of their role.
Carolyn Jackson (Chair), Kaylynn Blackwell, Craig & Trisha Dent, Ann Hogan, Debra Taylor
LGBT (Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender)
Provide support and programs to further Cross Lutheran’s Reconciling in Christ mission.
Stewardship Committee
Work with the pastors to encourage members to donate time, talents and money.
Kaylynn Blackwell & Frances Love (Co-Chairs)
Worship Committee
Work with the pastors and choir directors to plan spirit-filled services and revivals.
Carolyn Jackson (Chair)
150th Anniversary Committees
Anniversary Weekend
Saturday event dinner and Sunday worship. Pat Coleman, Kaylynn Blackwell, Fran Love.
Capital Projects
Chris Dorfler, Development Committee.
Publicity, Marketing & Anniversary Merchandise
Emory Churness
Partner Events & Special Events
St. Matts: Rev. Otis Moss. Pastor Matt, Pastor Michelle.
Unity: Brian Stevenson. Pastor John, Pastor Michelle.
Youth Choir Anniversary. Judy Ellwanger.
Bread of Healing Clinic’s 20th Anniversary. Dr. Tom Jackson.
History/Archives
Includes development of Invitation list. John Walker, Paulette Barr, Carolyn Jackson.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the committee members listed above.