by mosesmadison | May 1, 2013 | Meetings
From Carol Rubin, Co-Chair, MOSES
Our monthly meeting is THIS Saturday from 9:00 a.m. and goes until 1:00 p.m. (unlike our usual meeting which is 10 till noon). It is at our usual location at First Congregational Church at 1609 University Avenue, in the Fellowship Hall in the basement. We will begin with some important developments in the 11×15 Campaign for about 30 minutes, and then move into our special meeting on MOSES’ organization and governance which will put MOSES on solid ground for future stability and effectiveness.
There will be coffee and donuts, as well as sandwiches for our lunch break.
See you at 9:00 on Saturday, May 4th.
by mosesmadison | Apr 30, 2013 | Advocacy
Summary by John Stedman, JONAH
MOSES team revising their comments before hearing begins
About 12 powerful leaders from MOSES / Wisdom testified before the Joint Committee on Finance on April 10, 2013. Sadly, bad weather forced the NAOMI contingent to cancel their trip. Each leader powerfully presented TAD’s from a different perspective, but they held in common the refrain “Invest in What Works” and “TAD’s Work!”. Carol Rubin did an excellent job helping her co-leaders be prepared.
The venue for the proceedings was Kalahari Resort and we were told that this was the first time JFC ever conducted hearings in Wisconsin Dells. The room was set up for about 500 and at the opening of the Hearings most chairs were filled.
JFC co-chair, Senator Darling, conducted the hearings efficiently – holding speakers to their two minutes of allotted time. Early testimony was mostly from three broad constituencies: Circus World, WI Public Schools, and Wisdom/MOSES. Testimony from the first two groups was from professionals and administrative staff. MOSES was distinguished by the power of their testimony and the fact that it was leader not staff driven.
Joan Duerst being interviewed after testimony by NBC News.
Immediately following her testimony Sister Joan was sought ought by TV 15 (NBC) for an interview.
Also immediately following the Hearing, Senator Wirch sought us out and commended everyone for their terrific testimony. He encouraged us to continue to push TAD’s. He said the Wisdom presence at hearings in Greendale, Green Bay and Wisconsin Dells was very definitely “Having an impact”. He hoped we would be in Baldwin and I assured him we would be there. He said that while he felt we would not get all we asked for, he felt it likely we would see some increased funding for Drug Courts and Veterans Courts.
MOSES members waiting to testify.
I was very proud to be associated with Wisdom and all the MOSES leaders.
by mosesmadison | Mar 20, 2013 | Events
MOSES is offering an interactive, 2-part leadership opportunity for member congregations and others who are interested in MOSES. The training will be led by WISDOM state Director David Liners.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
9:00 am – Noon
First Unitarian Society
900 University Bay Drive, Madison
Atrium Auditorium
Congregations are encouraged to bring a group of members interested in building a strong core team within their congregation.
The morning will include:
One-on-One Training
Individual one-on-one conversations are vital to finding out what issues directly concern congregation and community members and make the work of justice more central to the life of the church and community. A one-on-one listening campaign will strengthen the bonds of community in the congregation, and will build a stronger foundation for our justice work through MOSES. We will practice simple skills, disciplines and attitudes that allow the listener to hear and honor the stories, passions, and experiences in a person’s life, and provide a basis for future dialogue and collaboration.
Core Team Training
Learn how to build and/or strengthen a core group of leaders in your congregation to respond to the justice issues that are important to your congregation and the larger community. This portion of the training will provide ideas, processes and procedures needed to build strong, effective
teams that people want to join!
For more information or to RSVP, contact: Lisa Munro at lmunro@wisc.edu.
If you plan to attend an RSVP is appreciated, but not required.
by mosesmadison | Feb 4, 2013 | Events
Join with WISDOM and our partners from the Wisconsin Council of Churches, the Lutheran Office on Public Policy, Madison-area Urban Ministries, the Milwaukee Jewish Federation and the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee, as we gather as People of Faith United for Justice from around Wisconsin to build relationships, to educate one another and to act together to ensure that our shared and faithful commitment to compassion and justice is reflected in our next state budget!
Thursday, March 14, 2013
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Bethel Lutheran Church
312 Wisconsin Avenue, Madison
| 8:30 am |
Gathering/coffee at Bethel Lutheran Church |
| 9:30 am |
Welcome: Hannah Rosenthal, CEO Milwaukee Jewish FederationPlenary session focusing on the impact of faith as both an instrument of social justice and a catalyst for social transformation: Rev. Bryan Massingale, Professor of Theology, Marquette University, Milwaukee |
| 10:30 am |
Issue – Action Breakout Sessions: |
| |
- 11×15 Campaign (Criminal Justice Reform)
for a Safer, Healthier Wisconsin
- Additional breakout groups on
Environment and Economic Justice
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| 11:30 pm |
Lunch and preparation for Capitol visits |
| 12:15 pm |
March to Capitol |
| 12:30 pm |
Prayer Rally at Capitol, led by interfaith religious leaders |
| 1:30 pm |
Meetings with legislators |
| 4:00 pm |
Conclude |
Registration and Lunch: $20/person by March 4
$10 for students and low income; scholarships available
Because of parking, we urge people to carpool, use church vans or public transportation.
To register: email your name and contact information to Lynn Butorac at: lbutorac@sbcglobal.net or print and mail this form, madison_action_day_regist_020312 and payment to:
MOSES c/o Lynn Butorac
2846 Moland St A1
Madison 53704
by mosesmadison | Feb 2, 2013 | Events
Please check back soon, we’re busy adding information!
Thanks for your interest!
Our monthly meeting is THIS Saturday from 9:00 a.m. and goes until 1:00 p.m. (unlike our usual meeting which is 10 till noon). It is at our usual location at First Congregational Church at 1609 University Avenue, in the Fellowship Hall in the basement. We will begin with some important developments in the 11×15 Campaign for about 30 minutes, and then move into our special meeting on MOSES’ organization and governance which will put MOSES on solid ground for future stability and effectiveness.
