May 2026
Events
Weekday Morning Prayer
Weekdays6-6:45 amChurch Office/Zoom Join us to pray each weekday morning as we talk to our great God about the needs of our church, the city, and the world. We will meet every day via Zoom using the link and login information below: On Mondays, participants are also welcome to join us to pray in person, in the Multipurpose Room of the Church Office Building. Questions? Contact Pastor Femi Ibitoye; fibitoye@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x246.
Living Waters
Saturdays, January 10 & April 11, 9 am-1 pmTuesdays January 13-May 12, 6:30-9 pmHoly Grounds Living Waters is a confidential ministry where we come to the Cross, confess our sins to one another, and pray for healing (James 5:16). We will meet on Tuesday evenings, from January to May, with our kickoff happening on Saturday, January 11, 2026.
Adult Worship Choir
Rehearsals on Tuesdays6:45-9 pmB229 Be a part of the largest worship team at Eastbrook. Participate in a community of singers seeking to worship God and lead others to worship Him. Questions? Contact Helene Pickett; hpickett@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x235.
Wednesday Evening Men’s Bible Study
Wednesdays, Ongoing6:30-8 pmHoly Grounds Connect with other Eastbrook Men as we study the Minor Prophets together this Fall. Short in words, they have a “major” message from God that is as relevant today as ever! Questions? Contact Pastor Jim Caler; jcaler@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220.
Student Night
Wednesdays, January 7-May 13 (not January 28, FebRuary 4, February 18 or April 1)6:30-8 pm; Doors open at 5:30 pmWorship Hall 5th-12th graders, join us as we study God’s design for us as the church living on mission as a God-centered community. Each night includes worship, games, split Middle and High School teaching, and small group discussion. You don’t want to miss it! Doors open at 5:30 pm. Questions? Contact Pastor Joran Weitzer; jweitzer@eastbrook.org, 414.477-4265.
Mid-Week Kids’ Clubs
1st & 3rd Wednesdays6:30-8 pmCheck-in in the Lobby Kids’ Club is open to kids in Grades 3 & 4, and it meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month of the school year. Each gathering includes Bible study, games, snack and special seasonal activities. Questions? Contact Laura Brunner; lbrunner@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x264.
Women’s Global Prayer
Thursdays, Ongoing9-11 AMZoom Join other Eastbrook women as we meet with and care for our international workers. We learn how we can be prayingfor these workers and spend time together as a group praying through their requests. Questions? Need a Zoom link Contact Miranda; miranda@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x224.
Thursday Noon Men’s Bible Study
Thursdays, ongoing12 pmHoly Grounds Join other Eastbrook men for encouragement through studying the Bible and prayer. Questions? Contact Pastor Tom Meyer; tmeyer@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x229.
National Day of Prayer
Thursday, May 712-12:30 pmWorship Hall Join us as we worship God and pray for our country, the United States of America Questions? Contact Pastor Femi Ibitoye; fibitoye@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x246.
Zumba for Women
Thursdays, Ongoing6-7 pmFellowship Hall A wonderful outreach opportunity for women. All women are welcome to bring neighbors and or international friends to dance and sweat with us (no children please)! Questions? Contact Terri Plant, tplant@eastbrook.org, or Mary Ann Caler, mcaler@eastbrook.org.
20s & 30s
Thursdays (ongoing)7-8:30 pmHoly Grounds A weekly gathering of Eastbrook 20 & 30 year olds for fellowship, fun and faith! Find weekly details on our Instagram or our Facebook page to stay connected. Questions? Contact eastbrook20s-30s@eastbrook.org.
Saturday Women’s Prayer
2nd Saturday of the month9-10 amZoom Inviting women of all ages to join us in this special time of prayer for our families, friends, and our nation. Questions? Contact Jamilah; promiseofprayer@yahoo.com, 414.464.3463.
Food Pantry Open
Saturdays9-11 am The Eastbrook Food Pantry, in partnership with the Hunger Task Force, helps families and other churches feed the needy within the community. We are located in the back lot of Eastbrook Church and are open Mondays from 6:30-8:30 pm and Saturdays from 9-11 am. The pantry is a rewarding way you can serve with a great team of volunteers and give back to the local community. Wealways need more volunteers to keep the pantry running smoothly and consistently.…
Sunday Worship Services
Join us each Sunday for one of three identical services, both in person and online: 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 am.
Adonai Singers
(GRADEs 7-12) Sundays8-9:15 amB228 The Adonai Singers is a choir for students in Grade 7-12. We work on a variety of music that we prepare to lead worship with in Eastbrook’s Weekend Worship Services. It’s a community for learning music, worship, building friendships and discipleship. Questions? Contact Pastor Femi Ibitoye; fibitoye@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x246.
Kids’ Choirs
KIDS’ PRAISE CHOIR (K4-GRADE 2) Sundays8-9:15 amA006 (Little TheateR) Kids’ Choirs teach about the importance of worship through Scripture and music. The kids’ choirs lead worship for Sunday services about 3 times during the school year. Questions? Contact Cynthia Volpentesta, gvolp@wi.rr.com. CREDO CHOIR (GRADES 3-6) Sundays8-9:15 amB229 Kids’ Choirs teach about the importance of worship through Scripture and music. The kids’ choirs lead worship for Sunday services about 3 times during the school year, and the Credo Choir produces the…
Sunday Nursery & Preschool Open
Sundays, Ongoing8, 9:30 & 11 AMB-100s Hallway Infants and toddlers are cared for during all three services on Sundays (8, 9:30 & 11 am). On Family Worship Weekends, Nursery and Preschool are only available during the 9:30 and 11 am services. When you’re in our building, look for signs pointing you to the Nursery Counter, located on the first floor immediately north of the Main Lobby. Additional details: Questions? Contact Pastor Laure Herlinger; lherlinger@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220.
Eastbrook 401
Intro to A LIFE OF LEADERSHIP Three Sundays: May 10, 17 & 249:30 amRoom B226b Leadership in ministry is a blend of spiritual and practical skills. It starts with a heart for God, leads to a desire to be used in His work and is expressed in love for God’s people. Ministry leadership (paid and volunteer) here at Eastbrook is a high calling that encompasses multiple facets of learning—from an understanding of our core theological beliefs to growing in an…
9:30 am Sunday School (K4-Grade 4)
Sundays, Ongoing (Not July 5)9:30 AM During the 9:30 am service, children in K4-Grade 4 will focus on learning the Bible. Students in K4-Grade 4 learn Bible stories and how to apply them in their lives today. In the summer, we also spend time outdoors! All children must be picked up (older children can be dismissed on their own) at 10:45 am. Note: Over the summer, children remain in the same grade as the 2025-26 school year. They are promoted…
Middle School Sunday AM
Sundays, January 11-May 17 (not February 1 or April 5)9:30-10:45 amGYM Grades 5-8: Join us as we study the foundations of our faith in small groups! We begin each Sunday in the gym and then move to small group rooms in the A-200 wing. Questions? Contact Pastor Joran Weitzer; jweitzer@eastbrook.org, 414.477-4265.
High School Sunday AM
Sundays, January 11-May 17 (not February 1, March 15 or April 5)9:30-10:45 amFellowship Hall 3 Grades 9-12: We will be studying various topics together. Join us for a time of deeper study, good conversation, and community. This is for all 9-12 graders during second hour on Sunday Mornings. Questions? Contact Pastor Nic Fridenmaker; nfridenmaker@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x242.
FAST (Foster/Adoption Support Group)
2nd & 4th Sundays9:30 amB225 We meet twice a month to share resources, support, and to pray for one another’s families. Occasionally, topical book studies are also included. Questions? Contact Eric and Katie Hodgson; hodgson_eric@yahoo.com, 608.247.0056.
Missions Prayer
Sundays, Ongoing (Not May 24, July 5 or September 6)9:30-10:45 AMFellowship 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. Questions? Contact Miranda; miranda@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x224.
Dance Eternal
Sundays10:45 am-12 pmEast 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. If you are interested, you must meet with Kim to get full details and schedule; kimmerbrunner@gmail.com, 414.477.9310.
Educators Prayer
2nd Sundays11 am-12 pmRoom B226b Are you a school employee, public or private school teacher, college or university professor, home school teacher or a parent of a student? Join us on the second Sunday of each month as we pray together. Questions? Contact Mary Nelson; nelsonmary64@gmail.com.
Bread of Healing Clinic Open
Mondays2-7 pm We get the joy of serving a diverse group of patients from the city and around the world. Are you a medical provider or anon-medical person interested in getting to know and caring for our patients physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Consider joining our team on Monday afternoons or the 3rd Saturday of every month. Check out our new volunteer website to sign up and be kept in the loop for current serving needs: breadofhealing.galaxydigital.com. Questions? Contact Jewel Mattke,…
Food Pantry Open
Mondays6:30-8:30 pm The Eastbrook Food Pantry, in partnership with the Hunger Task Force, helps families and other churches feed the needy within the community. We are located in the back lot of Eastbrook Church and are open Mondays from 6:30-8:30 pm and Saturdays from 9-11 am. The pantry is a rewarding way you can serve with a great team of volunteers and give back to the local community. Wealways need more volunteers to keep the pantry running smoothly and consistently.…
2nd Tuesdays: An Evening of Worship & Prayer
Tuesday, May 127-8 pmWorship Hall All are welcome to join us for these monthly services on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, with an extended time of worship and prayer for each other, the city, and the world. Each month in 2026, our gathering will have a specific prayer focus: Questions? Contact Pastor Femi Ibitoye; fibitoye@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x246.
Guys’ Hike
Saturday, May 165:45 am-5 pmDevil’s Lake State Park Are you a guy? Do you like to hike? Do you want to lean into something challenging while building community and contemplating what it means to walk with God? Join us on a all day hike as we Devil’s Lake Ice Age Loop, rumored to be the most challenging hike in Wisconsin! Meet at Eastbrook at 5:45 am to carpool. Please click the button above to register. This event costs you nothing,…
Bread of Healing Clinic Open
Third Saturday of each month · 8:30 am-1 pm We get the joy of serving a diverse group of patients from the city and around the world. Are you a medical provider or anon-medical person interested in getting to know and caring for our patients physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Consider joining our team on Monday afternoons or the 3rd Saturday of every month. Check out our new volunteer website to sign up and be kept in the loop for current…
Conquering the Epidemic of Loneliness: A Living Well Seminar
Saturday, May 169-11 amHoly Grounds Social connection is a fundamental human need—as essential to survival as food, water and shelter. According to the Surgeon General, an increase in isolation and loneliness in our country has reached epidemic proportions and has significant health consequences, including premature death, heart disease, stroke, anxiety, depression and dementia. Hear from Krishna DasGupta, MD, psychiatrist, who will offer psychological and spiritual strategies and recommendations. Dr DasGupta is a Wisconsin local who attended medical school and has…
Healing the Wounds of Trauma: How the Church can Help
Sundays, May 17-June 288 amRoom B224 Where is God when I’m suffering? Why is there so much pain in this world? Is God punishing me? How can I help others who are hurting? God wants to heal our wounds and set us free! He also wants His body to be equipped to help others deal with their pain. We will look at Scripture to find answers to those hard questions. This is an interactive class and a safe place to…
Accessibility Parents Group
3rd Sundays9:30 amB225 We meet monthly to share resources, and to encourage and support one another through the unique challenges of parenting a child with special needs. Questions? Contact Ann Hacker; ann.hacker@att.net, 414.232.0203.
33: The Series – A Men’s Study on Authentic Manhood
Sundays, May 17-August 2311 amB229 There are so many voices out there that are telling you what it means to be a man. Discover God’s design for men with a clear definition and inspiring vision of authentic manhood. Led by Lorin Staats, we will investigate together what God’s intention for men is and how we can pursue it together! Questions? Contact Lorin Staats, lorin.staats@gmail.com.
Child Protection Training
Sunday, May 17 at 11 am in Room B120or Wednesday, May 27 at 6:30 pm (Virtual) This one-time training is required for anyone working in NextGen ministries (Kids or Students). Please complete the form at the button above for each person attending. Questions? Contact Pastor Laure Herlinger; lherlinger@eastbrook.org.
Improving with Age
3rd Sundays11 amRoom B229 If you recognize that you are aging and you want to do it well and in community, this once a month class is for you! We will be continuing to explore relevant topics this fall while sharing our own God Stories with one another. Questions? Contact Pastor Jim Caler; jcaler@eastbrook.org, 414.228-5220 x213.
Food Pantry Garden Volunteer Hours
Mondays5-6 pm The Eastbrook Food Pantry, in partnership with the Hunger Task Force, helps families and other churches feed the needy within the community. We are in harvest season for the Food Pantry Garden, so we need all hands on deck to help pick this high-quality produce and deliver it to the food pantry before the pantry opens. Come help out this fall! Questions? Contact Steve Kiskunas, s.kiskunas@manitou-group.com.
NextGen Family Picnic
Wednesday, May 205:30-8 pmEastbrook’s Front Lawn 3rd-12th grade families, join us for this school year’s final Wednesday night! We will provide a main dish. Please sign up using the link above to bring something. Questions? Contact Pastor Joran Weitzer; jweitzer@eastbrook.org, 414.228.5220 x227.
Men’s Summer Cookouts
Wednesdays, May 20, June 24, July 29 & August 266:30-8 Pm Come hang out and pray with other Eastbrook men this summer! We will grill some great food and pray for and with each other. RSVP with Jim. Questions? Contact Pastor Jim Caler; jcaler@eastbrook.org, 414.228-5220 x213.
Food Pantry Garden Volunteer Hours
Saturdays7:30-8:30 am The Eastbrook Food Pantry, in partnership with the Hunger Task Force, helps families and other churches feed the needy within the community. We are in harvest season for the Food Pantry Garden, so we need all hands on deck to help pick this high-quality produce and deliver it to the food pantry before the pantry opens. Come help out this fall! Questions? Contact Steve Kiskunas, s.kiskunas@manitou-group.com.
Family Worship Weekend
Sunday, May 24 Family Worship Weekends are designed for the entire church to worship together. There will be no ministries for kids 4K and up, students, classes for adults, and other gatherings on campus, to encourage this to happen. Nursery and Preschool remain open for the 9:30 & 11 am services only.
Baptism Prep Class
For those wishing to be Baptized on Sunday, June 7:Sunday, May 24 or Sunday, May 3111 amRoom B229 Baptism is a public declaration of an internal change—it’s how we proclaim that Jesus is Lord of our lives. Find out what baptism is all about, how we baptize here at Eastbrook (and why) and the details for our summer baptism services. Anyone who wishes to be baptized this summer should plan to take one of two baptism preparation classes. Registration is…
Middle School Wilderness Trip (Grades 5/6)
Grades 5/6 Trip: Friday, May 29 – Sunday, May 31Kettle Moraine Forest 5th and 6th graders will explore the local beauty of the Kettle Moraine Southern Unit. This is a perfect entry point into camping in community! We will spend time discovering what creation teaches us about God, how difficult situations can push us towards Godly community, and how getting away from distraction can help us focus on what really matters. Join us as we camp in the beautiful Kettle…
Caregiver Support Group
Last Sunday of the Month (January 25, February 22, March 29, April 26, May 31)11 am-NoonChurch Office/Zoom Join other family caregivers of older adults, either online or in-person, on the last Sunday of each month for encouragement and connection at Eastbrook’s Caregiver Support group. Questions? Contact Susan Johnson; sljohnson.730@gmail.com, 414.228.5220
Tuesdays at the Park
Tuesdays, June 2-August 116-8 pmStormonth School (Fox Point) Join us at the Stormonth School playground for fun and games! Family fun on summer evenings running around playing games like kickball, mighty mighty, ball tag and more! Adults and kids play together. Please note: an adult or older sibling needs to stay with any younger children—this is not a drop-off type activity. Questions? Contact Pastor Jim Caler; jcaler@eastbrook.org, 262.290.7068.
Women’s Summer Study: The Pursuit of Holiness
Fridays, June 5-26 · 9:30-11 am · Off Campus (near Alverno College) “Be holy, for I am holy,” commands God to His people. But what does that look like in everyday life? Because of grace we don’t have to earn our salvation, but sometimes that leaves us wondering what our part in holiness should be. In this bestselling and long-esteemed resource, renowned author Jerry Bridges helps us see where we should rely on God and where we should accept responsibility and…
Women’s Summer Study: Habakkuk — Learning to Live by Faith
Fridays, June 5-August 25 · 9:30-11 am · Holy Grounds Join Esther Welch on this walk through Habakkuk using the study guide by Lydia Brownback. You will explore Habakkuk verse by verse, addressing the complex subject of God’s judgment and wrath. Each lesson helps women understand why God allows pain and illness, and how He deals with unrepentant sin. This study also teaches how to wait faithfully for God to answer prayer. Sign up with Pam Chadsey; pschadseygk5@gmail.com, 414.352.3613.
Choir & Orchestra Concert
Friday, June 5 · 7-9 pm · Worship Hall Enjoy an evening of traditional, gospel, and world music from the Adult Worship Choir and Psalm 150 Orchestra. They will be performing special selections from throughout the year.