“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God…” - Psalm 42:1-2a If you were to visit most exercise gyms, you will discover they are full with people who don’t want to pay the price of ignoring their bodies, but too often believers suffer from the opposite malady: an apparent unconcern with matters … [Read more...] about Spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle (Week 2)
The 2020 census is online. Here’s how to do it
The US census has entered the 21st century. Census Day, April 1, is almost upon us, and you are legally obligated to participate in it. But if you don’t want to do it over the phone, through the mail, or wait for the census takers to show up on your doorstep, we have good news for you. It’s 2020, and the census is now online — or at least there’s an online option. Let’s … [Read more...] about The 2020 census is online. Here’s how to do it
MPS offers meals and scheduled times to pick up personal items for students during school closure
To help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), all MPS schools will be closed from March 16 to April 13, 2020. Schools are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, April 14, after the scheduled district spring break. In MPS, as many as 76,000 students receive free breakfast and lunch in school daily. To support families who rely on school meals for their children, MPS will … [Read more...] about MPS offers meals and scheduled times to pick up personal items for students during school closure
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar celebrates Black History Month with MPS students
South Division High School welcomed former Milwaukee Bucks player and NBA legend Kareem Abdul- Jabbar on February 28, 2020. Students took part in activities that included a roundtable discussion with Jabbar in celebration of Black History Month. A six-time NBA Champion, NBA All-Star, and one of the greatest players in NBA history, Jabbar has proven that he is more than just … [Read more...] about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar celebrates Black History Month with MPS students
Marsy’s Law helps give victims equal rights
By: Karen Stokes On April 7, 2020, Wisconsin voters will have an opportunity to use their voice to support equal rights for victims, survivors and their families by voting “yes” for the Marsy’s Law Crime Victims’ Rights Amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution. Marsy’s Law is named after Marsalee “Marsy” Nicholas of California, who was stalked and killed by her … [Read more...] about Marsy’s Law helps give victims equal rights
How to get tested for the coronavirus
The World Health Organization (WHO) has just declared the coronavirus a pandemic. That’s just a big word that means a new disease for which people do not have immunity spreads around the world beyond expectations. So now, of course, you may start to worry. People are coughing and sneezing around you and you get scared. So what do you do when you have a sore throat, flu-like … [Read more...] about How to get tested for the coronavirus
A Message from Father Michael Betram of St. Benedict & St. Francis Churches
Dear friends, This past weekend was eerily quiet for me without having Mass with you. But at the same time, it created a silence and a quiet that drew me into the season of Lent in a very reflective way. I hope some of the same was your experience. As we are only entering this time of the Coronavirus, I am canceling weekend Masses at St. Benedict and St. Francis for the next … [Read more...] about A Message from Father Michael Betram of St. Benedict & St. Francis Churches
Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 3)
Each March, Women's History Month recognizes the ground-breaking achievements of women and women of color. Kaia Shivers, a liberal studies professor at New York University, helped Insider.com select a list of 20 female innovators and leaders who are making history and setting records. From entertainers to philanthropists, here are black women who will change the world … [Read more...] about Twenty inspiring black women who are making history in 2020 (part 3)
Keep it clean: How to improve your device hygiene
For all the things we touch throughout the day, we touch our phones more than anything else. And multiple studies have shown that our phones are germier than a toilet seat. Yuck. And on top of that, according to recent studies, Americans are checking their phones anywhere from about 50 to 100 times a day, and actually pressing and swiping more than 2,500 times per … [Read more...] about Keep it clean: How to improve your device hygiene
Transforming neighborhoods where we work, live and play
As Wisconsin’s largest community foundation, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation is a catalyst for positive change in Milwaukee through the generosity of its donors and strength of its community partnerships. Hand in hand with the community, the Foundation has driven investment and impact in education, youth engagement, and economic development to support people where they … [Read more...] about Transforming neighborhoods where we work, live and play