February 24, 2002
Congregational Passes Balanced Budget for 2002
Lent Service and Sermon Series
Lenten Season - Time for Prayerful Gift Giving
Seeking Director of Student Ministries
Student Uses Gift to Help World Hunger
Terrace Trio Performs March 10
Beej Wakefield Makes Our Church Another Home
Winterfest 2002 Packed with Fellowship
Nominating Committee Seeks Involvement
The 159th Annual Meeting of the Church was called to order at 1:30 p.m. on January 20, 2002. Beginning the afternoon, Michelle Jackson (former parish nurse), Beej Wakefield (long-time kitchen coordinator-see article pg. 7), and Rev. Kathryn Rust were recognized for their service to the Church.
Rev. Doug Lobb then presented the Minister's Report delivering a very optimistic vision of 2002. He noted a staff change which will be in place at least until the placement of a Senior Minister. Rev. Chris Rygh will take over Rev. Kathy Rust's pastoral care duties while still working with Covenant Class and PF. A lay person is being sought to head the Sunday School program (see page 5 for more details). The Personnel Committee concurred with the plan to cut back to two full-time ministers at this time.
The Treasurer's Report, delivered by Diane Houriet noted the Church ended 2001 in the black after receiving 25% of pledged dollars December 31. Steve Russ presented the Stewardship Report and was able to announce that while the number of pledging units was down from the previous year, the average pledge amount increased a very positive sign following a difficult year.
On behalf of the Budget and Finance Committee, Cindy Payette was pleased to present a balanced budget for 2002. With boards and committees all tightening their belts, the biggest cuts came from Personnel, Trustees and Benevolences and Church Relations. The change in approach for Benevolences and Church Relations caused the most controversy. While the dollar amount for the Church Relations portion was kept consistent with last year, the Benevolences portion was zeroed out with the intention of raising the comparable $55,000 through five special offerings throughout the year. (See articles on page 4 and 5.) While this change concerned many and caused much discussion including a directive to the Budget and Finance Committee to review this decision throughout the year, the budget passed by a large majority.
Finally, David Swanson spoke on behalf of the Search Committee and announced that after seriously considering 72 candidates for the position of Senior Minister, the committee expected to have a candidate to present to Council and then the membership as a whole within 60 days of the Annual Meeting. *
The halls of church are a buzzin' with the sights and sounds of the upcoming gourmet Italian Dinner and Auction to be held on Saturday March 16th, 2002.
If you've never had the opportunity to attend this event before, you will want to experience the tantalizing gourmet Italian cuisine prepared by John Sgarlata, while being serenaded by a strolling maestro. Then stay for the excitement of the auction with auctioneer, Keith Harmon.
From Bed & Breakfast stays to the ever popular Bark'n Turtles, jewelry, airplane rides, performing arts tickets and more, there's bound to be something suitable for all to bid on.
Last year we raised nearly $7,000 with this event. The gourmet dinner was a hit as John worked his magic in the kitchen, and the auctioneers, Chris Rygh and Jeremy Schowalter, stole the show with their energetic and savvy auctioning skills. The crowd oohed and aahed as bids for items rose well above their value.
Pre-Auction a new focus
Last year we filled the Social Hall to capacity. Many others wanting to come were unable to do so because of prior commitments. So this year we have decided to hold a pre-auction event on Sunday, March 10th, 2002 from 8:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. in the lower hallway of the church.
The pre-auction will include food items, gift certificates from local businesses and hospitality packages. These items will remain separate from the main auction and winners will be identified on Sunday, March 17th in the hallway at one of the auction tables.
During the pre-auction we will be taking reservations for the Italian gourmet dinner as well as accepting monetary contributions from those wishing to donate directly to our Youth Ministry programs.
On Saturday, March 16th, 2002 the big event occurs with the silent auction from 5:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m., dinner promptly at 5:30 p.m. and the voice auction beginning at 6:30 p.m. and ending at 7:45 p.m.
Students step up to the plate
Over the last several years I've had the honor of working with PF students not only on the Auction, but the gourmet coffee sale and other fundraising events. I'm proud of their commitment despite their tight personal schedules. And as my involvement with Junior PF grows I see the next generation of PF students evolving, eager to participate.
Besides making auction paddles and distributing flyers, several Junior PF students came with me to village businesses seeking donations for the auction. Not only were they enthusiastic, they made such a great impression, all but one business offered to help!
I am encouraged to see the support of parents, local businesses and the participation of our youth. Over the next few years Senior PF students will pass the torch to the next generation and move on to new experiences.
With that passing of the torch brings new ideas, new leaders. With our goal of $10,000 we hope to provide our future leaders the opportunity to participate in a mission trip or other faith events, without the financial obstacles.
It's the life experiences, the friends made, the knowledge gained that keeps our youth coming back to this church long after finishing college. While money isn't everything, it can provide positive experiences that encourage growth and compassion. As I watch my own children grow, I am hopeful they take the torch from me and continue the cycle of fundraising to support the Youth Ministries programs.
If we can change the life of but a handful of youth and give them experiences they can take with them for life, then we have succeeded in fulfilling God's plan.
If we overlook them, where will
they go? *
by Terri Hoerz
We are now participating in the time of the ecclesiastical year called LENT, which is a concentrated period of 40 days when we explore the depths of our faith and the events in the life of Jesus that lead up to his crucifixion. With out this emphasis and study, the glory of Easter is greatly minimized.
Lent come from the Anglo- Saxon word meaning lencten as in lengthening of days or spring. Over 1200 years ago, theologians selected the term of lent to be 40 days, not including Sundays, so as to be similar to the years in exile, the days Moses was on Sinai and the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and concludes with Holy Saturday or Easter Eve.
Ash Wednesday starts after Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday. Mardi Gras is a true carnival i.e. carne-vale which means farewell to meat which was a practice in liturgical Churches until very recently. The date of Ash Wednesday, like all of Lent changes each calendar year with the date of Easter, which always occurs on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox. Easter can thus occur in late March, as this year or late April. The date changed in order that Pilgrims could have light in the mountain passes of Israel when they came to worship in Jerusalem. Easter actually is a religious festival adapted to the date of a pagan celebration welcoming spring.
Lent is not an exciting time. One cannot walk with Jesus to Calvary with joy, yet experiencing this darkness, like the dark times in our lives, is a necessary step to experience the sheer joy and triumph of resurrection.
Please make an extra special effort to be a regular worshipper during this Holy season so that Christ becomes real in your life, in the trials, troubles and joys of living. *
Rev. Dr. Doug Lobb
How should musical worship "look" at First Church? How could it look and how could that dream be translated into action? What have been the Church music emphases that have inspired us in our faith journey? These are some of the questions that will be addressed in a Church music workshop to be held here at First Congregational Church on Friday evening, March 8 and Saturday, March 9.
This informative and interactive time will be led by Michael Bloss who is currently Minister of Music at Park Street Congregational Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Michael Bloss was the organist and choirmaster at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church during the time when Dr. Lobb was Senior Minister at that congregation.
Though a young man, Michael Bloss has had a distinguished career. He has performed organ recitals in Germany, England, Scotland, Japan, Canada and the United States. At Eaton Memorial he was in charge of five choirs, and an orchestra as well as the planning of the music ministry of the Church.
Michael is the leader of "Worship Works," which enables people in Churches to wrestle with their understanding of worship, music and theology. Participants work in groups, to not only understand what musical worship is, but also to dream about what it could be within the confines of the congregation.
Friday evening between 7:00 and 9:00 we will consider our personal worship and hymn experiences and share in singing hymns of the heart. On Saturday, between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm, issues to be dealt with include, the "W's" of hymn singing, how congregational singing looks at First Church, and how we can enhance our sung worship and capture our imaginations. We will also look at the music of the Iona and Taiz'e communities.
"I know that all who participate will be enriched. Michael is a warm person, a good teacher and an outstanding musician," said Dr. Lobb. "You will enjoy his wisdom and his candor. We are seeking 40 people who will want to share this unique and enriching experience. You will be charmed and inspired by Michael Bloss."
The only cost for this terrific opportunity is $10.00 per participant to cover food.
SIGN UP NOW IN THE CHURCH OFFICE. *
The Budget and Finance Committee presented a balanced budget at the Annual Meeting in January. Our stewardship campaign set a goal exceeding $800,000 based on the budgets submitted by the various boards and committees. When the pledge drive did not meet those figures the Budget and Finance Committee worked to trim the budget in various ways to ensure there would not be a deficit in 2002.
In order to be fiscally responsible, significant reductions were made by the Trustees and the Personnel Committee. After extensive discussion and prayerful considerations, it was recommended and approved that we go to a two minister staff. All other boards were kept at the same levels as in 2001, with the exception of the Board of Benevolences and Church Relations.
The Budget and Finance Committee, along with the Board of Benevolences, proposed a new approach to benevolent giving for 2002.
A portion of the operating budget will still be set aside to continue the Church Relations portion of giving. While on the surface
it would appear that benevolent giving has been cut to zero, this is not the case. In prior years some of our benevolent giving
beyond the budgeted amount has come from special offerings held during the year. This year the Board of Benevolences and Church
Relations will expand the scope of these offerings. Detailed information identifying the recipients will be communicated to the
congregation so that members
may plan ahead for making
their contributions.
In past years, benevolent spending has been cut to balance the budget. There are members who feel strongly that a portion of their pledges should be used for benevolent projects, others who feel their pledges are for the operating budget, and some who do not have a preference. This year's proposal is an effort to increase the awareness of every member's benevolent contributions.
Although the discussion at the Annual Meeting was not nearly long enough to address this topic and the proposal, the congregation
did pass the 2002 budget of $675,000 with an overwhelming majority vote. The results of the expanded benevolent special offerings
throughout 2002 will be reviewed later in the fiscal year. Our congregation needs to be assured this proposal will be evaluated,
and next year's Budget and Finance Committee, along with the Board of Benevolences, will communicate the results. Every member of
FCC is invited to attend the Benevolence Board meetings on the second Monday of each month to learn more about the special
offering projects that are targeted for this year and to communicate their suggestions. *
Cindy Payette
Chair: Budget and Finance Committee
Bill Rose
Chair: Bd.of Benevolences
& Church Relations
The remainder of the Lenten Service/Sermon Series is as follows:
SERMON SERIES-
"COMMENTS I HAVE HEARD."
February 24 "Frankly, I am Bored by the Bible!"
March 3 "They're Always Talking About Sin."
March 10 "What Does, Jesus is the Messiah, Mean?"
March 17 "I'll Take Christian Ethics But Not 'the Fairy Tales'"
March 24 "Why Did Jesus Die?"
March 28 Maundy Thursday Service:
Seder Supper and Holy Communion.
March 29 Good Friday Service of Tenebrae
March 31 EASTER SUNDAY
8:45 am Morning Worship
SERMON: "Resurrection: Here, Now!"
9:45-10:45 PF Sponsored Breakfast
11:00 am Morning Worship
Wednesday Evenings- Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20
A simple supper will be held in the Social Hall at 6:00 pm, followed by a series about the narrative of the Bible, "How the Old Testament Prepares us for the New Testament" led by Phil Landis. As part of the process, he will introduce relevant material from the fields of archaeology, art, literature, music and non-biblical history. The dependence of western culture on the bible will be stressed and illustrated. Each class will be followed with a brief service of Holy Communion.
This Lenten Season is the first in a series of five special benevolent offering campaigns to be held during the year. By now most of you know the church's benevolent giving for 2002 will not be funded through the general operating budget, but rather through five special offerings. While the present approach is different than in years past it is out of necessity we proceed in this direction for the year 2002.
Our church family is sponsoring a combined Lenten/Easter Special Offering that addresses local neighborhood needs: Mayfair Interfaith, Tosa Food Pantry, and Tosa for Kids. The campaign's slogan, "The Church in the Heart of Tosa with Tosa at Heart" speaks to the needful issues of our community.
Mayfair Interfaith An Outreach program for the elderly. It is a resource organization, that with the help of volunteers, enables the elderly to remain in their homes as long as possible. Fifteen community churches sponsor Mayfair Interfaith.
Tosa Food Pantry Sponsored by eighteen community churches, the food pantry provides food for 85-90 families each month. About 35 volunteers and one paid staff person work for the pantry. The pantry is located in St. Bernard's Church and is part of Hunger Task Force.
Tosa for Kids A two-year-old nonprofit organization spearheaded by the Wauwatosa Police Department helps area families who desperately need short-term assistance. The organization served more than 150 families in 2001 with its food pantry, gently used clothing, and special drives held throughout the year. The entire organization is volunteer run without the overhead of paid employees. 100 percent of the money goes to those in need.
Please give prayerful consideration to a generous donation during the Lenten Season. Consider putting something aside each day of Lent. Your gift will help those in need. This year the children of our church will also be asked to contribute by donating each day during the 40 days of Lent. Talk to your children about these organizations and let them know how much one small coin a day will mean to the people involved. This can become a family benevolence project.
The Board is moving forward enthusiastically with the planning for the remaining four benevolence campaigns. Presently the campaigns under consideration will include: Mother's Day, "Celebration Sunday," Thanksgiving and Christmas. An attempt will be made to establish and focus on a theme for each of the special offerings. To date, the themes that have been discussed, but not limited to include: Church Youth Missions/Projects, Greater Milwaukee Community Organizations and International Missions.
The reality is that our benevolent giving depends on the efforts of each of us, above and beyond our individual pledges. Therefore you are encouraged to support the programs in any way possible. *
The Personnel Committee recently decided on some staff position changes which change the scope of Rev. Chris Rygh's position, and add a new lay position as the Director of Student Ministries.
While Chris will continue to teach the Covenant Class and head the PF program, he will also focus on visitation ministry to the hospitalized and homebound. He will be taking on some of the duties which were Rev. Kathy Rust's responsibility. The Church will shift to a staff of two ordained ministers.
The lay position being added will focus on, "directing the church's overall ministry to children including, nursery care, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, summer programming and potential mid-week programs." Responsibilities include: recruiting, training, scheduling and caring for Sunday School staff, selecting and implementing curriculum in consultation with the Sr. Minister and CE Board, and working with the nursery attendants to ensure that the nursery is staffed and that its equipment and supplies are adequate and well maintained.
The full position description is
available from the Church office. If you are interested in the position,
please call the church office
at 414-258-7375.
In recent issues of the Columns, we have shared reports from the 2001 Covenant Class. At their confirmation on June 3rd, the class was surprised by an anonymous donation of $100 for each student. The confirmands were asked to be missionaries for First Church and to "creatively spend the money in a way that will honor God and help others." We continue the series by featuring one more student this month.
Laura Schultz
When Laura Schultz received her seed money last spring, she knew immediately how she would spend it. "A while ago, my family got involved in the Heifer Project. Heifer Project is a ministry located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their mission is to end world hunger by supplying families in developing nations with livestock. They also teach these people how to multiply their herds so they can help feed other families. I really wanted to spend my $100 by investing it in something that could keep on giving!"
Heifer Project has an interesting history. In the 1930s, a civil war raged in Spain. Dan West, a midwestern farmer and Church of the Brethren youth worker, ladled out cups of milk to hungry children on both sides of the conflict. It struck him that what these families needed was "not a cup, but a cow." He asked his friends back home to donate heifers, (young cows that
have not borne a calf), so hungry families could feed themselves. In return, they could help another family become self-reliant by passing on to them one of their gift animal's female calves. Years later, West's organization is now appropriately called Heifer International. But they've grown far beyond just sending cattle overseas. The group now sends pigs, goats, llamas, ducks and chickens.
With this in mind, Laura contacted her neighbors, some family friends and relatives. She asked them to contribute to her project. With the money she collected, she placed an order for a family in South America. As a result of Laura's hard work, a family in Ecuador now has a new flock of chickens and a goat. They have an ongoing source of meat, eggs and milk. "I'm
really excited about this," said Laura, "In fact, I put together a packet of information for each of the people who donated to my project. I thanked them and told them how the money was used. I guess the thing that makes me most proud is knowing that I've helped some hungry people find the food they need to survive, and just as importantly, a way to help their neighbors."
You can reach Heifer International by writing to P.O. Box 8058, Little Rock, AR / USA 72203 or by calling (800) 422-0474. You can also find them on the web at Heiferproject.org. *
On March 10, 2002 at 4:00 p.m., this years 4 o'clock concert series will conclude with a performance by Terrace Trio.
The members of Terrace Trio are Diane Andreoni, piano, Patricia Anders, violin, and Suzanne Hayworth, cello. As friends and music educators, they decided a number of years ago to study and perform a different piano trio each year. With a growing repertoire, the trio now performs regularly in the Milwaukee area.
Diane Andreoni was an instrumental music specialist in several elementary schools in the Wauwatosa School District. Now retired from public school teaching, she is in high demand as an accompanist.
Patricia Anders, a former violin/orchestra teacher in the Milwaukee and Wauwatosa public schools is presently a full-time studio teacher of violin and viola.
Suzanne Hayworth was born into a musical family and began cello lessons at age six. Suzanne is an active cello teacher. Initially as a faculty member of the West Suburban Suzuki Academy and Carroll College, she presently heads her own studio with 30 private students.
The afternoon promises to be a wonderful conclusion to this year's series. *
At the Annual Meeting on January 20, the congregation honored Beej Wakefield for serving for more than fifteen years as Kitchen Coordinator. During her tenure, the number of church dinners and luncheons grew dramatically, while lifestyles changed as more women began working outside the home.
Beej found that the potluck suppers of the past no longer worked. Cartons of potato salad and Jell-O picked up on the way to church by busy working moms didn't provide a well-balanced meal, said Beej. And no one wanted to be assigned "the casserole."
"Meager Meals," likewise, didn't appeal to church members. What they really wanted were home-cooked meals not cooked at home. Thus, Beej, who always enjoyed cooking for her family, learned how to adapt her "homespun" recipes for a crowd with the help of, "Cooking for Fifty." Trying to balance the right amount of food with reservations made (and often forgotten) was always a challenge. Beej remembers one embarrassing ministers' luncheon when she was told to cook for 12, and quite a few more showed up. "One minister, who had no reservation, showed up an hour late, and nothing was left," lamented Beej. Since then she has always cooked more than enough food, even though she hates to have waste.
These meals, which Beej coordinated so smoothly, required countless hours of behind-the-scene planning, shopping, food preparation, serving, and clean-up. Beej always remained cheerful and well-organized, but said she could not have done this job without wonderful crews of volunteers. These included her late husband Dave, daughter Jennifer Wakefield, and son and daughter-in-law Charlie and Ddg Wakefield, along with members of Circle 8 and a host of others. It was the camaraderie of working together that Beej enjoyed most in her service to the church.
What will she do now that she has turned over the reins of Kitchen Coordinator to Karen Schmidt? Beej will have more time for her family, which also includes son C.D. and wife Colleen who live in Green Bay, and five grandchildren. She will continue to enjoy her bridge groups, sewing class, and book club. At church Beej is now serving on the Board of Deacons.
Does she still enjoy cooking? You bet! On a recent weekday morning at 10:00 a.m., Beej already had a pot of homemade soup simmering on her stove! *
Nancy Fisher
Breakfast with the Girls was a rousing morning on February 2, with another visit from Barbara Brown Lee. Ask anyone who was there and hear about the fun and educational time we had! Barbara is warm, witty and very knowledgeable in her field. Having her with us to share her expertise created a desire in all of us to go to the Art Museum and experience first-hand the treasures Milwaukee is privileged to possess.
March 2 will be our Lenten Breakfast with the Girls program with a performance by the Acacia Theater. Entitled, "Cross Purposes," it is a retelling of Jesus' last week in Jerusalem. We are very much looking forward to this as past experience with the theater troupe has never disappointed us. We could also use some more bakers, so if you didn't see the sign-up sheet and would like to help please call me (771-6216) and I'll gladly add you to the list.
Last but not least we will be spending a few moments in March asking for future program ideas. We want to keep going but we need your input! So put on your thinking caps
and bring some ideas with you and we'll see you all in March. Don't forget to sign up and feel free to bring a friend. *
Char Schweitzer
On Friday night, January 25th, 2002 a steady stream of First Congregational Church members made their way up to the Pilgrim Center on beautiful Green Lake to spend a wonderful weekend.
Rev. Kathy Rust planned the weekend in hopes that we would be able to cross-country ski, build snowmen and other assorted winter activities, along with fellowship and worship. However, the weather was not co-operative in the snow department. There were a few patches of snow on the ground, but not enough for cross-country skiing. Friday night the group focused on settling in. Many folks arrived between 7:008:00 and enjoyed fellowship and vespers. A large table was set up in the common meeting room (complete with fireplace) where the ultimate "snack table" was adorned with a huge assortment of snacks to satisfy anyone's hunger.
The lodge had separate bedrooms for everyone and a separate eating lodge where the food was prepared by staff members. Every meal was "delicious" beyond words; especially when you don't have to buy, make or clean up after it.
Saturday included an assortment of activities. Four older teens and two adults opted to go to a nearby ski slope for a day of downhill skiing. Another group car-pooled to the Green Lake Assembly to take a walking tour of the grounds. There were many fascinating things to see on the walk: an old tower, an old wooden sailboat for viewing, the lakefront (complete with fish), and a wonderful bookstore. The group had many joyous moments of walking and talking along the way while the kids picked up everything from walking sticks to stones.
Upon returning to the center, people played board games, had a snowball fight, read their favorite books, listened to music played by Cathy Kebbekus, Tom Smith and Scott Donaldson, or simply "hung out."
Evening brought a wonderful fire at the lakefront with ghost stories told by a few brave souls. Later, around the indoor fireplace, evening vespers were held with guitar playing by Rev. Chris Rygh. Evening activities consisted of a movie and more board games.
Sunday morning worship was held after a scrumptious breakfast. After worship, a number of ladies made afghans out of fleece as a project headed by Julie Smith. The blankets will be donated to a needy facility in the near future.
All in all, it was a wonderful weekend away from the regular routine, filled with relaxing, memory-laden fellowship time. *
The Nominating Committee is beginning the process of filling the open positions on the Boards and the Church Council for the
Election Meeting on Sunday, May 19, 2002
at 1:30.
If you are interested in serving on one of the Boards, the Council or Committees please sign up at church on Sunday, February
24 or March 3 at the tables in the hallway. Or you may call the church office
414-258-7375 and ask to have your name given to the Committee.
The Board members are elected at the Election Meeting and members of the Committees are appointed by the new Moderator after that person has been elected at the May 19 meeting. The office will see that the new Moderator receives the name of anyone who volunteers for Committees.
You may indicate the Board or Committee in which you are particularly interested but we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to that one. It depends how many names we receive and how many people want the same positions. All persons who volunteer will receive a response from the Nominating Committee. If you volunteer, please remember that to be an effective member of a Board or Committee you must attend the meetings regularly.
Thank you for your consideration in helping your church in this capacity.
Church Nursery Play Group to Start
Come with your infants and preschoolers starting Thursday, February 28th at 10 a.m. We'll play and get to know each other. Call Sarah DeYoung if you're interested. (414)453-3652
Sr. High PF Rally Focuses
on Musical Worship
First Congregational Church will host the PF Spring Rally, March 89, 2002. The theme, "Make a Joyful Noise," will be presented by "Harvest." The goal of the Harvest Ministry Team is to reach youth through music and witness. The program they present is inspirational and energetic, filled with worship, praise, biblical teaching and lots of fun. The Rally will run from 6:00 p.m. Friday night until 4:00 p.m., Saturday afternoon.
A Worship Music Workshop is also being presented for adults at First Congregational Church by Michael Bloss (see page 3
for details).
The deadline for submitting articles for the next issue of the Columns is
www.FirstChurchTosa.org
Editor, Beth Linscott
Communications Committee
Mary York - Chairperson,
Nancy Fisher, Sue Rowbottom,
De McDermott,
Bill Edens
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Rev. Dr. Douglas Lobb, Interim Minister
Rev. Chris Rygh, Associate Minister
Rev. Dr. Charles Goldsmith,
Congregational Home Chaplain
Rani Gusho, Administrator
Lee Jacobi, Director of Music
Betty Dethmers, Organist
Michelle Jackson, Parish Nurse
Sally Boyle, Secretary
Nancy Grundle, Secretary
Anne Callen, Secretary
Charles Nelson, Administrator, Congregational Home, Inc.
Rev. Dr. Norman S. Ream, Minister Emeritus
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