Financial education and care is here!

HCL will be offering Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University in February!

Dave Ramsey enthusiastically teaches families how to beat debt and build wealth through his biblically-based, video-driven group study. Please attend an Preview on either Jan.11th. at 6:30 p.m., or Jan. 15th. at 6:30 p.m., both in Fellowship Hall.  Classes run for 13 weeks, and will be held on Sundays, starting Feb. 8th., and also on Thursdays, both starting at 6:30 p.m.

The FPU membership (lifelong materials for class and after) is $85.

Childcare (ages 1-11) will be offered at $2 for 1 child, $3 for 2 children, and $4 for 3 or more.  Please register for classes at the Preview, and childcare needs through Dale Wiza, here at 414-529-6700, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Matthew Ministries... This financial education and care ministry has been formed because we believe that faithful  management of financial resources lies at the heart of Christian life.  Jesus talks a lot about money and possessions, and much of life revolves around this, so we as God’s people are entrusted to take the necessary time and effort to gain the hope, wisdom, and management skills to plan, give, save, and spend the blessings wisely.  Then, we will hear Him say “Well done, good and faithful servant…!” Matt. 25:21.  (see some testimonies below)

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”  Jeremiah 29:11

Concerned about your finances?

Matthew Ministries serves you with a few options: 

• The Matthew Ministry’s “Becoming Money Wise” course will be offered again - soon.   Our  Matthew Mentors lead the financial course “Becoming Money-Wise, a Scripturally-Based Practical Study on Money” for 6 weeks.     

          The $10.00 fee includes your book.  Class space is limited.  Please sign up at 
          the Info.  Counter, or contact Dale Wiza, at w414-529-6700, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

          “Becoming Money Wise…” building financial strength from wisdom, humility, and
          contentment!  Our Matthew Mentors have assisted over 90 households thus far, with gained
          financial wisdom, and offering new found hope - for those in need. 

• If you are struggling or concerned with finances, and would like to confidentially speak with a Matthew Mentor, we can offer some free guidance.  Or, if you would like to get your financial plans,wills or living estate plans in order, please contact Dale Wiza, at w414-529-6700, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

More about "Becoming Money Wise...". After much research about the various financial programs available, we selected this Christian workbook, with 6 chapters of: 1. Becoming a Responsible Planner, 2. Becoming a Disciplined Saver, 3. Becoming a Smart Spender, 4. Becoming a Debt-free Steward, 5. Becoming a Generous Giver, and chapter 6. is a Cash Flow Form.

The course is more like a small group experience, kept very comfortable, where you can share as much, or as little as you are wish.  We sometimes hear other testimonials, or of cases from our facilitator, and you will be offered lots of prayer, support, love and hope, along with the guidance.

If you are someone who does keep good records, or are financially responsible, but would just like to learn more about how God wants us to be good stewards, this is right for you too.

Our Mentor Team and Program

Our Mentors are a team of HCLC-commissioned servant volunteers, trained in financial planning, who lead these workshops.  All have been trained for this course by Phil Meinzen, of Concordia’s - Center for Financial Leadership, Inc. 

Our course follows a workbook, written by Ron Chewning, “Becoming Money Wise, a Scripturally-Based Practical Study on Money”.  This workbook is easy to follow, and includes Christ-centered advice on life’s financial matters.   We will be offering this course on a quarterly basis throughout the year, and we envision this program serving as an outreach for our community.  If additional help is needed?  While the course “Becoming Money Wise” will serve many people’s needs, if additional help and/ or support are needed, on an individual basis, our Matthew Mentors can also provide this care, confidentially.  Each of our Mentors has signed a covenant with HCLC, and Concordia’s CFL, Inc. allowing them to serve with compassion, and providing hope for one’s financial future.  Also, if a participant is seeking continued professional financial counsel, a Matthew Mentor may offer their professional services outside of this program.

FOR OTHER CONGREGATIONS: Concordia Center for Financial Leadership, Inc. has mentored HCLC, and can also for your congregation.  For more information, please contact: Dale Wiza, Director of Development, at Hales Corners Lutheran Church, 414-529-6700, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , or Phil Meinzen at CFL 262-707-4493, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it