All Saints Sunday– November 3, 2024
The Order of Worship at 9:00 am
As always, we pray that worship at Redeemer is a blessing for you, even as your participation blesses us, whether we are gathering in the name of Christ in-person or online. As you are comfortable, we encourage you to sing the hymns and to sing or speak the congregational portions of the liturgy in bold type.
Please use the links available on the viewing page to let us know that you are worshiping with us, to submit any prayer requests, to let us know if you need help or are available to help a neighbor, and to continue giving financially to support the ongoing ministries of Redeemer.
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WELCOME and ANNOUNCEMENTS
Standing HYMN 422
For All the Saints Vs. 1, 2, 6, 7
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, our refuge, our delight, our beginning and our end. | Amen.
Let us come in truth before the one who loves us and has freed us from our sin.
Kneeling or seated
Eternal One, robed in majesty and mercy, we confess that sin has taken hold of us and we are complicit in its power. We are disturbed in spirit and our hearts cannot rest. Unbind us and set us free. Lead us again to the waters of rebirth, that we may live just and generous lives for the good of your world and the care of our neighbors, following in the servant way of Jesus. Amen.
These words are trustworthy and true: Christ bore our sins once, for all, on the cross, swallowing up death forever. For his sake, you are ☩ forgiven and God remembers your sin no more. Let your heart be glad again, and rejoice in your salvation. | Amen.
Standing PRAYER OF THE DAY
The Lord be with you. | And also with you.
Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. | Amen
Please use the Prayer Request link on the webpage to submit your requests.
Seated CHILDREN’S SERMON
Standing THE HOLY GOSPEL
John 11:32-44
Through the raising of Lazarus, Jesus offers the world a vision of the life to come, when death and weeping will be no more.
Before the reading: The Holy Gospel according... | Glory to you, O Lord.
When Mary came where Jesus was and saw him, she knelt at his feet and said to him, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who came with her also weeping, he was greatly disturbed in spirit and deeply moved. He said, “Where have you laid him?” They said to him, “Lord, come and see.” Jesus began to weep. So the Jews said, “See how he loved him!” But some of them said, “Could not he who opened the eyes of the blind man have kept this man from dying?”
Then Jesus, again greatly disturbed, came to the tomb. It was a cave, and a stone was lying against it. Jesus said, “Take away the stone.” Martha, the sister of the dead man, said to him, “Lord, already there is a stench because he has been dead four days.” Jesus said to her, “Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?” So they took away the stone. And Jesus looked upward and said, “Father, I thank you for having heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I have said this for the sake of the crowd standing here, so that they may believe that you sent me.” When he had said this, he cried with a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, his hands and feet bound with strips of cloth, and his face wrapped in a cloth. Jesus said to them, “Unbind him, and let him go.”
After the reading: The Gospel of the Lord. | Praise to You, O Christ.
Seated
SERMON
Standing HYMN 774
What a Fellowship
Pastor Mark H. Larson
Kneeling or seated PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
Each portion of the prayers concludes: Merciful God, | receive our prayer. At the conclusion of the prayers: Amen Rooted in God’s abundant love for the world, let us pray for our neighbors, the church, and all of creation.
O God of resurrection, you call us by name and raise us to life. Rouse your church from slumber. Where we have held back in fear or shame, unbind us. Embolden us in our proclamation of your good news, that all may know abundant life. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
O God of creation, you have founded your world on rivers and seas. Preserve fresh water sources and the creatures who call them home. Heal places of pollution and nourish places of drought. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
O God of the earth, you reign over all nations and peoples. Inspire us with wisdom and discernment as we elect legislators and leaders. May they govern with justice and uphold the dignity of all people. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
O God of heaven, you make your home among mortals. Come alongside those who weep this day. Befriend all who are lonely, encourage those in despair, and heal any who are suffering especially…
Abide with your faithful ones in love. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
O God who serves, you set before us a feast of rich food. Sustain our ministries of fellowship and hospitality. Strengthen the hands and hearts of all who prepare and serve food for our nourishment. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
O God, Alpha and Omega, we give thanks for your faithful ones who are now at peace with you. With all your saints, we praise you, for you have swallowed up death forever. Merciful God, receive our prayer.
We offer our prayers to you, gracious God, trusting in your boundless love for all that you have made, through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
Standing PEACE
The peace of Christ be with you always. | And also with you.
Please share a sign of blessing with your fellow worshipers in whatever way is comfortable for you.
Seated
GATHERING OF GIFTS
MUSIC by Redeemer Jazz Trio
Standing OFFERING PRAYER
Lord Jesus, our portion and our cup, you offered yourself in love for the world, and in this meal you nourish us with your life. Fill us with your abundance, that we may feed the hungry and welcome the stranger, trusting in your name. | Amen.
GREAT THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you. | And also with you. Lift up your hearts! | We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. | It is right to give our thanks and praise.
EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
Holy are you, and blessed is your Son, Jesus Christ. By his death and resurrection, he conquered death and opened to us the way of eternal life. Through him, you called us to be your holy people, to live by faith, to work in love, and to bear witness to your grace.
On the night he was betrayed, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take, eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this in remembrance of me."
When the supper was over, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Drink from this, all of you. This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this in remembrance of me."
Pour out your Holy Spirit on us gathered here, and on these gifts of bread and wine. Make them be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we, filled with your Spirit, may be renewed in our calling to live as your saints in this world.
Through your Son Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in your holy Church, all honor and glory is yours, Almighty God, now and forever. | Amen.
Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray…
LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Behold, God is making all things new. Take your place in the new creation. Seated
All who seek to meet the Risen Christ in the bread and wine are invited to receive Holy Communion. Those who are worshiping online can join the pastors on Zoom for communion following the postlude. Link
Standing
The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. | Amen
Let us pray. | Faithful God, you have spread before us a feast of rich food and drink
in the body and blood of your Son. Now send us out to labor with you, in service to the world you have made, and among the people you have made your home, in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
SENDING
God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.
LITANY OF REMEMBRANCE
Let us commend our departed sisters and brothers to the mercy of God, our maker and redeemer.
For the life of Joel Hutsell
For the life of Jeanne Merritt
For the life of Joe Bell
For the life of Mark Kuehnert
For the life of Pat Shannon
For the life of Dorothy Beasley
For the life of Sherry McHugh
For the life of Bud Presgrove
For the life of Charlie Hutsell
For the life of Barbara Howard
We thank you, Lord.
We thank you, Lord.
December 18, 2023
January 28, 2024
We thank you, Lord. March 4, 2024
We thank you, Lord. March 10, 2024
We thank you, Lord. March 26, 2024
We thank you, Lord. May 19, 2024
We thank you, Lord. June 5, 2024
We thank you, Lord. August 13, 2024
We thank you, Lord. August 29, 2024
We thank you, Lord.
September 21, 2024
When invited, you may speak aloud the name of loved ones you have lost.
For all the saints of God, whom we name aloud before you. |
We thank you, Lord.
Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servants. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, sheep of your own fold, lambs of your own flock, sinners of your own redeeming. Receive them into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light. | Amen.
BLESSING
The Ancient One, enthroned, the Crucified One, now risen, the Indwelling One, poured out, ☩ bless you now and forever. | Amen.
HYMN
O When the Saints Go Marching In
SENDING
Go in peace. Encourage one another in Christ. | Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE by Redeemer Jazz Trio
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LAST WEEK AT REDEEMER Attendance for October 27: In person: 287, online 192 NEXT WEEK AT REDEEMER Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost
The Council Nominating Committee would like to thank those of you who submitted names for consideration and to those of you who expressed an interest in serving Redeemer. This year’s Council nominees are: Erica Fletcher, Liz Kim, Frank Hull, Mike Bell, Hallie Dillon, Amy Talboy, Kevin Chunn, Mark Helsel. Ballots have been sent via Simply Voting (due November 10 by 12:30 PM) and hardcopies (due November 8 by 5:00 PM). Contact Robin Durdin, rdurdin@redeemer.org or 404.874.8664 x204 if you need assistance.
Created to Be...Generous
We are asking every family to return their pledge of support to Redeemer’s ministries through our website, email, or by returning your pledge card in the mail or in-person.
Printed stewardship materials have been mailed; hopefully, you have received your packet. If you have not, please note that an email was also sent on Thursday with the same information. A limited number of packets will be available at the Welcome Desk in the Sims Atrium.
It’s that time of the year – the Youth are selling Kringles for our major yearly fundraiser. We will be taking orders Nov. 3, 7, & 13. Price: $18 each, 3 for $47, (plus $3 processing for card payments). Orders will be available for pickup on Dec. 8 & 15.
Food Ministry needs your help! We have a Prayer Table with a prayer box for guests to submit their requests. This table also includes Bibles and notices from partner agencies about events for unhoused neighbors, along with devotional materials like small books and booklets for personal use. If you have any devotional items you no longer need, please drop them in the basket at the Welcome Center or on the table under the video monitor in the Sims Atrium. Your contributions can bless others!
New Members Class at 10 AM in the Reception Room
All those interested in learning more about Lutheran theology, the history of Redeemer, and joining Redeemer are invited to join Pr. Ruth Hamilton and John Garrigan for a 6-week class. For more information or to RSVP, please email Pr. Mark at mlarson@redeemer.org
YOUTH
Confirmation at 9:45 AM
Rudisill Hall for 6-7th graders
2nd floor office for 8th graders
For more information, please contact Pastor Jonathan.
Children’s Christmas Program
Stars! Angels! Shepherds! Kings! (and all royalty!) We are preparing again for our children’s Christmas Program this year with our favorite songs and costumes! This is a meaningful way for our kids to make the good news of this ancient and beautiful story fresh each year.
Rehearsals during Sunday School on Oct. 20, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, with a Dress
Rehearsal on Saturday, December 7: 9:30-11:00 am. The performance is Sunday, December 8: 10 am (9:30 'call time' for performers). Ages 2- 5th grade are welcome. To register, fill out the Sunday School form. If you have already registered for Sunday School, no additional registration is needed.
KEYSTONE MINISTRY
Wednesday, Nov 6 | 1- 2:30 PM, Redeemer Conference Room 2025 Medicare Update Seminar with Katy Weathers, Senior Health Solutions
Thursday, Nov 21 | 12:45 – 3 PM Rudisill Hall
Enjoy a film and snacks, “The Sting”
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
“The Difficult Words of Jesus” – Meanings and Contexts
Led by Ed Scherlacher with Don Noland | Sundays 10 AM | Room 121
Inspired by Amy-Jill Levine’s book “The Difficult Words of Jesus,” this class will review sayings of Jesus that have been misinterpreted and used to marginalize “others” in history.
Be Still and Journey, Open to anyone interested
Led by Pat Cornwell | Sundays 10 AM | Room 119
“Shaped by the Word, The Power of Scripture in Spiritual Formation” by M. Robert Mulholland, Jr. For those who hunger for a deeper relationship with God and often struggle with barriers that keep us from being able to meditate and listen to God
Faith and Civic Life Social Statement Study – through November 3
Led by Don Noland | Sunday | 10 am | Room 211
Next summer, the ELCA will vote on a new social statement, "Faith and Civic Life." You are invited to join Don Noland for a multi-week study of this statement and explore how it builds upon previous social statements. This is also an opportunity to submit feedback to the ELCA that may be considered for the final draft to be voted on next summer by the Churchwide Assembly. Join us to learn, discuss, and contribute to this important process!
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Led by David Ott & Don Noland | Tuesdays | 7 AM | Reception Room and Zoom
Currently studying 1st & 2nd Samuel. A full breakfast is served from 7 am
Book Study with Pastor Jonathan Tuesdays | 5 PM
Join Pr Jonathan on Zoom as the group discusses “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer Reading is always encouraged but not required, your presence is enough!
Early Bird Bible Study led by David Ott
Wednesdays | 4 PM | Reception room | Study on 1 and 2 Chronicles
Pastor’s Class led by Pastor Mark
Wednesdays | 6 PM | In-person and online
“Seeing Salvation” The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus has shaped Western art for nearly two thousand years. Not only were they beautiful to look at, these images reflected and shaped the faith of both artist and viewer. Join us as we trace the life of Christ in image and art and discover how the greatest story ever told also became the framework for some of the greatest art ever seen.
Beginning Monday, November 11th, the Thursday class will shift to Monday
Led by Bill Pegram | 1:30 PM | Reception Room/Zoom
THE SEEKERS, will continue digging deep into the Gospel of Matthew. Light refreshments served.
Hosted by Alisa Norvelle and Mary Peterson, members of the Southeastern Synod Advocacy team for Sumud: For Justice in Palestine and Israel
Join us to view and discuss the film: SEEING THROUGH THE WALL, Meeting Ourselves in Palestine and Israel Experience the story of members of a Jewish Congregation who accompany their Rabbi on a tour of Israel and Palestine. Many walls separate Palestinians and Israelis-walls of concrete, of mistrust, of ignorance, of fear.
Join us Sunday November 10th during the Sunday School hour for an informative event where we'll spill the beans on all the tips and tricks for saving for retirement and college. Hosted by Derek Peterson, courtesy of Thrivent Financial. Whether you're a seasoned saver or just starting out, there's something for everyone at this event. Learn from experts in the field and get ready to take control of your financial future.
• Get retirement savings on track.
• 6 tips for college savings.
• 3 secrets for balancing retirement and college savings.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to secure a comfortable retirement and a bright future for your kids' education.
Join Faithful Hands Ministry for the First Fall 2024 Hat and Scarf Challenge!
We're collecting hats and scarves for the Food Ministries' Holiday Meals this Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you can make a scarf, cowl, or hat, by Thanksgiving, great! If not, you have until Christmas to contribute. Knit or crochet as many as you like just ensure scarves are at least 60 inches long and use any pattern you enjoy. This is a wonderful way to support those who rely on our Food Ministry. Completed items can be dropped off in the Fall 2024 Challenge box in Room 119. Yarn is available in plastic containers in the same room. For questions or pattern ideas, contact Pat Cornwell at jpcorn90@gmail.com. Let’s revive this tradition.
HARVEST HOME CONCERT – NEW DATE AND TIME
Sunday, Nov 17 at 7 pm | Streamed Live at Redeemer.org & HarvestHomeConcert.org
The Harvest Home Concert is Redeemer’s musical celebration of Thanksgiving. This year we welcome the Midtown High School Mastery Treble Choir led by Kevin Hill, and soloists from Redeemer, Georgia State University, and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus. As a gift to the community, the concert is presented free of charge.
Calendar for November 3 – November 9, 2024
Visit https://www.redeemer.org/blog/this-week/ for Zoom Links Sunday, November 3, 2024
Event Time Location
Worship
J.O.Y. choir
HS Youth
6th /7th grade confirmation
8th grade confirmation
Understanding the Middle East
Pr. Jonathan Class
Difficult Words of Jesus
Be Still & Journey
Faith & Civic Life
New members class
Children’s Sunday School
Monday, November 4
Carillon Ringers
Tuesday, November 5
Morning Bible Study
Pr. Jonathan Book Study
Wednesday, November 6
Keystone Medicare Seminar
Early Birds Bible Study
Wednesday Night Dinner
Seraphim Choir
Pastors Class
Redeemer Ringers
Worship
Thursday, November 7
Tolkien Group
Friday, November 8
9:00 AM (Jazz) 11:00 AM
Organ & Choir
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
10:00 AM -10:45 AM
10:00 AM -10:45 AM
In-person/ On-Line
Room 211
Youth Lounge
Fireside Room 2nd floor office
Rudisill Hall
Conference Room Room 121 Room 119 Room 211
Reception Room Various Rooms
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Hinely Music Hall
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fireside Room Zoom
Conference Room
Reception/Zoom
Sims Atrium Room 204
Rudisill Hall/Zoom Room 202 Sanctuary
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Zoom
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Saturday, November 9
Barbara Howard Memorial 11:00 PM Sanctuary
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER
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The Rev. Mark H. Larson ...................................................................... Senior Pastor, ext. 201
The Rev. Dr. Jonathan Trapp .......................................... Pastor for Faith Formation, ext. 233
STAFF
Seth Brown ................................................................... Facilities and Media Director, ext. 218
Brandon Davis ................................................... Director of Operations and Finance, ext. 232
Robin Durdin Office Administration Director, ext. 204
David Hansen Adult Choral Director, ext. 236
Sarah Hawbecker Organist & Children’s Music Director, ext. 206
Deacon Mary Houck Children & Family Ministries Director, ext. 227
Nate Humpherys Youth Director, ext. 230
Larry Lowe Security Officer
Stacey Williams Head of Security