The Call Committee for the Associate Minister for Congregational Care and the church council of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer are pleased to announce the hiring of Ms. Allison Lizdas as our Director of Congregational Care. Allison will begin her ministry at Redeemer on January 12, 2025, taking over the responsibilities of coordinating our care ministries, ministry with seniors, and membership engagement
Allison is in the process of being certified for ordination as a Minister of Word and Service (Deacon) early next year. Once she completes this process, a formal congregation vote will be announced to extend a call to Allison.
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with Allison’s story as we prepare to welcome her to our staff in 2025
WELCOME to REDEEMER!
Allison Lizdas and Family Director of Congregational Care
Southeastern SynodPrior to that, she served as Director of Lay Ministries at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection (LCR) in Marietta, GA She is an experienced organizer, administrator, and educator. Allison takes pride in her strong work ethic and excellent communication and interpersonal skills As the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, she believes everyone is a beloved child of God and deserves love and respect.
Allison has worked in a variety of volunteer roles, including helping to plan the Southeastern Synod’s Guatemala Gala, serving on congregational councils, teaching Sunday school, and leading small group ministry. Allison has also held leadership roles in the PTA of her children’s schools.
graduating in the spring of 2025 She is seeking ordination in Word and Service to become a Deacon in the ELCA
Allison graduated from Penn State with a degree in Accounting and received her Master’s in Education from the University of Hartford. Before having children, Allison taught middle school Allison has been married to Dan for 26 years, and together, they have two children and two rescue dogs Dan works in supply chain finance at Coca-Cola and has been with Coke for 22 years. Matteus graduated from Georgia State University in 2022 and is currently working at Chick-Fil-A Ellie graduated from Berry College in 2024 and is a Fullbright grantee currently teaching English in Spain. In her spare time, Allison loves to knit, read, and travel
The Friends of Music at Redeemer present
BORROMEO STRING QUARTET
ENSEMBLE-IN-RESIDENCE AT THE NEW ENGLAND CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Each visionary performance of the award-winning Borromeo String Quartet strengthens and deepens its reputation as one of the most important ensembles of our time. Admired and sought after for both its fresh interpretations of the classical music canon and its championing of works by 20th and 21st century composers, the ensemble has been hailed for its “edge-of-the- seat performances,” by the Boston Globe, which called it “simply the best.”
PROGRAM
Mozart Quartet in D, K 499, 'Hoffmeister' Iyer 'Dig the Say'
Schubert Quartet in D Minor, D. 810 'Death and the Maiden'
FRIDAY 7:30PM
Free admission and parking Reception following the concert
Baptism at Redeemer
Greetings! If you or someone you know is expecting a child or interested in baptism at Redeemer at any age, we would love to celebrate this special milestone with your family! We have several dates available. Here are some details:
At Redeemer, we hold Baptism Festivals, special Sundays designated for baptisms when several families may be celebrating a baptism at the same time. Please inquire for more details on how scheduling works and to get the Baptism registration form.
Upcoming Festival Dates
Sunday, February 16 at either service
Saturday, April 19, 2023 at the Family Easter Vigil Service, 11 am or the evening Easter Vigil Service at 7 pm
Meet in Sims Atrium following the late service (at about 12:15) to walk together. We will have lunch and catch up on life somewhere near Redeemer. No RSVP required.
Second Thursdays
Starting in January, we will meet on the Second Thursday of each month at 7 pm for fellowship together. Friends are welcome!!
January 9: Bonfire hosted by Dan and Alex at their home in Grant Park (ask Nate Humphereys for details) February 13: Sceptre Brewing Arts
Wednesdays at Redeemer
Beginning at 4:45 PM, we will offer a tasty, nutritious meal for you and your family. Dinner Service will conclude at 6:15 PM.
J O Y is an ensemble for Just Our Youth, grades 6-12 We’ll meet on Sunday mornings 9:00-9:30 am. Joining voices in fellowship and praise, you will make friends and memories while serving God, our congregation and community.
FAITH FORMATION
NEW CLASS
Starting this Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, THROUGH FEBRUARY 23
Led by Ed Scherlacher
Class Overview: “Jesus for Everyone” - based on Amy-Jill Levine’s book.
Learn of Jesus' historic and cultural influence makes him fascinating, provocative, and relevant for everyone, not only Christians.
Sundays through May 25, 2025
Redeemer Chapel
Mindful Meditation Practices
Led by Pastor Dorothea Lotze
Mindfulness meditations are an ancient spiritual practice. In our time together, we will integrate the Christian contemplative practice of heart prayer with the mindfulness practices of deep breathing, body relaxation, loving kindness, selfcompassion and compassion for others. Come and join our weekly practicing while strengthening our mental, emotional and spiritual health in difficult political and global times The meditation practices will be in English
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Lutheran Community Food Ministry (LCFM) is proud to announce release of its updated video (below). We thank all of our volunteers for making the Food Ministry Program a success. Please take a moment to view it here or at the LCFM website at www.redeemer.org.
Thank you, Redeem 65 in gift cards for the Advent A s Residential Program! These gi ovide craft and school supplies, and clothing. Also during Advent, Redeeming Grace took the Wellspring Living girls to a performance of “Black Nativity” – a “Gospel Christmas Musical Experience” at the Ferst Center for the Arts. This field trip was made possible by funding from Redeemer’s Community Engagement Ministry. Next for the Wellspring Living girls will be a performance of Alvin Ailey at the Fabulous Fox! Thank you for your contributions to Redeemer which make such experiences possible. Questions about Wellspring Living and Redeeming Grace? Contact Charissa Schultz or Amy Carpenter via Realm.
VOLUNTEER JOINUS!
This Lent, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer will be participating in the 2025 Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Lenten Build, and we need YOUR help! This year, we will be working alongside Kendra and three other Atlanta area churches to build a new home. By partnering with Atlanta Habitat, we become a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization, building quality, affordable homes while creating lasting opportunities for families to thrive far beyond the build.
SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 15TH THROUGH APRIL 5TH FROM 7:30AM – 3:30PM
No experience required — just a willing heart and hands ready to serve! Over the course of 7 Saturdays we will come together to build a home for Kendra and her daughter. We encourage all members of our congregation 16 and older to volunteer, no matter your skill level! It’s an incredible opportunity to serve our community, help a family, and live out our faith in action.
Let’s come together and make a meaningful difference.
Signups begin Jan. 5 in the Sims Atrium, online or by scanning the QR code. Contact Us David Barnes (David.R.Barnes@gmail.com) or Dana Norden (DNorden3@gmail.com) REGISTER HERE: https://vhub.at/redeemer
