October 2022 Newsletter

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER

ATLANTA, GA

REFORMATION DAY CELEBRATION

Writer and Director of Congregational

for the ELCA

The Rev. Tim Brown joins us as a guest preacher at our 9 am and 11 am services.

Pastor Brown will also present a Special Adult Forum on "Our Lutheran Saints" at the 10 am learning hour.

Thank You Breakfast is served all morning in Zittrouer Hall.

Tony Morrison's Civil War Matriarch Baby Suggs

Taught by Dr. Jay Lutz

| 10AM|Rudisill/Zoom

In her novel Beloved (1987), Nobel Prize winning author Tony Morrison describes life for an African American community in Cincinnati, Ohio, before and after the Civil War in the 1850s and 1870s Cincinnati, situated on the Ohio River, is on the border between slave state Kentucky and free state Ohio. Baby Suggs, an important female leader of the community, has passed on by the time the novel opens in 1873, but through memory and flashbacks, she is present throughout the narrative This will allow us to consider the nature of her influence as, first, a "senior citizen" leader of the community and then her constant presence as a recent ancestor as the community deals with tragedy and conflict.

The study can lead to a fruitful discussion about aging through the lens of this fictional character drawn out of history and the role of departed ancestors in African and African American traditions We will also consider the career of Beah Richards, the actress who plays Baby Suggs in the 1998 Jonathan Demme film adaptation produced by Oprah Winfrey

Ms. Richards, who was nominated for an Oscar as Best Actress in a Supporting Role in 1967 for Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, was 78 when she created the role of Baby Suggs in the Oprah Winfrey film She passed away two years later in 2000 Baby Suggs plays a crucial role in the conclusion of the novel when she returns to life to encourage her granddaughter Denver to step out and leave her haunted home and seek help for her mother, Sethe, and Beloved.

Morrison believed that history was most effectively presented through fiction inspired by the past. We will allow the historical narrative of Beloved, its film adaptation, and the long career of Beah Richards to serve as a way to consider some of the roles played by society's oldest members and how that can speak to us about current concerns and conditions

Wednesdays at Redeemer

Early Bird Bible Study

4 pm | Reception | Reception / Zoom Link

Join David Ott as he leads a study and discussion of Jonah.

5:00 PM Dinner served

October 12th Taco Night

October 19th Arroz con Pollo (Rice with Chicken)

October 26th Chili Fest

November 2nd Hot Dogs with all the Fixings

6:00 PM Pastor's Class | Rudisill Hall & Zoom

The Making of the Bible

Join Pastor Mark on Wednesday nights as we explore the complex history of the formation of the Bible. Using the latest scholarly evidence, we'll follow the complex journey from the earliest fragments to sacred scripture.

6:00 PM Seraphim

6:00 PM Joyful Rhythm Ringers

6:15 PM Cherubim

7:00 PM Redeemer Ringers

7:30 PM Redeemer Choir

Worship at 7:00 PM

Contemplation with the Saints

Come join us at 7 PM in the sanctuary or online for a short contemplative service of songs, reflection, and prayer as we commemorate the apostles, martyrs, historical figures, and modern men and women who are the heroes of our faith and whose memorial days are set aside each week but often overlooked.

Family Events 2022

Monster Mash and Pipe Screams

Friday, October 28, 5:45 8:30 pm

Wear your favorite costume and join us for dinner, games, crafts, CANDY, and especially for the Pipe Screams concert a selection of spooky music on the organ presented by our talented organists that's fun for all ages! RSVP is not required bring a friend!

Goshen Valley Gift Drive

Month of November

One of the ways we walk alongside children in foster care is by helping Goshen Valley provide them with Christmas gifts. Each child gets to choose a few things they want for Christmas, and we get to make their Christmas wishes come through by using their Amazon list. It's an easy way to make a big difference for kids in our community! Watch for announcements about how to participate.

Stars, Angels, Shepherds, Kings!!

Rehearsals Oct 23, Nov 6, 13, 27 and December 3 Thechildren'sChristmasprogramisbackinperson!!Weareonceagain collaboratingwiththeRedeemerChildren'sMusicprogramtoengageall ourSundaySchoolkidsinthestoryofJesus'birth.Rehearsalswilloccur duringSundaySchoolonthedateslistedabove,withadressrehearsalthe daybefore ParticipantsmustberegisteredforSundaySchool,soifyou haven'tyet,registeratthislink.WatchyourCFMemailsformoredetails. Note:whileeveryonewillbeabletowatchinpersonoronLivestream,wedonot haveawayforremoteparticipantstobepartoftheperformancethisyear

Family Advent Celebration

December 4: 10 11 am

After the children's program in the sanctuary, there will brunch and Advent activities for the whole family in Sims Atrium. This is a great way to start the Christmas season grounded in faith and take home some tools to keep that focus throughout December.

MarkYourCalendar!

February 10 12: Family Retreat

March 25: Family Play Day (something fun with Redeemer friends!)

April 8: Family Easter Vigil and Egg Hunt

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:

Wearereturningtoourpre-pandemicpracticeofholdingBaptismFestivals.Thismeans certainSundaysaredesignatedforbaptisms,andtheremaybeseveralfamiliescelebratinga baptismatthesametime. Goingforward,ifyourfamilywouldliketorequestasingle-familybaptismafterworship,wewill offerthoseonacasebycasebasis.Pleaseask! PleaseinquireformoredetailsonhowschedulingworksandtogettheBaptismregistrationform.

Festival Dates

Sunday, January 1, 2023 - there will be one service at 10 am. Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the Family Easter Vigil Service, 11 am or the evening Easter Vigil Service at 7 pm Sunday, May 28, 2023 at either service

WhyBaptismFestivals?

Baptismisasacramentcelebratedinthecommunity.Whilewehavedoneseveralbaptismsafter aworshipserviceforsafetyreasonsduringthepandemic,thecongregationmustbepartofthe baptismliturgyasmuchaspossible. Groupingupbaptismsoncertaindaysallowsustouseaspecialliturgyfocusedonbaptismand trulyhighlightitasaspecialeventratherthanitbeingafootnotetoaservicewithadifferent focus.Also,it'sfun!It'sagreatwaytogettoknowotherfamilies,andyourchildwillgrowupwith friendsatRedeemerwhosharetheirbaptismanniversary-aspecialbondthatcanfollowthem throughoutlife.

In Christ, Deacon Mary Houck (she/her)

Director of Children and Family Ministries mhouck@redeemer.org 770 778

Animal Blessing

Pets are a sign of God's unconditional love to us! Join us as we celebrate and bless them. If your pet cannot attend in person, feel free to bring a photo or stuffed animal to represent them. Our October service will be Hybrid, though we will not use Zoom as usual since we will be outdoors. You can join worship in person in the parking lot behind the Mission House at Redeemer, or watch on Livestream by clicking on this link. Optional: you can also find more information on how to participate at this link.

CandyDrive!

We need your help to make some spooky fun for our families!

Please donate only from the list. Items will come directly to Redeemer and are appropriate for our kids.

Thank you for your generosity!!

Click on this link to order from our Amazon List

F R I D A Y , O C T O B E R 2 8 | 7 P M

All ages are invited to this free family-friendly concert of spooky music performed by organists Kira Garvie and Sarah Hawbecker. Costumes are encouraged! You can attend as part of Redeemer’s “Monster Mash” event or independently. The organ console will be out, and you will see and hear the organ differently than on a Sunday morning. Whether you’ve attended a hundred organ concerts, or this is your first one, it will be a howling good time!

REDEEMER YOUTH GRADES 6-12 YOUTH DIRECTOR: HILLARY NELSON HNELSON@REDEEMER.ORG FOR UPDATES

Middle School Parents Gathering

Our Middle School Parents gather hybrid on Sunday, October 16, from 10:00 am 10:45 am. This is fellowship based and a great time to connect with other Middle School Parents This meeting will help determine how often this group wants to meet

. Faith Formation Confirmation

Confirmation is an important step in the spiritual journey of our youth Confirmation will be meeting on the following days in October: October 2, October 16, October 23, and October 30. Confirmation will not be meeting on Sunday, October 9.

High School Sunday School

High School Sunday School will meet on the following days in October: October 2, October 16, October 23, and October 30. High School Sunday School will not be meeting on Sunday, October 9.

Middle School Youth Group

Our Middle School Youth will gather for Youth Group on Sunday, October 16 after 11 AM worship We will head to Doll’s Head Trail at Constitution Lakes Park in Atlanta Please RSVP to Hillary by Friday, October 14 for planning purposes.

High School Youth Group

Our High School Youth will gather for Youth Group on Sunday, October 23 after 11 AM worship. We will head to Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze for some fellowship time. Please RSVP to Hillary by Friday, October 21 for planning purposes.

The Kringles are coming!

Mark your calendars! Our Kringles Fundraiser starts Sunday, November 6

Coming Up for Redeemer Youth…

October 16 Middle School Parents Gathering

October 16 Middle School Youth Group

October 23 High School Youth Group

November 6 Kringles Fundraiser Begins!

updates and further information, contact

Young Adults@

Redeemer

Sunday Small Group

Sundays through December

10-10:45 | Katy's Corner

YA October

This fall, we will discuss the book Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God by Francis Chan, led by group member Robert Boyd. Reading in advance is not required. Join any week!

LunchTogether

Sunday, October 9 at 12:30 pm | Meet in Sims Atrium

This month, lunch will be provided (free to participants) in a room near the Sims Atrium. After lunch, you are encouraged (but not required) to stay and help hand out water at the Redeemer tent for the Pride Parade.

PrideParade

Sunday, October 9 from 1-4 pm | Meet in Sims Atrium

Historically, the young adult group at Redeemer has helped lead the way in making Redeemer a welcoming and affirming presence in Midtown. Join us as we proclaim God's love for all of God's children by sharing water with parade participants

PumpkinFeast

Friday, October 16 from 6-8 pm | Fireside Room

Join us in the Fireside Room on Friday, October 14 from 6 8 for one of fall’s simple pleasures carving pumpkins! We’ll have dinner, pumpkin carving, and a Pumpkin Spice treat-tasting BYOP(umpkin), but we will have a few extras Please RSVP at this link, to Deacon Mary, or to our Discord group so we can plan enough food and supplies.

We can't wait to get together with you in safe ways this fall!

If you want to get connected for updates and announcements about the Young Adult ministry at Redeemer, please speak to Pr. Jenny McLellan or Dn. Mary Houck.

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