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this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am
Day of Pentecost
Pastor Jonathan Trapp, preachingThe theme of the Day: Pentecost derives its name from the Jewish festival celebrating the harvest and the giving of the law on Mount Sinai fifty days after Passover. Fifty days after Easter, we celebrate the Holy Spirit as God’s presence within and among us In Acts the Spirit arrives in rushing wind and flame, bringing God’s presence to all people. Paul reminds us that though we each have different capacities, we are unified in the Spirit that equips us with these gifts. Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit on his disciples, empowering them to forgive sin We celebrate that we too are given the breath of the Holy Spirit and sent out to proclaim God’s redeeming love to all the world
Sunday, May 28, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Redeemer will recognize Mental Health Awareness Month
Stop by the Wellness Ministry Table to share your story, find resources, and receive encouragement
Resources:
Georgia: NAMI Georgia non-crisis HelpLine 770-408-0625 or helpline@namiga org General: National Alliance on Mental Illness www.nami.org BIPOC and LGBTQ Inclusive Therapist Directory
https://www inclusivetherapists com/ Disasters and Traumatic Events (SAMSHA) www samhsa gov
Children and Youth: Child Mind Institute www.childmind.org Veterans www.ptsd.va.gov
If you are in crisis, call or text 988
YOUTH
Come hang in the Youth Lounge all summer!
The Youth Lounge will be open all summer for Middle School Youth and High School Youth to hang out in from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM from May 28 to July 30
Announcements
Tuesdays | 5 PM | Zoom
You are invited to join Pr Jonathan as we read and discuss 'Killers of the Dream' by Lillian Smith. From the publisher: A Southern white writer, educator, and activist, Lillian Smith (1897–1966) spoke out all her life against injustice. In Killers of the Dream (1949), her most influential book, she draws on memories of her childhood to describe the psychological and moral cost of the powerful, contradictory rules about sin, sex, and segregation the intricate system of taboos that undergirded Southern society
VBS Needs You!
June 5-9 here at Redeemer our kids will gather for Changemakers Lab, an interactive Vacation Bible School where children learn that everyone can make a difference in the world! WE NEED YOUR HELP this year as we return to a more ‘normal’ version of this powerful faith formation program. Whether you can help now or during the actual event, whether you want to be on stage or behind the scenes or just want to help us shop for supplies, everyone has something they can offer to make VBS a success! Please speak to Deacon Mary if you have questions, or fill out this form if you are ready to sign up Ages 6thgrade to adult are eligible to volunteer.
MAC Food Drive
First a big thank you to all who supported the MAC 5K last Saturday. Redeemer tied with All Saints for most participants with 16 people who signed up for the race. The MAC Food Drive for Redeemer is well underway May is when the need really increases since families with school getting out Children are not receiving free meals at school and that can put increased burdens on already tight budgets. There are two bins on opposite sides of the Sims Atrium where food can be dropped off and then taken to MAC There will be flyers in the Sims Atrium beside the bins. Redeemer has always been very generous in their giving to our neighbors in need and the need is even greater due to the increasing cost of living If you have any questions about the food drive. Please feel free to contact Richard Mauney at 404-775-3359 or richardemauney@gmail.com. Any support you can provide to MAC would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Calling All Letter writers!
Do you like sending mail? We are gathering a team to send cards and letters to Redeemer kids while they attend Lutheran camps this summer. Please contact Deacon Mary to sign up. We will give you the details you need to write messages of support and encouragement You will turn in mail to Deacon Mary and she will make sure it gets to the right camper at the right time. Help us fulfill the promises we made as a congregation to these kids in baptism that we would surround them with the love and support of their faith community!
Congregational Care
At-Home Pastoral Visit
If you or a loved one would like to receive a pastoral visit with communion at your home or residence, please contact Pastor Jenny McLellan at 404-874-8664 ext 224 or jmclellan@redeemer org
Congregational Care
Save the Date: Sunday June 4 th Monthly Mental Health Screening
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression or another mental illness? Are you unsure? Take an online mental health screening with the Redeemer Wellness Team on the first Sunday of each month, or follow this link to take one on your own at any time Mental Health Ministry 5 minute Survey
Please take five minutes to take this survey to help the Wellness Ministry hear the needs of our congregation and community
Camp Registrations
Vacation Bible School Registration is Open!
Join us June 5-9 here at Redeemer for Changemakers Lab, an interactive Vacation Bible School where children learn that everyone can make a difference in the world! VBS is 9-12:30 each day, including time for participants to eat lunch. We are excited to offer Before (8-9 am) and after (12:30-6 pm) care options again this year for families who need a full day of child care. Find more details and register at this link, or speak to Deacon Mary Parents, we will need your help! We will work with you to find a role that fits your interests and availability. To register a youth (6th grade and up) or adult as a volunteer, please use this form
