Lutheran Church of the Redeemer’s Statement of Welcome
We serve a God of abundant grace and generosity Our worship is centered on the invitation that Christ offers at the communion table: all are welcome in this place. That welcome flows through all we do and say We open our arms to everyone who comes to share our love of God and all God’s people. We affirm and value the lives of everyone, including all who have been marginalized by ability, age, gender, gender identity, mental or physical health, poverty, race, sexual orientation, or any other circumstance Let our message be clear: all are welcome to participate fully in the life of our congregation.
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Zoom Communion following postlude
Join us for Worship this Sunday| 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Second Sunday of Christmas
Pastor Mark H Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day
Within the gospel reading’s profound words lies the simple message that God is revealed in a human person. Though we may try to understand how the Word existed with God from the beginning of time, the wonder we celebrate at Christmas is that the Word continues to dwell among us Christ comes among us in the gathered assembly, the scriptures, the waters of new birth, and the bread and the wine. Through these ordinary gifts we receive the fullness of God’s grace and truth
Rejoicing Spirits- January 26th
What better way to kick off the new year than with your Rejoicing Spirits friends! As much of our culture is pressuring us to ‘optimize’ our bodies and minds, let’s stop and celebrate what they can already do, and how we are already bringing our best to the people and world around us.
This special worship service is designed to be accessible to people of all abilities- yes, that means you! We are all beloved children of God with strengths and weaknesses People with disabilities and their caregivers need the support of their faith community. We all need to be reminded that whatever our abilities, we are enough Come to be a friend and make some amazing new friends! Meet in Rudisill Hall from 10:15 - 10:45 (before or after attending your usual service!)
Children and Family
Sing and Play Sunday
Children’s Sunday School resumes today with Sing and Play in the Fireside Room Next week, we return to our normal classrooms. Please see your Sunday School schedule, CFM emails, or contact Deacon Mary
with questions
Pool Party at GA Tech
The Redeemer CFM families are making a splash at the GA tech pool again this year. February 2nd from 1:30-3:30 we will enjoy fellowship together at the pool and remember our baptisms! No RSVP required.
Friends and neighbors welcome
Faith Formation
Led by Ed Scherlacher
“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 10 am | Chapel | through May 25
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, self-compassion 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
Young Adults
We’re having a winter bonfire Jan. 9 at 7:00 for a time of fellowship, recovery from the holidays, and looking forward into the new year! Invite friends or come make new ones! For location, contact Nate (nhumpherys@redeemer org)
Community
Wellspring Living Angel Tree! Thank you!
Thank you for your generosity! To date you have donated $2,165 in gift cards for the girls of Wellspring Living – children (ages 12 – 17) who have been trafficked and who are on a path of restoration These cards will be used for the girls’ school and craft supplies, meals, clothing, special outings, or for stocking the boutique where the girls can “shop” for special items as rewards for scholastic achievement
Questions? Contact Charissa Schultz or Amy Carpenter via Realm.
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Saturday, January 18th, 2025, the Redeemer community is invited to honor the legacy of Dr. King by learning about his life and engaging in service to our community Organized by the ELCA Southeastern Synod, all events that day will be hosted at St. John’s Lutheran Church (and Pr. Jennifer!). All ages and abilities welcome!
Contact Pr Jonathan Hemphill to register (jhemphill@elca-ses org)
11 am- 12 pm: Brunch and Learn
12 -1 pm: Service projects
2-3:30 pm: Festival worship
Friday, January 31, 2025 – 7:30 pm
Borromeo String Quartet in concert
The Friends of Music at Redeemer are thrilled to announce that the Redeemer Concert Series will present one of the premiere string quartets in the world – the Borromeo String Quartet. Invite a friend to this free
concert of music by the masters as well as living composers, performed in our beautiful space by stellar musicians. Following the concert, enjoy a reception in Sims Atrium.
For twenty-five years, the Borromeo String Quartet has been ensemble-in-residence at both the New England Conservatory and Taos School of Music, and quartet-in-residence at the Heifetz International Music Institute Their many honors include the 2007 Avery Fisher Career Grant; Lincoln Center's Martin E. Segal Award, and the Cleveland Quartet Award. With their “edge-of-the- seat performances,” the Boston Globe called the ensemble “simply the best ”
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Opportunity
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.
Join Us!
Over the course of 7 Saturdays, starting February 15th, 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
Questions?
Contact David Barnes (David.R.Barnes@gmail.com) or Dana Norden (DNorden3@gmail.com)
To Volunteer:
Dates: Saturdays, February 15th through April 5th from 7:30am – 3:30pm No experience required just a willing heart and hands ready to serve!
Let’s come together and make a meaningful difference in Kendra’s life and the lives of others. Sign up in the church atrium beginning January 5 or use the QR code below Registration closes 1 week prior to each build date and each volunteer must register themselves through our registration link.
https://vhub.at/redeemer
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