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Livestream
Zoom Communion following postlude
Children's Musical
Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am
Fourth Sunday of Easter Pastor Mark H. Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day: Sunday is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus is called the “gate” of the sheep in today’s gospel The risen Christ opens the way to abundant life. He anoints our heads with oil and guides us beside the still waters of our baptism Each Sunday he spreads a feast before us amid the world’s violence and war. We go forth to be signs of the resurrection and extend God’s tender care to all creation
Join us this Sunday, the Seraphim Choir will present a cantata based on the American folk tale, "The Tale of Three Trees" during the 9 am worship service in place of the sermon
Fifth Grade Faith Stepping Stone Blessing
Sunday our fifth graders will receive a blessing at the 11:00 service The Faith Stepping Stone program is one of the ways our faith community keeps the promises we make to children in baptism. These fifth graders have been growing, learning, worshiping, and contributing their gifts to this and other faith communities since they were baptized, and this is our chance to acknowledge and celebrate their growth and maturity. They started their 5th grade Faith Stepping Stone last fall with a lock-in where they learned about Spiritual Gifts, and now we will bless them and send them off to the next phase of faith formation: confirmation instruction which they will start in the fall.
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
Musicians Needed for Redeemer's Front Porch Summer Band
Redeemer’s Community Engagement ministry voted to organize a band for a summer concert series to bring attention to Redeemer; we are looking for musicians. Sally Rosser and Pastor Bonner are proposing that on select Friday evenings during the summer, the band would play from the front porch of Redeemer This is an evangelism effort to get people to notice our church and not just hurry by us on their way to work, home, or play For more details, contact Pastor Bonner at rbonner@redeemer org
YOUTH
Thank you all so much for donating and helping us raise funds for our High School Mission Trip to Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Thanks to your generosity, we reached our goal! Donations can continue to be made via the offering plate, online, or by leaving in Jennifer Isaacson's office or Hillary Nelson's mailbox. Please include a memo note desinating for the "Puerto Rico Youth Trip" Our High School Mission Trip will be June 11-17 Please stay tuned for updates on our experience
Thank you for your support!
Confirmation Small Group Sessions: 10:15 AM-10:45 AM in Various Rooms
8th Grade Chalice Usage
On Sunday, January 8, we started using the chalices made by our 8th graders at 9 AM worship Each 8thgrade Confirmation student had to answer, "What does Communion mean to you?" From 4/23-5/7, the chalice used was painted by Lars Peterson. This is Lars’ interpretation: “Communion means fellowship, and a time for everyone to get together No matter how great the divides between us, we can always sit down, and share a simple meal together. It is a reminder that there is good in everyone. ”
Parents Gatherings
Middle School Parents Gathering will be meeting on Sunday, April 16, and Sunday, May 21 High School Parents and College Parents Gathering will be meeting on Sunday, April 23, and Sunday, May 7
ELCA Youth Gathering Informational Interest Meeting
This Sunday after 11 AM Service or via Zoom at 6 PM On Sunday, there will be an informational interest meeting to talk about the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering which will be July 16-20, 2024 in New Orleans This meeting is for current 7th graders to current 11th graders. To find out more information about the ELCA Youth Gathering, you can go here. There will also be a Zoom session at 6 PM on Sunday, April 30 for those that can't make it in person.
Graduate Recognition Sunday On Sunday, May 7 graduates will receive a blessing during 11:00 worship, followed by a reception in Sims Atrium We congratulate graduates of all degrees and ages – high school, college, and even doctoral grads! Graduates should contact Hillary (hnelson@redeemer.org) no later than May 3 to be listed in the bulletin Congratulations graduates!
End-of-Year Youth Party
Sunday, May 7
Our Youth End of Year Party is happening on Sunday, May 7, from 12:30 -2:30 pm. We'll have food, games, and lots of fun! Take a break from studying and hang out! Please try to RSVP to Hillary by Sunday, April 30 for food ordering purposes. You can show up the day of, but we want to make sure we have enough food for everyone
Save the date-our Confirmation Service will be on Sunday, May 14 during the 11 AM service with a reception after.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Join Don Noland and Pr Jonathan for a six-week study of a proposed new social statement for the ELCA starting April 16th during our faith formation hour. This is your opportunity to let your voice and input be made to churchwide and to help create the statements that we present to the world.
The ELCA is developing a social statement on government, civic engagement, the relationship of church and state, and related matters, as called for by the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly The task force now offers a six-session study curriculum for use throughout our congregations. It provides a guide into the issues and invites participant feedback for the task force. For more information, click on this link: https://elca org/civicsandfaith
Sunday 10 am | Reception & Zoom
Come hear about the Bishop’s pilgrimage to Israel and Palestineattended by fourteen Redeemer members
April 30: From Jerusalem to Petra
FINAL WEEK of class: "Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts " Now that you know your spiritual gifts, how are you going to share the gifts that God has entrusted you with the church, your family, and your community? Missed the first class? No problem Take the spiritual gifts assessment before Sunday and join Pastor Jenny McLellan, Jeff Guthrie, and Alisa Norvelle This Sunday, April 30 at 10 am in room 121 and on zoom link
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,
Music and Arts Camp "Carnival of the Animals"
June 12-16
Registration is now open. Rising kindergarteners through 6th graders will experience music, art, and drama, all based on this year ’ s animal theme! The camp is from 9:00 am-4:00 pm, with free before and after care Tuition for the week is $165 and includes all activities, snacks, and a T-shirt. Sibling discounts apply, and need-based financial scholarships are available All are welcome, so tell your friends and neighbors. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Sarah Hawbecker at 404-874-8664, ext 206, or shawbecker@redeemer org Follow the camp and share our posts on Facebook at facebook.com/RedeemerMusicCamp/
Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) – News
Thank you to all of you who supported the MAC coat drive in Dec and Jan It was a huge success We had to take items to the MAC offices three times. Once was right before Christmas when they were running very low on coats especially for children, which you had donated. Next month will be a big month for Redeemer and MAC with the annual food drive and MAC 5K in May. More to come about the food drive a little later.
Attention Runners and Walkers - Please join the Redeemer
Team Katy at the Midtown Race for MAC, Saturday May 13 at 8:30 am in Piedmont Park and support the Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) in its work to prevent homelessness and hunger in our community. The team is in memory of Katy Hurley, Redeemer’s MAC representative before she passed away from breast cancer.
You can learn more about MAC at http://midtownassistancecenter.org/. Sign up for the 5K here: https://www active com/atlanta-ga/running/distance-running-races/9thannual-midtown-race-for-mac-5k-run-walk-2023 Be sure to join Redeemer Team Katy!
Please contact me for more information.
Richard Mauney
Redeemer’s MAC Board Representative
RichardEMauney@gmail com
404-775-3359
