Saturday July 29, 2023 Update

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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Jonathan Trapp, preaching

The theme of the Day:

As Solomon prays for wisdom, we seek to more deeply know the treasures of faith In today’s gospel Jesus offers everyday images that reveal to us the reign of God: a tree that becomes a sheltering home, yeast that penetrates and expands, a treasured pearl, a net that gains a great catch. Even as we seek the riches of God’s reign, the great surprise is that God’s grace finds us first!

The new roof work on the Sims Atrium will begin Monday! If you plan to be at Redeemer during the week here are a few parking items to note:

The spots along the playground, immediately opposite the office doors will be reserved for equipment and materials starting July 28. Parking will be available in the lower lot.

The work will be 9 – 5

If the weather cooperates, the job should be finished by the following Friday, August 4, with the exception of the skylights which will be installed later as these are a custom order

Lutheran Community Food Ministry (LCFM) needs you!

We’re in search of volunteers to pick up and help with the sorting of food from our partner agencies Tuesday and Thursday (occasionally Sunday) mornings at 8 AM as well as sorting donated food that is delivered to us the 1st Thursday of the month More details to come! Please contact Stephanie at: stephanie.hart1987@icloud.com to get on the volunteer list.

Join us on SUNDAY, AUGUST 6th at 12:30PM in Rudisill HallORZOOM for a Master Planning presentation. Whether you are part of a Subject Area Group (SAG) or not, your input is important to us All of us together, have given Redeemer the vision, focus and commitment to thrive and grow We need the voices of everyone in our congregation to shape the next 100 years. We are excited to share what we have been working on during this process as we endeavor to be great stewards of our resources! Light refreshments will be served. Click HERE to view the most recent Master Planning Update.

YOUTH

Thank you to everyone in the congregation who supported our youth on their mission trips! July 9 - 14 was the date of our Middle School Mission Trip to Bayou La Batre, AL and June 11 – 17 was the date of our High School Mission Trip to Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Our Middle School Youth will share their faith stories during worship services on Sunday, August 6, and our High School Youth will share their faith stories during worship services on Sunday, August 13. Please join us for a Thank You Reception following each service to celebrate Redeemer's generosity!

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.

Youth Activity: TreeTop Quest (Save the Date)! Our Middle School Youth and High School Youth will head to TreeTop Quest in Dunwoody, GA on Saturday, August 19 Cost: $40 per person If your youth can attend, please let Hillary know by Saturday, August 12. We can figure out carpooling too. A great opportunity for our youth as we zip into a new school year!

Faith Formation

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.

Pastor Jenny Book Study - Will not meet on August 2

Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30 pm, beginning on June 7

Study of: Sacred Pathways: Discover Your Soul's Path to God

We are unified in Christ, yet we are diverse in our devotional disposition. If you have ever been frustrated that you can't pray like Peter or preach like Paul, or sit still in contemplation, perhaps you haven't found the devotional expression that speaks to your soul, or not yet. Join Pastor Jenny on zoom on Wednesday nights this summer to explore nine different sacred pathways to approach God. Zoom Link

Keystone Ministry Bible Study

Thursdays through August 17 | 3 – 4:00 PM | Rudisill Hall/Zoom

Dig deep into the Gospel of Matthew, chapter by chapter, as we explore theological and contextual themes. Join Bill Pegram and Pastor Jenny McLellan through this summer to study the Gospel of Matthew Sweet treats and coffee will be provided Bibles will be available, or you can bring your own preferred Bible.

Liberation Thoughts

Thursdays | 6 – 7:30 PM | Zoom

Pastor Ron will lead the discussion

Bethlehem Film Series concludes Sunday, August 6

Please join us to watch three films that address the ongoing struggle for human rights in the Middle East. Each show will take place at 10 AM in Rudisill Hall. As each film is an hour long, you may wish to attend the 9 AM service on these weeks

August 6 “ ‘Til Kingdom Come”

Investigating the political alliance between American evangelicals and Israel’s right-wing and their influence on US foreign policy

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

Groovin’ Down in Midtown Groovin’ Down in Midtown | August 10 | 5:00 –8:00 PM | Redeemer Green

Families, business people & neighbors are welcome to join us at our block party-style music fest. Grab dinner from one of the onsite food/beer trucks, relax on the grass, or take a chair provided or dance on our 4th street! Balloons, bubbles, and a photo board.

Music by the versatile SPAGHETTI JUNCTION | Rain date August 17

Sign-up to VOLUNTEER by scanning the QR code!!

Save the Date!

Choral Concert: Thursday, August 3 at 7:30 pm – Akademiska Kören (The Stockholm Academic Choir)

The Redeemer Concert series 2023-24 season begins early with this special choral concert. The ensemble, formed in 1931, performs regularly at the Royal Academy of Music and the Concert Hall of Stockholm and have toured Europe, North America, and Mexico. The choir has recorded for radio, film, and television. The AK has had several prominent conductors over the years and is currently led by Håkan Sun. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear them in Atlanta!

Donations to “Friends of Music” will be accepted at the door. A reception will follow the concert.

In addition to the concert at Redeemer, the Akademiska Kören is the guest chorus participating in the national convention of the American Union of Swedish Singers, August 2-5 in Atlanta The convention is sponsored by Vasa Drängar, Atlanta's Swedish men's choir. The last event of the convention will be the Festival of Swedish Singing on August 5th which includes all of the Swedish choruses from across the United States and the Akademiska Kören

Tickets to the Festival of Swedish Singing may be purchased through Eventbrite using the following link: https://www eventbrite com

Stephen Ministry Hears from Inspiritus August 5, 9 am on Zoom

Each month, Redeemer's Stephen Ministers meet for continuing education to ensure quality care. Join Stephen Ministry in August as they welcome Michelle Angalet and learn how compassionate Christian care can extend beyond Redeemer through our ministry partner, Inspiritus.

“From Surviving to Thriving – Learn how Inspiritus accompanies children, adults and families whose journeys have been interrupted by life’s many unsettling forces, and how faith communities can join us in this holy work

Since 2019, Michelle Angalet has served as Inspiritus’ Chief Operating Officer She is also a deacon in the ELCA Southeastern Synod.”

Please join the Diversity and Justice Ministry of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer On August 12th we are going to the Birmingham National Civil Rights Museum. The museum is located across the street from the 16th Avenue Baptist Church, which was the site where 4 young girls were killed in a malicious attack and the Kelly Ingram Park. The cost is $85 00 which includes bus transportation to and from Birmingham, admission to the museum, a light lunch, and refreshments. If you are able to attend, please contact Pastor Bonner at rbonner@redeemer.org or 4047189711 for more information.

Organ Concert Friday, September 8, 7:30 pm. SAVE THE DATE!

Celebrated performer Richard Elliott, Principal Tabernacle Organist at Temple Square, is a former assistant organist at the famous Wanamaker organ in Philadelphia He performs around the country and has recorded on numerous labels. This rare Atlanta concert will benefit the Raymond Martin Organ Fund at Redeemer for the preservation of the church’s 59-stop Létourneau pipe organ Tickets are $30 ($35 at the door) and are on sale now via the QR code or at this Link.