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Backpack Blessing this Sunday
Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Mark H. Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day: Elijah finds the presence of God not in earthquake, wind, or fire, but in the sound of sheer silence. When the disciples face a great storm on the sea, they cry out with fear. Jesus says: “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Amid the storms of life, we gather to seek the calm presence of Christ that soothes our fears. In comforting words of scripture and in the refreshing bread and cup of the eucharist, God grants us peace and sends us forth to be a sign of God’s presence to others.
Please join us in worship at either service for a blessing of the backpacks! We welcome students of all ages, teachers, and other school staff to receive a blessing as they embark on another school year. (Having a literal backpack with you is fun but not required; all worshippers can feel free to take a backpack blessing tag to students you know and love) All are welcome!
Rejoicing Spirits is Back!
Join us Sunday in Rudisill Hall from 10:15-10:45 today to worship and rejoice together! Rejoicing Spirits is a worship service for people of all abilities. It’s a space where those with various abilities are affirmed as participants and leaders, and everyone comes away with a better appreciation of each other’s gifts and contributions RS is meant to add to your worship experience and can be combined with other worship services you attend Sunday.
CHILDREN & FAMILY
Sunday School Registration is Open!!
We are very excited about starting our ‘normalest’ year of SS yet since the pandemic! Sunday school will be in-person, in classrooms this year. We kick things off with Sing and Play on August 27, and our first day in classrooms will be September 10. You can register at this link, or speak to Deacon Mary with any questions. Sunday School is for ages 2- 5th grade. Interested in volunteering with Sunday School? Speak to Deacon Mary about volunteer opportunities
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 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!
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!
Our Middle School Parents will be meeting on Sunday, August 13 from 10:00 AM-10:45 AM in the Library. A great opportunity to get together and catch up with parents after summer time! If you have
any questions, please contact Karen Cramer
Our Middle School and High School Youthare invited to come join us on Sunday, August 27 from 10:00 AM-10:45 AM as we celebrate the end of summer with some fun and bonding activities. Our High School Youth will be in the Youth Lounge and our Middle School Youth will be in Rudisill Hall. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Middle School Confirmation Retreat
Confirmation students (grades 6-8) are invited to attend our Fall Confirmation Retreat occurring Friday, September 22 to Sunday, September 24 at Lutheranch Retreat Center in Tallapoosa, GA Our theme will be “Worship Retreat ” We will do worship, team building activities, fellowship time, and more! Please contact Hillary (hnelson@redeemer.org) for any questions and to get signed up.
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 - Last session will be on August 16th to wrap up the book
Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30 pm
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
Save the Date!
Redeemer’s Fall Kick Off on Sunday, August 20th Growing Faithful, Serving Boldly. Find out more about fall classes, retreats, and events, and sign up for opportunities to serve. It'll be a great day to bring a friend to Redeemer so they may know what Redeemer is doing this fall!
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.
"Join the fun in Augusta to "Be Uplifted...It's Good for the Soul" ! Register today for September 1517,2023, to attend the Lutheran Women's Annual Convention. Don't miss this great opportunity to other SE Synod Lutheran Women working toward building faithful futures for today's families and those in need Contact Redeemer Member and SE Synod WELCA Treasurer, Diana Palma, anytime for more information on registration at palmadbmax@gmail com "
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