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Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am
Fourth Sunday in Lent
Pastor Mark H Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day: Baptism is sometimes called enlightenment. The gospel for this Sunday is the story of the man born blind healed by Christ “I was blind, now I see, ” declares the man. In baptism God opens our eyes to see the truth of who we are: God’s beloved children As David was anointed king of Israel, in baptism God anoints our head with oil, and calls us to bear witness to the light of Christ in our daily lives.
On Sunday visit the lenten display in the Sims atrium for a reflection question and to pick up your cross to follow Jesus. The olivewood crosses we are distributing are made by Palestinian Christian families from Beit Sahour City (City of the Shepherds, outside of Bethlehem).
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING | March 26, 2023
Meeting sessions to be held live following each Sunday worship service and also via Zoom at 10am
This meeting will serve as the Annual Meeting of the congregation. The purpose will be to vote on the approval of the 2022 Annual Report
Motion: The congregation of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer approves the 2022 Annual Report. Click Here to download A limited number of hard copies are available this Sunday
Council Members will be available Sunday, March 12, 19, & 26 following worship services in the Sims Atrium to discuss the annual report and 2023 council goals Please also feel free to reach out directly to any Council members with questions.
New Member Class Sunday | 10-10:45 am | Reception room
Take the next step in your faith by joining Redeemer's faith community. Through this 6-week class, you will get to know the people, ministries, and mission of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer as we get to know you and help you find where you belong.
CHILDREN & FAMILY Ministry
Children's Sunday School | 10:00 am
New students are welcome any week. You can register at this link; we accept registration at the door if you have not done it in advance Interested in volunteering with Sunday School? Speak to Deacon Mary about volunteer opportunities.
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
Family Easter Vigil and Celebration
Saturday, April 8 from 10- 12:30, join us for an Easter festival including live animals, face painting, a family photo booth, and more! Then go with us on a journey from the somber atmosphere of Holy Week to the joy of Easter in an Easter Vigil service specially designed for families. After the service, we will head back outside for an egg hunt The event kicks off at 10:00 am and ends at 12:30 pm In the case of inclement weather we will move indoors. No RSVP is required; don’t forget to invite a friend!
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
Easter Drive
Please help us celebrate Easter with Redeemer Families and welcome our neighbors and friends by donating individually wrapped candy or small Easter items. You can participate on our Amazon List (items will be sent directly to the church) or bring them to the Welcome Desk by Wednesday, March 22, and put them in the bin.
Greetings Redeemer
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 Ministry
8th Grade Chalice Usage
On Sunday, January 8, we started using the chalices made by our 8th graders at 9 AM worship Each 8th-grade Confirmation student had to answer, "What does Communion mean to you?" From 3/12-3/26, the chalice used was painted by Mady Kader This is Mady's interpretation: My chalice represents Communion. The breaking and eating of bread is Christ’s body broken for us The drinking of wine is to remind us of the blood He shed for our sins. We are symbolically intermingling Christ’s blood with our own Sharing a meal together as friends Making Him a part of us and us a part of Him.”
Fundraising, Pick Up Your Envelope!
This Summer, Redeemers High School Youth will embark on a mission trip to Puerto Rico with the YouthWorks Organization! Please visit the Youth table in Sims Atrium before and following Sunday worship service until April 9 Donations can also 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 designating for the "Puerto Rico Youth Trip." Thank you for your support!
Our Fundraiser will focus on who is attending and why they are attending this Mission Trip.
Fiona Peterson: "I am looking forward to going to Puerto Rico because of the chance it will give me to both connect with God's beautiful creation and meet new, wonderful people. I can't wait to form new friendships and learn about the culture of Puerto Rico and its people "
Jonathan Barr: “I am looking forward to Puerto Rico because the community to serve in a community where I get to see a difference is always very gratifying. While the time I get to spend with all my friends in our group will remind of how generous God is, I know that the chance to be in the community that I am serving will be even more enlightening as I see him work through us. I can’t wait to learn and grow not only as a person but as a whole group during this amazing opportunity to Arecibo ”
Confirmation Large Group Session-9:45 AM-10:15 AM in Fireside Room
High School Sunday School-9:45 AM-10:45 AM in Youth Lounge.
Youth Parents Lenten Group: 10:00 AM-10:45 AM in Room 103
Confirmation Small Group Sessions: 10:15 AM-10:45 AM
6th Grade Group: Library
7th Grade Boys: Fireside Room
7th Grade Girls: Kate’s Office
8th Grade Group: Pastor Mark’s Office
Our Middle School Youth will have their Middle School Youth Group on Sunday, March 19, after the 11 AM service. We will be doing a Scavenger Hunt at Redeemer. Lunch provided. Please let Hillary know if you can attend
Post-High School and College Youth Care Packages: On Sunday, April 16, we will make Care Packages for our post-high school, college & higher education students. Please send Hillary your student’s mailing address for a special mailing surprise by Sunday, April 9
ADULT Faith Formation
“Mary’s Voice in John’s Gospel” Class
Led by Edward Scherlacher
Sundays through April 2, 2023
10 am | Room 121 / Zoom
The writer of John’s Gospel weaves memories of “the beloved disciple;” and “Mary, the mother of Jesus.” Based on the research of scholar Michael Pakulak and other sources (ancient and new Participants will gain a richer understanding of the fourth gospel - while restoring the voice of the one called “Blessed among women. ”
The study brings evidence of the contributions of Mary, the mother of Jesus, to The Fourth Gospel John the Apostle purportedly had decades of post-resurrection interaction with Mary. Recent scholarship indicates that Mary’s voice, influence, and interpretation of her son ’ s life is a major basis of the Gospel of John.
Be Still and Journey
Led by Pat Cornwell
9:30 am | Room 119
A women's group that shares their lives of faith and discusses books and articles
Sundays | 10 am | Rudisill Hall
Come hear about the Bishop’s pilgrimage to Israel and Palestine attended by fourteen Redeemer members
March 26: Movie Screening and Discussion: The Present
Come view and discuss The Present, a short film about the Palestinian experience produced by a graduate of the Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem Movie Screening and Discussion
April 23: From Tiberias to Bethlehem
April 30: From Jerusalem to Petra
Week of March 20
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Tuesday | 7:30 am | Rudisill Hall / Link to Join
Bible Study returns on Tuesday mornings in Rudisill Hall and via ZOOM. A light breakfast will be available beginning at 7 a m and the study beginning at 7:30 a.m until 8:30 a.m.
Book Study with Pastor Jonathan
Tuesdays | 5:00 pm | Zoom
Study of 'The Warmth of Other Suns' by Isabel Wilkerson.
Wednesdays at Redeemer
Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM Adult meal, $6.00/person. Seniors (over 65) and children (12 and under), $5 00/person
Children and Youth MusicMinistries
Seraphim - 6 - 7 PM - Room 204
Cherubim - 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Room 203
Redeemer Ringers - 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Room 202
6:00 PM Pastor's Class | Rudisill Hall & Zoom
Join Pr Mark for a Lenten Book Study on Entering the Passion of Jesus
Places of the Passion Worship at 7 PM In-person and Livestream
Thursday Lectionary Study
Thursday | 5 PM | Zoom Link
Join Pastor Jonathan to discuss the worship texts for the upcoming week! The readings can be found at the following site: https://lectionary library vanderbilt edu/
Places of the Passion
Each Wednesday evening in Lent, join us at 7 PM (in person or online) for Places of the Passion. This special midweek worship series will follow in the footsteps of our Savior, contemplating the places where Jesus stood on his path to salvation. Pastor Larson will bring the message each week, including his personal reflections on meaning, history, and spiritual inspiration associated with each location he visited on his recent trip to the Holy Land.
March 22: The Courtyard
March 29: Pilate's Judgment Hall
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.
