We had a wonderful Commitment Sunday celebration on Reformation and an excellent response to our stewardship appeal, "Let the Vineyards be Fruitful." If you have not pledged yet, you can submit your pledge of support in a number of ways: Mail the commitment card you received in the mail back to the church. Deposit your commitment card in the offering plate on Sunday. Go to the Giving Page on our website. Email your pledge directly to our Financial Secretary with your pledge amount by the week, month, or year. If you did not receive a Commitment Packet, please let us know. Link to 2024 Brochure
Link to: submit prayer requests Livestream Zoom Communion following postlude
Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Mark H. Larson, preaching The theme of the Day: Today the prophet Amos calls for justice to roll down like waters. Paul urges us to encourage one another with the promised coming of the Lord. Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids. Surrounded by the faithful of every time and place, we celebrate Christ’s coming in our midst in the word of life and the feast of victory—the marriage feast of the lamb.
Congregational Notice Official Notice of Congregational Meeting CONGREGATIONAL MEETING: December 10, 2023, following both worship services Zoom links enabling remote attendance will be sent to members on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Purposes of this meeting: Congregational approval of amendments to the Redeemer constitution approved and recommended by the Congregation Council Congregational approval of Redeemer's budget for 2024
-------------------------------------------------Recommended Constitutional Changes. The Congregational Council, at the recommendation of the Constitution and CR Committee, has passed a resolution to propose changes to the Redeemer (ELCR) Constitution. These changes include new language and clarifications to ensure Redeemer’s constitutional language is consistent with changes passed by the ELCA in 2022 in the “model” constitution for ELCA congregations. In addition, the Congregation Council is recommending changes to clarify the comprehensiveness of the annual budget. A list of the recommended changes can be seen in this document[Link]
The full recommended changes can be seen in this document [Link] Approval of these amendments requires a majority vote of the voting members attending and voting at the meeting. The ELCA changes will become effective upon approval at this congregation meeting. The amendment proposed by the Redeemer Congregation Council (C12.05.c) will require a ratification vote (2/3 majority) at the congregation's Annual Meeting in March 2024.
Comments or questions about the amendments can be sent to C&CR Committee chairs Dawn Adamson (djadamson82@icloud.com) or Ed Kuehn ( edkuehn@mindspring.com).
Congregational Budget for 2024. Please also join us following the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Worship Services on Sunday, Nov. 19th, 26th, or Dec. 3rd for Listening Posts to discuss the 2024 Proposed Budget. Members of the Church Council, the Finance Team and the Church Staff will be on hand to review the document and answer questions. You can attend in person in Rudisill Hall or feel free to join the conversation online via Zoom. The Zoom link can be found in your Saturday, Nov 18th update email from Redeemer.
Council elections END this Sunday at 12:30 pm. This year’s Council nominees are: Pat Cornwell, Jeff Elkins, Terry Longstreth, Whitney Ludvigsen, Joel May, Karin Mayo, John Pearson, David Pendered, Janet Preston, and Anne Ridenhour. Ballots were sent via Simply Voting on October 22. Contact Robin Durdin, rdurdin@redeemer.org if you need assistance.
Giving Trees Angel Tree for the Girls of Wellspring Living Sims Atrium Today through December 10 Redeemer members will have the opportunity to shop for the girls of Wellspring Living – children (ages 12 – 17) who have been sexually trafficked and who are on a path a of restoration. On each ornament is a suggested gift card. Gift cards in any amount 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. Write the value on your gift cards and place them in the box by the tree. Questions? Contact Amy Carpenter at acarpen113@comcast.net Goshen Valley Gift Drive Sims Atrium today through December 10 Help us create a Merry Christmas for the girls and boys living under Goshen Valley’s care. You can donate items in two ways: · donate gifts using the Amazon list, which will ship items directly to Goshen Valley · donate household items using tags on the giving tree in Sims Atrium and bring the items to church with you. This drive is hosted by the Children and Family Ministries Team. Speak to Dn. Mary with questions.
Inspiritus Hope Tree Sims Atrium Beginning November 15. The weather is turning cold and purchasing a coat for every person in a family is a large expense. We are trying to gather coats for every client who has arrived this year. If you are able to donate even one coat, it would make a huge impact on a family of 9 or 11 who are looking at needing hundreds of dollars in warm clothing. Tags with names, gender, age and size can be found on our Hope Tree. If you prefer to make a monetary donation to the Hope Tree Christmas fund, we will use the funds to purchase the winter coats needed.
Children & Family Children’s Christmas Program Stars! Angels! Shepherds! Kings! (and Queens!) We preparing again for our children’s Christmas Program this year with our favorite songs and costumes! This is a meaningful way for our kids to make the good news of this ancient and beautiful story fresh each year. Rehearsals will be during Sunday School on November 5, November 12, and November 26, with a required Dress Rehearsal on Saturday, December 2: 9:30-11:00 am. The performance will be on Sunday, December 3: 10 am (9:30 'call time' for performers). Ages 2- 5th grade are welcome. To register, fill out the Sunday School form. If you have already registered for Sunday School, no additional registration is needed.
Youth Kringles Help support our youth to attend the ELCA Youth Gathering 2024 in New Orleans. This opportunity only comes every three years, and we have not been able to attend since 2018 due to COVID. Thanks for supporting our youth! Link to support Youth Christmas Party will be Sunday, December 3. Enjoy some pre-hangout time before lunch followed by games and lots of fun as we celebrate the holiday season together! Please RSVP by Sunday, November 26 for planning purposes. J.O.Y. Choir J.O.Y is an ensemble for Just Our Youth, grades 6-12. We meet on Sunday mornings 9:00-9:30 am. Joining voices in fellowship and praise, you will make friends and memories while serving God, our congregation and community. Register here
Young Adults Young Adult Retreat November 17-18, the Redeemer Young Adults will gather at the Holy Trinity House at Lutheranch for fun, fellowship, and to explore faith together. We'll prepare simple meals together, enjoy the beautiful grounds at Lutheranch, and have opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding. The retreat will be begin Friday evening and end Saturday afternoon, so you will still have half your weekend free.Register at this link.
Sunday Morning Faith Formation God's Voice in Music, Harmony, and Tonality explores the spiritual connection between music and divine communication. Led by Ed Scherlacher 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | Room 121 & Zoom 9/10/23 - 12/17/23 Weekly Class
Be Still and Journey A women's group led by Pat Cornwell shares their lives of faith and is currently discussing "The Heart of Christianity" by Marcus Borg 9:45 gather | Room 119
Conversation Study | Conference room Pr Jonathan's class uses the book by Brian McLaren called ‘We Make the Road by Walking’ which offers the opportunity each week to look at a scripture reading and using reflection present an introduction/reorientation to the Christian Faith. Please note that there is NO reading required to participate, nor is this
a book study. It’s simply an opportunity to gather and grow together.
Special Adult forum on Sunday, December 10 Guest speaker, Rev. Dr. Mae Elise Cannon "Crisis in the Middle East" 10 am | Rudisill Hall Rev. Dr. Mae Elise Cannon will share about the work of Churches for Middle East Peace.
Faith Formation Tuesday morning Bible Study led by David Ott 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Reception Room/ Zoom All are invited! Tuesdays | 5 PM | Zoom Led by Pastor Jonathan Study of A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn
Thursday afternoon Bible Study Thursdays | 3 – 4:00 PM | Reception Room/ Zoom Dig deep into the Gospel of Matthew, chapter by chapter, as we explore theological and contextual themes. Sweet treats and coffee will be provided. Bibles will be available, or you can bring your own preferred Bible.
Wednesdays at Redeemer Wednesdays at Redeemer Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM. Early Bird Bible Study led by David Ott Wednesdays | 4 PM | Reception Study of Exodus Children and Youth Music Ministries
Seraphim Choir | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Room 204 Redeemer Ringers | 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Room 202 Pastor’s Class led by Pastor Mark Wednesdays | 6 PM Reading the Gospel of John Through Palestinian Eyes Christians from diverse cultural, religious, and political contexts have been studying the Gospel of John for almost two thousand years. Rev Yohanna Katanacho invites us to encounter the text anew, this time from the perspective of a twenty-first century Palestinian Christian. Challenging the claim that Christ belongs to a particular denomination, nation, or race, Katanacho presents the Gospel of John as introducing a new world order defined not by race or nationality, but by suffering and love. Worship – Let the Vineyard Be Fruitful, Lord | 7 pm Harvesting Stories of Generosity Join us in person or online at 7 pm for Midweek Worship every Wednesday in October to hear responses to the Sunday Stewardship question as Pastor Mark interviews a member of the congregation. Receive Holy Communion, join your voice with ours in congregational singing, and hear stories of generosity in our midst.
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Blessing Bead Bracelet Making Tuesday Nov. 14th 1-3 pm, Rudisill Hall Learn about the symbolism behind semi-precious stones and make your own blessing bracelet for yourself or to give away. No registration required Keystone Ministry Listening Session Monday Nov. 20 th 10-11:30 Rudisill Hall We want to hear from YOU! Join us for a conversation to hear from senior members of Redeemer and Lutheran Towers residents as we continue to build up full lives of faith with older adults next year. Register Today: Keystone Christmas Celebration Thursday Dec. 7th 11:30-2 pm Sanctuary and Sims Atrium Celebrate Christmas with one another with a brief worship service with communion and a message from Pastor Jenny McLellan followed by a catered lunch. Register here or call the church 404-874-8664. Let us know if you need transportation.
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Harvest Home Concert Saturday, Nov 18 | 7 pm The Harvest Home Concert is Redeemer’s musical celebration of Thanksgiving, a quintessentially American holiday, a celebration that crosses all barriers. The diverse music of the concert is designed to appeal to a broad audience, including those who might not attend a church service. As a gift to the community, the concert is presented free of charge. This 17th concert will be streamed live at Redeemer.org and HarvestHomeConcert.org during and can be viewed after the concert. A dessert reception will follow the concert.
Join us on Sunday, November 19th, as we celebrate Lutheran Towers again this year. Connected via a bridge over Juniper St., Lutheran Towers has provided not just a roof over our 200+ seniors' heads but a warm and nurturing environment that fosters a sense of belonging and well-being for over fifty years. As we reflect on the past year and what we want to accomplish in the future, there is still much work to be done. Our seniors rely on your generosity for many daily services. Your donations have directly impacted our residents through ten different food programs, including the first-ever free grocery store in our building, social and recreational activities, and transportation to help our residents access vital services and maintain their independence.
Christmas Program- You’re Invited! Our Children's Christmas Program is back! This year it will be held on Sunday, December 3rd at 10 am in the sanctuary. After the program, there is brunch in the Sims Atrium for the whole congregation and Advent activities for kids and their families. Please plan to attend the program and support our kids as they tell this ancient and beautiful story in their own way.
December 10th Bethlehem Village and Live Nativity (BVLN) on The Redeemer Green
Please consider playing a part in this outreach gift to Atlanta on December 10th (rain date Dec 17th). Visit the Bethlehem Village Table, in the Sims Atrium for information and to volunteer in any capacity. Questions anytime: contact Don Noland (dfnoland@gmail.com), Janet Preston (janethaury@gmail.com), or Terry Longstreth (terrylongstreth@mindspring.com)
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