Lutheran Church of the Redeemer’s Statement of Welcome
We serve a God of abundant grace and generosity Our worship is centered on the invitation that Christ offers at the communion table: all are welcome in this place. That welcome flows through all we do and say We open our arms to everyone who comes to share our love of God and all God’s people. We affirm and value the lives of everyone, including all who have been marginalized by ability, age, gender, gender identity, mental or physical health, poverty, race, sexual orientation, or any other circumstance Let our message be clear: all are welcome to participate fully in the life of our congregation. Come Join Us Today!
Zoom Communion following postlude
Join us for Worship this Sunday| 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Mark H. Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day
Today’s gospel starts with disciples obsessing over who will be closest to Jesus, leading to Jesus teaching his followers about God’s take on importance and power Here Jesus makes it explicit that the reversal of values in God’s community is a direct challenge to the values of the dominant culture, where wielding power over others is what makes you great When we pray “ your kingdom come ” we are praying for an end to tyranny and oppression We pray this gathered around the cross, a sign of great shame transformed to be the sign of great honor and service.
Stewardship
As part of our annual Stewardship Drive, during the month of October, we will once again gather in small groups at church, in people’s homes, and in local gathering spots for fellowship, relationship building, prayer, and dreaming about the future of our congregation. Sign-ups for gatherings are in the Sims Atrium or use the link
Join us for Commitment Sunday on Reformation Sunday, October 27!
Rejoicing Spirits
It’s time to rejoice again!! This special worship service is designed to be accessible to people of all abilities- yes, that means you! We are all beloved children of God with strengths and weaknesses People with disabilities and their caregivers need the support of their faith community We all need to be reminded that whatever our abilities, we are enough. Come to be a friend and make some amazing new friends!
Meet in Rudisill Hall from 10:15 - 10:45 (before or after attending your usual service!)
New Members Class at 10 AM in the Reception Roomstarting Sunday
All those interested in learning more about Lutheran theology, the history of Redeemer, and joining Redeemer are invited to join Pr Ruth Hamilton and John Garrigan for a 6-week class. For more information or to RSVP, please email Pr. Mark at mlarson@redeemer org
Children and Family
Monster Mash and Pipe Screams
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 25 from 5:45-8 pm for some Halloween fun! We will start with carnival games outside (weather permitting), dinner in Sims Atrium (pizza), and then head to the sanctuary for the Pipe Screams concert. After the concert, we will go back outside for music, bubbles, and of course, CANDY! Costumes are encouraged for all ages but not required Dinner is free, though donations are appreciated. RSVP is not required. Bring a friend!
Stars! Angels! Shepherds! Kings! (and all royalty!) We are 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 Oct. 20, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, with a Dress Rehearsal on Saturday, December 7: 9:30-11:00 am. The performance will be Sunday, December 8: 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
Faith Formation classes
Confirmation at 9:45 AM
Fireside Room for 6-7th graders
2nd floor office for 8th graders
For more information, please contact Pastor Jonathan.
Faith Formation
“The Difficult Words of Jesus - Meanings and Contexts”
Sundays | 10 am | Room 121
Led by Ed Scherlacher with Don Noland
Inspired by Amy-Jill Levine’s book “The Difficult Words of Jesus,” this class will review sayings of Jesus that have been misinterpreted and used to marginalize “others" in history.
Be Still and Journey, Open to anyone interested
Led by Pat Cornwell | Sundays 10 AM | Room 119
“Shaped by the Word, The Power of Scripture in Spiritual Formation”by M. Robert Mulholland, Jr For those who hunger for a deeper relationship with God and often struggle with barriers that keep us from being able to meditate and listen to God.
Book Study with Pastor Jonathan
Tuesdays | 5 PM | Zoom
Join Pr Jonathan on Zoom as the group discusses 'The Kingdom, The Power, and The Glory' by Tim Alberta. Alberta is a practicing Christian and the son of an evangelical pastor, paints an expansive and profoundly troubling portrait of the American evangelical movement Through the eyes of televangelists and small-town preachers, celebrity revivalists and everyday churchgoers, Alberta tells the story of a faith cheapened by ephemeral fear, a promise corrupted by partisan subterfuge, and a reputation stained by perpetual scandal Reading is always encouraged but not required, your presence is enough!
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Led by David Ott & Don Noland | Tuesdays | 7 AM | Reception Room and Zoom
We are now studying 1 & 2 Samuel. Everyone is welcome either 1/ in person in the Reception Room with a full breakfast serving from 7 am, or 2/ via ZOOM link found on the Redeemer website each Tuesday Our study and discussion is from 7:30 - 8:30 am. Please join us any Tuesday morning!
Early Bird Bible Study led by David Ott
Wednesdays | 4 PM | Reception | Study on 1 and 2 Chronicles
Thursday afternoon Bible Study Thursdays | 3 – 4:00 PM | Reception/ Zoom
Faith and Civic Life Social Statement Study – through November 3
Led by Don Noland | Sunday | 10 am | Room 211
Next summer, the ELCA will vote on a new social statement, "Faith and Civic Life " You are invited to join Don Noland for a multi-week study of this statement and explore how it builds upon previous social statements. This is also an opportunity to submit feedback to the ELCA that may be considered for the final draft to be voted on next summer by the Churchwide Assembly Join us to learn, discuss, and contribute to this important process!