We like to keep you updated with everything that’s going on here at Redeemer! So, each week we film a pastoral update video and send out our Redeemer Weekly email. We also share updates and exciting things going on throughout the week on our Facebook and Instagram pages. You can check out our calendar for a fuller schedule of events, but here on our RedeemerNOW page are the major things we think you should know about now!
1st Annual Celebration, June 2nd
In the past, we've had annual meetings in the evenings, but this year we want this time to be more than a meeting—it should be an opportunity to come together as one worshipping, missional community to celebrate all that the Lord is doing in our church. And so, we are so excited to announce that we'll be having our first Annual Celebration on Sunday, June 2nd!
We will start the day by worshipping with ALL of our services (English and international) together at 9am, then we will move into our annual meeting and celebrate what the Lord has done in the life of Redeemer. We’ll then enjoy a potluck lunch together and continue the celebration fun with bouncy houses, sweet treats, and more! (Childcare and children’s classes will be available during both the worship service and meeting).
This is going to be our largest internal event ever so plan on arriving early (as early as 8:30am) to park, check in yourself and your children, drop off your potluck dish, and settle in to worship!
There are more details in the link below and please register to help us make preparations for the day!
Rogation Procession & Feast, May 15th
Every year, the week before Pentecost we spend time in prayer for God to bless the work of our ministry (known as Rogation Days). Throughout this week leading up to Pentecost, let's be in prayer together for Church of the Redeemer to be empowered by the Holy Spirit in all of the work we are doing. We also want to invite you out to participate in our Rogation Processional around the property next Wednesday, May 15th at 6 p.m. We will say prayers of blessing around various areas of the property that represent all aspects of our church's ministry. Afterwards, we will have a potluck dinner in the Greenhouse (Chef's Choice! Please bring a large side, entree, or dessert to share).
Worship & Prayer Night, May 16th
Need some time to get away from the hurriedness of the week (or month) and sit in the presence of the Lord? Come and be refreshed at our next Worship & Prayer Night on Thursday, May 16th at 7 p.m. We’ll start the evening with a time of worship and reflection, and then we’ll move into a time of deep prayer. Members of our prayer team will also be available to pray with you.
Worship & Prayer Nights are held the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Redeemer to Rwanda Team Updates
Our first Redeemer to Rwanda team is on the ground in the land of a thousand hills. Let’s be in prayer for them as a team, that they would minister well to each other and everyone they encounter, that there would be grace when cultural differences arise, and that they would return home safely and with a wider view of God’s work in the world. You can keep up with how their days are spent and how God is moving in their midst on the team’s blog!
Hiring: Executive Assistant to the Dean
Are you passionate and gifted in administration and organization? Do you strive to create a welcoming and hospitable environment for those around you? If so, you could be our next Executive Assistant to the Dean! The Executive Assistant to the Dean serves as an extension of his ministry, represents his office, brings appropriate leadership to entrusted areas, participates in strategic planning, and works for the health of the church’s ministry, staff, and the Dean. To learn more about the position and apply, click the button below!
Join a Care Team: Handy Helpers & Mercy Meals
Our Care Team is recruiting people to help provide assistance to folks in need! Are you strong or handy with tools? Join Handy Helpers! Enjoy whipping things up in the kitchen? Sign up for the Mercy Meals team! We'd love to have you join to be the hands and feet of Jesus in this way!
Whenever a need arises, whether it’s for some physical assistance or a meal for someone who's sick or has welcomed a new baby, these teams will receive an email letting them know about the need, and whoever is available to help can respond (being a part of one of these teams doesn't mean you're signing up to help every time, it just let’s our pastoral care team know you’d like to be involved).
If you have any questions, please reach out to our pastoral care resident, Ana Howland.
Stage Renovations & Altar Furniture Fund
We are looking at doing some much needed updates to the front of the sanctuary for safety, beauty, and functionality. We are rebuilding the stage, and building a new pulpit and credence table. We expect the cost to be around $10,000-15,000. If you would like to contribute towards this to help meet this need, you can give online below or through cash or check (just be sure to designate the donation under “Stage Renovation”).