LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER
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Spring Worship Retreat 2025
The Worship Ministry Team held its spring worship retreat on the afternoon of May 18 with a visit to the exhibit titled Singing the Sacred at the Pitts Theology Library at Emory’s Candler School of Theology. The exhibit showcases Southern songbooks and hymnals published between 1850 and 1925, representing the diverse vocal music making of the era, including shape-note singing. A tour of the exhibit was led by a leading researcher and curator of this material at Emory, Dr. Jesse Karlsberg. We covered the ways in which these materials were published and used by various churches, singing schools, singing societies, and other groups. It was a fascinating afternoon, and our group was most appreciative that Emory was willing to open the exhibit just for us while the library was closed between semesters.
Coming attraction: Dr. Bo Manly Adams, the director of the Pitts Library, also offered additional information about the library’s collections, particularly the extensive Reformation and Martin Luther-related materials the library holds. This collection was begun by Richard and Martha Kessler, former members of Redeemer. Stay tuned for fall publicity on the Pitts Library’s Reformation Symposium, a daylong event held during the last week of October every year. Date and details to be announced!
Baptism at Redeemer
Greetings! If you or someone you know is expecting a child or interested in baptism at Redeemer at any age, we would love to celebrate this special milestone with your family! We have several dates available. Here are some details:
At Redeemer, we hold Baptism Festivals, special Sundays designated for baptisms when several families may be celebrating a baptism at the same time. Please inquire for more details on how scheduling works and to get the Baptism registration form.
Upcoming Festival Dates
Sunday, July 13 at either service
Sunday, August 31 at either service
Sunday, October 12 at either service
Sunday, December 28 - one service at 10 am
WhyBaptismFestivals?
Baptismisasacramentcelebratedincommunity.Groupingupbaptismsoncertain daysallowsustouseaspecialliturgyfocusedonbaptismandtrulyhighlightitasa specialevent,ratherthanitbeingafootnotetoaservicewithadifferentfocus. Also,it'sfun!It'sagreatwaytogettoknowotherfamilies,andyourchildwillgrowup withfriendsatRedeemerwhosharetheirbaptismanniversary-aspecialbondthatcan followthemthroughoutlife.
In Christ, Deacon Mary Houck (she/her) Director of Children and Family Ministries mhouck@redeemer.org 770-778-7085
CHILDREN AND FAMILY MINISTRY
InviteaFriend!
Everyoneis Welcome
Save the Date! AScholarships
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Camp in the City (Day Camp at neighboring ELCA church) June 8-13
Redeemer Week at Lutheridge (Arden, NC) June 22-27, first- 5th grades
TopGolf Hangout July 20, 1:30-3:30 for all ages
Backpack Blessing August 10 at all worship services
Family Camping Trip August 22-24 at Camp Glisson in Dahlonega
Sunday School Resumes with Sing and Play for the whole family
September 7th
Monster Mash and Pipe Screams Saturday, October 25
Family Advent Celebration and Christmas Program Sunday, December 7
Family Retreat March 20-22 at Camp Mikell in Toccoa, GA
VBS 2026 June 8-12
SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY
August 22-24
Camp Glisson in Dahlonega, GA
RegisterbyAugust10
CAMPING RULES
Read a Book
PitchaTent, NotaFit
KneelAlwaysWhenYouLightAFire Play Sleep Under the Stars Seek Adventure
Backpack Blessing
August 10, All Worship Services
Studentsofallages,theircaregivers,teachers,andschool professionalsareinvitedforablessingatthebeginningofthe schoolyear.Backpacksandotherbagsarewelcome,butnot requiredtoreceivetheblessing.
CongratstoourConfirmands!Welovedgettingto celebrateyourmilestoneonSunday,May4!
Addie Beth Dillon
Stephen Powner
Micah Thomas
Merritt Carlson
Britta Kraby
Thank you also to our Confirmation Small Group Leaders for the past 3 years of volunteering to mentor and guide our youth!
Jana Thomas
Patrick Dillon CongratstoourGraduates!
College:
Tanner Ford Chunn, BS from Georgia Institute of Technology
Miriam Guthrie, BS from Georgia Institute of Technology
High School:
Kathryn Johnson, Westminster Schools
Alec Kraby, Chamblee High School
Finley Love, The Cottage School
Fiona Peterson, Wheeler High School
Kate Tanzola, Chamblee High School
SummerOpportunities
June 15-20: Affirm
June 22-27: Redeemer Week at Lutheridge
July 13-18: High School Summer Service Trip
YOU’RE INVITED!
Redeemer’s Children and Family Ministries is inviting EVERYONE to spend an afternoon with us at TopGolf. We love spending time with all generations!
SUNDAY 20 JULY
1:15 -3:30 PM
LUNCH INCLUDED
REGISTRATION DEADLINE JULY 13
1600 ELLSWORTH INDUSTRIAL BLVD NW, ATLANTA
TopGolf is kind of like bowling, but it's a driving range where the golf balls know who hit them. The future is now! If you ' ve never been, this is the time to try. Golf skills are not required. And, you get a discount by going with Redeemer!
Adult: $40, Ages 2- 12: $25, under 2: free. Tickets include two hours of playtime, lunch, and (non-alcoholic) drinks Scholarships are available!!
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20'S/30'S MINISTRY
Lunch Together
6.15.25
We will meet in the Atrium after the late service to walk to lunch somewhere in the neighborhood. Planning
7.8.25
The 20's/30's Ministry team is meeting at 7pm on July 8th. Join us to shape the future of this ministry, or just get to know some awesome people! Email Nate Humpherys for info.
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Fall Retreat
We are headed to Camp Lutheridge (near Asheville, NC) for a Theology on Tap Retreat November 7-9. Save the Date! Scholarships available; more info.
7.20.25
We are joining the intergenerational event hosted by Children and Family Ministry for some fun, fellowship, and good food and drink. Click here to register by July 13.
Join the Redeemer Team
Be part of a special opportunity to connect with our community. We’ll be stationed at the sidewalk steps of Redeemer on Peachtree Street Interested in helping? Signup
Sunday Sunday June 22 June 22 22 - 6 pm - 6 pm
Greeting neighbors Handing out water and snacks, Sharing friendly smiles with those passing by Weneedhelp:
Women's Retreat
Find more details on the online form by clicking below Register online or speak to Deacon Allison or Deacon Mary DEADLINE August 31 2025
Our theme this year is:
Sacred Self Care
Based on the Book by Chanequa Walker-Barnes
Double Room $180
Single Room $250 Scholarships Available
October3rd-5th
Sister D’Etta Broam was ordained as a minister of Word and Service in September 2024 and consecrated as a deaconess in the Deaconess Community of the ELCA in ovember 2024. She is a certified yoga therapist with the International Yoga Therapists Association and urrently serves as a Deacon of Health and Wholeness or the SC Synod of the ELCA. She is a daughter, wife, mother, and loves to read, walk, sing, watch Braves baseball, and play with her dogs, “Bert and Ernie ” Register Here
2025 SYNODICAL CONVENTION
FRI, SEP 19 | NASHVILLE
WE WILL BE KNOWN FOREVER BY THE TRACKS WE LEAVE. (DAKOTA PROVERB)
May Field Trip
OnWednesdayMay21,severalofourKeystonemembersvisitedPeachtreeUnited MethodistChurchtoseethe1300origamidovesthatareondisplay. Wehadso muchfunlearningabouttheexibitanditsinstallation! Theguidedtourofthe exhibitwasfollowedbyadeliciouslunchatTheBigKetchSaltwaterGrill.
OurnextoutingwillbeSunday July27 at4pmfortheSound ofMusicSingAlongattheFox Theatre! th Moredetailstofollows.
