november 2022

NOVEMBER 2022

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF

THE REDEEMER ATLANTA, GA

OCTOBER 30

REFORMATION CELEBRATION

& Commitment Sunday

This year's Stewardship Appeal, "A Place for You." Commitment cards can be mailed in or visit www.redeemer.org/give

FOR ALL THE ADULT FAITH F OR A L SAINTS L FORMATION THE SAINTS

ALL SAINTS SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6 Blessed be the memory of these saints of God who lived and worked among us at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, our companions in our pilgrimage of faith, who have found their rest in God:

Alta Egar joined the church triumphant on October 10, 2021 Theresa Breuer joined the church triumphant on November 25, 2021 Austin Hinely joined the church triumphant on January 3, 2022 Daisy Arrington joined the church triumphant on January 16, 2022 Laverne Nienow joined the church triumphant on January 29, 2022 Kathy Bihl joined the church triumphant on February 19, 2022 Susan Ott joined the church triumphant on May 9, 2022 Daryl Blue joined the church triumphant on May 22, 2022 Don Eifert joined the church triumphant on May 26, 2022 Arlene Herbert joined the church triumphant on June 24, 2022 Klenke Bredenberg joined the church triumphant on June 29, 2022 Phyllis Oblander joined the church triumphant on July 2, 2022 Ed Kuettner joined the church triumphant on July 3, 2022 Philip Heisler joined the church triumphant on July 26, 2022 Linda Southern joined the church triumphant on August 11, 2022 Rose Alvarado joined the church triumphant on August 17, 2022 Jene Riggs joined the church triumphant on August 26, 2022 Mac Weitman joined the church triumphant on September 4, 2022 Albert Liabastre joined the church triumphant on September 9, 2022 Leona Fehn joined the church triumphant on October 17, 2022 In the sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life through our Lord Jesus Christ and trusting in the abundant grace of God, we give thanks for the lives of these saints. Grant them eternal rest O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

Lutheran Towers 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATING FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Watch for special temple talks and mark your calendars for Lutheran Towers Sunday on November 13th!

Lutheran Towers was first envisioned by our own Reverend Doctor Robert E. Lee in the 1960s. Dr. Lee was senior pastor of Redeemer from 1955 until 1978 and was a principal signatory to the Atlanta’s Ministers’ Manifesto, urging peace as Atlanta struggled with desegregation in 1957.

Groundbreaking for Lutheran Towers took place in 1971, and construction was completed a year later.

Many exciting new programs began at the Towers in just this past year, including visiting comfort dogs, complimentary dinners on Wednesday, and other food insecurity initiatives like the free grocery story featured on 11 Alive. Check out this link to see the video:

11ALIVE VIDEO LINK Another way to help is by giving towards our $100,00 target. The Lutheran Towers Board has set a fundraising goal of $100,000 to help with food and quality-of-life initiatives.You can donate by giving to Redeemer and designating your gift for Lutheran Towers. You can also donate directly by going to LutheranTowers.org and clicking the Donate Now button.

Lutheran Towers is more than just a roof over the head of our seniors.

The money you give goes towards improving their quality of life through food initiatives and bettering the social, intellectual, and emotional welfare of our neighbors. You can help in two ways. First by contributing an item from their wish list. Many of our residents get by on just a few dollars a month and your help can make a huge difference. Redeemer will be collecting items in labeled boxes placed near the Redeemer library. This link will take you to a handy list: https://www.lutherantowers.org/residentwishlist/

NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

HARVEST HOME CONCERT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2022 | 7 PM

The Harvest Home Concert is Redeemer’s

SATURDAY, NOV. 12

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and conversation with the performers.

Redeemer.org and HarvestHomeConcert.org during and can be viewed after the concert.

With guest soloists and the music of Aaron

PURCHASE TICKETS

Copland, Stephen Paulus, and seasonal favorites we will focus on Home...as much our destination as where we are from...the place where we are welcomed, known and loved.

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LCFM THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION A TIME TO SHARE NOV 22 | 10 AM - 12 PM

The Lutheran Community Food Ministry will host its annual “A Time to Share.”

This event features a special Thanksgiving meal prepared by Chef Michael, with turkey and all the fixings. In addition, several of our partners including Hope Through Soap will provide showers, grooming, and fresh clothing.

We are also expecting a special visit from our Mayor Andre Dickens.

A second event will be hosted in the afternoon in Decatur, GA serving homeless citizens.

To volunteer, please contact Stephanie Hart at stephanie.hart1987@icloud.com.

Advent devotion writers needed The Advent daily devotions written by members of our congregation have become a treasured tradition at Redeemer. Once again we are asking for volunteers to submit a devotion to be part of the Advent collection.

THIS YEAR WE WANT TO CELEBRATE THE MYSTERY OF THE INCARNATION WITH OUR THEME: NOW IN FLESH APPEARING."

This line may remind you of the second verse of one of our favorite Christmas hymns inspired by the first chapter of John: O Come, All Ye Faithful: The highest, most holy Light of light eternal, Born of a virgin, a mortal he comes; Son of the Father Now in flesh appearing O Come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord!

To help us explore our theme, we ask our writers to reflect on the question, "How has Christ appeared to you?" During this season of the year, how do you experience the closeness of Jesus? Maybe it is through an object you see; a favorite Christmas ornament, or a piece of art. Maybe it's the sight or even the memory of a favorite place. Maybe it is in the kind touch of a loved one's embrace or the grateful smile of someone you have helped. There is really no limit because there is no limit to ways God will use to reach us with divine love and grace.

Specifically: Pick out a favorite Bible verse or passage Offer your reflection Close with a brief prayer or blessing If you want to add a picture or image, please feel free to do so.

We are asking that all devotions be submitted to Pastor Mark by Thanksgiving.

Please contact him if you have any questions.

ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS

Live Nativity @ Bethlehem Village SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 1 - 4 PM

How you can help to celebrate Christmas for our neighbors and have fun at the same time? By filling a costumed role as a 1st-century Bethlehem citizen the day after Jesus was born. Help our neighbors imagine the wonder of it all! We are in need of shepherds and Pharisees, Wise Men and Centurions, Roman and village officials, carolers and musicians, as well as villagers and helpers for many tasks. y.

Our Nativity and Village with live animals and re-enactors amid an inn and stable, artisans’ tents, and period costumed re-enactors has attracted many visitors wanting to experience this greatest gift of all. Please let Don Noland dfnoland@gmail.com or Janet Preston, janethaury@gmail.com know if you wish to participate or have questions.

Christmas Program and Advent Celebration Sunday, December 4, 10:00 am Redeemer Sanctuary Our Children's Christmas Program is back! This year it will be held in the sanctuary at the beginning of our faith formation hour.

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.

Support our kids!

Thank you for your generosity!

You're Invited!

November 13 to December 11

Goshen Valley

Angel Tree

Help us create a Merry Christmas

Once again, Redeemer members will have

for the foster boys and girls living under Goshen Valley's care!

Giving Tree

You can donate items 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.

the opportunity to provide gifts for new arrivals

through

Inspiritus

and

their

outreach ministry. These gifts either through Amazon gift cards, or direct requests will be for children and adults.

In-person – Angel Tree in Sims Atrium On the back of each ornament will be a suggested gift card. Gift cards in any amount will be used for these families as they resettle here in the Atlanta area Write the value on your gift cards and place them in the box by the tree.

The Amazon wish list will be provided by November 13th for your ease of use.

Click here to see the Amazon List

From the Inspiritus family, thank you, Redeemer.

ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS

Angel Tree for the Girls of Wellspring Living November 13 to December 11 For the 11th year, 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 of restoration. There are two ways to make Christmas a little brighter!

Online – Amazon Wish List The provided link will send you to the Wish List for all of the Wellspring Living program participants. Please remember to

In-person – Angel Tree in Sims Atrium On the back of each ornament on the Angel Tree in the Sims Atrium will be a suggested gift card. Gift cards in any amount will be used for the girls’ school and craft supplies, meals, clothing, and special outings in 2023. Write the value on your gift cards and place them in the box by the tree. Thank you, Kathy Hill, for leading Redeeming Grace in the creation of the ornaments.

Questions about Wellspring Living?

Contact Redeeming G.R.A.C.E. at

amy.carpenter@comcast.net or csdesign925@gmail.com

select the Wellspring Living Gift Registry Address as the shipping option. Please let us know if you purchase a gift by this method by sending an email to amy.carpenter@comcast.net.

Thank you! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishli st/ls/1EYA3RX5OQOH8? ref_=wl_share

Christmas Eve 2022 11:00 am German Church Atlanta Service Traditional worship in the German language with Holy Communion.

1:00 pm Christmas Service Worship includes traditional carols with Holy Communion.

3:00 pm Family and Children’s Service A Christmas message with lessons and carols for children with Holy Communion. *6:00 pm Jazz Service Worship begins with the prelude featuring the Redeemer Jazz Trio with Holy Communion. *8:00 and *11:00 pm Christmas Services The celebration begins with a musical prelude of instrumental and choir music. Services include traditional carols with Holy Communion. *Prelude begins 30 minutes prior to service.

FAITH FORMATION

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: We are returning to our pre-pandemic practice of holding Baptism Festivals. This means certain Sundays are designated for baptisms, and there may be several families celebrating a baptism at the same time.

Going forward, if your family would like to request a single family baptism after worship, we will offer those on a case-by-case basis. Please ask!

Please inquire for more details on how scheduling works and to get the Baptism registration form.

Festival Dates Sunday, January 1, 2023 - there will be one service at 10 am.

Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the Family Easter Vigil Service, 11 am or the evening Easter Vigil Service at 7 pm Sunday, May 28, 2023 at either service

Why Baptism Festivals?

Baptism is a sacrament celebrated in community. While we have done several baptisms after a worship service for safety reasons during the pandemic, it is important that the congregation be part of the baptism liturgy as much as possible.

Grouping up baptisms on certain days allows us to use a special liturgy focused on baptism and truly highlight it as a special event, rather than it being a footnote to a service with a different focus. Also, it's fun! It's a great way to get to know other families, and your child will grow up with friends at Redeemer who share their baptism anniversary- a special bond that can follow them throughout life.

In Christ, Deacon Mary Houck (she/her) Director of Children and Family Ministries mhouck@redeemer.org 770-778-7085

CHILDREN AND FAMILY MINISTRY

Family Events November 2022 St. Martin's Day Celebration Saturday, November 12, 4-7 pm Arrive as early as 4 pm at the Fireside room in the Redeemer parking lot to make a lantern and enjoy delicious homemade German food, including fresh waffles (pay per item by cash or card)! Gather at about 5:45 to see the story of St. Martin acted out, including one of our Lutheranch horses coming for the occasion! Then, join the lantern parade, ending in the sanctuary.

No RSVP is required. All ages are welcome. Dress for the weather as part of the event is outdoors.

What is St. Martin's Day? This traditional German holiday is a celebration of St. Martin of Tours, a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and became known for humility and generosity in caring for the poor.

It's a reminder, as we enter the holiday season, that we are called to see our neighbors in need and share with them; to be the light as the days grow shorter and share warmth as they grow colder.

Christopher's Haven Service Opportunity Choose dates that fit your schedule Christopher's Haven is a non-profit that provides housing for children with cancer and their families while they are in treatment at the Proton Therapy Center just down the street from Redeemer. We are developing a partnership so that Redeemer families can support them, starting in your own kitchen! Find more information on how to provide a meal or a sweet treat on the form.

CLICK HERE to see the Sign Up form.

Goshen Valley Gift Drive November 13- December 11 One of the ways we walk alongside children in foster care is by helping Goshen Valley provide them with Christmas gifts. Each child gets to choose a few things they want for Christmas, and we get to make their Christmas wishes come through by using their Amazon list. It's an easy way to make a big difference for kids in our community! We will also collect some household items for the host parents at the giving gree in Sims Atrium.

CLICK HERE to participate using the Amazon List

Stars, Angels, Shepherds, Kings!!

Rehearsals Oct. 23, Nov. 6, 13, 27 and December 3 The children's Christmas program is back in person!! We are once again collaborating with the Redeemer Children's Music program to engage all our Sunday School kids in the story of Jesus' birth. Rehearsals will occur during Sunday School in November, with a dress rehearsal Sat., Dec. 3. Participants must be registered for Sunday School, so if you haven't yet, register at this link. Watch your CFM emails for more details.

Mark Your Calendar!

Family Advent Celebration December 4: 10-11 am

After the children's program in the sanctuary, there will brunch and Advent activities for the whole family in Sims Atrium. This is a great way to start the February 10-12: Family Retreat Christmas season grounded in faith and take home some tools to keep that focus March 25: Family Play Day (something fun with Redeemer friends!) throughout December. All ages welcome; no RSVP required. Bring a friend!

April 8: Family Easter Vigil and Egg Hunt

CHILDREN AND FAMILY MINISTRY

Save the Date Fall and Winter CFM Events First Day of Sunday School Sunday, August 28 Monster Mash Friday, October 28 St. Martin's Day Lantern Parade Saturday, November 12 Goshen Valley Christmas Drive November 6- December 4 Family Advent Celebration Sunday, December 4 10-10:45 am Family Christmas Eve Service Saturday, December 24 3:00 pm

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Spring and Summer CFM Events Family Retreat at Lutheranch: Tallapoosa, GA for your whole family February 10-12; 6 pm Friday- 11 am Sunday Lutheranch Taste of Camp weekend for kids interested in summer camp March 10-12 Family Play Day (type of fun TBD!) Saturday, March 25 Family Easter Vigil and Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8 10 am -12:30 pm Vacation Bible School June 5-9; 9 am -12:30 pm each day Ages 3-5th grade Redeemer Week at Lutheridge (Arden, NC) first- 5th grades June 18-24

Thank You for Being a Friend Rejoicing Spirits Worship Rudisill Hall

Sunday, November 13 at 3:30 pm

We have so much to give thanks for this time of year, and at Rejoicing Spirits we are giving special thanks for our friends! Invite a friend (from Redeemer or the community) to join us this month! Our November service will be Hybrid, you can join worship in person in Rudisill Hall at Redeemer, or on Zoom at this link.

YOUTH YOUTH

Redeemer Youth Grades 6-12 High School Parents and College Parents Gathering

High School Parents and College Parents are invited to their once a month gathering that is happening on Sunday, November 6 from 10:00 am-10:45am. This is fellowship based and a great time to connect with other High School Parents and College Parents.

Middle School Parents Gathering Our Middle School Parents will gather on Sunday, November 13 from 10:00 am-10:45 am.

This is fellowship based and a great time to connect with other Middle School Parents.

Faith Formation Confirmation Confirmation is an important step in the spiritual journey of our youth. Confirmation will be meeting on the following days in November: November 6, November 13, and November 30. Confirmation will not be meeting on Sunday, November 20.

High School Sunday School High School Sunday School will meet on the following days in November: November 6, November 13, and November 27.

High School Sunday School will not be meeting on Sunday, November 20. Youth are encouraged to gather on this day in the Youth Lounge or head to Starbucks together.

Middle School Youth Group Our Middle School Youth will be getting together for Youth Group on Sunday, November 6 after 11 AM worship. We will be heading to Doll’s Head Trail at Constitution Lakes Park in Atlanta. Please RSVP to Hillary by Friday, November 4 for planning purposes.

High School Youth Lock-In Our High School Youth Lock-In will be Saturday, November 12 to Sunday, November 13. We will gather for games, fellowship, fun, and more! Please contact Hillary by Friday, November 11 if you can join us so we can have enough food and chaperones.

Middle School Youth Lunch Gathering Our Middle School Youth will gather to go get lunch together on Sunday, November 20 after 11 AM service. Please give a heads up to Hillary if you plan on attending.

High School Youth Decorate the Youth Lounge for Christmas!

Our High School Youth will gather on Sunday, November 27 after 11 AM service to help decorate the Youth Lounge together for Christmas. Please give a heads up to Hillary if you plan on attending.

Coming Up for Redeemer Youth…

November 6-Kringles Fundraiser Begins!

November 6-High School Parents and College Parents Gathering November 6-Middle School Youth Group November 12-November 13-High School Youth Lock-In November 13-Kringles Fundraiser Continues November 13-Middle School Parents Gathering November 20-Kringles Fundraiser Ends November 20-Middle School Youth Lunch Gathering November 27-High School Youth Decorate the Youth Lounge for Christmas!

December TBD-Middle School Parents Gathering December 4-Youth Christmas Party December 4-Kringles Distribution Begins December 4-High School Parents and College Parents Gathering December 11-Kringles Distribution Continues December 11-Holiday Youth Event @ Lutheran Towers December 18-Kringles Distribution Ends

YOUTH

THE KRINGLES ARE HERE! Help support our Summer 2023 Middle School and High School Youth Mission Trips by purchasing Kringles in-person at our Youth Table in Sims Atrium on Sunday, November 6, 13, and 20!

You can also purchase online with Credit Card only using this QR code:

Check out our 3 for $45 Holy Trinity Deal!

Kringles will be distributed on Sunday, December 4, 11, and 18.

THANKS FOR SUPPORTING OUR YOUTH! If you have any questions, please email Hillary at youthministry@redeemer.org

YOUTH

INFORMATION ON OUR SUMMER 2023 YOUTH MISSION TRIPS

MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP: BAYOU LA BATRE, AL 10 Youth and 2 Adults attending "Serve the community through simple projects and to provide a safe, Christ-centered place for kids."

Service could include: painting, cleaning, helping with yard projects, doing other simple work projects, planning and leading other children's programming, and to meet the needs of the community by building stronger relationships.

YouthWorks has partenerd with this community since 1998. We recently attended here in 2006.

Picture from July 2022

HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP: ARECIBO, PUERTO RICO 12 Youth and 2 Adults attending "Follow local leaders and organizations to work towards rebuilding efforts and sustain important community programs.

Service could include working with an outreach ministry, a local church, a community farm, or a variety of children's prgrams. Service here is highly relational!

We recently attended here in 2019.

Picture from July 2019

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

YA Young Adults @ Redeemer

november Small Group

Sundays through December 10-10:45 | Katie's Corner This fall, we will discuss the book Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God

by Francis Chan, led by group member Robert Boyd. Reading in advance is not required. Join any week!

Lunch Together Sunday, November 13 at 12:30 pm | Meet in Sims Atrium Meet in the atrium after the 11:00 service to walk somewhere in the neighborhood for lunch. Bring $15 (cash or card), and Redeemer will cover the rest of the cost.

Ax Throwing Outing

Friday, November 4 at 6 pm | Meet in Sims Atrium You can book your own time starting at 6 pm on the website for Throw, Inc. to throw axes with Redeemer friends. Keep your receipt, and Redeemer will reimburse you for $15 of the cost. This should make it $20 for a 90 minute session. It's located near the Carter Center.

We can't wait to get together with you in safe ways this fall!

If you want to get connected for updates and announcements about the Young Adult ministry at Redeemer, please speak to Pr. Jenny McLellan or Dn. Mary Houck.

REDEEMER

Young Adults FALL 2022

KEYSTONE MINISTRY

NOTE DATE CHANGE TO THURSDAY Building up full lives of faith with adults over 65

Keystone is more than a program. It is a comprehensive ministry that focuses on the life stage of retirement. We are about fostering meaningful relationships finding accessible and purposeful opportunities for service providing engaging life-long learning classes guiding supportive elder care resources caring for Keystone members who are lonely advocating for seniors in our church and community by combating ageism.

Time Together Thursday Nov. 17 12-2 pm A 30-minute worship service with communion followed by a catered free-will offering lunch and time to be in fellowship together.

WORSHIP FAITH FORMATION

Wednesdays at Redeemer Early Bird Bible Study 4 pm | Reception | Reception / Zoom Link Join David Ott as he leads a study and discussion of Jonah.

6:00 PM Pastor's Class | Rudisill Hall & Zoom "The Making of the Bible" (through Nov. 9) 6:00 PM Seraphim 6:00 PM Joyful Rhythm Ringers 6:15 PM Cherubim 7:00 PM Redeemer Ringers 7:30 PM Redeemer Choir BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16

NEW CLASS

6:00 PM Pastor's Class | Rudisill Hall & Zoom As we prepare to journey through Advent with our theme, "Now in Flesh Appearing,", we have to ask, "How does Jesus appear to you?" Is he a friend, a teacher, a savior, the Lord, or something else (or maybe all the above)? In Freeing Jesus, Diana Butler Bass challenges the idea that Jesus can only be understood in static, one-dimensional ways. Please join us on Wednesdays at 6 PM, in person or via Zoom as together, let us rediscover Jesus in all his many manifestations and experience his presence anew, beyond the narrow confines that are often built around him. While reading the book is not required for the discussion, it is available on Amazon for all who might wish to delve deeper into Ms. Bass' insights.

Worship at 7:00 PM Contemplation with the Saints Come join us at 7 PM in the sanctuary or online for a short contemplative service of songs, reflection, and prayer as we commemorate the apostles, martyrs, historical figures, and modern men and women who are the heroes of our faith and whose memorial days are set aside each week but often overlooked.

WORSHIP FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday Night Dinner We have your seat saved at Wednesday Night Dinners. You can enjoy your Dinner at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, attend Pastor Mark’s class, and complete your evening with the Wednesday Evening Service or Choir Rehearsal.

Redeemer’s resident Chef, Michael Clarke, and his team are preparing a delicious meal for you, your family, and your friends beginning at 5:00 PM and concluding at 6:30 PM! These meals are available for anyone who would like to attend, including our members, our friends at Lutheran Towers, and the community. The November schedule is as follows: Wednesday, November 2nd – Spaghetti and Meatballs, Garden Salad, Garlic Bread, and a special dessert. Beverages include Iced Tea, Lemonade, Coffee, or Water.

Wednesday, November 9th – Taco Night at Redeemer. Dinner includes Rice and Beans, a Garden Salad, your choice of Beverage, and a special Dessert.

Wednesday, November 16th – Thanksgiving Dinner – “Wednesday Night Style” –Dinner includes a Turkey Sandwich, Dressing (outside the Bird), Cranberry Sauce, Green Beans, and for dessert, a slice of pie.

Wednesday, November 30th – Chef Michael’s Chicken Stew, Rice, a Garden Salad, Bread, Beverages, and a special Dessert.

The pricing for Wednesday Night Dinner is as follows: Adults $9.00 Children (under 10) $6.00 Seniors $6.00 We look forward to sharing a meal with our Redeemer friends and guests.

If you have questions regarding Wednesday Night Dinners, contact Bob Boyd (bboyd@redeemer.org) or Seth Brown (sbrown@redeemer.org).

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS In September and October, 17 people participated in Redeemer’s New Member Class in which they shared their own faith journeys and learned about how Redeemer expresses our core values: Love God, Love our Neighbors, and Love One Another. On October 23, 2022, they made public affirmation of their baptism and became full members of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. Get to know them through their bios below and reach out to them through our online directory, Realm, to welcome them into our church.

Erica, Glenn, GT, Paxton, and Charlie Fletcher The Fletchers are Alpharetta residents, transferring from Cross Of Life Lutheran Church (Roswell). Erica is a “cradle Lutheran,” and Glenn converted before they were married at Peachtree Road Lutheran Church 27 years ago. They have three children - GT (24), Paxton (22), and Charlie (almost 13). Glenn is in commercial real estate and loves travel and craft beer. Erica is the Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Hiscox Inc. loves dad jokes and is on the board of Inspiritus. Paxton works at Publix, loves puns and animals. Charli attends Northwestern MS and loves Minecraft, drama and musical theater.

Dawson, Amanda, and Jack Foushee Dawson and Amanda have been attending services at Redeemer since 2016. After the birth of their son, Jack in November 2021, they wanted to get more involved with the church. The Foushees live in West Highlands and enjoy watching football, playing disc golf, exploring Atlanta, and traveling. Amanda works in Marketing and Dawson works in App Development. They are excited to be officially joining Redeemer!

Emilia Joell Emilia was born in New York and was raised in the Catholic church.

She was trained as a nurse at 19 and received her LPN. Emilia raised three children in Florida while working full-time as a nurse in jails and a hospital for 46 years. She moved to Georgia in 2015 and became a resident of Lutheran Towers in 2019. Emilia attended Redeemer for the first time on Easter Sunday this year and has come ever since.

Angie Robertson Angie has been attending Redeemer since 2017, when she and member Pargen Robertson Jr. were married. She is stepmother to Aino (17) and Pargen III (15) who are also members of Redeemer.

Angie has a Master of Arts in Communication and works at CDC in health communication, policy, and partnerships. Angie and Pargen live in Decatur and enjoy playing golf, traveling, and keeping up with their two Scottish Terriers: Butterbean and Gabby. Angie looks forward to engaging more and serving with the Redeemer community.

Megan Booker Megan grew up as a lifelong Lutheran at Emmanuel Lutheran Church - the oldest Lutheran church in East Tennessee. Her career in corporate communications has taken her to Dallas, New York City, and now Atlanta, which allowed her to join Redeemer in early 2022.

In her spare time, Megan enjoys hot yoga, hiking, traveling, and arts.

Megan is excited to get married in the summer of 2023 to her partner of 10 years, David.

Tracy and Sheila Zentner Tracy and Sheila moved from Onalaska, Wisconsin to the Atlanta area four years ago. Our daughter, Bobbi, joined us in the fall of 2019. Since our move, we have been searching for a church community we could call home. Our journey led us to Redeemer earlier this year. We are very excited to become members and to continue our faith journey.

Tracy works for a flooring company called YoYu as the operational manager. Sheila is a customer care manager for a home fashion company called The Company Store, which is part of The Home Depot. As a couple, we enjoy hiking, traveling, and spending time with family. Sheila enjoys working on small projects around the home and the yard. Tracy also enjoys crafting and music. We are also in the process of obtaining our foster care license.

Tracy, Sheila, and Bobbi live in Douglasville.

Not Pictured: Laura Kiepert The O’Donnell-Budd Family, Hannah-Yasmin, Victoria, Dracul, and Zoey live in Powder Springs.

WOMEN'S RETREAT 2022

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Redeemer’s Northside Circle Women of the ELCA News

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Pictured Above: The Board members of SE Synod WELCA, plus supporting volunteers share an update on the “Year in Review” in the setting of the Disciples at the Last Supper. Together at the Table, The 107 attendees for the 34th Annual WELCA Convention shared fun, fellowship, worship, Bible Study, workshops, and 9 Cluster meetings to plan the next year’s activities!

by Diana Palma

Monetary donations support shipping costs and many lifesaving projects in underdeveloped countries, as well as the valuable work of the Women of the ELCA.

READ MORE

The Annual Convention is the uplifting venue where the work of these projects is explained and celebrated. We look forward to having you join and celebrate with us next year in Augusta the 2nd weekend of October 2023!

CONGRERGATIONAL CARE

WALK AND GIVE TO FIGHT SUICIDE Thanks to your financial support, we reached our goal of $500 to raise funds for Suicide Prevention and Awareness! There is still time to donate money to provide funds for the life saving work of suicide prevention.

MAKE YOUR DONATION HERE On November 6th, a team from Redeemer will walk two miles at Piedmont Park at 2 pm to remember those who have died by suicide and walk in solidarity with survivors.

The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.

- From American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/

HOSTED BY REDEEMER'S WELLNESS MINSITRY

There's still time to make a donation to help prevent Suicide

CALLING VOLUNTEERS! As we plan a special Christmas Celebration on Thursday, December 15 from 12-2 pm, we are looking for people of all ages to help in the following ways: Drive seniors to church and worship with them Serve the meal Decoration and set up Clean up following the meal Please email Pastor Jenny if you would like to serve at this special event: jmclellan@redeemer.org

IN SYMPATHY How precious is your steadfast love, O God! All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 36:7

October Sandra Edwards Denton Leona Fehn Mother of Darius Denton, Entered the church entered the church triumphant triumphant on October on October 3, 2022. Please pray 17, 2022. Please pray for for her family and friends. her family and friends.

Susan Holdway Mother of Chaplain Kelly Holdway of LCFM, entered the church triumphant on October 27, 2022. Please pray for her friends and family.

If you would like to announce the death of a loved one in the newsletter so our congregation may pray for you, please email Pastor Jenny McLellan: jmclellan@redeemer.org

November BIRTHDAYS 1 Beth Ehrensperger 1 Abigail Garrett 1 Ren Gooch 1 Susannah Haury 1 Coleman Lawrence 1 Allison Smith 1 Jacob Wuttke 2 Taylor Allaman 2 Dalton Reed 2 Georgia Mae Smith 2 Aleynah Thornton 3 Nancy Owings 3 Haley Zoellick 4 Rhodes Brightwell 4 Mia Kim 5 Caroline Bridgers 5 Tom Davis 5 Will Franetovich 5 Lori Volan 6 Carter Doan 6 Matthew Foster 6 Nicolas Gray 6 Kristin Guthrie 6 Leigh Lyjak 6 Joel May 7 Susan Lichtman 7 Debbie Magley 8 Tom Feilke 8 John Garrigan 8 Coop Heisler 8 Jacque Peppel 8 Ward York 9 Elizabeth Lewis 9 Jay Puckhaber 9 Larry Stokes 9 Sandy Swanson 9 Rocky Yang 10 Ed Brigham 10 Mike Cooper 10 William Roberts 10 Anneliese Schroer 11 Kathie Arvo-MacKenzie 11 Kathy Buechner 11 Al Tess

12 Tom Bohannon 12 Kevin Chunn 12 Humberto GarciaSjogrim 12 Holli Stephens 12 Harold Vogel 12 Maria Welsh 13 Sheila Brock 13 Billy Fuller 13 Adam Moss 13 Andrew Roberts 13 Ann Scheraldi 13 Avery Staak 14 Matthew Durdin 14 Kevin Hickey 14 Kathryn Johnson 14 Catherine Lawrence 14 Grant West 15 Scott Hawley 15 Don Noland 15 Amy Talboy 16 Joe Bell 16 Hudson Easterbrook 16 Carrie Goracke 16 Landon Heidt 16 Carol Kautz 16 Corey Morelock 16 Gavin Wilde 17 Jenny Broad 17 Elizabeth Dressel 17 Julie Gary 17 Mary Howle 17 Carol Swisher 17 Levi Waterhouse 18 Wilder Dean 18 Barbara Gray 18 Jill Hans 18 Jamie Jordan 18 Carrie Ligon 18 Beth Wilkening 19 Beverly O'Brien 19 Thomas Sides 19 Margaret Wessinger

20 Chuck Borchers 20 Heidi Franetovich 20 Kristina Lundberg 20 Cynthia Reese-McKersie 20 Kimberly York 21 Nora Breidenthal 21 Chloe Fernandes 21 Emelia Fernandes 21 Bren Weterrings 21 Cristina Ziech-Lopez 22 Billie Mentz 22 Clark Weisner 23 Jack Fike 23 JoJo Nelson 23 Paul Rosser 23 Ginny Summers 23 Janice Wittschiebe 24 Amanda Powell 24 Elena Santana 25 Pam Knowles 25 Sam Pinyon 25 Sharita Robinson 26 Andrea Huntington 26 Tasha West 26 Suzanne Zenoni 27 Beverly Alden 27 Rylee Carter 27 Kelsey Goldfarb 27 Caroline Johnson 27 Karol Lawrence 28 Tanner Chunn 28 Karin Mayo 28 Matthew Vogel 29 Gwen Aurandt 29 Hayden Boone 29 Sarah Bragg 29 Carla Conaway 29 Emily Conaway 29 Lorelyn Kilby 29 Annette Neuman 29 Tracey Reed 29 Sarah Volan 30 Paul Brostrom 30 Pete Burr 30 Emily Johnson 30 James Van Hoosear