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.
Sunday
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Livestream
Zoom Communion following postlude
Join us for Worship this Sunday| 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Second Sunday of Easter Allison Lizdas, preaching
The theme of the Day
In spite of all we have heard and all we have seen, it is often hard to believe Because it is hard to believe, we will invest ourselves in the Easter mystery for fifty days (a week of weeks). Because it is hard to believe, John the evangelist will provide sign after sign celebrating Jesus’ victory over death Because it is hard to believe, the risen Jesus will return to us again and again in the mystery of holy communion, inviting us to touch and taste his presence, and offering us his peace.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING | This Sunday
Meeting sessions to be held live following each Sunday worship service and also via Zoom at 10am The purpose of the meeting is to approve the following motion:
The congregation council recommends that, with prayer for the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer extend to the Deacon Allison Lizdas a call to serve as Director of Congregational Care according to terms specified in the Definition of Compensation, Benefits, and Responsibilities of the Deacon.
Rejoicing Spirits This Sunday
This month at Rejoicing Spirits, we celebrate all the ways God has provided for us on wilderness journeys and made new life possible.
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 10:1510:45 (before or after attending your usual service!)
VBS Supply Drive
Think of all the things you would pack for a road trip from clothing to car snacks. We will need lots of ‘luggage’ for Road Trip VBS! Help us stock up for the journey by donating to our drive through the Amazon List Items will be shipped directly to Redeemer. Be sure to include your name so we know who to thank!
Spring Musical
Keystone Ministry needs your input! If you are over the age of 55, you will be receiving an email next week with a link to a survey so we can better understand what you think is important to this ministry. Paper copies of the survey will be available at the Keystone table in the Sims Atrium beginning on Sunday, May 4.
The children and youth choirs will present “It’s Good!” On Sunday, May 4 at 10 am in the sanctuary. This mini-musical tells the story of creation through clever songs and dialogue Come and support our Seraphim and J.O.Y. Choirs in this final performance of their 2024-25 season.
Children and Family
VBS Registration is Open!! June 2-6
For VBS 2025 we are ‘hitting the road’ together with Road Trip: On the Go with God! VBS will be June 2-6 from 9-12:30 each day, with after care from 12:30-6 pm. All are welcome; invite a friend! Find more information and registration for participants Link.
Music and Arts Camp – “Sailing the High Seas” – June 9-13
Register now using this link. Rising kindergarteners through 6th graders will experience music, art, and drama all based on this year ’ s pirate theme! The camp is from 9:00 am-4:00 pm, with free before and aftercare. Tuition for the week is $175 and includes all activities, snacks, and a T-shirt Sibling discounts apply, and financial need-based scholarships are available. All are welcome, so tell your friends and neighbors For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Sarah Hawbecker at 404-874-8664, ext. 206 or shawbecker@redeemer.org.
Youth
Confirmation and Faith Formation
6thand7thgradeswillhaveConfirmationinFireside 8thgradeswillbeinAllison’soffice HighSchoolwill meetintheYouthLounge.
Summer High School Service Trip
High school youth - please join us! Our high school youth will have the opportunity to help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina, July 13-18. Attendees will stay at Lutheridge and will
participate in different disaster relief projects, in partnership with Lutheran Disaster Response Questions? Please contact Nate. Scholarships are available. Sign up here: https://form jotform com/250565139755161
Graduate Sunday
Graduate Sunday is May 11 and we look forward to honoring all of our graduates in both services If you have a high school, college or grad school graduate this year, we would like to join you in celebrating them! Please send us:
· A picture of your graduate
· The school from which they are graduating and degree (if college or grad school) Their plans after graduation, such as the school they will attend or career plans
· A favorite Redeemer memory
Please send these items to Mindy Tanzola at mindytanzola@gmail com no later than April 30, 2025
