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.
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Join us for Worship this Sunday| 9:00 am & 11:00 am
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Mark H Larson, preaching
The theme of the Day
To love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind is to reflect God’s mercy in responding to one ’ s neighbor. That mercy found its most profound expression in the “gospel that has come to you ” namely the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. That gospel mercy comes to us again today: at the font, at the table, and from the pulpit. It is very near to you.
Important Traffic Update
The planned streetscape improvements on Juniper Street NE, from 14th Street NE to Ponce de Leon Ave NE are nearing completion Plans include new asphalt pavement and repairs that include milling off the existing pavement, patching of the roadway base, and then resurfacing with asphalt. Juniper will be converted to two through lanes and a dedicated bike lane. This final phase of work includes completion of new traffic signals, roadway signage, and landscaping This final roadway work could start during the week of June 19th , 2025 and is slated to be completed by late summer 2025. While actual construction is unusual on Sundays, it is possible that there may be periodic lane closures, possible shortterm detours, and intermittent flagging operations throughout the duration of this work.
Faith Formation
Sundays 10 am | Room 121 | “Bonhoeffer’s Black Jesus” | through July 27
Led by Ed Scherlacher | Based on the book by Reggie L. Williams
Mondays at 1:30 pm | Reception Room | The Seekers Bible Study led by Bill Pegram
We continue digging deep into the Gospel of Matthew
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Led by David Ott & Don Noland | Tuesdays | 7 AM | Reception room and Zoom
We are now studying Romans 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!
Tuesdays 5 pm | Zoom
Beginning July 22nd we will discuss ‘The Nine O'Clock Whistle: Stories of the Freedom Struggle for Civil Rights in Enfield, North Carolina’ by Willa Cofield, Cynthia Samuelson, and Mildred Sexton. This book tells the story of Enfield, NC, a community that was deeply segregated and enforced a variety of racist norms and practices. It is a story of how people stood up and confronted these unjust practices. As always, everyone is welcome and reading is optional, though encouraged If you have any questions, please reach out to Pr Jonathan at jtrapp@redeemer.org
Wednesdays | 2 PM NEW TIME| Reception Room/Zoom | Study on 1 and 2 Chronicles
Early Bird Bible Study led by David Ott
Youth
Prayers for our High School Youth
Our high school youth will have the opportunity to help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina, July 13-18. Attendees are staying at Lutheridge and are participating in different disaster relief projects, in partnership with Lutheran Disaster Response
Community
Women's Retreat
Our annual Women's Retreat will be October 3-5 at Camp Mikell in Toccoa, GA (northeast of Atlanta)
Our theme this year is Sacred Self Care, based on the book of that title by Chanequa Walker- Barnes. Our guest presenter is Deacon D’Etta Broam, who specializes in Wellness and is a certified yoga instructor
You can give yourself or someone you love the gift of time for self-care and spiritual refreshment! Scholarships will be available. Speak to Deacon Allison or Deacon Mary about registration.
Got hats? Now that the temperatures are rising and hotter weather is upon us, the Food Ministry is beginning to get requests for baseball type caps, especially from those whose hair is rather sparse or nonexistent! If you ’ ve got extra caps hanging around your closet, please leave them in a bag marked Food Ministry at the desk in the library. These caps can make a big difference for those who need them. Thank you!
TopGolf for Everyone!
Sunday, July 20, 1:15-3:30 PM Registration Deadline: July 13
Redeemer Children and Family ministries invites all generations to spend an afternoon of fun and fellowship together in Midtown 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, now's the perfect time to try. Golf skills are not required
TopGolf is an open-air space that is covered and partially air-conditioned Tickets include two hours of playtime, lunch, and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Redeemer is covering part of the ticket cost, but if these prices would be a barrier to participation, let us know, and we'll work something out We want everyone there! Adult: $40; Ages 2- 12: $25; under 2 free. Contact Deacon Mary for more details and registration. register here
Thank You for Supporting the Midtown Assistance Center Food Drive!
During the month of May, Redeemer members generously donated 1,095 pounds of food to MAC Your contributions couldn’t have come at a better time summer brings increased need in our community. We are deeply grateful for your support
MAC always welcomes volunteers! Whether you're a student needing community service hours or simply want to give back to the Midtown community, your time can make a meaningful impact. For volunteer opportunities, contact Nathan Miller at nathanmiller1977@gmail com
On Saturday, July 19th Redeemer will be hosting Hope Thru Soap from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the 4th Street Parking Lot.
The Hope thru Soap mobile outreach program aims to make someone ’ s day better than the day before by meeting the immediate needs of those living unsheltered. They partner with other community-based organizations to provide additional resources at our outreach events including health, wellness, medical support, behavioral health care, and harm reduction education and strategies
The Community Engagement Committee is seeking volunteers to help with this event as well as on going monthly visits this Summer/Fall If you are interested in volunteering, please email Don Cornwell, Don.Cornwell@Emory.Edu
Join us for a trip to the Fox Theatre on Sunday July 27 at 4:00 PM to watch the Sound of Music movie and sing along to the songs we know and love! Registration for this event is required as we have 15 complimentary tickets If the complimentary tickets are claimed, you can still sign up to join our waitlist
We’ll notify you if more spots become available. Regular priced tickets are also available, so you can still be part of this exciting event even if you don’t snag a free one! More information contact Deacon Allison, alizdas@redeemer.org Sign up Here
Mark Your Calendar
After-Church Outing to the High Museum on Sunday, August 10!
Let’s gather after church at the front doors and head out together, taking MARTA a few stops to the High Museum of Art for their Second Sunday event!
The event runs from 12 PM – 5 PM with free Admission for everyone
Enjoy special family-friendly programming, art-making activities, performances, and access to the High’s collections and exhibitions. Come for a little or stay for the whole afternoon!