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Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9 am & 11 am
Face coverings are optional and left to personal preference. Masks are required to sit in the balcony
Second Sunday after Epiphany Pastor Jenny McLellan, preaching
The theme of the Day:
Sunday’s gospel opens with further reflection on Jesus’ baptism He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world and the one anointed by the Spirit In the liturgy we come and see Christ revealed among us in word and meal. We go forth to invite others to come and worship the Holy One and to receive the gifts of grace and peace made known among us.
Bishop’s Commemorative Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Service
Sunday, January 15, 2023 | 4 PM | Redeemer
You are cordially invited to join us for what promises to be a wonderful celebration around the theme, Proclaiming Hope, Pursuing Justice, Providing Help Click here for more information and a list of “MLK Day of Service” types of activities.
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
For the past 12 years, Redeemer’s response has focused on anti-child sex trafficking in Georgia through our small group Redeeming Grace and its involvement with Wellspring Living’s transformational care of child sex trafficking victims Please visit the display in the Sims Atrium Learn how children are vulnerable and are recruited. Get to know four survivors. For those worshipping online, click here for their stories Learn what you can do! We need you to talk to your legislators and help us change laws and protect children and women. Click on the image below to register for the Policy Training via Zoom on January 26 prior to Advocacy Day at the Georgia Capitol on February 21, 2023 For questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with amy.carpenter@comcast.net.
On Sunday, January 8, we started using the chalices made by our 8th graders at 9 AM worship. Each 8th-grade Confirmation student had to answer the question, "What does Communion mean to you?" From January 8-22, the chalice used was painted by Reese Dumont. This is Reese's interpretation: "To me, communion is a way for everyone to come together and share the love of God. Ever since I remember, I have done communion with my family "
We at Redeemer practice the second part of this verse weekly with the wonderful food ministry. We also practice it with the food drive we do at the beginning of summer for Midtown Assistance Center (MAC); this is very much appreciated!
Now is our opportunity to do the first part of that verse. We are finally able to do an in-person coat drive again, and MAC is in need of coats In the past, they only needed men's coats This year they can use men's, women's, and childrens. They have other organizations they can give the coats to if they receive more than they need. They can also use caps, gloves, and scarves. We will be collecting these coats between December 11th and January 1st There will be collection bins in the atrium labeled with signs for MAC. If you have any questions, contact Richard Mauney at richardemauney@gmail.com.
We are truly blessed at Redeemer, and if you have a second coat (or any of these other items) you would like to share, they would be greatly appreciated May we take this Christman season to be thankful, think about others in our community who are not as blessed, and show God's love to them by sharing from our abundance.
CHILDREN & FAMILY Ministry
Children's Sunday School Classrooms/Hybrid
New students are welcome any week. You can register at this link; we accept registration at the door if you have not done it in advance Interested in volunteering with Sunday School? Speak to Deacon Mary about volunteer opportunities.
2's through Pre-K: Room 105 Kindergarten through 3rd Grade: Room 201 4th through 5th Grade: Room 107
Family Retreat Registration is Open
Join us at Lutheranch in Tallapoosa, GA for a weekend of fun, friends, and growing in faith Whether you are a long-time member or new to Redeemer, it's a great way to get to know the people you see on Sundays in a whole new way and spend some quality time together as a family Watch for our theme to be announced in January!
CLICK HERE to Register and find more details about the schedule and cost
MAC (Midtown Assistance Center) Coat Drive ends this Sunday Jan 15 “He who has two coats, let him share with him who has none; and he who has food, let him do likewise.” Luke 3:11
Save the date-our Middle School Parents will be meeting on Sunday, January 29 for their once-a-month gathering from 10:00 am-10:45 am in the Library Come catch up with other parents!
Middle School Snowtubing & Lock-In
Our Middle School Youth will be doing a Snowtubing & Lock-In from Saturday, January 21, to Sunday, January 22. Snowtubing tickets are $30 per person. Snowtubing will happen at Lake Lanier's Snow Island, which includes: snowtubing, ice skating, carnival rides, and yummy goodies! If you can't make it to the snowtubing part, join us after for lock-in fun! Friends are welcome to attend too.
High School Youth Snowtubing & Lock-In
Our High School Youth will be doing a Snowtubing & Lock-In from Saturday, February 11, to Sunday, February 12. Snowtubing tickets are $30 per person Snowtubing will happen at Lake Lanier's Snow Island, which includes: snowtubing, ice skating, carnival rides, and yummy goodies! We will meet at Redeemer at 1 PM (or 2 PM) to head to snowtubing. We will return to Redeemer between 7-8 PM for our lock-in. If you can't make it to the snowtubing part, join us after for lock-in fun! Friends are welcome to attend too. Interest is due by January 29 for snowtubing
All Georgia Youth Gathering 2023
Let's support one of our synod youth events as youth (grades 6-12) from all over the Southeastern Synod, especially those from Georgia, will attend Registration has to be done as a group, so please let Hillary know if your youth (or youths) are able to attend This event will be held February 2426, 2023, at Camp Grace in Roberta, GA, with the theme of "What is AGAPE?" (What is Love?)
ADULT Faith Formation
Animate Class
Led by Whitney Ludvigsen, Dana Norden, and David Barnes Sunday, January 8, 2023, through February 19, 2023
10 am | Room 211 / Zoom
Learn from preeminent scholars and theologians about how our faith animates our actions in the world. This study from Augsburg Fortress will help us examine how we live out our faith in a distinctly Lutheran manner
“Mary’s Voice in John’s Gospel” Class
Led by Edward Scherlacher
Beginning Sunday, January 8 through April 2, 2023
10 am | Room 121 / Zoom
The writer of John’s Gospel weaves memories of “the beloved disciple;” and “Mary, the mother of Jesus ”
Based on the research of scholar Michael Pakulak and other sources (ancient and new. Participants will gain a richer understanding of the fourth gospel - while restoring the voice of the one called “Blessed among women. ”
The study brings evidence of the contributions of Mary, the mother of Jesus, to The Fourth Gospel. John the Apostle had purportedly decades of post-resurrection interaction with Mary Recent scholarship indicates Mary’s voice, influence, and interpretation of her son ’ s life is a major basis of the Gospel of John
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Tuesday | 7:30 am | Rudisill Hall / Link to Join Bible Study returns on Tuesday mornings in Rudisill Hall and via ZOOM. A light breakfast will be available beginning at 7 a.m. and the study beginning at 7:30 a.m until 8:30 a.m. Our study is on The Acts of the Apostles Everyone is welcome to join us
Book Study with Pastor Jonathan
Tuesday | 5 pm | Link to Join Tuesdays through January 31, 2023 Study of Nice Racism, by Robin DiAngelo DiAngelo explains how spiritual white progressives seeking community by co-opting Indigenous and other groups ’ rituals create separation, not connection She challenges the ideology of individualism and explains why it is OK to generalize about white people, and she demonstrates how white people who experience other oppressions still benefit from systemic racism Writing candidly about her own missteps and struggles, she models a path forward, encouraging white readers to continually face their complicity and embrace courage, lifelong commitment, and accountability.
Wednesdays at Redeemer
Early Bird Bible Study
Wednesday | 4 pm | Reception room /Zoom Link
Join David Ott as he leads a study and discussion of Genesis.
Dinner served at 5:00 PM Adult meal, $6.00/person. Seniors (over 65) and children (12 and under), $5.00/person.
Children and Youth MusicMinistries
Seraphim - 6 - 7 PM - Room 204 Cherubim - 6:15 - 6:45 PM - Room 203 Redeemer Ringers - 7 - 7:30 PM - Room 202
6:00 PM Pastor's Class | Rudisill Hall & Zoom Freeing Jesus, by Diana Butler Bass
Join Pastor Mark as we journey through Advent with our theme, "Now in Flesh Appearing." We ask, "How does Jesus appear to you?"
Thursday Lectionary Study
Thursday | 5 PM | Zoom Link
Join Pastor Jonathan to discuss the worship texts for the upcoming week! The readings can be found at the following site: https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/
Liberation Thoughts
Thursday | 6 PM | Zoom Link
Join Pr. Ron for a more in-depth study of various works related to Liberation Theology and why it is so important for us to continue to understand its value in the world today.
It’s a new year, and a great time to join a choir! REGISTER ONLINE NOW
WEDNESDAY REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
CHERUBIM (ages 4-1st grade) 6:15-6:45 pm
SERAPHIM (2nd-6th grade)
6:00-7:00 pm
REDEEMER RINGERS (3rd-6th grade) 6:45-7:15 pm
There are opportunities for anyone age four and up Children and youth rehearse on Wednesday evenings, and the adult choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings or Sunday mornings. Contact Sarah at shawbecker@redeemer org or 404-874-8664 with questions, or just show up at the next rehearsal We’d love to have you join us!
TOP GOLF, TUESDAY, January 24th, 6 pm
The RYA (Redeemer Young Adult) Group will go to Top Golf (1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318) on Tuesday, January 24th. For those who don't know, Top Golf is Half Price on Tuesdays, making it Very Affordable Cost is based on the rental of the bay, and each Bay can serve six people. We can easily split into multiple groups; it should be an awesome time! You don't need to know how to golf to have a Good time! This is a great time to get out and fellowship among peers as we take out our aggression on some golf balls. Remember, friends and family are always welcome! If you need help with transportation or cost, please don't let that stop you from joining us For cost concerns, please speak to Deacon Mary or Pastor Jenny.
Friday, January 27, 7:30 PM ORGAN ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
The Redeemer Concert series presents the annual celebration of Redeemer’s 73-rank Létourneau pipe organ. This year ’ s concert will feature the church’s Organ Scholars, past and present. We welcome back Andy Jacob and Martha Barth, who each earned their master’s degree and each have full-time church positions in the Twin Cities; and Sam Long, who is working on his master’s degree nearby at Mercer University in Macon Current Organ Scholar Kira Garvie and Redeemer’s Organist Sarah Hawbecker will round out the program. The varied works on the program will span centuries, from Buxtehude and Bach to Herbert Howells and George Shearing The Friends of Music will host a reception in Sims Atrium following the concert.