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Livestream Zoom Communion following postlude
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.
First Sunday of Advent Pastor Jenny McLellan, preaching
The theme of the Day: The new church year begins with a wake up call: Christ is coming soon! In today’s readings both Paul and Jesus challenge us to wake from sleep, for we know neither the day nor hour of the Lord’s coming Isaiah proclaims the day when God will gather all people on the holy mountain and there will be no more war or suffering Though we vigilantly watch for the promised day of salvation, we wait for what we already have: Christ comes among us this day as the word and meal that strengthens our faith in the promises of God.
Sunday, November 27
OFFICIAL NOTICE OF A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING December 11 following 9:00 am and 11:00 am worship services The purpose of the meeting is the approval of the 2023 Proposed Budget.
The 2023 Annual Budget has been prepared by Staff and the Finance Ministry team and is linked here: 2023 ELCR Financial Budget Document Link
Please also join us following the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Worship Services on Sunday, November 27th, and Sunday, December 4th for Listening Posts to discuss the 2023 Proposed Budget Members of the Church Council, the Finance Team, and the Church Staff will be on hand to review the document and answer questions You can attend in person in Rudisill Hall or feel free to join the conversation online via Zoom. The link can be found in your Saturday update email from Redeemer. We look forward to your participation in one or both of these Listening Posts and to vote upon the budget in the Congregational Meeting on December 11th , 2022. The vote will be held live following the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Worship services with an additional Zoom-only meeting at 10:30 AM.
Lutheran Towers 50ᵗʰ Anniversary! We’re celebrating their 50ᵗʰ anniversary for the entire month of November. You can help our Lutheran Towers neighbors by donating much needed items in boxes provided outside
Redeemer’s library Check out the wish list:
https://www lutherantowers org/resident wishlist/
CHILDREN & FAMILY Ministry
Children's Sunday School
Children's Sunday School this week is Sing and Play from 10 10:45. We are meeting indoors in the Reception Room, next to the Sims Atrium. It is also our last day of Christmas Program Rehearsals during Sunday School. You can view Sing and Play on Livestream at this link.
Children’s Christmas Program be prepared!
If your family is participating, we have one more rehearsal during Sunday School on November 27, with a required Dress Rehearsal on Saturday, December 3: 9:30 11:00 am. Parents on dress rehearsal day you will sign in your kids and help them pick out their costume, label it with their name, and put it in their SS classroom for the next day. Then, you are free to go until pick up time or stay and help out. The performance will be Sunday, December 4: 10 am (9:30 'call time' for performers)
Christopher’s Haven Service Opportunity
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
Family Advent Celebration
On December 4th, after the Christmas Program, please plan on staying for brunch in the atrium and activities to help your family prepare for a meaningful Advent season We will have cookie decorating, a service project for Christopher’s Haven, advent wreath making, and more! No RSVP required
Family Christmas Eve Service
At 3:00 pm on Christmas Eve we are excited to return to our in person Family Christmas Eve service! We love to have our kids help out and lead this special service for their friends, families, and our visitors. Please fill out this short form to express interestif you would like to help. Deacon Mary will then work with you to find the right role for your child
YOUTH Ministry
Confirmation Large Group Session
Fireside Room, 9:45 10:15
High School Sunday School Youth Lounge, 9:45 10:45
Confirmation Small Group Sessions, 10:15 10:45
6th Grade Fireside or Room 103
7th Grade Fireside or Room 103
8th Grade-Pastor Mark’s Office
High School Youth Group 12:30 2 in Youth Lounge
Our Kringles will be distributed on Sunday, December 4 through Sunday, December 18. You can also stop by the table to donate or do it online Thanks for supporting our youth for their Summer 2023 Middle School Mission Trip and High School Mission Trip.
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.
Youth Christmas Party
Youth grades 6 12 are invited to our annual Youth Christmas Party! Please join us in the Youth Lounge on Sunday, December 4 from 12:30 pm 3:00 pm for lunch and a whole bunch of Christmas fun! Lunch will be from Panda Express. Bring a wrapped gift ($10 or less) for our non gag gift exchange RSVP to Hillary by Wednesday, November 30 for food ordering purposes and further details.
Youth Holiday Event @ Lutheran Towers
Mark your calendars as we will be heading to Lutheran Towers on Sunday, December 11 from 2:00 pm 4:00 pm to do a holiday party with the residents
We will be doing:
· Christmas carols and sing along Cookie decorating contest
· Christmas card writing and decorating And more!
If your youth or youth and family are interested in being a part of this event, please contact Paul Isaacson.
Save the date our High School Parents will meet for their monthly gathering on Sunday, December 4 from 10:00 am-10:45 am in the Library.
Save the date our Middle School Parents will meet for their monthly gathering on Sunday, December 11 from 10:00 am-10:45 am in the Library.
ADULT Faith Formation
Be Still & Journey Room 119 | 9:30 am
Led by Pat Cornwell
Gather for fellowship time followed by a study on Advent for Everyone, focusing on Luke by NT Wright
Mindfulness, Prayer, and Meditation Room 121 / Zoom | 10 am
Join Ed Scherlacher to study spiritual practices that can help draw us together and see how God works in our lives
Young Adults Small Group
10:00 AM 10:45 AM | Katie's Corner
Book discussion on 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!
Advent Book Study
Reception Room | 10:00 AM 10:45 AM
Join Pr Jonathan for a discussion around 'The First Advent in Palestine' by Kelley Nikondeha Her book offers an opportunity for us to look at how the advent experience in the first century Palestine still has ramifications for us today Reading the book along with the class is great, but it is not a necessity!
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
We are currently reading Born a Crime by Trevor Noah in which he tells stories about growing up in Apartheid South Africa in a very engaging way. This book study is open to anyone who is interested If you have any questions, please email Pr. Jonathan at jtrapp@redeemer.org
Angel Trees - November 13 to December 11
Inspiritus Gift Drive
Once again, Redeemer members will have 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.
From the Inspiritus family, thank you, Redeemer.
Goshen Valley Gift Drive
Help us create a Merry Christmas for the girls and boys living under Goshen Valley’s care. You can donate items in 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.
This drive is hosted by the Children and Family Ministries Team Speak to Dn. Mary with questions.
Wellspring Living
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!
In person Angel Tree in Sims Atrium Online Amazon Wish List
Please let us know if you purchase a gift by this method by sending an email to amy.carpenter@comcast.net.
