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 Link to: Submit prayer requests Live Streamed Zoom Communion following postlude Join us for Worship this Sunday | 9:00 am & 11:00 am Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor Mark H. Larson, preaching The theme of the Day In today’s second reading Paul questions why we judge one another, since we all stand before the judgment of God. Yet we do sin against one another, and Jesus’ challenge that we forgive seventy-seven times reveals God’s boundless mercy. When we hear the words of forgiveness in worship and sign ourselves with the cross, we are renewed in baptism to be signs of reconciliation in the world.
This SUNDAY, September 13 10 am - Confirmation: Parent & Student Orientation - Rudisill Hall Beginning September 13 | 10 am Reception Room New Fall Adult Forum Series: “Living the Faith: Christian Discipleship in a Complex World" Join us this fall for a 12-week Adult Forum series, Living the Faith: Christian Discipleship in a Complex World. Unit One: Following Jesus Today, led by Deacon Allison - Sept 13-Oct 4 Sunday School- first day in Classrooms September 13 We can’t wait to learn and grow in faith with your family this year!! There is no Sunday School today due to the holiday. Our first day of SS in classrooms will be September 13. You can register at this link, or speak to Deacon Mary with any questions. Join in welcoming:
God’s Work our Hands Sunday - September 13, 2026 - Plan on staying after the 11 AM service for lunch and then joining the residents of Lutheran Towers for service and fellowship. There will be activities for all ages. Signup in the Sims Atrium or click here
Dani Vogel, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries Roel Salinas, Pastoral Intern Katie Nail, Organ Scholar Benjamin Reid, J.O.Y. Choir Director Elainë Frey, Choral Scholar Delaney Downs, Choral Scholar Kailen McCauley, Choral Scholar Will Starkey, Choral Scholar David-Jayden Waller, Choral Scholar
Faith Formation FAITH FORMATION Sundays 10 am | Room 119 | Be Still and Journey Led by Karen Medford, Kristin Guthrie, & Pat Cornwell After taking a summer break, we will start up again this Sunday. This fall, we are listening to TheoTalks, which are like TedTalks but related to theology. We will listen, contemplate, and share our own experiences. Here is our first one: TheoTalk for September 13. For more information, please contact Kristin Guthrie at kristinguthrie@bellsouth.net. Sundays 10 am | Room 121 | Mysteries of Faith Will not meet this Sunday Mondays 1:30 pm | Reception Room | The Seekers Bible Study Led by Bill Pegram | Study on Matthew Tuesdays 7 am Breakfast Bible Study | Reception Room and Zoom Led by David Ott & Don Noland We are now studying Galatians. 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 Led by Pastor Jonathan Join us for fellowship and learning, Join Pr Jonathan and others on Tuesdays at 5pm as they read The Rev Dr Ron Bonner’s newest book, ‘Making it Plain’. Pr Bonner’s book helps confront racism and white supremacy and deconstructs fictions about racism. As always, reading is optional, but your presence is always welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Pr Jonathan at jtrapp@redeemer.org. Wednesdays 4 pm | Early Birds Bible Study | Reception Room/Zoom Led by David Ott | Study on Matthew Wednesdays 6 pm | Pastors Class - Study of How the Bible Actually Works by Peter Enns How should we read the Bible in a world shaped by science, history, and modern questions? What do we do when Scripture seems confusing, contradictory, or difficult to reconcile with our expectations? This fall, join Pastor Mark for a thoughtful and engaging study of Peter Enns' How the Bible Actually Works. Enns invites readers to see the Bible not as a rulebook or answer key, but as a living story of God's relationship with humanity—a collection of ancient writings that continues to shape faith today. Wednesdays 7 pm | Worship Rejoicing Spirits is Back!! Rejoicing Spirits is back after our summer break! Creation in Christ is an exciting new worship festival that our other services will celebrate on September 6. In Rejoicing Spirits, we will celebrate the beauty and abundance of God’s creation and how we can all care for it. We can’t wait to rejoice with you. This special worship service is designed to be accessible to people of all abilitiesyes, 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 be a friend and make some amazing new friends! On September 20, October 18, November 15, and December 13 from 10:15 - 10:45, you can come to Rudisill Hall (before or after your usual service, if you wish) or participate online: scan the code or follow this link. Mark your calendars!
Youth Save the dates: The Gathering is happening next year! Start planning now to reserve the dates on your calendar: June 28 - July 2, 2027 See the weekly Youth e-newsletter for more events and details!
Keystone
What would you do if you were attacked? Join Keystone on Saturday, September 19th, to learn how to protect yourself, strike using natural movements, de-escalate a situation, stay aware of your surroundings, and more! We will gather at 9:30 am for light refreshments, and class will be held from 10- 11 a.m. There is a $25 cost per person for the class. All ages and abilities are welcome! Use the LINK to sign up.
Community MARK YOUR CALENDAR! More information coming soon... Streets Alive — September 27 Pride Sunday — October 11 Celebration of Ministries — October 18 Gently used Baseball Equipment Needed One of our new Nicaraguan friends, Mike, served as a translator on our recent medical mission trip. He also coaches youth baseball for approximately 150 boys and shared with us a need for used baseballs, bats, gloves, and softballs for young athletes in Nicaragua. Participating in these teams provides more than an opportunity to play—it helps foster Christian values, fellowship, teamwork, and scholastic achievement among young men ages 12–17. If you have gently used baseball equipment to share, please place your donations in the container in the coat rack area marked “Nicaragua Baseball Equipment.” Thank you for helping support these young athletes and their communities! Summer Stitches Ministry Challenge The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites the congregation to participate in Summer Stitches: Faithful Hands and Sacred Makers by knitting or crocheting hats, scarves, prayer shawls, and other handmade items for those in need of warmth, comfort, and prayer. Project Guidelines: Scarves should be at least 60 inches long. Superwash yarn is preferred. Free patterns and yarn are available. Beginners are welcome—help is available for anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet. Please place completed items in the Summer Stitches collection box in Room 119. For more information, patterns, or assistance, contact Pat Cornwell at jpcorn90@gmail.com. Join us in sharing God's love through the gift of handmade care and comfort.
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Women’s Retreat- Registration is Open! This year’s retreat will be a ONE-day event right here in the Atlanta area! We will meet on October 3rd on the beautiful campus of Columbia Seminary in Decatur (near Agnes Scott) from 9 am- 4 pm. We’ll pack a lot of faithful learning and great conversations into those hours. You won’t want to miss it! Our theme this year is Deeply Rooted, Joyfully Sent: rooted in our identity as children of God and members of our faith community, how are we sent to be God’s hands and feet in the world? Our Speaker is Janjay Innis: a public
theologian who preaches, teaches, and facilitates conversations nationally on the most pressing social issues of our time, calling individuals and communities to work together for equitable, lasting change. Link
Jazz Concert at 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 4th The Redeemer Concert Series will open its 2026-27 season with “Fugues, Blues, and Bolling,” a jazz concert featuring music from the Suites for Flute and Cello by Claude Bolling. Anchored by Redeemer’s own jazz percussionist Jerry Fields, the other performers are Congcong Bi, cello; Teodora Stoyanova, flute; Brian Parks, piano; and Chris Riggenbach, bass. The concert will take place in Sims Atrium followed by a reception. Donations will be accepted at the door. All are welcome!
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