Lent at Redeemer
Our Lenten sermon series, Restored, will trace the saving work of Jesus Christ and the healing that flows from union with him. The healing he brings touches every part of us—spirit, soul, and body—because he himself is our Restorer and our Life.
We also have series guides available as we go through this series together.
You can learn more about Lent at redeemergso.org/lent.
Ordination Service for J.D. Meeder, March 15th
On Sunday, March 15th at 11:00am we will be having a service of ordination into the priesthood for J.D. Meeder. Join us in person or watch online on our Youtube channel. After the service, all are welcome to join us for a reception in the Greenhouse.
Umuganda Day, March 21st
Join us Saturday, March 21st, for Umuganda Day (our Parish, Park, and Farm workday) where we come together to beautify and grow this amazing property that we have been given! We'll begin with coffee, a devotional, and some hot breakfast before we split off in our teams, get to work, then enjoy lunch together!
Childcare for ages 0-5 will be available in the Grove. Older kids are encouraged to work on the same team as their parent/guardian.
Called To Work, Created to Flourish, April 25th
As Christians, we believe that your work - whatever you are called to do in your current season - matters. Vocation is not simply what you do for a paycheck, but rather it is work that God has called us all into, and we are created to flourish in.
"Vocare" is Latin for "to call". God has called Christians as a whole to many things, but each individual also has a particular calling and piece of God's kingdom that they are meant to help build.
Vocare Day: Called to Work, Created to Flourish is a half-day event on April 25th, 8am-1pm, designed to explore exactly what it means to be a good and faithful witnesses in our work. You’ll hear from a variety of speakers and participate in breakout groups. We’ll also have vocational classes for children and youth.
Applications Open for Curacy
A curate works closely with and is mentored by our church’s deacons and priests to gain experience and training under seasoned clergy to lay the foundation for a lifetime of ministry. If you are discerning a call to ministry, we invite you to consider applying for this 2-year residency! You can learn more in the job description below, which also includes a link to the application. The application deadline is April 1st.
Redeemer Parish Gardens
Bring a piece of the ministry of the Farm to your own back (or front) yard! The Farm is launching a new initiative called Redeemer Parish Gardens (RPG) this spring where they will provide and install two 4×8 raised garden beds for you to grow crops (also provided by the Farm) to be harvested and donated to local refugee families (and for your own family to enjoy). During this first year, we are limiting participation to just 12 households—be sure to reserve your spot before they all fill up!
To fully cover all materials, plants, labor and resources, the cost is $650 (can be made in deposits). If you would like to participate but can't quite make that amount work, you can apply a $100 discount at registration.
Baptism Class, March 24th
We have baptisms coming up during our Easter Vigil service on Saturday, April 4th! If you’d like to have yourself or your child baptized during Easter Vigil, please sign up for our next Baptism Class on Tuesday, March 24th. The class will meet from 5:30–7:30pm and there will be childcare available if you need it. We'll begin in the sanctuary with a walk-through of the liturgy and logistics. Following this, we’ll enjoy a light dinner together and spend time teaching on the theology of baptism and engaging in faith formation activities.
In order to prepare well for this class, the registration deadline is Wednesday, March 18th. If you have any questions about this class, you can reach out to Rev. Zach Croonquist.
Vestry Nominations & Rector Search Committee
Some members of our Vestry will be rolling off in June, and we are looking to add 3-4 new vestry members. If you’d like to nominate someone, fill out this form by March 22nd. You may make multiple nominations and they must be an adult confirmed member.
If you’d like to be on our Rector Search Committee, fill out this application.
Game Night Fundraiser, April 11th
Get ready for a night of fun and games as we host a Game Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 11th from 6:30-10:30pm benefiting the Fellows trip to Rwanda! This event is open to all and will feature a variety of games, pizza, snacks, and drinks. Tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for youth (ages 12-18)! Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and RSVP at the link below!
Acts Bible Study, Part Two
Women's, Men's, and Co-Ed Bible study groups will begin part two of studying the book of Acts Bible study during the week of January 12th and will go through March 25th. If you weren’t able to participate in the fall, you are more than welcome to jump in for part two! See group details below and click the links to join a group:
Women’s Groups:
Tuesdays: 9:15-11:15am in the Grove (childcare available) (join here)
Wednesdays: 7:15-8:30am at Borough Coffee (join here).
Men’s Group: Tuesdays, 7-8:30am in the Grove (join here)
Coed Group: Wednesdays, 6-8pm during Connections (class will start at 6:45pm) (join here)
Volunteer in Redeemer Kids!
We love our Redeemer kiddos & you don’t have to look too hard on any given Sunday to see we have LOTS of them (with more to come)! It takes many hands to care for and disciple our littlest saints. There is a current urgent need for additional hands in Redeemer Kids, specifically on the Nursery and Children’s Check-in team. If you’re interested in volunteering, sign up below to fill out the application, or reach out to Anna Lynch if you have any questions.