 image: This week's gospel banner image is "The Touch" by Aaron & Alan Hicks
 Tomorrow ~ Council Retreat Tomorrow at 10am ~ RLC + MCCC Diaper Day March 19, 2023 ~ Augsburg Research Photo Op 11:30am - 1:30pm after worship March 29, 2023 ~ Food & Faith Learning First Communion learning session at Christ the River of Life April 2 - 9, 2023 ~ Holy Week 4/2 Palms to Passion Sunday (at Redeemer) 4/6 Maundy Thursday & First Communion Worship (at Salem) 4/7 Good Friday (at Redeemer) 4/9 Easter Morning (at Redeemer) April 16, 2023 ~ Pastor Nicholas Tangen @ RLC Pastor Nicholas Tangen will join us to talk about the Minneapolis Area Synod's Faith & Neighboring Practices Grant April 23, 2023 ~ Earth Day Songs are Seeds Concert Earth Day Benefit Concert with MN Interfaith Power & Light (MNIPL). Tickets on sale now. Summer 2023 ~ Redeemer Goes to Camp! 6/26-6/29: Summer J.A.M. Camp at Redeemer (grades K-5) 7/28-7/30: Family Camp @ Luther Park (registration open!)  REMINDER OF CAUTION AGAINST SPAM & PHISHING EMAILS
If you receive an email from someone claiming to be Pastor Jen Collins or a redeemer staff member, asking for gift cards, money, or other financial gifts, please make sure you check that it is from a "@redeemermpls.org" email address. If it is NOT then do not reply and know it's most likely a spam or phishing email trying to scam you for personal information or money. Know we will never ask for personal or financial information over an email. Additionally, all emails from Pastor Jen will include her contact card at the end of the email, with her photo, email and phone contact information, and a confidentiality notice. Any sender posing as Pastor Jen but lacking her contact card ought to be ignored and/or reported as spam. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. 
 In Loving Memory of their beloved daughter and Redeemer member Cheryl Branch, the Branch family invites you to join in a Celebration of Cheryl's life on Thursday, March 16th at Redeemer Lutheran Church (1800 Glenwood Ave., Mpls, MN). They will host a visitation at 2pm followed by the Celebration of Life service at 3pm and a reception afterwards. Along with prayer for her surviving family, you may help and support the Branches by helping to prepare the reception that will follow her Celebration of Life service. Please contact the church office or Pastor Jen if you'd like to help. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Cheryl Elaine Branch, you may do so here.  AUGSBURG STUDENT PROJECT: March 19, 2023 Photo Op for Future Research on Facial Recognition & Social Biases  Come learn about memory for faces with guest speaker Dr. Ben Denkinger, following worship downstairs in the fellowship hall. Light lunch and refreshments provided.
 March 12, 2023 ~ Spring Forward! Remember to set your clocks one hour forward! March 18, 2023 ~ Council Retreat March 18, 2023 ~ RLC + MCCC Diaper Day March 19, 2023 ~ Augsburg Research Photo Op 11:30am - 1:30pm after worship March 29, 2023 ~ Food & Faith Learning First Communion learning session at Christ the River of Life April 2 - 9, 20223 ~ Holy Week 4/2 Palms to Passion Sunday (at Redeemer) 4/6 Maundy Thursday & First Communion Worship (at Salem) 4/7 Good Friday (at Redeemer) 4/9 Easter Morning (at Redeemer) April 16, 2023 ~ Pastor Nicholas Tangen @ RLC Pastor Nicholas Tangen will join us to talk about the Minneapolis Area Synod's Faith & Neighboring Practices Grant April 23, 2023 ~ Earth Day Songs are Seeds Concert Earth Day Benefit Concert with MN Interfaith Power & Light (MNIPL). Tickets on sale now. Summer 2023 ~ Redeemer Goes to Camp! 6/26-6/29: Summer J.A.M. Camp at Redeemer (grades K-5) 7/28-7/30: Family Camp @ Luther Park (registration open!)  REMINDER of CAUTION AGAINST SPAM & PHISHING EMAILS | If you receive an email from someone claiming to be Pastor Jen Collins or a redeemer staff member, asking for gift cards, money, or other financial gifts, please make sure you check that it is from a "@redeemermpls.org" email address. If it is NOT then do not reply and know it's most likely a spam or phishing email trying to scam you for personal information or money. Know we will never ask for personal or financial information over an email.
Additionally, all emails from Pastor Jen will include her contact card at the end of the email, with her photo, email and phone contact information, and a confidentiality notice. Any sender posing as Pastor Jen but lacking her contact card ought to be ignored and/or reported as spam. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  SUNDAY WORSHIP
 In Loving Memory of their beloved daughter and Redeemer member Cheryl Branch, the Branch family invites you to join in a Celebration of Cheryl's life on Thursday, March 16th at Redeemer Lutheran Church (1800 Glenwood Ave., Mpls, MN). They will host a visitation at 2pm followed by the Celebration of Life service at 3pm and a reception afterwards. Along with prayer for her surviving family, you may help and support the Branches by helping to prepare the reception that will follow her Celebration of Life service. Please contact the church office or Pastor Jen if you'd like to help.  AUGSBURG STUDENT PROJECT: Photo Op for Future Research on Facial Recognition & Social Biases
 March 5, 2023 ~ Service of Thanksgiving Thanking outgoing council members and installing 2023 church councilors March 18, 2023 ~ Council Retreat March 18, 2023 ~ RLC + MCCC Diaper Day March 19, 2023 ~ Augsburg Research Photo Op 11:30am - 1:30pm after worship March 29, 2023 ~ Food & Faith Learning First Communion learning session at Christ the River of Life April 2 - 9, 20223 ~ Holy Week 4/2 Palms to Passion Sunday (at Redeemer) 4/6 Maundy Thursday & First Communion Worship (at Salem) 4/7 Good Friday (at Redeemer) 4/9 Easter Morning (at Redeemer) April 16, 2023 ~ Pastor Nicholas Tangen @ RLC Pastor Nicholas Tangen will join us to talk about the Minneapolis Area Synod's Faith & Neighboring Practices Grant April 23, 2023 ~ Earth Day Songs are Seeds Concert Earth Day Benefit Concert with MN Interfaith Power & Light (MNIPL). Tickets on sale now. Summer 2023 ~ Redeemer Goes to Camp! 6/26-6/29: Summer J.A.M. Camp at Redeemer (grades K-5) 7/28-7/30: Family Camp @ Luther Park (registration open!)  REMINDER OF CAUTION AGAINST SPAM & PHISHING EMAILS If you receive an email from someone claiming to be Pastor Jen Collins or a redeemer staff member, asking for gift cards, money, or other financial gifts, please make sure you check that it is from a "@redeemermpls.org" email address. If it is NOT then do not reply and know it's most likely a spam or phishing email trying to scam you for personal information or money. Know we will never ask for personal or financial information over an email. Additionally, all emails from Pastor Jen will include her contact card at the end of the email, with her photo, email and phone contact information, and a confidentiality notice. Any sender posing as Pastor Jen but lacking her contact card ought to be ignored and/or reported as spam. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. 
  Wednesday Evening Lenten Gatherings Join us Wednesday evenings in Lent (March 1 - March 29) at 6:30pm at Christ the River of Life for a light dinner followed by a time of meditation, prayer, and song with Holden Evening Prayer. We're looking for volunteers! Help lead Holden Evening Prayer worship or talk to Pastor Jen if you'd like to help provide the meal at CROL. Christ the River of Life 2200 Freemont Ave N. Mpls, 55411 
 The God Who Sees by Karen Gonzalez Sundays, February 26th to April 2nd Join us beginning this Sunday evening at 6pm via zoom as we read together The God Who Sees. Register here to receive the login link. Need a book? The first 13 people to register receive a FREE** book provided by a Thrivent grant, and Audible audiobooks are free! Meet people who have fled their homelands. Hagar. Joseph. Ruth. Jesus. Here is a riveting story of seeking safety in another land. Here is a gripping journey of loss, alienation, and belonging. In The God Who Sees, immigration advocate Karen Gonzalez recounts her family’s migration from the instability of Guatemala to making a new life in Los Angeles and the suburbs of south Florida. In the midst of language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the tremendous pressure to assimilate, Gonzalez encounters Christ through a campus ministry program and begins to follow him. Here, too, is the sweeping epic of immigrants and refugees in Scripture. **If you are able to purchase your own book please do! This allows leaves books for individuals for whom cost may be a barrier.  Palm to Passion Sunday April 2, 2023 Kids are invited to join for a Palm processional at the opening of our worship service. Maundy Thursday Worship + First Communion April 6, 2023 | 7:00pm at Salem We will enjoy a community meal at 6pm and begin worship at 7pm at Salem. Good Friday Worship April 7, 2923 | 7:00pm at Redeemer During this evening service we will offer interactive stations with several spiritual practices: stories, prayer, movement, songs, candles and labyrinths. Pastor Eric Hoffer of Salem Lutheran will share a message. Join as you are able. Easter Sunday April 9, 2023 at Redeemer Join us Easter morning for Resurrection worship! 
 2.24.23 (tomorrow): Pizza & Game Night
All ages welcome at Pastor Jen's house. RSVP by emailing or calling Pr Jen! 2.25.23 - Worship at Redeemer: This is My Body begins. Join us for coffee hour at 9am followed by worship at 10:30am 2.26.23 - The God Who Sees Book study begins on zoom in the evening. 3.5.23 - Blessing of Council Members Blessing of outgoing council leaders & installation of 2023 leaders during worship 3.18.23 - Church council retreat Book study begins on zoom in the evening. 
 
 Wednesday Evening Lenten Gatherings Join us Wednesday evenings in Lent (March 1 - March 29) at 6:30pm at Christ the River of Life for a light dinner followed by a time of meditation, prayer, and song with Holden Evening Prayer. Christ the River of Life | 2200 Freemont Ave N. Mpls, 55411  Sundays in Lent:This is My Body Every Sunday in Lent we will explore how Jesus lived in his body on earth and invites us to take care of —and embrace the goodness of—our own bodies. Each week our Gospel will highlight a different story from Jesus’ life and connect it to shared human experiences—like growing up, taking naps, or drinking water. By engaging with these stories through a broad lens of embodiment, This is My Body seeks to inspire curiosity, wonder, and awe in all ages. Lent devotionals are available for families as a downloadable resource, and printed copies will be available upon request. We are utilizing resources from Illustrated Ministry, which are written for all ages. We believe you’ll find appropriate questions and discussion topics in each devotional for your children and yourself no matter the age. At the same time, feel free to tweak content and questions to work for your family. You don’t need to do all the activities for it to be a meaningful experience. Take a look at the devotionals, see what you think will work best for your family’s schedule, and find time each week to gather together.  The God Who Sees by Karen Gonzalez Sundays, February 26th to April 2nd Join us on Sunday evenings at 6pm via zoom as we read The God Who Sees. Register here to receive the login link. Need a book? The first 13 people to register receive a FREE** book provided by a Thrivent grant, and Audible audiobooks are free! Meet people who have fled their homelands. Hagar. Joseph. Ruth. Jesus. Here is a riveting story of seeking safety in another land. Here is a gripping journey of loss, alienation, and belonging. In The God Who Sees, immigration advocate Karen Gonzalez recounts her family’s migration from the instability of Guatemala to making a new life in Los Angeles and the suburbs of south Florida. In the midst of language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the tremendous pressure to assimilate, Gonzalez encounters Christ through a campus ministry program and begins to follow him. Here, too, is the sweeping epic of immigrants and refugees in Scripture. **If you are able to purchase your own book please do! This allows leaves books for individuals for whom cost may be a barrier.   The First Communion Food & Faith Learning event will be hosted on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Christ the River of Life. Talk to Pastor Jen to get your names on our First Communion prayers for Maundy Thursday. This is a Celebration of Communion for those who are receiving for the first time and/or those who already receive and would like to learn more about this sacred meal. During our Lenten Wednesday time we will explore through tangible ways a renewed understanding of why we come to the table and what it means. Join to taste and see and maybe even bake as we prepare to come to Jesus’ table. During our Maundy Thursday Service, April 6th at 7pm (following our 6pm meal) at Salem Lutheran Church, we will receive communion and mark this faith milestone in our journey, welcoming the children of God to share in Holy Communion is part of our Baptismal promise! We acknowledge young children are capable of understanding what it means to be part of a family and share a meal together. We teach children that Holy Communion (Lord’s Supper, Eucharist) is from God and it is something that we receive together. The body and blood of Christ “for you” includes all who come to the table. We trust that as children grow in years, their understanding of the mysterious gift of the sacrament of Holy Communion will grow with them, through their elementary, tween, teen, and into adulthood. This gift of forgiveness, new life, and salvation is one that we want to give out as liberally as we can, and that all are welcome at the table. Children of all ages are welcome at the Table!  Palm to Passion Sunday April 2, 2023 @10:30am Kids are invited to join for a Palm processional at the opening of our worship service. Maundy Thursday @ Salem April 6, 2023 | 7pm We will join the Northside Parishes at Salem ELCA for a community meal followed by Maundy Thursday worship with First Communion. 4150 Dupont Ave N. Mpls, MN Good Friday @ Redeemer April 7, 2023 | 7pm During this evening service we will offer interactive stations with several spiritual practices: stories, prayer, movement, songs, candles and labyrinths. Pastor Eric Hoffer of Salem Lutheran will share a message. Join as you are able. Easter @ Redeemer April 9, 2023 | 10:30am Join us Easter morning at Redeemer for Resurrection worship! 
 New or Newish to Redeemer? Let's Gather! Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s meet and gather. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering dates below and join in. RSVP here!  2.19.23 - Worship at Redeemer
Join us for coffee hour at 9am followed by worship at 10:30am and the Baptism of Ar'rynn De Souza! 2.20.23 - Redeemer Gathering 3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+) 2.22.23 - Ash Wednesday 12pm Drive-up ashes & Communion 7pm Ash Wednesday service @ CROL 2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen 2.26.23 - The God Who Sees Book study begins! 
 Sunday Morning Worship | 10:30am Join us Sunday morning at 10:30am for worship. As always, our Sunday worship will be streaming on Zoom here (passcode: Redeemer) or Facebook Live. The worship bulletin can also be found on our website. 
Sundays in Lent |This is My Body Every Sunday in Lent we will explore how Jesus lived in his body on earth and invites us to take care of —and embrace the goodness of—our own bodies. Each week our Gospel will highlight a different story from Jesus’ life and connect it to shared human experiences—like growing up, taking naps, or drinking water. By engaging with these stories through a broad lens of embodiment, This is My Body seeks to inspire curiosity, wonder, and awe in all ages.
Lenten Book Club: The God Who Sees (Register here) >> Dates & Times TBD - Sign up with your preferred date/time by 2/19/23
 First Communion - Food & Faith Learning Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Christ the River of Life Talk to Pastor Jen to get your names on our First Communion prayers for Maundy Thursday. Celebration of communion for those who are receiving for the first time or those who already receive are invited to learn more about this sacred meal. During our Lenten Wednesday time we will explore through tangible ways a renewed understanding of why we come to the table and what it means. Join to taste and see and maybe even bake as we prepare to come to Jesus’ table. During our Maundy Thursday Service, April 6th at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm dinner offered before) at Salem Lutheran Church we will receive communion and mark this faith milestone in our journey. Welcoming the children of God to share in Holy Communion is part of our Baptismal promise! We acknowledge young children are capable of understanding what it means to be part of a family and share a meal together. We teach children that Holy Communion (Lord’s Supper, Eucharist) is from God and it is something that we receive together. The body and blood of Christ “for you” includes all who come to the table. We trust that as children grow in years, their understanding of the mysterious gift of the sacrament of Holy Communion will grow with them, through their elementary, tween, teen, and into adulthood. This gift of forgiveness, new life, and salvation is one that we want to give out as liberally as we can, and that all are welcome at the table. Children of all ages are welcome at the Table! 
 New or Newish to Redeemer? Let's Gather! Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s meet and gather. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering dates below and join in! RSVP Here  2.12.23 - Redeemer Gathering
12:30 pm at Graze Mpls (all ages) 2.15.23 - Brunch at Milda’s 2.18.23 - Bowling at Elsies 10:00am (all ages) 2.20.23 - Redeemer Gathering 3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+) 2.22.23 - Ash Wednesday 2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen 2.26.23 - The God Who Sees Book study begins 
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 | We'll be celebrating with a Litany in Honor of Black History Month! |
Pastoral Care Needs: February 1-6, 2023
Pastor Jen will be out of town at the ELCA Youth Extravaganza Conference, returning to the office Tuesday, February 7th. If you are in need of pastoral care during this time,
please contact Pastor Babette Chatman!
The God Who Sees |  |
 | Ash Wendesday | February 22 Drive-up Ashes & Communion, 12-1pm |
Wednesday Evening |  |
Lenten Book Club: The God Who Sees (Register here)
>> Dates & Times TBD - Sign up with your preferred date/time by Feb. 19th
>> Books will be available for free via Thrivent grant to the first 13 readers who need assistance purchasing their copies (Audiobooks are free)
 | Meet people who have fled their homelands. Hagar. Joseph. Ruth. Jesus. Here is a riveting story of seeking safety in another land. Here is a gripping journey of loss, alienation, and belonging. In The God Who Sees, immigration advocate Karen Gonzalez recounts her family’s migration from the instability of Guatemala to making a new life in Los Angeles and the suburbs of south Florida. In the midst of language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the tremendous pressure to assimilate, Gonzalez encounters Christ through a campus ministry program and begins to follow him. Here, too, is the sweeping epic of immigrants and refugees in Scripture. |
 | Worship Helpers Needed! >> |
Are You a Member of Thrivent Financial?
If you are a participant with Thrivent Financial you might be able to help support Redeemer through Thrivent Action Team ($250 twice a year grants) and with your Choice dollars. Please reach out to your Thrivent representative or reach out to Pastor Jen for more information! |  |
Diapers Needed at MCCC!
 | Our neighborhood food shelf is in desperate need of diapers for distribution.Redeemer's Drop-Off day is on the 3rd Saturday every month. To volunteer, reach out to Sally Ankerfelt. Bring diapers of any size to church on Sundays or during regular office hours Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sizes 3 to 6 are most-requested! |
New or Newish to Redeemer? Let's Gather!
Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s meet and gather. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering dates below and join in.
RSVP here!
 | Health Commons at |
 | Sharing & Caring Hands |
February 5, 2023 | Guest Preacher Amy Koopman |
 | This Sunday @11:30am: Annual Meeting Join us after worship for our Annual Meeting in the fellowship hall. We'll review the ministry reports and vote to elect new church council members. Please let us know if you did not receive your letter in the mail so we can update our database and stay in touch with you! Instructions, link, and passcode for joining via zoomare at the top of page 4 in the annual report, which you may preview here or download below. 
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| Council Positions Open! This Sunday we will elect some council members, including Treasurer (1), Members at large (2-3),and RCFL Board (2). These servant leadership positions are opportunities for us to envision, develop, and implement our hopes and intentions, and deepen our commitments with God and one another for Redeemer and North Mpls. Nominations will be accepted until Sunday. Prayerfully consider God's guidance for you! |  |
Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30am
As always, we hope you'll join us for worship Sunday at 10:30am after coffee hour (9am) in the Library. Those who cannot join us in person are welcome to be with us via zoom (passcode: Redeemer) or Facebook Live!
 | February 5th: Guest Preacher Amy Courts Koopman While Pastor Jen is out of town for the ELCA Youth Extravaganza, long-time Redeemer member and recent seminary graduate Amy Courts Koopman will be our guest preacher next week. February 1-6: Pastoral Care Pastor Jen will be out of town at ELCA Youth Extravaganza Conference, returning to office February 7th. During this time if you are in need of pastoral care, please contact Pastor Babette. |
| The God Who Sees Over the next 6 weeks we will be on a journey of seeing, taking time to see where God is showing up. We will meet the Holy Family as they will have to flee their homeland seeking safety in another land and fast forward to Jesus, in his 30s, beginning his ministry. Through these weeks, we will see a God who is ever present, truly seeing us in our journeys of alienation, loss, and belonging. |  |
| | Worship Helpers Needed! Seeking Communion Assistants (setup & serving), Readers, Greeters, and Ushers We need you! Sign up ahead of time to help us practice sharing in leading our worship time together in community. As you volunteer you will be equipped with the know-how and be surprised how simple it is! People will also get to know you more. SIGN UP HERE! |
| Are You a Member of Thrivent Financial? If you are a participant with Thrivent Financial you might be able to help support Redeemer through Thrivent Action Team ($250 twice a year grants) and with your Choice dollars. Please reach out to your Thrivent representative or reach out to Pastor Jen for more information! |  |
| | Diapers Needed at MCCC! Our neighborhood food shelf is in desperate need of diapers for distribution. Redeemer's Drop-Off is on 3rd Saturdays. To volunteer, reach out to Sally Ankerfelt. Bring diapers of any size to church on Sundays or during regular office hours Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sizes 3 to 6 are most-requested! |
New or Newish to Redeemer? Let's Gather!
Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s meet and gather. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering dates below and join in >> RSVP here!
Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s meet and gather. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering dates below and join in >> RSVP here!
| Health Commons at the Living Room Health Commons offers Drop-In Services every Tuesday from 3-6pm. For more information or to get involved, visit their facebook page or call Bertha (763-843-9988) or Angela (651-529-6003). |  |
| Health Sharing & Caring Hands Mary's Place provides an array of services to unhoused and poor persons stand as a beacon of hope to the alone, afraid, and in need. They are in need of volunteer tutors to help the children living at Mary’s Place homeless shelter, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm. Volunteers must be age 16+. |  |
| Hocokata Ti Visit with CLNE: Jan. 28, 2023 Hoċokata Ti’s (pronounced 'ho-cho-ka-ta tee' ) provides visitors with a cultural experience that enhances their knowledge and understanding of the Mdewakanton (pronounced ‘med-ah-wah-kah-ton' ) Dakota people and their history. Join the Center for Leadership and Neighborhood Engagement (CLNE) for a guided tour and reflection. Family friendly for school-aged kids! We'll provide a space to connect, reflect, and build community afterwards! |  |
This Sunday, 1.29.23 – Annual Meeting & Potluck
Immediately Following worship
2.4.23 - Redeemer Women's Brunch
10am - Noon at Jane Friendshuh's | Contact Lonna for more information!
2.5.23 - Guest Preacher Amy Koopman
2.12.23 - Redeemer Gathering
12:30 pm at Graze Mpls (all ages)
2.15.23 - Brunch at Milda’s
2.18.23 - Bowling at Elsies
10:00am (all ages)
2.20.23 - Redeemer Gathering
3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+)
2.22.23 - Ash Wednesday
2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s
All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen
Immediately Following worship
2.4.23 - Redeemer Women's Brunch
10am - Noon at Jane Friendshuh's | Contact Lonna for more information!
2.5.23 - Guest Preacher Amy Koopman
2.12.23 - Redeemer Gathering
12:30 pm at Graze Mpls (all ages)
2.15.23 - Brunch at Milda’s
2.18.23 - Bowling at Elsies
10:00am (all ages)
2.20.23 - Redeemer Gathering
3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+)
2.22.23 - Ash Wednesday
2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s
All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen
Welcome Leon Dixon, Jr.
Meet & Greet with RCFL Executive Director
January 23, 2023
Meet & Greet with RCFL Executive Director
January 23, 2023
| Meet Leon Dixon Jr. as we bless and welcome him on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Redeemer in worship and for a fellowship celebration immediately after worship. This is another monumental transition in our partnering organization Redeemer Center for Life. |  |
Baptism of Our Lord
 | January 22, 2023 | 10:30am Join us this Sunday morning for coffee hour at 9am in the Library, followed by worship at 10:30am as we celebrate the feast of the Baptism of Christ. We will give thanks and remember our Baptism with Asperges, the sprinkling of water as we sing together. |
The God Who Sees
A six-week journey of seeing and taking the time to find where God is showing up.
A six-week journey of seeing and taking the time to find where God is showing up.
| We will meet the Holy Family as they will have to flee their homeland seeking safety in another land and fast forward to Jesus, in his 30s, beginning his ministry. Through these weeks, we will see a God who is ever present, truly seeing us in our journeys of alienation, loss, and belonging. |  |
Join the Redeemer Church Council
Church Leadership Positions OPEN:
Treasurer (1), Member at Large (2-3), RCFL Board (2)
Prayerfully consider where God might be guiding you, and please reach out to Pastor Jen or any of our current council to learn more.
Church Leadership Positions OPEN:
Treasurer (1), Member at Large (2-3), RCFL Board (2)
Prayerfully consider where God might be guiding you, and please reach out to Pastor Jen or any of our current council to learn more.
 | These servant leadership positions are opportunities for us to envision, develop and implement our hopes, intentions and deepen our commitments with God and one another for Redeemer and Northside. Nominations will be accepted the day of the annual meeting, January 29th. |
Calling Thrivent Members!
| Are you a member of Thrivent Financial? If so, you may be eligible to help support Redeemer through Thrivent Action Team ($250 twice-per-year grants) and with your Choice dollars. Reach out to your Thrivent representative or reach out to Pastor Jen to learn more. |  |
Diapers Needed!
Upcoming dates: Saturday, January 21st
(10am diaper drop time at Redeemer)
Our neighborhood food shelf is in desperate need of diapers for distribution. Remember Redeemer will be dropping off on 3rd Saturdays, if you can help deliver each out to Sally Ankerfelt. Please bring boxes of diapers of any size (sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 are the most requested) to church on Sundays or drop off during Pastor Jen’s and Amy’s office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Upcoming dates: Saturday, January 21st
(10am diaper drop time at Redeemer)
Our neighborhood food shelf is in desperate need of diapers for distribution. Remember Redeemer will be dropping off on 3rd Saturdays, if you can help deliver each out to Sally Ankerfelt. Please bring boxes of diapers of any size (sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 are the most requested) to church on Sundays or drop off during Pastor Jen’s and Amy’s office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
New / Newish to Redeemer?
Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s gather!
Welcoming and building a sense of belonging is a core value we hold and strive to live into. If you are wanting to connect and widen your circle of friends in Christ. Let’s gather!
| Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been with us a long time, know you are loved by God and appreciated in this community of faith. We will visit, explore interests, and be curious as we meet together. Check out the gathering save-the-dates below, and plan to join in. RSVP here! |  |
Sharing & Caring Hands
Mary's Place is a Minneapolis organization, who compassionately responds to the needs of the poor. Email them to volunteer!
Mary's Place is a Minneapolis organization, who compassionately responds to the needs of the poor. Email them to volunteer!
 | They provide an array of services to the homeless and poor and stand as a beacon of hope to those that are alone, afraid, and in need. They are in need of volunteer tutors to help the children living at Mary’s Place homeless shelter. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00pm. Volunteers must be age 16+ |
Health Commons at the Living Room
Drop-in Services every Tuesday from 3-6pm
For more information, visit their facebook page or
call Bertha (763-843-9988) or Angela (651-529-6003).
Drop-in Services every Tuesday from 3-6pm
For more information, visit their facebook page or
call Bertha (763-843-9988) or Angela (651-529-6003).
| Hoċokata Ti’s (pronounced 'ho-cho-ka-ta tee' ) provides visitors with a cultural experience that enhances their knowledge and understanding of the Mdewakanton (pronounced ‘med-ah-wah-kah-ton' ) Dakota people and their history. Join Center for Leadership and Neighborhood Engagement (CLNE) for a guided tour and reflection. Family friendly for school-aged kids! We'll provide a space to connect, reflect, and build community afterwards! |  |
1.29.23 – Annual Meeting & Potluck
Immediately Following worship
2.4.23 – Women's Gathering
Contact Lonna for more information
2.12.23 – Redeemer Gathering
12:30 pm at Graze Mpls (all ages)
2.15.23 – Brunch at Milda’s
2.18.23 – Bowling at Elsies
10:00am (all ages)
2.20.23 – Redeemer Gathering
3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+)
2.22.23 – Ash Wednesday
2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s
All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen
Immediately Following worship
2.4.23 – Women's Gathering
Contact Lonna for more information
2.12.23 – Redeemer Gathering
12:30 pm at Graze Mpls (all ages)
2.15.23 – Brunch at Milda’s
2.18.23 – Bowling at Elsies
10:00am (all ages)
2.20.23 – Redeemer Gathering
3:00pm at Graze (Adults 18+)
2.22.23 – Ash Wednesday
2.24.23 - Pizza & Game Night at Pastor Jen’s
All ages, RSVP to Pr Jen
MLK Community Weekend
MLK Weekend: January 14 - 16, 2023
Thank you to all you showed up today for our Day of Service at MCCC
and Salem ELCA to distribute food and goods to our neighbors!
If you'd like to volunteer tomorrow or Monday, please Contact
Pastor Jen Collins, Kelly Sherman-Conroy, or Joe Davis
What's Happening:
January 15: Day of Fellowship
CommUNITY Meal after worship
Join us at Redeemer for a meal, 12-2pm.
We'll gather to be fed and connected.
This is a Potluck Style Meal so bring a dish to share! (Main dish provided)
Please label for those who have allergies and dietary restrictions.
Monday, January 16th: Day of Celebration
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day!
Bring the entire family to Redeemer at 2pm
for a celebration of unity through music, poetry readings, and more!
Featured artists will be Ayssa Schwitzer, Joe Davis, and Theo Brown
MLK Weekend: January 14 - 16, 2023
Thank you to all you showed up today for our Day of Service at MCCC
and Salem ELCA to distribute food and goods to our neighbors!
If you'd like to volunteer tomorrow or Monday, please Contact
Pastor Jen Collins, Kelly Sherman-Conroy, or Joe Davis
What's Happening:
January 15: Day of Fellowship
CommUNITY Meal after worship
Join us at Redeemer for a meal, 12-2pm.
We'll gather to be fed and connected.
This is a Potluck Style Meal so bring a dish to share! (Main dish provided)
Please label for those who have allergies and dietary restrictions.
Monday, January 16th: Day of Celebration
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day!
Bring the entire family to Redeemer at 2pm
for a celebration of unity through music, poetry readings, and more!
Featured artists will be Ayssa Schwitzer, Joe Davis, and Theo Brown
Sunday Morning Worship: The Flight to Egypt
Tomorrow, January 15, 2023 | 10:30am
Second Sunday of Epiphany
Join us for Coffee Hour before worship
at 9:00am in the Library
In-Person and Streaming:
Facebook & Zoom (passcode: Redeemer)
If you are joining us online, you may follow along in the
service with the bulletin here.
Tomorrow, January 15, 2023 | 10:30am
Second Sunday of Epiphany
Join us for Coffee Hour before worship
at 9:00am in the Library
In-Person and Streaming:
Facebook & Zoom (passcode: Redeemer)
If you are joining us online, you may follow along in the
service with the bulletin here.
The God Who Sees
| | Over the next 6 weeks we will be on a journey of seeing, taking time to see where God is showing up. We will meet the Holy Family as they will have to flee their homeland seeking safety in another land and fast forward to Jesus, in his 30s, beginning his ministry. Through these weeks, we will see a God who is ever present, truly seeing us in our journeys of alienation, loss, and belonging. |
Calling Thrivent Members
| Are you a member of Thrivent Financial? Then you may be able to support Redeemer with a Thrivent Action Team ($250 2x annually) and Choice dollars. Reach out to your Thrivent representative or Pastor Jen to learn more. |  |
Diapers Needed!
RLC Volunteer Day: Saturday, January 21st
(Diaper Drop off at Redeemer at 10am)
Our neighborhood food shelf (at MCCC) is in desperate need of diapers for distribution. Remember Redeemer drops off our collected diapers on 3rd Saturdays. If you can help deliver or volunteer, reach out to Sally Ankerfelt. Please bring boxes of diapers of any size (sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 are the most requested) to church on Sundays or drop off during office hours Tuesdays and Thursdays.
RLC Volunteer Day: Saturday, January 21st
(Diaper Drop off at Redeemer at 10am)
Our neighborhood food shelf (at MCCC) is in desperate need of diapers for distribution. Remember Redeemer drops off our collected diapers on 3rd Saturdays. If you can help deliver or volunteer, reach out to Sally Ankerfelt. Please bring boxes of diapers of any size (sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 are the most requested) to church on Sundays or drop off during office hours Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Interfaith Legislation Hearings & Rallies
Democracy Day at Capitol | January 17, 9:30am
(We Choose Us Campaign action)
Hello Redeemer family, it’s Mannie ( They/He ) -- you might have seen me around! I’m a community organizer with ISAIAH/ FAITH IN MN under the Barbershop and Black Congregation Cooperative. Right now we are working to create some huge change within Minnesota and especially in Minneapolis. We are working to bring legislation around rent stabilization to create equitable forms of living, and on building an equitable multiracial/multicultural democracy by fighting to pass the Restore the Vote bill to allow those who have finished time in prison to rejoin community and participate in democracy through the right to vote. These are huge opportunities to see change in our communities, especially for some of us who come from marginalized communities.
Democracy Day at Capitol | January 17, 9:30am
(We Choose Us Campaign action)
Hello Redeemer family, it’s Mannie ( They/He ) -- you might have seen me around! I’m a community organizer with ISAIAH/ FAITH IN MN under the Barbershop and Black Congregation Cooperative. Right now we are working to create some huge change within Minnesota and especially in Minneapolis. We are working to bring legislation around rent stabilization to create equitable forms of living, and on building an equitable multiracial/multicultural democracy by fighting to pass the Restore the Vote bill to allow those who have finished time in prison to rejoin community and participate in democracy through the right to vote. These are huge opportunities to see change in our communities, especially for some of us who come from marginalized communities.
| I am looking for people who are intrigued and eager to get involved to come with me and create noise around these issues. If you are someone close to you who has been affected by unfair living or is victim of the justice system, let me know and register to join me in this fight. Thank you so much! |  |
Hocokata Ti
January 28, 2023
Hoċokata Ti’s (pronounced 'ho-cho-ka-ta tee' ) provides visitors with a cultural experience that enhances their knowledge and understanding of the Mdewakanton (pronounced ‘med-ah-wah-kah-ton' ) Dakota people and their history.
January 28, 2023
Hoċokata Ti’s (pronounced 'ho-cho-ka-ta tee' ) provides visitors with a cultural experience that enhances their knowledge and understanding of the Mdewakanton (pronounced ‘med-ah-wah-kah-ton' ) Dakota people and their history.
 | Join Center for Leadership and Neighborhood Engagement (CLNE) for a guided tour and reflection. Family friendly for school-aged kids! We'll provide a space to connect, reflect, and build community afterwards! Learn more and register here. |
Sharing & Caring Hands
Mary's Place is A Minneapolis organization, who compassionately responds to the needs of the poor. They provide an array of services to unhoused and poor persons stand as a beacon of hope to the alone, afraid, and in need.
Mary's Place is A Minneapolis organization, who compassionately responds to the needs of the poor. They provide an array of services to unhoused and poor persons stand as a beacon of hope to the alone, afraid, and in need.
| They are in need of volunteer tutors to help the children living at Mary’s Place homeless shelter, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm. Volunteers must be age 16+. Please email them for more information or to volunteer! | |
Health Commons at the Living Room
Drop-In Services resumed January 3rd and will continue every Tuesday from 3-6pm. For more information, visit their facebook page or
call Bertha (763-843-9988) or Angela (651-529-6003).
Drop-In Services resumed January 3rd and will continue every Tuesday from 3-6pm. For more information, visit their facebook page or
call Bertha (763-843-9988) or Angela (651-529-6003).
Welcome Leon Dixon, Jr.
Meet & Greet with RCFL Executive Director January 22, 2023
Come meet, greet, welcome, and bless Leon
at Redeemer during worship and in a fellowship celebration to follow, and stay tuned for opportunities to meet him and welcome Leon to the neighborhood.
This is another monumental transition in our partnering organization Redeemer Center for Life. Pastor Jen Collins has been actively involved in the process to hire the new executive director. She has been a part of the interviews, continued prayerful conversations with RCFL board members as they made the decision to offer Leon Dixon Jr. the position to join us.
Meet & Greet with RCFL Executive Director January 22, 2023
Come meet, greet, welcome, and bless Leon
at Redeemer during worship and in a fellowship celebration to follow, and stay tuned for opportunities to meet him and welcome Leon to the neighborhood.
This is another monumental transition in our partnering organization Redeemer Center for Life. Pastor Jen Collins has been actively involved in the process to hire the new executive director. She has been a part of the interviews, continued prayerful conversations with RCFL board members as they made the decision to offer Leon Dixon Jr. the position to join us.
| Pastor Jen has met with Leon and has said, “There is a good energy and synergy here, I am hopeful for what can and will happen. God is good and will work through us to do good work for this community as we strive to be a beacon of hope. I look forward to welcoming and working alongside Leon.” |  |
January 16, 2023: MLK CommUNITY Celebration
January 17, 2023: Democracy Day @ The Capitol
January 22, 2023: Meet & Greet with Leon Dixon
January 28, 2023: Hoċokata Ti’ Tour with CLNE
January 29, 2023: Redeemer Annual Meeting
January 17, 2023: Democracy Day @ The Capitol
January 22, 2023: Meet & Greet with Leon Dixon
January 28, 2023: Hoċokata Ti’ Tour with CLNE
January 29, 2023: Redeemer Annual Meeting
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