 Happy New Year! We invite you to join us tomorrow morning for New Year's Day Worship as we celebrate the First Sunday of Christmas! We will gather in-person and online at 10:30am for Lessons & Carols. If joining us online, you may worship with us via Zoom (passcode: Redeemer) or Facebook Live!  Epiphany Worship Sunday, January 8th at 10:30am The Feast of Epiphany (“manifestation”) concludes the Christmas season with a celebration of God’s glory revealed in the person of Jesus Christ. In Isaiah and Ephesians, that glory is
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Welcome Burning Bush Church!  We are excited to announce that we have welcomed Burning Bush Church to Redeemer! Moving forward, we will share our worship and office space with them. We hope that as you see them in the building and preparing for their Sunday afternoon worship services, you will embrace their vibrancy as part of our community! Check out this quick introductory video from Pastor Jen to learn more about Burning Bush and this new relationship!  Sanctuary Clean-Up & Reset
Help Us Create Meaningful Worship We are looking for volunteers to read lectionary lessons (also known as lectors), and to serve as ushers and communion assistants each week during worship. The weekly worship service ("liturgy") is the work of the people, and is meant for everyone's participation, young and old! We welcome readers and servants of all ages. Please contact Randy and Diana Romsdahl or Pastor Jen to sign up ahead of time, the morning of, or to ask any questions.  Emergency & Ongoing Support for Jasmine Greene Jasmine Greene is a former Redeemer Center for Life staff member who joined RCFL and moved into Redeemer housing before the birth of her first son, Noble. She has since moved on to a family apartment in St. Paul and started her own wellness business. In November, she gave birth to her second son, King Neb, and is struggling to make ends meet between rent, maternity leave, and caring for two young sons as a single mom. We are rallying behind Jasmine, Noble, and King Neb to see their immediate and ongoing needs met! Right now, she needs to pay January rent of $1028 by January 5th.
RLC Finances: Ending Well in 2022 We thank you for your wonderful, generous responses to helping Redeemer in 2022. We are filled with gratitude that we have called a new pastor. As we look at 2023, we aim to tend and care for our people, tend to the Redeemer Building; make more investments in the community and plans for interns and other new opportunities. We pray, “God lead us, God guide us.” The Redeemer community is indeed generous! To continue to end well and be in the best financial position possible for 2023 we ask you to prayerfully consider whether you are able to make an extra offering towards Redeemer. Please reach out to Pastor Jen Collins, council treasurer Kelly Shumacher-Fuller, Treasurer, or council president Mike Tarras (612-231-8323) if you have questions about 2022 or 2023 finances!  January 2, 2023: Church Offices Closed
January 8, 2023: Epiphany Worship @ 10:30am --> Coffee hour resumes before worship from 9-10am in the church library! January 11, 2023: Sanctuary Clean-Up & Reset --> Join us Wednesday the 11th from 4-6pm to clean up and reset the sanctuary for worship & a funeral on the 14th. Dinner to follow! January 14-16, 2023: MLK CommUNITY Weekend --> Join us for a day of service activities, a community meal, and Music & Arts Celebration in honor of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. If you're interested in volunteering and/or organizing, contact pastor Jen!  SUNDAY WORSHIP at REDEEMER Join us Sunday morning for a special worship service led by Redeemer's Kids Production of The /Silent/ Noisy Night !
 Immediately following our worship service on Sunday morning, we will have our annual budget meeting. Please join us as our council guides us through this year's financial overview and next year's plans and projections! Check out this video for a run-down on what to expect! We thank you for your wonderful, generous responses to helping Redeemer in 2022. We are filled with gratitude that we have called a new pastor. As we look at 2023, we aim to tend and care for our people, tend to the Redeemer Building; make more investments in the community and plans for interns and other new opportunities. We pray, “God lead us, God guide us.” The Redeemer community is indeed generous! To continue to end well and be in the best financial position possible for 2023 we ask you to prayerfully consider whether you are able to make an extra offering towards Redeemer. Please reach out to Pastor Jen Collins, Kelly Shumacher-Fuller (Treasurer), or Mike Tarras (President) if you have questions. 
CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY
 December 26-27th & January 2nd: Church Offices Closed Pastor Jen will still be available for pastoral care during these day, but offices will be closed to allow staff time with family & friends. January 1, 2023 at 10:30am: First Sunday of Christmas The first day of 2023 is also the first Sunday of the year, and we will continue our celebration of Christ's birth with lessons & carols! January 8, 2023 at 10:30am: Epiphany The feast of Epiphany (“manifestation”) concludes the Christmas season with a celebration of God’s glory revealed in the person of Jesus Christ. In Isaiah and Ephesians, that glory is proclaimed for all nations and people. Like the light of the star that guided the magi to Jesus, the light of Christ reveals who we are: children of God who are claimed and washed in the waters of baptism. We are sent out to be beacons of hope, sharing the good news of God’s love to all people. We will celebrate in worship with a service of Baptismal Reaffirmation, recommitting to the promises of Baptism.  WELCOME to LEON DIXON, JR. New Executive Director of RCFL 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
 Sanctuary Clean-Up: January 11, 2023 Join us Wednesday, January 11th, from 4:00 - 6:30pm for clean-up and dinner afterward! We are in need of volunteers to help reset our Sanctuary and prepare for the next season. We will also have a funeral, January 14th and MUST reset the space for this service! Many hands do indeed make a difference, so lend yours for an hour, two, or the whole evening! Contact Pastor Jen if you can help other times to continue reorganizing church liturgical decor. Calling All Thrivent Members!
Help Us Create Meaningful Worship Now that we are having worship indoors, we are looking for volunteers to be a reader (also known as a lector), usher and communion assistants at our services. This is the work of the people, young and old can participate. Reach out to Randy and Diana Romsdahl or Pastor Jen to sign up ahead, the morning of or ask any questions.  SUPPORT FOR NEIGHBORS IN NEED Along with collecting diapers for our neighborhood food & supply depot at MCCC, we are also collecting funds for two community mamas with deep ties to Redeemer!
 January 1, 2022: First Sunday of Christmas
Join us for Lessons and Carols at 10:30am! Tuesdays beginning January 3, 2022 Health Commons Drop-In Services RESUME 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). January 11, 2022: Sanctuary Clean-Up Reset the sanctuary for the new season! 4-6:30 pm Clean-Up | Dinner to follow January 28, 2023: Hocokata Ti Hoċokata Ti’ (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.  Banner image: "JOY" (c) Stacie Monday SUNDAY MORNING at REDEEMER You are invited Sunday morning to our first Advent Coffee Hour from 9-10am in the fellowship hall, followed by Morning Worship at 10:30am. Join us in-person, live on Facebook, or on Zoom: ID: 889 8339 5657 | Dial-in: 312-626-6799 | passcode: Redeemer Worship bulletins are available here. 
Advent Coffee Hour Join us this Sunday morning and on December 11th and 18th for Advent Coffee Hour in the fellowship from 9-10am. Advent FAMILY Kits Advent FAMILY Kits are still available, and each comes with instructions on how to make special ornaments. Be creative and make some of your own too! Each week we want to take your decorations and add more festive color and joy to our worship space! Advent Calendars are also available with invitations to try different activities each and every day of December. Pick one up, or download them for printing at home! Lectio Divina: Evenings of Advent Reflection Tuesdays, December 13th at 6:30pm on Zoom Lectio Divina ~ or Sacred Reading ~ is the slow, repetitive reading of a sacred text that leads one to the ultimate step of resting in God. It is not a Scripture study, nor a spiritual reading. It is an invitation to take a long, loving look at Scripture. During our 45 min time, we will walk through a 4 step process each week using the text for Advent. This practice can be adapted and incorporated into individual prayer life. Zoom link here (passcode: Redeemer) Northside Advent Gathering & Vespers Wednesday, December 14th | 5:30-8:00 pm Dinner! Sock Exchange (all ages)! Vespers and Caroling! Family Cookie Sharing! Save the date and plan to bring friends and family to an evening of fun and fellowship. Starting at 5:30 pm at Christ the River of Life. ADVENT KIDS PROGRAM & EVENTS ~ December 18th during worship ~ We would love your children to join us in Advent to prepare to tell the story of Jesus’ birth through the arts. We hope that your family can join after worship on Sundays for Advent activities and pageant rehearsals. For more info, talk to Lonna or Pr. Jen
CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY
  We are excited to host our 20th Annual Redeemer Christmas Store THIS SATURDAY, December 10th from 9:30 to 11am! The Christmas Store offers our community's kids a chance to buy 4-for-$1 (25 cents each) gift-wrapped presents for their family members. We love sharing the magic of Christmas and the joy of giving with our partner congregations, Redeemer volunteers, and neighbors! We know that between all of us in the Redeemer community, our partner congregations, and the Harrison Neighborhood we've got all the assets to make it great. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Fill out this form or talk to Lonna Field, Kelly Schumacher Fuller, or Sally Ankerfelt if you can help in any of the following ways: Gift Donations: Tween & Teen gifts like legos (Ninjago, Marvel, Star Wars, etc), Squishmallows, art supplies & kits, computer & tech supplies (earbuds, headphones, wireless keyboard/mous, etc) Supplies Donations: Tape! Tape! Tape! Large & extra large gift bags Wrapping paper Christmas Store Elves, Wrappers, & More | Saturday (12/10) We need people to help guide shoppers through stores to find appropriate gifts for their named recipients, wrap gifts, serve lunch, and more! CALLING ALL THRIVENT MEMBERS
Help Us Create Meaningful Worship Now that we are having worship indoors, we are looking for volunteers to be a reader (also known as a lector), usher and communion assistants at our services. This is the work of the people, young and old can participate. Reach out to Randy and Diana Romsdahl or Pastor Jen to sign up ahead, the morning of or ask any questions.  SUPPORT FOR NEIGHBORS IN NEED Along with collecting new hats, gloves, socks, and other winter gear for our unhoused neighbors, in partnership with Starr (aka Sister Pickles the Clown), we are also collecting funds for two community mamas with deep ties to Redeemer!
  December 18, 2022 after Worship: Budget Meeting
Check out this video from Pastor Jen and Council Treasurer Kelly Schumacher Fuller, and plan to join us for our annual meeting on December 18th after worship! ___ December 11, 2022 Advent Coffee Hour | 9-10am December 10, 2022 | 9:30-11am 20th Annual Christmas Store December 13, 2022 | 6:30pm on Zoom Lectio Divina: Evenings of Advent Reflection December 14, 2022 | 7:30pm Northside Advent Celebration at Christ the River of Life January 28, 2023 Hocokata Ti 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   SUNDAY MORNING at REDEEMERYou are invited Sunday morning to our first Advent Coffee Hour from 9-10am in the fellowship hall, followed by Morning Worship at 10:30am. We're thrilled to support Kristin Gilbert and Kristen Hoyles in the baptism of their daughter Miriam Rae during our service! Join us in-person, live on Facebook, or on Zoom: ID: 889 8339 5657 | Dial-in: 312-626-6799 | passcode: Redeemer Worship bulletins are available online on our website! 
 WE NEED YOU! Do you like assembling Christmas Trees? Do you love decorating for Christmas? Then we need your help on Tomorrow, Saturday December 3 at 2:00 pm to decorate our sanctuary for Advent. Please contact Randy Romsdahl with any questions. Advent Coffee Hour Join us this Sunday morning and on December 11th and 18th for Advent Coffee Hour in the fellowship from 9-10am. Advent FAMILY Kits Advent FAMILY Kits are still available, and each comes with instructions on how to make special ornaments. Be creative and make some of your own too! Each week we want to take your decorations and add more festive color and joy to our worship space! Advent Calendars are also available with invitations to try different activities each and every day of December. Pick one up, or download them for printing at home! Lectio Divina: Evenings of Advent Reflection Tuesdays at 6:30pm on Zoom | December 6th & 13th Lectio Divina or Sacred Reading is the slow, repetitive reading of a sacred text that leads one to the ultimate step of resting in God. It is not a Scripture study, nor a spiritual reading. It is an invitation to take a long, loving look at Scripture. During our 45 min time, we will walk through a 4 step process each week using the text for Advent. This practice can be adapted and incorporated into individual prayer life. Zoom link here (passcode: Redeemer) Northside Advent Gathering & Vespers Wednesday, December 14th | 5:30-8:00 pm Dinner! Sock Exchange (all ages)! Vespers and Caroling! Family Cookie Sharing! Save the date and plan to bring friends and family to an evening of fun and fellowship. Starting at 5:30 pm at Christ the River of Life. More details to come. ADVENT KIDS PROGRAM & EVENTS ~ December 18th during worship ~ We would love your children to join us in Advent to prepare to tell the story of Jesus’ birth through the arts. We hope that your family can join after worship on Sundays for Advent activities and pageant rehearsals. For more info, talk to Lonna or Pr. Jen!
CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY
 We are excited to host our 20th Annual Redeemer Christmas Store on December 10th from 9:30 to 11am! The Christmas Store offers our community's kids a chance to buy 4-for-$1 (25 cents each) gift-wrapped presents for their family members. We love sharing the magic of Christmas and the joy of giving with our partner congregations, Redeemer volunteers, and neighbors! We know that between all of us in the Redeemer community, our partner congregations, and the Harrison Neighborhood we've got all the assets to make it great. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Fill out this form or talk to Lonna Field, Kelly Schumacher Fuller, or Sally Ankerfelt if you can help in any of the following ways:
CALLING ALL THRIVENT MEMBERS
HELP US CREATE MEANINGFUL WORSHIP Now that we are having worship indoors, we are looking for volunteers to be a reader (also known as a lector), usher and communion assistants at our services. This is the work of the people, young and old can participate. Reach out to Randy and Diana Romsdahl or Pastor Jen to sign up ahead, the morning of or ask any questions.  SUPPORT FOR NEIGHBORS IN NEED Along with collecting new hats, gloves, socks, and other winter gear for our unhoused neighbors, in partnership with Starr (aka Sister Pickles the Clown), we are also collecting funds for two community mamas with deep ties to Redeemer!
 December 18, 2022 after Worship: Annual Meeting
Check out the video above from Pastor Jen and Council Treasurer Kelly Schumacher Fuller, and plan to join us for our annual meeting on December 18th after worship! December 10, 2022 20th Annual Christmas Store December 6, 2022 Lectio Divina: Evenings of Advent Reflection December 4, 2022 Advent Coffee Hour | 9-10am |
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admin@redeemermpls.org Phone: (612) 886-1468
Limited In-Offices Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:30am-2:30pm