Giving as Worship
On a Journey of Discipleship
New Weekly Time of Prayer
9 a.m. Sunday
Upcoming Events
Redeemer Kids Corner
Redeemer Youth Ministries
Prayer Notes
Birthdays
10/30 Janni Firestone
10/31 Carol McCall
10/31 Beth Thompson
MINISTRY NEEDS
Set-up Team: 2-3 people to help with set-ups on Sundays and for special events. Contact Julia at the church office, (847) 681-2872.
SUNDAY READINGS
Jeremiah 23:5-8
Psalm 136
I Corinthians 11:17-34
Matthew 13:44-52
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October 25, 2007
Giving as Worship
As we read about the formation of the church in the book of Acts, we’re told that they were together and had everything in common, providing resources for the needs (Acts 2). We can imagine that not everyone provided the same thing or amount, but according to their ability to give. Their devotion to the ‘apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer’ led to an open-handed generosity that was expressed with ‘glad and sincere hearts’ in worship (Acts 2:48). That worship included this approach to financial sacrifice that was so critical to the Church’s growth and vitality as it was spreading the Gospel.
In the closing weeks of the year, in order to meet our budget, we are in need of some sacrificial giving at Church of the Redeemer. This will not be measured in equal gifts, and it will not come from one person or family, but will happen as we all prayerfully and joyfully give to God’s work as an act of worship. God will provide, as we are able to hear his voice and respond.
We have very carefully controlled our expenditures this year at the Church so that things would not get out of hand, and it has certainly kept the effects of our giving shortfall in check. But in order to be able to begin the New Year in a place to move forward in mission and ministry we must be able to close out 2007 ‘on budget’.
Thank you and bless you for your stewardship in prayer, sacrifice and generosity. May God receive the glory as we echo the joyful giving of the first Christians.
On a Journey of Discipleship
At Church of the Redeemer we are on a journey of following God, becoming disciples of Jesus. This is a vital part of our faith, and something we need to continually grow in. If you are interested in exploring the topic of discipleship, or if you have insight or experience in this area, please contact Jason Miller. He wants to connect with others who desire to learn and explore together ways we can all grow in this vital aspect of our faith. Please contact Jason at jmiller@stablegroup.com or at 847-274-5532.
New Weekly Time of Prayer
We have begun a weekly gathering for prayer on Wednesday nights. This will be a time to join together and pray for our church and our communities. We meet at the Evangelical Church in Highland Park at 7 p.m. (1713 Green Bay Road, Highland Park).
9 a.m. Sunday Mornings
We continue our time with the Book of Revelation on Sunday morning at 9 a.m., taught this week by Joel Norman Van Loon. We also have ministry with children and youth during the 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. session before our family worship at 10:00 a.m. Invite some friends and be a part of this unique and exciting opportunity.
Upcoming Events
Leaders' Training - October 27
On Saturday morning, October 27 from 9 to 10:30am those leading ministries at Church of the Redeemer will get together for some coffee, bagels, and encouragement in their leadership. This will be a time for vision casting, information sharing and further equipping for ministry, so that we can all be as effective and faithful as possible in following the call before us.
If your name is listed in the bulletin as leading a ministry or you serve on the vestry then this time is for you. The training will be at the Evangelical Church in Highland Park. The meeting will not go past 10:30am.
 All Saints’ Baptism - November 4
November 4 we will observe All Saints Sunday at Redeemer, along with other churches throughout the world. We give thanks for God’s people throughout time and around the globe, and its one of the special times when baptisms are particularly appropriate. Baptism is essential in our walk of faith, and we encourage and welcome those who are considering a response of obedience to this call of the Lord.
At Church of the Redeemer we baptize those who are committed to the Christian faith and their children, provided they have not been baptized before. We believe that in this way we are participating in the sacrament of baptism as it was practiced in the New Testament, the early church, and throughout the history of God’s people in Jesus Christ. To read more about Church of the Redeemer's beliefs on baptism, click here.
For more information on baptism, and to inquire about participating, please contact Father Jay at frjay@redeemernorthshore.org, or call our church office.
Redeemer Kids Corner
Volunteers, mark your calendars!
On Saturday, February 2, from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. all children and youth volunteers are asked to attend the Anglican Mission in America's program, Avoiding the Millstone: a preventative program for sexual misconduct. This is a mandatory training, so please reserve this time now. We all value safety for our children, and your partnership in this is appreciated.
Nursery Notice
There will a temporary change in our nursery staffing for the next two Sundays.
Our weekly nursery worker Jadwiga will be gone, and in her place you will find Margaret who comes to us highly recommended.
Redeemer Youth Ministries: Weekend Events
Jr. High: We are having our Fall Festival this Saturday. We are providing dinner and activities for our Jr. High this Saturday, October 27th at Redeemer Lutheran Church. The fall festival begins at 5:30 pm and goes until 8:00 pm. Some of the games included would be an apple bob, peanut butter face (can't give away this one), and many more. We plan on having a great time and we encourage all Jr. High students to bring there friends.
Sr. High: This Sunday, we are having our Night of Worship. This is our once-a-month worship gathering designed for more of an intimate setting. We look forward to seeing most of you senior high this Sunday Night.
Prayer Notes. . .
- for the Mission and Vision and Outreach of Church of the Redeemer
- for our Rector, Fr. Jay, and his family
- for Bishop Sandy and Gigi Greene
- for our staff and their families
- for our leadership (Vestry, ministry leaders)
- for our 'settling in' at Redeemer Lutheran
- for the Anglican Church of Rwanda, its leaders and people
- for all who serve within the context of our faith community
- for teachers, students and staff as school, in all its various forms, resumes
- that we would faithfully reach out to the spiritually disconnected and hurting, and bring them into fellowship
- for other congregations in relationship to us
- to enrich and expand our life of prayer
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