Announcements September 1, 2023

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View this email in your browser CLICK LINK TO GO TO THE SECTION This Week  I   Worship  I   Serve  I   Community   I  Save Date "What we forget, faithwise, in our fear … is that even in the darkest night, when we see no light at all, the light is still there. The sun is still shining over Earth even when our side of Earth rotates away from it. The stars still shine above us, no matter how thick the clouds above our heads." —Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III  Sending you love this day. May you know you are Beloved - today. tomorrow and always! I thank you all so very much for the opportunity to take a pause. I am returning from a trip to Albuquerque, New Mexico. It had been 5 years since my parents had seen my eldest (8 year old) in person and first time my littlest could remember meeting them. This a much needed and sacred trip for me. Again much gratitude is given to the Redeemer community who are supporting one another in our journeys.  I worshipped on Sunday with you all from the top of Boca Negra Canyon (see photo above). There is something remarkable and joyful knowing even from great distances we are still together, united by a love so great! In this rustic little desert park, we hiked up the old inactive volcanic hilltop. This part of the canyon was suppose to be a refreshing 10-15 min. journey. However... along the way were lots of unexpected encounters. Excitement and wonder as we sought out petroglyphs, these symbols and stories carved in stone from indigenous ancestors of the Pueblo, Apache and Navajo. A bit of anxiety and fear popped up (mostly from my kids) as we saw creepy crawlers that were unknown to them. But, then there was the exerted effort needed in the dry heat of the sun to climb up and over large lava rocks. There were tears, but I'll let you guess who shed them. After all the unexpected along the way, we made it! WE MADE IT! There was indeed jumping, singing and praying in thanksgiving to God who helped us get to where we needed to be safely. There is always a glimmer, a spark, a hope... as Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III says, "even in the darkest night, when we see no light at all, the light is still there. The sun is still shining over Earth even when our side of Earth rotates away from it. The stars still shine above us, no matter how thick the clouds above our heads." May you all allow yourselves to discover where God is in life's adventures, big and small, laughable and joyful, fearful and tearful. Explore creating spaces that allow you, your family and community to find the light and be the light!  Peace & Blessings,  Pastor Jen Collins (she/her)      "You are radiant with light, more majestic than mountains." -Psalm 74:4 HAPPY LABOR DAY! September 4  The church office will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2023. If you need pastoral care or to get in touch with Pr. Jen, please call her at (612) 767-3512. SALEM'S STATE FAIR DINING HALL August 24 - September 4  Do you love the state fair? If so, here is a great opportunity to join our friends at Salem Lutheran and serve up some delicious Swedish meatballs and egg coffee! Sign up here: https://signup.com/Group/212462094041/ Message Salem Lutheran Office with any questions you've got, office@salem-elca.org THIS SUNDAY: LABOR DAY - NORTHSIDE COLLABORATIVE WORSHIP  Sunday, September 3 at 10:00 am Location: Christ the River of Life, 2200 Fremont Ave N, Mpls, MN 55344 Join Christ the River of Life, Salem and Redeemer as we all worship together. Pastor Deanna Kim Bassett and Pastor Eric Hoffer will be leading worship. Join on zoom, link here. FAITH MATTERS NEWSLETTER Please find attached our Summer/Fall 2023 Faith Matters Newsletter.  This Newsletter includes Fall Save the Dates and more!  As always, the newsletter may also be viewed online here.    Faith Matters Newsletter THIS SUNDAY: LABOR DAY - NORTHSIDE COLLABORATIVE WORSHIP  Sunday, September 3 at 10:00 am Location: Christ the River of Life, 2200 Fremont Ave N, Mpls, MN 55344 Join Christ the River of Life, Salem and Redeemer as we all worship together. Pastor Deanna Kim Bassett and Pastor Eric Hoffer will be leading worship. Join on zoom, link here.   Weekly Worship Bulletin. Live Stream. Past Services. WORSHIP HELPERS NEEDED: Greeter, Usher, Communion Setup & Serving, Readers This Sunday ALL ROLES ARE OPEN. If you are joining us this Sunday, please sign up here, talk with Roger Mikelson (651-332-6849) or let Pastor Jen know.  CONGRATULATIONS! WELCOME BABY ERU Eru Azai Halim was born Tuesday, August 15th. Everyone is back home now and mama and baby are doing well. Eka is happy to be a big sister! Let us keep praying, supporting and loving Rachel, Derwin, Big sister Eka and Baby Eru as they bond and rest.  CONGRATULATIONS! WELCOME BABY SELAH Selah Lione Lelyse Hanson was born Wednesday, August 23rd. Everyone is doing well. Let us keep praying, supporting and loving Alyssa, Elizabeth, Remi and Baby Selah as they bond and rest. If you are able to help with offering a meal, click here.  Meal Train Link UPDATING BREEZE CHURCH DIRECTORY It has been awhile since we have updated our Breeze Church Directory, which means that we have a lot of out of date information! Please help us update you and your family’s information by filling out this Google Form. (Even if your contact and family information has not changed, please fill the form!) If you prefer to provide your information in person, please contact the Church Office (612-886-1468) and ask for Renee. Please reach out to Renee, Sarah Stadie, Mike Tarras, or Maggie Dexheimer Pharris, if you have any questions or concerns! PAINT & PLAY Saturday, September 9, 10:00 to 12 noon Calling all families and community friends to help us set up our kid spaces at Redeemer, 10-12 noon. Kids can play together while we work. At family camp we spoke about cleaning, painting and creating spaces for our kids. The main floor nursery and play space is ready to reopen, but we need your help. As well as prep work for expanding our worship space for families, read about the origin of the Prayground. For volunteering let Pastor Jen know.  WORSHIP ASSISTANTS NEEDED We are always seeking worship volunteers to serve on Sunday mornings as readers, ushers, greeters, and communion assistants! We welcome children, youth, and adults in every aspect of worship, so if you'd like to offer the gift of your Self, please sign up here, reach out to Pastor Jen, or reach out to Roger Mikelson (651-332-6849). ADDITIONAL OFFERING COUNTERS NEEDED Council treasurer Jane Friendsush is looking for volunteers to help count the offering after Sunday Worship once every two months or so. If you are interested in helping out, please call Jane at (763) 516-0950, talk to her after worship, you may also reach out by email to Amy or Renee to join the team, or sign up here. Thanks! CALL TO ACTION from BETH HEINLY-MUNK (she/her), MINISTER OF STEWARDSHIP Call to Action Letter Monthly Financial Update: Finance Snapshot:  July Income: $22,087.07 July Expenses: $31,650.00_____ End of Month Balance: -$9,562.93  Current (to date) Balance: $6,802.46 Dear friends, members, and visitors, The Redeemer Church Council wants to thank YOU for all the ways you give! When we work as a team, all things will be blessed! Thanks again or your generosity. URBAN FARM PIZZA PARTY & AUCTION September 10, 12 noon to 2 pm at Our Saviour's, 2315 Chicago Ave Support East Phillips Neighborhood Institute in raising funds to build their Urban Farm. Free to attend, all funds raised will go to EPNI to support predevelopment costs. Hosted by Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and Our Saviour's Community Services.  HARRISON TOWNHOMES Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity and City of Lakes Community Land Trust are building 17 affordable townhomes in the Harrison neighborhood of Minneapolis! Click here to learn more about the Harrison Townhomes. SIGN THE HERC COMMUNITY PETITION Our northside neighbors at the Minnesota Environmental Justice Table are working hard to secure clean water and breathable air for our children, but their work is often an uphill battle. They are currently campaigning to gather signatures to shut down the HERC trash burner a major source of environmental toxins in North Minneapolis. We invite you learn more about the HERC trash incinerator, and sign their petition for Hennepin County to shut it down. FREE LEGAL CLINIC at HNA The Harrison Neighborhood Association is working with Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid to provide free legal help every TUESDAY and THURSDAY from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm. They are able to help with family law, consumer, public benefits, housing, tax, and immigration problems. Walk-ins are welcome, however, appointments are preferred. Call 612-352-9778 or visit www.mylegalaid.org for more information. (1501 Glenwood Ave. Suite A, Mpls MN) PAID and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Senior Community Services (SCS) is a 73 year old MN non- profit. Our focus is helping seniors remain independent and stay in their homes! The HOME Program through SCS is hiring people 16 years and older to cut grass and do lawn care for seniors in your neighborhood. Both paid and volunteer opportunities are available!   How to get started:  Call the HOME Program at (952) 746-4046 or visit us on the web: https://seniorcommunity.org/services/home-program/ for more information. RECLAIM GATHERING September 14-17, 2023 at Redeemer and Central Lutheran   RECLAIM is a curated gathering for people of African Descent of all ages and gender identities brought to us by African Descent Ministries. Sunday, September 17 Worship will be a collaborative service with RECLAIM preacher and musical guests. Learn more and register SAVE the DATE: WELCA FALL WOMEN'S GATHERING ~ NOV. 4th, 2023 Join WELCA (Women of the ELCA) for their annual Fall Women's Gathering on Saturday, November 4th! The topic this year is Just Love. Participants will learn how to Love in Action and Loving Yourself. If you have any questions about this year's event, feel free to contact Dena. SEPTEMBER 3 - Worship at Christ the River of Life 7-10 - Burning Bush Church Event (9/7 Thursday -6-9 pm, Sanctuary; 9/8 Friday - 6-9 pm Sanctuary; Sunday [sanctuary and fellowship hall] 1-8 pm) 9- Paint & Play, 10-12 noon 17 - Redeemer Member Gathering at La Dona's (241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405, 12:30 pm   20- FIRST Food & Faith Night, Wednesday Meal (6-8 pm) & Community activities (begin at 6:30 pm) 24-26 Bishop's Theological Conference, Pastor Jen Out of Office  OCTOBER 1- Faith Milestone: Bible Blessing, Kids & Youth receive a bible 4- Food & Faith Night, Wednesday Meal (6-8 pm) & Bible 101 (begin at 6:30 pm) 8- Indigenous People's Celebration Worship 29- Soul Food Sunday & Vaccine Clinic Copyright © Redeemer Lutheran Church, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 1800 Glenwood Ave. Minneapolis, MN 5540 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.