Christmas Events

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December 24, 7:30 Christmas Eve Candlelight and Lovefeast worship service.

 

 

 

Correction: Mortgage Burning to be October 21st

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The mortgage burning celebration has been moved to Sunday, October 21st which is our Anniversary Sunday. Join us that Sunday as we commemorate the founding of our faith community during our worship service with a Moravian Lovefeast*. Then stick around after the service for the mortgage burning and hot dog roast. See you then.

* A Moravian Lovefeast is a simple meal (usually a sweet roll or cookie of some sort and coffee or punch) typically consumed during the course of a worship service. We take time out of our service to eat, drink and enjoy each other’s company as both a real and symbolic representation of the value we place on our togetherness.

Mortgage Burning Party

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After our church Service on Sunday, October 21th we will gather outside around a bonfire, and after partaking in a small ceremony together, will burn our mortgage. After many years of hard work and dedication this momentous occasion has finally arrived. We have paid off our mortgage. Following the mortgage burning we will roast hot dogs, toast marshmallows and enjoy each other’s companionship, sharing stories of the many years of ministry and fellowship that have taken place here over the years. So mark your calendars, bring your appetite and join in the celebration!

Rally Day! Sunday, Sept. 16th

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Join us on Sunday, September 16 for Rally Day. During the service we will commission and show support for our Sunday School leaders as they embark on a new year of teaching. Then stick around after church for our waffle picnic. Waffles with all the fixin’s will be served and, weather permitting, be eaten outside. It will be a great time to make new friends and catch up with old ones.  Join in the fun!

Vacation Bible School: Splash in God’s World

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Dear Parents,

Vacation Bible School at Church of the Redeemer is now taking registration for VBS 2012. This is a chance for children to have a positive social experience and learn about the teachings of Jesus in the house of God.

Children from ages 2 years through fifth grade attend the program for the week of June 25-29, 2012. Hours are from 9:30 to 12:30.

The curriculum is developmentally appropriate and encourages communication, exploration, reading, pre-writing, math, science, social studies, and social skills. A typical day will consist of play through reading, writing, math, science, music, and art Teachers are members of Church of the Redeemer and teen helpers will assist with each group of children.

The theme Splash in God’s World will be explored. Children will learn and hear stories about Noah, Jonah, Walking on Water, The Lady at the Well, and Lydia. With a water theme this is sure to be some wet fun! The week will wrap up with a show on Friday at noon and a sweet reception following.

All family members are invited to this show.

To register, please submit this online form or download this document.

Sincerely

Rebecca Shorter, Beth Lute, Jill Kopp, Christel Claunch, and Pastor Claire Yoder
MoravianPMO@hotmail.com

Welcome Reverend Jay Petrella

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Our Joint Board is excited and pleased to announce that Reverend Jay Petrella has accepted the call to become our pastor here at The Church of the Redeemer Moravian Church. We are grateful for your prayers and for God’s gracious leading of the Eastern District Board, our congregation’s Joint Board, and Jay during this Spirit-guided call process. Jay and his wife Erin are planning to move into our parsonage in mid-June, and they are looking forward to meeting and getting to know you.

Jay grew up in New Philadelphia, Ohio where he was a member of the Schoenbrunn Moravian Church. He graduated from Moravian Theological Seminary in the Spring 2008 and is currently serving as pastor of the Bruderheim Moravian Church in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Before going to college, Jay made his living as an electrician, experience he also shared in serving Moravian missions in Central America. He enjoys gardening, particularly growing food crops, and is also learning to sew. And he sings tenor in the choir!! Erin is also musically gifted and enjoys playing & teaching piano.

Please pray for this young couple as they wrap up their work at Bruderheim and make the big cross-country move. Pray for our brothers and sisters at the Bruderheim congregation as they now enter the call process. And get ready to give Jay and Erin our warm welcome to Central Ohio and our loving support in the years to come!

On behalf of the Joint Board,

Phil Garrett, President, Board of Trustees

Ron Albaugh, Vice President, Board of Elders

Community Garden Plots Available Now

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The Church of the Redeemer is once again hosting a community garden. 15’ x 15’ garden plots are available to local residents free of charge although we do request an optional donation of $25.00 to help offset water, supply and administrative costs. If you are interested or have any questions, please send a message to redeemergarden@gmail.com .

Community Garden Meeting

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The Church of the Redeemer will once again be hosting a Community Garden this year and we will be conducting an informational meeting for all those who are interested in gardening with us. Our informational meeting will take place on Thursday March 29th at 6:00pm at the Church. At the meeting we will give a report on last year’s garden, answer questions and begin the registration process. However, garden plots will not be assigned during this meeting but requests will be noted. All interested gardeners are encouraged to attend with special emphasis for those who have not gardened with us before.

Good Friday Tenebrae Service

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The service of worship on Good Friday evening is modeled after an early Christian service called Tenebrae. The name Tenebrae is the Latin word for “darkness” or “shadows.” During worship we will experience a small portion of Christ’s pain and suffering the day of His crucifixion. One of the most conspicuous features of Tenebrae is the gradual extinguishing of candles. As it gets darker and darker we can reflect on the great emotional and physical pain that was very real for Jesus on the Cross.

This year’s Tenebrae service will be held at 7:00 PM on April 6th at St Andrew Christian Church, 1985 Swansford Drive (at the corner of Swansford and Smoky Row – between Summitview and Hard Road).

Congregational Survey 2012

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The results of this survey will help our Joint Board as they focus on the future, and will help prospective pastors become aware of the things that are important to the people of our congregation.

Here are the links to complete the online survey – one for members and on for friends.

Redeemer Members: Please email us for the password.

Redeemer Friends: Use password “redeemeroh2012”.