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This Week at the Church of the Redeemer |
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Tuesday, October 14th 9:00 am Church School Committee 11:00 am Staff Meeting 11:30 pm Worship Committee 3:00 pm Altar Guild Captains' meeting
Wednesday, October 15th Redeemer news Deadline 7:00 am Men's Bible Study (Rectory) 8:30 am Morning Prayer Healing Service
Thursday, October 16th 9:00 am Women's Bible Study (Rectory)
Sunday, October 19th Pentecost XXIII The Feast of St. Luke STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:00 am Parish Choir Rehearsal 9:30 am Children's Choir Rehearsal 9:40 am Youth Bible Study 10:15 am Church School/Childcare Provided 10:30 am Morning Prayer - Lay Sermons 11:30 am Coffee Hour 5:15 pm Confirmation Class
Tuesday, October 21st 7:30 pm Vestry
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Stewardship 2009 Treasure for the Heart, the Soul, and the Mind
During the month of October, we launch Stewardship 2009 with the Rector’s sermon on Sunday, October 5th and two lay sermons on Sunday, October 19th. The Stewardship 2009 materials and pledge cards will be mailed out on October 14th. We will not be circulating the Neighborhood Pledge Bag this year. Instead, our faithful captains will be contacting parishioners in person, by telephone, or by email to keep you informed about Stewardship 2009, to answer any questions you may have, and to remind you to send in your pledge cards by November 2nd, 2008, the end of the Annual Stewardship Pledge Drive. This year, we urge you to increase your pledge. Pressures of inflation, rising gas costs, and increased prices have a significant impact on the annual operating budget of the Church. The same dollar that you pledged to the Church in 1998 is now worth about 60 cents. Even the dollar you pledged last year is only worth 93 cents today. The programs at the Church of the Redeemer have continued to grow in order to fulfill our mission. An increased pledge of 10 percent keeps our program just barely ahead of inflation; a pledge of 20 percent allows us to move forward while preserving our endowment for capital expenses. With that in mind, we ask you to be as generous as you can when you consider Stewardship 2009. The Stewardship 2009 mailing will include the following materials: a copy of the Stewardship 2009 brochure with answers to some frequently asked questions and details about the annual operating budget; a letter from the Reverend Dorsey McConnell about the importance of giving and our mission; a letter from the Stewardship Co-chairs explaining the process and the need to increase pledges this year; confidential information about your past pledges; a pledge form and a return envelope. In past years, a core group of about 30 parishioners and parish families have contributed over half of our Annual Stewardship funds. We hope to achieve full participation in Stewardship 2009 from all members of our parish. Please help us make our rich parish life even stronger this year by giving to our treasure for heart, mind, and soul. Yours in Christ, Elliot Bostwick Davis Rick Weed IMPORTANT DATES Week of October 14th through 18th: Stewardship 2009 materials mailed from the Parish Office. The mailing includes: a letter from the Rector; a letter from the Stewardship Co-Chairs; the Stewardship 2009 Brochure with answers to “Frequently Asked Questions” and information about the Annual Operating Budget; a confidential past- pledging card; a pledge form and an addressed, return envelope. Stewardship Sunday, October 19th: Lay Sermons. All Stewardship Captains receive a blessing. Sunday, October 19th through Sunday, November 2nd: Annual Stewardship Pledge Drive Sunday, November 2nd: Annual Stewardship Pledge Drive ends. All pledges should be received by the Church Financial Office. December 31, 2009: Payments for Stewardship 2009 completed. |
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Fall House Meetings The first series of House Meetings for the year will take place on the evenings of October 29th, November 3rd, and November 10th. We will build on the work we did last year when we gathered around significant questions our children had asked us, and how we have tried to answer them. The working title for this series is, “Please. Thank you. I’m sorry.” We’re not going to tell you more than that, so you’ll have to show up for ninety minutes of wonderful food and conversation with people we guarantee you will love, all built around some of life’s big questions and the promises of God. Please sign up at the table outside Dorsey’s office. |
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OLD PARISH HOUSE NEEDS MORE SEATING Due to popular demand....the Old (but now new) Parish House needs more seating!!! If you have a large sofa you would be interested in donating to the church, please email a photo and dimensions to Karine Alexander at ekalexander@rcn.com or office@redeemerchestnuthill.org. If you have any problems getting a photo to us, please call Karine at 617.795.0442 and other arrangements can be made. Thank you!!! |
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Bible Study with the Rector The Radiant World: Midweek Bible Studies for Ordinary Life
Over coffee at the Rectory, we will explore the teachings of Jesus. Come, spend some time with a few fellow pilgrims, and fill the rest of your week with the grace of the Lord in the power of the Spirit.
Men’s Bible Study, Wednesdays, 7:00 am Women’s Bible Study, Thursdays, 9: 00 am
Both meet at the Rectory, 381 Hammond Street. |
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OCTOBER CHURCH SCHOOL SCHEDULE October 14 Church School Committee meeting 9am October 19 10:15 Chapel + Church School October 26 All Parish Eucharist |
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Vestry Nominating Process Review
The Vestry’s Committee that is researching our Vestry Nominating Process as part of an ongoing Governance review is continuing its work throughout the summer. As was mentioned at the Parish Forum in June, any parishioners who might have suggestions about how we might improve our process to better serve the Redeemer are invited to submit their ideas in writing to the Committee c/o Graeme Mills. Graeme’s email is GMills@cambridgeassociates.com. Ideas should be submitted in writing to the committee before October 31 in order to be considered. |
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Baptisms 2008-2009
For those who might be interested, baptisms are currently scheduled to take place on the following dates:
Sunday, November 2nd at 10:30 am Sunday, January 11th at 10:30 am Saturday, April 11th at 6:00 pm
Please contact the office for more information. |
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Confirmation Class Confirmation Class Dates Currently Scheduled for October ‘08Date Time Topic
10/19 5:15 Church Authority (Leg one) – The Bible - What’s in it, and why does it matter? |
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Youth Bible Study The Youth Bible Study is for students in the 6th grade and up and meets Sunday morning in the back classroom at 9:40am. In October, the Bible study will be delving into the book of I Samuel. We will be studying the call of the prophet Samuel as a little boy, the stealing of the Ark by the Philistines, and the rise of King Saul. As always, we will complete our Bible Study with a Bible oriented game like Bible Pictionary, Jeopardy, or charades. Bible Study will meet this month on October 5th, 19th, and 26th. Please have your youth join us for fun and learning. |
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Youth and Family Fellowship Events 2008-09 We are going to have a great time this year as the Church of the Redeemer gathers momentum in Family Ministry. Last year we got off to a good start with our youth and family fellowship events, and we are looking to expand on our experiences. One lesson I learned from last year is to be very flexible with scheduling. You will see that with just a few exceptions, I have not yet scheduled dates or times for events. What I would like to do, is have parents and youth check out the Redeemer Family Blog at www.redeemerchestnuthill.blogspot.com. Through this blog we can have conversations that can include the scheduling of events. Hopefully, through this better communication, we can have even better support for our fellowship events. The blog is also a way to suggest other activities. I have found in my short time as a priest that many of the best ideas for family ministry are not mine, so please feel free to make suggestions through the blog, or through me personally.
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Fall Hike On October 26th we will take a fall hike and enjoy the foliage and cool weather. This hike will be after church on one of the local trails. If you have a suggestion for a location please e-mail me at meames@redeemerchestnuthill.org or post it on the blog at www.redeemerchestnuthill.blogspot.com. If you have interest in either event please let me know. |
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Once again, the Fellowship Committee is pleased to announce Foyers 2008 - 2009 !
We put together participants into groups of 8-10 people. Groups meet 4-5 times throughout the year for a pot-luck supper, rotating between different homes. Each group will have a Captain to keep things organized.
The only rule is to have fun. The goal is for the evenings to be low key, and low effort, a chance to stay in touch with long-time friends and make new friends alike. Foyers is for everyone; long-time participants and those new to the church, as it allows us to strengthen the bonds that make being a member of the Church of the Redeemer so special.
Ask any of the many who continue to participate year after year. Being a part of Foyers is great!
Sign up today !
Call the Redeemer Church Office at 617-566-7679 E-mail office@redeemerchestnuthill.org Sign up on the table outside the Church office.
Any questions? Call or e-mail Mary Crown and William Ellis (781-235-4143, mecrown@lotsoc.com) or Liza and Walker Jones (617-522-0455, lizajones1@verizon.net). |
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2008-2009
Concert Series ISunday, November 16, 20084:00 pmKeisuke Wakao, OboeRobert Sheena, French HornChikao Inomata, OboeMichael S. Murray, Organ ab Concert Series II Sunday, January 25, 2009 4:00 pm Edwin Barker, Double-Bass ab Concert Series III To be announced
2008-2009 Church of the Redeemer Concert Series
I/We would like
____To be a Sponsor of the 2008-2009 Church of the Redeemer Concert Series @ $150
____To be a Patron of the 2008-2009 Church of the Redeemer Concert Series @ $250
____To be a Benefactor of the 2008-2009 Church of the Redeemer Concert Series @ $500
____To reserve ___________ additional tickets @ $20 each.
Enclosed please find a check for _____________ made payable to the Church of the Redeemer.
All tickets will be held at the door. You may choose the concert you would like to attend at any time (617-566-7679 or office@redeemerchestnuthill.org ).
Name________________________________________________________________
Address______________________________________________________________
Telephone____________________________________________________________
____Please list my name in the programs as follows:________________________________________ |
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Save the Dates Mark your calendars for this year’s Christmas Market and Christmas Market Preview!
Christmas Market Preview Beginning immediately after the 10:30 am service until 2:30 pm. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping Sunday, November 2nd.
Christmas Market Friday, December 5th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, December 6th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cocktails, Dinner, Live and Silent Auction Friday, December 5th at 6:00 pm
Christmas Market Preview We are looking for a few people who would be interested in helping out with the Christmas Market Preview coffee hour on November 2nd. Please contact Lisa Farber (farmince@aol.com) or Julia Woodard (jebillo@aol.com) |
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UGANDA MISSION: SUMMER OF 2009 God willing, the Church of the Redeemer, in partnership with Pilgrim-Uganda, will send a mission to Uganda from June 23rd to July 11th 2009. We will be working with Pilgrim in Kampala and Soroti through its missions in education, job training, refugee resettlement, public health and the strengthening of the rural Church, and there will be time for a few days visit with our hosts to one of the great wildlife preserves in Africa. The trip will be open to all parishioners in 7th grade and above. Further information will be released as it is available. If you are interested, please speak with Dorsey. |
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Do you drive to Church on Sunday mornings? Would you be willing to be on a list to pick up a fellow parishioner occasionally in your area? If so, please let me know.
Likewise, if you are someone who would like a ride on a regular or occasional basis, please let me know.
Velura Perry 617-964-2237 |
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Executive Assistant to the Rector The Church of the Redeemer is looking for a person to fill this new position. The complete job description can be found on the parish's website. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please ask them to send a cover letter and resume to Dorsey at dmcconnell@redeemerchestnuthill.org. Many thanks. |
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Please remember the following people in your prayers: those who have died: Ellie McKey those who are ill: Jean Allen, Kathleen Arguin, Gail Attridge, Peter Bosch (Elliot Davis and John Paolella’s brother-in-law), Georgiana Cardone, Ruth Ann Cederholm, Denise Egan, Desmond Forster, Charlotte Hendren, Andrew Adie Hunter, Terri Lamp (Andrea Peabody’s sister), Maeve Magee (Mouse and Ted Rowley’s daughter), Jose Matos, Charlie Maynard, Rita McDonagh, Candee McGuire, Charlotte Merle-Smith (Louisa and Nulsen Smith’s niece), Patsy Metcalf, Marie Mills, Sally Muravchik (Bill Codinha’s sister), Joy Nickerson, Jim Notman, Judy Occhipinti, R. J. Pearson, Bill Post (Ted Post’s brother), Jim Ross, Charles F. Rowley, Jr. (Ted Rowley’s brother), M. Thomas Shaw SSJE, Karla Stuebing, James Tatro, Shinichi Wakao (Keisuke Wakao’s father), Amanda Walton, Kris Windham (Linda Brumbaugh’s son), Annie, Connie, Dick, Douglas, Glenn, Heidi, Helen, Holly, John, Mark, Nancy, Rodrigo, Russ, Susanna, Susie, Tom, and Tom |
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If you have recently moved, changed phone numbers or any other contact information, please call or e-mail the church office so that we may update the Parish Directory | |||||||||||||
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