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Lord God, bless Your Word wherever it is proclaimed. Make it a word of power and peace to convert those not yet Your own and to confirm those who have come to saving faith. May Your Word pass from the ear to the heart, from the heart to the lip, and from the lip to the life that, as You have promised, Your Word may achieve the purpose for which You send it; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen! | | |
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From the Pastor's Office
"Stay Connected to Christ!"
| All the electronic equipment that is part of modern life is great? Right? Your laptop and tablet as well as your smart phone have become conveniences that most people rely on each day. I’ve often wondered what my grandfather, born in 1897, would say about such things, if he were able to make a return to earth---and no he can’t. The word laptop would be understood as part of your body. A tablet would be the writing pad which he used in the country school house. I well remember his old fashioned phone hanging on the wall which had to be cranked to get the attention of the operator, and those on the party line. Smart phone? No, there was nothing very smart about a phone back then but they are collectors items! (Read the full article to the left.) | | |
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9:00 a.m. - Adult Bible Class; Join us for our continued Lenten Study "Guided to the Cross" at 8:45 a.m.
9:00 a.m.- Kidz Korner Classes:
1. Faith Seekers (ages 4-6) learn about God’s love through stories, games, activity sheets, and songs. They will memorize The Lord’s Prayer.
2. Faith Defenders (ages 7-10) learn to stand strong in their faith as they put on The Armor of God. They receive their own Bibles and memorize the Books of the Bible.
3. Faith Detectives (ages 11- teens) enter “Cadet Academy” as junior detectives to investigate the existence of God and to become faithful followers of Jesus. They will receive their own Bibles and memorize the Books of the Bible.
10:00 a.m. - Worship in the Sanctuary; Invite your friends to join us for in-person Worship and if they are unable to attend encourage them to tune in. All of our services are available by Livestream on Facebook, at YouTube, on our website at ourredeemerjax.org and on our radio station, Our Redeemer Lutheran Radio at Live365.com or on the free app.. It is easy for them to go to the website and click on the button to also listen to Our Redeemer Lutheran Radio. The worship service is broadcast live at the radio station. Be sure to come to church to receive the sacrament and to enjoy Christian fellowship.
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Sunday Adult Bible Study
NEW Study Series for May, June & July
"Near to the Heart of God"
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10 Ways to Delight in the Closeness of God
9:00 AM Sundays in the Fellowship Hall
Begins May 5, 2024
“But for me it is good to be near God; I have made the Lord God my refuge, that I may tell of all your works.” Psalm 73:28
See schedule to the left...
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
"A Simple Way to Pray"
A Bible Study on Prayer with insights from Dr. Martin Luther
Tuesday's May 21 & 28, 2024
Potluck Dinner at 12:00 p.m.
Bible Study at 12:30 p.m.
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Youth Confirmation Series | |
ENDURING FAITH!
Youth Confirmation Year One
Next Theme Events:
Thursday, May 2, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The 6th Commandment
Sunday, May 19, 2024
12:15 p.m.
The 7th Commandment
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ADULT CATECHISM AND CHURCH MEMBERSHIP CLASS
“Rooted and Grounded in Faith”
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Mondays, 1:00—3:00 PM
May 6 & 20, 2024
It is not too late for you to join our class as we discuss the main teachings of the Bible through a study of the 6 chief parts of Christian doctrine as summarized in Martin Luther’s Small Catechism. Please let Pastor Bill know if you plan to join the class and enjoy some interesting discussions. It’s a chance to ask questions which you may have and to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”
Call Pastor Bill at 904-608-9174 to RSVP.
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Saturday, May 18, 2024
2:30 p.m.
We'd love to have you join us for a Bible Study at the home of Richard & Robin Paris. The Cottage meeting is sponsored by the Richard Paris Elder group, but all are invited to attend. The study will be about "The Truth About Angels and Demons”.
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Unfortunately due to Susan’s extended recovery from surgery in rehab at Jacksonville Nursing on Dunn Avenue, we cannot announce a rehearsal schedule for May. We hope that she is able to get out of the rehab facility and resume her activities but a date for this is still to be determined. Thanks for understanding. | |
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The ladies and men of the altar guild care for the sanctuary and prepare for services of communion. We thank Dan and Linda Mattingly for serving in April. Serving in May are Bettie Seman and Steve Walker. We hope that our worshipers are enjoying the new Lenten paraments in the striking purple color with symbols of Jesus’ passion.
If you would like to purchase fresh Altar flowers, Carrie’s Florist of Callahan is the recommended church florist. A temporary flower chart is posted in the narthex. The cost of the flowers is now $90 ($45 per bouquet) plus delivery. If you would like to save the additional cost for delivery you are welcome to pick them up yourself. Speak to Linda Mattingly for more information.
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Serving This Month
One of the ways we honor God is by serving Him in the Church. Duties such as reading Scripture, Ushering, Greeting and more - are all ways to serve and be in fellowship with our Christian family. Please reach out to Pastor Reister if you would like to join a team. See Serving Schedule below:
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This month Pastor Reister is sharing a 45-60 minute program of inspirational harp music at Lanier Manor Nursing and Rehab on Monday, May 13 at 10AM and at 10:30AM on Tuesday, May 14 at Jacksonville Nursing and Rehab on Dunn Avenue. | |
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Alliance Defending Freedom
Our congregation is a member congregation of the ADF Church Alliance. We are currently updating our church marriage policy, facility use policy, membership application and other form which will receive a free review by ADF lawyers. Christian churches are under increasing attack in the United States from the radical left which is trying to force compliance with its immoral values and views.
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Birthdays and Anniversaries | |
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Celebrate!
Whether you are celebrating a birthday or anniversary this month, we praise God for it! As a child of God, you are special in His eyes and created in His image. May God bless both your celebrations!
See May's list of birthdays and anniversaries below:
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Christian Growth Opportunities | |
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Don't forget to check out our daily devotions on our website and email that cover the whole week! These devotions will help you to connect with God every day and in every way. In love, we pray it provides you with encouragement and inspiration to grow closer to God by offering you prayers, messages, Psalms and Scripture.
Check out the page here:
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LIVE Streaming Worship Services
If you are not able to join us for in-person Worship, please join the service on our Facebook page: @orlcjax. We thank Joe and Steve Walker for making the LIVE Streaming of worship possible. Tell your friends and invite others to join us for our services. Additionally, these services and more can all be found on our website at www.ourredeemerjax.org, our Facebook page, and on our YouTube Channel.
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News From Our Organizations | | |
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The next meeting will be 9 June immediately following service. The ladies are not meeting in May because their regular meeting date, May 12, is Mother’s Day. Enjoy Mother’s Day with your family and plan to join us in June. For information about the work of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and the Dorcas Society contact Terry Brown or Claudia Witcher. We encourage all of the women of the church to join us for our fellowship. | | | |
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I’m going to challenge you to think about this.
So many of you are wonderful, faithful givers. Your envelopes come in weekly or monthly, and your dedication to the support of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is evident. The ministry of our congregation could not continue without you. But have you ever considered what happens to the church’s finances when a beloved saint transfers to heaven? Their faithful gifts simply stop. Unless… (Read article to the left.)
Robin Paris, Stewardship Chairperson
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We welcome you to join our group, whether it be behind the scenes or assisting with events! Please feel free to reach out to me or Pastor. As a reminder, here are a few events we have planned this year. Watch for more information as the date approaches:
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4th of July Craft Kits for Nemour Children’s Hospital (Delivery week of July 1)
- Bubbles in the Park – Saturday, July 27 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- Operation Barnabas (LCMS) – Sunday, November 10. Special Veteran’s Day service with BBQ lunch following (community involvement). Celebrating birthday of Martin Luther.
Arline VanDeWater, Christian Outreach Chairman
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In John chapter 3 we read of a nighttime visit with Jesus by the Jewish leader Nicodemus. It is likely that he came to Jesus by night so that the other members of the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council, would be unaware of the meeting. Jesus spoke with him of the need to be born again which was very confusing to him. In Jesus explanation of this spiritual rebirth he also said, “The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” This verse often comes to my mind when I think of Our Redeemer Lutheran Radio. Read article below | |
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Circuit, District & Synod News | The May Meeting of the First Coast Circuit Pastors, will be May 23rd at a location to be announced. | | | |
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If you know of someone who wishes to receive the monthly Newsletter, we must have their email address. Please email me at RevBillReister@aol.com to add your address to our list. A few newsletters will be sent by first class mail each month to those who do not have email. Let us know of someone who would like it to be mailed to them.
For the Prayer Email Chain, Emails, and Facebook requests, call Joe Fisher at 904-450-3553 or email him at fjosephfisher@hotmail.com. Joe sends an inspiring prayer and Bible reading to the person in need of prayer (if we have an email address). Sometimes these requests or devotional verses are emailed to our church distribution list. Let Joe know if you DO NOT wish to have them shared. You may also submit a Prayer Request from our website which goes directly to the Pastor. Or simply call your elder or Pastor with any requests.
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Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
5401 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
904-766-4728
www.ourredeemerjax.org
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