e-Redeemer
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Clergy Reflection

Let us pray. All of our fears like Jericho walls gotta come down, come down, Oh Lord: rebuild us from the ground up. All of our fears like Jericho walls gotta come down. Our prisons turn to ruin when your love moves in. All our fears like Jericho walls gotta come down, come down, come down. (based on the song Jericho Walls by Andrew Ripp)

That the scripture appointed for our Annual Meeting 2021 is set on a wilderness road sounds about right—this year it’s familiar territory for most of us. But Philip and the man he encounters in the book of Acts are on their way home… they get through. And so will we.
Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry – all forms of fear – are caused by too much future and not enough presence. Guilt, regret, resentment, grievances, sadness, bitterness, and all forms of nonforgiveness are caused by too much past and not enough presence.
 
-Eckhart Tolle, The Power of Now


Executive Director, The Center for WellBeing
Parenting with Non-Violent Communication

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Learn more and download a flyer here. To register, follow this link.
This week’s Gospel reading is from John 15:9-17, which says, in essence, that God loves and wants us to love and care for each other. In our current atmosphere of conflict and fear, conversations at home about the concepts of kindness, gentleness, love and care can be helpful and inspiring. As we approach Mother’s Day and honor those who love us so much, you may want to look with your children at the picture from “The Sunday Paper,” and talk together about ways to show love for each other..

Gardening and Spring Cleaning in Johnston Square

Come join our community partners in Johnston Square on Saturday, June 5 from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. for a morning of gardening and “spring cleaning” around the neighborhood, cleaning up sidewalks, streets and gutters. If you’d like to caravan or carpool from Redeemer, we will meet in the circle in front of the church at 8 a.m. Email Cristina if you’re interested!
Paul's Place
Paul's Place Camp Returns!

We are excited to announce that, as in past years (with a hiatus the last couple of summers), Redeemer will be hosting a week of summer camp for Paul’s Place from July 19-23 themed “Makers on the Move!” Campers will be engaged in a variety of creative, fun learning activities — including making music, food, arts and crafts — that will keep their bodies, minds and spirits on the move!

We are not asking for monetary donations this go-round, thanks to the generosity of donors from previous years. However, your gifts of time and talent to share with our campers is most welcome!

If you are a youth or young adult and interested in volunteering, please contact Rebecca.

Other adults interested in volunteering or with questions, please contact Cristina.

Thank you!
The All African American Authors Book Club will next meet on Wednesday, May 19 @ 7:00 p.m. to continue our discussion of Ta-Nehisi Coates, Between the World and Me.
 
Meeting ID: 909 753 6648
Password: 7WvIOu
Services this Weekend

Our in-person weekend services are limited to an attendance of 75 with pre-registration. All services will be in the front courtyard, rain or shine. Masks and social distancing are required.

 
 
 
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Join us on Zoom at 10:00 on Sunday for Holy Eucharist or on YouTube for morning prayer.
 
Meeting ID: 852 1044 0716
Passcode: z2xbk0
In-Person Worship Next Week

We offer small, ten person, in-person Eucharists in the front courtyard. Masks and prior sign-up are required.
 
Rejoice in the Arts, Redeemer’s fourth annual art show, is up and running! Many thanks to the 18 artists who have contributed their vision, time, and talents to making this a beautiful celebration of the arts. The show will be accessible for the next two months, so please visit again and again! www.RejoiceInTheArts.com
Stewardship 2021

If you haven't returned your pledge form or pledged online, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you!
 
Thank you for thoughtfully considering your pledge to Redeemer in 2021. Our continued growth as a faith community and service to the greater Baltimore community require your generous financial support. Together we are healing the human family in Baltimore and beyond!

Read David's letter to the congregation.
Download a pledge form or make your pledge online here.
FAQs about stewardship at Redeemer.  
Questions? Email Ellen Chatard
GEDCO/Cares Food Donations 

Like GEDCO/Cares on Facebook and get notices of the "item of the week" that they are collecting!

Item of the week (5/7 -5/14): Pasta

Ongoing needs at CARES: Cleaning supplies, granulated sugar

The need for canned and non-perishable foods continues! 
You may deliver items Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to 5502 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212 behind St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church.  For any questions or concerns, please contact Rachael Neill, GEDCO's Director of Community Services, at 410-532-7117. 
Join us virtually for Daily Prayer Services 

Join us on Facebook Live for the following services. 
  • Morning Prayer will be offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 8:00 a.m. 
  • Noon Day Prayer will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 noon.
Join us on YouTube for the following services:
  • The weekend online Faith@Five prayer service (with choral music and gospel hymn sing-along) will be available on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. on  YouTube.
  • Morning Prayer with Sermon will be offered Sundays at 10:00 a.m. on Youtube.
The daily lectionary is available here.
Inquirer's Class
Zoom information for those participating in this year's Inquirer's Class with Freda Marie:
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 834 1505 6222
Passcode: tD787n
Small Group Zoom Links

Bible Study on Wednesdays:
 
Breathing Classes:
Tuesdays 5-5:30 & Fridays 12:15-12:45 
Click here to join either class.
Meeting ID: 911 709 4820 
Password: 964735
Contact: Cristina
Parish Directory
The link to the online directory is here. Please bookmark this directory link for future reference. Send an email to Ellen Chatard to request the password.  
Our Prayers are Requested For:

Becky Kelley, Gayle Dilatush, Yvonne Lansey, Dottie Cunningham, Jane Dreyer, Melvin Wilson, Madolyn Engle, Heather McPherson, Lois and Tod, Margaret Daley, Fr. Wayne Dabney, Myrick Cross+ & family, Baby James Griffin, Barbara Fegley, Amiee Fulchino, Elli Sparks, Aimee Marson, Ashley Phelan, Brody family, Fred Hallahan, Doris Walker, Sandra Hay, Carolyn Woods, Bob and Shirley Noll, Elizabeth Mead, Fran Miner, JoAnn Roswell, Robert Greenwald, Chloe, Frank Pidcock, Charles Calvert, Brad Melocik, Cathy Bennett, Audra Towsley, Kathi Gallagher Richardson, Grace Hoefig, Jack & Connie Pendleton, Helen Jackson, Patricia Barrett, June Guy, Diana Miller, Zoya Smith, Joan Bogacki, Keri Leindecker, Ebert Landman, Maureen Wilson, Jay Featherstone, Christopher Puttock, Abby and McLean, Marie Hawkins Lucas, Betsy McDonald, Ann Klaes, Monet Chantiles-Ruby, Barbara Steuart, Gail Hongladarom, Robert Lopez, Jr., Blonquist family, Janet and Eddie Dunn, Jeane Judges, Charlie Evans, Molly McGoldrick

Please pray for frontline medical responders:
Amy Godat, Mark Nester, Alyson Dietz, Panagis Galiatsatos, John Woller, James Kusner, Liza Ayers Settembrino, Charlotte Worthington, Jeremiah Hinson, Gerry Verguson, Bill Crannick, Michael Allison, Eric Parvis, Hannah and Ed Roggenstein, Jake Abernathy, Christopher Reddick, Allie Taeger Ramsey, Iain Ramsey, Anne Goldsborough, Tom McLaurin, David Cohen, Teresa Ross, Andy & Kami Windsor, Connie Trimble, Reed Riley, Hardin Pantle, Phyllis Taylor, Morgan Wright, Keira, Lydia Pecker, Jess, Hannah Ware French, Ben French, Melissa Turner, Eric DeJonge, Eric Cordes

Please pray for those who have died:
Fran Ober

Ordinarily names remain on our prayer list for a month.
If you would like someone's name to continue - please contact the office. 
Going Deeper @ Redeemer
Click here for minutes from the 2020 Annual Meeting.
Vestry Minutes from the last 12 months are available here.