June 18, 2021

Summer is upon us and Redeemer is buzzing with expectation as we close one fiscal year (what a year!) and embark on a new one. The constant reminder of His hope and promise is palpable. It is no coincidence that Redeemer's calendar year coincides with the Call of a new Associate Pastor and the kick-off of our visioning plans -- beginning with our existing facility.

God is working through Redeemer in big and exciting ways!

Beyond the new... is also the comfort of getting back to "normal." Icing on the cake, Redeemer's summer ministry programs are in full swing beginning with our Senior High Youth heading to Shoshone this weekend for their Summer Mission Trip. And while we won't be hosting VBS on-site this year, the number of children registered for Staycation Bible School grows daily -- our gift to the community.

Our HOPE is that you feel the Holy Spirit at work in your life and the life of Redeemer.

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." -- Jeremiah 29:11

If you haven't yet returned to Worship in person, this is the week to do so! Following our second service, we will be holding our Annual Congregational Meeting. This is your opportunity to both be informed and let your voice be heard. As shared earlier in the week, we will be voting on several important items including the Associate Pastor Call and the election of new Board of Directors members/ officers. The Visioning Committee and Endowment Board will also be sharing exciting updates.

For those unable to join us in person, we will livestream the Congregational Meeting at this LINK. Please note, only those attending in person will be able to vote. This said those online will be able to participate in the Q&A sessions following each segment of the meeting.

We know Sunday is Father's Day and we promise to follow a tight agenda so you can fully enjoy (and spoil) all of the wonderful fathers in your life!

As always, we'd love to hear from you! Please feel free to submit your updates, stories, questions, photos, and videos to our Director of Marketing & Communications, Susan Baldwin at sbaldwin@redeemeralive.org. If appropriate and with your permission, we'll feature them here and/or on our social media channels.

Today my message is brief but, it is so REAL. 

I miss YOUR face!

I miss being face-to-face with all of my friends and family here at Redeemer. So much so, I feel compelled to remind you that we are once again worshiping IN PERSON. I personally invite YOU to join us IN the Worship Center so we can share in God’s Word and fellowship -- face-to-face.

In 3 John 14-15, the elder John writes to a man named Gaius saying, “I hope to see you soon, and we will talk face-to-face.” 

Nothing can replace that face-to-face connection in a relationship. This in mind I want to invite you to be a part of LIVE Worship here at Redeemer on Sundays at 8:30 am and 10:30 am. And if you come this Sunday, I encourage you to stick around after the second service for our Annual Congregational Meeting. This meeting is always important as we reflect on the past year and more importantly, look forward to where God’s path is leading us.

This year the meeting holds extra significance as we are also voting to extend a Call to Pastor Drew Bayless for the position of Associate Pastor. Our hope is that we’ll extend a Call… Pastor Drew will say yes… and we’ll get to see the Bayless family again, face-to-face here in Spokane.

Speaking of getting back to normal... A quick reminder that beginning Sunday, July 4, we will move to our Summer2Gether Worship schedule.

We will host a Traditional service at 8:00 a.m. and a Contemporary service at 9:30 a.m. The 9:30 a.m. service will be livestreamed. And as always, we'll send out a Worship reminder each Saturday with all of the details.

Reserve YOUR Kits -- Staycation Bible School 2021

The KITS are packed and we're just about ready to hit the trail... If you've been waiting to register for Staycation Bible School 2021, now is the time! Kits MUST be reserved in advance.

Staycation Bible School Kits are filled with DAILY activities, including Bible Stories, that are easy to follow and designed to bring this year's theme to LIFE! Kits coordinate with online lesson components (brought to you via video) and can be accessed each day on the Children's Ministry page of our website:

And please mark your calendars for Staycation Bible School Kit pick-up -- July 8 @ 3 pm-6 pm & July 11 @ 9 am-1 pm

Redeemer's Staycation Bible School is our community's largest FREE children's ministry. If you are up for an adventure, we ask that you prayerfully consider sponsoring a Staycation Bible School Kit for $15.

$15 covers 1 child's kit

$150 covers 10 children's kits

$375 covers 25 children's kits

Our goal is to give the GIFT of Staycation Bible School to 500 children. Kits will be customized for each age group from 3 years to 6th Grade and will be packed following safety guidelines and social distancing protocols. The same great age-appropriate activities, stories, and Christian education you've come to expect, packaged in a fun, travel-size kit.

I'd like to support Staycation Bible School 2021 -- click here.

We would like to invite all of our Graduating Seniors -- their parents and family -- to join us on Sunday, June 27 at 10:00 am for our Senior High Senior Send-Off. We'll be meeting here at Redeemer in the Senior High Room (upstairs).

Please RSVP to Maria Devenport, Redeemer's Minister of Youth & Families via either text 509-939-4866 or email at mdevenport@redeemeralive.org.

Our Middle School Youth are headed to Camp Shoshone for our annual Summer Mission Trip the week of August 1-5 and it is time to REGISTER! 

WHAT: Redeemer Middle School Youth Summer Mission Trip -- Idaho Servant Adventures

WHY: An opportunity to serve together as Christ-like Servant Leaders helping families in the Silver Valley who don’t have access to resources like those found in Spokane. We'll be serving outdoors in family groups -- be prepared for a ton of fun!

WHEN: August 1-5, 2021

LOCATION: Camp Shoshone in Idaho

REGISTRATION/COST: $260 (Includes 5 Days/4 Nights -- Transportation/ Food/ Lodging/ Supplies)

Please register/pay ONLINE.  A $50 Deposit is due at the time of registration. If you'd prefer to pay by check, make checks payable to “Redeemer Lutheran Church.” 

Scholarships are available. Contact Trisha Rountree at trountree@redeemeralive.org 

And if you have any questions about our Youth Ministry or the Mission Trip, please contact Maria Devenport, Minister of Youth & Families at mdevenport@redeemeraliv.org

Have You Registered for Summer Family Ranch Camp 2021?

Please join us for Shoshone Family Ranch Camp -- August 13-15. Doug Weinrich will be leading a group of families from Redeemer in a weekend of fun, FELLOWSHIP, and worship at Shoshone Mountain Retreat. Activities include horseback riding, river time, and a whole lot of GREAT food.

Registration is officially open on our website. You can both register and pay online at this link. We have options for every family size and camping preference whether you prefer staying in the lodge, a tent, or an RV.

Please contact Doug Weinrich with any questions -- dweinrich@redeemeralive.org.

Redeemer Annual Congregational Meeting

Senior High Youth Summer Mission Trip (Shoshone)

Senior High Youth Send-Off (Redeemer/Senior High Room)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

June 30

4:30 pm-6:00 pm Middle School Youth Event (Redeemer)

6:30 pm-8:30 pm Senior High Youth Event (Redeemer)

Summer2Gether Begins! Traditional Worship @ 8:00 am & Contemporary Worship @ 9:30 am -- (Redeemer)

LWML Mite Sunday -- (Redeemer)

Staycation Bible School kit pick-up -- bring your kiddos! (Redeemer Lobby)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

4:30 pm-6:00 pm Middle School Youth Event (Redeemer)

6:30 pm-8:30 pm Senior High Youth Event (Redeemer)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

4:30 pm-6:00 pm Middle School Youth Event (Redeemer)

6:30 pm-8:30 pm Senior High Youth Event (Redeemer)

LWML Mite Sunday -- (Redeemer)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Middle School Youth Summer Service Week (Shoshone)

Middle School Youth End-of-Summer Pool Party

Senior High Youth End-of-Summer Pool Party

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Summer Family Ranch Camp (Shoshone)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Young Adults Missional Community/Bible Study (Redeemer)

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Redeemer has adhered to the health and safety guidelines put in place by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Governor Inslee's Office, and the Spokane Regional Health District. We continue to follow the guidance of these organizations.

Washington state has lifted mask and social distancing restrictions for fully vaccinated people, with just a few exceptions (hospitals, travel on planes, trains and buses).

What does this mean for Worship and ministry events at Redeemer? It means if you are fully vaccinated (per the above), you now have a choice as to whether or not you wear a mask indoors and outdoors. You may also sit with other fully vaccinated people without social distancing.

If you have any questions, please call our Church Office (509.926.6363) or connect with Trisha Rountree, Director of Human Resources, at trountree@redeemeralive.org

If you'd like to share your gifts in support of Redeemer Lutheran Church's ministries, you can do so online at this link or via any of the options listed in the image below.