Kindness Bingo

As February is Random Acts of Kindness Month, we have put together Kindness Bingo to encourage our youth to spread kindness throughout this month (and beyond). On Sunday, Pastor Kessinger handed out Kindness Bingo cards during the Children's Message; please find them attached here. Copies will also be available at the Kids' Corner table in the Crossroads throughout February!

Reminder to High School Youth

All of our youth who are confirmed are voting members!

Please plan to attend the annual meeting on Sunday, February 9, at 12 pm. You have a voice! You have a vote!

Group Activity for Faith Formation & Confirmation

February 16 at 9:45 am

We will be holding a special group activity for all Faith Formation (Pre-K - 6th Grade) and Confirmation classes. This will include a service project creating kits for Gracing Spaces.

Parents’ Coffee

February 23 from 10:45 am to 11:15 am

Parents are invited to join for coffee and an opportunity to build fellowship with other parents and families at Redeemer. The gym will be open during this time for the youth.

Youth Dinner (Grades 7-12)

Date TBA

7th to 12th graders are invited to join us for dinner and fellowship! If your child is interested in attending the Youth Dinner, please fill out this poll by February 14 to determine the date that works best for the most people. Thank you!

Scouting Programs at Redeemer

Redeemer serves as the Charter Organization for three troops: Cub Scout Pack 861 (both girls and boys), Troop 2119 (girls), and Troop 1916 (boys). Please see information below about these troops along with contact information if you are interested in getting involved.

Cub Scout Pack 861

Roughly 35 Scouts ranging from Kindergarten through 5th grade, organized by year group into Dens. We usually meet twice per month, every other Monday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, as well as one Saturday per month. Our activities range widely and include group games, hiking, camping, visits and tours, volunteering, and practical skills. If you're interested in joining, please reach out to the Cubmaster, Dominik Wermus (dominik.wermus@gmail.com). New Scouts are welcome at any time. Please note that Scouting activities are planned and organized collectively by parents, so parental participation is required.

Troop 2119

We are a girls Troop with approximately 30 active Scouts. Our Scouts are between 12 and 17 years old. Our Troop is focused on the outdoors and community service. Some of our recent activities include camping, canoeing, horseback riding, rope courses, backpacking, and hiking. We have attended and plan to attend high adventure treks including hiking in New Mexico, canoeing in Minnesota and Canada, winter camping in Minnesota, and sailing in the US Virgin Islands. Our completed and planned service projects focus on food insecurity and veterans. We promote youth leadership. We meet every Tuesday night from 7-8:30pm in Music Room B. If interested in joining, please reach out to Todd Wynn (troop2119scoutmaster@gmail.com).

Troop 1916

Troop 1916 is a boys troop with approximately 45 active Scouts ranging in age from 11 to 17 years old. We have monthly overnight trips which usually include include one of the following activities: backpacking, canoeing, climbing, hiking, a Projectoree competition, skiing, capped off with an annual beach trip to the Eastern shore at the end of the school year. We also attend a one week sleep away camp each summer, plus the older scouts are eligible to go with us to one of three High Adventure bases each summer: Northern Tier (canoing in the boundary waters), Philmont (backpacking in northeast New Mexico), and Seabase (sailing or scuba diving in the Florida Keys/USVI). Along with these activities, we usually have an opportunity for participating in several large service projects in the fall, as well as many smaller projects as our Scouts advance and plan their own Eagle projects which need assistance from fellow Scouts. Our meetings are Tuesday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall, with a pre-meeting beginning at 7:00 PM. We believe a youth-led troop is the basis for building leadership skills that will serve the Scouts well in their future. Please contact Alfred Thesmar (AThesmar@aol.com) or Doug Lum (troop1916mcleancc@gmail.com) to learn more or to join us.

Save the Dates - March

Metro D.C. Synod Seekers Retreat (Grades 3-5) | March 15-16

Registration Deadline March 2

All children in grades 3, 4, and 5 are invited to attend a retreat for elementary school students on March 15 and 16. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, they will rotate through different stations to experience God through Bible study, games, arts and crafts, science, and service. Children may attend with adult family members, with an adult from their congregation, or without an adult. For more information and to register, please visit this link. Scholarships are available, please email if Grace Howie (grace@redeemermclean.org) if needed.

Shrove Tuesday - Redeemer's Annual Pancake Supper!

Featuring Art by Redeemer Renaissance Artists

March 4 at 6pm

Mark your calendars - Tuesday, March 4th at 6pm in the Gym.

Bring your neighbors, friends, and family! Featuring "Art is Served", an exhibit by Redeemer Renaissance Artists.

All donations made at the dinner will support the Youth Ministry.

Want to help? Both adult and youth volunteers are needed; click the link to sign up! Youth can earn community service hours for this event.

Youth Leadership Sunday

March 9

All youth are invited to attend worship with their parents and assist with the service as readers, ushers, greeters or acolytes. A sign up genius will be available soon. Please note that we will NOT hold Faith Formation classes this Sunday. The High School Bagels and Bibles class will still meet at 9:45 am.

Metro D.C. Synod Virginia Conference Play + Pray Event (Grades 6-12)

March 9



Middle and high school students are invited to come play, eat, and join in fun and fellowship. It is completely free and students are encouraged to bring a friend! The Virginia Conference event will be from 2-4 pm at Bowlero Sterling. Please register here and email Grace Howie (grace@redeemermclean.org) so she knows who from Redeemer plans to attend.

Redeemer Renaissance

Preschool and After-School Registration 2025-26

It’s time! Church and community families with children 1.5 – 12 years of age are welcome to register for the 2025-26 school year!

Families with enrolled children returning for 2025-26 and new families may now register. 

Children delight in experiencing open-ended play with peers in a safe, developmentally appropriate environment. Our staff engages the children to delve into topics of interest, build hands-on projects, and create bonds that will help them navigate their childhood years and beyond.

We can’t wait to welcome you! Schedule a visit to take a tour & register:

 Preschool 703-356-3567 or After-School 703-356-3346 ext. 106

Faith Formation

Faith Formation classes are available for Pre-K (ages 3+) through 6th graders. Our youngest members will sing, read Bible stories, play games, and have open discussions with their peers as they build a strong foundation and understanding of the Christian faith.

Please contact Shelley Brennan (shelleybrennan@gmail.com) with any questions.

Confirmation

7th and 8th graders are invited to join Confirmation class, focusing on both biblical education and exploration of Lutheran doctrine and theology.

Please contact PSK (psk@redeemermclean.org) with any questions.

Youth are always invited to serve in Worship.

• To serve as an Acolyte or Reader, sign up here
• To serve as a Greeter, contact Mark Cronin (mlm.cronin@gmail.com)
• To serve as an Usher, contact Andy Pribulka (abp.sds@erols.com)

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