Readings: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20; Hebrews 4:1-13; Mark 10:23-31
Because we have so many Issues, Etc. listeners in our church, we choose to support this valuable program through designated offerings rather including it in our church budget. As of Sunday, October 13, we have $750 toward our $1000 annual sponsorship goal. You may write a check to our church and put "Issues, Etc" in the memo line or use the preprinted envelopes on the bulletin board and in the Narthex by October 20.
The LCMS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month this month. For information about how the LCMS reaches out to the Spanish speaking community, checkout https://www.lcms.org/how-we-serve/national/hispanic-ministry. We have some Spanish language Bibles and other resources available in the narthex. While we don’t have a Spanish language service, we know that the Word is always present in our worship.
Election season can be challenging as we discuss the issues with friends and family. One issue that may be encountered surrounds Critical Theory. The Every One His Witness "Witnessing to People Influenced by Critical Theory" module provides practical guidance to Christians for bringing God’s Word to nonchurched people who support, embrace, or promote the tenets of Critical Theory. Using the LASSIE approach to witnessing (Listen, Ask, Seek, Share, Invite, and Encourage), we learn how to share the Good News of Jesus Christ in a natural way with people who are part of our everyday lives. Check it out at https://www.everyonehiswitness.org.
Several members have expressed an interest in purchasing Redeemer shirts. We need to have a minimum order of 12 for t-shirts. The cost is $10 each. We will also order polo shirts for those who want a dressier look. The cost of the polos will be approximately $24. Please speak to Brenda or put your name on the list on the Missions and Evangelism bulletin board.
The Mercy Committee has heard from three LCMS organizations regarding hurricane donations. On behalf of our church, we will/have donated money to each organization. Here is the information on each organization should you want to donate on your own.
Southeast District - The LCMS Southeastern District Disaster Response Team has been activated. Details can be found here: https://se.lcms.org/resources/disaster-response-and-recovery/
New England District - Send your contributions to the New England District LCMS Office made payable to the “New England District LCMS” and earmarked Hurricane Relief. Once received, Brenda Bacon will tally all the funds and send checks to our sister districts.
New England District LCMS
Attention Brenda Bacon
400 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01109
LCMS Synodwide - How to Help - Disaster Response - The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (lcms.org)
Cressey Road – Cressey Road Church at 81 Cressey Road in Gorham is collecting clothes of any kind for the indigent in the community. It is done 9-noon on the first and third Saturdays.
The Gorham Backpack Program is distributing weekend food bags and school-day snack bags to Gorham students facing food insecurity. The current need is to stock the Food Closet at Gorham High School. We will be collecting items for the rest of September and October. Please bring your donation to church. There will be a box in the narthex for the collection.
They are requesting the following items: Pretzels, Cheez-Its, Trail mix, Granola bars, Capri sun or other juice boxes, Fruit snack, Goldfish, Mac and cheese (Velveeta cups), Ramen Individual size, cereal boxes, Individual size popcorn bags, Spaghettios, Deodorant, Chapstick.
MAP INTERNATIONAL is a Christian based organization that provides medical care and antibiotics to people in 91 nations. Every $10 donated generates $400 worth of medicine. To make a donation MAP INTERNATIONAL p.o box 96487 Washington D.C 20077 or map.org on line
If you need anything (rides, supplies, medicine pickups) or any assistance please feel free to contact Sandy or Tom DiPasqua at 207-883-2730 or tjdipasqua@aol.com.
The October 2024 issue of the “Pass It On” newsletter from LWML-NED is accessed via this LINK.
The trustees are planning a workday on Saturday October, 26 @ 9am. There is a work list on the bulletin board downstairs. Please reach out to Matt or Brian for more information or if there are other items you wish to add to the work list.
Redeemer’s Annual Octoberfest lunch will be held on Sunday October 27, with the festivities beginning immediately after the Divine Service. Bratwursts, hot dogs, beer and wine will be provided. Members are asked to bring German side dishes, salads and German themed desserts. Any questions, please see Betsy for more details.
Pastor Strawn has made it his goal to visit with Redeemer’s members at their homes. He wants to keep it very informal. Please email him at pastorgstrawn@gmail.com to schedule a date and time for your visit with him.
The 2024-2025 Council Vacancy Nomination Committee has been formed. Members are Darik Day, Stephen Schaefer, and Brian Watt. Positions to be filled are President, Vice President, Trustee, Missions and Evangelism, and Tech Committee. If you are interested in filing a Council position or want to suggest/nominate a candidate, please reach out to Darik at dcday@aol.com, Steve at stephenschaeffer@outlook.com, or Brian at brian.watt@gds-ots.com.
Please join us for the ALPA PRC Annual Fundraising Banquet on October 18th at Sea Road Church 140 Sea Road Kennebunk, ME. Dinner is at 6:00 pm with the presentation to follow. Let's fill a table! Contact Darik Day to attend, support or contribute.
Looking for hosts for our coffee hours following service. Sign up on the Fellowship Board near Pastor’s office. This can be one family or several families.
A Life Thought in the Church Year for October 20 – Pentecost XXII (Proper 24B): The Lord Jesus sees and knows the hardships of life issues because He lives among us (Hebrews 4:15). And He promises that His atonement and resurrection bring blessing and deliver delight not only after but amid these difficulties (Mark 10:29-30). May we comfort and encourage one another with thoughts of gift rather than talk of rights (Ecclesiastes 5:15,19).
A Stewardship Thought for Oct. 20 – Proper 24 Mark 10:29–30 – “Jesus said, ‘Truly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands, for my sake and for the Gospel, who will not receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions, and in the age to come eternal life.” This is Jesus’ encouragement for every faithful disciple — let it encourage you today.
LUTHERANISM IN THE PUBLIC SQUARE… Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week's topics include: The Movie “Joker Folie a Deux,” A Christian Response to Jordan Peterson’s Appeal with Young Men, The 50th Anniversary of the Walkout at Concordia Seminary, Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod, TuneIn or a podcast provider..
Newsletter Deadline – If you wish to contribute to the November church newsletter, please email your submission to the church office by October 22.
All announcements and prayer requests received in the church office by noon on Thursday will appear in print that week in Friday’s email. If there is an announcement that you would like Pastor to make following Sunday’s FB live stream, please email him that information.
Readings: Jeremiah 31:7-9; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 10:46-52
Readings: Revelation 14:6-7; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36
Issues, Etc. goal reached! Thank you to everyone who contributed to our $1000 annual sponsorship goal. If you have not listened to the program, check it out at IssuesEtc.org
The LCMS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month this month. For information about how the LCMS reaches out to the Spanish speaking community, checkout https://www.lcms.org/how-we-serve/national/hispanic-ministry. We have some Spanish language Bibles and other resources available in the narthex. While we don’t have a Spanish language service, we know that the Word is always present in our worship.
Election season can be challenging as we discuss the issues with friends and family. One issue that may be encountered surrounds Critical Theory. The Every One His Witness "Witnessing to People Influenced by Critical Theory" module provides practical guidance to Christians for bringing God’s Word to nonchurched people who support, embrace, or promote the tenets of Critical Theory. Using the LASSIE approach to witnessing (Listen, Ask, Seek, Share, Invite, and Encourage), we learn how to share the Good News of Jesus Christ in a natural way with people who are part of our everyday lives. Check it out at https://www.everyonehiswitness.org.
Several members have expressed an interest in purchasing Redeemer shirts. We need to have a minimum order of 12 for t-shirts. The cost is $10 each. We will also order polo shirts for those who want a dressier look. The cost of the polos are about $20 depending on the size. Check out the Redeemer Member Chat Facebook page for a picture of the polos. Please speak to Brenda or put your name size on the list on the bulletin board.
The Mercy Committee has heard from three LCMS organizations regarding hurricane donations. On behalf of our church, we will/have donated money to each organization. Here is the information on each organization should you want to donate on your own.
Southeast District - The LCMS Southeastern District Disaster Response Team has been activated. Details can be found here: https://se.lcms.org/resources/disaster-response-and-recovery/
New England District - Send your contributions to the New England District LCMS Office made payable to the “New England District LCMS” and earmarked Hurricane Relief. Once received, Brenda Bacon will tally all the funds and send checks to our sister districts.
New England District LCMS
Attention Brenda Bacon
400 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01109
LCMS Synodwide - How to Help - Disaster Response - The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (lcms.org)
Cressey Road – Cressey Road Church at 81 Cressey Road in Gorham is collecting clothes of any kind for the indigent in the community. It is done 9-noon on the first and third Saturdays.
The Gorham Backpack Program is distributing weekend food bags and school-day snack bags to Gorham students facing food insecurity. The current need is to stock the Food Closet at Gorham High School. We will be collecting items for the rest of September and October. Please bring your donation to church. There will be a box in the narthex for the collection.
They are requesting the following items: Pretzels, Cheez-Its, Trail mix, Granola bars, Capri sun or other juice boxes, Fruit snack, Goldfish, Mac and cheese (Velveeta cups), Ramen Individual size, cereal boxes, Individual size popcorn bags, Spaghettios, Deodorant, Chapstick.
MAP INTERNATIONAL is a Christian based organization that provides medical care and antibiotics to people in 91 nations. Every $10 donated generates $400 worth of medicine. To make a donation MAP INTERNATIONAL p.o box 96487 Washington D.C 20077 or map.org on line
If you need anything (rides, supplies, medicine pickups) or any assistance please feel free to contact Sandy or Tom DiPasqua at 207-883-2730 or tjdipasqua@aol.com.
The October 2024 issue of the “Pass It On” newsletter from LWML-NED is accessed via this LINK.
Pastor Strawn has made it his goal to visit with Redeemer’s members at their homes. He wants to keep it very informal. Please email him at pastorgstrawn@gmail.com to schedule a date and time for your visit with him.
The 2024-2025 Council Vacancy Nomination Committee has been formed. Members are Darik Day, Stephen Schaefer, and Brian Watt. Positions to be filled are President, Vice President, Trustee, Missions and Evangelism, and Tech Committee. If you are interested in filing a Council position or want to suggest/nominate a candidate, please reach out to Darik at dcday@aol.com, Steve at stephenschaeffer@outlook.com, or Brian at brian.watt@gds-ots.com.
Looking for hosts for our coffee hours following service. Sign up on the Fellowship Board near Pastor’s office. This can be one family or several families.
A Life Thought in the Church Year for October 27 – Pentecost XXIII (Proper 25B): Bartimaeus’ neighbors found his disability inconvenient and even burdensome. But Jesus drew near to affirm, support, and even restore his humanity and sanctity. All humankind suffers sin’s brokenness, but the Lord our God does not allow this to disqualify anyone. We get to receive every life as special, precious, and priceless, no matter what age, appearance, or ability.
A Stewardship Thought for Oct. 27 - Reformation Day - Romans 3:20 – “For by works of the law no human being will be justified in His sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.” The Law of God is good — it’s just that we sinners cannot save ourselves by the Law. Salvation is a free gift of God because that is the only way we could ever be saved. The Law shows us God’s holiness and thus our own sin. And now in Christ we can look at the Law and see it in a new light as well: as a guide for how to live a godly life in thanksgiving to God for His gracious forgiveness in Christ.
PATHS TO LUTHERANISM SERIES… Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. You can listen to stories of guests who have come to Lutheranism from Islam, Mormonism, Atheism, Agnosticism, Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, Pentecostalism and more. You’ll find the series at issuesetc.org/pathstolutheranism...
Newsletter Deadline – If you wish to contribute to the December church newsletter, please email your submission to the church office by November 22.
All announcements and prayer requests received in the church office by noon on Thursday will appear in print that week in Friday’s email. If there is an announcement that you would like Pastor to make following Sunday’s FB live stream, please email him that information.
Readings: Revelation 7:9-17; 1John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12