Family Life
Daddy / Daughter Dance: It’s that time once again for our seventh annual Daddy / Daughter Dance – this year scheduled for Saturday, February 11th, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Redeemer’s Gym. The evening begins with dinner at 6:00 a.m. (pizza, salad, desserts, beverages) and that’s followed by dancing to the music of our special guest DJ – and maybe a few surprises, too! You won’t want to miss this Men’s Ministry sponsored event where young ladies of all ages and their dads, step-dads, grandfathers, uncles, etc. enjoy a wonderful evening of fun and fellowship! Invite friends and neighbors to join you as well! There is no charge – a freewill donation will be received. Please sign up by February 6th on the bulletin board in the Town Square. You can also sign up by calling/e-mailing Gary Priskorn 248.644.4010 ext.123 or gpriskorn@redeemerbirming ham.org. Contact Gary if you have questions or need more information.
Prime Timers’ Outing at Ridgedale Players: Another fun outing for adults of all ages is planned by the Prime Timers’ group for Sunday, February 19th – a 2:00 p.m. matinee performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, performed by the Ridgedale Players (Livernois/Long Lake in Troy). We’ve reserved 25 seats at $15 per ticket. Following the performance, all are invited to return to Redeemer for a light supper (Chicken Shack chicken) in the Great Room at approximately 5:00 p.m. A freewill donation will be received to help cover food costs. Sign up on the bulletin board in the Town Square. Advance payment (checks payable to Redeemer) is requested and should be given to Gary Priskorn by February 13th. Questions can be directed to Gary at 248.644.4010 ext.123. Join us for a pleasant afternoon of entertainment and fellowship.
Women's Ministry
Pie with the Pastors! Tuesday, January 31 at 7:00 Pastors Schlak, Richert, Wuggazer and Speller will share their expertise with us, answering questions from A – Z about all things biblical. Four men, four different personalities all united in their devotion to Jesus Christ and all ready and willing to try to answer any question you might have. This will be a light hearted and informative evening. Sign up on the Town Square bulletin board, pick up a question card, fill it out and drop it in Kitty’s box. We will look forward to your toughest questions and the most comprehensive answers. Questions? Call Kitty at 248 644-4010. Sponsored by the Redeemer Women’s Ministry Team.
Youth Ministry
Sr. High Core Group: Core Group is a small group, in-depth Bible study led by Jeff Gallo. If you don’t get enough Bible study on Sunday nights, then come to core group! It happens this Wednesday and every Wednesday at 6pm! Come to learn more about the Bible and find a deeper relationship with God. Jeff will be doing Core Group series on Creation vs. Evolution. Come learn some facts that prove creationism. It’ll blow your mind!
Middle School: Nerd Game Night is coming up on Friday, February 3rd! The night starts with a pizza dinner and full night of fun games! Download a permission slip from wuggie.org!
2011-2012 Confirmation Program
Confirmation classes are well underway. Instruction, Small Groups & “Redemption” from 6-8pm
Come on Wednesday evenings: There is something for every member of the family! 5:30 - Pizza Dinner; (There will be no Pizza Dinners during Lent) Please join in the Lenten dinners if you choose, donation appreciated, these are not part of the confirmation program) 6:00 Comfirmation (6-8th grade); 6:00 Redemption Kids (pre-confirmation age children); 6:00 Sr. High Core group; 6:15 Adult Bible Study and at 7:15 the up-beat Redemption Service (an energetic worship service with a live band and a timely message)
Redemptionkids: too much homework getting in your way of staying for Redemptionkids classes and service? Miss Kitty would welcome your company at a supervised study table and then swing into games, scripture and treats as we learn why God has been so good to all of us!
Current & Upcoming Bible Studies
The following Bible classes are available.
Beginning Sunday, Feb. 12, we will embark on a study of Paula Rinehart’s book Better Than My Dreams: Finding What You Long For Where You Might Not Think To Look. Please join us as we invite Paula to lead us on a personal journey to find the life God longs for us to enjoy on the other side of our disappointed dreams. With truths of Scripture and Paula’s own hard-won insights, dynamic freedom can be ours to discover a life of joy and meaning. Come and deepen your awareness that God knows what He’s doing in your life. If you’re interested, we will order a book for you! Participants will read a chapter weekly and answer the study guide questions at the back of the book. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the parlor. For further information, please call the church office or Greta Goodwin @ 248-324-0091. Please come! We’d love to have you!
New Member Class: Sundays, 9:00-10:15 AM in the Great Room began January 15, led by Redeemer Staff
What Lutheran Christians Believe: Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 AM in the Great Room, led by Gary Priskorn. This class may also be used by new members wishing to join Redeemer, if you are unable to attend the Sunday New Member Class.
Men’s Breakfast (The Gospel of St. Luke): Wednesdays, 6:45-7:30 AM in the Great Room, led by Gary Priskorn.
Positive Parenting (The 5 Love Languages of Children): Wednesdays, 9:15-10:45 AM in the Conference Room, led by Gary Priskorn.
Fire on the Mountain: Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 PM in the Great Room, led by Andrea Schlak.
Community Bible Study (Exodus): Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 AM in the Great Room, led by Rosemary Ging.
For more detailed information see a Winter-Spring 2012 Bible Studies brochure .
Interested in starting a small group Bible study of your own, if so, please pick up a brochure on how to do so in coffee hour, or contact Pastor Schlak. It’s great fellowship and improves your walk with God!
MORE on New Membership Class
The first step in the process of becoming a member of Redeemer is attending our New Member Class, which will be offered on Sunday mornings, during the 9:00am service. Classes will begin on Sunday, January 15 and continue for 6 weeks, concluding February 19. Sessions are held in the “Great Room” with nursery and Sunday School available for your children.
Following those six sessions, we will have a New Member Orientation on Sunday, February 26 . This is a very informative time intended to acquaint all new members with the staff and the many programs and ministries here at Redeemer.
Finally, on March 4, you will have opportunity to officially join Redeemer during the 9am service, if that is your desire. The service is followed by a New Member Brunch for you and your family and friends.
The New Member Class is intended for those who do not have a Lutheran background, as we focus on the teachings of the Lutheran church. These sessions can also serve as a good refresher course for those joining Redeemer through transfer or “Profession / Reaffirmation of Faith” or our current members. You may attend the class freely, we warmly welcome you, even if you do not choose to join at the end of the process.
For those of you who cannot attend the Sunday morning classes, or would like another option, Gary Priskorn is teaching a 6 week class on Tuesday mornings that will cover the same content. It is titled “What Lutheran Christians Believe” and began on January 3rd at 9:30am in the Great Room.
If you have any questions about the New Member Classes, or anything regarding Redeemer, please contact Andrea Schlak, 248-644-4010 ext. 120 or aschlak@redeemerbirmingham.org
We eagerly look forward to sharing His Word and our friendship with you!
General Announcements
Wing-and-a-Prayer Players are well into rehearsals for the delightfully funny musical whodunit, Something's Afoot! Lot's of laughs; no blood! Performances are March 9,10 and 16, 17. Get your tickets in the Town Center during coffee hour today, and tell your friends.
Can & Bottle Drive! Do you have any cans and bottles lying around the house that you don’t feel like taking back to the grocery store? The Mexicali Mission Team wants them! Just place your cans and bottles in the box located outside the Town Square doors. This box will be outside every Sunday morning, and ONLY Sunday mornings. Please do not place cans and bottle in the Town Square entrance during the week. Thanks in advance!
Rummage Sale! Redeemer is having our Rummage Sale March 3, 2012. Save your stuff!
Don’t Forget to take photos in your Redeemer T-Shirts. We would like you to bring us pictures of you in your Redeemer t-shirts. You can bring the photo in, or email it to Andrea Schlak at aschlak@redeemerbirmingham.org. Those emailed in will be featured on our screens around the building, hard copies will be displayed and eventually put in the Redeemer archives.
Redeemer's on Facebook! Look up "Lutheran Church of the Redeemer" and become a fan!
Taking Redeemer With You - The services held in the Sanctuary are recorded both on an audio CD disc and also on a video DVD disc. Stop by the library between the 9am and 10:30am services to request a disc, or contact the office at (248) 644-4010 to request a disc. Please let them know the date, time and quantity. Not all services are recorded. If the same message is at both services, then only one service is recorded. However, if there are different special events happening at each service, such as a baptism, choir arrangement, solo, etc. then both services are recorded. Audio CD discs are $2 and video DVD discs are $5. The requested will be available in the library on the Sunday following your request. Thank you to Dick Weir for heading this up and to all the volunteers that make it possible: CD Audio Operators - Karl Bushuiakovish, Jim Compton, Amy Hawkins, Tim Hawkins, Brian Jacobs, Scott Kamm, Jeff Kidder, Norm Martin, Jim Perryman and Walt Sweitzer. DVD Video Operators - Jim Compton, Amy Hawkins, Brian Jacobs, Scott Kamm and Jeff Kidder.
The Lutheran Witness is a monthly publication prepared by our Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod for its members. It contains interesting articles about living the faith, theology and mission outreach. If you would like to subscribe, please call the Church Office and let them know. The cost is $10.50 for an annual subscription. Checks should be made out to Lutheran Church of the Redeemer with “Lutheran Witness subscription” noted on the memo line of your check.
Project Compassion Facebook - Project Compassion Ministries (PCM), under the direction of Rev. Chad Speller, is a recognized service organization of the Lutheran Church of the Missouri Synod. Help promote our mission of enriching the quality of life for elderly people residing in senior housing environments throughout Southeastern Michigan simply by becoming a PCM Facebook fan at http://www.facebook.com/ProjectCompassionMinistriesInc. And, discover the various ways you can get involved in our ministry.
Redeemer sermons available on podcast! Simply go to lutheranchurch.podbean.com to download the latest service, or any past services you missed. PLEASE NOTE that our podcast service is under construction. Please check back periodically and thank you for your patience!
