Afternoon Service Announcement & COVID -19 Precautions Update
Redeemer Church Family,
It has been an absolute joy to see our church family gathered solely in our sanctuary for the last five weeks. After months of worshiping at home, distanced at a parking deck, or separated between two locations, three services of collective praise in our sanctuary have been incredibly moving. We have said it before, but it bears repeating -- praise God for His providence and care over our church this last year!
4 PM Worship Service Returning August 15th
As we look forward to the return of more family members and college students this fall, we are preparing to bring back an afternoon service. Starting August 15th, we will be adding a 4:00 PM service in addition to our 8:00, 9:30, and 11:15 services. Our incredible Children's Ministry team will also be offering childcare and children's classes at all four services each Sunday (so please sign up to volunteer!).
Many of our long-time members have special memories of the days when an afternoon service was our only service option. As we work diligently to free up more space in our morning services, we hope you will consider joining us in the afternoon.
COVID-19 Precautions Update
Additionally, we wanted you to know that the elders of Redeemer have continued to monitor the spread of COVID-19 in our community, especially in light of the new Delta variant. Because of this, when our 4:00 PM service returns on August 15th, it will begin as a mask-required worship service for both adults and kids (Pre-K and up).
As always, if you feel more comfortable wearing a mask at any of our other services, please do so. Our 9:30 AM service will continue to be live-streamed if you are experiencing COVID symptoms or are currently uncomfortable joining us in our sanctuary.
If you are interested in scheduling a vaccine or want more information on vaccination, Christ Health Center, one of our local partners in Woodlawn, accepts appointments online.
We have also recognized that local school systems are implementing various mask strategies as they enter the new school year. Parents, please be on the lookout for a message from Regan, our Children's Director, for information on steps the Children's Ministry will be taking to ensure a safe learning environment for our children.
As always, we will continue to weigh local hospitalization, vaccination, and transmission data against our congregation's spiritual, emotional, and mental health needs. We will also listen to the advice of Redeemer's medical community, as well as state and local officials, as we chart a path that is right for our church family.
Lastly, we urge you to continue showing Christlike love towards our brothers and sisters, keeping in mind the many and varied ways people are hurting right now. If you are struggling, we urge you to reach out so that we can help. We are actively searching for ways to care for and accommodate members of our church family who need help.
Blessings,
The Senior Pastor Team
Joel Brooks
Lead Pastor
Josh Hausen
Executive Pastor
Jeff Heine
Shepherding Pastor
