Redeemer's Events
BOOK CLUB
Upcoming. . .
We will be taking a break for the month of December. Enjoy reading
any good book!
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JANUARY
BOOK CLUB
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhom
Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer, she is privy to much of what goes on behind closed doors in Hallowell. Her diary is a record of every birth and death, crime and debacle that unfolds in the close-knit community. Months earlier, Martha documented the details of an alleged rape committed by two of the town’s most respected gentlemen—one of whom has now been found dead in the ice. But when a local physician undermines her conclusion, declaring the death to be an accident, Martha is forced to investigate the shocking murder on her own.
Join us at 7pm in January- date TBD, at the home of Dorothy Kropack, when we discuss this novel and enjoy conversation and refreshments!
Women's Club
We sincerely thank Winnie French for leading the women’s group in many fund raisers and hands~on events for numerous years. As she takes a step out of the leadership role, we would like to see someone else take up her position. If you are interested, please contact the church
The Redeemer's website is maintained by Jerry Marquardt
Free Little Pantry:
Free Little Pantry:
Please continue to donate graciously!
Thank you to all that donated and helped make the Thanksgiving dinner giveaway so successful!
Almost 60 families received turkeys and all the trimmings to enjoy with their family. I am blessed to have the support of the church and the community. I will now be collecting small toys, McDonald gift cards, or winter accessories for Christmas stockings. They are part of the Christmas dinner giveaway that will be held on December 21st.
For the dinners I’m looking for sliced pineapple, dinner rolls, corn muffins, fresh baby carrots, brown sugar, cookie mix, corn, and mashed potatoes or fresh potatoes.
“The generous will be blessed for they share their food with the poor”~ Proverbs
Marilyn
Lessons from hiking
Whether I’m hiking an easier stroll or a 20-mile trek, I’ve noticed parallels to my journey with Christ.
- This is my journey. Too often I waste time comparing my stride, pace or equipment to that of fellow hikers.
- I don’t know what’s around each bend, but God does. I can’t let anxiety steal my joy.
- It’s best to balance hiking in silence with sharing the trail with friends.
- I’ll be sore tomorrow, and that’s okay. Engaging new muscles leaves a reminder that growth is uncomfortable.
- Being prepared is good; being too prepared makes for a heavy backpack. I need to do my due diligence and let God handle the rest.
- It’s not a race, so finishing quickly offers no reward. When I’m not in a hurry, I tend to notice more of God’s blessings.
- I need to look up, enjoying God’s creation as I let him determine my steps.
—Janna Firestone
Recently:
WOMAN TO WOMAN:
WOMAN TO WOMAN:
So, it’s newsletter time and I have writer’s block. Nothing comes to mind. Nothing is bothering me that I need to rant about. But I know Deb is counting on me to take up some space, so I guess I’ll just tell you what I’m up to. There’s cards to address and gifts to buy and wrap. There’s cookies to bake and deliver. There’s decorating at home and at church, lights to string inside and out. There’s get togethers and parties and games to invent for said parties. There’s music to learn for worship to make Christmas Eve service very special. Phew! It’s a lot that we all have on our plates, isn’t it? But I wouldn’t have it any other way. So while I’m still in brain freeze mode, let me just say- Joyeux Noel, Feliz Navidad, Buon Natale, Frohe Weihnachten, Feliz Natal, Vrolijk Kerstfeest, We Solych Swiat Bozego, God Jul, VeseleVanoc, Eid Milad Majia, Shengdan Kusile, Krismas Mobaarak, Felicem Nativitakem, Mele Kalikimaka, Heri Ya Krismas, Nollaig Shona, Meri Kurisumasu.
In other words, Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.
Til next year, nice chatting with you.
Jan Strojny
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Birthdays
DECEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
- December 2 Erin Caswick
- December 8 Rachel DeLeeuw
- December 11 Gary Miller
- December 22 Art James
- December 25 Jesus
- December 29 Leatrice Miller
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JANUARY
BIRTHDAYS
- January 1 Erica Strojny
- January 12 Chuck Schara
- January 15 Robert Marquardt
- January 21 Amy Ogarek
- January 24 Mary Ann White
Jeff Kanack - January 27 Gina Graniczny
- January 31 Jennifer Kanacki
Save the Date:
Save the Date:
IN DECEMBER
- December 1-22 Advent Continues
- December 24 Christmas Eve service at 7 pm
- December 25 Merry Christmas! (no service)
IN JANUARY
- January 1 Happy New Year!
Anniversaries:
JANUARY
ANNIVERSARIES
- January 24 Gary & Sherri Miller
Readers:
READERS
DECEMBER
READERS
- December 1 Gary Rickert
- December 8 Tony Ogarek
- December 15 Jerry Marquardt
- December 22 Drew Ogarek
- December 24 Tony Ogarek
- December 29 Erica Strojny
✝️ 📖 🙏 🕊️ ✝️ 📖 🙏 🕊️
JANUARY
READERS
- January 5 Deb Nowlan
- January 12 Bob Hecht
- January 19 Alec Ogarek
- January 26 Dan Frawley
Altar flowers
ALTAR FLOWERS:
DECEMBER
ARE GIVEN BY:
- December 1 Mary Ann & Ray White wishes you Seasons Greetings!
- December 8 Debbi Peloquin in memory of her husband, Jeff.
- December 15 The Nowlans who are thankful for the blessings of church family.
- December 22 Kathy in celebration of Art James birthday!
- December 29 In celebration of Erica Stojny’s 22nd birthday!
Sign up is closed!
Once again it is time to order your holiday Poinsettias! These are displayed in the chancel during the Christmas Eve service, and then can be brought home to decorate your home or give to others. The cost this year is $20.00 ~please put in a separate envelope with your name on it and place in the offering plate. Sign up sheets are now
ALTAR FLOWERS:
JANUARY
GIVEN BY:
- January 3 Still available
- January 10 Still available
- January 17 The Frawleys in loving memory of Mandy & Cheryl D
- January 24 Still available
Sign up sheet for 2025 is located in the Narthex.
