New Christmas Series Original Christmas Playlist. Christmas Worship Schedule

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1 D e c e m b e r A Newsletter for Members and Friends of Redeemer Lutheran Church 1700 West Fair Avenue, Marquette, Michigan Redeemer s Mission...inviting all people to become students, believers and followers of Jesus Christ. New Christmas Series Original Christmas Playlist Christmas Worship Schedule Wednesday, December 5th 6:00 pm Advent Dinner 7:00 pm Advent Worship Saturday/Sunday December 22, 23 Regular Weekend Schedule One of things we love most about Christmas is the music. Whether it s standing in line at Target or listening to the radio on the way home from work, the music we hear reminds us that there is something unique about this time of year. When the Bible tells the Christmas story, it tells it through song. From Jesus conception in the womb to his dedication at the temple, every scene is filled with music and with wonder. And each song helps us discover something different, something important about the coming of this Child. In this series, the original Christmas Playlist, we will take a closer look at some of the sacred songs. What do they have to teach us about the very first Christmas, and it s place the bigger story of the Bible? Topics: 1. Mary s Song. Anticipation. Luke 1: Zechariah s Song. Fulfillment. Luke 1: Angel s Song. Joy/peace on earth. Luke 2:13, 14 Christmas Eve Worship Monday, December 24th (Choose Which Service Best Suits Your Family) 3:00 pm Contemporary Family Service Music Led by Praise Team ~ A Contemporary Blend of Familiar and New Christmas Carols ~ Children s Message ~ Glow-sticks for Young Children ~ Candlelight ~ Children s Message ~ Nursery Care Provided ~ Informal Atmosphere. 5:00 pm Candlelight Carols and Choir Organ-led Traditional Carols ~ Candlelight ~ Children s Message ~ Jubilation Choir ~ Nursery Care Provided ~ Traditional Family Atmosphere. 7:00 pm Candlelight Carols and Choir Organ-led Traditional Carols ~ Candlelight ~ Children s Message ~ Praise Choir ~ Nursery Care Provided ~ Traditional Family Atmosphere. 9:00 pm Processional with Communion Processional/ Recessional ~ Organ-led Traditional Carols ~ Candlelight ~ Gospel Processional ~ Traditional Formal Atmosphere.

2 King s Kid s and Sunday School classes will be taking a break during the Christmas holiday. There will be no King s Kid s on Saturday, December 22 and December 29. There will be no Sunday School on Sunday, December 23 and December 30. Classes will resume the weekend of January 5 & 6. Members of Redeemer will have the opportunity to vote on important issues for our congregation on Sunday, December 16, 9:30 a.m. Action items include: 2019 Budget Election of Church Officers All people who are confirmed members of Redeemer are also voting members and encouraged to attend. Sunday School Christmas Musical Join us on Sunday, December 16th our Sunday School will present their Christmas Musical... Make A Joyful Sound Sunday, December 16 10:45 a.m. Preschool There are opening s in our 3, 4 & 5 year old classes, if you or anyone you know is looking for preschool for their child. They must be 3 years old by December 31st for our 3 year old classes. For more information call or speak with our preschool director, Carmen Albert at Cookie Sale Fundraiser The senior high students are taking orders for their cookie sale! Proceeds from the cookie sale will help cover the cost for the high school youth attending the National Youth Gathering in July Place your completed order form in the box at the Welcome Center. COOKIE ORDER FORMS ARE DUE BY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 Don t forget to join us on Saturday, December 15th for Jesus Birthday Party from 1:00-2:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS COOKIE PACKAGING Saturday, December am at the church All NYG participants are asked to come to help

3 The Altar Guild of Redeemer is busy planning for the Christmas season. The Poinsettias and White Mums will cost $18.00 each. If you would like to make a donation to help cover the cost of poinsettias and mums please do so by filling out the form below and returning it to the church office by Monday, December 17. Poinsettias and Mums can be taken home following the Christmas Eve 9 p.m. worship service. Attached is a check or cash in the amount of $ (If writing a check please make it payable to Redeemer Altar Guild.) Given by: If you would like your poinsettias or mum given in memory of family or friends, please clearly write information here. You probably know a few people who could use a little extra holiday cheer. Maybe it s the babysitter, a favorite teacher or even the friendly mailman! Want to buy them all a little something, without breaking the bank? Well, this holiday season you can purchase a Scrip card for them from Redeemer. T r y S c r i p S h o p p i n g C a r d s f o r C h r i s t m a s. Give Scrip cards as gifts, or use them to shop from hundreds of nationwide vendors. Remember, Scrip doesn't cost you anything extra. If you purchase a $25 Scrip card, it is worth the full $25 value. Deadline for Christmas orders is 12 noon on Sunday, December 9. Buy Scrip on Weekends after each worship service and Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. in the church office. U s i n g S c r i p h e l p s G E N E R A T E I N C O M E F O R R e d e e m e r Y o u t h, R e d e e m e r P r e s c h o o l a n d R e d e e m e r C h i l d C a r e. H e r e ' s H o w... Redeemer purchases Scrip shopping cards from a distributor at a discount. Redeemer re-sells the Scrip shopping cards to you for full face value. Discounts range from 2% to 20%, and this money is Redeemer s profit and helps fund our youth group, Preschool and Child Care. You use Scrip shopping cards from your favorite retailers just like cash, for their full face value. If you purchase a $25 gift card, it is worth the full $25 value.

4 Sawyer, as we prepare and serve a special Christmas sit-down roast beef dinner. WHERE: Victory Lutheran Church 315 Explorer Gwinn WHEN: Sunday, December 16 be at Victory by 11:30 a.m. we serve at 12 noon WHAT: Prepare a dish OR buy and donate some supplies please have items to Redeemer by 10 a.m. on December 16. Come and help us serve and clean up Menu and items needed are on the Welcome Center in the Narthex WHY: To experience the JOY of giving and sharing God s love with fellow Christians who are having a rough time right now Any questions please call Melissa Wihowski at or Phyllis James at Lutheran Witness The Lutheran Witness is your magazine, written and provided especially for the lay people of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Inserted in every issue is The Messenger, news from the North Wisconsin District. By subscribing to The Lutheran Witness, members of the North Wisconsin District become aware of the mission and ministry of both our District and Synod. You may also send a copy of The Lutheran Witness to a relative, friend or anyone else you feel could benefit from the articles. Each subscription is $22.01 (11 magazines, July/August issue is a combined edition). New subscriptions begin with the March 2019 issue. Yes I would like a subscription to The Lutheran Witness for: myself as a gift Your Name: Address: I would like a gift subscription sent to: Name: Address:

5 not otherwise have gifts on Christmas morning. Sign up boards are in the narthex. Sign up by: 1) Finding an item on the boards to donate. 2) Sign up on the sheet. 3) Take the tag from the board. 4) Buy the gift. 5) Wrap the gift. 6) Attached the tag to the gift. 7) Return the gift to the church by December 9. Thank you to everyone who participates in the very important Christmas program. HIGH SCHOOL CAMP LUTHER RETREAT It s that time of year again to be thinking about the Camp Luther Retreat for high school students! The Retreat is January Events of the weekend include: tubing, broomball, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, devotions and Bible studies. Registration/ Health forms and $120 are due to DCE Anna by Sunday, December 9. The forms are available in DCE Anna s office. MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP LUTHER RETREAT The Camp Luther Big Chill Retreat for middle school students is here! The Retreat is January Events include: tubing, broomball, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, devotions, and Bible studies. Registration/Health forms and $90 are due to DWO Larry by Sunday, December 16. The forms have been mailed to all confirmation students, or are available in DWO Larry's office. CONFIRMATION CLASS Saturday, December 8 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL HANGTIME Sunday, December 9 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. LIFT MIDWEEK YOUTH EXPERIENCE Wednesday, December 12 5:30 7:00 p.m.

6 Adult Study Led by Pastor Chad & Pastor Daniel Location: Fellowship Hall (gym) 9:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY 9:30 AM Women s Bible Study Led by DCE Anna Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Adult Study led by Pastor Chad & Pastor Daniel 6:00-7:00 p.m. Location: Room 1A & 1B (Northwest Corner) WEDNESDAY MORNINGS 7:00 a.m. Men s Study Meets Year Round Led by Pastor Chad Location: