Joy Together, Part 4—Hesed
Joy Together, Part 4—Hesed
The Bible invites, encourages and indeed commands that as the family of God we belong to a community. But not just any community—a community bonded together with the kind of relationships that imitate the way God binds himself to his people. In the Old Testament this kind of bonding is described with the Hebrew word hesed. It connotes a covenantal relationship, one based on promise, loyalty, loving-kindness, faithfulness. In the New Testament followers of Jesus are brought into this hesed relationship with the God of Israel and with His people. We are still meant to be in this community as the Body of Christ, bound together in our destiny as children of God. What does this kind of community entail? What does a hesed community look like and how does it function? This Sunday we will take a look at a few of the essential components for building a local hesed community and have an opportunity to “practice” hesed qualities during our Joy Together time. Come and reap the benefits of experiencing relationships built on loving-kindness and commitment!
Becca Engstrom
What is Joy Together? Find out here.
Children’s Formation Volunteers
We are in immediate need of men and women to serve in Redeemer's children in our Children’s Formation Time on Sundays! No special skills are needed beyond a heart for children and the ability to serve one time per month. Those who serve are given the incredible opportunity to stand as witness of the Gospel to the children of Redeemer, and to learn new things about God both from the lessons we teach each week and the wonderful questions and responses these children offer.
It’s a fun and relationship strengthening opportunity for couples to serve together.
A simple background check and sexual abuse awareness training—both completed online—are required. For more information, please contact our Children’s Formation Director, Karissa Simmons (karissa@redeemerannapolis.org).
Discovery Dinner—Thursday, June 8
If you're newer to Redeemer, or if you’ve just got questions, we will host a Discovery Dinner at the Wishart home Thursday, June 8, 6:30-8:30 PM. Discovery Dinners are casual meals where we share Redeemer’s story, answer questions, and get better acquainted. Nothing to bring. Email Steve+ (steve@redeemerannapolis.org) if you'd like more information or would like to attend.
Bishop +Julian Episcopal Visitation—Sunday, June 18
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