Loving Sincerely
In his book, The Rise of Christianity, sociologist Rodney Stark chronicles how a tiny and obscure messianic movement from the edge of the Roman Empire came to dominate Western civilization in just a few centuries. He tells the story of the ever-growing band of believers that had, to the Roman mind, a ridiculous and absurd way of living in community and loving their neighbors…how they learned to love each other sincerely and literally transformed the Western world. And so, it’s important, as we continue reading through St. Paul’s letter to those same first Christians in Rome, to consider his instruction and ask the question, “What kind of community has God called Redeemer to be?”
This Sunday we’ll explore the essential quality of the life we’re called to share with one another.
See you then.
Steve+
Needed: Vestry Recording Secretary
Our Vestry is looking for a new Recording Secretary to take, distribute, and archive notes from our monthly meetings. Commitment requires 3-4 hours per month meetings included. If you’ve got administrative gifts and can serve in this way, let Steve know. steve@redeemerannapolis.org
Operation Christmas Child
Time to start planning now for this worthwhile Christmas project and the first step is collecting empty shoe boxes for those who may not have one. If you have an extra empty shoe box or two around the house, please being them this Sunday and leave them near the Welcome Table.
Bible Study Fellowship
Join Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) as they study the gospel of John this year. The study begins Monday night (September 11, 2023). In personal Annapolis EP for all members of the family, 6:50 to 8:30PM. In South County, Thursday night at Grace Brethren in Owings. Online meets at the same times via Zoom. Please go to https://joinbsfinternational.org or mybsf.org to register for a class. Enter your zip code and choose the appropriate group. Select EM or EW or the selection for your child's age group. If you’ve got questions, talk to Doug Gillikin this Sunday.
Upcoming Events
This Saturday, 6:35PM—Bowie Baysox Baseball and Fireworks (buy tickets at the game, meet in the GA seating on the first base side)
This Sunday—Second Sunday Sandwiches following worship
This Sunday—Redeemer Vestry following Second Sunday Sandwiches
Saturday, October 14, 9-noon—Work Day at Medora’s
Sunday, October 22—Bishop Julian Episcopal Visitation and Confirmations
Sunday, October 29–5th Sunday Potluck
Sunday, December 31–5th Sunday Potluck
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