SPEAKING OF ACOLYTES…
We may not have been deep into this conversation the
last time we spoke; however, this is a subject dear to
my heart. Acolytes are those young and indispensable
members of the Sunday “Altar Party”. For those of
you to whom this is a new term, the “Altar Party”
refers to those people who serve at the altar during a
service. These are the people who “set the tone” for
our celebration of the Eucharist. Each person who is
at the altar during Eucharist has a very specific job
that is reserved just for that person. Most who are
there also had a party in the Liturgy of the Word.
We know, of course, that the Priest is the only one
who can consecrate the elements for the Eucharist.
The Deacon sets and clears the table, elevates the
chalice at the proper time, and administers the
chalice. The Eucharistic Minister turns the pages for
the Priest and also administers the chalice. The
Acolytes keep everything moving smoothly! They
receive the oblations (the bread and wine) to give to
the Deacon. They receive the offering to give to the
Priest. They wash the Priest’s hands, and they help
clear the table.
None of what you see at the altar would run so
smoothly without each person there doing his or her
job! Our acolytes are wonderful in their service! We
have had most kids in church serve at some time while
being members.
Please notice that is time again to train new acolytes.
Watch how quickly they become as skilled as those
they are joining. Being “Acolyte Mom” is truly a
privilege for me.
Deacon Julie
ALL ACOLYTES WHO WISH TO CONTINUE
MEET WITH REV. CAROL AND DEACON JULIE
EITHER FEBRUARY 6 OR MARCH 6 AT NOON.
LET US KNOW WHEN YOU WILL BE ATTENDING.
IF YOU ARE NOT CONTINUING, PLEASE TELL
DEACON JULIE.
ALL KIDS, THIRD GRADE OR OLDER
WHO WISH TO BE ACOLYTES, PLEASE
TELL DEACON JULIE AND PLAN TO ATTEND ONE
OF THE TWO SUNDAYS.
PLEASE TELL DEACON JULIE
WHICH ONE
A SPECIAL WORD OF THANKS
Dear Redeemer,
Words cannot express the love and support
this congregation extended to us during
Liesje's recovery from surgery. We are
overwhelmed, and more than thankful for
these kind gifts of love and caring. Thank
you for all the prayers, hospital visits,
cards, phone calls, and all the many
wonderful dinners you prepared for us.
Your help made this challenging time so
much easier for us. We feel truly blessed
to be members of the Redeemer family.
With love and gratitude,
Elliott, Liesje & Cody
CONGREGATIONAL
CYCLE OF PRAYER
Feb 6 – We give thanks for the many families who
make our Coffee Hours so wonderful by providing
delicious goodies, setting up, and cleaning up!
Feb 13 – We pray for all the homeless folks who will
be nourished by the dinner to be provided by Nativity
and Redeemer on February 15.
Feb 20 – We pray for God’s continued guidance for
the dedicated leadership of our Bishop’s Committee
members.
Feb. 27 – We give thanks for all our members who
volunteer at Guide Dogs and the Humane Society.
STEWARDSHIP
“The employment or use of one’s
time, talents and possessions”
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Will you make a pledge today?
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