September 22, 2023

Welcome to Redeemer Life! 

Fall is in the air, and the Holy Spirit is alive and well at Redeemer. If you haven't yet had the opportunity to join us for Sunday morning Worship (8:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.) and Growth Hour (9:15 a.m.) -- you are missing out!

It is difficult to put the feeling into words... But until you join together with fellow brothers- and sisters-in-Christ in Redeemer's Worship Center or in one of our many Growth Hour classrooms, the full impact of God's presence here at Redeemer is hard to explain. He is felt boldly and reflected so clearly in the faces of the children, youth, and adults.

We encourage whole households to join us in the Worship Center, whether you are a family of one or ten. We love to see friends and families sitting together.

This said, we have a full schedule of family and community events as we launch into October, so please grab your calendar and take some notes as you read today's newsletter. Thank you for joining us on our mission -- living out the Word and healing ministry of Jesus in community with God and each other.

Please feel free to submit your updates, stories, questions, photos, and videos to our Director of Operations & Communications, Susan Baldwin at

 sbaldwin@redeemeralive.org.

And please remember to like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @RedeemerAlive. We'd appreciate you following us on YouTube, too. Thank you!

A Message from Associate Pastor Drew Bayless

Happy Friday, Friends!

This Sunday, we gather in the Book of Hebrews as we enter the fall season with our Beauty and Creativity series.

This week we will hear stories about how God humbled Himself, dwelling among His people -- becoming fully human in Jesus. We will look at His relationship with the Israelites and understand how God's desire has always been to be in proximity and in relationship with us.

The words of the author of Hebrews remind me of words spoken by a philosopher from Denmark, Soren Kierkegaard:

"Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."

Please listen to my Friday message to learn more, and join us on Sunday as we dive deeper into God's gifts of Hope, Faith, and Grace.

In Jesus' Peace,

Pastor Drew

Announcements and Events

Parenting through the Phases

On October 1, we will launch a new Growth Hour series designed for parents of newborns through teens titled Parenting Through the Phases.

The six-session class will take parents through the many phases of parenthood with real insights and actionable steps to help them connect with their kiddos at every age.

Registration for the class is now live -- simply scan the QR Code to register on your mobile device. Please get in touch with our Children’s and Youth Minister, Lindsey Ohling, with any questions at lohling@redeemeralive.org.

Philippines Mission Trip Recap

You are invited to join us on Sunday, October 1, at 9:15 a.m. in rooms 120/121 for a gathering hosted by the Youth and Adults who served in the Philippines this summer. They will share stories, highlights, and pictures. Everyone is welcome!

Learn more HERE.

Redeemer Endowment Grant Applications

Redeemer’s Endowment Board is now accepting grant applications through October 1.

You’ll find a link to the grant application on our website at https://redeemeralive.org/giving/endowment/ 

Redeemer’s Endowment is designed to support Redeemer’s mission and ministries. Thousands of dollars have already been granted to Redeemer Ministries.

Please get in touch with Josh Williams, Redeemer’s Director of Development, at jwilliams@redeemeralive.org or any of our Endowment Board members with any questions.

Join Us for Lutherhaven's Golden Agers Day Out

Redeemer invites you to join us as we head back to Lutherhaven’s annual Golden Agers Day Out on October 4, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Golden Agers Day Out is a one-day retreat, especially for retirees, senior adults, and older adult groups. We will be renting a van and hope you will join us. Please visit this LINK to register your spot on the van or call our Church Office at (509)926-6363.

We will enjoy a beautiful day at camp filled with fellowship, fun, laughter, songs, and food. The cost is $15/person, which includes lunch and the program. You can register and pay online at the link below.

More details to follow soon. You can register at this LINK.

2023 Confirmation Lock-in

Register now for our 2023 Confirmation Lock-In.

All 7th and 8th Grade Youth wishing to be confirmed in 2024 or 2025 are required to participate in a Confirmation Lock-In.

This year's lock-in will be held on October 14-15. Youth should be dropped off at Redeemer at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 14 and picked up after Contemporary Worship at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 15.

During the lock-in, we will study the first unit in our Confirmation curriculum while enjoying fellowship with Youth Group friends. It will be a perfect mix of learning, fun, food, and games.

Dinner and breakfast are included.

On Sunday morning, Youth will participate in Middle School Growth Hour at 9:15-10:15 a.m. and Contemporary Worship at 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Parents are encouraged to join us for Growth Hour and Worship. We will all Worship together!

Please get in touch with Lindsey Ohling, Redeemer's Children's and Youth Minister, with any questions at lohling@redeemeralive.org. Registration is now live on the events page of our website - redeemeralive.org/events. You can also scan the QR Code below.

Parents must also complete this overnight event permission form. Once completed form will cover the entire school year. Thank you!

Spokane Veterans Forum Dinner

On October 19, please join us to serve dinner to our friends at the Spokane Veterans Forum from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is one of our favorite events of the year. An event that warms the hearts of BOTH our volunteers and the incredible men and women we have the opportunity to serve.

On October 18, we’ll gather in the Redeemer kitchen at 7:30 p.m. to prepare the food. On October 19 at 4:30 p.m., we will meet at the Spokane National Guard Readiness Center to serve the men and women of the Spokane Veterans Forum. The Spokane National Guard Readiness Center is at 1626 N. Rebecca Spokane, WA 99216.

Individuals, families, and small groups are encouraged to participate. Please sign up at this LINK.

Lowell Looper is leading this volunteer effort. Contact our Church office with questions - (509) 926-6363.

Wednesday Night Youth Group

Wednesday night Youth Group for High School and Middle School is back in full swing. High School and Middle School Youth gather at Redeemer on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for an evening of fun and fellowship in God’s Word. Please call our church office at (509)926-6363 with any questions or email Lindsey directly at lohling@redeemeralive.org.

Lutheran Women in Mission League-2023 Programs

Women of all ages, we invite you to come to our Lutheran Women in Mission League (LWML) Bible studies and share warm fellowship and conversation. We meet one day a month. 

LWML activities at Redeemer include the Christmas Shoebox luncheon, making banners for Baptisms and First Communion participants, and hosting the annual Seder meal for youth participating in the Rite of First Communion.

On the first Sunday of each month, visit our kiosk in the Redeemer lobby to pick up a LWML magazine or take home a mite box. You can fill the little take-home boxes with coins and return them on the first Sunday of the next month. The coins (mites) support many mission passions such as Christian Education, seminary support, provision of physical healthcare supplies to people in need, and more as we serve as the hands and feet of our Lord Jesus.

For more information about meeting times and locations, please call the Church Office at (509)926-6363 or connect directly with Marcia Tracht at (509)993-9205.

Moms with Kids -- Next Meeting: September 29

Please mark your calendars for the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Friday of every month at 9:30-11:30 a.m. The group meets in Redeemer's room 120/121.

All moms are welcome, no matter the age of your kiddos or church affiliation. The group is beginning the year with a Bible study by Priscilla Shirer, "Discerning the Voice of God -- How to Recognize When God Speaks."

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with childcare during the meetings. Please get in touch with our Church Office if you'd like to volunteer -- (509)926-6363.

If you missed our Pastor's Word Friday Message or Redeemer Life, you can enjoy them via our YouTube channel below.

Pastor's Word Friday

September 22, 2023

Redeemer Life

September 24, 2023

With His JOY,

Your Redeemer Ministry Team