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NOVEMBER KEY DATES
November 4 | All Saints Sunday
Daylight Savings Time Ends! Set clocks back one hour!
November 17 | Harvest Home Concert
7:00 p.m.
See article this issue!
November 18 | Lutheranch Open House
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
See article this issue!
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Dear Myra,
So what happens to our church-and all churches-if they do away with the tax deduction for charitable contributions?
--Dee Dukshon
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Meet Jeff Banks
Lutheran Volunteer Corps
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Inner Treasures & Overlooked Secrets
by Cathy Vogel
ALTAR CUSHIONS - ALL SAINTS AND BEYOND
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A Goshen Valley Boy Lives a Life of Hope
Hi, my name is Chase Chitwood. My two younger siblings are currently adopted and are very ambitious to do well in life. My mom works many jobs to try to get her life back in order. My dad remains constantly trapped in many drug addictions, and cycles through jail and prison. As for me, I live a comfortable, but challenging life at Goshen Valley Boys Ranch. Over the years in foster care, I've lived with 16 different couples, been to eight different schools, and had six caseworkers and three CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) workers. Still, I feel I'm blessed to be alive.
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Habitat Dedication
by Doug Neale, Outreach Board & Habitat Coordinator
Redeemer's 16th consecutive Habitat home is complete! This year's habitat home was dedicated on October 6th when the finishing touches were applied, and a joyous celebration was shared by the new owner, Shayvana M., her family, Habitat officials, and about 60 volunteers from Redeemer, Cascade United Methodist Church and Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church. "Shay" and her children Derrick, Rodney, Amarius and Mesheh will formally move into the house in early November and begin their new lives as proud and responsible homeowners. A heartfelt thanks goes out to all who helped build the house and to those who provided essential maintenance tools and supplies for the "Home Starter Kit" that will enable the family to care for their new nest. Redeemer's next Habitat project will start in August 2013. Please join us next year to build home number 17!
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The Annual
Harvest Home Concert
Saturday, November 7
7:00 p.m.
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Wellspring Living Angel Tree
In December, Redeemer members will have a fun opportunity to shop for the girls at Wellspring Living. A living Angel Tree will be decorated with paper ornaments made by the girls.
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Redeemer is building a Special Needs Children's Ministry to better serve all of our young members, regardless of "diffabilities". The term "diffabilities" reflects the fact that everyone has different abilities rather than focusing on disabilities. The Dignity Revolution Film Festival is an opportunity to learn about "diffabilities," and how our faith community can be more inclusive and foster spirituality in all of our children. Please join us on Saturday, November 10th for the Dignity Revolution Film Festival at Paideia School.
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Life Passages
We express our sincere sympathy to...
Ellen Lawson on the death of her granddaughter, Kathryn Anderson, on September 23.
Marihope Troutman on the death of her husband, Jerry Troutman, on October 6.
We Celebrate November Birthdays
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Redeemer Reporter, Amy Carpenter, looks forward to receiving your ministry highlights. Email her by the 15th of the month at
Many thanks to
Ian Sheffield, editor, and Susan Lindsey, writer.
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Community Outreach Spotlight
genesis (n.): an origin, creation, or beginning; the coming into being of something 
Inside an unassuming building on Boulevard, with a view of downtown Atlanta, families are making new beginnings. At Genesis Shelter (www.genesisanewlife.org), families (mothers, fathers, both parents, siblings) with newborns two months or younger are welcomed into loving arms ready to guide them through many months to independence. Genesis provides housing for up to six months and continued support after families leave.
A note about Genesis from
Executive Director Nancy Friauf.
Finding Their Minds 
Genesis Shelter Needs
Genesis Shelter is in constant need of many items. If at any time you are interested in volunteering at or donating to Genesis, please contact Redeemer's Genesis Shelter Liaison, Kate Elkins, at kelkins20@gmail.com.
Also stop by and gather more information at the collection/display table during the month of November! In November Redeemer will focus on collecting diapering items for the shelter (Genesis goes through 1,600+ diapers a month!):
-Diapers sizes Newborn, 1, 2, 5
-Pull-ups - all sizes
-Baby wipes 
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Reflections of a First Time
WELCA Convention Delegate
September, 2012
Diana Palma, WELCA 2012 Delegate
When was the last time you spent a weekend with 200 Lutheran women of all ages from all over the Southeastern U.S.? Well, I'd never had that experience before, but I am still inspired weeks later, and I want to share some of the reasons why: Read on...
 | | Redeemer 2012 Convention Attendees --Left to Right in Photo: Jennie Mae Hill, Lorraine Dorough, Kathy Hill, Kristi Clark, Sharen Kilpatrick, Jeanne Andersen, Diana Palma, (and attended but not pictured) Jacque Peppel and Rozella White |
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Blessing of the Pets
by Heidi Couch, Evangelism Board
The Evangelism Board hosted Redeemer's
 annual Blessing of the Pets in honor of Saint Francis and our pets on Saturday October 6th. The day was perfect for outdoor worship with mild temperatures and sunny skies. Pastor Matt and Vicar Melody blessed each pet, making the sign of the cross, and anointed them with oil. In addition to the blessing, each of the 50 pets blessed received a Saint Francis medallion and a Certificate of Blessing. Pets and their humans enjoyed prizes, music, good fellowship, and Maria's special brunch. The Great Pet Trick Contest, MC'd by John Garrigan, was great fun for all. Check out the pictures John McGrew has posted on the big screen in the Sims Atrium. Hope to see you and your pet next year.
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2012 Fall Women's Retreat
by Charissa Schultz
Thirty-two Redeemer women of all ages spent the weekend at the Calvin Center, October 12-14, with their focus on "Making Room for God."
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Wednesday Moms Group
by Crystal Rowe, Minister for Small Groups
Did you know we just launched a new Moms Group at Redeemer? The Wednesday evening Moms Group gathers twice a month from 6:00-7:00 p.m. to share life experiences, and indulge in a chapter by chapter discussion of literature relevant to one's spiritual walk as a mother.
Read On...
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Join Youth and Family
Open House & BBQ
Lutheranch, November 18!
The Youth & Family ministry will organize a trip to Lutheranch to attend their Open House on Sunday, November 18, 2012. All are welcome! Lutheranch, a 70-minute drive from Redeemer, is our Synod's outdoor ministry center. We'll depart from Redeemer at 2:00 p.m. and return by 7:00 that evening. The event starts at 3:00 with site tours and a bluegrass band. There will be a special program with Bishop Gordy, followed by fellowship and a complimentary BBQ dinner. Come see the improvements that have been made and learn about future plans including the building of the retreat center. To sign up for the Nov. 18 trip, contact Greg Bohlken, Redeemer's youth minister, at gbohlken@redeemer.org or 404-593-6887. For more information about Lutheranch, visit www.llmi.net/lutheranch.
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Consecration Sunday a Success!
What a wonderful time we had on Sunday, October 21st for Consecration Sunday! The church was filled with over 800 friendly Redeemer folks enjoying the children's music, Bishop Willimon's message, delicious food, and -- especially -- each other's company. We were a larger crowd than last year which makes it all the more exciting as individuals to consider what Will Willimon asked of us: What could God be doing with someone like me? Redeemer's ministries provide an endless number of ways to do God's work through giving our volunteer time, prayer support, and our financial resources. Thanks to the hundreds of members who celebrated Consecration Sunday by committing to return resources to God through a monetary pledge for 2013. Over 200 giving units filled out pledge cards totaling nearly $1 million. If you haven't done so yet, you will receive a letter with a pledge card next week. Additional cards are available at the information center in the Sims Atrium. Politics and the economy may seem uncertain, but we know two sure things: the pressing need in us to give and to be workers for God's kingdom.
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 Christmas Musicians and Flowers It's time to pre-order poinsettias in honor/memory of family or friends to visually enhance our Christmas worship. In addition the Atlanta Brass will be here at 8:30 and 11 pm on Christmas Eve, so you are also encouraged to make donations to the special musicians fund which will also be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletin in honor/memory of family or friends along with the flowers. Envelopes are available in the pew racks or at the information table in the Sims Atrium. Please print clearly and place them in the offering plate with your check or return them to the church office by Wednesday, December 5. |
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