November 26 & 27

WEEKLY CONNECT

CONNECTING PEOPLE TO JESUS

WEEKEND WORSHIP

WHEN HE COMES

Join us during Advent for our "When He Comes" weekend sermon series at both sites. As we make ready for the celebration of Christ's birth at Christmas, we will learn from Isaiah, the prophet. We will see how things are different because of Jesus' birth and how things will be even more different when he returns. Read on... Click here for a Life Group Guide.

WEEKLY TOP NEWS

PASTOR GERRY & SARA HARROW GOING-AWAY EVENTS

On Sunday, Dec. 4, Redeemer Greeley will host a potluck following the 10:30 a.m. worship service and Redeemer South Fort Collins will host a dessert at 3:30 p.m. Join us at either event to help us say farewell to Pastor Gerry & Sara as they head to Texas and follow God's call to reach people for Jesus there. Going away cards are welcome, as well as financial gifts of appreciation (tax-deductible). Make checks payable to Redeemer with "Pastor Gerry" in the memo line and drop off at either site. Or, click here to give now (select Pastor Gerry from the drop-down menu).

THE SEASON OF ADVENT

On the three Wednesdays of Advent prior to Christmas, we offer an All-Church Advent Evening Prayer service at 7:15 p.m. at our South Fort Collins site. (November 30 and December 7 & 14.) These brief devotional services are designed to help people keep focused on the true reason for the season. Reception to follow. Read on...

ADVENT DAILY DEVOTIONS

Advent Daily Devotions for you and your family will be available at our Welcome Centers at both sites starting this weekend. There are devotions for families and individuals. Devotions are available by email by joining our Seasonal Devotion list by clicking here.

A RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS
Parents, grandparents, neighbors and friends are invited to come to the South Fort Collins annual NextGen Christmas Service on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. in the Life Center. This year's theme is "A Recipe for Christmas," that combines all the fixings for a joy-filled Christmas and features Jesus as the main ingredient. Be there at 5:45 p.m. for special pre-service music by kids. Read on...

ANGEL GIVING TREE PACKET PICK-UP

If you registered to be an Angel Giving Tree sponsor, please pick up your instruction packet following worship at the South Fort Collins site. Packet pickup takes place weekends & Wednesday evenings until December 14. Please shop and deliver gifts by December 21. For more information, click here.

NIGHT OF CAROLS - NORTHERN COLORADO

Set the tone for the Christmas season by sharing Christmas joy with seniors at different Northern Colorado living communities on Sunday, Dec. 11. It's a wonderful family caroling event that helps others experience the celebration of our Lord's birth. We gather at the South Fort Collins site for chili & cocoa and then head off to our locations to sing carols and enjoy fellowship. Read on and sign up...

NIGHT OF CAROLS - GREELEY

Save the date for Sunday, Dec. 11 for our annual Christmas caroling event. We will go to three locations, Garden Square Alzheimer's Unit, Fairacres Manor and Chinook Senior Apartments. Plans are to meet at the church at 2:15 p.m. and carpool to our first location. After caroling we will enjoy homemade chili, condiments, desserts and a beverage. Read on and sign up...

COFFEE & CHOCOLATE

Get set for Christmas with Lutheran World Relief coffee, K-Cups�, chocolate Advent calendars and chocolate! Sales begin this week during LifeLight Bible study and continue weekends until its gone.

Fair trade products offer farmers a larger portion of the profit, which in turn helps families and communities thrive. Read on...

REDEEMED & RETIRED

Special gathering of the Redeemer & Retired Group on Wednesday, Nov. 30. Noon potluck followed by singing carols, playing games and decorating the South Fort Collins Site for Christmas.

MUSIC & ARTS

CHRISTMAS EVE CHOIR

Sing with the Redeemer Choir on Christmas Eve (5 & 7 p.m. services at South Fort Collins site). High school age and up welcome. Rehearsals at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, Dec. 1, 8, 15 and Wednesday, Dec. 21. Contact: Phil Barnett.

CHRISTMAS RECITAL

You are invited to enjoy the Fifth Annual Project Harmony Christmas Recital on Monday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Greeley site. The students have been working hard and are ready to share their confidence, skills and love of their instruments with you. We also are seeking help with set-up and clean-up if you have availability. Interested? Contact Lacey Jo

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JUST FOR WOMEN

WOMEN'S CHRISTMAS TEA

The Redeemer Women's Christmas Tea is Saturday, Dec. 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the South Fort Collins site. Registration is now closed, but we are accepting names for a waiting list. Just Contact Julia Riedel. Please note that we're hosting a "Undie 500 Drive" for the women of The Mission, the Fort Collins homeless shelter. Please bring new stretchy briefs & bras in all sizes the morning of the tea. For tea details, please click here...

NEXTGEN KIDS

ADVENT WREATH MAKING!

Many thanks to all the families who came out last Sunday for our Advent-Wreath Making Event. Everyone had a wonderful time making wreaths, decorating cookies and enjoying fun and fellowship.

SOFOCO NEXTGEN KIDS
CHRISTMAS SERVICE

Our Annual NextGen Kids Christmas Service is Sunday, Dec 4 at 6 p.m. This year's theme is "A Recipe for Christmas." Rehearsals are every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Children pre-3 through the fifth grade are encouraged to come each week. For a list of additional rehearsals that take place next week and more details, please click here...

SOFOCO PRE-CHRISTMAS MUSIC

If your child would like to provide a special Christian Christmas carol as a prelude to the Children's Christmas Service, please email a first and second-choice song and title and whether you are singing or playing an instrument to Ally Flanscha. Deadline is this Sunday.

GREELEY CHRISTMAS PRESENTATION

NextGen Kids Christmas Presentation will be Sunday, Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m., during the service. Kids from preschool to the fifth grade will share the Good News of Christmas. Kids will rehearse each Sunday during the NextGen Kids hour at the Greeley site.

NEXTGEN STUDENTS

WANTED! ADVENT READERS

Students can help make our Advent services special by serving as readers. This is for both sites during our weekend services, November 26 through December 17. Students simply read a short verse and light the Advent candle. Join us for this Redeemer tradition during the service you attend. Click here to sign up.

A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT
Middle School Mission Trip

Our 2017 Middle School Summer Mission Trip is a great opportunity to invest in a Christmas present that will make a difference! The trip is for current 6th, 7th & 8th-graders and takes place June 11 to 16 in Rapid City, S.D. Cost $260 with $75 deposit when you register. For more information and to register for this amazing opportunity, click here.

NEXTGEN YOUTH SHOW

2017 Youth Show registration is open! For more information on this show and to register as a participant or a volunteer, click here. Parents, we can't run the show without your help! Please sign up today!

SOFOCO WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE

Take a look and adjust your calendars for our Wednesday Advent Schedule:

Nov. 30, Dec. 7, & 14: 5:30 p.m. Dinner; 6-7 p.m. All middle & high school students; 7:15 p.m. Family Advent Service
Dec. 21: 5:30 p.m. Dinner; 6-7:30 All-Student Christmas Party
Dec. 28 & Jan. 4: No NextGen Student Wednesday

CLASSES & STUDIES

SUNDAY ADULT ED CLASSES

Sunday Adult Ed classes take place Sundays at 9:30 a.m., in the South Fort Collins Fellowship Hall. Childcare is available. Learn more...

Path to the Cross, Ray Vander Laan DVD Series, Led by Sam Butler
Glimpses of God: Noah through Abraham, Led by Dr. Bill Cooper
They Like Jesus But Not The Church, Led by Pete & Sharon Baker

CARE & SUPPORT

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Are you searching for a ministry opportunity to serve others in our church family? Have you considered Stephen Ministry? Stephen Ministers walk alongside hurting men and women on a journey toward wholeness. Training begins Sunday, Jan 8 at both sites. Interested? Contact: Lindsey Chandler or Vicki Matteson.

JOB SEEKING? LOOKING FOR
A NEW CAREER?

The Reemployment Ministry connects people in job transition to Jesus' love and each other by providing practical support and spiritual encouragement in a caring Christian environment twice a month, the first and third Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at the South Fort Collins site. Read on...

SERVE AT REDEEMER

CHRISTMAS EVE - GUEST MINISTRY

Hosts & Parking Lot Attendants

Redeemer's South Fort Collins Guest Ministry welcomes all those willing to serve on Christmas Eve and joyfully be a welcoming presence as we celebrate the birth of our Newborn King! For many, getting out the door and into the car can be hectic. Let's help those who arrive in our parking lot and entry doors feel relaxed and ready to enjoy our Christmas Eve services. Click here to sign up...

ADVENT EVENING PRAYER SERVICE RECEPTION HOSTS

This year Advent begins November 30. We are already preparing for our traditional Advent Evening Prayer Services that take place on Wednesday nights during Advent. We are seeking hosts to help make this a special event. Interested? For more on serving as a host, click here. Thank you to those who signed up to bake cookies!

SERVE LOCAL

NIGHT TO SHINE
REGISTRATION UNDERWAY

Planning is in progress for the Feb. 10, 2017 Night to Shine, prom night event for people with special needs. Registration is now open for both guests and volunteers. You can also make donations or even sponsor a guest! For additional information click here.

WELD FOOD BANK SENIOR COMMODITIES DELIVERY

Delivery of food boxes to senior residents and stocking their onsite food pantry at the Chinook and Twin Rivers Apts. in West Greeley on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 9:30 a.m. This will be a monthly service commitment to the same residents. Read on and sign up...

GUADALUPE CENTER

Serve those who are hungry at the Weld County Guadalupe Community Center & Shelter, 1442 N 11th Avenue, Greeley on Friday, Dec. 9 , 5 p.m. This is the only shelter in Weld County that provides services to single individuals as well as families. Read on and sign up...

WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE
Redeemer's Early Childhood Center is excited to once again partner with Realities for Children Larimer County for their annual "Toy & Winter Gear Drive." We invite you to participate by bringing in hats, mittens, scarves, snow pants and new toys for all ages. Please bring your unwrapped items and place in the drop off boxes outside the preschool classrooms. We will collect items through December 12.

SERVE INTERNATIONAL

ISAIAH 58 PROJECT KENYA

In Kenya, over one million people are living in extreme food insecurity. Redeemer, in partnership with Lutheran World Relief and four other larger LCMS congregations across the country, set out to invest in ending hunger in this region of Africa through a project called Isaiah 58 Project Kenya. We beham this investment by earmarking our entire Thanksgiving Eve offering to Project Kenya. You can help too. Read on...

GIVE A GIFT. CHANGE A LIFE.

Pick up a Lutheran World Relief (LWR) Gifts catalog at a Welcome Center at either site and select a gift that helps to improve the lives of people living in poverty around the world. For example, you can purchase "hens & chicks" for $40 that offer eggs to eat and chicks to grow a flock. Visit: lwr.org/gifts.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES

On Christmas Eve we offer four services at 3, 5, 7 & 10 p.m. at the South Fort Collins site. At Greeley, we offer a 5 p.m. service. Our services are filled with traditional carols such as O Come, All Ye Faithful, Silent Night and Joy to the World. There are beautiful decorations and candlelight, the lighting of candles by those in attendance, and special choral and instrumental music. Nursery care provided, except the 10 p.m. service. Read on...

NEW OFFERING! EARLY CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP SERVICE

This year, we will offer an early Christmas Eve celebration on Thursday, Dec 22, at 7:15 p.m. called "Contemporary Christmas: Carols, Candles & Communion." It's for those who may not be able to join us for Christmas Eve on December 24 or prefer a more contemporary Christmas Eve service. Held at the South Fort Collins site. Read on...

BULLETIN BOARD

HOLIDAY BOOT CAMP

Support Lutheran Family Services by burning off those unwanted Thanksgiving calories at the Holiday Boot Camp at Redeemer South Fort Collins on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon. There's Zumba, strength circuits and Wholyfit. Read on...