"Sharing Christ's Love with the Greatest Number of People"

Redeemer Lutheran Church

January 16, 2026


Greetings!

Today the young adult group will embark on a yearly retreat. We will keep them in our prayers that they may have a wonderful weekend full of faith and fellowship!


Sunday, January 18—Second Sunday After Epiphany—8:30 am, 9:45 am, and 11 am

Come and be with us this Sunday. Pastor Sharon Core will preside and preach at all services.


It is part of our Lutheran tradition for the different parts of our liturgy to be led by the pastor and those from the congregation. Please use the link below to sign up for future weeks.


Link to volunteer for worship (current and subsequent weeks)


Bulletins and Announcements


Link to livestream the 8:30 am service


Link to livestream the 9:45 am service


Link to Redeemer Video Channel for past services and sermons 


Educational Opportunities on Sunday

This week the Faith Formation, Confirmation, High School Class, and Table Talk will meet.


Financial Intentions for 2026

On Sunday, January 18, we will receive financial intentions for this year. Please bring with you the completed form from last Sunday's announcement (or use the one provided this Sunday, which can also be found here). As you enter worship, the pledge box will be in Crossroads. You are invited to put your completed form in this box or put it in the plate at the time of the offering. Thank you for your prayerful consideration as you offer your gifts to God through the work of Redeemer.


Epiphany Star Words—Still Available

On Sunday, January 4, Star Words were distributed during worship. If you weren't present and would like to get a word, please let Pastor Sharon know. Words are still available!


Redeemer Renaissance 2026-27 Registration

Registration for the Preschool & After-School will happen on the following dates:

  • January 12th-16th: Returning families
  • January 19th-23rd: Waitlist priority/new families

To schedule a tour or for more information please call 703-356-3567.


Tuesday Morning Women's Faith Group

The Women's Faith Group will gather on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 am to study the book An Unlikely Lent by Rachel Billups. If you would like to join us, in person in Redeemer's conference room or via Zoom, please sign up at this link.


Good Grub & God—January 20 at 7 pm

Join us for a night out at a local restaurant for fellowship and casual discussion on an aspect of faith. Come solo or bring a friend, coworker, or partner. You can sign up here. Please sign up by 1/19.


Youth Service Project: Meal Packages for Britepaths Food4thought Program—January 25 at 10:45 am

On Sunday, after our youth morning classes, youth are invited to join us to pack meals for students in our community in Fellowship Hall. We will come together to pack the food and have a time of fellowship with lunch once the project is complete. Please sign up here if your youth will participate. For any questions, please contact grace@redeemermclean.org.


Other Upcoming Events

Please refer to our announcements to learn about...

 

  • Redeemer Financial Year-End Results
  • Join the Youth Ministry team!
  • Sign Up to Host Coffee Hour
  • Social Justice and Equity Book Club


Schedule for the Coming Week


Sunday, January 18

We worship at 8:30 am (Traditional), 9:45 am (Contemporary), and 11 am (Traditional)

Faith Formation, Confirmation, High School Class, and Table Talk—9:45 am

Youth Choir Rehearsal—10:55 am (Music Suite B)


Monday, January 19

Church Office Closed

Social Justice and Equity Book Club—7:30 pm (Zoom)


Tuesday, January 20

Women's Faith Group—9:30 am (Conference Room/Zoom)

Good Grub and God Dinner—7 pm


Wednesday, January 21

Quilting Group—9 am (Fellowship Hall)


Thursday, January 22

AM Bible Study—8 am (Zoom)

Bell Choir Rehearsal—7:45 pm (Music Suite A)

Traditional Choir Rehearsal—7:45 pm (Music Suite B)

Link to January Tidings Newsletter

Redeemer Website

Redeemer Video Channel

Redeemer Facebook Page

Metro Wash DC Synod

ELCA

Website

Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1545 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101

703-356-3346



www.redeemermclean.org