Clergy Reflection

This summer I spent several days on a college friend’s farm in Texas. I had gone there, in part, to offer some support after her husband experienced a work accident and ruptured a tendon. Farm life does not stop simply because someone gets hurt. There were gardens to tend, animals to feed, and the ever-present need to watch out for fire ants. I was grateful to put my hands to work and, in some small way, help carry the weight of the season.

Of all the farm projects and chores I got to help with, the one that stays with me most is tending the bees and harvesting honey.

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Faith and Fatherhood

Initially started as a community to explore what it means to be a father today, our group is not just for fathers anymore. If you are interested in getting to know other men at Redeemer and discussing life in these times, please join us Thursday, Oct. 8, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Cloister Room. For more information contact Dave Frisch, Ted Winstead or Paul Smith.

Camino Pilgrim Presentation

Join us this Sunday, October 11 after 10 a.m. worship in the Parish Hall as our Camino pilgrims share stories and photos from their journey along the Camino. Come hear about their experiences, adventures, and memorable moments of the Way.

Experience a Sound Bath

Jenny Ehrhardt brings this ancient healing art to Redeemer with her practice involving crystal bowls, bells, song and rattles, lovingly offered to open hearts and nourish souls. This gathering is both personal self-care and an act of communal care. As everyone receives, they will also be invited to send love and peace outward through shared prayer and collective intention. Join us on Sunday, October 11 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the church. Bring a rug or mat to sit or lie down on; a comfy blanket or two and perhaps a pillow. If you'd like to reserve a spot, please email Sarah Ross with the subject line: Sound Bath. This event is open to all people, sponsored by Ruth's Sisters. 

This Monday, Attend the BUILD Action

On Monday, October 12, car pool from Redeemer at 5 p.m., leaving the parking lot at 5:15 p.m. to join about 2,000 people from more than 100 religious congregations, nonprofits, neighborhoods and schools across the city of Baltimore and Baltimore County at Morning Start Baptist Church. We will press key state and local candidates and officials to act on our top priorities –housing, criminal justice, immigration and local neighborhood issues. Sign up to help us make our goal of having 100 participants from Redeemer.

VOICES: Judith Sandler

Oct. 14 Judith Sandler is the author of "What Kind of Mother: A Reckoning." One review of the book calls it a "poignant, brilliantly written evocation of what it means to come to terms with a child's addiction and mental illness and in the process one's own struggles and history overcoming secrecy and shame." Sandler raised her children in Baltimore and now lives in mid-coast Maine.

Monthly Coffee Connects Resume

With the weather turning cooler, our monthly Coffee Connect will resume October 18, following the 10 a.m. Sunday service in the Parish Hall. Plan to come and enjoy time with old friends, and take the opportunity to welcome new folks to our community. 

Thank you to the vestry for hosting us this month. Starting in November, we will ask other small groups at Redeemer to coordinate each monthly coffee. We are emphasizing fellowship over fanciness with simple coffee hour fare–not a heavy snack or lunch–so that we can focus on what really matters: connecting with each other. 

The Coffee Connects are scheduled for Nov. 15, Dec. 6, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 7, April 18 and May 23, 2027. 

Save the Date: Funeral Planning Seminar 



Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Hall. Please join us for an unhurried conversation about planning ahead. All are welcome. More details to follow.

Learning about St. Francis



Our fifth and sixth grade Sunday School class has been learning about St. Francis of Assisi: his life, his faith, and his love of God’s creation. In this special video, they share some of what they’ve discovered and teach us a few things about this beloved saint. We hope you enjoy learning from them!

Knit with Redeemer Parishioners

Would you like to join the Knitting Ministry at Redeemer? We primarily make baby hats, prayer shawls and stoles, but also car seat blankets. You make it, we’ll find a useful place for it. We meet the fourth Wednesday of the month in the Baker Room, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., on Oct. 28, Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar. 24, Apr. 28, and May 26. Questions may be sent to Joanne Calvert.

"I light this candle as a reminder of Your presence as I begin. I ask a blessing from all who have come before me; whose hands have been instruments of creation and beauty; who have used humble tools and hand-spun wool in order to provide cover and warmth." - Knitter's Prayer

Confirmation Class for Youth

Do you have a youth who is 15 or turning 15 in 2027 who may be interested in deepening their faith through confirmation? Confirmation is the sacramental rite through which baptized Christians affirm their mature faith. Classes will begin in January for a spring 2027 confirmation.

We will meet regularly for about eight weeks in the spring; days and times will be set and shared in the winter. Confirmands will serve regularly as acolytes and readers during church throughout the year and attend monthly service activities with other parish youth. Sign up for confirmation. Contact Josh Laws with questions.

Accepting Names for All Saints until Wednesday, Oct. 28

The Redeemer Choir will offer Evensong for All Saints on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 5 p.m. in the church. During the service, the clergy will read the names of those whom you ask to be remembered. Send an email with names to Amanda Kell or write them on the All Saints' sheet on the name tag table in the narthex. Please include a pronouncer if you think we need one. Names will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28.

Handbell Choir Returning to Redeemer

We are thrilled to announce that a handbell choir is returning to the Church of the Redeemer. Originating in 18th-century England, handbells have become part of worship in churches worldwide. Playing handbells is a fun, low-pressure way to join others in musical fellowship and add to the beauty of worship.

Are you interested in ringing? Whether you’ve played before, or it’s your first time, ringers of all experience levels (high-school age and above) are invited to reach out as we start to think about rehearsal times, repertoire, and a schedule for ringing at services. If you are interested, please contact Bert Landman, Director of Music Ministry or Alex Mendelsohn, Handbell Leader. 

Pray for Pilgrims Walking the Camino

After many months of preparation, additional pilgrims from Redeemer are on the walking portion of their pilgrimage. Please keep them in your prayers.

Interested in the Camino for yourself but not sure where to begin? Contact David Ware or Anna Noon to learn more.

Sunday School for Children and Youth

Redeemer’s Sunday School welcomes students in nursery through 6th grade on Sunday mornings beginning at 9:45. Registration is open year-round. Register for the 2026-27 program year. Questions? Contact Rev. Anna, Director of Children’s Ministries.

Weekday Service Schedule



Monday mornings @ 8 a.m. on Zoom. Join Keith Johnson for Morning Prayer (30 minutes). Rooted in The Book of Common Prayer, this practice of psalms, scripture and prayer helps center our lives in God as the week begins. Click here to join on Zoom.

Tuesday mornings @ 8 a.m. in the church. Join David Ware for Holy Eucharist and a lively exchange on the Gospel reading.

Wednesday mornings @ 8 a.m. in the chapel. Join Maria Cristina Paglinauan for Embodied Eucharist, which invites gentle stretching, mindful breathing, guided meditation or centering prayer followed by a simple Eucharist. Yoga mats are welcome but are not required.

First Wednesdays of the month @ noon in the chapel. Join Keith Johnson for a Healing Eucharist. This service includes Holy Communion and prayers for healing, offering space to bring before God the needs of body, mind, and spirit as we seek God’s grace and wholeness.

Thursday mornings @ 8 a.m. in the chapel. Join David Ware for an Ignatian Eucharist. Ignatian Prayer is a centuries-old approach to spirituality that seeks to weave together the stories of our scriptures, the experiences of our lives, and the God who is present through it all. This Eucharist invites us to practice imaginative prayer, each week entering into one story from the Bible and letting Spirit bring it to life.

Rector’s Bible Study

If you never thought you would study the Bible, then this is the class for you. Join us in person or on Zoom for a far-ranging, freewheeling, intelligent and emotionally honest discussion of this amazing resource. The Wednesday morning class meets from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in person in the Women’s Council Room and on Zoom. The Wednesday lunchtime class meets from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom only and the Thursday evening class meets at 6 p.m., in-person only in the Women’s Council Room. 

Zoom Links:

Join 10 a.m. Bible Study on Zoom

Meeting ID: 863 7962 7803

Passcode: N3GA0M

Join noon Bible Study on Zoom

Meeting ID: 831 6876 2958

Passcode: B9r07u

Services this Weekend

Twentith Sunday after Pentecost

Saturday, Oct. 10 @ 5 p.m. in the church

Faith@Five

PREACHER & CELEBRANT The Rev. Maria Cristina Paglinauan



Scheduled to Serve

READERS Karen Ross, Becky Kelley

LEM

INTERCESSOR James Hutchinson

Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 8 a.m. in the chapel

Holy Eucharist, Rite I 

PREACHER & CELEBRANT The Rev. Maria Cristina Paglinauan

Scheduled to Serve

READER Susan Niemeyer 

LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTER Alice Gary

ALTAR GUILD Joanne Calvert

FLOWERS Clair McGagh, Wincie Skeen

Sunday, Oct. 11 @ 10 a.m. in the church

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Click here to join the service via livestream

PREACHER The Rev. Maria Cristina Paglinauan

CELEBRANT The Rev. Anna C. Noon

OFFICIANT & DEACON The Rev. Keith N. Johnson Jr.

ASSISTING The Rev. David J. Ware



Scheduled to Serve

VERGER Mitchell Brown

LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Silvia Anselmino, Mary Carpenter, Kate Lears

READERS Lee Kelly, Kristina Strakna

INTERCESSOR Steve Sutor

USHER SUPERVISOR Steve Skeen

USHERS Kathy Dickinson, Michael Dickinson, Laura Spadone

ALTAR GUILD Erik Stallman, Kris Strakna, Ann Warfield, Brenda Ehlers 

FLOWERS Claire McGagh, Wincie Skeen 

VESTRY GREETER Victoria Chia 

2026 Stewardship

O God, grant us wisdom and courage for this day: a discipline that helps us become the people we aspire to be, the strength to overcome the obstacles we encounter or create, a path to navigate local and national tension. The Spirit at Redeemer sustains us, and our pledge expresses palpable thanks: “I am your disciple Lord, and I commit to bring healing through my steps. I stand in solidarity with this community of faith, and I will serve God alongside them.”

A commitment of a pledge says “Yes. We’re all in! We belong here.”

Download a 2026 pledge form or make your pledge online here.

FAQs about stewardship at Redeemer.  

Create or access your online giving account.



Questions? Email Christina Way.

Name Tags are Back!

We are caught up with making new name tags – please check the bins to find yours. With so many new faces among us – both in the congregation and among our staff members – we encourage everyone to wear a name tag. The name tag table is located in the narthex. If you are new to us or can’t find your tag, please make a temporary one with the supplies provided and sign up for a name tag on the clipboard.

Going Deeper @ Redeemer

Click here for the June 2026 Vestry Minutes.

Click here for the minutes of the 2026 Annual Meeting.

Vestry minutes from the last 12 months are available here.

Sermon audio is available here.