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THE REDEEMER RECORDERhttp://redeemermoravianphiladelphia.net

ORGANIZED AUGUST, 1965 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER INCORPORATED OCT, 1972 June 2013 CHURCH OFFICE: (215) 365 6448

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Redeemer Moravian Church2950 S.70th Street.

Philadelphia. PA 19142

From the TrusteesThe members of the Trustees and Elders Boards would like to thank all the members of the Redeemer congregation and those friends of the congregation for the support that you have given us in the past and during this time of transition.

As we move forward in the Lord’s work, we face many challenges in the coming weeks, months and years, and some of those challenges may seem overwhelming. They are not. We have met with representatives of the Eastern District to assess our needs, discuss our shortcomings and strengths and to find a way forward together to transform those shortcomings into strengths.

We ask for your support, your prayers, your patience and your belief in our mission as messengers of the Good News!

Ministers for the Pulpitfor the month of June

June 2, 2013 – Rev. Dr. Craig AtwoodJune 9, 2013 – Elder Rachel McDougald June 16, 2013 – Rev. Frank Lilley (ret.) June 23, 2013 - Rev. Peter J.E. Harris June 30,2013 – Rev. Peter J.E. Harris

Sun June 02 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service/Holy CommunionTue June 04 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer

Sun June 09 Women’s Day 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

Tue June 11 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer

Sun June 16 Father’s Day 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service Tue June 18 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer

Sat June 22 Fund Raiser/Fish Fry

Sun June 23 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

June 23-29 Primary camp

June 23-29 Fishing camp

Tue June 5 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer

Sun June 30 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service June 30-Jul 2 Pre-Primary Camp (C/Hope)

June 30-Jul 6 Youth Convo

Tribute To Father’s DayWhat Makes a Dad

God took the strength of a mountain,

The majesty of a tree,

The warmth of a summer sun,

The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,

The comforting arm of night,

The wisdom of the ages,

The power of the eagle’s flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,

The faith of a mustard seed,

The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,

When there was nothing more to add,

He knew His masterpiece was complete,

And so, He called it … Dad

Author Unknown

JUNE BIRTHDAYSJune 1 – Reginald ThomasJune 9 – Khalil ClarkeJune 30 – Barbara Jenkins

Thanks be to God for His blessings

GOOD STEWARDSof the Earth

June 1 – National Trails DayJune 5 – World Turtle DayJune 8 – World Ocean Day

WHO AM I?Clue #1. I am the son of Amittai..Clue # 2. When the Lord sent me to Nineveh, I did not want to go.Clue # 3. I was angry that the Lord showed mercy to NinevehClue # 4. God prepared a gourd and made it come up over me, that it might be a shadow over my head.

Congratulations to Brother James Lavoy, who accepted the call to serve at the Calvary Moravian Church in Allentown, PA. Your stay with us at Redeemer was a wonderful and renewing experience, and we wish you God’s grace and mercy in your ministry to His kingdom.

LOOKING OUT FOR THE KINGDOMChristian Education in Action

(Part 2)

For the month of June, we will continue where we left off, last month (May), concerning Christianity and what we believe as Christians and a parallel from another religion of the world.So, let me continue, first with Christianity……GOD….There is one true God, Creator and Savior, existing in three eternal persons – Father, Son, and Holy spirit, each equal in divine nature but distinct in personhood and role. CHRIST… Jesus is fully divine and fully human – perfect God and perfect man. He died to pay the penalty for sin, rose bodily from the dead, and will come again, someday. Scripture… The Old and New Testaments constitute the inspired Word of God. They are without error in the original writings and serve as the final authority for doctrine and practice. Salvation. . People are saved only by the free gift of God’s grace through faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ, not by works. Salvation is of the whole person- body and spirit, not just the spirit alone.Name of Religion “Jehovah’s” Witness

Key Issues: God - Jehovah Christ - A created Angel Scripture – The New World Translation Salvation – By Faith and Works

GOD…Jehovah is the proper name of the Jehovah’s witnesses, and none other will suffice. He is the Supreme Creator and Ruler of the Universe, and He is not a Trinity.Christ..Jesus was Jehovah’s first creation. Before he was conceived in Mary and became a man, he was Michael the Archangel. He became Michael again, upon his resurrection, which was not physical but spiritual and immaterial.Scripture.. Jehovah’s Witnesses recognize the New World Translation of the Bible as “Divine Revelation”. Its accurate interpretation comes only through the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania.Salvation… Jesus is the mediator of the “New Covenant”, for 144.000 anointed believers who will enjoy Heaven. All other sheep “must become Christ’s earthly subjects, by keeping his laws and obeying His commands.RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD

1. CHRISTIANITY2. BUDDHISM3. HINDUISM4. ISLAM5. JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES6. JUDAISM7. MORMONISM8. SCIENTOLOGY

Of all the religions of the world, Christianity is unique, because we are saved by Grace through Faith.The Gospel according to John, was written so that its reader might believe that Jesus is the promised savior, the son of God, and that through their faith in him, they may have life (John 20:31). There is only one question I ask: Do You Believe This?

Detroit Rogers….Christian Educ.

WOMENS’ FELLOWSHIP NEWS

Sunday, June 9, 2013 is a special day for the Women of Redeemer. We will celebrate our Annual Womens’ Day. Our theme, “Singing Our Faith” is

quite appropriate, as Moravians love to sing.Bringing us the message on that day will be Elder Rachel McDougald, who is no stranger to Redeemer. In addition there will be a guest soloist, to enhance our theme.We will also proudly honor our new High School graduate Cindy Taylor.It is our special opportunity to show her how much she is appreciated and depended upon.Following the morning service, everyone is invited to remain for dinner, in the Fellowship Hall. C. McClenney,sec.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Reach Out-Pass Hindrance-provide Awareness

Redeemer was the site for a Musicians Workshop, sponsored by the R.O.P.H.A. ministries, held 5/24, 5/25, culminating in concert on Sunday 5/26. The participants belonged to different churches and were of different faiths, but worshipped One God. Their mission is to support young musicians that have said ‘Yes’ to Christ, ‘No’ to the world. Following the concert, in which a couple of our own choir members participated, a young man who is currently in music classes and plays 4 instruments, was monetarily honored, so that he could continue his studies. This was a memorable weekend.

THANK YOU NOTE

Redeemer Moravian ChurchConstance D. McClenney, V.P.Elder

Words cannot express how thankful & appreciative we are that you opened your doors to our ministry. Thank you for brightening our day. May the Lord continue to bless this house, so that you are a light in this community.Thank You, again – Valerie Jordan, Coordinator R.O.P.H.A. Praise Ministries Pastor Clarence Johnson, Founder

Cream of Pumpkin Soup2 tbsp butter or margarine3 tbsp flour2 cups of milk 1 onion, chopped

2 cups boiled pureed pumpkin (1 lb)1 tsp granulated sugarSalt and black pepper to taste

Melt butter and fry onion. Add flour,s alt, pepper and sugar and cook well. Add milk slowly, stirring so butter and flour are well blended with milk. Stir until smooth and thicken. Combine pumpkin with mixture. Simmer for 5minutes.Serve hot. Serves 4

From Barrington Clarke

COME AND JOIN USFOR OUR FISH FRY AND MORE…

WHEN: Saturday, June 22ndWhere: On the lawn of Redeemer Moravian ChurchTime: 12:00-5:00p.m

Come and fellowship with us!

Fish and Jerk Chicken Platters-$10.00Sandwiches-$7.00

Desserts-$2.00Water/Soda-$1.00

Quiz answer: Jonah

VBS!!

JOIN US FOR VACATION BIBLE

SCHOOLWHEN: JULY 8TH-12TH

WHERE: REDEEMER MORAVIAN CHURCH-2950 S.70TH STREET

THEME VERSE: AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE WE WILL SERVE THE

LORD- JOSHUA 24:15

LET US SERVE AND PRASIE THE LORD TOGETHER

Alaska Work TeamsThe perfect place to be in the summerBethel, Alaska - July 13-20, July 20-27Workers Needed for:Semi-skilled construction, siding Seminary building, boardwalk construction, cleaning, replacing chairs and tables in seminary for information contact:Helen Gulledge, [email protected] David Hauser, [email protected] Mark Ebert [email protected] 907-252-1174

Financial contributions can be sent to:The Little Church on the Lane, (Alaska Ministry)

523 Moravian Lane Charlotte, NC 28207

CAMP HOPEPOSITIONS OPEN FOR SUPPORT

STAFF at Church Camp in Northern New

Jersey Term dates: June 17- August

10, 2013 (week of August 12 - 16 optional)

Live with other staff members in air-conditioned cabins

All meals provided Lifeguard & food service certifications are

reimbursed Weekly salaried positions in food service,

lifeguard, maintenance, custodial NO EXPERIENCE needed. Will train.

APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED currentlyWITH JOB PLACEMENT BY APRIL 30, 2013

Contact Camp Office for registration materials.

Any suggestions and submissions for the newsletter or for the website, please forward information to Walter Milton [email protected]

Visit the Redeemer Moravian website athttp://redeemermoravianphiladelphia.net for select videos of our Sunday services and special services in the “Multimedia” section. Check back often as videos will be uploaded for viewing and downloading on a periodic basis.