Hi Church,I don't normally do this, but I just read a blog post by one of the members of our community.  It is so full of grace and life that I had to share it.http://selffamily.wordpress.com/2012/05/16/redeemer-redeeming/Thomas+
 
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Dear Church,
I'm writing to remind you all that I am going on sabbatical beginning Wednesday, May 23rd.  That means that this Sunday will be my last with you for a while.  I'll be back in the office on August 1st.  My family and I will be spending time in Washington State, New Mexico, and Colorado. 
Anglican clergy generally take sabbaticals every seven years.  After almost fourteen years of ordained ministry, this is my first one.  I am looking forward to...

Dear Church,
Roy Foreman's memorial service will be held at Redeemer on Monday morning, May 7th, at 10:00 a.m.  You are all invited to join us for this celebration of his life and act of thanksgiving to our Lord. 
Roy will be laid to rest later that day at a private, military graveside service. 
I invite your prayers for Roy, his wife Ann, and all of us who mourn his passing.
Blessings to you all,
 
Fr. Thomas McKenzie
 
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Dear Church,
I regret to tell you that our dear Roy Foreman has just passed away.  Please pray for him and his family, especially his wife Ann.  He was God's faithful soldier and servant until his life's end. 
As soon as arrangements are made, I will pass them on to you.
Blessings to you all,
 
Thomas McKenzie
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle.--Philo of Alexandria
 
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Dear Church of the Redeemer.After an extensive search, I'm pleased to announce that we have asked Chance Perdue to come on board as our new Youth Pastor.  Chance's first day will be May 14th, though some of the youth have already begun to meet him.  Youth ministry is an essential element of any congregation.  As some of you know, I personally served for eight years as a professional youth minister.  It is a ministry very close to my heart, and...

Dear Church,
I want to take a moment to let you all know that Anglican theologian and bishop N.T. Wright will be in town on Tuesday, May 8th.  He will be speaking at Belmont Church in their "worship center."  Doors open at 5:45 p.m., the lecture begins at 6:30 p.m.  The event is free but seating is limited.  For more information, check out Belmont's website at http://www.belmont.org
Wright is in town on the book tour for his new book, How God Became...

FUNDRAISER FOR FE VIVA HOSPITAL IN GUATEMALA
Don't forget! Tickets for the Fe Viva Hospital Fundraiser must be purchased no later than May 4th! Buy your tickets using the link below...
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3194527919/efbevent
Come out for a wonderful evening supporting the Fe Viva Hospital in Guatemala. The evening will take place at 7 pm on May 10th at the Richland Country Club (One Club Drive, Nashville, TN). Fantastic food and drinks, silent auction, inspiring presentation and live music will round out a truly fulfilling...

Hi Church,If you are not a member of Church of the Redeemer and would like to
join, or if you are simply interested in learning more about out church,
please join me in the Living Room this Wednesday, April 18th, 6:30
p.m. until 8:30 p.m.  We will talk about the history, mission, and vision of Redeemer.  You will have the opportunity to officially join.  Attendance at just one of these
seminars is required to officially join our church. ...

Dear Church,
I have just learned that our friends at the Rabbit Room (www.RabbitRoom.com) are going to present a special evening of music and conversation on May 7th with N.T. Wright, Andrew Peterson, and other local Christian artists.  They are announcing it right now, and there
are only 50 spots available.  So if you are interested, follow this link immediately:  http://www.rabbitroom.com/2012/04/the-rabbit-room-presents-an-evening-with-n-t-wright/
In order to attend, the "admission" price is that you have to buy Wright's newest book, "How Jesus Became King."  I...

Dear Church,
I'd like to remind you that there is a Healing Service tonight at 6:00 p.m.  Everyone is invited.  This will be a particularlly special service for those who are ill, or are praying for someone who is in need of healing. 
I hope to see you tonight,
 
Fr. Thomas McKenzie
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle.--Philo of Alexandria
 
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Dear Church,You may recall that I asked recently if some folks could help the Bogens build a fence.  Here is an update from Josh Bogen about that.  If you can help, please do so.  Contact Josh directly at josh.bogen@gmail.com" I have two great guys from church that are coming to help
me build a privacy fence along the alley in our backyard.  We have had a
few incidents in the alley and we feel that for security we need a...