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Worship
"O worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness;
let the whole earth stand in awe of him."
-Psalm 96:9
Worship Overview
Worship is at the heart of our parish life. We gather as a community of faith to praise God, to hear and reflect on God's Word, to be fed in the Sacrament, and to go forth in mission to the world. Our worship not only expresses who we are, it makes us who we are.
Praying shapes believing. At Redeemer, Christian formation begins when parents bring their children to church; even the youngest among us participate in worship. On Sunday morning, children and youth gather as part of the worshipping community at the beginning of the 10:30 a.m. Eucharist. They go to Church School during the Liturgy of the Word, except during all-parish services, when young people serve as lectors. Children and youth return to the nave at the Peace so that they may participate in the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
At Redeemer, all who seek a deeper relationship with God in Jesus Christ are welcome to receive Holy Communion at the Lord's table. Typically, the chalice at the right side of the altar contains grape juice; the others contain wine. Gluten-free Communion wafers are available. Those who do not wish to receive Holy Communion are welcome to come forward to the altar rail to receive a blessing. Children of all ages, including infants, may receive communion with their parents' consent.
The Holy Eucharist
Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
A quiet, contemplative liturgy with a sermon. The congregation gathers around the altar for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The Healing Rite - prayers for healing with laying on of hands - is offered on the third Sunday of each month. Children are welcome!
Choral Eucharist
Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
A joyous liturgy that embraces the fullness of the Anglican tradition. Service includes sermon, hymns and choral music sung by the Adult and Youth choirs. Parishioners of all ages serve as cruficer, torch bearers, acolytes, lectors and chalice bearers. The Healing Rite is offered on the third Sunday of each month.
Morning Prayer
Wednesday at 8:30 a.m.
Within the context of the Daily Office, intercessory prayer is offered for those who have been commended to our prayers. The service is followed by a light breakfast in the Parish Hall.
The Holy Eucharist
Wednesday at 12 noon
An informal service using the Book of Common Prayer: Rite Two and materials from Enriching our Worship. The homily includes dialogue about the lectionary readings among the celebrant and people. The congregation gathers around the altar for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Taizé Service & Healing Rite
First Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. (every Monday of Lent)
An informal, contemplative service with scripture, icons, incense, silence and chant accompanied by piano, guitar and other instruments. At the conclusion of Taizé, the Healing Rite - prayers for healing with laying on of hands - is offered in the side chapel.
Redeemer's regular round of worship includes many services marking specific occasions in the Church Year. These include a Service of Lessons and Carols for the First Sunday in Advent, a Requiem Mass on or near the Feast of All Souls, Choral Evensong for the First Sunday in Lent, as well as special liturgies at Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter. Please contact the Parish Office for more information about seasonal and summer service schedules.
The word liturgy is derived from two Greek words meaning “work of the people”. By their presence alone, all who gather for worship – young, old and every age in between – are participants in the liturgy of the Church. Those who feel called to a distinct role in worship are encouraged to speak to a member of the clergy or contact the Parish Office. Opportunities for ministry include:
Altar/Flower Guild
A volunteer group whose ministry is to care for the altar, vestments, vessels, and altar linens of the parish. Altar Guild members prepare the sanctuary for services, and clean up afterwards. They also oversee decoration of the sanctuary with flowers.
Crucifer
The acolyte who carries the cross in processions. The crucifer often assists in other ways.
Torch Bearer
An acolyte who carries a torch in procession. Members of the Youth Choir are often chosen to carry out this ministry.
Acolyte
In contemporary usage, a general term which covers not only those who assist at the altar during the Liturgy of the Eucharist, but also torch bearers, crucifers, thurifers, and banner bearers.
Lector
A trained lay person who reads the lessons or leads the prayers of the people during the liturgy.
Chalice Bearer
A lay person licensed by the bishop to administer the consecrated elements of the Eucharist.
Lay Eucharistic Minister
A lay person licensed by the bishop to share the Blessed Sacrament with members of the congregation who, through illness or infirmity, were unable to be present for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
Chorister
A member of one of the parish choirs. Choristers rehearse weekly to prepare beautiful, finely-crafted music for the glory of God and the edification of the worshipping community.
Usher
A lay person who greets and assists people as they enter the church. Ushers may hand out service leaflets, answer questions of visitors and newcomers, count the number of people in the congregation, collect and present the offering at the offertory, assist parishioners during the administration of Holy Communion, and clean the pews and church building after the service.
Greeter
An individual who volunteers to welcome visitors and newcomers as they leave after the service.
- February 5, 2012/The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- January 28, 2012/A Liturgy in Thanksgiving for the Life of Patsy Stann - The Rev. Susan Thon
- January 22, 2012/The Third Sunday after the Epiphany - The Rev. Susan Thon
- January 15, 2012/The Second Sunday after the Epiphany - The Rev. Susan Thon
- January 8, 2012/The First Sunday after the Epiphany:The Baptism of Our Lord - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- January 1, 2012/The Holy Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ - The Rev. Susan Thon
- December 25, 2011/The Nativity of Our Lord-Christmas Day - The Rev. Susan Thon
- December 24, 2011/The Nativity of Our Lord-Christmas Eve - The Rev. Susan Thon
- December 18, 2011/The Fourth Sunday of Advent - The Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of Washington
- December 11, 2011/The Third Sunday of Advent - The Rev. Susan Thon
- December 4, 2011/The Second Sunday of Advent - The Rev. Susan Thon
- November 27, 2011/The First Sunday of Advent - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- November 20, 2011/The Feast of Christ the King - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- November 13, 2011/The Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- November 6, 2011/The Sunday after All Saints' Day Solemn Evensong - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- November 6, 2011/The Sunday after All Saints' Day - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- October 23, 2011/The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- October 16, 2011/The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- October 9, 2011/The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- October 2, 2011/The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- September 25, 2011/The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- September 11, 2011/The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- September 11, 2011/Prayers of the People for the 10th Anniversary of 9/11
- September 4, 2011/The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- August 21, 2011/The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- August 14, 2011/The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- August 7, 2011/The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Joe Clark
- July 31, 2011/The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- July 24, 2011/The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Dr. David Schlafer
- July 17, 2011/The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Robin Razzino
- July 10, 2011/The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Joe Clark
- July 3, 2011/The Third Sunday after Pentecost - The Rev. Susan Thon
- May 8, 2010/A Liturgy in Celebration of the Life of Moses Benjamin Middleton - The Rev. Susan Burns
- January 30, 2010/A Liturgy in Celebration of the Life of Carol Winfield Eliot - The Rev. Susan Burns
- January 15, 2010/A Liturgy in Celebration of the Life of Deborah Carolyn Howell - The Rev. Susan Burns
