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Calendar/Events

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Forms

Baptism form

Mission and Outreach Grant Application form

Pledge Card – Operating Fund

Pledge Card – Capital Campaign

Security Request Form – Printable.

Schedules

LEM Schedule

Acolyte Schedule

Coffee Talk Women's Book Group Schedule

Night Shift Women's Book Club 2024 Schedule

Schedule an Event at Redeemer

To schedule a meeting, event, or any gathering at Redeemer, please contact Registrar & Assistant to the Clergy Angela Ward at 941-955-4263 or AWard@RedeemerSarasota.org.

Ministries

To become involved in any of the ministries below, please contact the Parish Office at 941-955-4263.

Acolytes: Actively involving youth in our worship services as Crucifers, Torch Bearers, Servers and Thurifers. Contact Fr. Michael Hurst for more information.

Adult Faith Formation—Redeemer Forum: Meeting on Sunday mornings between the 9 and 11 a.m. masses, these classes acquaint Christians with the sources, personalities, and themes of Holy Scripture, the teaching and activity of Jesus, and the history of the community in which He lived, ministered, died and was resurrected. Contact Fr. David Svihel for more information.

Adult Sunday School—Tell Me More: Meeting on Sunday mornings between the 9 and 11 a.m. masses, these classes are an opportunity to learn more about the sermon. They are taught by that Sunday's preacher. Contact Fr. David Svihel for more information.

Altar Guild: Preparing for the Holy Eucharist and responsible for all vessels, vestments, linens, candles, and flowers. Contact Donna Dennis for more information.

Baptism Preparation: Prepares candidates, parents, and godparents for baptism. Contact Fr. David Svihel or Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Bell Ringers for Salvation Army: Assist The Salvation Army by “ringing the bell” for donations during the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact Sharon Coleman for more information.

Books and Beyond Men’s Book Group: This group reads and discusses a wide variety of books. Contact Jim Cooper for more information.

Caritas: Provides assistance to the working poor, the unemployed, and the homeless in Sarasota by staffing the food pantry at First Sarasota (the downtown Baptist church) and the Assessment Interview Trailer. Contact David Wiegand for more information.

Children's Chapel: Offered each Sunday during the 9 a.m. mass. Children gather for a special lesson and activity. Contact Jacki Boedecker or Jackie Overton for more information.

Choirs: Choir members (including boys and girls and men and women of all ages) add immensely to the rich expression of our parish’s liturgical life by offering anthems and communion music expressive of the great diversity found in Christian choral literature. Contact Sam Nelson for more information.

Christian Education for Adults: We offer courses about a variety of subjects throughout the week that are taught by clergy or parishioners. These classes build up individuals in their faith and knowledge of Jesus and His church and equip them for witness and ministry. Contact Fr. David Svihel for more information.

Christian Education for Children and Youth: We provide classes and formation experiences that allow children and youth to experience God’s saving grace. Contact Jacki Boedecker or Jackie Overton for more information.

Coffee Hour Coordinators and Volunteers: Provides the 11 a.m. congregation with a time of fellowship and an opportunity to welcome visitors and new members with a smile, a beverage, and snacks. Contact Stan Niemi for more information.

Coffee Talk Women’s Book Group: Offering an opportunity for women to gather monthly to discuss a literary selection. Contact Gussie Haeffner or Caroline Ryan for more information.

Cursillo: Building up and supporting leaders in our church with a diocesan weekend program to help them grow in their faith and spirituality. Cursillo helps parishioners gain a deeper understanding of the teachings of Jesus and how to serve him. Contact Gussie Haeffner for more information.

Daily Office Readers: Volunteers pray the Daily Office (Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer), which includes prayers for parishioners who are ill, seeking comfort, traveling, and serving in the armed forces. Contact Traci Reed or Angela Ward for more information.

Daughters of the King: Becoming a Daughter of the King involves taking a lifetime vow to live by the Rule of the Order, requiring a spiritual discipline of daily prayer, service, and evangelism. Contact Deacon Jo Hedin for more information.

Day 4 Hope: Prepares at-risk children in our community for the first day of a new school year. Contact Fr. David Svihel for more information.

Disaster Preparedness: Protecting the contents and property of Redeemer by doing pre-storm protective preparations. Contact Susie Shugg for more information.

Endowment Committee: Assures the investment assets of Redeemer are managed to provide attractive inflation adjusted returns over the long term. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson or Bob Morris for more information.

Episcopal Thrift House: Sells gently used clothing, jewelry, furniture, and household items to the public. Our generous parishioners donate these items and volunteer as staff at the thrift shop. Proceeds fund nonprofits. The Episcopal Thrift House is in downtown Sarasota at 1503 Second Street. It's open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact parishioner and ETH manager Diane Miles for more information.

Evangelism: Equipping members of Redeemer to tell their personal faith stories to others within the church and outside of Redeemer. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson for more information.

Faith Fitness: Gentle exercise classes led by an instructor on the Redeemer campus. Contact Terry Stocker for more information.

Feed My Sheep: Every June, the parish comes together to prepare meals for the hungry. We gather in Gillespie Hall between the 9 and 11 a.m. masses on Sunday mornings in June and assemble and pack sandwiches that are delivered to The Salvation Army for lunch. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Finance Committee: Monitors Redeemer’s finances, reviews financial statements, prepares the annual budget, reviews proposed expenditures before Vestry approval, oversees transfers of funds and accounting clarifications. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson for more information.

Fine Arts Book Club: This book club organized by parishioners meets several times a year on the Redeemer campus to discuss selected books related to the arts. Contact Suzi Terres for more information.

First Communion Class: Sharing with our kindergartners and their parents the mystery and ritual of the Holy Eucharist through a five-week Instructed Eucharist Class conducted during regular Sunday School time in the Kindergarten year. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

First Fridays on Palm: On the first Friday evening of each month, from October through April, Redeemer participates in First Fridays and welcomes visitors and parishioners for wine and snacks on the Palm Avenue Terrace. Contact Susie Shugg for more information.

Foster Youth Initiative: Redeemer organizes several efforts to help foster care families in the area throughout the year. Past projects have included supply drives, a "baby shower" to assemble necessity kits for foster families with babies, and acquiring items, such as car seats, that have been specifically requested by foster families. Contact Malacy Wilson or Jackie Overton for more information.

GATORS: Gathering Adults to Redeemer Singles is Redeemer's ministry for singles. The group promotes Christian fellowship by offering a variety of social events and spiritual growth opportunities, including Bible studies. Contact Becky Thornhill for more information.

Gift & Book Shop: This shop on Redeemer's campus (off Palm Avenue) offers books, games, greeting cards, notecards, Christian jewelry, icons, homeware, gifts, and more. Sales support the Rector’s Discretionary Fund. Contact Deb Kern or Susie Shugg for more information.

Golf Tournament: Redeemer's annual golf tournament is organized by Men of Redeemer and benefits Men of Redeemer's projects and programs throughout the year. Men and women are invited to play in the tournament. Contact Bill Brush for more information.

Grace Gang: This women's Bible study is led by Redeemer Rector Fr. Charleston Wilson. It meets on the first and third Thursday of the month at noon in Goewey Hall. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson for more information.

Great Music Series: Redeemer hosts several exciting musical events each year as part of its Great Music Series. These events include organ concerts, choral concerts, Evensong, quartets, and more. Contact Sam Nelson for more information.

Grown and Flown: This group for parents of adult children who have "flown the nest" meets for fellowship and learning. Contact Marsha Devitt or Steve Devitt for more information.

Guild of the Christ Child: Organizing parish support for young families during times of need, such as illness of a child or the birth of a new baby. Twice a year, the guild offers small group studies that focus on biblically-based parenting. Contact Rebekah Bragg for more information.

Healing Ministry: Focusing on prayers for the mind, body, and spirit for ourselves and others. Private prayers with trained members of the Order of St. Luke. Contact Carrie Lee Major for more information.

Heart to Heart Women’s Bible Study: Providing exciting, in-depth courses throughout the year. Contact Jane Thompson for more information.

High School Youth Group: Growing our teens’ relationship with Christ through fellowship-centered activities that enable them to spend time with other like-minded young Christians who reinforce their beliefs while the understanding of their faith matures. High School Youth Group is offered for students in ninth through twelfth grades. Contact Jackie Overton for more information.

Hijas de Getsemani/Women's Spanish Prayer Group: A prayer group that meets once a month in person on Redeemer's campus on a Monday evening and via Zoom on the other Monday evenings. Contact Lourdes Pozas for more information.

Hispanic Ministry: An outreach ministry of Redeemer to Hispanic members of the community. Redeemer has a mass in Spanish at 1 p.m. on Sundays each weekend. Contact Fr. Mario Castro for more information.

In the Beginning Mailing Crew: Each month, this group of volunteers gathers in Gillespie Hall to prepare Redeemer's monthly newsletter for mailing. The work includes putting mailing address labels and sealing stickers on the newsletters. The group also meets twice a year to prepare cards for mailing to parishioners and friends ahead of Easter and Christmas. Contact Ronelle Ashby for more information.

Just Do It: This program for kindergarten through fifth graders meets on Wednesday nights in January and February. Various parishioners teach the children about their work, hobbies, or other skills, such as playing the organ, being a chef, making pottery, and more. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Lay Eucharistic Ministers and Subdeacons: Serving as subdeacons and administering the chalice during the Holy Eucharist. Contact Linda Lee Miller for more information.

Lay Eucharistic Visitors: Church members who visit and bring Holy Communion to parishioners who are unable to attend church. The Diocese of Southwest Florida has authorized the training and licensing of lay people to become Eucharistic Visitors. Contact Fr. Ralph Strohm for more information.

Lectors and Intercessors: Reading the Old Testament lesson and Intercessory Prayers during the Holy Eucharist. Contact Linda Lee Miller or Gussie Haeffner for more information.

Library: Maintaining the parish collection of books and circulation to parishioners. The library is in Gillespie Hall on the Redeemer campus. Contact Russ Ryan for more information.

Little Hands, Big Hearts: This program for kindergarten through fifth graders meets on Wednesday nights during Lent. Children work together on a service project to help people in need, such as making meals for the hungry. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

LOGOS: Redeemer's Wednesday offering for children in grades K-5. LOGOS includes playtime, tutoring, choir, art, Bible lessons, and family-style dinners. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Martha's Guild: Provides support to family members on the day of a loved one's requiem. Contact Beth Cave for more information.

Men of Redeemer (MOR): Encouraging men, through relationships, to seek Christ-centered living. Contact Craig Burness for more information.

Men’s Prayer Groups: A time for fellowship, prayer, and study for men of Redeemer and other Christian men. Meets at 7 a.m. on Wednesdays for Lectionary Study and 7:30 a.m. on Saturdays for Bible or book study. Contact Ed Weber or Russ Ryan for more information.

Men's Steak Night: Each year, male parishioners gather on a night in the fall to hear an inspiring speaker and enjoy a steak dinner together. Contact Craig Burness for more information.

Middle School Youth Group: Growing our teens’ relationship with Christ through fellowship-centered activities that enable them to spend time with other like-minded young Christians who reinforce their beliefs while the understanding of their faith matures. Middle School Youth Group is offered for students in sixth through eighth grades. Contact Jackie Overton for more information.

Ministry to College Students: Reaching out to Redeemer’s undergrads living away from home through treats and letters mailed to them at college, connection with Episcopal Student Centers on campus, and clergy contact—all reminders of their parish family at Redeemer. Contact Jackie Overton or Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Mission and Outreach: Advisory committee to the Vestry that allocates grants to nonprofits throughout Sarasota and the world that request financial support from Redeemer. Contact Anit Legare or Fr. David Svihel for more information.

Mom's Night Out: A fun social gathering for parishioners who are mothers of children still living at home. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Music Ministry: Central to our rich liturgical life, the Music Program consists of choirs for children, young women, and adults. Throughout the year, music fills the church with the sounds of rehearsals, concerts, and community recitals from some of the best and most talented instrumentalists, vocalists, ensembles, and orchestras from Sarasota and around the world. Contact Sam Nelson for more information.

Needlepoint Guild: Glorifying God and beautifying the church with needlepoint kneelers, antependia, and rugs through the fellowship of a dedicated group of stitchers. Contact Patty Sullivan or Joy Busler for more information.

Newcomers/Welcoming: A group of parishioners greets newcomers before and after masses as well as at other events especially for new members. Contact Anne Ayres for more information.

Night Shift Women's Book Club: A women's book club that gathers the first Monday evening of the month. Contact MaryPage Hill for more information.

Nursery Committee: Oversees the operation of Redeemer’s nurseries. Contact Suzi Terres or Malacy Wilson for more information.

Nursery Greeters: Volunteers who greet parents before the 9 a.m. mass as they arrive to drop off their children at the nursery. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Oblations: Provides an opportunity for parishioners to bring the bread, water, wine, and gifts to the altar during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist at masses. Contact Angela Ward for more information.

Pre-K Volunteers: Our Pre-Kindergarten class is open during the 9 a.m. mass on Sundays. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Parish Prayer Chain: Praying for those in need using requests made by parishioners. Contact Don Peet for more information.

Planned Giving: Informing parishioners about various estate-planning methods that may reduce taxes, increase benefits for families, and provide a gift to Redeemer to help ensure its continued vibrancy in the years to come. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson for more information.

RAMBOs: Redeemer Audiovisual Ministry Board Operators assist with sound and lighting during services. Contact Scott Ferguson for more information.

Redeemer 101: This three-session class is led by our clergy and welcome coordinator. It's geared toward new members who have joined Redeemer in the last year. The class is held on specific dates throughout the year from 10:10-10:40 a.m., during our Sunday morning formation time for students and adults. It covers topics including navigating the campus, using Redeemer's online resources, learning about Redeemer's history, using the Book of Common Prayer, discovering your spiritual gifts, and volunteering for ministries at Redeemer. Contact Anne Ayres for more information.

Resurrection House: A nonprofit that maintains a faith-based resource center for the homeless with physical, emotional, and spiritual assistance. Contact Anne Ayres for more information.

Saint Michael's Conference: A religious conference for young people in Connecticut that Redeemer youth can attend. Contact Jackie Overton for more information.

Salvation Army: Every Christmastime, Redeemer parishioners participate in The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign, ringing bells and collecting donations outside local establishments (usually Publix). The campaign supports people in need in the local community. Contact Sharon Coleman for more information.

Shut-In Ministry: Bringing spiritual counseling, visitation, and the Blessed Sacraments to communicants who cannot come to church because of an illness or medical condition. Contact Fr. Ralph Strohm for more information.

Stewardship: Encouraging all parishioners to contribute their time, talent, and treasure in doing the church’s work. Contact Fr. Charleston Wilson for more information.

Sunday School: Providing weekly Christian education classes and activities for children and youth (ages 2 through high school) on Sunday mornings from 10-10:40 a.m. during the school year. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Travel Group/St. Bartholomew's Society: Plans trips and pilgrimages for Redeemer parishioners to various spots around the globe, such as the Holy Land, England, and other destinations. Contact Mary Lou McFate for more information.

Ushers: Greeting worshipers, passing out service bulletins, and offering assistance if parishioners have special requests or needs. Contact Steve Agren for more information.

Vacation Bible School: Providing a fun-filled end-of-summer week for children entering Kindergarten through fifth grade to grow in the knowledge of God through interaction with priests, peers, and parish volunteers. Contact Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Vergers: Leading processions and working behind the scenes to plan logistical details of the mass. Vergers also assist Acolytes, Lectors, Lay Eucharistic Ministers, the Altar Guild, and others as needed and directed by the Rector. Contact Ernie Cave or Dave Reed for more information.

Wedding Coordinators: Providing coordination between the parish and the bride and groom from initial preparation to the wedding ceremony. Contact Marsha Devitt for more information.

Welcome Table: Welcome Table volunteers greet visitors and answer their questions prior to services. Contact Anne Ayres for more information.

Widows'/Widowers' Might: A group for those who have lost a spouse with gatherings throughout the year. Contact Becky Thornhill for more information.

Women of Redeemer: Hosts events for female parishioners that provide an opportunity for faith formation and fellowship. Contact Jody Maxwell, Janet Trefry, or Jacki Boedecker for more information.

Women's Bible Studies: Studies offered throughout the year for the ladies of the parish focusing on specific topics or books of the Bible. These Bible studies meet at various times, both in the morning and evening. Contact Fr. David Svihel or Amy Buck for more information.

Youth Confirmation: Offering a course of instruction for seventh-grade youth (and older) on the Christian faith and Anglicanism in preparation for the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation. Confirmation consists of approximately 30 hours of instruction, a retreat, and an accountability relationship with a sponsor. Contact Fr. David Svihel or Fr. Michael Hurst for more information.

Youth Mission Trips: Trips organized for Redeemer's Middle School Youth Group and High School Youth Group. The trips provide an opportunity for service, fellowship, learning, fun, and more. Contact Jackie Overton for more information.

Customaries & More

Customaries

Ash Wednesday

Stations of the Cross

Sundays in Lent

Palm Sunday

Maundy Thursday

Good Friday

Great Vigil of Easter

Easter Day

Ascension Day

Pentecost

Trinity Sunday

LEM Customary

Advent Wreath Prayers and Instruction

Advent Wreath Prayers and Instructions

Other

2022 Audited Financial Statement of the Parish

2021 Audited Financial Statement of the Parish

Capital Campaign Readiness Report

Pelican Pal - ready to print

Strategic Plan 2014-17

For Sunday School teachers

Pastoral Care Documents

Requiem Planning Guide

Wedding Customary

Vestry Minutes and Parish Bylaws

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