Church of the Redeemer

“When the Lord brought back his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream! 
We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy.”  Psalm 126:1-2

     We have been in ‘exile’ from our church home for almost two months now, but we are slowly finding our way back.  While we are excited to begin gathering again, things will look, feel, and sound a bit different for the foreseeable future.  
     We have worked hard to develop a parish plan for re-opening, in keeping with diocesan policies and safety guidelines.  This week we will have a 5:30 Mass on Saturday evening, and noon Masses on Monday and Wednesday, June 1st and 3rd..  Please see the Sign-up Genius link below if you plan to attend.

Our re-opening includes significant limits to the number in attendance,
with advance registration required,
and numerous precautions for the health of safety of all.

     Before registering for Mass, please read the "Welcome Back" guidelines and "Diocesan policies" below to ensure you are comfortable following them.  If you are certain you and your family would like to attend Mass, please use this Signup Genius link, listing the number who will be attending. 
     Under current diocesan guidelines, you must be able to answer 'no' to all three questions below in order for your household to be admitted at Mass. You will be asked these questions again when you arrive.
- Have you or anyone in your household had a fever in the past two (2) weeks?
- Do you or anyone in your household have a new cough or new shortness of breath? 
- Have you come into contact with anyone who is positive for COVID-19 in the past two (2) weeks? 
     If you sign up and discover you are unable to attend, please return to the Signup Genius to adjust your registration or call the office so that others may have your space. 

CLICK HERE to read the "Welcome Back" guidelines.
CLICK HERE to read the diocesan policies.
CLICK HERE to watch a brief video of "What to Expect When You Return"

Please continue to check here, on Facebook, and in “Redeemer Reminder” emails
for updates and Mass sign-up details.

As we have stressed in the past, if you fall within the 'vulnerable' category, as defined by the CDC,
we encourage you to stay home. The obligation to attend Sunday Mass continues to be suspended in the Diocese of Richmond.  Do not feel that attendance is mandatory, just because it is available.
Mass will continue to be live-streamed on Facebook on Saturday at 5:30 PM,
with a recording available for viewing at your convenience.
Click HERE for the worship aid.

Click HERE to read about a "Bold Response" we can make as a parish. 
If you do not already participate in E-giving you can sign up HERE,
or mail your weekly offering to church.  Thank you for your continuing support.

"Resources for Praying at Home"
Online Morning Prayer, links to daily Masses and more.

"Elementary Resources"- materials to support families in sharing faith at home

"Voices of Faith" - articles, resources, and reflections

Follow us on Facebook for daily updates:
Church of the Redeemer - our parish page
Redeemer Elementary Families - for parents and children
Redeemer Music Ministry- connect with Erin and the choir

The contractor has begun work!!  With the success of Redeemer Royale we have currently raised $83,000 - thank you for your generosity! 

Bishop Knestout urges anyone aware of sexual abuse of minors on the part of clergy or staff of our diocese to notify civil authorities, call the Attorney General’s Clergy Abuse Hotline at 1-833-454-9064, and reach out to the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator, Jennifer Sloan at 1-877-887-9603. 

The Diocese has also partnered with EthicsPoint to provide a completely confidential platform that allows any employee, parishioner, clergy or volunteer of the diocese to anonymously submit concerns about suspected unethical behavior, misuse of resources or financial misconduct.  Reports can be made anonymously and confidentially – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - online or by calling (844) 739-3210 

	Click here for the Diocesan website.		Click here to visit the diocesan bicentennial website.
	Click here for the  Diocesan Safe Environment Program.		Click here for information about the VA Catholic Conference, the public advocacy organization representing Bishop Knestaut,  Diocese of Richmond, and Bishop Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington.

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