Welcome to the Catholic Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville, VA
Our Mission: We nurture the spiritual growth of all our members through vibrant celebrations of the sacraments, daily prayer,
lifelong study of our faith, hospitality, and compassionate service to each other and to the "world beyond our doors."
Within the pages of this site, you will find information about our church, our ministries, and our community. You will also find ways in which you can become involved by sharing your gifts and talents. WORD describes the many ways we seek to "pass on the the faith" through faith formation and educational programs. WORSHIP includes our worship, prayer and music programs. Through SERVICE we reach out to fellow parishioners and the wider community. COMMUNITY offers opportunities for our parish community, young adults, and youth to gather as people of faith. We offer many opportunities for GIVING of your time, talent and treasure through our stewardship process and online giving.
Mass Times & Office Hours
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am
Daily Mass:
Monday - Thursday 9:30 am
at Memorial Regional Medical Center Chapel
Holy Days: 9:30 am & 7:00 pm
Reconciliation: Saturday, 4:30-5:00 pm or by appointment.
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Summer Hours: Memorial Day - Labor Day
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday: Closed
Staff
- Fr. Jim Cowles, Pastor
- Rev. Dr. Chris Colville, Deacon
- Rev. Mr. Ron Reger, Deacon
- Rev. Mr. Bill Blatnik, Deacon (Retired)
- Ms. Regina Watson-Fields, Director of Parish Administration
- Ms. Kate Chittum, Parish Secretary
- Ms. Nancy Crosby, Faith Formation Secretary/Coordinator of Community Life
- Ms. Erin Woods, Music Minister
- Ms. Terry Colville, Minister of Faith Formation
- Mr. Jonathan de Bernardo, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry
- Ms. Loraine Tracy, Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation
- Ms. Diane Atkins, Human Concerns Minister
- Mr. Mark Torsiello, Sexton
Upcoming Events
Scroll down to "Recent Weekly Bulletins" for details.
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Hello, Scripture Youth Bible Study Thursdays at 7:00 PM All 6th-12th graders are invited to come hang out and discuss the upcoming Sunday readings. |
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Help Us Keep Kids Warm! Commonwealth Catholic Charities is looking for gently used or new winter coats, gloves, hats, scarves & umbrellas for ages 4-13 Donate through Oct. 31st |
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Youth Lock-in Fri/Sat., Oct. 25th-26th 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM American Family Fitness at Va. Center Click here for details & registration |
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Trunk or Treat Oct. 27th, 4:00 - 5:00 PM Come trick-or-treat and play games at decorated cars in the church parking lot. Hot dogs will be served. Set-up begins at 3:45 for anyone who would like to set up a trunk. |
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Informal Grief Support Group Nov. 6th, 11 AM - 1 PM An opportunity to socialize, share and support each other New members welcome! Includes potluck lunch |
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Save the Date! |
This Week at Redeemer
| Monday, 10/21 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional 4:00 PM - Elementary R.E. 5:15 PM - Children/Youth Choir 6:00 PM - Elementary R.E. 7:00 PM - Confirmation Team |
| Tuesday, 10/22 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional 6:30 PM - Instrumental Rehearsal 7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal |
| Wednesday, 10/23- 7:00 AM - Morning Prayer 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional 7:00 PM - Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 PM - Pastoral Council |
| Thursday, 10/24 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional 7:00 PM - Redeemer Ringers 7:00 PM - Youth Bible Study |
| Friday, 10/25 - 10:00 PM - Youth Lock-in at American Family |
| Saturday, 10/26 - 6:30 PM - Italian Night Dinner |
| Sunday, 10/27 - 8:30 AM - Elementary R.E. 10:00 AM - Preschool/Kindergarten R.E. 10:00 AM - R.C.I.A. 11:15 AM - Christmas Play Rehearsal 11:15 AM - Middle School Youth R.E. 11:15 - New Parishioner Welcoming 4:00 PM - Trunk or Treat |
| Monday, 10/28 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional 4:00 PM - Elementary R.E. 5:15 PM - Children/Youth Choir 6:00 PM - Elementary R.E. 7:00 PM - Craft Bazaar Meeting 7:00 PM - No Room at the Inn Meeting |
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Diocese of Richmond
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
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Click here for the Diocesan website. |  |
Click here for our diocesan Prayer for Evangelization. |
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Click here for the Diocesan Safe Environment Program. |
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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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