Church of the Redeemer

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

Weekend:
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.

	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.
	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
	Dining for Dollars Salty Pig Smokehouse Oct. 17th, 4:00 - 9:00 PM Mention "Redeemer" and our youth camp work fund will receive 15%! Click here to learn more.
	Work Day at Shalom Farms Oct. 19th, 8:00 AM - Noon Join the effort to provide access to healthy food to thousands of our Richmond neighbors. Contact Diane Atkins for details.
	Blood Drive Oct. 20th, 8:00 AM -12:00 PM Click here to schedule an appointment and visit RapidPass to complete pre-donation paperwork and save time when you arrive.
	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
	Italian Night Dinner Oct. 26th, after 5:30 Mass Music by Freddy C / Italian Basket Raffle $12.50/person - $5/ages 6-12 Purchase tickets this weekend
	Save the Date! Redeemer Royale February 15th

This Week at Redeemer

Monday, 10/14 - Office Closed
Daily Mass at MRMC is cancelled this week
due to the Priest Convocation in Newport News.

Tuesday, 10/15 - 6:30 PM - Instrumental Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal

Wednesday, 10/16 - 7:00 AM - Morning Prayer
7:00 PM - Eucharistic Adoration
7:00 PM - Just Matters - Cultivating Nonviolence

Thursday, 10/17 - 7:00 PM - Evangelization Committee
7:00 PM - Redeemer Book Club
7:00 PM - Redeemer Ringers
7:00 PM - Youth Bible Study

Saturday, 10/19 - Anniversary & Commitment Weekend
10:00 AM - Casino Night Meeting

Sunday, 10/20 - Anniversary & Commitment Weekend
8:00 AM - Blood Drive
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.
6:00 PM - High School Youth Life Teen

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

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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

	Click here for the Diocesan website.		Click here for our diocesan Prayer for Evangelization.
	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.