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.
WELCOME HOME!
Information About Returning to Church During COVID 19
God is good!!
As we resume the celebration of public liturgies, we all must adjust to a number of adaptations designed to protect the well-being of every Redeemer parishioner. Thank you in advance for your patience and prayers!
For Information you will need before registering for mass, what to expect when you arrive for mass, changes to the flow of liturgies, and how to register for weekend or weekday mass, please click here.
Please note that in order to comply with space limitations and social distancing mandated by the state of Virginia and the Diocese of Richmond, we must ask all parishioners to pre-register for each mass they wish to attend.
Additionally, everyone age 10 and up must wear a face mask.
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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 our weekly worship aid.
Please continue to check back here, on Facebook, and in our "Redeemer Reminder" emails for updates and Mass sign-up details.
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
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
Haiti School Sponsorship
The Power of our Parish is....joining with our Haitian friends to give when it's difficult!
Our Haiti Student Sponsorship is August 15 - August 30
Please click here for information on how you can help us reach our goal.
Click here to give a one time or recurring donation online through E-Giving.
Thank you for your ongoing support. Your sacrifice will give glory to God, bring His peace to you, and change the lives of children in Lascahobas, Haiti.
Our Church Responds
Consider reading and discussing
How Church Teaching Can Help Explain Why "Black Lives Matter" by Archbishop William Lori
Statement of U.S. Bishops’ President on George Floyd and the Protests in American Cities
Bishop Knestout Statement on the Death of George Floyd and Unrest in Richmond
Consider joining the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart's Book Club discussion on Racial Justice and the Catholic Church by Father Bryan Massingale. Visit richmondcathedral.org for information.
Redeemer is forming a group on Racial Justice that will begin in the fall. Are you interested? Contact the church office for details.
"It is not enough to say we are Christians. We must live the faith, not only with our words but with our actions." Pope Francis
Mass Times & Office Hours
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am
Daily Mass:
Monday & Wednesday at Noon
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, Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation
- Ms. Regina Watson-Fields, Director of Parish Administration
- Ms. Kate Chittum, Coordinator of Religious Education
- Ms. Erin Woods, Music Minister
- Ms. Diane Atkins, Human Concerns Minister
- Mr. Mark Torsiello, Sexton
Upcoming Events
Scroll down to "Recent Weekly Bulletins" for details.
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"Virtual Morning Prayer" is celebrated each Wednesday at 7:00 AM. CLICK HERE for details. |
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Weekend Masses Mon & Wed, 12 PM |
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Redeemer will serve lunch for our neighbors in need on August 7. Contact the office for information! |
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Join us on Saturday, August 15 at 9:30 for The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Click Here to Register. |
This Week at Redeemer
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Church is open for individual prayer |
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Wednesday, August 5 Noon - Daily Mass at Redeemer Click Here to Register |
| Saturday, August 8
4:30- 5:30 Reconciliation 5:30 PM - Mass - Click Here to Register Mass Live-streamed on Facebook |
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Sunday, August 9 10:00 AM - Mass - Click Here to Register |
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Monday, August 10 Noon - Daily Mass at Redeemer Click Here to Register |
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Wednesday, August 12 Noon - Daily Mass at Redeemer Click Here to Register |
The Rectory Renovations Are Complete!
Thank you so much for your generosity! Father Jim moved into the newly renovated Rectory on Wednesday, June 24th. It is absolutely gorgeous and he promises to have an Open House soon so everyone can see how their giving hearts, time, and talents made this all possible!
Recent Weekly Bulletins
Sun, Aug 2nd
Sun, Jul 26th
Sun, Jul 19th
Sun, Jul 12th
Sun, Jul 5th
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 to visit the diocesan bicentennial website. |
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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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