Welcome to the Catholic Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville, VA
Our Mission
"Everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."
John 13:35
Our Vision
Through worship, service, community and word we strive to bring all people closer together and closer to God.
Join us in-person or on our livestream!
Welcome Home
Fr. Jim Cowles, and the staff of Redeemer, welcome you
to the Catholic Church of the Redeemer!
Join us in person or on our live-streamed Mass on Facebook on Saturday's at 5:30 PM,
with a recording available for viewing at your convenience.
Click here for our Worship Aid.
Follow us on Facebook for updates:
Church of the Redeemer - our parish page
Redeemer Elementary Families - for parents and children
Redeemer Music Ministry - connect with our choirs
Mass Times & Office Hours
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am and 10:00 am
Weekday Mass:
Monday and Wednesday: 12:00 Noon
Holy Days: 12:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Reconciliation: Saturday, 4:30-5:00 pm or by appointment.
Office Hours:
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. Diane Atkins, Minister of Outreach and Pastoral Care
- Ms. Kate Chittum, Coordinator of Religious Education
- Mr. Alec McGuire, Minister of Evangelization and Communication
- Ms. Renee Reisenweaver, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry
- Ms. Laurie Richman, Parish Secretary
- Ms. Erin Woods, Music Minister
- Mr. Mark Torsiello, Sexton
Beer and Hymns
Chance to enter the 50/50 raffle
See you June 1st at 7 in Genesis Hall!
Haiti School Sponsorship
Haiti School Sponsorship
May 27 - June 11
Shine His Light, Redeemer!
Create Opportunities for Haitian Students!
Your donation supports educating children
in dark and difficult times.
Now is the time to Shine a Light!
Pastoral Council Nominations
If you would like to nominate a Redeemer parishioner for Pastoral Council, please click here for a printable form! The deadline is May 24.
This Week at Redeemer
Church is open for individual prayer The office will be closed on Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day - No Mass! |
Welcome to Redeemer! |
Saturday |
Sunday 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM |
Monday and Wednesday |
Tuesday and Thursday Noon - Mass at Memorial Regional Hospital Chapel |
VBS Registration
Vacation Bible School 2023
July 31-August 4
9am-Noon
Registration starts April 16
There are 9 spots left, please hurry and sign up today!
https://www.wesharegiving.org/App/Form/d4106e15-9c98-44d6-a4f6-5d9ac4a81d77
Click here for Volunteer opportunities ages rising 6th graders and up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49A8A629A7FE3-vacation2
Are you interested in becoming Catholic?
Are you interested in knowing more about becoming Catholic? Would you like to receive the sacrament of Confirmation as an adult? Do you know someone who would like to learn more about Catholicism?
Please contact Deacon Ron or call the office during business hours.
Recent Weekly Bulletins
Diocese of Richmond
Bishop Knestout encourages 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 Diocese of Richmond Director of Safe Environment at [email protected]
Click here for the Diocesan website. | |
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Click here for the Diocesan Safe Environment Program. |
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Click here for information on the VA Catholic Conference, the public advocacy organization representing Bishop Knestout. |
Annual Diocesan Appeal
USCCB
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is a national membership organization
of the Catholic Bishops in the United States.
Click here for daily readings and inspiration.
The USCCB has recently voted to draft a document on the Meaning of the Eucharist in the Life of the Church.
Click here to read Frequently Asked Questions regarding this decision.
The Vatican
Catholic Daughters - Church of the Redeemer Court #2456
The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court of Redeemer’s Angels #2456 is pleased to offer annual scholarships to Redeemer High School Seniors who plan to continue their education by attending a college or vocational school in the Fall.
Click here for the 2023 Scholarship Application.
Knights of Columbus - Church of the Redeemer Council #11042
Knights of Columbus Council #11042 is awarding scholarships as part of our “Outstanding Young Man & Young Woman of the Year” program. All high school seniors are eligible and are encouraged to apply. One young man and one young woman will be selected for this award of $1,000 each.
Click here for the 2023 Scholarship Application.