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

Hiati Yard Sale

THANK YOU!

Abundant thanks to everyone who:
- donated items
- set-up, sorted, and priced
- worked during the sale
- came to shop at the sale
- packed up and cleaned up

Thanks to you we raised over $16,000 for Haiti!

Upcoming Events

Scroll down to "Recent Weekly Bulletins" for details.

	VIRTUS TRAINING for all who minister with children & youth: Tuesday, Sept. 17th, 6:30 PM Saturday, Sept. 21st, 9:00 AM Register at www.virtusonline.org
	Elementary Parents and Children at your registered session time Sept. 15th & 16th
	Morning Prayer Every Wednesday at 7:00 AM Beginning September 11th
	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.
	Save the Date! Redeemer Royale February 15th

This Week at Redeemer

Monday, 9/16 -9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional
4:00 PM - Elementary R.E. Kick-off
6:00 PM - Elementary R.E. Kick-off

Tuesday, 9/17 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional
6:30 PM - VIRTUS Training
6:30 PM - Instrumental Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Choir Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Haiti Committee

Wednesday, 9/18 - 7:00 AM - Morning Prayer
9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional
7:00 PM - Eucharistic Adoration
7:00 PM - R.C.I.A.
7:00 PM - Youth Bible Study

Thursday, 9/19 - 9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional
7:00 PM - Evangelization Committee
7:00 PM - Redeemer Book Club
7:00 PM - Redeemer Ringers Rehearsal

Friday, 9/20 - 8:30 AM - Stamping Angels

Saturday, 9/21 - Anniversary & Commitment Weekend
9:00 AM - VIRTUS Training

Sunday, 9/22 - Anniversary & Commitment Weekend
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 Movie
11:15 AM - New Parishioner Welcoming Gathering
6:00 PM - High School R.E.

Monday, 9/23 -9:30 AM - Daily Mass at Memorial Regional
4:00 PM - Elementary R.E.
6:00 PM - Elementary R.E.
7:00 PM - Baptism Class

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Recent Weekly Bulletins

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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.