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The public events page (where services are live-streamed) is at: https://www.facebook.com/ChristTheRedeemerLutheranChurch.
The private group (an information page for members only) is at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctrtulsa/.
To join the private group, click Join Group in the top right-hand corner of the page, or email James Morgan at: communications@ctrtulsa.org
Keep up with coming events, announcements, and updates about recent events.
The public events page (where services are live-streamed) is at: https://www.facebook.com/ChristTheRedeemerLutheranChurch.
The private group (an information page for members only) is at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctrtulsa/.
To join the private group, click Join Group in the top right-hand corner of the page, or email James Morgan at: communications@ctrtulsa.org
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NEWSLETTER: Check the church website to read the online newsletter.
CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION FOR EVENTS: Now that construction has begun, church activities are confined to Sundays only with limited room access. If you or your group wish to use the church facilities, please fill out the forms that are located in the narthex or contact Floyd Lemons. Floyd will confirm the date and location and get back to you with that confirmation.
CTR WELCOMES NEW STAFF MEMBER: Our new business administrator is Deva Beebe. She will be in the office Monday-Friday 9:30-3:30. Deva has 13 years of church finance and administration experience. She holds a Business Administration degree from Langston-Tulsa and a master’s degree in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma. She provides administrative support to church staff and assists in managing the finances of the office and the congregation.
RETIREMENT has finally come for Connie Phillips. She and Ron will be moving to Iowa in February. Please email Deva with any assistance you may need from the church office.
STEWARDSHIP
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENT: We had an excellent response during our Consecration Sunday on October 4, 2020. We appreciate all the pledges received that day as well as those that have been mailed to church. We need your help to bring our campaign, “God loves a cheerful giver,” to a successful conclusion. Please return your pledge to the church office, 2550 E. 71st St., Tulsa, OK 74136, Attention: Stewardship or drop it in the collection basket in the narthex. Blessings, Stewardship Lay Ministry Members: Debby Brauer, Nancy Kirby, Kathi Lohse, Sandy Moeller, Connie Thomas, Suzanne Watt, Rosalie Weber and Beverly Woodard
GIVING: As we continue to do ministry, even in the time of being physically apart, your faithful giving is a blessing to Christ the Redeemer and your community. We thank you in advance for continuing to keep the ministry moving forward at Christ the Redeemer.
Here are some options for sending in your tithes and offerings to CTR:
1. Online: You can visit www.ctrtulsa.org/on-line-giving to sign up through Vanco for one-time or ongoing offerings or donations. This allows you to set up weekly, bi-weekly or monthly giving.
1. Online: You can visit www.ctrtulsa.org/on-line-giving to sign up through Vanco for one-time or ongoing offerings or donations. This allows you to set up weekly, bi-weekly or monthly giving.
2. Smartphone: You can contribute through GivePlus Church, our mobile giving app. Go to the App Store or Google Play and search for “GivePlus church” to download it for free.
3. Vanco Client Services: You can call 1-800-675-7430 to give your offering for Christ The Redeemer by phone.
4. Mail: You can mail your offering in your offering envelope to the church office: 2550 E. 71st St., Tulsa, OK 74136.
Questions about E-giving? Email Deva Beebe at dbeebe@ctrtulsa.org for more information.
OUTREACH
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE: Here’s a new “Top 10” needs list from STCH. You may put donations in the shopping basket in the South Hallway or donate money marked for STCH. We pick up on Wednesday and deliver on Thursdays. Thank you!
32 oz laundry detergent (for seniors in February)- 11 oz coffee or bricks (for veterans) – Family Size bar soaps – Family size hair shampoo/conditioner – 2 pack razors – Adult diapers size medium and large – Baby wipes – Hamburger helper – Brownie mixes – Disinfectant cleaners such as 409 or Clorox
32 oz laundry detergent (for seniors in February)- 11 oz coffee or bricks (for veterans) – Family Size bar soaps – Family size hair shampoo/conditioner – 2 pack razors – Adult diapers size medium and large – Baby wipes – Hamburger helper – Brownie mixes – Disinfectant cleaners such as 409 or Clorox
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
MUSIC
CTR HANDBELL ENSEMBLE Agape Ringers, CTR’s intergenerational handbell ensemble practices following the 10:45 service. This ensemble is open to anyone of middle school age or older. We will rehearse in small, socially-distanced groups and will require masks throughout the duration of each rehearsal. No prior ringing experience is necessary. We will teach you what you need to know! If you are interested in participating please speak to Jacob, or email him at jacob.drengler@ctrtulsa.org.
CTR SANCTUARY CHOIR is holding rehearsals online via Zoom. This choir is open to any singer of high school age or older. If you are interested in participating and would like information on how to access our Zoom rehearsals, please speak to Jacob or email him at jacob.drengler@ctrtulsa.org. New singers are welcome at any time!
YOUTH
Junior High School Students! Join other Tulsa area LCMS youth at Immanuel-BA on Wednesday, April 21 from 5-8:30 PM! Come early from 5-6 to enjoy air hockey, pool, rumble ball pit, 9 square in the air and more! Starting at 6 we’ll have dinner, devotions, games and more sponsored by Camp Lutherhoma. Campfire with Red Sky and Tahle! Sign up with DCE Suzanne by 4/19.
High School Students! Join other Tulsa area LCMS youth at Immanuel-BA on Wednesday, April 28 from 5-8:30 PM! Friends invited & prizes!!
Come early from 5-6 to enjoy air hockey, pool, rumble ball pit, 9 square in the air and more! Starting at 6 we’ll have dinner, devotions, games and more sponsored by Concordia University- Nebraska! Lori Johnson, an admissions rep, will also be there with info if you want to know more about CUNE. Sign up with DCE Suzanne by 4/26.
Come early from 5-6 to enjoy air hockey, pool, rumble ball pit, 9 square in the air and more! Starting at 6 we’ll have dinner, devotions, games and more sponsored by Concordia University- Nebraska! Lori Johnson, an admissions rep, will also be there with info if you want to know more about CUNE. Sign up with DCE Suzanne by 4/26.
EDUCATION
WIDOWS & WIDOWERS BIBLE STUDY is held in the library at 10 AM on Wednesdays with Pastor Burmeister.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY is held at the home of Patti Ross on Friday’s. They are currently studying the book Chosen. Please contact Patti for details.
OTHER EVENTS
CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS can be accessed through the BUILDING page of this website and through the Construction album on the CTR Facebook page.
CTR Weekly News: June 11 – 17
THIS SUNDAY AT CTR:
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Pastor Burmeister
Acolytes early: …- late: …
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
For service Scripture readings go to www.lutherancalendar.org
VBS: Join us for a packed week of fun, fellowship and Bible study as we learn what it means to LIVE FULLY ALIVE! Participants may register online at: https://goo.gl/forms/fktXVDsRTJTl44mA3 or check out the CTR website or Facebook page for a direct link!
VBS DONATIONS: Look on the library windows for the multi-colored “A” signs. Non-perishable donations should be brought by Friday, June 8 and non-perishable items can be brought June 8-10. There are also tags for “volunteer snacks” for each day. Items can be pre-bought or homemade and should arrive by start time at 9:00.
ACOLYTE SCHEDULE for July-September 9 is ready for sign ups. It’s located on the family ministry bulletin board near the library.
WIRED WORD SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS: Sunday’s Wired Word topic will be “Starbucks Closes for Afternoon of Anti-Bias Training for Employees”. This class is held in the library and weaves current events with Biblical study. Join them as they explore current events each and every week.
Summer Sunday School Volunteers Needed! From June– August, Children’s Sunday School will be held in the gym. Each week we need 4 volunteers to lead stations. If you’re interested in more information or would like to volunteer, please check out the display in the narthex.
CLUB 345 DAY AT THE PARK: On June 23 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. all second, third, fourth and fifth graders will be spending the afternoon at Lafortune Park! Please bring a packed dinner for a picnic and some games to share. This will be Carinna’s first event as an intern and a great way for Club 345ers and parents to meet Carinna! If your child is interested email Amanda Stein at stein.n.amanda@gmail.com.
FAMILY FUN DAY: Families young and old are invited to a family fun day on the front lawn of Christ the Redeemer on July 28 from 10:00-2:00. Come and enjoy hotdogs, hamburgers, snow cones, bounce houses, lawn games and more. Bring a side dish or dessert. Sign ups for this event will be in the back of church by the FCM bulletin board.
SUNDAY SCHOOL PICK UP: Starting June 3rd, we are asking that parents pick up their child from Sunday School each morning at 10:30 in the gym. This will allow our new intern to meet your family and prevent liability issues during the hectic summer months.
INSTALLATION & RECEPTION: All members are invited to join us as we welcome our DCE Intern, Carinna Corbett, on Sunday, June 17, at 9:30. There will be a gift box for collection of cards. If you wish to give Carinna a gift to help with any items she needs for her apartment, please purchase VISA and Target gift cards. Carinna will be installed at both services.
SENIOR FRIENDS will go to lunch on June 10 at Napa Flats
BRAILLE WORKSHOP will not meet in the summer. They will resume in September.
BUNKO will meet at Teresa Nightingale’s home on June 12 at 7:00. There is a sign up.
OWLS will meet on June 28 at 11:30 at Incredible Pizza for lunch and program. Brad Teegarden will be the speaker.