At Redeemer Lutheran Church all people are welcomed into the community united by the grace, love, and forgiveness we know in Jesus Christ.
Jesus was famous for extending a radical welcome to everyone he met, crossing over all human made lines and boundaries. The congregation at Redeemer Lutheran Church having received Jesus welcome ourselves, extends that same reception to all people. No exceptions.
Redeemer Lutheran Church recognizes and repents for the historical mistreatment of all minorities and marginalizes communities by the Church universal.
Further, the members of Redeemer commit to racial equity for all people. As followers of Jesus we pledge ourselves to the work of antiracism by working against all forms of oppression and discrimination contrary to the witness of Jesus Christ.
We welcome all who seek to follow Jesus regardless of race, ethnicity, class, age, gender, marital status, nationality, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expressi0n, and family configuration, to journey together toward the promised land of God.
Personal Care Kits
The very simple gesture of giving a Personal Care Kit or (Basket of promise)can give someone the encouragement to start anew, starting with a bath. You can share God’s grace and love by providing that simple comfort.
For the months of March and April we will be accepting the various contents to make up Personal Care Kits (as a Lenten project called Baskets of promise) and we will also accept fully completed kits.Please put your donations in the wooden cabinet in the lobby near the elevator.
Guidelines
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Please give new items only, except where otherwise noted
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Please do not donate items with any religious symbols, messages or your congregation’s name.
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Please do not donate any items decorated with a U.S. flag, patriotic or military symbols, or references to the armed forces, including camouflage.
What to Include
There will be a board with Posted Notes in the Lobby. Each posted will contain a needed item, please take them and supply the item from the note.
Do not add other items or leave out any of the items listed. All items should be new and in good condition. Do not enclose the Kit or any of its contents in plastic bags.
Include the following items in each Personal Care Kit:
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One light-weight bath-size towel (between 20"×40" & 52"×27"), dark color recommended
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Two bath-size bars (4 to 5 oz.) of soap, any brand, in original wrapping
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One adult-size toothbrush in its original packaging*
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One sturdy comb, remove packaging
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One metal nail clippers (attached file optional), remove packaging
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Wrap all the items in the towel and tie securely with ribbons or yarn.
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***** Toothbrush multi-packs may be used by sealing an individual toothbrush in a business-size envelope; no plastic bags or wrap