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Redeemer Ref lections
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Our Mission Statement: To spread the Good News to all through joyful worship and service, so that
others may believe and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Our Redeemer Lives!
June 2020 A publication of Our Redeemer Church, Garden Grove, California
OUR REDEEMER CHURCH, ELCA 12301 Magnolia Street
Garden Grove, Calif. 92841 Phone: (714) 539-9541 FAX: (714) 539-7672
Preschool: (714) 539-6643
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Dear Friends: God has blessed us greatly through the pandemic. So far, no member has contracted the virus. We have remained healthy and strong. We are in the process of considering when and how to re-open worship and small groups at Our Redeemer. With the vast majority of our members over 65 and considered “at risk” we will be taking a
cautious approach to ensure that everyone remains healthy and strong. I am glad so many of you are participating in the zoom meetings and on-line worship. We actually have more people viewing our worship during this pandemic than were present in worship. Pastor Jennifer is concluding her class on evangelism, and one of the easier ways to reach out to others is to simply forward the links to worship to friends and invite them to participate in worship. It is much less confrontational and still allows your friends to participate at their own time if they so choose. No matter when we begin meeting in small groups and worship again, we will continue to videotape worship so that those who can not be present, or those with at risk medical continues can still stay connect over the internet. It is also important to realize that when we do re-open things will be different. We will be asked to practice social distancing in church, you will be required to wear masks in worship, there will be no live choir anthems, Holy Communion will be distributed differently and all singing will be limited. And we will discourage handshakes and hugs (that’s a tough one for me and this congregation). There will be more information in the coming weeks. At a special meeting of the ELCA congregations and our bishop, there were only 1 or 2 congregations planning to re-open before the end of June. Pastor Kinndlee Lund from Fountain Valley is recovering from the COVID-19 virus. She is young and resilient. If I would contract the virus as a person over the age of 65, the odds of hospitalization and/or death rise dramatically. The Bishop warned that pastors are the ones most likely to catch the virus and spread the virus because of our multiple contacts with people, and he urged caution for all older pastors before we reopen worship. This is hard for me! I want to open as soon as possible, I miss the hugs and the relationships. I miss the fellowship and friendship. This too shall pass, but until it does, we will err on the side of caution: to protect you and me! And until then, we will continue to pray, we will continue to meet on-line, we will continue to celebrate virtual communion, we will continue to tape excellent music, and we will continue to find hope and life in Christ. Til we meet again,
Pastor Brian
Reflections from the Pastor by Pastor Brian Taylor
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Reflections from the Intern Pastor by Pastor Jennifer Garcia
How have we been connecting during social distancing?
A couple weeks ago, I spent a lovely Saturday afternoon savoring tea, relishing scones made by Patty and Val, learning the varied histories of dozens of lovely teacups and mugs, and catching up with the amazing women of Our Redeemer. Amazingly, that all happened while I was in a room with no one but my cat.
While Zoom and other electronic means of communication are no substitute for having a face-to-face conversation, COVID-19 has challenged me to expand my definition of connection. Given the choice, I’m sure pretty much all of us would choose a safe in-person gathering instead of an online one, but there was genuine joy and delight in that afternoon spent together, yet in our separate spaces.
I was moved by the variety of our drinking vessels. Some people had treasured family heirlooms or delicate teacups brought from faraway places. Others drank from Disney-themed cups that reminded them of sunny days spent at the “happiest place on Earth.” Some used everyday mugs—stalwart companions that provide energy and comfort on difficult mornings. If these things have such lovely stories, how much more so does each person to whom they belong? And we got to share pieces of our stories and personalities over tea.
In my devotion, I talked about tea as a form of sabbath. It is a special time set aside for connection, rejuvenation, and rest. That day, we connected with each other and God and were renewed. I’m so thankful for that afternoon of sabbath time.
I wish we could have met in person for the tea, pouring each other cups and sharing hugs. I look forward to the day when we can do that again. In the meantime, though, I rejoice that we were able to share stories and laughter online. We don’t need to wait until we’re back together in person to find ways to support each other and be in community.
In that spirit, next month I’ll be sharing about the evangelism workshops I led and how we can share our faith even when we can’t be face-to-face with our neighbors. That connection we shared over tea does not have to be limited to the people in our congregation. We can connect with others about the love of Jesus even in this challenging time.
Wishing you all love and support and peace in the Holy Spirit,
Pastor Jennifer
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Our book circle has been suspended until health guidelines allow us to meet.
Up-coming selections include:
June 26— Everything All at Once, by Bill Nye
July 24— Before We Were Yours, by Lisa Wingate
Aug. 28— Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey, by The Countess Carnavon
Sept. 25— Faceless Killers, by Henning Mankell
Oct. 23— The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs, by Stephen Brusatte
“The greatest prayer is patience” - Buddha
Congrats Grad’s! Class of 2020!
Although we may not be able to celebrate the way we would like, the hard work of students should still be recognized and celebrated! The long nights and stressful days have paid off! Congratulations for all your hard work and May God Bless YOU on your next journey in life! Andrew Garcia graduating from La Quinta High School heading to College
Paul Kennedy graduating from Pacifica High School heading to CSUF
Erika Taylor graduating from SATO Academy of Math and Science heading to Loyola Marymount
Dana Roznos graduating from Orange Coast College and heading to California State University Fullerton
Travon Thomas finished at Orange Coast College and heading to California State University Fullerton
Ryan Bodnar finished at Orange Coast College and heading to California State University Long Beach
Donald Kent graduating from University of Portland with a degree in Logistics Zaid Humphrey graduating Irvine High School and heading to Irvine Valley Community College or Orange Coast College
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Sunday Cool!
Every Sunday, Family Sunday School is posted on the Church Families Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/184963344959994/ and a coloring page for the lesson is posted. this is provided by Sparkhouse-they are our curriculum publisher.
Confirmation: Meets via Zoom every Sunday night at 7:00 pm.
Children's Choir: Mrs. Sharon misses Children's Choir and leading Sunday morning Sunday Cool opening.
Nursery: Elsa and Raquel are still available to be our nursery ladies. Did you know Elsa has been with us over 30 years? She took care of many of our young adults. Both work for school districts.
Student Ministry Director: Patty Erickson@ [email protected]
Men's Breakfast Postponed until September
The June Men's Breakfast Fellowship has been cancelled. As most of you know, we do not meet in July or August. We will re-evaluate regarding our meeting in September as it approaches. Please keep your donations of cans and bottles to help support our Compassion International students for our next meeting.
Young at Heart is not meeting for the
summer. We will see what the fall brings.
Let’s send notes to each other for the summer.
Need a directory? We have an updated directory with the current addresses and email. Let the office know you need one. We can email it to you, mail it to you
or you can pick one up.
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Class of 2020
~Friday, June 12th~
Flag Day
~Friday, June 19th~ Father’s, Grandfather’s, Un-
cle’s Donuts with Dad 8:30 am in the Court Yard
~Friday, June 26th~
Pre-K Graduation Parade Front Parking Lot from 1:00-2:00 pm
Friday, June 19th 8:30 in the Court Yard
Come have a Donut with
your child at Drop Off
OUR REDEEMER PRESCHOOL
Pre-K Graduation Parade We will be having a Graduation
Parade for all of our Prekindergartner's.
Where: Front Parking Lot When: Friday, June 26th Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
2020 Class
of
Luke June 5th Leia June 18th Olivia June 21st Charlotte June 22nd Alijah June 23rd Ashton June 23rd
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Sundays at 11 AM we have created Coffee Hours for members of the congregation to chat
and connect with one another.
Pastor’s Bible Study has
been moved to Zoom! Meetings are held Tuesdays at Noon!
Men’s Bible Study has been moved to Zoom! Meetings are held Thursdays at 7 AM.
Choir Check In in now on Zoom! Meetings are held Thursdays at 7 PM.
Grief Group will resume once we can meet again.
Please contact the office at [email protected] or (714) 539-9541 if
you would like to join any of our Zoom meetings!
Our Redeemer has been doing our best to make sure our congregation is supported through these difficult times. We’ve created several Zoom Meetings, Bible studies and even a Sunday Coffee hour. We’ve been dutifully recording and posting our sermon’s online and sending physical bulletins to those who do not have access to the internet. If you would like to join any of these emailing lists, please email [email protected] or call the office at (714) 539-9541.
Zoom on over to Our Redeemer!
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How to find Sermon’s on the website! 1. Go to www.ORCGG.org 2. Go to the “SERMONS” tab at the top of the page 3. Find the sermon you want & enjoy! The newest sermons are videos and the rest are audio.
How to give online! 1. Go to www.ORCGG.org 2. Go to the “ELECTRONIC GIVING” tab at the top 3. Click “CLICK HERE TO GIVE ONLINE” 4. This will take you to a secure website where you can create a login and decide to give one time or reoccurring payments. We do not retain login information.
If you have trouble, email [email protected] or call 714-539-9541
Would you like a hymnal?
Come by and pick one up. We have lots. We use the new
cranberry hymnal so these haven’t been used for several years. They are in the library
by the office.
An updated church directory is available. Mail has been the highlight of
many of our days since the Safe at Home order. Get an updated directory so you can mail a note to your church friends. There are paper copies and digital copies.
Let the office know you would like one.
June Birthdays
June Anniversaries
OUR REDEEMER STAFF
Senior Pastor
Brian S. Taylor [email protected]
Office Manager Rebecca G. Terrones
Director of Music Ann Badertscher
Organist John Glessner
Children’s Choir Sharon Edmondson
sharonedmo @sbcglobal.net
Bookkeeper Kim Radford
Youth Director Patty Erickson
Preschool Director Cindy Myers
Preschool@ourredeemer gardengrove.org
Facilities Manager Jim Huffman
Reflections is a publication of Our Redeemer Church.
Deadline for submissions is noon on the 15th of each
month.
Sunday Reflections
(announcements) deadline is 9 am
Wednesday morning for the
following Sunday’s bulletin.
Please email your submissions to
Rebecca G. Terrones at
Articles may be edit-ed for content and
space.
6/1 Carol Healy 6/1 Terrence Young 6/2 Gail Gansereit 6/3 Rick Fitzharris 6/3 Jody Taylor 6/4 Tylee Humphrey 6/4 Sharon Edmondson 6/5 Wendy Taylor 6/5 Machelle Venard 6/6 Annette Agosta 6/8 Jan Kentopian 6/10 Caden Guardino 6/10 Barb Norcross 6/11 Julie Ray 6/13 Val Fleming 6/14 Ron Stearns 6/14 Lauren Horton
6/15 June Jessen 6/15 Bob Wallace 6/16 Ann Frank 6/17 Muriel Jorgensen 6/19 Daniel Huffman 6/19 Patricia Trevor 6/23 Ken Howery 6/23 Alijah Bacon 6/24 Cindy Serapin 6/26 Donna Lee 6/26 Torrey Venard 6/28 Ray Valenzuela 6/29 Wendy Fitzharris 6/29 Donald Frank 6/30 Alex Garcia 6/30 Ezekiel Mendoza 6/30 Carol Nemitz
6/5/94 Bob & Betty Buelow 6/5/65 Gary & Connie Mathany Happy 55th Anniversary 6/7/58 Bill & Dorothy Aanestad 6/17/66 Darrell & Carol Tuntland
6/21/75 Pastor Brian & Wendy Taylor-Happy 45th Anniversary 6/24/89 Fred & Tammy Wilson 6/25/60 Ken & Barbara Howery Happy 60th Anniversary 6/26/71 Jerry & Carol Healy
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MURIEL JORGENSEN TURNS 100: On Wednesday, June 17th, Muriel
Jorgensen will be turning 100!
We had planned on a reception here at the church, but due to COVID-19, this has unfortunately been cancelled. If you would be willing to participate in a Drive-by Birthday Celebration for Muriel at noon on Wednesday, June 17th, please contact the church office at (714) 539-9541.
Let’s celebrate Muriel with a card shower!
Muriel Jorgenson
C/O Rowntree Gardens 12151 Dale St. Unit D. 306
Stanton, CA 90680
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Currently, some of our women’s circles are meeting on Zoom and some are not meeting but still keeping in touch. Check up on your circle sisters!
The Service project for the board is candy bars with a sweet note
around them to be put in the bags in the Lord’s Pantry. Each guest that picks up a bag will have a sweet treat.
The board is meeting monthly via zoom
and will be postponing the June elections until we can meet in person.
WELCA Updates:
SHIP NEEDS PERSONAL ADVISORS: The Self-Help Interfaith Program provides transitional housing, meals and job search coaching for homeless, employable adults. There are usually 6-8 adults in the program at any one time and faith communities are also the major source of Personal Advisors (PA’s) who are the heart and soul of the program. PA’s commit to a 4 month period time when they will mentor two or three guests to guide them through job appli-cations and interviews, finding and attaining resources available, saving mon-ey during their stay at SHIP and securing affordable housing when they grad-uate. Please contact Pat Goodman at 949-575-9769 if you would like to learn more!
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me…”
- Matthew 25:35
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Dry Ingredients • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1/3 cup sugar • 1 teaspoons baking powder • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients: • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, frozen • 1/2 cup dried fruit • 1/2 cup sour cream • 1 large egg
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. • In a medium bowl, mix flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda
and salt. Grate butter into flour mixture on the large holes of a box grater; use your fingers to work in butter (mixture should resemble coarse meal). Or if you have a food processor-which is way easier-add all dry ingredients then add butter and pulse (it only takes one or two pulses)-so much easier and faster. In a small bowl, whisk sour cream and egg until smooth then stir in Dried Fruit.
• Stir sour cream mixture into flour mixture until large dough clumps form. Use your hands to press the dough against the bowl into a ball. (The dough will be sticky in places, and there may not seem to be enough liquid at first, but as you press, the dough will come together.)
• Place on a lightly floured surface and divide into two. Pat into a 7- to 8-inch circle about 3/4-inch thick. Sprinkle with 1 tsp. of sugar. (the original recipe calls for one ball but they seemed to big and thick-we wanted everyone to be able to try 2 or 3 kinds so we made them smaller.
• Use a sharp knife (or a pizza cutter works great) to cut into 8 triangles; place on a cookie sheet (preferably lined with parchment paper), about 1 inch apart.
• Bake until golden, about 15 to 17 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes and serve warm or at room temperature. (Recipe adapted from All Recipes)
Orange-Cranberry: Grate orange rind into dry ingredients, add cranberries to wet ingredient. Lemon-Blueberry: Grate Lemon Rind into dry ingredients, add fresh or dried blueberries to wet ingredients. White Chocolate Cherry: Add White Chocolate Chips to into dry ingredients, add dried Cherries to wet ingredients. Cherry-Almond: Add 1/2 tsp. almond extract and dried Cherries to wet ingredients. Mini Chocolate Chip: Add 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract to wet ingredients and mini chocolate chips to dry ingredients. White Chocolate Apricot: Add dried Apricots to wet ingredients and white chocolate chips to dry ingredients. Raisin: Add to wet ingredients Strawberry: Add fresh/freeze dried strawberries to wet ingredients We added the dried fruit into the wet ingredients and let it set about 5 minutes to make them a little softer.
“Redeemer Reflections” is published monthly by Our Redeemer Church 12301 Magnolia Street Garden Grove, California 92841
Our Redeemer Church 12301 Magnolia Street
Garden Grove, CA 92841
Office: (714) 539-9541 Fax: (714) 539-7672 Web: www.orcgg.org
Email: [email protected] Preschool: (714) 539-6643
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours:
Mon-Thurs 9:00 AM—12:00 PM Closed on Friday
The Lord’s Pantry is open every Saturday
from 9:00 am to Noon
Worship Schedule: Currently online by email or
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