Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ —
The Preacher in Ecclesiastes 3:1 states, “For everything, there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven.” As we head into the final months of summer, Our Redeemer is heading into yet another busy season with several amazing events lined up. Vacation Bible School (VBS) is just around the corner. Fun Faith Fest is on the horizon and we have a new event, the Semisauraus, coming to Our Redeemer. All of this and more will be in the coming month of August. August also comes with the changing of Vicars here at Our Redeemer. As the psalmist writes,
“The Lord says, ‘I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.'” — Psalms 32:8
As I reflect on my year here at Our Redeemer I admit, I could not have asked for a better experience. My wife Carrie and I felt like a part of the Our Redeemer family almost as soon as we arrived. Through this year I have gotten to know the people here at Our Redeemer. I have gotten to grow and learn so much from you all and it has been an incredible blessing. Carrie and I are sad to leave but, through all the support and everything we’ve learned here at Our Redeemer, we are excited for the next step as well. There is a season for everything and God works through His people. Our Redeemer will always be in our hearts and prayers and we are incredibly grateful for the time we have spent here.
We look forward to what God has in store for Our Redeemer and for us as we go forth from this place of worship where we are about, “Equipping disciples to make disciples for Jesus”.
Blessings in Christ,
Vicar Garrett