A community called to be the hands and the feet of Jesus and proclaim the message of Jesus in Bristol, Bucks County, Philadelphia and the world.
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2010 Missions Trip Schedule
This is a Tentative Schedule
As of 7/2/10, subject to changeMonday, July 19
1:00 pm – Meet at Gary’s House – Opening Prayer
2:00 – 3:00 pm – Prayer walk in Bristol
4:00 – 6:30 pm – Serving Dinner at Red Cross Homeless Shelter
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Ice Cream in Bristol
8:00 – 9:00 – DebriefTuesday, July 20
8:00 am – Meet at Gary’s House – Breakfast
9:30 – 11:30 am – Service at Bristol Senior Center
12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch at Gary’s House
1:15 – 3:30 pm – Work on a Bristol House
4:00 – 8:30 pm – BBQ for the Homeless
- 4:00-5:00 – Hang out. Set up the grille.
- 5:00-6:00 pm – Eat dinner.
- 6:30 pm -7:30 pm – Worship and Devotion.Wednesday, July 21
8:00 am – Meet at Gary’s House – Breakfast
9:00 – 2:30 pm – Building project for Interfaith Housing
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Free Time
5:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Chapel ‘n’ Chow at Bensalem Race TrackThursday, July 22
8:00 am – Meet at Gary’s House – Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 – Devotional Time
10:00 – 12:00 pm – Bristol Borough Cleanup
12:30 – 1:30 – Lunch
1:30 – 3:30 – Help sort Interfaith’s Warehouse or YWCA Camp
5:00 – 9:00 – Viewing of First Suburbs Video & Discussion
5:30 – Food from Carnival PizzaFriday, July 23
8:00 am – Meet at Gary’s House – Breakfast
9:30 – 12:30 – Libertae – Taking single moms to the park.
1:00 – 2:00 pm – Lunch
2:00 – 2:30 – Prayer Time
2:30 – 3:30 – Community needs surveys on Mill Street
4:00 – 8:00 – BBQ w/ businesses of Mill StreetSaturday, July 24
8:30 – Breakfast at Radcliffe Cafe
9:30 – 10:30 – Prayer walk in Bristol
11:00 – 12:00 – Debrief and pray
12:00 – 7:00 – BBQ and Outreach at Gary’s House
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Don’t Forget – service time moved to 5:05 PM
This Sunday, May 2, Redemption Church will be moving to a new time slot from 6:36 PM to 5:05 PM. Same place. Different time.
Please be sure to take note of this for the future.
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“Intro to Christianity” This Sunday (4/11)
This Sunday, April 11, we will meet at Gary’s house at 3 PM for a survey of Christianity in the form of a class called “Intro to Christianity.” The class is not academic in nature, but it is offered to provide a starting place for any interested.
This class is available to everyone. It is also being used as the first of two-part “baptism class” and is required for those seeking baptism on Sunday, May 2. The next required baptism class is on April 25.
Our worship service will follow at 6:30 PM, as normal.
Please “Contact Us” for more information.
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Pastor Gary quoted in the Bucks County Courier Times
Pastor Gary Alloway was quoted in the Bucks County Courier Times, speaking about the crisis facing older suburbs like Bristol, PA.
Gary Alloway has become a big fan of Bristol in the 10 months since he moved to the riverside borough.
“I like that it is a community. I want to see it thrive,” said Alloway, pastor of the Redemption Church of Bristol.
But he’s concerned the town of approximately 10,000 residents could be headed on a downward slope.
“I’m afraid all the energy is being powered into inner cities and outer suburbs and we’re letting (the older) first ring suburbs die,” Alloway said.
Read the whole article here.
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Holy Week
Holy Week
This week remember the last week of Jesus’ life. We rejoice over what Jesus did for us. And we renew our calling to live like Jesus. There are plenty of opportunities to take part. Come to what you can. But also take time to reflect and be still with the God who died for you.
- Maundy Thursday – We remember the Last Supper and Jesus’ last command – Love one another as I have loved you. There is a 7:30 pm service hosted by Harriman UMC, 1700 Wilson Ave, Bristol.
- Good Friday – We remember the crucifixion. 7 pm. At The Well. Set up starts at 5 pm if you can help.
- Holy Saturday – We remember Jesus’ time in the grave. Traditionally a day of fasting. If you would like to fast and like company in that, come to Gary’s house at 2 pm. There will be Easter Egg dying. There is also a 7:30 pm hosted by Zion Lutheran, 301 Jefferson Ave, Bristol.
- Easter - He is risen! 6:30 am Sunrise Service. At the Lagoon Park in Bristol (Jefferson & Prospect). Redemption is help lead a community worship service. After this, we will join The Well for breakfast (9:30 am) and worship (10:30 am). He is risen indeed! Then take the rest of the day to feast and celebrate. If you need a place to feast, come to Gary’s house at 5 pm (Click “Contact Us” for more info).
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Evangelism Class – Sunday at 3:30 PM
How do we talk about Jesus and not be awkward? Can we just live a good Christian life? Does evangelism mean I need to knock on doors? What is relational evangelism? Servant evangelism? Power evangelism? What if I go to school with all Christians? Does this still matter? What if I haven’t been to Bible college or seminary? Can I still be an effective witness?
On Sunday, at 3:30 pm, we will meet at Gary’s house to talk about this. Contact Us for more info.
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Meeting Place Changed for Sunday
This Sunday, February 21, Redemption Church will be meeting in the Sanctuary of St. James since the Parish House is being used by another group.
Also, since we don’t have our own space to use on Wednesdays, we will be having our Ash Wednesday (2/17) service on Sunday (2/21). In a sense it’s “Ash Sunday.” To read more about Ash Wednesday, please visit here. This is a time of reflection and confession as we participate in the Lenten season of the Church.
See you Sunday at 6:30 PM!
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Souper Bowl Sunday!
Souper Bowl
10:00 am – 1:00 pm, This Sunday (February 7th) at St. James Parish House
We’ll be collecting food in the neighborhood for those in need. Bring comfortable shoes, warm clothes, and a servant’s heart. Lunch to follow.
This is a chance to serve our community and to remind ourselves that we don’t just worship God with our songs and sermons, but with our hands and feet as well.
No evening service.
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Vote on Gary Alloway’s Ordination This Sunday
Pastor Gary Alloway
This Sunday, Redemption Church will be voting on the ordination of Gary Alloway. We will be voting if we believe God has called Gary to Redemption. Gary has been with us since the inception of our church plant in June and has tirelessly worked for the plant’s life in Bristol, PA. We would love for you to join us!
Below is a vague breakdown of the service:
05.00 PM : Potluck
06:30 PM : Gary’s Ordination Service — Guest preacher: Abby, friend of Gary’s from Princeton Theological Seminary
08:00 PM (or following service) : Desserts
*If you’d like to bring food, please Contact Us.
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Home Groups Begin This Week
Our home groups begin this week! At Redemption, we believe that people grow spiritually as they grow alongside others. Below are the two nights when our home groups are meeting.
Wednesdays in Bristol at 7:00 pm, Gary’s Place
Thursdays in Penndel 6:30 pm, Evan & Amanda’s
Please Contact Us for more info.