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Our Redeemer LCMS
704 Smith Ave. Elwood, NE 68937 Phone: (308) 785-2875

Welcome to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church!
Thank you for visiting our website while it is still under construction! Please be patient with us as we develop our webpage for our members and visitors!

Services are held on Saturdays 7:30-8:30 PM and on Sundays 9:45-10:45 AM followed by fellowship time. Holy Communion is held every other weekend.

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12/3  6:30p   Midweek Christian Education
12/6  7:30p   Worship Service
12/7  9:45a   Worship Service

Greetings from Pastor Jeff Ernstmeyer
Our Redeemer is an active and growing congregation. The church started as a mission congregation in 1948 with 47 people attending its first Sunday worship. Today, an average of 205 attend each weekend with 545 baptized members.

The growth and stability of Our Redeemer comes from its foundation-the Word of God. It is through Word & Sacrament ministry that the Holy Spirit guides this congregation from meager beginnings to the thriving congregation of today.

We pray that your time with us will enrich your life in Christ and with the family of believers.

Contact:
Pastor Jeff Ernstmeyer
O: (308) 785-2875
H: (308) 785-8143
C: (308) 325-6666

Adult & Youth Events

Our Redeemer Lutheran had another great Lenten supper on Wednesday, March 21st. From 5:00-7:00 PM different groups within the church have taken the opportunity to serve the congregation prior to Lent services at 7:30 PM . This week Our Redeemer’s Board of Directors cooked over 300 burgers and brats, chips, potato salad, beans and ice cream for the crowd. Thanks so much to Ronnie Rogers for grilling for our meal!

This website was created so that members and visitors are informed of the many activities and organizations offered for participation at Our Redeemer. We welcome your involvement and look forward to seeing you soon!

SOCIAL MINISTRIES
Those who are going through difficulties in their lives or who are physically unable to travel to church can be reached through the blessings of our social ministries.

ELWOOD CARE CENTER
Pastor offers devotions and Communion is available to the elderly in care that are unable to attend services at church.

TAPE MINISTRIES
Our Redeemer has available many ways to reach the Lord. Christian tapes of our services are available to the elderly and shut-in, and for those who are unable to attend the service.
Contact: Ginger Holl

GIFT TREE
Through Gift Tree Ministries, donations are collected anonymously during the Christmas season to provide gifts of groceries, gas and repair to those in need.
Contact: Connie Weissert

Come and see what God has done, how awesome his works in
man’s behalf.
Psalm 66:5

ADULT ACTIVITIES

BIBLE CLASSES
Meeting at the church, these classes can be a refresher for current members or the means of instruction for potential new adult members to learn what our church believes, teaches and practices. Healthy fellowship and spiritual growth is a result.

Men’s: Thursday 7:00 AM
Women’s: Wednesday 9:30 AM
Scripture Study: Sunday 11:00 AM
Christian Parenting Sunday 11:00 AM

PAIRS & SPARES
Formerly the Lutheran Layman’s League, couples are invited to join in monthly activities and brotherhood with other members of the congregation.
Contact: Glen & DeLilah Monter

LUTHERAN WOMEN'S MISSIONARY LEAGUE (LWML)
This women’s group supports the community and their fellow Christians through many activities and contributions. Arranging dinner benefits and organizing fundraisers are just to name a few. Day and evening groups meet monthly and all women are welcome to attend these bible devotions. Contact: Rose Mary Debban

CRADLE ROLL
Welcoming newborns into our congregation is an event celebrated through the Cradle Roll. A care package, visits and support from members of the congregation are given. Contact: Mona Monter

QUILTING
During the winter months, quilts are sewn together for Lutheran World Relief or other places of need.
Contact: Pansy Schwenninger

CHOIR
At present, the choir is organized as a mixed choir of men, women, and young adults who perform during Sundays and special services throughout the year. Special music is welcome. Practice is held on Wed. evenings.
Contact: DeLilah Monter

YOUNG ADULT & CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Traditionally an important part in our congregation, Christian Education provides the opportunity to meet and study God’s Word with other Christians. Classes are open to all members and visitors.
Contact Raime Varvel

MIDWEEK
Midweek School is held on Wednesdays at the church. It is another opportunity to continue our children’s religious education. Classes are held for age’s nursery through adult.
Contact: Raime Varvel

LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (LYF)
LYF, grades 9-12, provides the chance for the high school youth of our congregation to meet and grow spiritually as well as socially, at the local, zone, state and national level. Local meetings are held once a month.
Contact: Codina Schutz

JUNIOR LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (JLYF)
JYLF, grades 6-8, gives a chance for junior high youth to participate in fellowship activities in the local area. Meetings are held once a month.
Contact: Diane Remmenga

SUNDAY SCHOOL
Based on the scriptures, members and non-members of all ages are invited to join us after refreshments in the fellowship hall following service.
Held Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM
Contact: Raime Varvel

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Held for ages 3-13, this is a fun time for children of the community to attend this special one week study of God’s Word during the summer, meeting in the evenings. Included in the activities are a Bible lesson, music, recreation, snack and crafts.
Contact: Raime Varvel

PRESCHOOL
Children ages 3 through pre-kindergarten are invited to attend Jesus' Lambs preschool daily in the mornings at church. Christian stories, music time, chapel, and crafts are enjoyed.
Contact: Ronna Banzhaf

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Children of all ages are invited to take part in the celebrations and explanation of Our Lord’s birth and the Christmas story.
Contact: Sonya Dannehl

 
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Board of Directors
Board of Directors includes President Chuck Tilson, Vice President Hank Tonjes, Head Elder Mark Dannehl, Secretary Mary Nelson, Treasurer Bob Hilton, Trustee Kevin Woockman, Evangelism Director Christy Newman, Christian Education Director Raime Varvel, Stewardship Director Rose Mary Debban, Social Ministries Director LaMoyne Niemeier, Worship Director Barb Andrews and Youth Director Codina Schutz.

Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month.


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