Episcopal Church of the Redeemer

Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

Category: Parish Life

News stories about parish life at Church of the Redeemer.

  • Relèven Update: April 16, 2026

    Relèven Update: April 16, 2026

    Last month (March), our Relèven committee met our broker, James Tjoa, and we were impressed with his curiosity and knowledge. Following the meeting, James walked the church property with the Rev. Theresa Newell.

    This week, James sent out our request for Expressions of Interest to various developers. As developers respond to our requests, our committee will have the chance to review the proposals and through continued prayerful discernment, select a developer to be our partner in this project.

    Facebook post requesting Expression of Interest
    Kenmore Development Opportunity on Crexi

    If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback to share regarding the Relèven project, please don’t hesitate to reach out to one of the Relèven committee members listed below.

    As always, we hope that you will keep our parish in your prayers.

    Relèven Committee Members

    • The Rev. Theresa Newell
    • Susan Switzer
    • Jordan Markezich
    • Richard McAlister
    • Mike Howatt
    • Anne Walton
    • Earl Beede
    • Bill McGlinn

    James Tjoa & Associates

    James Tjoa & Associates is Seattle’s commercial real estate urban-infill-expert. From brokerage to investment advisory to developing homes and apartments, we provide services that go far beyond traditional brokerages and have been doing so since 1991.  From individual investors, to non-profits, to publicly traded companies, we have the experience and expertise to guide you through real estate transactions—both simple and complex.

    Relèven

    Relèven is a charitable organisation with a vision of preserving, restoring, and repurposing under-utilized faith properties into community hubs and affordable housing. Since their founding in 2018, they have become a leader in church transformation across North America. Their impact is measured in discounted rent affordability for families and charities.

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    Church of the Redeemer

    Welcome to Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. We are a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Music Director position open

    Music Director position open

    Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 6220 NE 181st Street, Kenmore, Washington, seeks a Music Director to serve as an Organist, Pianist, and Choir Director.  Knowledge of Episcopal liturgy, the Book of Common Prayer and the Hymnal 1982 is preferred, as is a Bachelor’s degree in music with keyboard ability on both piano and organ as well as choral directing.  A team player with positive interpersonal skills is essential. 

    This is a part-time position with salary range $25-$35 per hour DOE.  There is a small choir with a mid-week rehearsal and one Sunday worship service with organ, piano and choir at 10:30 am.  Additional services during the liturgical seasons. 

    The organ is a 2 manual Balcom & Vaughn, Opus 739, reworked and enlarged to 21 ranks by Richard Bond in 1998. Bond provided new casework, enclosed the pipes and later added a new console. 

    New organ console at Church of the Redeemer
    Current organ console at Church of the Redeemer

    Send questions or a resume with cover letter to the Priest in Charge, the Rev. Theresa Newell,  tnewell@redeemer-kenmore.org.

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    Church of the Redeemer

    Welcome to Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. We are a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Vestry update: March 5, 2026

    Vestry update: March 5, 2026

    Since our annual meeting in January 2026, there have been a few projects that members of our congregation have been involved in at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer.

    New kitchen sink at Redeemer during installation.
    New kitchen sink at Redeemer during installation.

    Kitchen sink

    The sink in our kitchen has been replaced with a proper commercial sink. This sink will be easier to keep clean over time and should last us a very long time. We wish to thank those who worked on this project especially Bill McGlinn, Doug Reed, and Mike Howatt. They dedicated multiple days to planning and carrying out this work.

    AED

    We want to thank Sharon Villa. She secured us a grant through the Daniel Phelps Foundation to help us get an AED. The AED has arrived and will be installed in the parish hall where our congregants and renters can access it. We will provide another update once this is installed.

    What is an AED?

    Kenmore Elementary School
    Kenmore Elementary School

    Outreach

    In outreach, we along with Northlake Lutheran Church, successfully provided food for 8 families during the mid-winter break. Their children usually get free or reduced-priced lunches from Kenmore Elementary School. This happened . We hope that we can continue to find new opportunities to serve the Kenmore community through these partnerships with Northlake Lutheran and Kenmore Elementary.

    Hub Team

    The Rev. Theresa Newell has assembled a Hub Team. They have been assigned the goal to clarify our rental agreements and work with rental partners.

    Relèven will also be supporting us in this effort. We have more to share related to our next phase of work with Relèven in another update.

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    Church of the Redeemer

    Welcome to Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. We are a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Relèven Update: March 5, 2026

    Relèven Update: March 5, 2026

    In December, the Vestry of Episcopal Church of the Redeemer signed a contract with Relèven to begin phase two. Our goal in this phase is to work with a developer to build housing on our land as part of a joint venture agreement that will help us serve our community and promote the long-term financial sustainability of Redeemer.

    Relèven committee

    We have formed a small committee that we are calling the Relèven committee to represent our congregation through the early stages of planning and development. The members are listed below:

    • The Rev. Theresa Newell
    • Susan Switzer
    • Jordan Markezich
    • Richard McAlister
    • Anne Walton
    • Earl Beede
    • Mike Howatt
    • Bill McGlinn

    Broker

    This week, Dave from Relèven shared with us the exciting news that we have secured a broker for the project. We will be working with James Tjoa & Associates based in Seattle. They will collaborate closely with the above committee and Relèven to outline the scope of the development project.

    From there, we will interview interested developers to find a fitting partner and obtain legal counsel to make sure our interests are protected.

    Prayers

    We will keep you in the loop as we move along. If you have any questions, ideas, or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to a member of the committee.

    As always, we hope that you will keep our clergy, Vestry, and congregation in your prayers.

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    Church of the Redeemer

    Welcome to Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. We are a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Lent 2026 at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer

    Lent 2026 at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer

    Lent is a season to turn around and examine our lives. Here are some ways to do this from the Episcopal Church and Church of the Redeemer.

    Online resources for Lent

    Lenten schedule at Redeemer

    DateEvent
    Wednesday, February 18, 2026Ash Wednesday

    12:00 noon, service (simple) at the church in the Chapel with optional marking with ashes.

    Anytime from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Ashes to Go and Sacred Listening at The Hangar at Kenmore Town Square, 6728 NE 181st Street, Kenmore, WA.

    7:00 pm, service (with music) at the church in the nave with optional marking with ashes.
    Sunday, February 22, 20261st Sunday in Lent

    Services at 8:00 am (simple) and 10:30 am (music) at the church in the nave.

    Children Education at 9:15 am just off of the parish hall in the Children’s Room.

    Adult Education at 9:15 am in the first alcove off of the parish hall. We will be reading and discussing Stephanie Spellers’ latest book, Church Tomorrow? Today: Introduction.
    Tuesday, February 24, 2026Repeat of the previous Sunday’s Adult Education class from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
    Sunday, March 1, 20262nd Sunday in Lent

    Services at 8:00 am (simple) and 10:30 am (music) at the church in the nave.

    Children Education at 9:16 am just off of the parish hall in the Children’s Room.

    Adult Education at 9:15 am in the first alcove off of the parish hall. We will be reading and discussing Stephanie Spellers’ latest book, Church Tomorrow? Today: Chapters 1-2.
    Tuesday, March 3, 2026Repeat of the previous Sunday’s Adult Education class from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
    Sunday, March 8, 20263rd Sunday in Lent

    Services at 8:00 am (simple) and 10:30 am (music) at the church in the nave.

    Children Education at 9:16 am just off of the parish hall in the Children’s Room.

    Adult Education at 9:15 am in the first alcove off of the parish hall. We will be reading and discussing Stephanie Spellers’ latest book, Church Tomorrow? Today: Chapters 3-5.
    Tuesday, March 10, 2026Repeat of the previous Sunday’s Adult Education class from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
    Sunday, March 15, 20264th Sunday in Lent

    Services at 8:00 am (simple) and 10:30 am (music) at the church in the nave.

    Children Education at 9:16 am just off of the parish hall in the Children’s Room.

    Adult Education at 9:15 am in the first alcove off of the parish hall. We will be reading and discussing Stephanie Spellers’ latest book, Church Tomorrow? Today: Chapters 6-7.
    Tuesday, March 17, 2026Repeat of the previous Sunday’s Adult Education class from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
    Thursday, March 18, 2026Stations and Soup

    Begin the Stations of the Cross at the church in the nave at 6:00 pm. Afterwords, a simple soup supper and community gathering in the parish hall. 
    Sunday, March 22, 20265th Sunday in Lent

    Services at 8:00 am (simple) and 10:30 am (music) at the church in the nave.

    Children Education at 9:16 am just off of the parish hall in the Children’s Room.

    Adult Education at 9:15 am in the first alcove off of the parish hall. We will be reading and discussing Stephanie Spellers’ latest book, Church Tomorrow? Today: Chapters 8-9. (After today, the book discussion will continue after Easter Day.)
    Tuesday, March 24, 2026Repeat of the previous Sunday’s Adult Education class from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

    Holy Week schedule at Redeemer

    Download 2026 Holy Week Poster
    DateEvent
    Sunday, March 29, 2026The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday

    Services at 8:00 am (simpler) and 10:30 am (with music and palm procession) at the church.
    Wednesday, April 1, 2026Spy Wednesday

    Eucharist (simple) at 12:00 noon at the church.
    Thursday, April 2, 2026Maundy Thursday

    Eucharist (simple) 12:00 noon at the church.

    Eucharist (music) with the mandatum (washing of feet) and stripping of the altar at 7:00 pm

    Following the 7:00 pm service, there will be a Gethsemane Vigil until 9:30 pm. Can you watch with Jesus for one hour?

    Download a booklet of prayers you can use during the Vigil (PDF).
    Friday, April 3, 2026Good Friday

    Services at 12:00 noon and 7:00 pm at the church.
    Saturday, April 4, 2026Holy Saturday

    Service at 9:30 am at the church.

    The Great Vigil of Easter

    Service at 8:00 pm. It lasts for 2-2.5 hours. We welcome children, as we do to all of our services, and know they may fall asleep. The Great Vigil recounts salvation history and is the most important church service of the entire year. You have “gone to church for Easter” if you come to this service.
    The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

    Church of the Redeemer

    Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world around us. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Church of the Redeemer Budget for 2026

    Church of the Redeemer Budget for 2026

    This is the 2026 budget for Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore, Washington, as approved by the Vestry.

    Income

    Account NameBudgetTotals
    Pledge Payments228,600.00$236,600.00
    Plate Contributions – Operating Fund8,000.00
    Total Pledge and Plate
    Rentals36,000.00$36,000.00
    Total Rent
    Gifts – not designated500.00$500.00
    Total Other Income for Operations
    Contributions – Outreach4,000.00$4,000.00
    Total Contributed to Outreach
    Transfer from Endowment20,000.00$20,000.00
    Total transfer from Endowment
    Contributions- Memorial Garden250.00$250.00
    Total for Memorial Garden
    Total Income$297,350.00
    Anticipated income for the 2026 calendar year

    Expenses

    Account NameBudgetTotals
    Diocesan Assessment43,116.00$43,116.00
    Total Assessments
    Rector’s Disc Fund from Ops2,652.00$2,652.00
    Rector’s Disc Fund
    Priest Base Salary & Housing, Medical Insurance, Pension, Travel Allowance, Conference/Retreat Travel, Priest Travel, Supply Clergy, Music Director, Admin. Salaries189,954.00$189,954.00
    Total salary expenses
    Salary Taxes/Workers Comp3,300.00$3,300.00
    Salary Taxes & Workers Comp
    Sacristans500.00$1,875.00
    Liturgical Arts500.00
    Other Liturgical Expenses750.00
    Flowers125.00
    Total Liturgical Expense
    Music200.00$1,150.00
    Musicians Hired for Events200.00
    Instrument Tuning750.00
    Total Music/Choir
    Adult CE / Catechesis200.00$400.00
    Children’s Christian Ed200.00
    Total Christian Ed
    Fellowship2,400.00$3,100.00
    Newcomers700.00
    Total Community Fellowship
    Mobile Phone Reimbursement420.00$10,320.00
    Office Supplies2,100.00
    Admin Expense200.00
    Computer-related Expense1,000.00
    MFP Lease and Usage5,300.00
    Communications1,000.00
    Diocesan Convention300.00
    Total Office/Admin Expense
    Telephone6,800.00$31,750.00
    Gas10,450.00
    Electricity6,000.00
    Water/Sewer4,500.00
    Garbage Collection4,000.00
    Total Utilities
    Custodian Service10,500.00$10,500.00
    Total Custodial
    Custodial Supplies1,000.00$29,300.00
    Property Repair/Maintenance14,000.00
    Landscape Services/Maintenance5,000.00
    Pest Control900.00
    Unanticipated Repairs1,000.00
    Contribution to Maint Reserve0.00
    Surface Water Tax12507,400.00
    Total Property from Operating
    Church Insurance14,260.00$14,260.00
    Church Insurance 
    Outreach Disbursement5,000.00$5,000.00
    Total Outreach Disbursements
    Tithely Fees475.00$475.00
    Donation and offering collection expenses
    Total Expense$347,152.00
    Anticipated expenses for the 2026 calendar year

    Amount needed to balance budget

    DescriptionAmount
    Expenses$347,152.00
    Income$297,350.00
    Difference$49,802.00
    Amount needed to balance the 2026 budget
    The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

    Church of the Redeemer

    Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world around us. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • The passing of Canon John Fergueson

    The passing of Canon John Fergueson

    The Rev. Canon John Fergueson, beloved rector of Redeemer for 30 years, died peacefully on Saturday, January 24, 2026. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Three priests gave Fr. John last rites, the Rev. Theresa Newell of Redeemer, Fr. John Forman from St. Elizabeth’s in Burien, and Fr. Michael Ryan from St. John’s in Kirkland.

    The funeral will be on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 10:00 am here at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer. The celebrant is the Rt. Rev. Philip LaBelle.

    Almighty God, we remember before you today your faithful servant, John; and we pray that,  having opened to him the gates of larger life, you will receive him more and more into your joyful service, that, with all who have faithfully served you in the past, he may share in the eternal victory of Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

    Grandpa with granddaughter
    Leading the liturgy on Palm Sunday
    The Rev. Canon John Fergueson
    The Rev. Canon John Fergueson
    Canon John Fergueson at the 2013 All Souls' observance
    Canon John Fergueson at the 2013 All Souls’ observance (Picture, Kate Donaldson)
    The Rev. Canon John Fergueson
    At a lunch at Holy Apostles in Shoreline
    Foot washing at Qwest Field
    Fr. John wearing a biretta

    Fr. John Fergueson

    The Rev. Canon John Fergueson was born in Jackson, Michigan, in 1944. He graduated from Albion College in 1966 with a Bachelor’s degree in biology. Later that year he entered the United States Marine Corps.

    From 1967 to 1968, Fr. John served with the 15th Marine Counterintelligence Team in northern Quang Tri province in Vietnam. While in Vietnam, he received his call to become a priest.

    Upon returning home, Fr. John entered Seabury-Western Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. He graduated in 1972 with a Master’s of Divinity degree in theology.

    After ordination as a priest, Fr. John served at a mission church in the Ada-Cascade region of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Later, Fr. John was Dean of the Cathedral Church of Christ the King. Following four years at Emmanuel Parish in Hastings, Michigan, Fr. John came to Church of the Redeemer in 1983. He retired June 1, 2014.

    For the last 15 years of his ministry at Church of the Redeemer, Fr. John’s non-parochial energies had been devoted to the subject of spirituality and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He had participated in national psychiatric workshops on the topic. Fr. John works with veterans and others who are experiencing trauma issues on an ongoing basis. With Landy F. Sparr, he wrote the chapter “Moral and Spiritual Issues Following Traumatization” for the book Psychiatry and Religion: The Convergence of Mind and Spirit.

    Fr. John and his wife Ginny lived in Bothell, Washington. They have two adult children, Susan and Dan.

    Fr. John had a passion for adult education. He enjoyed jogging and lifting weights, and reads theology, history, and murder mysteries. His 30-year relationship with his spiritual father, a Trappist monk at Our Lady of the Assumption Abbey in Ava, Missouri, was a continual source of inspiration and strength to him.

    The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

    Church of the Redeemer

    Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world around us. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Annual Meeting of the Parish on January 25, 2026

    Annual Meeting of the Parish on January 25, 2026

    The Annual Meeting of the parish for Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Kenmore, Washington, is January 25, 2026, at approximately 10:30-10:45, following worship.

    There will be one worship service at 9:30 am. Parking may not be quite as tight as for the Bishop’s visit, but carpooling may still be wise.

    After worship we will move to the parish hall for the Annual Meeting.

    After the Annual Meeting there will be chili and pie. You may sign up to help and bring food on the sign-up sheet on the coffee table in the nave.

    There will be no adult or children’s education that day. Christian education resumes the next Sunday.

    The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

    Church of the Redeemer

    Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world around us. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

  • Bishop LaBelle to visit Redeemer

    Bishop LaBelle to visit Redeemer

    The Rt. Rev. Philip LaBelle will visit Episcopal Church of the Redeemer on Sunday, January 18, 2026. There will only have one service at 9:30 am this morning. Bishop LaBelle will confirm, reaffirm, and receive people that morning. Please carpool, as parking will be tight.

    After the worship service there will be a brunch. There is a sign-up sheet posted near the coffee table in the nave. Please volunteer for set up, food assembly and preparation, and clean up.

    Following brunch will be Q & A with Bishop LaBelle. You may submit questions by emailing the Rev. Theresa Newell at tnewell@redeemer-kenmore.org. Also, you may submit questions in writing that morning, but it would be nice to give the Bishop lead time where possible.

    There will be no adult or children’s education on January 18.

    Bishop Philip LaBelle

    Bishop Philip LaBelle

    The Rt. Rev. Philip N. LaBelle is the Ninth Bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia. The Diocese elected Bishop LaBelle on May 18, 2024. His Consecration and Ordination as bishop was on September 14, 2024.

    Bishop LaBelle previously served as rector of St. Mark’s Church in Southborough, Massachusetts. During his time in the Diocese of Massachusetts, Bishop LaBelle did the following:

    • Co-led the Mission Strategy Committee.
    • Served on Executive Committee and Diocesan Council
    • Directed the Fresh Start program.

    He co-founded Southborough Neighbors for Peace with Dr. Safdar Medina in their small town. The organization did the following:

    • Hosted peace vigils.
    • Began a community-wide Iftar dinner during Ramadan.
    • Established an interfaith Thanksgiving service.
    • Sponsored other bridge-building events.

    Additionally, Bishop LaBelle served on the core team of Central Mass. Connections in Faith, an organization centered on fostering relationships and learning about other religious faiths through quarterly gatherings.

    Confirmation

    Confirmation is the sacramental rite in which the candidates “express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop” (Book of Common Prayer, p. 860). The expectation is that those baptized at an early age or as adults without laying on of hands by a bishop to make a mature public affirmation of their faith, recommit themselves to the responsibilities of their baptism, and receive laying on of hands by a bishop (BCP, p. 412). The Episcopal Church considers adults baptized with the laying on of hands by a bishop as confirmed.

    The Prayer Book rite for Confirmation includes forms for Reception and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows. Reception is when a bishop receives a person into the fellowship of the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion. Those who have returned from a time of religious inactivity to an active practice of faith may publicly reaffirm their baptismal vows. Others who have experienced a renewal of faith or desire to renew their Christian commitment may also reaffirm their baptismal vows. The baptismal covenant is the root of Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation.

    Baptismal Covenant

    Celebrant:Do you believe in God the Father?
    People:I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
    Celebrant:Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
    People:I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried.He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
    Celebrant:Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
    People:I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.
    Celebrant:Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?
    People:I will, with God’s help.
    Celebrant:Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?
    People:I will, with God’s help.
    Celebrant:Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
    People:I will, with God’s help.
    Celebrant:Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?
    People:I will, with God’s help.
    Celebrant:Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
    People:I will, with God’s help.
    The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, reaching out to the world.

    Church of the Redeemer

    Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world around us. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

     

  • Donate to record flooding relief

    Donate to record flooding relief

    The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia is taking financial donations that can immediately help communities impacted by flooding. All funds raised will go directly back out.

    Donate by credit card

    To donate by credit card, please go to https://bit.ly/DiocesanGiving to use the Give page on the Diocesan website.

    1. Scroll down to Donation Amount to set how much you want to give.
    2. For My Gift Preference, select One-Time Gift, unless you want to make this a monthly gift.
    3. For Giving Options, open this list and select Other Donations.
    4. You may leave Gift Type blank, unless you wish to give this in honor of someone or in someone’s memory.
    5. Complete the Donor Information (your name, address, email address).
    6. Important. For Designation Specification, type this: Flood Relief
    7. Complete the Payment Information (credit card) and select Submit.

    Doing this will ensure your donation goes to flood relief.

    Donate by check

    You can also donate by check. Please make check payable to “Diocese of Olympia” and send it to:

    Attn: Flood Relief
    Diocese of Olympia
    1551 10th Ave E
    Seattle, WA 98102

    The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia

    Map of the Diocese of Olympia

    The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia traces its history to the establishment of the Missionary Jurisdiction of the Oregon and Washington Territories in 1853. Admitted by General Convention in 1910, the Diocese of Olympia is made up of more than 26,000 Episcopalians in more than 100 worshiping communities through Western Washington. Our geographic area stretches south from Canada to Oregon and west from the foothills of the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean.

    Through worship we:

    • Affirm our faith
    • Pray together
    • Reconcile together
    • Share peace and thanksgiving together
    • Gain strength and renewal through Eucharist
    • Prepare ourselves to minister to the world.

    We share hope in God’s incredibly extensive grace to forgive all repentant people.

    Church of the Redeemer logo

    Church of the Redeemer

    Welcome to Church of the Redeemer: Worshiping God, living in community, and reaching out to the world. We are an Episcopal Church serving north King County and south Snohomish County, Washington. As you travel your road, go with friends walking the way of Jesus at Redeemer.

    Church of the Redeemer is at 6220 Northeast 181st Street in Kenmore, Washington. We are a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail. The entrance looks like a gravel driveway. The campus is larger on the inside than it is on the outside. And we managed to hide a large building on the side of a hill that is not easily seen from the street.

    The Episcopal Church welcomes you.

The 13th Sunday after Pentecost, August 23, 2026. Services at 8:00 am (no music) and 10:30 (music).

Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
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