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     401-232-7575   office@orelc.org    54 Cedar Swamp Road  |  Smithfield  |  RI  |  02917
    Worship: 9:15 AM  |  Sunday School: 10:45 AM   

Welcome to Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church! We organize our thinking and doing into four basic areas of focus: Home, Church, Groups and Others. These four areas are interconnected and work together motivated by the love of Christ.

What We Believe Get In Touch About Our Redeemer

Who are we?

Our Redeemer is a beacon of faith, hope and love in Jesus Christ.

What is our purpose?

Leading with the Gospel, Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church is a family of faith, built by God's Grace, fed by His Word, sharing the saving love of Christ.

What is our mission?

What impact will we have? Anchored in Christ, we will be a congregation known for shining His light into the world, joyfully speaking of our love for Him, and enfolding people in all stages of life into the household of faith.

What are our core values?

Steadfastness - Firm, Fixed, Steady
Compassion - To suffer along side another
Prayer - An act of worship wherein we bring our petitions before God with our hearts and lips and offer up praise and thanksgiving to Him.
Joy - A response of gladness to the work of God

Announcements and Events

WHAT IS A.B.C.?

Adult Bible Class follows Divine Worship at 10:45AM in Martin Hall and is led by Pastor Stinnett or an Elder. It is a time for the adults to become more involved in Bible study, conveniently at the same time as children’s Sunday School.

It is so important for us to be studying God’s Word, and ABC is such a wonderful opportunity to do that with our brothers and sisters in Christ. The Social Board always has a pot of coffee ready and delicious treats to snack on. Come, grab a cup of coffee, and meet with your friends, or make new ones, as you Grow in Christ too!

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” (Colossians 3:16) 

COUNCIL MEETING

Church Council will hold the next monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00PM. 

Virtual guests are welcome with a link to the Microsoft Teams meeting available upon request. Minutes available by request to the office (232-7575).

 

LWML MEETING

Do you know about Our Redeemer Church's chapter of the Lutheran Woman's Missionary League (LWML)? Maybe you've never heard of us before. An auxiliary organization of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, our mission is to assist people in their relationship with the Triune God so that they can use their gifts in ministry to people of the world.

Regular meetings are held every third Thursday of the month and there is a LWML bulletin board in the nartehx with essential information to keep you up to date.

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the LWML Women’s group will be hosting an in person meeting at 7:00 PM in Martin Hall.

All the ladies of the congregation are invited! Inquiries about this ministry can be directed to ORELC LWML President Nancy Stinnett or call the church office for more information. (232-7575).

On Thursday, December 15, the LWML Women’s group will be hosting an in-person meeting in Martin Hall beginning at 7:00 PM.

This month they’ll be having a devotion, cookie swap and Christmas ornament project for the Sunday School/Confirmation students.

Would you like to know how you become involved in reaching others with the love of our Lord Jesus Christ? Talk with ORELC LWML President Nancy Stinnett, 

 

ANNUAL VOTER'S MEETING

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, following the conclusion of Worship Service, all members are called to attend the Annual Voters Meeting to review and approve the budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal new year.

Sunday school and Confirmation will run but no Adult Bible Class this day. Your participation is most requested. Thank you. Council President, Matt Crowshaw, president@orelc.org. 

HARMONY WOMEN'S CARE EVENT

Register for the Harmony Women's Care annual fundraising banquet:

When: Thursday, October 16, doors open 6PM, dinner served at 7PM, program to follow.

Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Warwick, RI

How: Register at  Banquet 2025 and type ORELC in the "Church Group or Seating Request" field. 

Why: To stand with Harmony as they serve women facing crisis pregnancies, supporting them to choose life and showing them the love of Jesus Christ.

NOTE: There is no cost to attend the banquet. A free will offering will be collected at the event.

Can't attend the banquet? Show your support by helping to sponsor. Donate online at: https://www.harmonyfriends.org/donate/ or if you prefer to donate by check, you tax deductible gift to Harmony Women’s Care is greatly appreciated! 845 North Main Street, Suite 3, Providence, RI, 02904 indicating CHURCH-ORELC on memo line. 

RECYCLE INK at ORELC!

Recycling is rewarding and with the help of our office supplies vendor Staples, Our Redeemer Church will earn credits for ink and toner cartridges returned to their store by our Office Administrator.

Please bring your empty cartridges to church and place them in the marked narthex box near the church mail bin. ORELC receives store credit for cartridges returned every month. You can help the church while helping the environment, so please consider our ink recycling program next time your printer ink runs low!