In 2021 Ren volunteers helped distribute groceries to about a dozen neighbors every month. In November we additionally gave Thanksgiving-themed produce and baking ingredients for nine refugee families through the Refugee Dream Center. Thank you to all volunteers!
What a beautiful Community Sunday! Congrats to all who chose to be baptized. Many of us watching have prayed for you and have seen you transform—we are ROUTING for you and want to endure with you in following Jesus.
Afterwards we got in groups for fun discussions and then headed to the cafe for Knead doughnuts, drinks, and more, served by the youth group.
We spent a good bit of time in the Southside neighborhood this October—here are some highlights of beautifying Hayward Street at Care for the Square.
Ren Church got involved once again at the block party, helping with games, prizes, and holding a booth outdoors. Thanks to everyone who came out to set up, serve, and create a fun environment for the kids!
In May we held a memorial service to remember Derek’s life. Derek meant a lot to people at Ren and the surrounding community. Many remember his warm greeting at the front door of Ren, his hard-working, generous spirit. Pastor Scott, Asa Sohn, Ellie Goldberg, and best friend Marc Williams shared a few memories, and attendees could write down their own of Derek to be put in a memory book for his family. It was a special service remembering our friend who made many feel valued, important and protected. We miss you, Derek.
Read MoreCommunity Day was a wonderful time! A team of 25+ volunteers got their hands dirty and worked together to make our church "backyard" a little more beautiful. We ended the day by sharing a meal and lots of refreshing conversations.
After countless months of virtual-only Sundays, Ren reopened in-person services in time for Easter! For April and May of 2021 we gathered outdoors in the parking lot. Sermons were preached open-air and the neighborhood heard us worship. Children ran around the lot during the service. It was a joyous season of seeing each other after a long year of social distancing.
Family small group decorating gift bags with snowflake stamps.
Drop-off delivery at Crossroads for families!
Card-writing party for people staying at Providence Rescue Mission
Care package assembly for women at Crossroads
Gifts off to residents at Orchard View Manor
Anchored group and Young Voices staff hold up board games, bean bags and more for Young Voices’ new space.
Women’s group assembled gifts for refugee families!
Through November and December, Ren small groups participated in Christmas CityLove.
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“Those who hope in the Lord will find new strength.” Isaiah 40:31
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We are sprucing up the Valley, our downstairs space for older kids, with some new accent wall murals.
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We love spending time together as the Ren family, especially when food is involved! Last Sunday there were a couple different parties to watch the Super Bowl.
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