5 /5 Holly Dennis: I walked into this Church on a chilly Sunday morning in November of 2011 and havent missed a worship service since.
Church of the Redeemer is absolutely wonderful and the best Church I have ever attended. I left the practice of regular worship in my 20s and made a bold step in 2011 to "see what Church is all about" during a time that I felt something was missing.
To my amazement, it was the incredible, life fulfilling elements of the Body and Blood and a vibrant parish with incredibly talented clergy, that filled that void.
And the music! Beautiful, traditional Anglican Choir. Ive gone from just regular attendance to serving the Mass on a regular basis.
Church of the Redeemer Sarasota is a welcoming, traditional parish centered on the Bible and the Book of Common Prayer. Redeemer is one of the most vibrant parishes that I have experienced in the Anglican community.
There is something for everyone at this church and you will feel welcome from the first usher greeting. The liturgy is reverent and beautiful. Those accustomed to a traditional Catholic service will feel at home, but those accustomed to a more Protestant service wont feel awkward. Communion (in both kinds) is administered every Sunday.
There are compelling classes for adult education, book clubs, Sunday School for all grade levels (and adults), a solid youth program, and other fun activities all year long. A great church for families, but there is a place for everyone from singles to young couples. For anyone who is sitting on the fence with "religion" or for those who are looking for a new church home, I encourage you to try Redeemer.
