Lent is a season for rethinking how we live and for letting some things go or maybe even developing some new holy habits. It is a season for self-examination and penitence, for restoring right relationships with God and others, and for taking time to fast and pray like Jesus did. And the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday.

We invite you to join us for a time of singing, prayer, reflection, communion, and the marking of ashes as we begin the Lenten journey together.

Grace Ministries is a street ministry operating out of a storefront, called Grace Place, in one of the poorest areas of Thunder Bay. Grace Place ministers to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the poor, addicted, homeless and socially marginalized of Thunder Bay.

For the last 11 years they have participated in the Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser, and as was shared this past Sunday, over the last decade Redwood has raised a total of $60,000 to support their important work. This year is no different.

Near the end of January 2025, our Pastor of Missional Engagement, Samuel Sarpiya travelled North with Franz Seibel to establish relational connections, and explore what doors God might be opening for us in the northern communities of Sioux Lookout and Fort Severn. The following are some of his observations presented as a travel diary.

Check out the calendar to see all of the upcoming events and ministries happening each week and beyond!

Those are the updates for this week! If there are any other ways we can support or encourage you, please contact one of our pastors; we’d love to connect with you!