06/01/2026
Yesterday, we commissioned Joseph Rhea and his family to as he takes their role of Teaching Pastor. Over the years, we’ve been blessed to commission a range of members to other local churches, and each of these moments has been incredibly special.
Birmingham is exceptionally blessed to have so many gospel-preaching churches, and Redeemer is just one small part of what God is doing in and through our city. Commissioning Joseph and his family comes with sadness and joy – sadness that some of our favorite people are leaving, and joy in knowing that Redeemer is doing exactly what it exists to do. God placed the Rheas with us for a time, and now His purposes have led them to bless another church family entirely. That’s not loss – that’s God’s plan working the way it’s supposed to, moving beyond our walls for His glory.