22 October 2025

Some Words from Phil

Hi Everyone.

Thank you for joining us in prayer for Madagascar last week. The situation seems calm, but there is a long journey ahead. Kim is trusting for a reformation and revival of true faith in Madagascar, which can only come from God. Let’s pray that these political events will catalyse a spiritual transformation.

We also ask for prayer for Nick Hardy (a friend and mentor to Redeemer Church), who suffered a cardio incident yesterday. He is stable and recovering well by the grace of God. Please pray for Nick’s health, Katie and the family, as well as Red. Point Church in this season of trial. Leigh and I will be visiting Red. Point in November to encourage their leaders and preach on Sunday, 9th Nov. This trip has been planned for some time as a return to the church that sent us and to give them feedback about what is happening in Mauritius.

It is a privilege to partner with so many friends and churches around the world – to carry each other’s burdens and to strengthen each other. No church is an island, and no person is either. Please make sure you are connected to people and sharing your life so that we all have someone nearby to lift us when we fall.

God bless, Phil

Elder's Corner: A Message from Doné

Finding Strength in Every Season

There are seasons in life that fill our hearts with joy, and others that test the very foundation of our faith. Yet in every moment, whether we are on the mountaintops or the valleys, God remains faithful. He does not change when our circumstances do.

As I reflect on the past months, I’m reminded how often we rush through life trying to hold everything together on our own. But Scripture reminds us, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me” (Psalm 28:7). True strength isn’t found in how much we can carry, but in how deeply we trust the One who carries us.

Maybe you find yourself weary, waiting for breakthrough or clarity. Take heart, God is working even in the silence. His plans for you haven’t been cancelled, they’re being cultivated. Often, what feels like delay is preparation for something greater.

As a church family, let’s continue to stand together praying for one another, encouraging those who are struggling, and celebrating God’s goodness in every story. Together, we remind the world that hope is alive because Jesus is alive.

May the season ahead renew your faith, restore your joy, and remind you that you are never alone. The same God who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it.

Have a blessed week!

Doné

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.”

~ Psalm 28:7 ~

Last Sunday's Message

The heroes of Hebrews 11 all trusted God and took him at his word. They acted in faith as a response to the Word of God, and they each accomplished something in their lives because of that faith. In one way, each story is unique and unrepeatable. But in another way, they provide a model for us to follow as we seek to live by faith in our own context.

Rahab was a Canaanite woman who was a citizen of a city about to be destroyed because of its sin. But she believed God, pledged her allegiance to God and his people, and saved herself and her family through her faith.

If you missed Phil’s message, you can find it here or on our YouTube channel: Redeemer Church Mu.

Oasis Program 2026

Launched in 2025, the Oasis Program is a 4-month internship program initiated by and operating under Redeemer Church. Designed for school leavers between the ages of 18 and 24, it welcomes participants from all over the world.

Oasis 2026 will consist of two intakes, as follows:

First Intake: 30 January to 31 May
Second Intake: 31 July to 29 November

We will also be offering Oasis LITE again from 31 July to 20 September, which is ideal for those on Winter break between semesters.

Please reach out to us on oasis@redeemerchurch.mu if you’d like more information on the Oasis Program, or check out our Oasis page here.

By Faith Series

It was wonderful to have Andrew and Fiona Thomson and their children visiting us from Church on Main in Cape Town, South Africa, over the last 10 days.

While he was here, Andrew shared a 4-part series called By Faith, based on Hebrews chapter 11. If you missed any of the sessions, or would like to watch them again, we have placed them all into a single playlist on our YouTube Channel here.

Coming Up at Redeemer

Baptism Sunday

This Sunday, the 26th of October, we will be holding a Baptism Sunday after the service in the west, at La Preneuse Public Beach.

Please contact us if you’d like more information about water baptism, or sign up on this form if you’d like to be baptised on Sunday. Alternatively, if you are in the North or the South and would also like to be baptised, please reach out to us.

Ultimate Joy party

Calling all kids between the ages of 6 and 14!

Join us for our Ultimate Joy Party on Friday, the 31st of October, from 16:00 to 19:00 at Redeemer Church. We will be having lots of fun, including glow-in-the-dark fun and a praise party. And of course, there will be lots of yummy eats and treats.

The Ultimate Joy Party is a drop-off event, but any parents who are keen to volunteer and help out are most welcome. You can sign your child(ren) up to join us here. Please also note that the event is free of charge.

We are so excited to see you there!

Are your Details Up to Date?

You may think we have all your details, but we would love it if you could do a quick update.

As part of our commitment to communicate better through a variety of channels, we would like to ensure that we have everyone’s updated details on our church database. You can update your details by filling in this short form (one per household). It should automatically update and sync on our side, even if you have filled it in before.

Please complete the details update form right here.

Redeemer North & Redeemer South

Did you know that we have ongoing weekly Sunday services in three locations around the island? In addition to our service in Black River, which we also livestream to YouTube, we have services in both Petite Raffray and Blue Bay on Sunday mornings.

Redeemer North

Redeemer North meets at Domaine Ambra every Sunday morning at 9:30. The service consists of some worship, a message from the Word, and a time of coffee and fellowship after the service. There are also Kids’ Ministry classes during the service.

Feel free to contact the church for more information.

Redeemer South

Redeemer South has a service in their location above Blue Bay Superette every Sunday morning at 9:30. The service consists of some worship, a message from the Word, and a time of coffee and fellowship after the service. There are also Kids’ Ministry classes during the service.