The Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore will hold a service of Renewal of Ministry with the welcoming of a new rector at 6:30 p.m. on May 19.

Rev. Jedediah (Jed) Fox started as rector of Redeemer on Jan. 1.

This service will have festive hymns and music, led by Sheila Bristow, organist and choirmaster with the Redeemer choir. Also, there will be music for hammered dulcimer by Sharon Graber and cello by Nathan Whittaker.

A reception follows the worship service.

Fox was born and raised in Helena, Mont. After graduating from Carroll College in Helena, he attended the General Theological Seminary in New York City. After graduation from seminary in 2009, Fox served through the end of 2014 as curate and assistant to the rector of the Church of St. Michael and St. George in Clayton, Missouri.

Fox is married to Mary Beth Jäger, MSW. They have a son, Jaeger.

“I am so glad the Holy Spirit has brought Mary Beth, Jaeger [infant son], and me to the people of Redeemer,” Fox said. “I look forward to joining with them as we travel more deeply into the Risen life of Christ our Redeemer.”

Church of the Redeemer is located at 6211 Northeast 182nd Street in Kenmore.