Who May Use the Library?
Library materials are available for use by all Redeemer Church members, their relatives, and guests.  All materials must be checked out in the name of a member or regular attender, who is responsible for the safe and timely return of the items.

A non-member who is a participant in one of the various outreach ministries of the church may, at the discretion of the coordinator of that ministry, register to use the collection.

How Long May I Keep Items I Check Out?
Materials may be checked out for two weeks.  A patron may check out a maximum of five books, periodicals, and/or tapes at one time.  Only one renewal of each book, periodical, or tape is permitted, after which it must be returned to the Library for at least thirty days before the same patron may recheck the item.

What if I am Late Returning my Materials?
The Library does not levy fines or penalties for overdue materials.  However, if an item still has not been returned two weeks after an overdue notice has been sent, the patron's check-out privileges may be curtailed until the item is paid for or returned.

Where are Materials Located? The Library is located between the Sanctuary and the Gathering Area.  Books are grouped by subject using the Dewey Decimal System.  The Library consists of the following three rooms:
Adult Area, including:	Sit-n-Sip, including:	Kid's Room, including:
Bible Study Aids Theology The Christian Life Fiction Biographies Young adult books & tapes	Coffee & seating area for adults Audio and video tapes & CDs Periodicals	Junior books Children's books Toddler books Reading/play area
How Can I Find the Particular Book or Tape I Want? Just ask!  Library staff are available to provide guidance to patrons on the location of materials, availability of materials by a particular author or on a certain subject, and recommendations of materials the patron might enjoy. The Library computer system houses the "card catalog" and provides patrons access to materials by author, title, and subject.  Library staff are available to conduct searches for patrons and or to train patrons to use the online catalog, the internet, and other databases in order to conduct research.

Are Children Welcome in the Library?
Absolutely!  Children of all ages are encouraged to feel at home in the Library and to delight in selecting and reading books.  Children are expected to be respectful of library furnishing and materials and of other patrons visiting the Library.  Responsibility for the supervision, behavior, use of resources, and safety of children rests primarily with the child's parent/guardian;  parents may delegate this responsibility to a designated church caregiver or the coordinator of the ministry in which the child is participating.

Does the Library Accept Donations?
Redeemer is grateful for all the many people who have donated materials, money, and manpower to help establish the Library.  Future donations will be appreciated!

Gifts of books, tapes, and current periodicals are welcome.  Please remember that inclusion of donated materials is guided by the Library's collection development policy.

The Library has on display many books which are unneeded duplicates of library holdings or which were not added to the collection.  Members may have any of these books at no charge -- or you might consider making a small donation to help us acquire new materials or furnishings.

Memorials:  If you would like to make a donation in honor or memory of someone, please see one of the Library staff so we may properly acknowledge the gift and notify the family of the person being honored.

Checks should be made payable to Redeemer Church and designated for the Library Special Fund.