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January 11, 2019
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 Schedule
Worship With Us!

Sunday
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I, in the chapel
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the church
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the church
5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the chapel

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
12:05 p.m. Noonday Prayer, in the church

Wednesday
12:05 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the chapel
5:55 p.m. 7-Minute Eucharist at Wednesday Night Supper, in Ellis Hall


 Rector
A Note From the Rector

Dear Saints,

Epiphany is that season where we learn ways for our lives to make God more visible, more manifest in the world God has made and loves. This Sunday, during a reception in Ellis Hall between our principal services, we will give thanks for the ministries of several of our worship staff whose tenures are coming to an end at All Saints' and we will learn more of Kirk Rich's vision for music leadership at All Saints' for the time ahead. I do hope you will be able to join us.

Another way that I see us making God manifest among us is in the care that we extend to others, either by our own acts of giving or by the support we offer to others via our networks and friendship circles in Atlanta. Included in my message this week is a letter from parishioner, David Todd, which you can read by clicking here. Should you wish to be in touch with me about David's letter or contact David directly, please do so. We will remain a community at prayer, for David, and for all those whose lives intersect with ours. 


Many blessings to you all!


Peace,


 ThisSunday
This Sunday

Hot Sunday Breakfast
8:00-9:00 a.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
Take the scramble out of your Sunday morning and let us cook the eggs, fry the bacon, boil the grits, and bake the biscuits for you. We also have an assortment of cereals, milk, juices and of course, coffee. $5 will keep your stomach quiet during church; all proceeds go to the Men of Hope. No RSVP necessary. 

Reception for Worship Ministries
Sunday, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
Join our Rector to give thanks for the ministries of David Brensinger, Interim Music Director; Bruce Garner, Head Verger; and Michael Crowe, Assistant Organist. Kirk Rich, our new Music Director, will also share his vision for the future. For more information, contact Pat Kiley at patkiley@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Great Performers of Classical Music with Bob Edge
Sundays through February 4,  10:20-11:05 a.m., 
Ross Room, Parish House
Bob Edge will lead the second session in his five-week series of music appreciation classes to help both music lovers and novices hone their listening skills and enjoy great music. Explore the works of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, pianist Van Cliburn, violinist Jasha Heifetz, conductor Robert Shaw and other legendary performers.  For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Jesus on the Front Page 
Sunday, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
NEW LOCATION: P305/306, Parish House
Facilitator: Mary Margaret Oliver
This group meets each week to examine the Christian's role in the public arena by discussing the important issues, the distractions, and how to make a difference. Group facilitators this month will be members of the Georgia House of Representatives, Mary Margaret Oliver (January 13) and Matthew Wilson (January 27). Please note the new location: P305/306.  For more information, contact Ethel Ware Carter at ecarter@rccatl.org.

Youth Formation (grades 6-12) 
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 
The Attic, Pritchett Children's Center
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Children's Formation (grades K-5)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
2nd floor, Pritchett Children's Center
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.


 Worship
Worship

Noonday Prayer 
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays,
12:05 p.m., in the church
We recently began Noonday Prayer during the week, in addition to our usual Wednesday Eucharist. The brief service provides a time for restful contemplation during the busy workday and a chance to pray with the Midtown community. For more information, contact The Rev. Tim Black at tblack@allsaintsatlanta.org.

A Service of Recovery & Healing
Sunday, January 27, 5:00-6:30 p.m., 
33 North Ave., Atlanta
Once a month, The Rev. Robert Book leads a Holy Eucharist  service that is based on the 12 Steps of AA and open to everyone. For more information, contact The Rev. Tim Black at tblack@allsaintsatlanta.org.

 Giving
Giving

New Year's Resolution: Make a Generous Pledge to the 2019 Annual Canvass
Current pledges total over $2.8 million. Help us achieve our goal of $2.9 million; pledge online at  allsaintsatlanta.org/pledge-2019 .  For more information, contact Ellen Hayes at ehayes@allsaintsaltanta.org.
 

 AdultFormation
Adult Formation

Monday Afternoon Study Group 
Mondays, 2:00-3:00 p.m. in P307, Parish House
For more information, contact Karen Evans at 

Wednesday Morning Discussion Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m., P307, Parish House
 
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Jim Donald at jasdonald@aol.com.
 
Jezebels: Women's Book Study 
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m., P201, Parish House
This group is currently reading  Frederick Douglass by David Blight. For more information, contact Mimi Spang at mimispang@comcast.net.

Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., P202, Parish House
For more information, contact Gretchen Chateau at jetteyeknight@hotmail.com.

Novel Theology: 
Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather
Wednesday, January 16, 7:00-8:00 p.m., P307
Facilitator: Clark Lemons
Once a month, this group meets to discuss encounters with Christ in literature. In this month's novel, a Catholic bishop and a priest attempt to establish a diocese in the precarious New Mexico Territory in 1851.  For more information, contact Amelia Tuttle at amelia.tuttle9@gmail.com  or visit allsaintsatlanta.org/ novel-theology.

Young Adults: Saints on Tap
Thursday, January 17, 7:00-9:30 p.m.,
The Marlay House, 426 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.,
Decatur, Georgia 30030
Our Young Adults meet once a month for food, drinks, and fellowship. In January, escape the cold with Irish pub fare the The Marlay House.  For more information, contact Michael Asmussen at michael.asmussen@gmail.com.

Rector's Forum: For the City
Sunday, January 20, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Preacher-Teacher: Greg Cole
Join our Rector for the first forum in a year-long series that will explore the intersection of faith and the life of our city. We will welcome Greg Cole, Executive Director of Emmaus House, as our Preacher-Teacher to discuss the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Welcoming the Stranger
Sunday, January 27, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,  Ellis Hall
We're excited to welcome Matthew Soerens, the U.S. Director of Church Mobilization for World Relief, which is the humanitarian arm of the National Association of Evangelicals. In that role, he helps churches understand the realities of refugees and respond in accordance with biblical values. Matthew will give us an overview of the current state of the refugee crisis, and we will connect this to the work of our parish. For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Walking the Mourner's Path:
Transforming Grief into Joyful Living
Thursdays, February 7 through March 28, 7:00 p.m.
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church,
4393 Garmon Road, NW, Atlanta 30327
We're partnering with two other Episcopal churches, St. Anne's and St. Dunstan's, to sponsor an eight-week workshop for anyone mourning the loss of a loved one. The workshop is centered in prayer and carefully crafted by an Episcopal church in Arizona to answer the question, "Where is God in my pain?" The cost is $75 and scholarships are available. 
If you are interested in registering for this workshop, or another one later this spring, contact The Rev. Tim Black at tblack@allsaintsatlanta.org.


 YouthFormation
Youth Formation

Youth Formation (grades 6-12) 
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 
The Attic, Pritchett Children's Center
All youth are required to be registered every year; please register online ( allsaintsatlanta.org/youth-registration ). 
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.

High School B.S.
Wednesday, January 16, 7:00-8:00 p.m., The Attic
Bible Study for high schoolers meets on Wednesday evenings.
For more information, contact Joel Smith at  jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org .

Youth MLK Retreat: In the Name of Love 3
Sunday and Monday, January 20-21
The Attic and Historical Sites around Atlanta
We invite all 7th-12th graders to join us for 24 hours of learning, prayer, and fellowship to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. View the itinerary and register online by January 16 at go.rallyup.com/inthenameoflove.  For more information, contact Joel Smith at  jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org

 ChildrensFormation
Children's Formation

Children's Formation (grades K-5)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
2nd floor, Pritchett Children's Center
All children are required to be registered every year; please register online ( allsaintsatlanta.org/childrens-registration ). 
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Children's Formation: MLK Sunday
Sunday, January 20, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 
2nd Floor, Pritchett Children's Center
Children's Ministries will host an interactive learning experience to explore themes of service, justice, equality, and the Way of Christ in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Sunday.  For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.

 ParishLife
Parish Life

Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall
Join us on Wednesday nights for great food, fellowship, and a 7-minute worship service at 5:55 p.m. The cost is $10 per adult and $4 per child (ages 3-12); enjoy wine and beer for a minimal donation.  Reserve your seat by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday prior at allsaintsatlanta.org/wns, at the Parish Life table on Sunday mornings, or email Anne Henn at ahenn@allsaintsatlanta.org.

 Service
Music

The Singing Sisters
Sunday, January 20,  9:00 and 11:15 a.m. worship services, the church
The Singing Sisters from Ebenezer Baptist Church, led by Laura English-Robinson, will join us as our guest choir for the 11th consecutive year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday. For more information, contact Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Concert Series: Vega String Quartet
Monday, January 28, 7:30 p.m.,  the church
The Vega String Quartet is the Quartet-in-Residence at Emory University. They concertize both nationally and globally, and are featured at many music festivals. They are the recipient of multiple awards for their superb playing. Purchase tickets online at allsaintsatlanta.org/music/concert-series or at the door based on availability. For more information, contact Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.

 Service
Service

Angel Tree Thanks You
On behalf of Emmaus House, Midtown Assistance Center and Refugee Ministries, thank you for donating 500 gifts and $3500 in food cards, Walmart cards, and emergency assistance to families in need over the holidays. May the peace and blessings you have bestowed remain with you this New Year.

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Sunday, January 20, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Fireplace Room, Tate Hall
The American Red Cross is facing a shortage of blood donations; please consider participating in the blood drive to help save lives on MLK Sunday. You can drop by or s chedule a time slot online at redcrossblood.org  (our code is "allsaintsatlanta") or by phone at 1-800-733-2767.  For more information, contact Anne Henn at  ahenn@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, February 25 and March 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.,
Covenant Community

Bring dinner yourself or with family, friends or co-workers.  To volunteer, contact Barbara Blender at bblender@bellsouth.net.

Threads' Needs
Baby boys' warm clothing, all sizes; girls' long-sleeve shirts, sizes 5-16; and men's pants, size small. For more information, contact Threads at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org.

MLK Day 5K for Covenant Community
Monday, January 21, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Piedmont Park
Run or walk the MLK Day 5K with a group from our parish. Register online at mlkday5k.com and select Covenant Community as your team to donate $5 from your registration directly to them. It's a fun event and a qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race. For more information, contact Ann Stuart Pearce at 404-308-0636.

SOAP Up (Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution) Service Day
Saturday, January 26, 2019, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 
Ellis Hall, Parish House
We're partnering with the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta's Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking Commission to help victims before the Super Bowl since trafficking is known to increase around large events and Atlanta is one of the top domestic minor sex trafficking hubs in the country. During SOAP Up, we will label soap bars with the national trafficking hotline, become trained on the signs of trafficking, put together educational packets for hotels, and deliver the soap bars and packets to the hotels surrounding Mercedes Benz Stadium. Why soap? The hotel bathroom is one of the few places victims are alone and therefore one of the best chances to help them. Learn more and register for the event online at tinyurl.com/supersoap2018. For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.  

Open House for Service Ministries
Sunday, January 27, Ellis Hall Foyer
Stop by to learn about how to get involved with our four core service ministries: Threads, Covenant Community, Midtown Assistance Center, and Refugee Ministries.  For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org .

Earth Stewards: Green Team Summit
Sunday, January 27, 2:00-8:00 p.m.,
The Temple, 1589 Peachtree St. NE
Join our Earth Stewards Ministry for an interfaith summit featuring a keynote address by the Executive Director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, educational workshops, and a farm-to-table dinner. Register at gipl.org/event/green-team-summit-2019. For more information, contact Nancy Daves
at nancydaves0711@gmail.com.

 General
General

Diocesan News and Events
Stay informed about events and news happening all over our diocese at connecting.episcopalatlanta.org.

 Assisting
Assisting In Services

Altar Guild
Caroline Echols, Lynda Smith, Maggie Seitter, Jeanne Crass, Betty Evans 

Flower Guild
Sherry Terlemezian, Bill Bedford, Louise Franklin

Parish Life
Anne Henn, Katie Menosky

Sunday Callers
Henry Oliver, Jay Lowe, Vicky Cork 

Greeters   
John Byrne, Lynda Byrne, Beth Chaplin, Sherry Collins, Courtney Fowler, John Frazer, Marybeth Jordan, Elizabeth Klump, Nixon Lowe, Lori Reinking, Emily Schunior, Charlene Smith-Stewart, Uriah Stewart, Sarah Sullivan 
    
8:00 a.m.

Eucharistic Minister
Travis Darnell

Lector
Malinda Snow

Verger
Jerry Byrd

9:00 a.m.

Eucharistic Ministers
Steve Moreland, Pat Pendleton, Jan Kibler, George Gray, Ruth Gray, Jo Ann Dalton, Ken Stewart

Lectors
Linda Stewart, Alvin Moore

Ushers
Charlie Boyd, Sam Boyte, Ed Bresee, Joe Bresee, Dal Burton, Dave Crass, Mark Diedrich, Paul Elliott, John Gordon, Gene Lopp, Sam Newberry, Arjun Srinivasan, Paul Terlemezian, Sherry Terlemezian, Nelson Tyrone, Frank Virgin, Bill Woolford, Charles Wright

Vergers
Ellen Porter, Lynda Herrig

11:15 a.m.

Eucharistic Ministers
David Todd, Charlie Vorndran, Steve Hines, Ted French

Eucharistic Visitor
Mary Jo Bryan

Lectors
John Carter, Sarah Edman

Intercessor
Lynda Smith

Ushers
Carl Anderson, Michael Asmussen, Charlie Echols, Ted French, Sally George, Dante Hudson, Robert Lews, Ed O'Halloran, Ann Stuart Pearce, Ellen Porter, Gail Rogers, Francie Root, Michele Rusin, Jowell Thorne, Barckley Toole, Andrew Torgrimson, Tamara Van Tuyl, Debbie Wilson

Vergers
Ellen Porter, Gail Rogers

5:30 p.m.

Eucharistic Minister
Beth Curtis

Lector

Amanda Smith

Verger
Alvin Moore

634 West Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
telephone 404-881-0835, facsimile 404-881-3796