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March 22, 2019
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In This Issue...
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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
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A Note From the Rector
Dear Saints,
There are so many gifts and talents that are offered at All Saints', week by week, as we seek to serve God and love our neighbors in this place and time. This Sunday, people will meet to help plan the future shape of our parish life ministries, while others will begin to formulate plans for our annual canvass in the Fall. There will be classes on parenting teens, story-telling sessions led by our own parishioners, an exploration of the Prayer Book as a guide for the spiritual life, a concert by one our choir soloists, the continuation of The Cross and the Lynching Tree book study led by Catherine Meeks, and in between all of that, Jesus will show up on the front page, children and youth will wonder about God's place in their own lives, and a few hundred people will pray and sing and give thanks for all that we share in this life together as a church. I am so honored to lead this community and to serve you all as we seek God's loving purposes for this parish and for this city. May you be blessed this weekend, and share that blessing far and wide.
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Learning Together:
Future of Our Block Steering Committee
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Refugee Ministries: Second Annual Picnic in the Park
Saturday, March 23, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.,
McKoy Park Pavilion
1000 Adams St, Decatur, GA 30030
Celebrate the start of spring with a Picnic in the Park. This is a fun gathering for our refugee friends and parish families with children of all ages to enjoy a meal and spend time outside together. Teenagers are welcome to lend a hand for service hours; we also need volunteers to bring food and provide transportation for our refugee families to and from the event. Sign up at allsaintsatlanta.org/picnic-in-the-park. For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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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. The cost is $5; all proceeds go to the Men of Hope. No RSVP necessary.
Vestry Nominations due on Sunday by 6:30 p.m.
Nominate new members for the vestry class of 2021/2022 at the boxes in the church entry foyer, the Parish Life desk, the round table in Egleston Hall, or via email to
patkiley@allsaintsatlanta.org.
For more information, contact Pat Kiley at
patkiley@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Midtown Assistance Center:
Lenten Canned Food & Supply Drive
After Sunday's worship services, MAC volunteers will hand out grocery bags for you to take home and fill with donations for low-income families who need emergency assistance. Needs include items like paper products, laundry detergent, cereal, and canned foods. Throughout Lent, bring your donations to the collection containers in Ellis Hall Foyer. Want to help?
Sign up here to hand out the grocery bags and/or collect the donations and deliver them to MAC during the week.
For more information, contact Tori Cole at torilcole@yahoo.com.
Stories of the Saints: Ethel Ware Carter
Sunday, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Fireplace Room, Tate Hall
Each month this spring, members of our community will share meaningful personal narratives, with topics ranging from facing adversity to humorous incidents and everything in between. This month, join longtime parishioner Ethel Ware Carter for our second storytelling session. Ethel Ware has been at home in the All Saints' community for over 40 years and she is thankful for EfM, red lipstick, pimento cheese, and so much more.
For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.
The Prayer Book as a Guide for Spiritual Life
Sundays through March 31, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Ross Room, Parish House
Led by The Rev. Tim Black
Take a fresh look at the Book of Common Prayer and its practical applications to help strengthen our relationships with God and one another during Lent and beyond.
For more information, contact The Rev. Tim Black at tblack@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Parenting with God: The Spiritual Child
Sundays through March 24, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
P307, Parish House
Facilitated by Kathy Roberts and Kara Wilkes
Feeling irrelevant to your teen - dismissed, ignored, or pushed away? There is Good News, according to the science of adolescent spiritual development, you are absolutely essential. Adolescence is a time of spiritual awakening; a crucial window of engaging with spiritual reality. This is the final session in a month-long class to learn how to continue to incorporate spirituality into your teen's life.
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., P305/306, Parish House
Facilitator: Edward Lindsey
This discussion group meets weekly to reflect on news of the day and how we as Christians are called to respond in our prayers and in our private and public lives. Edward Lindsey will continue to lead a discussion of what is happening under the Gold Dome through Sunday, March 31.
For more information, contact Ethel Ware Carter at ethelware@aol.com.
Youth Formation (grades 6-12)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
The Attic, Pritchett Children's Center
Children's Formation (grades K-5)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
2nd Floor, Pritchett Children's Center
Concert Series: Greer Lyle, Soprano
Sunday, March 24, 3:00 p.m., in the church
Greer Lyle is a rising young operatic soprano. Greer spent her college career performing with Georgia State University Opera Theater, garnering multiple awards. In April of 2018, Greer made her professional opera debut with Opera Theater of Saint Louis. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for students and seniors. Purchase tickets online at
allsaintsatlanta.org/concert-series or at the door based on availability.
For more information, contact Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Book Study & Pilgrimage:
The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James Cone
Sundays through April 7, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
March 24 and 31: Ellis Hall
April 7: St. Luke's Episcopal Church,
435 Peachtree St NE
Saturday, April 13: Pilgrimage to the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, Montgomery, Alabama
Join parishioners from St. Luke's and Dr. Catherine Meeks, Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, for a book study that culminates in a pilgrimage to the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. Please note that the meetings change locations each week; participation in the book study is required to go on the pilgrimage. Learn more and register online at
stlukesatlanta.org.
For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays,
12:05 p.m., in the church
Is one of your Lenten practices to pray more? During the week, take a mid-day break and join us for this brief prayer service. For more information, contact The Rev. Tim Black at tblack@allsaintsatlanta.org.
A Service of Recovery and Healing
Sunday, March 31, 4:00 p.m.,
Fireplace Room, Tate Hall
Join The Rev. Robert Book for a monthly worship 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.
Altar Guild Needs New Members
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to be a gray-haired woman to be a member of the Altar Guild, which is our ministry that prepares our worship spaces for services and cleans up afterwards. Our group needs people of all ages and genders who are willing to serve one weekend (Saturday and Sunday mornings) every three months, or more often if you'd like. Attention to detail is appreciated.
If you're interested in joining, please contact Cissa Rassel at 404-434-7257 or cissar@bellsouth.net or Jane Vickers at 404-934-0592 or janevickers59@gmail.com.
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Give Up the "No Thanks Hand" during Lent
This Lenten season, you might make it a practice to tuck a few dollar bills into your pocket on the way to church for the offertory. The amount does not matter; it might inspire another saint to do the same.
For more information, contact Ellen Hayes at ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Wednesday Morning Discussion Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m., P307, Parish House
From the empty tomb to the established Church, biblical scholars Raymond E. Brown and John P. Meier take us on a journey through what they mark as the "cradles of Christianity" in
Antioch and Rome: New Testament Cradles of Catholic Christianity.
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
For more information, contact Mimi Spang at mimispang@comcast.net.
Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., P202, Parish House
One Book, One Parish:
Being Disciples by Rowan Willliams
Throughout Lent, on our Facebook page and online
During Lent, join your fellow parishioners in reading one book together, Rowan Williams'
Being Disciples, which explores how life and faith intersect. Follow us on
Facebook or
visit our website to view weekly meditations from Simon on each of the book's six chapters. You can purchase the book at the Cathedral Bookstore or
online.
For more information, contact Jocelyn Cassada at jcassada@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Lenten Meditations
Adult Inquirers' Class
Wednesdays, March 13 through April 17,
6:30-8:00 p.m., Ross Room, Parish House
Led by The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring
Learn more about the Christian faith as expressed in the Episcopal Church, while growing in community with others and pursuing questions of faith at a deeper level. There is a $25 fee, which can be paid at the time of class, and childcare is available upon request. Come early and get dinner at
Wednesday Night Supper.
For more information or to request childcare, contact Pat Kiley at patkiley@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Rector's Forum: For the City
This Child of Faith: Raising a Spiritual Child in a Secular World
Sunday, March 31, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
We're excited to welcome Sophfronia Scott, author of
This Child of Faith: Raising a Spiritual Child in a Secular World, and her son Tain Gregory. Tain is a survivor of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, which began a profound journey of healing and faith. They will discuss questions like, "How can we help children and teens have real faith in the world we live in today?" and "Why bother with religion in this increasingly secular world?" Sophfronia will also be our guest preacher at the 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. services that Sunday.
For more information, contact The Rev. Kim Jackson at kjackson@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, April 7, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join us for our Annual Parish Meeting to go over the 2018 Annual Report and elect new members of the vestry.
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Novel Theology:
Breakfast with Buddha by Robert Merullo
Wednesday, April 24, 7:00-8:00 p.m., P307
Facilitator: Ed Wooller
This month's novel tells the story of Otto, a confirmed skeptic, who takes an unexpected road trip with an enigmatic holy man who answers every question with a riddle. Gradually, skepticism yields to amazement as he realizes this spiritual teacher might just be the real thing.
For more information, contact Amelia Tuttle at amelia.tuttle9@gmail.com or visit allsaintsatlanta.org/novel-theology.
Young Adults: Saints on Tap
Thursday, April 25, 7:00-9:30 p.m.,
Twain's, 211 East Trinity Place, Decatur
Our Young Adults gather once a month for food, drinks, and fellowship. In April, join us for brews and billiards at Twain's in Decatur.
For more information, contact Michael Asmussen at michael.asmussen@gmail.com.
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Youth Formation
Youth Formation (grades 6-12)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., The Attic
High School B.S. (Bible Study)
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., The Attic
Bible Study for grades 9-12 meets each week for an hour of conversation around topics relevant to high schoolers, and a chance to grow in relationship with God and one another. A simple meal (i.e., pizza) is provided.
For more information, contact Joel Smith at
jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Apply to be a Counselor for atlSERVE
Sunday, June 23 through Thursday, June 27,
The Attic and around Atlanta
Each year our Diocese sends youth to serve and be served in our local communities. Youth live, sleep, and eat in The Attic and serve with a variety of partners, including Church of the Common Ground, Holy Comforter, Smart Kid Smart Lunch, Midtown Assistance Center, Keep North Fulton Beautiful and Trees Atlanta. Apply to be a counselor at
eycdioatl.org/calendar.html
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For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Children's Formation
Children's Formation (grades K-5)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 2nd Floor, Pritchett Children's Center
Vacation Bible School (VBS) Registration is Open
Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 14,
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Pritchett Children's Center
This summer, join Children's Ministries for a roaring adventure. Learn more and register online at
allsaintsatlanta.org/vbs by April 15. There are many spots available for volunteers on our safari and childcare is available after VBS from 12:30-5:00 p.m., if needed.
To volunteer or for more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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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.
Thursday Yoga with Jenna Barone
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 p.m., Ross Room, Parish House
Want to make a healthy change for Lent? We have a new class for you! Join Jenna and friends for a much-needed hour of stretching, strengthening, and support. Bring a mat, a water bottle, and a friend, and we'll build a new habit together in the spirit of Lent.
For more information, contact Anne Henn at ahenn@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Writers Group Relaunch Meeting
Wednesday, March 27, 7:00-8:30 p.m.,
P203, Parish House
Do you have a passion for writing? Join this newly relaunched group to share your work with other writers and give and receive constructive feedback. We look forward to getting to know you and hearing your unique literary voice.
Please RSVP to Cathie Calabro at 404-869-3442 or shali.cat8@att.net.
Open House for Formation Ministries
Sunday, March 31, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Kennedy Courtyard
Want to learn and grow with this community? Come by the tables in Kennedy Courtyard to learn about all of our opportunities to educate, explore, and engage with spiritual topics on Sunday mornings and beyond.
For more information, contact Anne Henn and ahenn@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Music
Concert:
La Maîtrise de Reims with the Georgia Boy Choir
Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., in the church
La Maîtrise de Reims will perform in Atlanta for the first time at All Saints', presenting a varied program of sacred and secular music. Founded in 1285, La Maîtrise maintains its historic ties with the cathedral in Reims, the traditional venue for the coronation of French monarchs. The ensemble participates in various aspects of the musical life of their city, including opera. They will be joined for several pieces by the Georgia Boy Choir. This all-ages concert is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Service
Refugee Ministries Needs Volunteer Drivers
Saturdays through April 13,
10:00-10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Wade Walker Pool, 5605 Rockbridge Rd SW,
Stone Mountain, GA
Help provide transportation for refugee children to and from swim lessons, as part of a new partnership with YMCA Atlanta. Learning to swim is an important skill not only for water safety, but also for trauma diminishment and the experience of belonging in all parts of the city. The average distance between the participants' homes and the pool is 5 miles; car seats will be provided if needed.
Sign up here
. For more information, please contact Louisa Merchant at
louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, March 25 and April 1, 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.
Covenant Community:
Celebration of Memories and Hopes
Thursday, March 28, 7:00-9:00 p.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
Celebrate new beginnings with the graduating residents of Covenant Community, which provides treatment and substance abuse recovery support for men experiencing homelessness. This is a meaningful and moving ceremony to mark the start of a new chapter and honor the hard work they have done to complete the rigorous life-stabilization program.
For more information, contact Johnathan Davis at jdavis@covenantatlanta.org.
Refugee Ministries: Spring Break Day Trips
Monday, April 1, Wednesday, April 3, and Friday, April 5
Help us provide supervision, entertainment, and nourishment for refugee children on spring break while their parents are at work at the chicken factories:
- Monday, April 1: Help families with smaller children have a picnic in the Decatur Toy Park, 11:00 am - 1:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 3: Bring elementary aged children to Leapin' Lizards for bounce house fun, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Friday, April 5: Chaperone older kids to a theater movie (movie time TBA)
Sign up to volunteer at
allsaintsatlanta.org/rm-spring-break.
For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Threads Needs
Our children's clothing ministry needs donations of spring and summer clothes for toddler-aged boys and girls. If you'd like to keep up with the latest news and stories from Threads, follow our
blog or subscribe to our
mailing list.
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Thank You from Lake Tanganyika Theological College
Thanks to the generosity of this community, we have helped Lake Tanganyika Theological College in Tanzania buy 20 mattresses and 10 bunk beds for their new dormitory for female seminarians. View photos and learn more about this partnership
here.
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Help All Saints' Form Interfaith Relationships
In the wake of the recent tragedy in Christchurch, New Zealand, we wish to explore as a parish how we might grow in our capacity as a church that grows in relationship and stands in solidarity with our neighbors of different faith communities here in Atlanta.
If you're interested in helping us with this work, please contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Respite Care Atlanta Needs Volunteers
We have partnered with seven other interfaith congregations to create Respite Care Atlanta, a safe place that provides weekday activities for adults with cognitive challenges and self-care time for caregivers. We're excited about this wonderful new initiative and need volunteers. The volunteer jobs are fun and rewarding - you can work directly with a client, serve lunch, be a greeter, or offer a program - and make a difference in someone's life. Learn more at
respitecareatlanta.org.
For more information, contact Wendy Livereant at info@respitecareatlanta.org or Harriet Shaffer at 404-352-5355.
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General
Parking Update
We now have a new parking option available on North Avenue under the Bank of America building. The entrance is about half a block east of the church, across the street from the Negril Village Restaurant. There are 50 spots available on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn more and view a map at
allsaintsatlanta.org/parking-update.
Welcome Katie Roll
 Please join us in welcoming Katie Roll, our new seminarian from the Candler School of Theology. After graduating from Point University in 2016 with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Biblical Studies, Katie spent a year doing college ministry in Atlanta and then a year working full-time for the Air Force at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta. She has 9 years of military service and feels called to military chaplaincy. Katie and her wife, Alice, have two dogs and enjoy doing anything outdoors: kayaking, backpacking, rock climbing, hiking, etc. Over the course of the year, she will work closely with The Rev. Zack Nyein on her pastoral formation and discernment for ordained ministry through involvement in multiple areas of our parish, including: pastoral care, liturgy, religious education, and outreach. F
or more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org
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New Books at the All Saints' Library
Egleston Hall
We have new additions to our parish library for you to enjoy, including:
The Time is Now by Joan Chittister,
A Year of Biblical Womanhood
by Rachel Held Evans,
Entering the Passion of Jesus
by Amy-Jill Levine,
Why Did Jesus, Moses, The Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road?
by Brian McLaren,
On the Brink of Everything
by Parker Palmer,
Universal Christ
by Richard Rohr,
Holy Envy
by Barbara Brown Taylor, and
Being Disciples
by Rowan Williams.
For more information, contact Gail Rogers at gailrogers851@att.net.
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Assisting In Services
Altar Guild
Phebe Etheredge, Leila Konas, Brenda Baker, Betsy Robinson
Flower Guild
Bill Bedford
Parish Life
Anne Henn, Katie Menosky
Sunday Callers
Henry Oliver, Jay Lowe, Sintra Constant
Greeters
Dana Aldridge, Amelia Baker, Barbara Blender, Sarah Hansen, David Smith, Bab Turner, Brooke Weinmann, Kara Wilkes, Lelia Konas, Wynn Henderson, Laura Houghton, Elizabeth Klump, Kathy Bowman, Gail Rogers, Julian Garza, Leighton Stradtman, Kitty Conrad, Sherry Terlemezian, Deborah Gephardt, Hamilton Reavey, Nadia Fountain, Elvira Mannelly, Helen Pinkston Pope, Rainey Woodward, Lynda Herring, Mary Wyman Woodward
8:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Minister
TBD
Lector
Jennifer Brown
Verger
Robert Higdon
9:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers
Jan Kibler, Charlie Vorndran, Lauri Begley, Steve Moreland, Lynn Wright, Jo Ann Dalton
Lectors
Christina Holland, Jiffy Page
Ushers
Robert Ball, John Boswell, Dan Davis, Lawson Glenn, Hank Harris, Charlie Henn, Campbell Henn, Christina Holland, Kevin Kelly, Chuck Konas, Edward Lindsey, Mark McDonald, Mike Nadal, Floyd Newton, Charlie Ogburn, Clay Rucker, Todd Silliman, Woody Vaughan, Rick Woodward
Vergers
Lynda Herrig, Ellen Porter
Acolytes
Natalie Rinck, Lindsay Vicens, Nora Gaynor, Catherine Heckler, Margaret Pope, Elizabeth Toole
11:15 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers
Becky Williams, Missi McMorries, Dot Miller, Jamie Miller, David Moss
Ecuharistic Visitor
Mimi Spang
Lectors
Dot Miller, Bobby Johnston
Peggy Allumbaugh, Joe Bryan, Dabney Daniel, Len Emig-Smith, Walter George, Virginia Harrison, David Martin, Jamie Miller, Dot Miller, David Osborn, Jim Paisley, Dan Pennywell, Lynn Randolph, Charlie Rigby, Morrie Spang, Bob Woodward
Vergers
Ellen Porter, Jerry Byrd
Acolytes
Lee Proper, Jack Srinivasan, Joe Srinivasan, Richard Wofford, Fain Barton
5:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Ted French
Lector
Shane Hunziker
Verger
John Carter
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