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August 9, 2019
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Summer Worship Schedule
Sunday
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I, in Ellis Hall
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in Ellis Hall
5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in Ellis Hall
Wednesday
12:05 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in Ellis Hall
Please note that we're holding all worship services in Ellis Hall this summer while the church is closed for renovations and repairs.
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A Note From the Rector
Dear Saints,
As our nation struggles to reconcile the lived realities of the violent loss of life with the hope and joy that we share in America, the question is posed of us, the Church, as to what our part might be. At its heart, it is not a question for institutions but for people. For when our hearts are changed, so can the world; when people are moved to live differently, so too can the mechanisms of our common life be more aligned to the values we aspire to live by. Such soul-searching requires partners for dialogue, and prayer, and action. This Sunday, the Rev. Dr. Gary Mason will be with us again, bringing stories of those who continue to struggle for peace and reconciliation in their own troubled times from Belfast to Cape Town to Jerusalem. Gary's witness is to the truth that even in the very face of death, God's grace and love remain, not as religious platitudes but as a life-saving power. I encourage you to bring your whole self to this shared work of reconciliation, starting here on this block, and continuing wherever we are called to love and serve our Lord.
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Jesus on the Front Page
Sundays, 9:00-9:55 a.m., P307, Parish House
Facilitated by: Ethel Ware Carter
Join this weekly discussion of the news of the day, as we reflect on how we are called as Christians to respond in the public arena, in our private lives, and in our prayers.
For more information, contact Ethel Ware Carter at ethelware@aol.com.
Justice, Mercy, and Reconciliation: Lessons from the Middle East with The Rev. Dr. Gary Mason
Sunday, August 11, 10:00 a.m. worship service and
11:15 a.m. Parish Forum, Ellis Hall, Parish House
We're excited to welcome The Rev. Dr. Gary Mason back to All Saints' as our preacher-teacher. Gary is a Methodist minister who spent 27 years in parish ministry in Belfast where he played an integral role in the Northern Irish peace process, and who now directs a conflict transformation organization based in Belfast called Rethinking Conflict. He will deliver the sermon at the 10:00 a.m. worship service, and then he will lead a discussion about the themes of justice, mercy, and reconciliation as they relate to the Middle East.
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
The Music of Remembrance with Dr. Kirk Michael Rich
Sunday, August 11, 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,
Ross Room, Parish House
Join our Director of Music, Dr. Kirk Michael Rich, to learn about the music of African-American composers, including pieces that will be featured during the Service of Song, Prayer, Remembrance and Hope on the 400th Anniversary of African Slavery in America on Sunday, August 18 (see Worship).
For more information, contact Dr. Kirk Michael Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Pool Party and Picnic for Club 45 (Grades 4-5) Families
Sunday, August 11, 12:00-2:30 p.m.,
Ask Kathy for Location
All families of 4th and 5th graders are invited to join us at a parishioner's pool to splash around and get to know each other before the new program year begins. Bring a picnic for your family and we will provide drinks and dessert to share with everyone.
For the location and more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Join a Foyer Group to Make New Friends
Sundays, August 4 through 25,
Sign Up at the Parish Life Table
Foyer Groups are one of the best ways to get to know your fellow parishioners at a big church like All Saints'. These small groups gather throughout the year at one another's homes for low-key, informal dinners. Members of each group come from diverse backgrounds, and these gatherings have helped deepen friendships and connections. Sign up for a Foyer Group at the Parish Life Table on Sundays throughout the month of August.
For more information, contact Barbara Blender at bblender@bellsouth.net or 404-520-2479.
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Regular Worship Schedule Resumes on
Sunday, August 25
Starting Sunday, August 25, we return to our regular worship schedule:
- 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I
- 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II
- 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II
- 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II
Beginning Monday, August 26, our Noonday Prayer service also resumes at 12:05 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and we continue to have Wednesday Eucharist at 12:05 p.m.
Worship in Ellis Hall while the Church is
Closed for Renovation
This summer, we're holding all of our worship services in Ellis Hall while the church is closed for renovations and repairs to the restrooms, the Flower Sacristy, the Robing Room, the elevator, the louvers in the bell tower, the rood beam, and the woodwork on the Chapel exterior. For more information, contact Maurice Reddick at mreddick@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Backpack & Briefcase Blessing
Sunday, August 18, 10:00 a.m. worship service
On our final Summer Sunday, August 18, all children and adults are invited to bring their backpacks and briefcases to the worship service to receive a blessing for learning and growth throughout the coming year. For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Commemoration of the 400th Anniversary of
African Slavery in America
Sunday, August 18:
5:30 p.m. Reception;
6:00 p.m. Plenary Conversation;
7:00 p.m. Service of Song, Prayer,
Remembrance and Hope
This year marks the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first enslaved Africans to America in 1619. In partnership with the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing, we will gather in remembrance and engage in conversation to acknowledge and address the legacy of slavery in this country. Our rector, Simon Mainwaring, will moderate a panel conversation on the topics of justice and race with The Right Reverend Robert C. Wright, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta; Dr. Catherine Meeks, Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing; and Joel Thompson, Atlanta-based composer, pianist, conductor, and educator. After the conversation, join us for a worship service featuring music from African American composers, including Joel Thompson's "Draw Us Near." For more information,
Lift Every Voice: Breaking the Silence for
Every School Child
Tuesday, August 20, 12:00 p.m., in the church
In partnership with the Atlanta Speech School and communities of faith across Atlanta, we will toll our bells and observe four minutes of silence at noon on Tuesday, August 20. The four minutes of silence represent the past four centuries of the silencing of the voices of African American children, through slavery, segregation, and the realities of many classrooms across America. We invite you to join us in this observance and in breaking the silence on the fifth minute, committing ourselves to making the fifth century one in which every child's voice is heard.
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Giving
"This is the miracle that happens every time to those who live: The more they give, the more they possess."
- RM Rilke
Thank you for considering a gift to our church when we pass the offering plate.
For more information, contact Ellen Hayes at ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Jezebels: Women's Book Study Resumes on August 21
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. in P201, Parish House
Jezebels is a group of women who have been meeting for over 15 years. We read a wide variety of books, including plays, poetry, fiction and non-fiction. In September we will read and discuss Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, followed by a novel adaptation of the play.
For more information, contact Mimi Spang at mimispang@comcast.net.
Contemplative Prayer Resumes on August 21
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in P202, Parish House
"Be still and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10). Learn about the centuries-old practice of contemplative prayer, study readings for reflection and discussion, and engage in the discipline of centering prayer as a way to build communities of faith.
For more information, contact Gretchen Chateau at jetteyeknight@hotmail.com.
Young Adults: Saints on Tap Resumes on August 22
Thursday, August 22, 7:00-9:30 p.m. at Manuel's Tavern, 602 North Highland Avenue Northeast
Come meet Sarah Stewart, our new Associate Rector for Young Adults and Innovation, at the first Saints on Tap of the new program year. In keeping with tradition, we will kick off our first monthly gathering at Manuel's Tavern. Join us at this cozy neighborhood tavern for food, drinks, and fellowship. For more information, contact Michael Asmussen at michael.asmussen@gmail.com.
Parish Forum: A Vision for Children and Youth
Sunday, August 25, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
We're excited to share our newest initiatives for Youth and Children's Ministries with the All Saints' community. Zack Nyein, our Associate Rector for Community Engagement and Children and Youth Formation, and Juliet Allan, Chair of our Children and Youth Task Force will share the insights we've learned from working with consultants from Ministry Architects and highlight ways that our parish can continue its legacy of teaching, forming, and tending saints across the generations. For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Stories of the Saints with Bob Miller
Sunday, August 25, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Fireplace Room, Tate Hall
Stories of the Saints is a formation series in which members of our community share meaningful personal narratives. This month, we'll hear from Bob Miller, a recovering lawyer who was raised at Christ Church in Whitehaven, TN, and St. John's in College Park. He and his wife Mary Helen have been at All Saints' since 1967. Over the past 52 years, he has served as Clerk, Junior Warden, and Senior Warden of the vestry at various times and has taught about 15 Adult Formation classes. Bob will tell a story entitled "Scoundrel Time: The Desegregation of the University of Georgia."
For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Book Study: The Heartbeat of God
Sundays, August 25, September 1, 15, 22 and 29,
10:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m., P307, Parish House
Join us in studying the book The Heartbeat of God: Finding the Sacred in the Middle of Everything by Katharine Jefferts Schori, the presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church from 2006-2015. Members of the clergy will alternate leading this book study ahead of our Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga on October 4-6, during which Katharine Jefferts Schori will be our guest speaker. She will also visit All Saints' on the evening of Sunday, October 6 (stay tuned for details). For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Young Adults: Two New Formation Series Begin on August 28 and September 15
Wednesday Series: Sink Your Teeth Into This,
7:00-8:30 p.m., P307, Parish House
Sunday Series: In Faith, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
P202, Parish House
Join our young adults for two new formation series:
- On the final Wednesday of each month, be part of a discussion that invites us to sink our teeth into spiritual resources for living with courage and faith in an ever-changing world. Fall dates: August 28, September 25, October 30, and November 20.
- On the third Sunday of each month, explore resources from our Christian tradition that can support us in our daily lives. Fall dates: September 15, October 20, November 17, and December 15.
Safeguarding God's Children Certification Class
Wednesday, September 11, 6:15-9:15 p.m.,
Ross Room, Parish House
Build your awareness and skills to ensure that our community follows best practices for protecting children. This class is required for anyone who works with children or youth in any Episcopal parish or diocese. Register online at allsaintsatlanta.org/safeguarding.
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Samaritan Readers Resumes on September 11
Second Wednesday of Every Other Month,
6:30-8:00 p.m.,
P201, Parish House
Samaritan Readers resumes in September. This group gathers to discuss various non-fiction books over the course of the year. Our book for September is The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B DuBois, and our book for November is The Black Calhouns by Gail Lumet Buckley, daughter of the late actress/singer Lena Horne. Both books have connections to Atlanta: DuBois was a professor at Atlanta University and the Calhouns became a prominent African American family shortly after the end of the Civil War. This fall, we will meet on Wednesday, September 11 and Wednesday, November 13 and then on the second Wednesday of January, March, and May.
For more information, contact Bruce Garner at bruce.garner@att.net.
Novel Theology Resumes on September 18
Third Wednesday of Each Month, 7:00-8:00 p.m.,
P307, Parish House
Facilitator: The Rev. Sarah Stewart
Novel Theology meets once a month to discuss how literature shapes our ideas of love, compassion, forgiveness, and redemption. September's novel is Less by Andrew Sean Greer, which tells the story of 50 year-old Arthur Less, a not-so-popular novelist who embarks on a literary tour around the world to avoid attending an awkward wedding. For more information, contact Amelia Tuttle at amelia.tuttle9@gmail.com or visit allsaintsatlanta.org/novel-theology.
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Youth Formation
Youth Registration for the 2019-2020 Program Year
All youth in grades 6-12 are asked to register online for the 2019-2020 program year by Sunday, August 25 at
allsaintsatlanta.org/youthreg. Your registration will help us keep you posted with all the latest news and information.
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
We invite all youth grades 6-12 to serve as acolytes during our Sunday morning worship services in the new program year, starting Sunday, August 25. Acolytes carry the crosses, banners, and candles in procession, and they help in a number of important ways throughout the service, including preparing the altar for communion. No prior experience or knowledge necessary; newcomers are welcome. Register online at
allsaintsatlanta.org/acolytes.
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Apply for Youth Leadership Positions
All youth grades 9-12 are invited to apply to be members of our Youth Leadership Council as well as Acolyte Captains. These are great opportunities to help us shape our youth program and to gain valuable leadership experience. Visit
allsaintsatlanta.org/youthleadership to apply by
August 11.
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Friday Night Attic Invasion
Friday, August 23, 7:00-9:30 p.m., The Attic,
3rd Floor of the Pritchett Children's Center
All middle school youth (grades 6-8) and friends will not want to miss the first Friday Night Attic Invasion of the program year. Join us for an awesome night of food, games, and surprises. Walk-ins are welcome, but please try to let us know if you're coming ahead of time so that we know how much food to prepare. The cost is $5.
For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Back to (Sunday) School Breakfast Bash
Sunday, August 25, 10:20-11:05 a.m., The Attic,
3rd Floor of the Pritchett Children's Center
All youth (grades 6-12) are invited to gather for the first Sunday Morning Attic Hour of the year. Meet your formation leaders, decorate your rooms, and play some get-to-know-you games over coffee and Revolution Donuts.
For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Sunday Night Live
Sunday, August 25, 6:00-7:30 p.m., The Attic, 3rd Floor of the Pritchett Children's Center
Join us for our first Sunday Night Live of the year! All youth (grades 6-12) and friends are welcome. Dinner is included; the cost is $5.
For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Guest Camp at Camp Mikell
Friday August 30 through Monday September 2,
Toccoa, GA
Guest Camp is a weekend for all ages, held annually over Labor Day weekend. This is a time for individuals and families to gather in the north Georgia mountains for a relaxed weekend of activities, quiet time, fellowship and food! Our Youth Minister, Joel Smith, is a Staffer there and would love to see some All Saints' families. Learn more and register at
campmikell.com.
Episcopal Youth Community of the Diocese of Atlanta
Stay informed about youth events and news happening all over our diocese at eycdioatl.org.
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Children's Formation
Children's Registration for the 2019-2020
Program Year
All parents are asked to register their children for the 2019-2020 program year by Sunday, August 25.
Click here to register. Your registration will help us keep you posted with all the latest news and information. F
or more information, contact Kathy Roberts kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Play on the Playground after Church
during the Summer
Sundays, 11:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Children's Playground
All children and their families are invited to enjoy the playground after the 10:00 a.m. worship service on Sundays throughout the summer.
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Marie Kondo Summer Cleaning Marathon
Saturday, August 10, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.,
2nd Floor of the Pritchett Children's Center
Join us for a marathon session of cleaning and organizing our children's spaces in preparation for the program year. Sandwiches will be provided, and youth are eligible for school service hours. Feel free to come for part or stay the whole time! Please RSVP to Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Wednesday Nights at All Saints' Resume on August 21
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., 2nd Floor of the Pritchett Children's Center
Wednesday nights at All Saints' provide a wonderful opportunity to make friends and build relationships within our church family. The 2nd floor is open for children of all ages to create art in the art room, work on homework in the library, or play games in the game room while our Children's Choirs rehearse in the music area (see Music). Meanwhile, several rooms are available for parents to enjoy fellowship with one another or to work quietly. Many families like to spend time here before heading to Wednesday Night Supper in Ellis Hall (see Parish Life).
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Parish Life
Calling All Greeters!
Please consider joining one of our Welcome Committee teams. This ministry is vital to our parish as we welcome everyone to our table. As a greeter, you are often considered the face of the church, helping to welcome and direct parishioners and newcomers before worship services. T
o join a team or for more information, contact Beth Chaplin at bethchaplin2014@gmail.com.
Back to the Block Party
Sunday, August 18, 11:15 a.m.-2:00 p.m.,
Kennedy Courtyard and Ellis Hall, Parish House
After the final 10:00 a.m. summer worship service of the season, join us as we say goodbye to summer and welcome everyone back to the block with a picnic lunch, ice cream sundaes, arts and crafts for children, live music, a water slide, and a dessert contest (with prizes). There is no charge for the picnic, but we do need to know how many to expect.
RSVP online at allsaintsatlanta.org/block-party by
Monday, August 12.
For more information, contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Wednesday Night Supper Returns on August 21!
Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 p.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
Join us on Wednesday nights for delicious food and great fellowship. Renowned chef and restaurateur Deborah Van Trece prepares the dinner and a member of the clergy offers a casual, 7-Minute Eucharist around the dining tables at 5:55 p.m. The cost is $10 per individual and $4 per child (ages 3-12); enjoy wine or beer for a minimal donation. Our Children's Choirs also begin rehearsals on August 21 (see Music).
RSVP online for supper at allsaintsatlanta.org/wns, at the Parish Life table on Sunday mornings, or email Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Win a Dinner at Twisted Soul Cookhouse and Pours at the First Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday, August 21, 5:00-7:00 p.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
Join us for the first Wednesday Night Supper of the year and buy a chance to win dinner at renowned chef and restaurateur Deborah Van Trece's restaurant, Twisted Soul Cookhouse and Pours ($150 gift certificate). Raffle tickets will only be available at the first Wednesday Night Supper on August 21. Raffle tickets are $2, and will be sold from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., with the drawing held at 6:45 p.m.
RSVP online at allsaintsatlanta.org/wns, at the Parish Life table on Sunday mornings, or email Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Arts Theology:
Call for Artists for our Stations of the Cross Collection
The Arts Theology Committee seeks to commission artwork for the All Saints' Stations of the Cross collection. Each piece in this collection represents one of the 14 major events that occurred during Jesus's journey to the cross. Our current collection is diverse and eclectic, ranging from photography to painting to relief sculpture. We will give the six selected artists a theme to interpret, based on one of the stations, and each artist will choose their own medium. Applications are due September 15. To learn more and apply, please visit
allsaintsatlanta.org/submission.
For more information, contact Matt Collins at matt@mpcollins.com.
Register for Our Annual Parish Retreat:
Living with Compassion
Friday through Sunday, October 4-6, Kanuga Conference Center, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Join your host family, Keith and Kelly Mauriello, their children, and fellow saints for our parish retreat in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. This fun-filled weekend offers something for everyone; from food and fellowship to relaxation and rejuvenation. This year's guest speaker is Katharine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church from 2006-2015. Register at the Parish Life Table on Sunday mornings or online at allsaintsatlanta.org/kanuga-registration.
For more information, contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Music
Walter Huff Named Choirmaster in Residence
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Walter Huff as Choirmaster in Residence. Walter is currently Professor of Music at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music and previously served as the Chorus Master for the Atlanta Opera for 28 years and as the Organist-Choirmaster at Morningside Presbyterian Church for 24 years. As Choirmaster in Residence, Walter will lead several rehearsals and workshops with the All Saints' Choir over the coming year. For more information, contact Dr. Kirk Michael Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Youth Choir (Grades 7-12) First Rehearsal
Sunday, August 25, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Rehearsal;
6:00 p.m. Dinner, 2nd Floor and The Attic, Pritchett Children's Center
On Sunday, August 25, the Youth Choir will have our first full singing rehearsal followed by dinner and ice cream sundaes in The Attic.
For more information, contact Karol Kimmell at karolkimmell@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Children's Choirs (Grades PreK-6) First Rehearsals
Wednesday, August 21, 2nd floor Pritchett Center
- 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Cherub Choir (PreK and Kindergarten)
- 4:35-5:10 p.m.: Primary Choir (Grades 1-2)
- 5:15-6:00 p.m.: Junior Choir (Grades 3-6)
- 6:00-6:30 p.m.: Junior Handbells (Grades 4-6)
Join us for our first rehearsal and consider joining us for Wednesday Night Supper after, which resumes on August 21 (5:00-7:00 p.m. in Ellis Hall).
For more information, contact Karol Kimmell at karolkimmell@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Service
Lend a Hand during E-Care Cooking Day
Saturday, August 10, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.,
Ellis Hall Kitchen, Parish House
E-Care is our email-based network for prayer requests and meal delivery needs. Volunteers are invited to gather to prepare and freeze meals to be delivered to families that have new babies, health crises, or other life events that call for food and love from the All Saints' family. No "Iron Chef" skills needed, just a willingness to follow a recipe, package meals, and wash the dishes.
To sign up or for more information, contact Denise Funk at ddfunk@att.net.
Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, August 12, 19, and 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.,
Covenant Community
Bring dinner yourself or with family, friends or co-workers to support the men of Covenant Community, our ministry partner that provides a residential, life-stabilization program for men experiencing homelessness and recovering from alcohol and/or substance abuse.
To volunteer, contact Barbara Blender at bblender@bellsouth.net.
Attend a Volunteer Information Session with
Respite Care Atlanta
Wednesday, August 14, 10:00-11:00 a.m.,
Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church
Respite Care Atlanta provides a safe weekday place and vital interaction for those with mild cognitive impairment, as well as valuable self-care time for caregivers. During this information session, learn more about the organization and the many volunteer opportunities available.
For more information, contact Lola Battle at batlola@att.net.
Recess Rally with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense
Saturday, August 17 at 4:00 p.m., Downtown Atlanta
Everyone is welcome to join a group from All Saints' and Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in attending this rally to demand smarter gun laws. Learn more at
momsdemandaction.org.
For more information, contact Louisa Basarrate at louisa@dancinghamster.net.
Refugee Ministries Swimming Buddies
Saturday, August 24, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.,
Location TBD
Cool off with Refugee Ministries and enjoy some swimming fun in the sun with our refugee friends. This is a great opportunity for families with children, and we can provide service hours for teens. We also need volunteers to transport our refugee friends; drivers must be at least 25 years old.
For locations and more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Saints and Service: Sandwich Build
Sunday, September 1, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
Saints of all ages are invited to make sandwiches together for Emmaus House and Midtown Assistance Center. We also keep some sandwiches to give to those in need on our block. Many hands make light work - last year we made 900 sandwiches in 35 minutes! It's a lot of fun for a great cause.
For more information, contact Kathy Robert at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Donate Clothing & Toiletries to Threads
Our children's clothing ministry is in need of short-sleeved shirts for boys (sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, and Adult Small); any and all clothing items for toddler-aged girls; toiletries of all kinds (new only); and recyclable shopping bags (clean and in good condition). Please bring donations to the Threads box on the ground floor of the stairwell that connects the Parish House to Egleston Hall.
If you'd like to keep up with the latest news and stories from Threads, follow our blog or subscribe to our mailing list. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Thank You from Midtown Assistance Center (MAC)
From April through June of this year, our parish contributed 255 volunteer hours, 122 bags (1,667 pounds) of food, and $5,000 in monetary donations to support MAC in providing rent and utility assistance, MARTA cards, and grocery assistance to our neighbors in 2,614 emergency situations. Thank you for your generosity! Looking for something to donate? Current most popular items include canned beef stew, hamburger helper, canned salmon, canned tuna, peanut butter, jelly, deodorant, bar soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste.
For more information, contact Tori Cole at torilcole@yahoo.com.
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General
Join our Volunteer Village for
Youth and Children's Ministries
Apply by Saturday, August 10
Do you enjoy working with young people? Youth and Children's Ministries encourage you to apply to join our Volunteer Village for the 2019-2020 program year. We are looking for caring adults who are willing to give of their time and talents to help build up the next generation. There are many ways to help, from one-time jobs to weekly service, including: formation teachers, supply shoppers, snack providers, retreat drivers, confirmation mentors, art instructors, room designers, and greeters. We will provide all the training you need. Apply by August 10 at
allsaintsatlanta.org/volunteervillage.
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
The Rev. Tim Black Named Priest-in-Charge at
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Atlanta
We're excited to officially announce that The Rev. Tim Black has been named Priest-in-Charge at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Atlanta. Tim is taking a well-deserved break for the rest of August and will begin his position at St. Paul's in September. Please join us in congratulating him and praying for him as he begins his ministry there.
The Rev. Dr. Denni Moss Named as Interim Priest Associate for Pastoral Care
Please join us in welcoming The Rev. Dr. Denni Moss as our Interim Priest Associate for Pastoral Care. Denni is a certified clinical chaplain and pastoral counselor who has served as the rector of two churches in north Georgia, as well as in chaplain positions for Georgia Tech, Covenant Community, and a maximum-security prison. Most recently, she has served as a pastoral counselor at Canterbury Court. Denni is an avid reader who is passionate about Education for Ministry (EfM) and helping people experience God in the everyday. She holds degrees from Mercer University and Seabury Western Theological Seminary. She and her husband, The Rev. Dr. David Moss, met at All Saints' and have been married for 35 years. They have two children and four of the smartest, nicest, best looking grandchildren you can possibly imagine.
The Rev. Della Wells Named Rector at
Emmanuel Church
All Saints' own Della Wells has been named Rector at Emmanuel Church in Newport, Rhode Island. Della graduated from the Berkeley Divinity School at Yale in May 2018 and served as a Porter Fellow in Jerusalem for a year, working with St. George's Cathedral, St. George's College, and Jerusalem Peacebuilders, a reconciliation ministry for Israeli, Palestinian, and American teens. Della was ordained in June at St. Martin's in Providence and will begin her new position at Emmanuel Church on September 1. Please join us in congratulating her and praying for her as she begins her ministry there.
Where do you see Jesus?
During your travels, activities, and adventures this summer, take Jesus along with you...and tell us about it! Pick up a Flat Jesus in Ellis Hall Foyer, take photos throughout the summer, and post them on social media with the hashtag
#ASECFlatJesus. Tag us in your photos (
Facebook,
Instagram, and
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For more information, contact Jocelyn Cassada at jcassada@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Update: Summer Parking on Sunday Mornings
On Sundays only, we have a few additional parking spaces in a new gravel lot behind the church off of Spring Street (next to Covenant Community). We also continue to have 50 spaces available in the garage of the Bank of America building on North Avenue on Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; the entrance to the garage is across the street from the Negril Village Restaurant. Please be mindful of parishioners with limited mobility. The parking spaces on West Peachtree Street, in front of the church, are reserved for members who use a cane, walker, wheelchair, or otherwise find getting from the parking lot to the church to be slow or difficult. We also ask that parishioners with full mobility reserve the surface lot for those with limited mobility.
Summer Church Office Hours
During the summer months, the church office closes at 2:30 p.m. on Fridays to give the staff extra time to enjoy the summer. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please call 404-881-0835 and the message you hear will direct you to the clergy on call.
Email Phishing Scams
Please beware of email scams by people who impersonate clergy or members of our community and ask for a "favor" and then ask for money or gift cards.
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Diocesan News and Events
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Assisting In Services
Altar Guild
Cissa Rassel, Bruce Garner, Harriott Kelly, Molly Mears
Flower Guild
Sunday Callers
Ann Stuart Pearce, Ellen Porter
Greeters
Jeanne Crass, Lori Reinking, Charlie Echols, Gordon Harper, Dot Miller, Virginia Harrison, Mimi Spang, Dan Pennywell
Parish Life
Jill Gossett
8:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Barksdale Collins
Lector
Robert Ball
Verger
Alvin Moore
10:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers
Bill Bedford, Bruce Garner, Steve Moreland, Jason Naunas
Eucharistic Visitor
Mimi Spang
Timothy Frilingos, Bobby Johnston
Intercessor
Malinda Snow
Vergers
Ellen Porter, Missi McMorries
Ushers
Brian Brown, Gabriella Castro-Diaz, Hannibal Heredia, Keith Hollingsworth, Mary Moore, Lanier Quantz, Newton Quantz, J. Harry Shannon, Clayton Skinner, David Smith, Mark Thompson, David Todd, Antonio Vicens, Charlie Vorndran
5:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Steve Hines
Lector
Bruce Garner
Verger
Barbara Blender
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634 West Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
telephone 404-881-0835, facsimile 404-881-3796
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