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December 6, 2019
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In This Issue...
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Worship Schedule
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
Wednesday
12:05 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the chapel
6:10 p.m. 7-Minute Eucharist at Wednesday Night Supper, Ellis Hall
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
12:05 p.m. Noonday Prayer, in the church
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A Note From the Rector
Dear Saints,
One of the lovelier children's hymns for this time of year is 'Thou didst leave thy throne and thy kingly crown'. It speaks of the movement of God to us in Jesus, with the beautiful closing words of the refrain, 'There is room in my heart for thee'. Sometimes, church life takes you from the sublime - the mystery of the Word made flesh - to the eminently practical - parking. With the practical in mind, I'd like to share what we are doing on our block, not to find parking for ourselves as much as share it with others. Starting this month, we are entering into a lease with Lanier Parking to utilize our parking when our lots are not in use for church and other activities. Initially we will focus on Fox Theater events, and expand beyond that, providing both a new source of revenue for the church, and a great location for our fellow Atlantans to park and enjoy what Midtown has to offer. Room in our hearts and in our parking lots - not quite what the hymn had in mind, but sometimes I find you have to stretch a concept to fit it to current hopes and needs. We will continue to communicate about this new arrangement, and should you have any questions or comments please do let us know.
Now back to preparing for the Christ child...
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Hot Sunday Breakfast
Sundays, 8:00-9:00 a.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
The cost is $5 per person; all proceeds go to the Men of Hope at Covenant Community.
Jesus on the Front Page
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., P305/306, Parish House
Facilitator: Ethel Ware Carter
Join this ongoing discussion of the news of the day and 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.
Advent Teaching Series
Sundays, December 8, 15 and 22, 10:20 - 11:05 a.m., Ross Room, 3rd Floor, Parish House
Learn from Emory University professor, Dr. David Pacini, and All Saints' clergy as we explore both ancient and modern conceptions of Jesus and how we might follow Christ as Advent people for the sake of God's kingdom of justice and joy.
For more information, contact The Rev. Dr. Andy Barnett at abarnett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Parenting with God Series: Continuing the Journey
Sunday, 10:20-11:05 a.m., P307, 3rd Floor, Parish House
Caring for children is both a gift and a challenge. Join Kathy Roberts, our Director of Children's Ministries, and fellow saints engaged in the messy and sacred art of childrearing for an extra session in our parenting series.
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Deliver Poinsettias to Homebound Saints
Sign up on Sunday, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
Ellis Hall Foyer, Parish House
Delivery is Sunday, December 22
The Sunday Callers, our ministry that delivers flower arrangements to homebound parishioners, invite everyone to help deliver poinsettias on the fourth Sunday of Advent to brighten the days of those who cannot come to church. Each volunteer will deliver one plant to one recipient and we will endeavor to match the zip codes of the volunteers to those of the recipients as best we can.
If you and/or your family are interested in participating, please contact Ellen Porter at sep66@comcast.net.
Giving Tree
Sundays through December 15,
Ellis Hall Foyer, Parish House
Select a gift from our Giving Tree (formerly known as Angel Tree) and bring joy to a child this Christmas season. Gifts for Refugee Ministries and Midtown Assistance Center are due this Sunday, December 8 and gifts for Emmaus House are due on December 15. For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Don't Miss Saint Helena's Hellfire Pepper Jelly
Sundays through December 15,
10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall Foyer
Get your stocking stuffers and hostess gifts before they sell out! Proceeds support Threads, Church of the Common Ground, and Covenant Community, as well as tuition for a female seminarian at Lake Tanganyika Theological College in Tanzania. Cash or check only (no credit cards).
For more information, contact Wanda Bokoski at wandabokoski@gmail.com.
Youth Formation (grades 6-12)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., The Attic, 3rd Floor,
Pritchett Children's Center
Children's Formation (grades K-5)
Sundays, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 2nd Floor,
All Saints' Adult Choir to Sing for
Diocesan Confirmations
Sunday, 4:00 p.m., The Cathedral of St. Philip,
2744 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta
The All Saints' Adult Choir will be the guest choir for a diocesan confirmation service at The Cathedral of St. Philip. This is the first time our parish choir has taken a service at our cathedral, and we look forward to leading the sung portions of the liturgy and offering several anthems throughout this special service.
For more information, contact Dr. Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Sunday Night Live (SNL): Christmas Spectacular!
Sunday, 6:00-8:00 p.m., The Attic,
Pritchett Children's Center
All youth in grades 6-12 are invited to find your Christmas spirit, break out your tacky sweaters, and join us for a fun evening of Christmas-themed games, songs, and cookies. We'll also have a white elephant gift swap ($10 maximum). Can't wait to see you there!
For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Worship
Advent Quiet Night
Tuesday, December 10, 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the church
Amid the bustle of this busy season, enjoy a quiet evening featuring music, readings, and prayers created by ecumenical monastics of Taizé, France, helping us rest in God's presence. Bring friends as we root ourselves in Christ's peace.
For more information, contact The Rev. Sarah Stewart at sstewart@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Christmas Eve Worship
Tuesday, December 24
- 1:00 p.m., Lessons and Carols, in the church
- 3:00 p.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Junior and Primary Choirs, in the church
- 5:00 p.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Youth Choir, in the church
- 7:00 p.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Adult Choir, in the church
- 10:00 p.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Adult Choir, in the church
Christmas Day Worship
Wednesday, December 25
- 10:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II, in the church
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Giving
There is still time to make your pledge for 2020 and add your name to our Annual Giving List!
Thanks to this generous parish, we're currently at $2.75 million pledged. If we all pitch in, we can reach our goal of $3 million! New pledges are due by Sunday, December 8 to be included in the updated Annual Giving List, which we will publish in the bulletin on Sunday, December 15.
Thank you!
Tom Harvey & Greg Coffman and Lelia & Bradley Pratt
Co-Chairs of the 2020 Annual Canvass
For more information, contact Lelia Pratt leliaschwabpratt@gmail.com.
Year-End Giving
The year is swiftly coming to a close, but there's still time to make a 2019 gift, pledge payment, or stock transfer. We must have all year-end gifts by noon on Tuesday, December 31 (or postmarked by that date) for 2019 tax purposes. Stock transfers come to us without the sender's name and we want to acknowledge your gift properly, so please let Ellen Hayes or Betsey Gibbs know the name of the stock being given as well as the number of shares. The information you need to make a stock transfer is below:
- Charles Schwab account name: All Saints' Episcopal Church
- Account number: 1084-6679
- DTC number: 0164, Code: 40
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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.
Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in P202, Parish House
For more information, contact Gretchen Chateau at jetteyeknight@hotmail.com.
Jezebels: Women's Book Study Takes a Break
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. in P201, Parish House
The Jezebels will resume on January 8, 2020 with a new selection chosen by the group.
For more information, contact Mimi Spang at mimispang@comcast.net.
Young Adult Formation Series: In Faith
Sunday, December 15, 10:20-11:05 a.m.,
P202, Parish House
Explore resources from our Christian tradition that can support us in our daily lives.
For more information, contact The Rev. Sarah Stewart at sstewart@allsaintsatlanta.org. Click here to read the weekly Young Adult Newsletter.
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Youth Formation
Sunday Night Live (SNL) Christmas Spectacular!
Sunday, December 8, 6:00-8:00 p.m.,
The Attic, Pritchett Children's Center
All youth in grades 6-12 are invited to find your Christmas spirit, break out your tacky sweaters, and join us for a fun evening of Christmas-themed games, songs, and cookies. We'll also have a white elephant gift swap ($10 maximum). Can't wait to see you there!
For more information, contact Joel Smith at jsmith@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Children's Formation
Click here to read the weekly update from Children's Ministries.
Come As You Are Christmas Pageant
with the Cherub and Youth Choirs
Sunday, December 22,
9:00 a.m. worship service,
in the church
On the last Sunday of Advent, all children are invited to dress up and tell the Christmas story during our annual non-rehearsed, no-pressure pageant that is filled with the Holy Spirit. Children who would like to participate should arrive between 8:00 and 8:45 a.m. to select a costume on the 2nd floor of Pritchett Children's Center. Everyone is invited to join us after the pageant for cookies in Ellis Hall!
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Parish Life
The Last Wednesday Night Supper of 2019!
Wednesday, December 11, 5:00-7:00 p.m.,
Ellis Hall, Parish House
We're excited to welcome the Dartmouth Cords, an all-male a capella group from Dartmouth College, to sing holiday songs with us during supper on December 11. Then, Wednesday Night Supper will take a break starting December 18 and resume on January 8, 2020. The cost of dinner is $10 per person and $4 per child (ages 3-12); enjoy wine or beer for a minimal donation. Please RSVP online at
allsaintsatlanta.org/wns, at the Parish Life table on Sunday mornings, or email Jill Gossett at
jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Caroling at the MARTA Station
Wednesday, December 18, 5:00 p.m.,
North Avenue MARTA Station
Cookie Reception after in Ellis Hall, Parish House
Join All Saints' clergy, choir, and fellow saints in making a joyful noise by singing carols at the entrance of the North Avenue MARTA station, followed by refreshments in Ellis Hall. Bring your favorite Christmas cookie to share!
For more information, contact The Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintstatlanta.org.
Young Adults: Saints on Tap Advent Potluck
Wednesday, December 18, 6:30 p.m.,
The Attic, 3rd Floor, Pritchett Children's Center
Break out the holiday attire (if you so choose) and bring your favorite dish to share.
RSVP with what you're bringing to Michael Asmussen at michael.asmussen@gmail.com.
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Music
Concert Series: Coro Vocati
Sunday, December 15, 3:00 p.m., in the church
The ensemble Coro Vocati returns to All Saints' for what has become an annual holiday tradition. Under the direction of John H. Dickson, this year's Advent and Christmas program promises to delight. The cost is $25 for general admission, $10 for students, no cost for children and teens under age 18. Purchase admission at
allsaintsatlanta.org/concert-series.
For more information, contact Dr. Kirk Rich at krich@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Service
Refugee Ministries: Educational Advocacy Home Visits
Saturday, December 7, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,
Clarkston, GA
Are you interested in helping refugee parents connect with their children's educational needs and progress? Join us to conduct initial home visits in Clarkston. We will provide a script to follow and a volunteer partner to accompany you.
To sign-up, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Feed the Flock with the
Holy Comforter
Dinner Ministry
Wednesday, December 11, 6:00 p.m.,
Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, 737 Woodland Ave.
Join a group from All Saints' in providing a meal for the community at Holy Comforter, a parish in southeast Atlanta where about 60% of the congregation live with mental illness.
To sign up to volunteer, please contact Shane Hunziker at shane.hunziker@shunziker.com.
Refugee Ministries Christmas Party
Saturday, December 14, 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.,
Leapin' Lizards, North Dekalb Mall,
2050
Lawrenceville Hwy #1002, Decatur
Spread some holiday cheer with our refugee friends! We invite volunteers to help supervise and provide transportation (drivers must be 25 or older). This is a great opportunity for teens or families with small children to get to know the families we help support through our Refugee Ministries program.
To sign-up to volunteer or for more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, December 30, January 13 and 20,
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.
St. Nicholas Shoe Collection for
Threads and Midtown Assistance Center
Drop Off Donations in Ellis Hall Foyer, Parish House through Wednesday, January 8
As a way of sharing the spirit of St. Nicholas, join Children's Ministries in collecting shoes for Threads and Midtown Assistance Center. Bring in a pair of new children's shoes (all sizes) and/or gently used shoes and work boots for adults.
For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
MLK Day 5K for Covenant Community
Monday, January 20, 8:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.,
Piedmont Park
Register before December 31
Run or walk the MLK Day 5K with and for Covenant Community on January 20, 2020! Register online at
mlkday5k.com, and be sure to select Covenant Community as your team so they receive $5 from your entry fee. The cost is $30 before December 31 and increases after that.
For more information, contact Ann Stuart Pearce at soccergoob@hotmail.com.
Volunteer to Serve during the Forma Conference
Tuesday, January 21 through Friday, January 24,
All Saints' Campus
All Saints' will host clergy and lay leaders from Episcopal churches around the country during the Forma Conference. We invite volunteers to serve during the conference by offering directions, greeting, and other fun and easy tasks. Any amount of time you can offer will be helpful. To sign up, please contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Serve as an Usher During our 11:15 a.m.
Worship Services
Our Usher Ministry invites new members to serve as friendly faces and provide warm welcome to everyone who enters our church doors, with extra attention to visitors and those with special needs. Ushers also distribute bulletins, collect offerings, provide attendance counts, and guide worshipers to communion. Each 11:15 a.m. team serves one month at a time for four months during the year.
If you're interested in serving, please contact Charlie Rigby at polyadd333@gmail.com.
Donate Shoes and Clothing to Threads
Threads, our children's clothing ministry, requests the following donations: warm winter coats; new shoes and sneakers for toddler boys in sizes 7, 12, and 13; new men's sneakers in sizes 5, 6, 7 and 9; new shoes and sneakers for toddler girls in sizes 7, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 1; new shoes and sneakers for women and youth in sizes 3, 4, 5 and 8; packages of diapers all sizes; and large bottles of shampoo and conditioner.
For more information, contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org. If you'd like to keep up with the latest news and stories from Threads, follow our blog or subscribe to our mailing list.
Donate Men's Shoes and Underwear to Midtown Assistance Center (MAC)
MAC, our ministry partner that provides emergency assistance, requests donations of new or gently used work shoes or work boots and new men's underwear.
For more information, contact Tori Cole at torilcole@yahoo.com.
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General
E-mail Server Down Last Week
Due to issues with our server, All Saints' clergy and staff did not receive any email messages between the afternoon of Tuesday, November 26 and the evening of Sunday, December 1. The issues seem to be resolved, but if you are uncertain about whether we have received your email, please re-send your message or call the church office at 404-881-0835.
Tiffany Talk and Tour
Saturday, February 1, 2020, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.,
All Saints' Episcopal Church, North Avenue Presbyterian Church, and First Presbyterian Church
Tour three churches in Midtown, including our own, with Tiffany historian Dr. Josh Probert to learn more about the history and significance of the stained-glass windows, especially those created by Louis C. Tiffany. Tickets are $25 (includes lunch) and are expected to sell quickly. Learn more and purchase tickets at
firstpresatl.org/tiffanytalk.
Parking for Fox Theater Events
Starting this month we are entering into a lease with Lanier Parking when our parking is not in use for church and other activities as a source of revenue for the church. Initially, we will focus on Fox Theater events. Please let us know if you have questions.
For more information, contact Pat Kiley at patkiley@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Email Phishing Scams
Please continue to 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.
Learn more.
Reminder: Parking on Sunday Mornings
On Sundays only, we continue to have 50 spaces available in the garage of the Bank of America building on North Avenue from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; the entrance to the garage is across the street from the Negril Village Restaurant.
Click here to view a map.
Please be Mindful of Parishioners
with Limited Mobility
On Sunday mornings, the parking spaces on West Peachtree Street, in front of the church, are reserved for those 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 next to Egleston Hall for seniors and those with limited mobility.
Diocesan News and Events
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Learning Together with the
Future of Our Block
Steering Committee
On Sunday, November 24, we had the final session in our series of Learning Together presentations, exploring how churches across the country have imagined their own legacy projects for their buildings and grounds as we prepare next year at All Saints' to discern the future of our own block.
Visit
futureofourblock.org
to read recaps of all of the Learning Together sessions and to learn about next steps.
Join the Future of Our Block Work
In preparation for next year's discernment as a parish over the future of our block, as we seek to leave a legacy for mission for generations to come, two new teams are being formed: the
Parish History Committee and the
Parish Engagement Committee. Most of the Parish History Committee's work will be focused on January next year. The work of the Parish Engagement Committee will focus on activity in March to June and then again from August to October.
If you are interested in serving on either committee, please contact The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Assisting In Services
Altar Guild
Molly Beery, Kate Stradtman, Susanne Logan, Sally Hansen
Flower Guild
Shelley Sawyer, Margaret Martin
Sunday Callers
Elvira Mannelly, Henry Oliver, Jay Lowe
Welcome Team
Jeanne Crass, Sarah Hansen, Sherry Collins, Babs Turner, Mary Brennan, Mary Wyman Woodward, Rainey Woodward, Leighton Stradtman, Sydney Cleland, Mimi Spang, Debbie Wilson, Jowell Thome, Courtney Fowler, Hania Poole, Jay Poole
8:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Ruth Gray
Lector
Robert Ball
Verger
Alvin Moore
9:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers
Lauri Begley, Jo Ann Dalton, Sarah Hansen, Steve Moreland, Jason Naunas, Jan Kibler
Eucharistic Visitor
Bob Bunker
Lectors
David Langford, Alvin Moore
Intercessor
Kim Westbrook
Vergers
Lynda Smith, Jerry Byrd
Ushers
David Aldridge, David Barber, Fain Barton, Luke Barton, Will Barton, David Begley, Kris Birkness, Doug Bragg, Dave Chambless, Iain Chambless, Justin Connell, David DeLaney, Kevin Hayes, Larry Jones, Steve Moreland, Jason Naunas, Lee Robinson, Mike Rodgers, Caroline Stanford, Johnathan Stanford, Vance White, Ritchie Williams
Acolytes
Natalie Rinck, Lindsay Vicens, Jamie Vicens, Will Docka, Taylor Docka, Nora Gaynor, Darcy Gaynor, Catherine Heckler
11:15 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers
Becky Williams, David Todd, Lana Jordan, John Carter
Lectors
Jerry Byrd, Elizabeth Chesnut
Intercessor
Ralph Engelberger
Vergers
Lynda Herrig, Charlie Vorndran
Ushers
Peggy Allumbaugh, Joe Bryan, Dabney Daniel, JoAnn Foshee, Walter George, Virginia Harrison, David Martin, Jamie Miller, Dot Miller, David Osborn, Jim Paisley, Dan Pennywell, Mary Polly, Charlie Rigby, Morrie Spang, Bob Woodward
Acolytes
Andrew Abernathy, Storey Abernathy, Billy Bellini, Ethan Parks, Nicholas Mauriello, Bailey Sullivan
5:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Steve Hines
Lector
Ed Wooller
Verger
Barbara Blender
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