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October 9, 2020
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Sunday
- 8:00 a.m. Children's Church
- 10:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Rite II (LIVE)
- 4:30 p.m. A Service of Recovery and Healing (Zoom)
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
- 12:05 p.m. Noonday Prayer (LIVE)
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  A Note From the Rector
Dear saints,
Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day. Each year, at this time, I am reminded of work I did now nearly 20 years ago, reading the Bible with groups of people who self-identified as having poor mental health. Because the Bible studies were part of my biblical theology PhD work, it was hard to find a group who would let me in among Boston's mental health providers. Religion and mental illness have not always mixed well. But mix we did, and the insights those readers shared feed me still. One of my favorite lines was actually a comment on the intended inclusiveness of my group reading method, where one reader turned to another and said, 'We all have our opinions here, right 'Dave'?' Yes we do, and praise God for that.
Global recognition of our shared need for good mental health is important, especially in the midst of a pandemic, as is the reminder that each of us has a voice. At its best, the church is home to a myriad of voices, especially those who are often unheard. This Sunday's Faith in the City conversation with Sally Yates will offer us a sense of that and how the aspirations of faith and the American ideals of freedom, justice and patriotism are all works in progress, as are we.
I hope that you can take some time this weekend to attend to your health and to lift up to God the hope for greater wellness in our union as a nation. And please know, whatever needs you might feel are pressing upon your heart, we are here for you.
Peace,
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Supporting a City in Need: Your 2021 Annual Canvass Pledges Are Lifting Through Generosity!
There are so many ways your pledges serve our community and the city beyond. Did you know that in 2020 Threads partnered with a new agency before the pandemic called Grateful Hearts? The agency serves mothers who have been incarcerated or have had a child while incarcerated. At Threads they receive a beautiful shopping experience to get what they need for their babies.
"We can't underestimate the potency of our mission to clothe children with dignity," says Threads Coordinator Lori Guarisco.
This week's video focuses on our support of Threads and the many agencies that are served by All Saints' volunteers. The pledges of this parish represent who we are in the world and what we believe in.
Thank you,
Danny and Louisa Johnson
Chairs of the 2021 Annual Canvass
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Pride Sunday
On the second weekend of each October, our community joins the city of Atlanta in celebrating Pride, inviting everyone to honor and rejoice in the glorious way that God has created the diversity of humanity, as well as recognize the ongoing struggle for equality, inclusion, and acceptance. Especially this week, please join us in praying for and lifting up all who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+).
Children's Church
Sundays, 8:00 a.m., on Facebook and VimeoJoin us to sing, pray, learn, and go forth to serve. Please send Mrs. Kathy your prayer requests and birthdays by each Wednesday for the following Sunday. For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Sabbath Sunday for Children's Formation
Children's Formation takes a break this week (we take a Sabbath Sunday once every three weeks). Here is our typical schedule: Kindergarteners and 1st graders meet from 9:00-9:30 a.m.; 2nd and 3rd graders meet from 9:30-10:00 a.m.; and Club 45 (4th and 5th graders) meet from 10:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Faith in the City:
Justice and American Identity with Sally YatesSunday, October 11, 9:00-9:45 a.m., on Facebook and Vimeo
Join Revs. Simon Mainwaring and Natosha Reid Rice in conversation with parishioner and former Acting U.S. Attorney General, Sally Yates, as they explore the theme of 'Justice and American Identity'. Sally served for three decades at the Department of Justice, here in Atlanta and in Washington, with civil rights, criminal justice and prison reform measures among her many achievements. Sally currently co-chairs the Council on Criminal Justice, is a board member at the Ethics Research Center and is Partner for Special Matters and Government Investigations at King and Spalding. The conversation will be broadcast live to Facebook and Vimeo on Sunday, October 11 at 9:00 a.m. ET. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring at smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
 Jesus on the Front Page
Sundays, 9:00 a.m., on Zoom
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. Jesus on the From Page also has a Facebook group (click here to join). Please click here to sign up for this group, which is led by Ethel Ware Carter.
Morning Prayer Livestream
W e offer Morning Prayer LIVE on Facebook and Vimeo on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Click here for instructions and helpful tips to join the live service. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Andrew Barnett.
Young Adults: Virtual Brunch and Bible
Sunday, October 11, 11:00 a.m., on Zoom
Gather 'round our virtual/communal table the second Sunday of each month for a lively bring-your-own-brunch conversation with peers and mentors. You only need a posture of respect and generosity (and a suitable mobile device) to be in the "Zoom Where It Happens" as we explore God's Living Word in scripture and in the unfolding texts of our lives. Please click here to sign up for this Zoom gathering and Mark Kolojejchick-Kotch will send you the meeting link and password.
Walk the Labyrinth and Enjoy Live Music at All Saints'
Sundays beginning October 4, 6:00-6:45 p.m., Kennedy Courtyard
The Diocesan COVID-19 protocols now allow for 'pilgrimage' activities on church campuses. Starting on October 4, we will offer the opportunity for a group of up to 15 parishioners to walk the labyrinth outdoors in the Kennedy Courtyard on Sundays from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. All participants must follow our COVID-19 protocols and register online. A member of the clergy will host each gathering. Please click here to register. For more information, contact Betsey Gibbs, bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org.
A Service of Recovery and Healing
Sunday, October 11, 4:30 p.m., on Zoom
Led by the Reverend Bob Book, our Service of Recovery and Healing meets on the second Sunday of each month at 4:30 p.m. ET. We focus on one of the 12 Steps in the context of an Evening Prayer service. Anyone interested in recovery is welcome; confidentiality is required. Please click here to sign up for these Zoom meetings and Ellen Porter will send you the meeting link and password.
Youth Choir Rehearsal Sundays, 6:00-7:00 p.m., Zoom
Youth Choir is different this year, but weekly we are staying connected via Zoom, learning new music, finding comfort in our favorite songs and hymns, closing with worship, and making a difference. For more information, contact Karol Kimmell at karolkimmell@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Flower Memorials for All Saints' Sunday
Please Donate Online by October 25
On Sunday, November 1, we will celebrate the Feast of All Saints and remember loved ones who are no longer with us. One meaningful form of remembrance is to adorn our altar and worship space with flowers, a tradition made possible only by the generous donations of this parish. Please click here to make a donation of any amount online; donations must be received by October 25 to be included in the All Saints' Sunday bulletin. For more information, contact Betsey Gibbs at bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Recordings of Adult Formation Classes
Many of our Adult Formation classes are recorded and available to watch on our website. Click here to view the videos; new videos from Sundays are posted on Tuesdays.
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Noonday Prayer
Mondays through Thursdays, 12:05 p.m., on Facebook
Join our clergy for Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The service is broadcast live on Facebook with clergy members joining from their homes. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Andrew Barnett at abarnett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Thursdays, 8:00-8:30 p.m., on Zoom
Everyone is welcome to join our young adults for communal prayers using the service of Compline from the Book of Common Prayer (there is a free online version available at bcponline.org). Please click here to sign up for this group, which is led by Justin Averette.
Please Donate Flower Memorials and Thanksgivings
We welcome your support of our Flower Guild, whose work is offered to the glory of God. We invite your gifts in loving memory of those who have died, and in celebration of God's blessings in your life. The suggested donation is $150 and multiple flower memorials may be printed in bulletins to accommodate our parishioners' generosity. For more information, contact Betsey Gibbs at bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Adult Formation
On Reflection
Join our clergy for a short piece of theologically informed social commentary. We'll think about God and the world, and what it is like to live faithfully in it. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Andrew Barnett at abarnett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
The Journey with the Rev. Karen Evans
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m., on Zoom
Begins Wednesday, September 9
The Bible is full of journeys: short, long, searching, moving, fleeing and more. Things happen on these journeys: lives are changed, new directions are found; and through it all, "the feeling remains that God is on the journey, too" -Teresa of Avila. The Journey is a Bible study exploring the biblical journeys and what they have to say about our own. Our first journey is with the Israelites as they travel through the wilderness to the Promised Land. Please click here to register.
 The MICAH Project: Introduction to Sacred Ground with Sarah Hill
Sundays, October 18, October 25, and November 1,
9:00-9:55 a.m., on Zoom
Would you like to take part in small group conversations about race and our faith journey? The Episcopal Church has created a 10-part curriculum of small-group study, listening, and sharing called Sacred Ground: A Film-Based Dialogue Series on Race and Faith. As an introduction to Sacred Ground, The MICAH Project offers three classes that sample the curriculum's readings and films. Each class includes opportunities for conversation about the material as it relates to race and faith in our lives. Please click here to register.
 Lost in Wonder, Love and Praise: Music in the Church with the Rev. Zack Nyein
Sundays, October 18, October 25, and November 1, 9:00-9:55 a.m., on ZoomJoin the Rev. Zack Nyein for a three-week exploration of hymns, psalms, and anthems. We will consider the history and theology of some of the great works in our canon, focusing on the relationship between music and meaning. Please click here to register.
 A Scaffolding for Life: The Daily Office and Common Prayer with the Rev. Dr. Andrew K. Barnett and the Rev. Rebecca Parker
Sundays, October 18 and 25, 9:00-9:55 a.m., on Zoom
In our rising and in our laying down, daily prayer builds a rhythm for our lives. Especially in a time such as this, where so much of what we have come to rely on has disappeared, discover the treasures available in Morning Prayer, Noonday Prayer, and Evening Prayer with the Rev. Dr. Andrew K. Barnett and the Rev. Rebecca Parker. Experience simple and approachable prayer practices that you can carry with you. Please click here to register.
 This Strange and Sacred Scripture with Ryan BonfiglioSunday, November 1,
9:00-9:55 a.m. on Zoom
Ryan Bonfiglio, director of the Candler Foundry, joins the All Saints' clergy for an exploration of tricky questions in the Old Testament.
 Tis a Gift to be Simple: Conversation as Art with Virginia Apperson, Caroline Herring, the Rev. Martha SterneWednesdays, October 21, October 28, and November 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m., on Zoom
The latin roots of "conversation" mean literally "to turn with." Imagine the transformation that could happen if we all developed that skill. Join this series with Virginia Apperson, Caroline Herring, and the Rev. Martha Sterne to learn about developing listening as a spiritual practice and an art form. Please click here to register.
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Young Adults
Saints Untapped: Breaking Out
Thursday, October 15, 7:00-8:00 p.m. on Zoom
Join us as we break out of pandemic monotony and experiment with popcorn-style virtual conversations. You won't want to miss the break out room magic as we mix up the dialogue, with rotating partners and fresh topics! Please click here to sign up for this Zoom gathering and Michael Asmussen will send you the meeting link and password.
Beauty Belongs Here with Emmaus House
Saturday, October 31, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Emmaus House
You may remember that we had planned to host a landscaping service day this past April at Emmaus House called "Beauty Belongs Here." Fortunately, we are able to reschedule this event for Saturday, October 31 with some modifications. Participation will be limited to young adults only and the following safety precautions apply:
- We will wear masks and work outside, staying six feet or more apart at all times.
- Everyone should bring and wear their own gardening gloves.
- We will not share landscaping tools. Emmaus House will provide appropriate tools for the projects we are undertaking.
- We will each bring our own mask and gloves to wear (a small number of disposable masks will be available for those who forget theirs).
Please click here to sign up for contact-tracing purposes. We will have a very safe and fun morning of beautifying the Emmaus House and getting it ready for winter. Please do join us for this autumn project! For more information, contact Sarah Stewart at sstewart@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Jesus as a Radical RevolutionaryThursday, November 5, 7:00-8:00 p.m., on Zoom
Join us for a lively discussion on social justice. This fall formation series, held on the first Thursday of each month, invites us to explore topics of revolution, dissent, disruption, and change in society and the church. These discussions begin at 7:00 p.m. and are followed by Compline prayers at 8:00 p.m. Please click here to sign up for this gathering, which is led by Justin Averette.
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Children's Ministries
Children's Church
Sabbath Sunday for Children's Formation
Children's Formation takes a break this week. We'll see you next Sunday, October 18! For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Wednesday Children's Choir Rehearsals
Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Zoom
Register Online to Participate
We learn and sing about Bible characters, hymns, psalms and prayers. Meeting times each Wednesday are:
- Cherub (PreK-K) at 4:00 p.m.
- Primary (grades 1 and 2) at 4:30 p.m.
- Junior (grades 3-6) at 5:15 p.m.
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Parish Life
Jezebels Women's Reading Group
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m., on Zoom
Jezebels is a women's reading group that has met continuously for 16 years. We read a variety of fiction, nonfiction, plays, and poetry, deeply exploring each selection over a period of weeks.
Please click here to sign up for this group, and Mimi Spang will contact you with the Zoom meeting link and password.
Contemplative PrayerWednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., on Zoom
"Be still and know that I am God..." -Psalm 46:10
Contemplative Prayer sessions have resumed on Zoom. We'll learn about the centuries-old practice of this type of prayer, avail ourselves of readings for reflection and discussion, and set aside time to enter into holy silence in the discipline of centering prayer, offering another way to build communities of faith that bond us in mutual friendship and Christ's love. All are welcome, from novices to longtime practitioners. Please click here to sign up for this group, and Gretchen Chateau will contact you with the Zoom meeting link and password.
Novel Theology: Jayber Crow by Wendell Berry
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00-8:00 p.m., on Zoom
Facilitator: Laura Trott
In this rich novel, Wendell Berry tells the story of Jayber Crow, orphan and divinity student, who returns home to Port William, Kentucky, after college to live out a quiet bachelorhood as town barber, church sexton, and gravedigger, witnessing the changes in rural Southern life caused by the decline of traditional farming and the rise of agribusiness. A quiet man and a good listener, Jayber recalls the lives of his friends and neighbors, and those he's loved. Please click here to sign up for this Zoom gathering and Amelia Tuttle will send you the meeting link and password.
All Saints' Connects: Community Small Groups
Register by October 25 for the November Groups
Connect with the saints as we gather afresh, through virtual constellations this fall! We will share stories and spiritual conversations within these innovative four-week community small groups. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Please click here to register by October 25 for the November groups. For more information, contact the Rev. Sarah Stewart at sstewart@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Staying Resilient During Job Uncertainty
A job search during COVID-19 can be a complicated puzzle to assemble. Chris Mathes, self-proclaimed family business survivor, has offered to help parishioners discern what this process toward employment looks like. Would you like to join us on Zoom? Please click here to sign up.
Our beautiful new notecards are here! Each package contains 10 note cards with envelopes; two each of five different photographs from around our campus. Your purchase will help support our four core ministries: Threads, Refugee Ministries, Covenant Community and Midtown Assistance Center (MAC). Notecard packages are $12 each and will be mailed to you; click here to purchase. For more information, Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Service
Threads Winter Coat Drive
Donate Warm Winter Coats for Children by October 20
Threads, our children's clothing ministry, is collecting new or gently used winter coats for children (sizes toddler through big kids size 18 and adult small), along with new winter hats and gloves. Bring donations to All Saints' during business hours or you can place an order online and have it shipped to the church at 634 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 (attn: Threads). Due to the global pandemic, we ask that you please follow these guidelines when donating items:
- If you would like to donate a gently-used coat, please wash it before you bring it to the church.
- All donations that you bring to the church must be in a bag or container that is labeled "Threads Coat Drive."
- Threads cannot accept donations of any other type at this time (winter coats, hats, and gloves ONLY).
We also invite volunteers to help deliver the coats on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25. Please click here to sign up for a coat and/or to help deliver. For more information, please contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org or watch this video from Lori called "Winter Coats 101."
Refugee Ministries: Tutoring Orientation Sessions
Tuesday, October 13, 6:00-7:00 p.m., on Zoom OR
Monday, October 26, 6:00-7:00 p.m., on Zoom
Join us for an information session about serving as a tutor over Zoom with Refugee Ministries. We work with students in our program from second to twelfth grade to help with homework via Zoom during this difficult time. Lesson plans and materials are provided; 12 sessions desired. Volunteers 6th Grade and up welcome. Volunteers Anne Stanford and Kris Birkness will lead the session on October 13 and Marissa Zwald and Keith Clark will lead the session on October 26. Please click here
to sign up for the session on October 13 and click here to sign up for the session on October 26.
Provide a Meal for the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, October 12, 19, and 26
What better way to give back in the spirit of this new season than to help with Monday dinners for Covenant Community. While it is still not possible to join the men inside the residence to share a meal with them, an encouraging protocol has been put in place. Until further notice, dinner can be dropped off at Covenant Community's front door on Spring Street any time during the day. After dinner, the men would very much like to do a Zoom meeting with the parishioner(s) so that everyone could virtually get together. Your participation will be very much appreciated. Please click here to inquire about providing a meal and Barbara Blender will be in touch to help coordinate.
Help Bring Thanksgiving to our Neighbors with Covenant Community, Refugee Ministries, Threads, and Children's MinistriesThis Thanksgiving, the men of Covenant Community are excited to create boxed Thanksgiving meals for former refugee families we serve through our Refugee Ministries program and for the graduates of Covenant Community who live at the Sterne House. Each boxed meal feeds a family of five; the cost is $75 per box. The families will also receive warm winter coats from the Threads Coat Drive. In addition, Children's Ministries will make special Blessing Bags to be distributed to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. These bags will include items like protein bars, hand sanitizer, masks, socks, and more; the cost is $20 per bag. Please support these efforts by sponsoring a meal, a Blessing Bag, or both. We also invite volunteers to help deliver the meals on Tuesday, November 24. Please click here to donate and/or sign up to deliver meals. For more information, contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Invite MAC to Your Small Group
Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) continues to provide financial assistance to Atlantans during the COVID-19 crisis. MAC's staff would love to join you in your small group Zoom calls if you would like to hear more from them directly on the work they do to help prevent hunger and homelessness. Please feel free to reach out to ciara@midtownassistancectr.org for more information.
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General
Technical Help Desk Ministry
Having technical trouble engaging with church online? We now have technical support ministry. If you experience issues accessing the Sunday morning worship broadcast or formation classes on Zoom, please submit a help form at allsaintsatlanta.org/techsupport. After submitting a form, someone will get back to you as soon as possible to help address your problem.
Volunteers Needed for our Technical Help Desk Ministry
As our online ministries expand, we need help offering technical support to parishioners who need it. If you would be willing to help your fellow parishioners access church online, please contact the Rev. Zack Nyein at znyein@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Get the Most Up-to-Date Information
Please continue to monitor our website for the latest news about upcoming virtual events, online worship services, and the answers to frequently asked questions regarding our policies and protocols during this time of temporary closure: allsaintsatlanta.org/covid-19.
Beware of 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. Click here to learn more.
Diocesan News
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