Hotlanta Half Marathon This Sunday!
The Hotlanta Half Marathon takes place this Sunday with a race start time of 7:00 a.m. The race course will close - and all roads will open back up - at 10:30 a.m. Your route to or from the block may be affected by the race course as the runners make their way through Midtown and Downtown. Please plan accordingly and we hope to see you on the block for our 10:00 a.m. service! Take a look at the race course here. |
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Overflow Parking at Bank of America is Back!
We now have additional parking spaces available at the Bank of America parking deck. This parking option is available to us on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The entrance to the parking deck is off of North Avenue, across the street from the Negril Village restaurant.
No validation tickets are needed; the automatic gates will open for you when you pull up.
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Summer Worship Schedule Continues This Sunday
- 8:00 a.m.: Holy Eucharist Rite I in the Chapel
- 10:00 a.m.: Worship with Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Church
- 5:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Chapel
Our regular Sunday worship schedule will resume on Sunday, August 21 and Noonday Prayer will resume on Monday, August 22. |
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“Look for the helpers. You can always find people who are helping.” - Fred Rogers
Dear saints, My appreciation has deepened for the gentle helpers who always seem close at hand at All Saints’. These understated heroes are often working on the periphery, quietly upholding rhythms of life that simply wouldn’t be possible without their faithful ministry. Such staff sustain our ability to respond in love to the regular opportunities the Holy Spirit orchestrates on this beloved block. One of the newest members of this steady team is Joseph Brantley, who serves as facilities assistant to Maurice Reddick. I recently had the privilege of learning more about Joseph’s story, as he described his original arrival in Atlanta five years ago. The Holy Spirit led Joseph to look for helpers in this city and that journey of faith brought him to Covenant Community. Joseph is one of the Men of Hope who have graduated from Covenant’s residential program. And his recent promotion to full-time facilities staff now means his gracious energy and kind spirit will be available to aid us all. This summer, I hope you will take an opportune moment to know Joseph better, along with the other valued support staff members at All Saints’, especially if you haven’t seen them in a while. Whether you talk sports (Joseph’s memories of a Covenant outing to Atlanta United will be a highlight!), seek out Joseph’s perspective on Stephen Spielberg, learn about his love of landscapes, or hear stories of his college-age daughter, Jazmin, and his wife, Tanika, you’ll find Joseph to be one of those gracious helpers that Fred Rogers taught us to look for gratefully. Rejoicing in connections inspired by the Holy Spirit, who dwells in each of us, |
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Stump the Organist
Every Sunday of the Summer (10:00 a.m. service only)
Come to church a little early and play Stump the Organist! Beginning Sunday, May 29, we will try something new at our 10 am service. At 9:50 we will open up the floor to your hymn requests, singing as many as we can until the start of the service. Come prepared to call out the number of your favorite hymn and see if you can "stump the organist." |
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Juneteenth
Sunday, June 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Join us for a festive celebration of Juneteenth, where we honor the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.
- 9:00: Pilgrims to Selma and Montgomery share stories from their trip
- 10:00: Holy Eucharist with guest musicians
- Following Worship: A postlude concert with tenor soloist Tyrone Webb
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Sports and Spirituality
Thursday, June 16, 7:00-8:00 p.m., on Zoom
Please join Judd Asbill and Paul Terlemezian as we begin each session by talking about sports and then using humor (perhaps irony) to transition the conversation to spirituality.
Bring your favorite sports story from any sport of your choice. Be part of a JOYful experience that will bring Glory to God, especially while we learn from those who compete "against" each other. Please sign up online to receive the Zoom link.
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A Service of Recovery and Healing
Sunday, June 12, 4:30-5:00 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 register here for the Zoom meeting and Ellen Porter will send you the meeting link and password. |
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Popcorn Theology: "Adam’s Apples"
Friday, June 10, 7:00-9:30 p.m., Ellis Hall
Join us June 10th to watch "Adam's Apples," a Danish film by Anders Thomas Jensen. "Designed to elicit as many gasps as laughs, Jensen's pitch-black comedy offers an audaciously skewed take on good vs. evil." Featuring Ulrich Thomsen and Mads Mikkelsen, it was an Official Selection, Sundance Film Festival. Run time is 94 minutes. We'll have time for discussion immediately following the film. ADULTS ONLY for this one. Subtitles. Beer, wine, soft drinks, and popcorn provided. Feel free to bring your own food/drink.
*Save the date for our next all-ages Popcorn Theology on June 8.* |
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Education for Ministry Celebration Sunday
Sunday, June 12, 11:30 a.m., Ellis Hall
Are you an EfM grad, are you currently in an EfM group, or do you want to know more about EfM? Then come celebrate with us on June 12 at 11:30 a.m. in Ellis Hall. Lunch will be provided at no charge! We will have group discussions on "Where are you on your Life's Spiritual Journey."
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a four-year program sponsored by the Theology School at the University of the South (Sewanee). Not only do we cover the Bible and other church documents, but we then discuss how to use that knowledge to live more faithfully in our daily lives. All Saints' has more than 400 EfM graduates! If you would be interested in learning more about the program, please join us. |
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Eggonomics with Dr. Grace Leslie
Thursday, June 16, 7:00-8:30 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join us for breakfast and to hear what’s happening with technology companies across Midtown. This month’s speaker is Dr. Grace Leslie, Assistant Professor of Music Technology at Georgia Tech, where she directs the Brain Music Lab. There is a $5 cost for breakfast, which begins at 7:00 a.m., followed by the speaker presentation at 7:30 a.m.
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Giving: Give a Gift to Honor or Remember a Loved One
Did you know you can give a gift to All Saints' in honor of a recent graduate (or a new couple, birth, baptism, etc.)? The average gift is $25. Send a gift and mark it "Memorials and Gifts" fund. Or click this giving link. The church will send your honoree a note acknowledging the gift and will list their names in the All Saints' Day bulletin in November. What a great way to lift someone up and support All Saints', too. What does the church use these gifts for? The Memorials and Gifts Fund supplies needed items for our worship life. Recent examples are: choir robes, clergy vestments, communion kits, re-covering the library chairs, and a seasonal banner for the procession. It is much needed and always appreciated here. Thank you!
Special thanks to Charlie Boyd and the Memorials and Gifts Committee: Patrick Becker, Edgar Callaway, Winifred Davis, Wayne Keith, Nixon Lowe, and Leila Pratt.
Give a Gift or Make a Pledge Payment Today:
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Party in the Park
Saturday, June 25, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Piedmont Park
Bring the whole family and a picnic lunch for fellowship and outdoor games. We will meet in the field near Park Tavern. Look for the welcome signs! For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org |
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 | Read The MICAH Project's June Newsletter
The June edition of The MICAH Project at All Saints’ newsletter is now available!
This edition includes:
- Meet the Saints: Natosha Reid Rice
- Reflections: Out of Hand Theater's CALF
- Upcoming opportunities: Jordan is So Chilly, An Encounter with Lillian Smith and Brenda Bynum
- And more!
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Popcorn Theology: "Adam’s Apples"
Friday, June 10, 7:00-9:30 p.m., Ellis Hall
Join us June 10th to watch "Adam's Apples," a Danish film by Anders Thomas Jensen. "Designed to elicit as many gasps as laughs, Jensen's pitch-black comedy offers an audaciously skewed take on good vs. evil." Featuring Ulrich Thomsen and Mads Mikkelsen, it was an Official Selection, Sundance Film Festival. Run time is 94 minutes. We'll have time for discussion immediately following the film. ADULTS ONLY for this one. Subtitles. Beer, wine, soft drinks, and popcorn provided. Feel free to bring your own food/drink.
*Save the date for our next all-ages Popcorn Theology on July 8* |
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Bringing Back the Boon: Reflections from the Legacy and Justice Pilgrimage to Alabama
Sunday, June 19, 9:00 a.m.-9.50 a.m., Ross Room
Come listen and learn as pilgrims share their reflections on the recent Legacy and Justice Pilgrimage to Selma and Montgomery. "The story that we bring back from our journeys is the boon. It is the gift of grace that was passed to us in the heart of our journey."-from The Art of Pilgrimage by Phil Cousineau. |
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Refugees Ministries: Swimming Buddies Saturdays, June 18, July 23 and August 20. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., various locations Saturday, September 10, all day, Lake Jackson |
Cool off with Refugee Ministries this summer 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. |
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Refugee Ministries: Welcome a New Family to the United States
The first three months after arrival are often very challenging for a newly arrived refugee family. We invite volunteers aged 25 and over (who are welcome to bring families and friends, including children, to any outing) to offer three resettlement activities for a new family to be completed over a period of six months.
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Save the Date: Threads Back to School Event
July 14-16, 21-23
Threads will reopen the shop for a 6 day school uniform give-away. Volunteer opportunities will be available. Stay tuned! For more information contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org |
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American Red Cross Blood Drive at All Saints'
Sunday, July 17, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Ellis Hall
Donate life-saving blood! The American Red Cross is facing a severe shortage as hospital demand continues to outpace donations. Please consider signing up for an appointment.
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- We invite donations of new or gently used children's clothing and new shoes for summer. Donation boxes are located on the first floor of the Pritchett Center and in the first floor stairwell between Ellis Hall and Egleston Hall, outside of the choir suite.
- In preparation for a School Uniform Back-to-School giveaway in July, please also consider donating school uniforms during the month of June. We are requesting white, light blue, or navy collared shirts and khaki or navy pants and shorts. All sizes, boys and girls styles are needed.
- Threads also needs new sneakers, boys sizes 5-10.
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Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
Mondays, June 13 and 20
During this joyous summer season, please consider bringing dinner to the men of Covenant Community on a Monday night. Meals can either be shared with the men inside the residence or they can be dropped off during the day.
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Grace Notes
A huge thank you to all the folks that helped us during Vacation Bible School this past week! It was a big success because of your ministry to our kids. Counselors/CIT: Nate Bell (and friend Dan), Jack Cannon, Oscar Cannon, Vivienne Cannon, Thomas Coakley, Audrey Dobranski (and friend Cater), Jude Douglas, Darcy Gaynor, Maddy Johnson, Nate Little, Liam Richeson, Eva Schroeder, Ana Shepherdson, Bailey Sullivan, Cece Sullivan, Hannah Sullivan, Remy Wilkes Adult Volunteers: Mary Brennan, Sarah Bryant, Maria del Mar Ceballos, Amy Gaynor, Brooke Gifford, Karol Kimmell, Susan Rawls, Hope Westervelt, and Pete and Janet Todd for bringing the Whale!
A sincere thanks to Cherish Carr for leading our nursery this program year. Cherish leaves us as Director of the Nursey to spend Sundays at home with her new husband. Congrats and blessings! We are excited to welcome Janelle King as the new Director of the Nursery. Janelle has been a caregiver in the nursery for 6 years and we welcome her to this new position. |
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Save the Date for our Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga!
Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2, Kanuga Conference Center, Hendersonville, NC
We are excited to celebrate the 40th anniversary of our annual parish retreat this year! Please make sure to mark your calendars for Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2. Registration and more information will be available soon.
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