Friday E-News | September 30, 2022

Dear saints,

Last night I had the privilege of attending the 'Celebration of Memories and Hope' event in Ellis Hall, honoring four men of Covenant Community who have made their long and courageous journey to recovery. If you've ever wondered what Christianity looks like in action, I invite you to come and see next year's gathering. It is a moving and immensely inspirational thing to witness the power that gets released when someone lost okon their way in life hears the words of grace that say, 'I believe in you'. Such is the miracle of Covenant Community, made possible because we, the people of All Saints', have chosen to say over and over, 'we believe in you'. That is what it means to be church - to be people who choose to say 'yes' in reply to God's great and life-changing 'yes' spoken to us. There are so many glorious and generous ways that you say 'yes' to God through the life of this church. In this season when we are invited to consider how our financial giving might sustain all that we are and do, I pray that you will also hear that 'yes' spoken into your own life. As the great Wesley hymn goes,

'All good gifts around us

Are sent from heaven above,

Then thank the Lord, O thank the Lord,

For all his love!'.

Peace,

This Sunday

America the Beautiful: Sustainability & All Saints’

Sunday, October 2, 10:20 a.m., Ellis Hall

Engage in conversation with a panel of All Saints’ parishioners, each of whom shares a passion and expertise in building a more sustainable Georgia. The panel will imagine the possibilities for us as a greener church in the years to come.

Bank of America Overflow Parking is Available

The overflow parking at the Bank of America building is available off North Ave. The parking lot will open at 8:30 a.m. on Sundays.

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Giving

Welcome to Canvass 2023: Rooted Here and Growing Outward

For Canvass 2023 we are celebrating our beloved magnolia tree standing tall on our block for over 50 years. For many of us it is a symbol for so many things that say "All Saints'"; strength, adventure, solace, protection, bruises, laughter and so much more. Contemplate all that this church offers us and make a 2023 pledge that is meaningful for you. To date we have 175 pledges. Join in today! Thank you!

Charlie and Anne Henn

2023 Canvass Chairs

Q: What is the easiest way to make a pledge?

A: Click on this link. If you don't have a secure Realm account, open one and then make your pledge. Its as easy as that!

Give a Gift or Make a Pledge Payment Today:

Online at allsaintsatlanta.org/give
Mail a check to All Saints’ Church, 634 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308
Put a check or cash into the offering plate during services
Text to Give: text AllSaintsAtlanta to 73256
Gift stocks or securities (click here for instructions >>)

Questions? Contact Ellen Hayes, Director of Development, at ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Classes and Groups

Ongoing Groups

Novel Theology >>

The next meeting is Wednesday, October 19 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. Click the link above to learn more and register.

Popcorn Theology >>

The next meeting is Friday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ross Room. Click the link above to learn more.

The Journey Bible Study >>

Meets every Monday at 11:00 a.m. via Zoom. Register here.

Jesus on the Front Page >>

Meets every Sunday morning at 10:20 a.m. in P306 in the Parish House.

Sports and Spirituality >>

Meets the third Thursday of each month on Zoom. Register here.

View all upcoming events

Adult Formation

Howard Thurman Contemplative Zoom Series

Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19, & 26, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Zoom

You are invited to a contemplative Zoom series on Wednesdays in October, facilitated by All Saints’ seminarian Rodell Jefferson and parishioner and Candler graduate Caroline Enloe. Based on the recordings of lectures by the famed Black theological Howard Thurman, topics will include boundaries of the self and breaking down the ego, right action, and emphasis on the movement and flow of life that leaves a mark on each of us.

What’s God up to? Listening for the heart of All Saints’ and our neighbors: Spiritual Storytelling

Sunday, October 9, 10:20 – 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall

What is your sacred story? What story does All Saints’ tell us of the presence of God’s grace and love in our lives? Drawing upon our baptismal promise that each of us is a bearer of God’s image, join fellow saints in listening to those stories of wonder and longing we each inhabit.

Worship & Music

32nd Annual Pride Eucharist & Pride Parade

Thursday, October 6, 7:30 p.m., in the Church

Integrity Atlanta and the Commission on LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta will sponsor the 32nd Annual Pride Eucharist. The service will be held at All Saints’ and The Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright, Bishop of Atlanta, will preach and preside at the Eucharist. The service is open to all, and all are welcome. Sign language interpretation will be provided.

Concert Series: Maurice Clerc, Concert Organist

Friday, October 14, 7:30-9:00 p.m., in the Church

French concert organist Maurice Clerc has played some one thousand recitals in more than twenty-three countries, including twenty-four tours of North America. A student of the famed improviser Pierre Cochereau, organist of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, who performed at All Saints’ in the 1970s, Clerc will offer an eclectic program showcasing the vast resources of the Kenan Memorial organ. Tickets are $30, $15 for students, and can be purchased on Realm or at the door.

Memorial Flower Donations for All Saints’ Day

On November 6, 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 worship spaces with flowers, a tradition made possible by the generous donations of this parish. Donate Flower Memorials for All Saints' Sunday by the end of the day on October 23rd.

Donate here >>

Parish Life

Wednesday Night Supper: Comfort Food

Wednesday, October 5, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Bring a friend on us! We’ll share in great conversation with one another while we enjoy comfort food! To register ahead of time, visit our website or register online via Realm. For more information, contact Jill Gossett, Parish Life Director, at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Pride Sunday at All Saints’

Sunday, October 9

All Saints’ will march in the Pride Parade and all are welcome to join! We will meet at the church steps following the 11:15 service. Join us in between the 9:00 and 11:15 services for goodies and fellowship as we celebrate love!

Make New Friends with Foyer Groups

One of the very best ways to get to know fellow parishioners in a big church like All Saints’ is through informal, small dinner group gatherings at one another’s homes. The groups formed are a great mix—single, married, families with children, various ages and stages. Signups will be at the Parish Life table or you can register online at the All Saints' website. For more information contact Barbara Blender at bblender@bellsouth.net or Sherry Collins at sherry_collins@bellsouth.net.

Children & Youth

Pop-Up Love Shop

Sunday, October 9, 10:20-11:05 a.m., in front of the Church

Join your Sunday School class in front of the church, near the Welcome table/tent to serve at our Pop-Up Love Shop. The children have been making symbols of love to hand out before the Pride Parade. They are learning about giving "love" without expecting anything in return (all items are free), that all people deserve to be treated with love and respect (love your neighbor), and that we are all God's children! Stop by our shop and get some love!

Undie Sunday

Sunday, October 16

Everyone, mark your calendars to buy a pack of underwear (any children's size) and bring to church on October 16th. The formation classes will have a contest on who brings the most undies and then we will organize them by size to take to Threads.

Weekly Children & Youth Formation

Nursery/Little Saints

Birth-Pre-K, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1st floor of the Pritchett Center

Children’s Church

Children's Church takes a break this week.

Children's Formation

Children's formation takes a break this week!

Youth Formation

Youth formation takes a break this week.

*There will be no SNL this week due to our Kanuga Parish Retreat!*

Read this week's youth newsletter

Read this week's children's newsletter

Service and Social Justice

Refugee Ministries: Welcome Four New Families

Refugee Ministries will be welcoming 4 new families! We are looking for volunteers to sign up to provide 3 acts of hospitality in a period of six months. Hospitality acts include an initial meeting with the family with an interpreter or other volunteer present, a trip to the grocery store, going to the park so the kids can play, help with a medical appointment and more. The activities will be determined and scheduled by you and the family. To learn more, please contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org

Parish Wide Threads FALL Clothing Drive

• Requesting donations of gently used or new Children’s clothing for both Boys and Girls, infant through size 18 and small adult clothing in preparation for RE-Opening Threads for in-shop shopping in October. The School Uniform Event was a huge success, with 400 children served with clothing and shoes. However, that left Threads with low inventory so we need a Clothing Drive now!

• Donation boxes are located on the first floor of the Pritchett Center and in the first-floor stairwell between Ellis Hall and Egleston Hall.

• Please consider talking to neighbors and family and asking them to donate too! You may also think about involving your children’s extracurricular groups, scouts, or sports teams as well.

Questions? Contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org.

Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community

Mondays, October 3 and 10

Covenant Community is a great ministry that provides residential drug treatment for homeless men struggling with addiction. From the time it was founded at All Saints' over 30 years ago, our parishioners have provided dinner to share with the residents of Covenant Community. Please consider breaking bread with them on a Monday night. You could bring dinner yourself, with friends, or even co-workers. Children are also welcome to join! Meals for around 15 people can either be shared with the men inside the residence or they can be dropped off during the day.