Dear saints,

Among the many privileges I have as rector here, one is to teach a class where I get to share what I believe is at the heart of All Saints' with people who are discovering our church community for the first time. For those of you who've been here a minute, you'll know that there is a lot to describe - a lot that is truly good and indeed a force for good in the world we live in. One of the hallmarks of this parish that I find myself returning to in teaching the class is grace. This is a place that has room for people, just as they are. I have seen people make their way back to this church after many years away and be received as if they had just stepped across the road to the Varsity for a quick bite to eat. Grace is not something you can put into a strategic plan. It is not something you can teach people to practice. It is a gift of the Holy Spirit, and All Saints' has that gift. There's room for all of us here, and then some, and doesn't the world truly need more places like that? 

I share all of this because below this note is a brief word from our beloved Senior Associate Rector, Andy Barnett, about his marriage. It's not an easy note to write and I have witnessed Andy this week share this news with vestry and staff with elegance and humility and honesty. That in itself has been a gift of grace. I know that you will receive Andy and his news with that same gift of grace returned. As much as his news is of sadness, he is in the right place and with the right people to share it. He's with you.

Keep the faith. There's much more room before the throne of grace than any of us will ever merit or understand. 

Peace,

A NOTE FROM ANDY

Dear saints,

I write with the news that my wife and I have agreed to end our marriage. We worked through the divorce process amicably, generously, and ethically, but it is still a real loss.

I ask you to join me in prayer for us both. I also give thanks for the love and support of the All Saints’ community. Your kindness has carried me through, and I am grateful beyond words.

Sincerely,

THIS SUNDAY

The Third Sunday of Easter

Sunday, April 23



• 8:00 a.m. (Rite I in the Chapel) 
• 9:00 a.m. (Holy Eucharist Rite II) 
• 11:15 a.m. (Holy Eucharist Rite II) 
• 5:30 p.m. (Rite II in the Chapel) 

Guest Preacher from Braid Mission, San Francisco

Sunday, April 23, 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.



On Sunday April 23, we will be joined by the Rev. Chris Chase and the Rev. Rebecca Edwards of Braid Mission, San Francisco. Braid Mission works with youth in foster care in the Bay Area and is a ministry of the Diocese of California. Chris will preach at our principal services and there will be an opportunity to chat with Chris and Rebecca between the services. Find out more about Braid here: https://braidmission.org/ 

Creation Care Theology 

Sunday, April 23, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall 



On this Earth Day Sunday, join Codi Norred, Executive Director of Georgia Interfaith Power and Light, as he reflects with All Saints’ priests and a youth representative on the theology behind creation care and ecological justice. 

Seeking Shalom

Sunday, April 16 through May 7, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ross Room and on Zoom 



The Hebrew word, shalom, encapsulates God's dream for the world. Shalom describes a vision of creation redeemed and restored not just through individual faith but through the cultivation of flourishing communities, just societies, and the healing of our social fabric. Join Emory professor, Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio, for this four-part course that examines the Biblical concept of shalom and how it can transform the way we think about discipleship and the mission of the church today. Registration is required via this link with the promotional code: AllSaints.

Out of Hand Play: Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed and Unbowed 

CORRECTION: Sunday, April 23, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Ellis Hall 



The play follows Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman to run for the U.S. Presidency in the 1960s and ’70s. The 90-minute program includes a conversation with Partnership for Southern Equity, which follows the hour-long play. RSVP via this link with password “Allsaints”! 

Jesus on the Front Page

Sundays, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., P305/306 



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. 

Photo of the Week

A photo from the well-attended Young Adults' Easter Brunch, held after the 11:15 a.m. service in the Ross Room at All Saints'.

Cherish and Honor the Legacy of All Saints' Church: by making a planned gift and joining Cornerstone today.



With a gift to our Memorials and Gifts Fund. These funds are used for worship at All Saints'. All Saints' notifies your honoree or family of the deceased of the gift you gave. And their name is inscribed in the All Saints' Book of Remembrances and in the All Saints' Day bulletin in November. This is a beautiful way to offer a lasting legacy.  

Please make checks payable to All Saints' with Memorials and Gifts in the memo line or online giving click the "Memorials and Gifts" dropdown choice. The average amount for these gifts is $25- $100.

All Saints' offers easy ways to pay your pledge or to make a gift:

• 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.

• Novel Theology >>

Meets one Wednesday a month on Zoom from 7:00-8:00 p.m.. Click the link above to learn more and register.

• Popcorn Theology >>

Meets one Friday a month in the Ross Room from 7:00-9:30 p.m. 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.

The Welcome Table: Sunday Evening Worship Service and Dinner 

Sundays beginning April 30, Courtyard hospitality at 5:00 p.m. and Worship at 5:15 p.m. in the Chapel 



We invite you to a re-imagined evening worship service in the chapel, where we experience God’s hospitality and love for the world. The service includes beautiful music from a variety of traditions, accompanied by piano and a solo instrumentalist. We’ll share communion together, light candles as a symbol of our prayers, and enjoy a meal together afterwards. The sermon is brief and preached from the floor. The prayers invite your participation. The space is set up like a dinner gathering, in the round. 

A Service of Recovery and Healing

Sunday, May 7, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., on Zoom



Led by The Rev. 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. Visit our website for more information and to register. 

Adult Inquirer's Class 

Wednesdays, April 19 to May 10 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Zoom (first 3 classes) & in-person (last class) 



The Adult Inquirer’s Class is a four-part introduction to the life of faith at All Saints’, led by our rector, Simon Mainwaring. Meetings are held on Wednesday nights from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The first three meetings take place on Zoom, and the final session is an in-person dinner at the church. Register online through Realm or contact Tracey Sage at tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org, to register or for more information. 

Register here >>

Democracy in a Hotter Time

Sunday, April 30, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall



Join us for a conversation with The Rev. Dr. Andrew K. Barnett, Senior Associate Rector for Program at All Saints’, to discuss the provocative claim that we can't solve climate change without addressing threats to democracy, and we can't solve democracy without addressing climate change. We will reflect together on how this groundbreaking framework may shape a Christian commitment to the common good. 

Wednesday Night Supper 

Wednesdays, April 26, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., Ellis Hall 



Our weekly parish evening meal paired with a Eucharist service concludes for the program year on April 26. This WNS will be the last of our program year. 

Register here >>

Popcorn Theology: Four Weddings and a Funeral

Friday, April 28, 7:00-9:30 p.m., Ross Room 



Please join us for one of the greatest British romantic comedies of all time, "Four Weddings and a Funeral." With Academy Award nominations for both Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay, this 1994 film is a gem. Young adults (and older!) most welcome! Popcorn provided but bring your own beverages! Conversation following! 

Young Adult Saturday Service: Bridge of Light

Saturday, April 29, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Offsite 



The Young Adults will be in the community with Atlanta non-profit Bridge of Light. We'll be giving out clothes, organizing shower services, and making new friends in the city. We would love to be in this work with you. More details: rjefferson@allsaintsatlanta.org! 

World Labyrinth Day at All Saints': "Walk at One"

Saturday, May 6, 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Chapel



This event will connect energetically to 15,000 people in 30 countries of labyrinths and walkers, heightening the power of collective contemplation for healing and global peace. The pilgrimage journey starts with intention, releasing the past world behind, walking to the center for renewal and rebirth. There will be an introduction to the Labyrinth at 10:45 a.m. and the Labyrinth will be available for walking from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., after which we will walk back out to reunite with the world. 

Annual Parish Meeting

Sunday, May 14, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall

Join us for our Annual Parish Meeting, when we reflect on the past year and elect new members of the vestry, our church’s leadership board. 

Novel Theology Monthly Meeting

Wednesday, May 17, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., on Zoom 

Please join us in discussing “The Vanishing Half” by Britt Bennett. Our conversation will be facilitated by Ellen Porter. Please contact Amelia Harmon (amelia.tuttle9@gmail.com) for more information and the Zoom link. 

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 

K-5th grade, 8:40-9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center

Children Formation 

K-5th grade, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center

Youth Formation 

6th-12th grade,10:20-11:05 a.m., The Attic (3rd floor of the Pritchett Center)

A Celebration of Possibility: Recovery Summit with Covenant Community

Saturday, May 6, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Ellis Hall

Join Covenant Community, Inc & Recovery Resources of Atlanta-Midtown as we kick-off National Prevention Week. Residents and staff will engage with the #MyPreventionStory movement by sharing Freedom: Love Liberates, an interactive presentation that blends music, dance, and creative storytelling. For more information, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recovery-summit-tickets-608796806637 

Threads School Clothing Drive



Would you be interested in helping Threads by organizing a clothing drive at your child's school? We have the flyer printed and ready for you!  It's easy! Just contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org 

Threads: All Saints' "Earth Steward" Ministry



As Earth Day approaches please consider recycling your gentle used children's clothing to Threads.  Know that NOTHING you donate will ever be sold.  All clothing at Threads is FREE and the items we cannot use are sent to a Congolese Community who send them on further. For more information, contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org 

Threads Welcomes Families for Shopping



Threads welcomes families for in-store shopping Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Interested in volunteering? Contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org 

Photo Sharing at All Saints’ 



The Communications Team invites you to submit photographs of All Saints’ events via e-mail for inclusion in forthcoming publications, newsletters, monitor feeds and on social media accounts. If you have content to share, please send photographs via e-mail to communications@allsaintsatlanta.org in .JPG or .PNG formats. 

The Photography Guild at All Saints’ 



The newly formed Photography Guild is seeking volunteers to support the work of our parish by photographing events and program activities, with guidance from Communications Director Andi Dixon. Participants will have access to equipment and digital archival tools, as well as the opportunity to enjoy fellowship, learning opportunities and skill development. If you are interested, please e-mail communications@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

The Publications Guild at All Saints’ 



The newly formed Publications Guild is seeking volunteers to support the work of our parish through the co-production of various electronic and print publications, with guidance from Communications Director Andi Dixon. We especially seek participation from participants that bring a range of communications experience and talent. If you are interested, please e-mail communications@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Click the image below to view our "thank yous" to parishioners from various staff members. We appreciate the ways you serve our parish and community!