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Dear saints,
This weekend around 200 of us will descend upon the unsuspecting populace of Hendersonville, N.C. for All Saints' 41st annual parish weekend at Kanuga Conference Center. For those who can remember Kanuga weekends of years gone by, yes we will still have a scavenger hunt, attempt to mislay some of the youth in the corn maze, witness an otherwise dignified assortment of adults lose to a gaggle of kids in a kickball game and spend many a lazy hour on the rocking chairs overlooking the lake. Some things don't change.
Kanuga has been a spiritual home for this church ever since my beloved predecessor, Harry Pritchett, said, "Why don't we give that a try?" And we are... still trying.
Kanuga is just one of the great array of All Saints' traditions that I have come to love and cherish over the years. Traditions help bind us to our past. Through them we are reminded that we tread our way upon a path that others have traveled before us. It is much like the beautiful sentiment of the Latin: Lex orandi, Lex credendi. That literally means: the law of prayer is the law of belief, or put more succinctly, "Praying shapes believing." We are formed by what we keep on doing.
Playing shapes belonging. The traditions we enjoy in this place, the stuff of our parish life, is how we play together as a church. We need to find joy in one another. We need to laugh together, sometimes at and with each other. It is as my college girlfriend offered to me as parting advice before I left the country to take up a missionary call: "Don't take yourself too seriously." She was right. And although I might still fail taking that advice, I am still trying.
So, why not give something a try that might bring a lightness to your spirit? Like that wonderful saying Gregory Boyle SJ offers to former gang members in his care and all of us alike: "God is too busy taking delight in us to have time to be disappointed." Take delight in the world! There is so much to be delighted in. And when you find your joy, bring it as a gift to the people that love you on your best and on your worst days. Let us lay it on the altar together—a church of God's great delighting!
Peace,
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Giving
Annual Canvass 2024: Generous Hearts, Open Doors
“I am fed by our Episcopal liturgy. I know these prayers by heart and cherish saying them every Sunday. Liturgy is the foundation of our community. I make my pledge to sustain this generous community. Make your pledge today, too.”
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- Marietta Petters -
(pictured with her husband, Skip Petters)
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The Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost
Sunday, October 1, Church
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8:00 a.m. Holy Communion (Traditional Language, No Music)
- 9:00 a.m. (Contemporary Language, Choral Music)
- 11:15 a.m. (Contemporary Language, Choral Music)
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5:00 p.m. The Welcome Table (Modern Language, Contemplative Music)
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Everyday Connections
Sunday, October 1, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Parish Hall 305
Join us for this NEW class! The proclamation of the Gospel during worship is the beginning of an ongoing dialogue between the text and those who hear it. The homily is a first response that begins, but does not end, this divine conversation. The “Everyday Connections” class provides a continual opportunity for participants to add their voice to the conversation by exploring the significance of the week’s Gospel reading for our everyday lives. To participate in this class via Zoom, please visit allsaintsatlanta.org/links and enter password “AdultFormation2023”.
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Jesus on the Front Page
Sundays, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Parish Hall 307
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.
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The Welcome Table: Sunday Evening Worship Service and Dinner
Sundays with Courtyard hospitality at 5:00 p.m. and Worship at 5:15 p.m. in the Chapel
Before your busy week begins, the Welcome Table is a place to join with others and find rest and refreshment. Come to the Welcome Table: a service of music (song and solo instrument), prayer (together and in ways that speak to us individually), and communion. A community dinner for all participants follows the service.
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This past Sunday at All Saints’ we celebrated the Blessing of the Animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi! Feathers, fur and scales were all well-represented as parishioners escorted their pets, pet pictures and stuffed animals into Ellis Hall for a special blessing and service celebrating God’s creation.
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Barnett, our Senior Associate Rector (pictured), gave the homily, which focused on all the care our animal companions provide to us! Then, our Rector, The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring, strolled through the aisles to greet parishioners and their pet pals. Karol Kimmell, our Director of Children and Youth Choirs, and the Children’s Choirs provided musical accompaniment, performing “Blessed Assurance” among other hymns. To learn more about our events and services throughout the year, please visit allsaintsatlanta.org/calendar
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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.
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Annual Pride Eucharist
Sunday, October 8, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., St. Luke's Episcopal Church
The Commission on LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta invites you to our annual Pride Eucharist, a celebration of love, acceptance, inclusivity, and unity. This service is open to everyone, regardless of who you are or where you come from. We extend a warm welcome to all!
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Confirmation and Holy Eucharist with Bishop Robert Wright
Sunday, October 22, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Church
We invite our whole community to this joyful, all-ages worship service! Bishop Robert Wright will lead us in word and sacrament, while Theodicy Jazz Collective will lead us in music. Jesus’ teaching in the Beatitudes helps us imagine God’s kingdom on earth, one defined by justice, mercy, peacemaking, and unconditional love. Each candidate has been prepared to make a public confession of their faith in Christ, whether as a candidate for confirmation, for reception into the Episcopal Church or for reaffirmation of Baptismal vows. There will be no Welcome Table service or meal on this Sunday—we invite attendees of that service to join for this service!
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Trunk or Treat and Holy Boo!-charist
Sunday, October 29, 4:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall and the Church
Join us as we celebrate an early All Hallows Eve at All Saints' with our Trunk or Treat and Holy Boo!-charist Celebration! We will start with our Trunk or Treat at 4:45 p.m. following a Holy Boo!-charist service, with music from our Children's Choirs beginning at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will follow in Ellis Hall at 6:00 p.m.! The Welcome Table service will meet as usual this evening.
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The Journey Bible Study
Mondays in fall, beginning September 11
Journey to the cross and resurrection with us as we explore Luke's Gospel. The Journey Bible study group resumes September 11th. The group meets via Zoom on Mondays at 11:00 a.m. The only requirement is a Bible. Register at https://bit.ly/thejourney-ASEC. The Zoom link will be sent to you following registration.
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All Saints’ Freedom Writers Invite and Training
All Saints’ parishioners are invited into a friendship with an individual incarcerated at a women’s facility in Georgia. Parishioners are prepared through a letter writing training on October 9, 7:00-8:30 pm (on Zoom) and participate in a time of reflective processing once a month over Zoom with other All Saints’ letter writers. If interested, contact: Rev. Dr. Jenny McBride, our Associate Rector for Formation, at jmcbride@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Sacred Ground Dialogue Circle – Forming Now
A new Sacred Ground dialogue circle is forming now. Meetings will be Mondays 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom beginning October 30 (with an in-person luncheon and introductions on October 15), concluding in April. Register by October 10 to commit to this fabulous small-group opportunity and film-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. To register, e-mail sacredground@allsaintsatlanta.org expressing your interest in participating.
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Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday, October 4, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall
Enjoy an evening meal in community followed by a casual worship service and communion. The cost is $11 for adults and $5 for children and youth, and college students. You may register here (bit.ly/ASEC-WNS1) and pay online or pay at the door.
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?️??️⚧️ Annual Pride Parade
Sunday, October 15, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Piedmont Park
The parade kicks off from the Civic Center MARTA Station at noon. Look for the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta’s sign and march with us in celebration! There are limited spots available—up to 200 marchers will be permitted this year, so don't miss out—reserve your spot here to march alongside us: bit.ly/DioATLPrideMarch2023
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Parish Anniversary Celebration to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
Saturday, November 4 from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., 1200 Peachtree Promenade Central
In true All Saints’ style, on Saturday, November 4, the parish will mark its 120th anniversary of ministry with a party, and this one will lay the groundwork for our 2024 Parish Habitat for Humanity Build. The festivities will be held at 1200 Peachtree Promenade Central, near Colony Square and the Woodruff Arts Center, and will feature fun, food, entertainment, and live and silent auctions. You are invited to make your reservation for the party online by using the ticket and sponsorship information you received this week. And you can make the auctions even more spectacular with your auction donation—gift certificates, sports tickets, gift baskets, fine art, jewelry, crafts, or a designated time at a beach, mountain, or lake home. Use your imagination! For an auction donation form, please contact Jill Gossett, Director of Parish Life, at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org. Look for the Habitat Soiree table in the courtyard after the Sunday services and watch this space for more details about our celebration and its real purpose—continuing All Saints’ commitment to our city.
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Buildings & Grounds Committee Looking for HVAC Experienced Parishioners
The Buildings & Grounds Committee is seeking parishioners who have experience in the design, integration, and installation of commercial HVAC systems to contribute their expertise to the committee. The All Saints’ campus incorporates numerous individual HVAC systems operating on a unified control network. Maintaining these systems represents a significant annual expense for the parish, and we aim to expand the knowledge within the Buildings & Grounds Committee as we take on new initiatives. If you have an interest in this area, please don't hesitate to contact Danny Johnson at louisa.dan@gmail.com or Jeff Couch, our Facilities Manager, at jcouch@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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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: Cancelled this Sunday due to the Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga Conference Center
Children Formation: Cancelled this Sunday due to the Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga Conference Center
Youth Formation: Cancelled this Sunday due to the Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga Conference Center
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Sunday Night Live (SNL)
NOTE: Sunday Night Live (SNL) is cancelled this Sunday due to the Annual Parish Retreat to Kanuga Conference Center.
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Volunteering with Bridge of Light
Saturday, October 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Off-Site
Young Adults Volunteering! Join us in providing services and dignity to individuals experiencing homelessness in Atlanta with our community partner, Bridge of Light. Bridge of Light is a non-profit organization that utilizes mobile resource centers to offer showers, laundry, and clothing to individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Pride Festival Booth in Piedmont Park
Saturday, October 14, 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Piedmont Park
Sunday, October 15, 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Piedmont Park
? Visit our Diocesan information booth at the festival and say hello! Enthusiastic volunteers are needed to staff the booth! Sign up here to be part of this exciting event: bit.ly/DioATLPrideMarch2023
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Emmaus House Annual Benefit
Sunday, October 15, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Off-Site
Join us for a fun evening of food and ice cream at Emmaus House, featuring Bishop Robert Wright, Dr. Beth Sarah Wright, who will share her children's book, and State Representative Phil Olaleye, who will discuss the challenges facing families on Atlanta’s southside. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.emmaushouse.org/annual-benefit.
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Threads Annual Coat Drive
Sunday, October 15 – Sunday, November 12
Threads is having our Annual Coat Drive!! We invite you to drop off new coats for children in sizes 2T to size 16 beginning October 15 until November 12. Thanks in advance for joining in us in our endeavor to bring warmth to families!
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Threads Donation Needs
- It's that time again! Time to switch clothes for the season. We need clothing and donations for the fall season.
- Threads is especially in need of toddler clothing for boys—sizes 2T - 4T long sleeve shirts and pants.
- We also need books for newborns to 12-year-olds
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Threads Volunteers Needed
Would you like the opportunity to serve families in need and also hang out with a great group of volunteers? Well, Threads is for you! Threads needs volunteers on:
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Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join us for one hour or stay the entire day. Any time you can give is greatly appreciated. If interested, please contact Marcia Mayfield at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org
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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.
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Read The MICAH Project's September Newsletter
In this issue:
- Boy Scout Troop 42: A storied All Saints' ministry
- Emmett Till exhibit continues at Atlanta History Center
- New Sacred Ground Circle seeks participants
Learn more about The MICAH Project >>
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Connect with us on Realm!
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Questions? Please contact Betsey Gibbs at bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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