Dear saints,

Greetings from London and your fellow Anglicans from across the world, gathered as we are as members of the Compass Rose Society. These past few days, we've heard from bishops from as far afield from one another as Mexico to Kenya. None though could beat Archbishop Don Tamihere of New Zealand who showed us a Google Earth image from his side of the planet. All we could see was New Zealand and a myriad of islands in the vast blue of the Pacific Ocean. 'This is Polynesia', he said, a vastly diverse set of peoples and languages spread across thousands of miles. Archbishop Don has Mauri origins hailing from the east coast of the north island where life expectancy among the indigenous population is twelve years less than settler populations in Auckland or Christchurch. Don invited us to think about our epistemology - how we come to know what we know - and how it has been necessary for the church in his part of the world to help people reframe that basis of knowledge. To do so, he said, has been to recognize that the church has been both an instrument of colonization and oppression and an instrument of peace, justice and reconciliation. 

What I heard in Don's description of his own church's context was an invitation for all us, wherever we live on the Earth, to ask how we might belong to one another given our history - however painful - alongside our present day hopes and fears. I heard a similar invitation in the testimony of two Palestinians speaking about the profound uncertainty in Gaza and Israel and the West Bank for the ordinary people who somehow now have to find a way through the day in a time of war. How might we belong to the islander peoples of Polynesia? How might we belong to all the peoples of the land of the Holy One?

I think that we begin to find our answer to that question of belonging when we meet. There is something about meeting people, something that happens when the distance between us is collapsed and we stop long enough to hear the story of one another's lives. The church is a storytelling repository, a sacred container capable of holding our hopes and our losses. Part of its vocation is to be a place where our honesty with one another can have a hopeful end. This week I have seen the power of witness, of listening well to others' lives. God is in the between places, dwelling where we might so easily miss the divine presence. I wonder how your life and my life might learn to listen to others' stories, others' accounts of who we have been to one another and how we now might choose to live together now in fuller knowledge of those stories? I wonder what changes when we become one another’s epistemology? 

However it is you are learning to listen, I pray that you will trust that God will be in the midst of that listening - the God we find in the gaps, longing to make us whole.

Peace,

Giving

Annual Canvass 2024: Generous Hearts, Open Doors

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Elena and Briley Brisendine, Susan and Frank Virgin

2024 Annual Canvass Chairs

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THIS SUNDAY

The Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost

Sunday, October 15, Church

• 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)
• 5:00 p.m. The Welcome Table (Modern Language, Contemplative Music)

School of the Spirit: Forgiveness: Everyday Practice and Social Implications 

Sunday, October 15, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall, Live Streamed and via Zoom 

Join us for this five-week course taught by The Rev. Dr. Jenny McBride and The Rev. Naomi Tutu. Central to the Christian proclamation is that we are a people of forgiveness, namely, those who receive God’s forgiveness and offer forgiveness to others. Yet, the real-life situations that invite us into the practice of forgiveness are often complex and hard to navigate. This course will offer frameworks for helping us think about the moral worth and role of forgiveness in our personal relationships and as a society. To participate in this class via Zoom, please visit allsaintsatlanta.org/links and enter password “AdultFormation2023”. 

Everyday Connections 

Sunday, October 15, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ross Room

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”.

Parenting with God 

Sunday, October 15, 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”.

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. 

Pride Festival Booth in 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:

Sign Up for Pride Festival Booth

?️‍??️‍⚧️ 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 

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. 

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. 

The Welcome Table will be taking a break on Sunday, October 22nd to join the special confirmation service at 6PM in the church. Please join us for Holy Eucharist with Bishop Robert Wright. 

This past Sunday, many of our fellow parishioners headed to St. Luke's Episcopal Church for the Annual Pride Eucharist. The Commission on LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta hosted the worship service, a celebration of love, acceptance, inclusivity, and unity.

Our very own Jacob Clifton Albritton preached a beautiful homily at the service, reflecting on their life, experience and spiritual journey as a queer, non-binary person. And our own Bruce Garner provided a clear call to action for our faith community to show support for LGBTQIAA+ folks.

To watch a video of the service, please visit bit.ly/Pride2023atStLukes and for more on our events in our parish and services throughout the year, please visit us online at allsaintsatlanta.org/calendar!

• 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.

• 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 P307 in the Parish House.



• Sports and Spirituality >> Meets the third Thursday of each month on Zoom. Register here

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! 

Trunk or Treat and Holy BOO!-charist 

Sunday, October 29, 4:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall and the Church

Come Trunk or Treat, hear our Kids' Choirs sing, and enjoy a Eucharist with a Halloween twist and dinner. Come in costume/with a bag to Trunk or Treat at 4:45, hear our Kids' Choirs sing at 5:15 in Ellis, enjoy a BOO!-charist (Eucharist with a twist!) 5:30, and dinner with pizza and salad at 6:00. It will be a Spirited night!

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. 

School of the Spirit: Making Sense of the Old Testament

Wednesday, October 25, 6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m., Parish Hall 305/306 and on Zoom

Join Ryan Bonfiglio for a twelve-week course that not only examines the contents of the Old Testament, but also its significance today. The course is 12 weeks and those weeks are broken into three blocks: Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 15 | Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7 | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1.

Register online at bit.ly/allsaints-ot

All Saints' CONNECTS: Advent Spiritual Conversations

Sunday, November 5 – Monday, December 25

All Saints’ Connects is our small group ministry for spiritual conversation. The Advent groups will run from the week of November 5 through the last week of Advent. Our small groups meet weekly for one hour. Most groups meet by Zoom, although we will plan for one group to meet in-person on Sunday afternoons, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. To sign up for a group, contact Jilli Robertson

Wednesday Night Supper  

Wednesday, October 18, 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. 

Novel Theology Monthly Meeting - “The Beekeeper of Aleppo” by Isabel Allende 

Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., P305 

This month, we will be reading and discussing The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri. The discussion will be led by Gloria Hayes. Please join us in person or over Zoom. More details will be sent through the Novel Theology listserv. If you are not on the listserv, please email Amelia Tuttle (amelia.tuttle9@gmail.com) and we can get you added. 

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. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/ASEC-Habitat-Soiree

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.

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. 

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 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett 

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

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

Sunday Night Live (SNL) 

Sundays from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., The Attic 

All youth in grades 6th-12th are invited to join us for dinner, fellowship, and fun as we gather for Sunday Night Live, our traditional youth program! We gather at 6 p.m. for dinner and end at 7:30 p.m. 

Young Adults

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. 

Pride Festival Booth in Piedmont Park 

Saturday, October 14, 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

Volunteer for Zoom Tutoring with Refugee Ministries 

Tuesday, October 17, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., on Zoom 

Are you interested in offering 12 Zoom tutoring sessions in beginning English or Academic Support in Reading and Math for refugee students in grades 2 - 12. Sessions will take place Monday through Thursday at 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. Join us for this Zoom orientation on Tuesday, October 17 to learn more! 

New Volunteer Gathering with Refugee Ministries 

Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Ellis Hall 

Are you interested in offering acts of hospitality to refugee families like reimbursed grocery store trips, outings to the zoo and more? Join us for Wednesday Night Supper at 6:00 p.m. and then join us from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for an information session on how to offer hospitality volunteerism. 

Holy Boo!-charist with Refugee Ministries

Sunday, October 29, 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Church

Help bring a refugee family to All Saints' at 4:00 p.m. to get Halloween costumes and participate in the trunk-or-treat (trick or treating in the courtyard) and the worship service. Volunteers are needed to help with transportation, donating candy and costumes and/or facilitating the trunk or treating.

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! The collection barrels will be available in the foyer of Parish Hall through the week and in the courtyard on Sunday.

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 

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: 

• Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
• Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• 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

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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