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Dear saints,
'There is a time for everything', says Ecclesiastes. The block discernment process started in late 2018, continued with a year of learning together in 2019 and then slowed due to a pandemic that threw everything up in the air. This year is now the time for us to ask one another as a parish how God calls us to be the church on this city block for the generations to come. Starting with a launch event in Ellis Hall led by me on Sunday January 21, you will be invited to attend large-gathering listening sessions in Ellis Hall, sign up for at least one smaller home gathering in February, March or April, complete a survey, or if you'd prefer you can simply pull aside a member of the block steering committee and let them know what you are thinking. The message I hope you keep on receiving is this: we want to hear your voice.
The question of the future of our block is a long-term question, one we are asking for ourselves and for the future generations of All Saints'. In the 30 to 40 years ahead, we can expect much to change about the life of this church as indeed much will change about churches across this city and the nation. Sunday morning church attendance will most likely become less normative. Affiliation with religious organizations like ours will probably continue to diversify and shift. Fewer people will think of themselves as Episcopalians or Presbyterians or even religious. At the same time, more people might become part of the life of a church like ours through values-driven activities such as working alongside former refugees or children in need. Over the next several decades, I suspect that Midtown will become an even richer tapestry of working and living community. And in the midst of all of that, we shall remain a faith community committed to finding the love and grace of God in the demanding, yet deeply rewarding, world of relationships lived at depth and with purpose.
The invitation is for you to help us discern the future not simply of this patch of real estate, but the future vitality of this community of people constituted as we are within the love of God. We need your voice and your vision. We need the best that you can offer All Saints' at this exciting time in our history. I am eager to learn all that you will have to offer.
Peace,
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Future of Our Block Parish Engagement Launch
Sunday January 21, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join our Rector, Simon Mainwaring, as we launch our Future of Our Block parish engagement process. Simon will lay out the process for the next several weeks, the core questions we want to raise up as a parish and how you can lend your voice as we discern how God calls us to fashion our block for the future of All Saints'.
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New Parish Life Director, Annette Sullivan
We are delighted to share the news that parishioner, Annette Sullivan has joined our staff as our new Parish Life Director. Annette brings extensive expereince in event planning and managment, outstanding relational skills, and a love for all things All Saints'. Please join me in praying for Annette as she enters into this new role.
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The First Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday, January 7, Church
Weekly Service Times*
- 8:00 a.m. (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 (Contemporary Language, Contemplative Music)
PARKING: Overflow parking is available at Bank of America. Please request validation tickets from an usher upon arrival or exit in the Narthex.
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Why Can’t the Church Be More Like an AA Meeting? with Dr. Stephen Haynes
Sunday, January 7, 10:20 a.m. – 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join Rhodes College Professor of Religious Studies as he reflects on how the guiding principles of Twelve-Step recovery could transform congregations into places of genuine vulnerability and radical hospitality. Dr. Haynes will draw from his most recent book, which combines history, biblical and theological reflection, social analysis, and his own lived experience in recovery.
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Epiphany Worship Service for All Ages and A-Can-in-Every-Hand!
Wednesday, January 10, 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel
Join us as we celebrate the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus - with singing, ringing and a procession of the Star and Magi. And, as the Magi brought gifts, we will collect gifts of canned goods/non-perishable foods for MAC, Midtown Assistance Center. Bring your gifts and place them in the baskets at the back of the chapel. Children’s Choir rehearsals and Wednesday Night Supper resume on January 10. For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at kroberts@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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The Welcome Table: Sunday Evening Worship Service and Dinner
Sunday, January 7 at 5:00 p.m., In the Chapel and Ellis Hall
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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Youth Epiphany Bonfire
Sunday, January 7, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Off-Site
Youth are invited to an Epiphany bonfire at the Frilingos’ home (address in Realm) to celebrate a new year of youth ministry at All Saints’. Dinner will be provided. SNL is back in the Attic on January 14.
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On New Year's Eve, our parish brought in the new year with two morning services at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. At the 10:00 a.m. service, The Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu invoked the ongoing Christmas spirit, reminding us that God came into the world to dwell with us.
You can listen to Tutu's sermon and revisit all our 2023 Christmas season services at: allsaintsatlanta.org/media/video-audio-library.
And for more on our upcoming events at our parish throughout the year, please visit us online at allsaintsatlanta.org/calendar!
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2024 Annual Canvass:
Generous Hearts, Open Doors
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Consider making a planned gift today to All Saints'. Include the church in your will or as a beneficiary of an IRA or insurance policy after you die. Don't have a will? It is time to write one.
For more information contact the Planned Giving Committee, Chair: David Begley david@wdbegley.com.
The Cornerstone Society recognizes parishioners who have made a planned gift to All Saints'. Join the more than 200 members who have made this important commitment.
Ellen Hayes, Dir. of Development, ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Elena and Briley Brisendine, Susan and Frank Virgin
2024 Annual Canvass Chairs
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To make an Offering today or pay your pledge,
click the Give Now button above. And visit us online at allsaintsatlanta.org/give
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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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Sounds of Freedom: Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sunday, January 14, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Church
We honor the legacy of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a jazz/gospel ensemble at our 9:00 a.m. worship service led by The Rev. Dr. Andrew Barnett and guest preacher Dr. Joel B. Kemp at 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. The 11:15 a.m. service will feature music led by the choir and organ.
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Sounds of Freedom: Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Concert
Sunday, January 14, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Church
Join us for a joyful jazz / gospel concert hosted by Tony McNeil called “Sounds of Freedom - Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King.”
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The Baptism Banner Committee
The Baptism Banner Committee is looking for new volunteers! If you enjoy crafting and giving gifts to others, your enthusiasm for our mission is what we seek most! The time commitment is flexible. Please contact Kate Mabry at Kate.L.Mabry@gmail.com or 404-274-5313 to get involved.
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Faith in the World: A New Online Dialogue Series for 2024: “Millions of Conversations on the Road to Hope”
Tuesday, January 9, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Zoom Only
Join Naomi Tutu in conversation with founder of Millions of Conversations, Samar Ali, in our inaugural Faith in the World dialogue series as they explore the power of mutual understanding as a tool for mediation, conflict resolution and peace building. The dialogue is online only, so please register at bit.ly/ASEC-Faith-in-the-World to join the conversation.
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The Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday Forum
Sunday, January 14, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join our guest preacher-speaker, Dr. Joel B Kemp, and Rev. Natosha Reid Rice for a conversation on race, religion, and the law. An attorney and minister, Dr. Kemp is Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible at Candler School of Theology.
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Adult Inquirers Class – Winter 2023
Wednesdays in winter, beginning January 17
Adult Inquirer’s Class is a four-part introduction to the life of faith at All Saints’. Meetings are on Wednesday nights, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The first three meetings are on Zoom with the final session in person over dinner at the church. Participants are asked to commit to all four sessions. Additional Adult Inquirers classes will be held later in the winter and spring. For more details contact our Rector, the Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring (smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org) or Tracey Sage (tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org).
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The Journey Bible Study
Mondays in fall at 11:00 a.m.
This Bible study is led by The Rev. Karen Evans, our Priest Associate for Pastoral Care. During meetings, participants study one book of the Bible in detail, looking at its context, meaning and application to our lives. We are currently studying the Gospel according to Luke. The only requirements are a Bible and a willingness to learn. Register at bit.ly/thejourney-ASEC. The Zoom link will be sent to you following registration.
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Walking the Mourners Path – Session Begins in January 2024
Walking the Mourners Path, an eight-week program for those who have had someone dear to them die, begins in the new year. It is designed to teach participants about grief and to help them move into more joyful and purposeful living following loss. The groups are small and confidential; we welcome your participation. If you have any questions, please direct them to Priest Associate Karen Evans at kevans@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays in winter and spring, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Parish Hall 202
Join fellow parishioners for contemplative prayer after Wednesday Night Supper. As Richard Rohr says, “In contemplation—the practice of being fully present in mind, body, and spirit—we join in deep solidarity with other spiritual traditions in working toward the healing and restoration of ourselves and our world.” Participants read aloud from and discuss contemplative writers in the first half hour, then practice silent centering prayer in the second half hour.
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School of the Spirit: Making Sense of the Old Testament
Wednesdays in fall, winter and spring, 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: Remaining sessions will be held on January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 | April 10, 17, 24 and May 1. Registration is still available! Visit us online at bit.ly/allsaints-ot
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Wednesday Night Supper
Returns on Wednesday, January 10, 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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Novel Theology: “The Sentence” by Louise Erdrich
Wednesday, January 17, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Ross Room and on Zoom
Please join us in discussing The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. This discussion will be facilitated by Stephen Dobranski.
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Join the Habitat Build in the New Year
Starting on January 20, All Saints' will build a home partnering with Habitat for Humanity. We invite you to be part of that effort by signing up HERE for one or more of the build days or you can sign up at the Habitat Build table in the courtyard on Sundays. Please find out more from build co-chairs, Jack and Clifton Askew-Norton: askew.nortons@gmail.com. And be on the lookout for more information soon about off-site volunteer opportunities for all-ages such as lunch preparation for on-site volunteers!"
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"A Case for Love" documentary with Bishop Curry
Tuesday, January 23 and Thursday, January 25, in theatres and on Zoom
Join our parish at Phipps Plaza at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23 to see "A Case for Love," a Bishop Curry-inspired documentary. To see trailer and purchase tickets, visit https://acaseforlovemovie.com. Join All Saints' for a Zoom conversation on Thursday, January 25th at 7:00 p.m. For the link go to allsaintsatlanta.org/links and enter password “AdultFormation2024”
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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: K-5th grade, 8:40 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center
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)
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Sunday Night Live (SNL)
Sunday, January 14, 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 6:00 p.m. for dinner and end at 7:30pm.
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Young Adults' Brunch
Sunday, January 21, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., The Ross Room
Come enjoy a delicious meal and lively conversation with the All Saints' Young Adults'. All are invited – whether you're looking to connect for the first time, reconnect after a long while, or keep connections going! Childcare is available upon request. Please contact Tasia at youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Volunteering with Bridge of Light
Saturday, January 27, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Off-Site
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. Please contact Tasia at youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Young Adult Fellowship Online!
Are you in your 20s or 30s and interested in fellowship, discipleship, and service? Reach out to Tasia Blair at youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org to receive our monthly newsletter, get added to the WhatsApp group chat and find out what events we have coming up!
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Threads Clothing Needs
Threads has created an Amazon Wish List to make your shopping easier. Threads has been averaging 60 children per week. To help us replenish click on this link below to start shopping. Thank you in advance!
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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 Marcia Mayfield at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Respite Care Atlanta
Respite Care Atlanta is a daycare for people with dementia. The program is from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday at 2nd Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in Buckhead. This is a very flexible fun-filled volunteer opportunity! The next information sessions will be January 8 and March 11. Contact Susan Virgin at sdv20@bellsouth.net.
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Read The Faith and Justice Collective's January Newsletter
The new Faith & Justice Collaborative is part of the mission of Adult Formation. Comprised of All Saints’ ministries committed to serving others as part of our Baptismal Covenant, the Collective provides information about initiatives, people, and educational opportunities in the parish and in our city. The January issue includes:
- Askew-Nortons Lead Habitat Build
- MLK Sunday Celebrated with Guest Preacher and Special Music
- Provocative Exhibits at Emory and High Museum
- Faithful Advocates Plan Zoom on Legislative Issues
- Vigil of Hope Focuses on Violence and Healing
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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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Connect with us on Realm!
Learn more >> Don't forget to join Realm, our new platform for online giving, directory, and event registration.
Questions? Please contact Betsey Gibbs at bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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