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Dear saints,
This Sunday we will celebrate the fact that our wonderful ministry of clothing children with dignity, called Threads, is 20 years old! If you were in Ellis Hall for the forum last week you will have heard how Threads alongside our three other core ministries is an essential element of what it means to be the church in this place and how much our core ministries work synergistically and increasingly so in recent years.
How it all fits together has of course been the theme of our discernment work for the block from the beginning. Last week the executive director of Covenant Community, Christine Love, shared the news that Covenant is ready to begin a new chapter of life in its ministry. Over the past several years, Covenant has expanded its footprint considerably, now offering non-residential support on the road to recovery for thousands through the course of a year through an entity called Recovery Resources Atlanta, Midtown or RAAM for short. While that has expanded, so has the set of programs Covenant offers via the residential program and more is on the way. To facilitate that growth, Christine shared that while Covenant strongly desires to keep its non-residential work on our block into the future, they are looking to move the residential portion of their work to a new location off the block that will better allow them to expand their programmatic footprint.
Covenant's story is the story of All Saints' through the decades. Ministries are birthed, grow and change as we do with them. As we ask how all the pieces fit together on the block and off of it, this Sunday's forum will consider how we can resource those pieces with regard to our buildings and grounds and our financial life as a church.
At the final block forum, on October 27, we will share the various models of the block the steering committee has worked on over the summer in response to what you shared last spring in our months of listening work.
I encourage you to keep on tracking with all of this whether on the block on Sunday or online. The block steering committee and the vestry certainly want to hear your reflections on what you are hearing so they can consider all of that in working on a final master plan for the block which we hope to have ready to present in the new year.
And of course, please do continue to hold this discernment process in prayer as we seek together for the Lord, who has given us the will to do these things, to grant us the grace and power to perform them.
Peace,
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A message of gratitude from former All Saints' rector, Geoffrey Hoare
For the past several weeks, a good number of you have been praying for and sending notes and gifts of support to Geoffrey and Sage Hoare, as Sage receives treatment for cancer. Geoffrey was previously rector of All Saints' and he and Sage remain a beloved part of this community. If you would like to stay up to date with Sage's treatment please use this caring bridge link.
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Be In That Number!
Yes, I want to be in that number...
Please join that number this week.
We will list everyone who has made a 2025 pledge in the November 3 bulletin.
Your name inspires others to make their pledge
commitments as well.
Our Canvass team phone-a-thon begins this Sunday October 20.
Volunteers will reach out to you via text to invite your generosity.
Avoid that call or text by making your commitment today.
allsaintsatlanta.org/give
Thank you so much!
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Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, October 20, 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)
| | ANNOUNCEMENT: The church office is closed on Fridays. The administrative staff will work remotely, however, on that day of the week. | | PARKING: Overflow parking is available at the Bank of America—please enter on North Ave. Please request an additional validation ticket from an usher in the church narthex upon arrival or exit. Use both validation tickets upon exiting the Bank of America parking deck to park free of charge. Be aware, also, that on Sundays in Midtown Atlanta, street parking is free. | | |
Sunday Morning Breakfast
Sundays, from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join us for a delicious breakfast and fellowship with the saints before Sunday services in Ellis Hall. The cost is $10 for adults and $8 for kids.
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Threads' 20th Anniversary
Sunday, October 20, 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Services, in the Church
Threads celebrates 20 years of Clothing Children with Dignity. Join us for a celebration after the 11:15 a.m. service!
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Future of Our Block Forum: The Long-Term State of our Campus and Finances
Sunday October 20, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall and Online
Join our rector, Simon, the chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, Danny Johnson, and our director of finance and operations, Nancy Dodson, as they offer a survey of the current state of our buildings and grounds and projections of our long-term finances. For more information please contact Simon Mainwaring, smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Young Adults’ Brunch & Bible Study
Sunday, October 20, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., The Ross Room
Come enjoy a delicious catered meal, lively conversation and Bible study 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. For more information, please contact Tasia Blair, our Young Adults Coordinator, at youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Director of Music Scott Lamlein’s Recital at The Cathedral of St. Philip
Sunday, October 20, from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Cathedral of St. Philip
Our own Scott Lamlein is featured on the weekly pre-Evensong recital series on the Aeolian-Skinner organ at the Cathedral of St. Philip on October 20 at 3:15 p.m. Join in person or online at: cathedralatl.org/worship/music
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Flowers for All Saints Day
Sunday, October 6 - Sunday, October 20, 2024
On Sunday, November 3, 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 altars and worship spaces with flowers, a tradition made possible only by the generous donations of this parish. Make a donation of any amount by October 20 to be included in the All Saints Sunday bulletin. Visit the table in the courtyard or click the link below. For more information, contact Alvin Moore at alvin-moore@comcast.net.
Donate Here
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Threads Annual Coat Drive
Runs from Sunday, October 13 to Sunday, November 24
Bring new and gently used winter coats to donate to the many children that Threads serves each week. Please drop off coats between October 13 - November 24, in one of the Threads bins located on the All Saints' campus.
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The Welcome Table: Sunday Evening Worship Service and Dinner
Sundays 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 with a jazz trio, singing, 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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Greetings, saints! This past Sunday at All Saints’ Atlanta,Today at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, our parish was bustling with energy, community and love as we celebrated Atlanta Pride!
Outside the church, our youth held a Pop-Up Love Shop where they practiced walking in the Way of Love by giving away free love symbols to everyone who stopped by. Their generosity was truly heartwarming!
Then, at 12:30 p.m., we celebrated Pride Sunday with our All Sorts’ Pride Celebration! The Kennedy Courtyard was filled with joy, food, and fanfare as we honored the beauty and diversity of our community.
Many of us then joined the Diocesan Commission on LGBTQ+ Ministry to march in the Atlanta Pride Parade, celebrating love and inclusion alongside friends from across the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta.
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At our worship services, the rector, The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring, invited the parish to invest in “kingdom economics” by giving generously to support the service work being done through our Core Ministries.
Then at 10:20 a.m., we hosted the Future of Our Block Forum, also led by Simon, who shared an update on the Future Church Task Force report. We also heard from our Core Ministries leaders about their exciting visions for the future. This was the first of a three-part series, so be sure to stay tuned for the next one this coming Sunday!
Throughout the day, our Threads Annual Coat Drive was in full swing, and we’re collecting coats until November 24 to support children in need. There’s still plenty of time to drop off your donations in one of the Threads bins on campus!
We ended the day with our Welcome Table Worship Service and dinner. This evening service of piano, song, prayer, and communion is a time to rest and connect before the week begins, and it’s always a meaningful way to close our Sunday! Beginning this coming Sunday, we will have a jazz trio perform during the service.
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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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New Commissioned Service Music: Mass for All Saints’
Sunday, November 3, at 11:15 a.m., in the Church
Starting at the 11:15 a.m. service this week, the choir will begin introducing the newly composed Mass of All Saints', a new service music setting that was commissioned for us by All Saints' member, Frank Thomas. The composer is Daniel Knaggs, a rising star of serious, young American composers. We will gradually learn the parts of this great work during October, leading up to the premiere on All Saints Sunday, November 3. Join us in our gratitude to Frank and his gift of new music!
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Jazz at All Saints’ Presents The Joe Alterman Trio
Friday, November 22, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the Church
Acclaimed for the infectious joy of his playing, pianist Joe Alterman leads the second in the parish’s new jazz series on Friday evening, November 22. The program, featuring Joe and his trio, begins at 7:00 p.m. in the church and will be followed by a reception in Ellis Hall at 8:30. A regular performer at New York’s Birdland, this Atlanta native is regarded as one of the very best in a new generation of talented jazz performers. He has been praised by such jazz legends as Les McCann, Ahmad Jamal, and Ramsey Lewis. You will know why when you take your seat for another exciting evening of jazz at All Saints’. More information and tickets ($25/adult, $15/student) are available at allsaintsatlanta.org/jazz.
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Ushering for All Saints
We need you to serve as a friendly face and provide a warm welcome to all who enter our church doors. Our Usher Ministry is one of hospitality and assistance to all worshipers, giving extra attention and help to visitors and those with special needs. As a team, usher distribute bulletins, collect offerings, provide attendance counts and guide worshipers to communion. Please contact Charlie Rigby at 770-330-9370 or polyadd333@gmail.com. Thanks for volunteering.
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Composer of the Week
Moses Hogan (1957 – 2003) was an American composer and arranger of choral music. He was best known for his settings of spirituals. Hogan was a pianist, conductor, and arranger of international renown. His works are celebrated and performed by high school, college, church, community, and professional choirs today. Over his lifetime, he published 88 arrangements for voice, eight of which were solo pieces.
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Jesus on the Front Page
Sundays, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Parish Hall 307
In this weekly Sunday morning discussion of a current news story, participants reflect on how we are called to live as faithful people. In a nonpartisan reflection, we explore how we might be called to pray differently, think differently or act differently in our private and public lives. We ask where God might be found in this story and learn to name our lament as well as our hope. E-mail Clark Lemons (clemons@emory.edu) if you have questions!
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The Journey Bible Study
Weekly on Mondays, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., on Zoom
The Journey (Bible Study) continues, led by The Rev. Karen Evans, Parish Priest Associate. Starting in September, we will resume our journey through the Book of Revelation. The only requirements are a Bible and a willingness to learn. Email kevans@allsaintsatlanta.org for additional class information.
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School of the Spirit: “And It Was Good” with the Candler Foundry
Each Wednesday in October, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m., on Zoom
Join the Candler Foundry for a five-session course exploring our responsibility for "this fragile earth, our island home." Taught by leading scholars and theologians, the course explores ecological care through the intersecting lens of theology, spirituality, and ethics, and leads participants to respond to shifting realities in hopeful and generative ways. All Saints' parishioners may register for free using the promotional code “AllSaints24” at check-out with this link: bit.ly/asec-cf-anditwasgood
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Sacred Ground (SG) Circles are Forming!
Beginning October 21, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., on Zoom
SG is a small group dialogue series on race and faith. We invite new circle members & SG alumni who want to rejoin the conversation. For more information, email sacredground@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Wednesdays @ All Saints'
Wednesdays throughout the year, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Ellis Hall
Join us for Wednesdays @ All Saints' (aka Wednesday Night Supper). Grab a friend to come enjoy a meal while connecting with the community. Please note, we have new pricing:
- Adults - $14
- Kids (5-18) - $7
- Kids under 5 – Free
- Students – $8
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Novel Theology October Meeting
Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Ross Room
On Wednesday, October 16, Novel Theology will discuss “The Netanyahus” by Joshua Cohen. Please join us in the Ross Room or on Zoom! Contact Laura Trott at lmtrott@gmail.com to join the mailing list and for Zoom information!
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Trunk or Treat/Harry Potter Eucharist
Sunday, October 27, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Kennedy Courtyard and Ellis Hall
Save the date for our Trunk or Treat and Eucharist on October 27. Join in on the fun with costumes, candy, singing a Eucharist service and a movie screening.
- 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Trunk or Treat
- 4:40 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. - Children's Choir Sing
- 5:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m. - Eucharist Service
- 5:20 p.m. - 7: 00 p.m. - Dinner and a Movie
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Weekly Children & Youth Formation
Nursery/Little Saints: Birth-Pre-K, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.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's 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)
Sundays, 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 7:30 p.m.
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CANCELLED: Bridge of Light Service Event
Saturday, October 19, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., The Atlanta Capitol Building
For more information, please contact Tasia Blair, our Young Adults Coordinator, 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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Calling for The Giving Tree Volunteers
Are you interested in helping organize the Giving Tree this year which runs from November 24 - December 22 and supports five organizations in holiday giving and relationship building? If so, please contact our Director of Refugee Ministries, Louisa Merchant, at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org, for more information.
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Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) is Calling for Volunteers
MAC is looking for Volunteers to serve our community by meeting with clients, packing grocery bags, office maintenance, and more! Please contact MAC to schedule a shift. We also need essential donations such as laundry detergent, food, and hygiene items. Thank you for helping us serve our neighbors in need! Please contact Savanna Keo at savanna@midtownassistancecenter.org for more details and to schedule a volunteer shift.
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We Need You! Volunteer Receptionists
Become a volunteer receptionist at All Saints’! Our volunteers work on a bi-weekly schedule covering a four-hour shift. If interested, please contact Marie Louise Muhumuza at mlmuhumuza@allsaintsatlanta.org or Tracey Sage at tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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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.
Current Needs:
- baby boys’ clothing: sizes 3 months - 24 months
You may purchase items please via the Threads Amazon Wishlist:
bit.ly/ASECThreadsOctober2024
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Read The Faith and Justice Collective's
October Newsletter
The October issue includes the following highlights:
- Loving and Serving Our Neighbors through Children’s Ministries
- Redlining: Systemic Racism in Action
- Last Call to Register to Vote
- All Parishioners Invited to All Sorts’ PRIDE Events
- Georgians for Alternatives to Death Penalty Plan Action Day
- New Scared Ground Circles Forming
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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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