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Episcopal Church of All Saints
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The Rev. E. Suzanne Wille, Rector
We Believe...
...that something special happens to us through our worship of God
...in building upon our extraordinary history as a beacon for social concerns
...in welcoming all people without exception
Service Times
Sunday Mass:
10am
Wednesday Mass: 6pm
Holy Days as Announced
Sung Compline: 2nd Thursday of the month @ 9 pm.
1559 N. Central Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 635-2538
Want to DONATE online? You can do that
HERE.
Parish Prayer List
James Allen
Nancy Bain
Jane Billman
Sharon Crawley
Paul Denny
Vicky Fritz
Jack and Gayle Hamlin
Beth Kerry
Brad King
Tom McCart
Bob and Maryann Plowman
Steve Smith
Alan Wille
Barbara
Curtis
Darrin
Doris and Don
Gerri
Glenna
Kym
Laura and Marshall
Martha
Tom
Syrian refugees
The Abdo Family
Dearly Departed
Local Lives Lost to Homicide Violence in 2017
Brandon
Brealon
Jacob
Anthony
YTD Total 15
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
St. James, New Castle
The Rev. Whitney Smith,
The Rev. Barry Cramer, Deacon
Diocesan Newsletter:
The Gathered Community
Hymns
137
134
129
309
135
Birthdays
Mimi Lengerich
Patrica Griffin
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Week in Review
February 22, 2017
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Dear Friends,
This Sunday is the last Sunday after Epiphany and before Lent begins; this is the Sunday when we hear the story of the Transfiguration--a most remarkable revelation of who Jesus is in this season that is all about revealing the true nature of Jesus. We've seen the nature of Jesus revealed in baptism. We've learned that we are to live differently in the Kingdom Jesus announces--loving and forgiving in lavish ways; following God's, not Caesar's, laws; being on the side of the very ones the world scorns; and acting as salt and light in the world. Come, consider Jesus in the ultimate revelation on the mountain top.
And from that peak, we are then plunged into Lent just a week from today with Ash Wednesday services.
How will you observe Lent this year? There are some options below--from classes on Basic Discipleship and Confession, to stations of the cross, to a Lenten Quiet Day. I hope you will participate in one or more of these opportunities, but even more important, I encourage you to commit to coming to church on Ash Wednesday, each Sunday in Lent, and to all of the Holy Week services. If you live into these 40 days, I think you'll find yourself changed.
Beloved, you are beautiful, I love you, and God adores you.
In Christ,
Mother Suzanne+
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Wednesday, February 22
6:00 pm - Low Mass
Thursday, February 23
5:30 pm - Dinner for Dayspring
7:00 pm
- Choir Rehearsal
Friday, February 24: St. Matthias
6:00 pm -
Low Mass
Saturday, February 25
7:00 pm
- AA
Sunday, February 26: The Last Sunday after Epiphany
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0:00 am
- Solemn High Mass
10:00 am - Sunday School
11:20 am - Mardi Gras Coffee Hour
11:20 am - Knitting Ministry
12:15 pm - Burning of the Palms
Monday, February 27
7:00 pm
- AA
Tuesday, February 28
6:30 pm - Stile Antico Master Music Class
Wednesday, March 1: ASH WEDNESDAY
8:00 am - Low Mass
6:30 pm - Solemn High Mass
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Listen again . . .
Be Perfect - The Rev. E. Suzanne Wille preaches on the seventh Sunday after the Epiphany (February 19, 2017).
"We will need to resist injustice- that's one of the ways we Christians are called to be perfect, to be holy, to be separate from a world that still too often loves to oppress and divide- but even as we do that, we are called to love, love even our enemies, even those who persecute us- for we are never to give up on anyone because, as Congressman [John] Lewis says, "Hate is too heavy a burden to bear."
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The Last Sunday After Epiphany: A Worship Note
This Sunday is our last Sunday after the Epiphany and before Lent begins, when we always hear the story of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. This is also known as "Alleluia" Sunday, and for this special day, we offer a choral setting of the Mass by the late Romantic English composer Harold Darke.
As is our custom when the choir offers its prayers and praise on behalf of the congregation, parishioners are seated during the singing of the Gloria, Sanctus-Benedictus and Agnus Dei.
Adding to the day's festive nature are solos by Greg Wilson, Mary Robinson and Norman Brandenstein (Darke) and Lucy Wortham (Darke and Schütz); the opening voluntary is played by Nikolai Peek and Dalong Ding accompanies the anthem and offertory hymn.
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Plan to stay for a special Mardi Gras coffee hour this Sunday hosted by the All Saints Events Committee.
Bring your palms from last year's Palm Sunday so that we can burn them to make ashes for Ash Wednesday! |
Serving Dinner at Dayspring -
Thursday, February 23
If you are interested and available to assist with the monthly dinner we host for our next door neighbors at Dayspring, please contact Penny Scott at
[email protected]
You can assist by bringing food, setting up, serving and/or cleaning up. We arrive between 5 - 5:30 pm, serve the meal at 6:00 pm, and generally leave by 7:15 pm. If you are able to donate food but not available to be at this event, you may arrange with Penny to leave food at the Parish Hall. Thanks for your generosity!.
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Stile Antico
will offer a master class at All Saints this Tuesday, February 28 from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. We have invited a number of other church choirs to join us for this exciting opportunity!
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GET BACK TO THE BASICS!
Keep a Holy Lent: Basic Discipleship: Wednesdays, 6:45 - 8:15 pm. March 8, 15, 22, 29, and April 5.
What does it mean to be a disciple? Each week we will examine one the of the holy habits of discipleship: Prayer. Worship. Learning. Service. Giving. Participants will be linked as prayer partners, and much of the class is small group work of support and accountability in following Jesus in our daily lives. At the end of class, all will be invited to join ongoing discipleship groups to continue the journey. RSVP to Mother Suzanne by March 3.
Basic Anglicanism: Wednesdays, 6:45 - 8:15 pm. April 26, May 3, 10, and 17.
Want to be confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church? Then plan on taking
both Basic Discipleship and Basic Anglicanism!
There is a $20-per-person nonrefundable fee to cover refreshments and class materials. Scholarships are available, please contact Mother Suzanne for financial assistance. RSVP to Mother Suzanne.
These classes are important and as such we ask that you commit to attend all the sessions offered within each module.
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Tuesdays in Lent: Confession
Book Study on Confession:
Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm. March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4.
Take part in a Lenten book study focused on the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The Reverend Hillary Raining, seminary classmate of Mother Suzanne, has written a new book Joy in Confession: Reclaiming Sacramental Reconciliation that helps readers view confession and reconciliation as an opportunity for forgiveness and new life. Each short chapter explores a different component of confession.
Each participant will receive a photocopy of the manuscript to read and discuss, the opportunity to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation, and the chance to remark on the draft before publication.
RSVP to Mother Suzanne by March 5.
Confession in Lent
- Tuesdays from 6:00 - 6:25 pm. March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4. Enter front doors of the church; confession in the Michael Chapel.
- Maundy Thursday, April 13 from 9:00 - 11:00 pm. Sign-up sheet posted closer to the date.
- As always, Confession is available by appointment.
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Lent: Save the Dates
Book Study on Confession: Tuesdays in Lent, 6:30-7:30 pm.
Basic Discipleship: Wednesdays in Lent. 6:45 - 8:15 pm.
Stations of the Cross: Fridays in Lent. 12:15 pm
Lenten Quiet Day: Saturday, March 25.
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Please join our Arts at All Saints Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, March 12, from 4-7 pm, at the home of Linda Ferreira and Freida Thompson. Come and enjoy sparkling wine, delectable treats, and Broadway songs featuring Davina Steele and Norman Brandenstein, along with the talents of pianist David Meeks.
As always, a $100 donation per person is suggested.
Arts at All Saints looks forward to continued artistic opportunities for our community. This year includes a First Friday "Poetry in Motion" a quilt and poetry show, an Organ Concert, a Master Class Workshop offered by Stile Antico with other choirs invited, and a Senior Recital by Butler University Soprano, Chloe Boelter.
We invite your support for growth in the Arts at All Saints program as we expand our musical and arts offerings.
RSVP no later than March 6, to the parish office at [email protected] or 317-635-2538.
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Pastoral Updates
Nancy Bain had knee replacement surgery last week and is now home. She will need to be at home doing rehab for about five weeks.
Jane Billman returned to church on Sunday. Hurrah!
Brad King is now home recovering and will be home from work for another 6-8 weeks.
Please feel free to e-mail, call, or visit (check in first!) our beloved friends. It means the world to have church friends check in. You can find their contact information in our directory.
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 Damien Center
February Needs-Breakfast:
1 box of Cereal, 1 box of breakfast bars or pop tarts, pancake or baking mix, syrup, jelly, coffee, tea, or hot chocolate mix, canned milk (Milnot).
March Needs-Toiletries: 4 roll package toilet tissue, tooth paste, tooth brushes, deodorant, shampoo, bar soap, 1 package disposable razors,
Other items are always needed and donations are not limited to these.
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Get Involved in Protecting Our Neighbors!
IndyCAN Leadership Assembly
THIS Thursday, February 23, at North United Methodist Church (3808 N. Meridian St) at 7 PM. Join 40 Days of Prophetic Resistance this Lent! Learn more and register
HERE.
Help Welcome Immigrants to Indianapolis!
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Those serving on or near the Altar
on February 26, 2017
The Last Sunday after Epiphany
Presider
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The Rev. E. Suzanne Wille, Rector
Preacher: Patrick Burke
Assisting Priest: The Rev. Thomas Honderich
Organist/Choirmaster:
Janette Fishell, D.Mus
Master of Ceremonies: Mark Gastineau
Acolytes:
Katie Day
Josh Siege
Juniper Christie
Mark Schultz
Amy Hemphill
Br. Francis Jonathan Bullock, BSG
L
ector:
Herb Schlotterbeck
Prayer Ministry: Helene Russell
Lay Eucharist Visitor: Jim Tomlinson
Sunday School Teachers: Louise Boling, Paul Anderson
Greeters:
Tricia and Jesse Clark
Altar Guild: Ginger and Robb Biddinger
Social Media: Brendan O'Sullivan-Hale
Counters: Louise Boling
Flower Guild: Coby Palmer
Coffee Hour Hosts: Events Committee - Mardi Gras
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of my mother The Rev. Jacquelyn Russell,
by Helene Russell.
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How to . . . update the prayer list.
If you would like to add a person or intention to the prayer list, please share the information with the office by sending an email to
[email protected] or calling (317) 635-2538.
We clear the prayer list at the end of each month.
As always, please offer your own prayers aloud during the Prayers of the People during mass when invited to do so.
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