News from All Saints Episcopal Church

All Saints Episcopal Church Newsletter

God in all things, people of all kinds.

August 20, 2017

Upcoming Events!

Welcome Mtr. Terri Daily

The All Saints' Episcopal Church Vestry is pleased to announce that Mtr. Terri Daily has been appointed as the All Saints' Episcopal Church Priest-In-Charge. This appointment by the Bishop is effective from October 1st, 2017 to March 31st, 2019. The Sr. Warden, Sue Hastings-Bishop, is developing and will soon be communicating a more extensive biography on Mtr. Terri .

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Capital Campaign Update August 1, 2017

Initial pledges received 70

Pledges completed (met or exceeded) to date 15

Total Pledged Amount $462,143.00

Total received to date $302,961.39

Projection through July 2017 $331,920.69

Pledges vs. Actual Received ($28,959.30)

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All Saints Adult Choir News

Do people look at you strangely at stoplights as you belt out the oldies with the radio? Are you a canary in the shower? If so, consider joining the All Saints Choir. All voice parts are welcome and no audition is required! Don't know what a "voice part" is or how to read music? No worries. Co-directors Tim and Kristin Smith and the friendly folks in the choir are ready and eager to help.

The Adult Choir performs its music ministry weekly, from September-May, with occasional Sundays off. The choir also performs for special occasions as needed. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:15-8:15 pm, with a "touch up" rehearsal on Sunday morning before the 10:30 am service.

Please take note of the following upcoming events:

Wednesday, August 23, 2017 @ 7:15 pm: First "official" rehearsal of the season

Newcomers especially welcome!

Wednesday, August 30, 2017 @ 7:15 pm: Second "official" rehearsal of the season

Newcomers especially welcome!

Wednesday, September 6, 2017 @ 7:15 pm: Third "official" rehearsal of the season

Newcomers especially welcome!

Sunday, September 10, 2017 @ 10:30 am: RALLY DAY/First Sunday for the Adult Choir to return to its ministry of music.

All rehearsals take place upstairs in the loft of the nave/sanctuary.

Exciting things are happening with the music ministry this year. We have our annual Advent Service of Lessons and Carols planned for December 10, 2017. With the assistance of our new pipe organ and a beautifully restored grand piano to support and enliven our worship we can once again look forward to leading this special event. These fine instruments are guaranteed to give you the confidence you need to sing joyfully and with an open heart. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Questions? Call or e-mail Kristin at 264-1351 or [email protected].

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Christian Formation for Children and Youth:

Looking for volunteers to lead in the 3 & 4 year old Sunday School class. If you enjoy working with this age group, this could be your chance to plug into a new ministry! Please contact Sherrie Cotton or Kimby Tackett to volunteer or for further information.

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Sunday Morning Snacks

Volunteers are needed for snacks on Sunday mornings. If you can help with this ministry, please contact Marcia Van Horn, 967-4215.

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Diocese Youth Commission Applications
If you are in 9th-12th grades and are active in an Episcopal Church Community in any way, consider joining the Diocese Youth Commission, the leadership council which plans and assists in leading diocesan youth events. Application are available on the EYC website and will be open through the month of August.

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Interfaith Service and Food Festival

St. Mark Baptist Choir to Perform at St. Luke's, NLR

Festival of the Senses at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in North Little Rock will open their 2017-18 concert series on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. with a concert featuring Saint Mark Baptist Sanctuary Choir. The 70-voice choir will perform a variety of gospel music, including contemporary favorites, spirituals and traditional hymns. Admission is free and open to the public.

St. Mark's Shrimp Boil to Benefit St. Francis House

St . Mark's Episcopal Church in Little Rock will hold its 13th annual Shrimp Boil on Saturday, Oct. 7, 5-9 p.m. (take-out 5-7), at the St. Mark's campus on Mississippi Ave. The shrimp boil is a fundraiser to benefit St. Francis House, and has raised more than $185,000 in the past dozen years. Enjoy table-side service and entertainment by the Greasy Greens. Discounted advance tickets available now, $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under; or get them at the door for $30 and $15. Call St. Marks at 501-225-4203 or email [email protected]
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MOPS

MOPS (Mother's Of Pre Schoolers) is about to start up meetings again here at All Saint's! We meet on the second Mondays of each month September through May here from 9-11AM.

Once again we are reaching out to the All Saint's congregation for volunteer help. Unfortunately we lost a couple of great volunteers from last year because of new adventures, and now we are seeking out more volunteers to bless our group. We aren't asking you to come every month, unless you want to, but even if you could help with a couple certain months we would appreciate it.

Here is what volunteering for MOPS looks like, we provide coffee and the kids and you get to snuggle and play with little ones who love attention! If you think this sounds like something you'd enjoy, please get a hold of Kayleigh Whisler the MOPS coordinator (402) 984-2008.

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NEIGHBORS TABLE

Thanks to all whose generosity helps us serve delicious, nutritious meals every Saturday. We continue to welcome newcomers to Neighbors Table nearly every week. Please remember Neighbors Table in your prayers.

To serve on a Saturday morning, call or text Catherine, 264-4346, or sign up on the white boards. If you would like to serve in other ways, or have questions, call or text Catherine.

Team leaders and members for August 19: Jeff Aulgur and Central Presbyterian Church.

Team leaders and members for August 26: Sue Hastings-Bishop, Ricki Duffee and Jasper, David Williams, Casey Anderson

Contribution Statements: Please check

Your contribution statements are now available online anytime you want to check on the fulfillment of your pledges or contributions. Click on the MEMBERS tab to login to your account. You will find all your gifts separated by designations on the giving tab. Please go to http://www.allsaintsrussellville.org

Want to view Annual Reports, Vestry Minutes or other such documents?

Members can now access uploaded documents on the Church website by signing in under the Member's tab, going to their Church Directory under the Group's tab and selecting the document you want to view under the Resources tab. We are in the process of loading more documents. Go check it out!

Contact KaDee McCormick for church website assistance including accessing such documents.

Service Times On Sundays

Sundays: Holy Eucharist 8 & 10:30 am

Spiritual Formation on Sundays:

For Adults: 9:15 am

Children's Sunday School and

EfM taking a break for summer.

Activities During the Week

Mondays: AA Meeting 12:00 noon

Tuesday: Healing Prayer by appointment

Comfort Zone 12:00

(1st Tuesday)

Yoga 5:30 pm

Wednesday: Fit Girls 5:30 am

Bible Study 10:00 am

(Summer Break)

Diabetes Support: 11:00 am (2nd Wed)

Holy Eucharist 6:30 pm

Choir Practice 7:15 pm

(Summer Break)

Thursdays: Community Market 4:00 pm

Labyrinth Walk 6-8pm (1st and 3rd Thursday each month)

Fridays: Fit Girls 5:30 am

AA Meeting 12:00 noon

Saturday: Neighbors Table: 12:00 noon

Vision Statement

We, the community of All Saints',

endeavor to live the love of Christ, as we embrace and serve all of creation as one family.

Mission Statement

1. To become a community of people who worship together and live the Gospel of Christ to the fullest.

2. To become a community of people who practice the Baptismal Covenant and respect the dignity of all people.

3. To become a community of people who on a daily basis, welcome, empower, and equip one another for the individual ministry to which one is called.

4. To become a people who incorporate the best from the past, embrace the best of the present and prepare for a better future.

Remember in Prayer

Greg Tackett, Sandy Britt, Susan Shelton, Matthew Hlass, Ester Smith, Julianne Le Lehurne, Dick and Nancy Smith, Don Lee Sr., Gib Bewley, Mac and Donna Van Horn, Pam Van Horn, Tom Munson, Larry Amundson, Paul Evans, Bill and Milly Chevaillier, Teresa Green, Jim Tischhauser.