Prayers & Appreciations for this Week |
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We give thanks to those celebrating a birthday, especially, Nancy Tuskey, Phil Sword, Katie Rhodes, Patrick Moriarty, Mary Scott Swanson, David White, Ted Bishop, Margot Burgwyn, Catherine DeVoe, Judy Moore, Wendy Hope, Weston Popp, and Will Winslow
We give thanks to those celebrating an anniversary, especially, Amy & Jay DeVoe
We pray for all those affected by the pandemic especially for the millions who are infected, the thousands who have died, and for their loved ones who grieve.
We pray for all healthcare workers and first responders, especially Erin Anderson, Merv Baldecchi, Sarah Gaffney, Ashley Hinkle, Cameron Hogg, Leah Loomis, Ken Lucas, Beth McGuire, Lauren Nadler, Rebecca Taylor, and Ashley Lucas Wilson
We lift in prayer those who are Sick or Distressed especially, Ted Bishop, Jane Scott Chapin, Richard & Delores Decker, Phyllis Dudding, The Hightower Family, The Krantz Family, Tatum Love, The Love Family, GW Michael, Will Michael, Mary Mulvaney, Nancy, Cliff Pierce, David Russell, Herb Siewert, Francine Wargo, and Corey Wargo-Bergmark
We remember all those who have died.
If you have an addition to our prayer list, please email us.
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The Rev. John Hogg's Sermon from Sunday, February 21 |
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A Message from our Interim Rector Penny Nash on Regathering
We know that many of you are continuing to wonder when we might be able to re-gather on campus for church services, especially now that the virus numbers are coming down and the vaccination numbers are going up. We are happy to report that have new metrics for re-gathering which we hope will get us together sooner. The data is found at https://globalepidemics.org/key-metrics-for-covid-suppression/ under the Virginia/Henrico tab, and our thresholds are as follows: When the daily new cases per 100K population gets to 25 or below, we may begin gathering outdoors. When that number goes down to 10 or below, we may be re-gather indoors. In both these cases, protocols that have been vetted and approved according to scientific/medical standards will still be observed which we will advertise to you when we get to that point. Obviously the weather will continue to be a factor and even if we are meeting in person either outdoors or indoors, we will continue to offer virtual worship for those who are not ready to be in crowds or who cannot get to church for other reasons.
For those who wonder why those who are vaccinated cannot gather now, remember that none of the staff are vaccinated. We know that everyone is tired of this and we are, too, but there is truly good news and light at the end of this long, dark tunnel!
Blessings,
Penny+
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Lent Offerings at All Saints |
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Telling the All Saints Story: Past, Present, & Future with The Rev. Penny Nash
Join Interim Rector Penny Nash for an interactive series where we will explore All Saints Church (past, present, & future) by telling stories about the parish. Penny will have topics and questions for participants that explore the parish history, parish identity, relationships and ministries in the community, and hopes for the future. The sessions will take place on Zoom on Wednesdays during Lent (begins February 24 and ends March 24) from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. All are welcome and encouraged to come to every session and offer your stories and engage with the stories of your parish family.
Meeting ID: 872 1504 8637
Passcode: 8787
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Lent Book Study
You are invited to join as we explore and discuss Frederick Buechner’s book, Telling the Truth: The Gospel as Tragedy, Comedy, and Fairy Tale, and the many themes and truths it may bring up in our own lives, both as individuals and as a community.
The discussions will begin this week and last about 4 weeks and offer the opportunity for a casual and open group conversation.
If you are interested in joining, please email John.
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Join us this Wednesday at Noon for our first 30-minute Lenten Noonday Recital, featuring Dr. Christopher Reynolds on Facebook & YouTube.
Christopher was appointed Director of Music and Organist at St. Paul’s in January of 2016. Christopher holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Organ Performance and Church Music from the University of Michigan, studying with world-renowned organist, Dr. Marilyn Mason. Christopher holds the Choirmaster Certificate from the AGO and is also active with the Association of Anglican Musicians. Christopher currently serves as the Dean of the Richmond Chapter of the AGO and is on the planning committee for the 2022 Annual Conference of the Association of Anglican Musicians.
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Calling all Garden Volunteers! |
Are you looking for a little outdoor time with friends and family? while doing some worthwhile and meaningful work”? Well we have the perfect opportunity for everyone of all ages to come help at the church.
Many gardeners produce excess vegetables during the growing season. Some preserve their surplus vegetables for later use, while others give friends and neighbors the extras. Another option for using this excess produce could be a local food pantry. Roughly 10.6% of children in our Greater Richmond area is considered food insecure and many of these individuals frequently visit food pantries for assistance according to Feed America sources. Donating a garden’s bounty to a local food pantry is a great way to help those in need in local communities.
Oats and beans and barley grow. Do you or I or anyone know how oats and beans and barley grow? We will learn together how vegetables grow. In our Food Pantry garden, we will be growing not oats, not barley, but certainly beans, and squashes, peas, potatoes, peppers, onions, and carrots (and maybe a few little pretties.)
We will begin this work on March 6 and March 20 between 9 am and 3pm. We hope you will sign up to help, even if it is just for an hour! Food and refreshments will be provided (with COVID precautions in place). We have some tools, but you are welcome to bring additional tools you feel will be helpful. Everyone is welcome, all ages and gardening levels! Sign up here.
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What is Lent? – Or rather, why do we even need to have Lent?
A solid question - all Youth, 6th grade and up, are invited to join us for some group time as we look at those questions. We are currently holding a wonderful Lenten discussion via zoom every Sunday from 7:00-7:30. This a laid back but energetic time to reconnect with friends while exploring and answering those questions we all have during Lent.
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All Saints Got Talent Video |
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If you missed the premier of All Saints Got Talent, you can watch it here. A big round of applause to all our talented parishioners who contributed and our Music Director Scott Hayes for putting together a fun show! |
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Canned Food Donations Needed |
Our partners at Welborne Church are in need of the following donations for the food pantry:
Canned fruit
Canned milk
Spaghetti O’s/Ravioli
Spaghetti sauce (in a can, NO GLASS)
Instant mashed potatoes
All donations can be left in the green shed by the playground at All Saints. Thank you for your continued support of this important ministry!
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Looking for families who hike….As we get closer to spring, many of us are looking for new places to hike….whether it’s in a park or trail in our community or out of town. We know that many of you have used these days of social distancing to explore our beautiful state and would love recommendations of places that you’ve enjoyed in the past year. Please send those ideas this week to us to include in the Digital Dove and in our JAM newsletter.
VBS is coming July 26-30 from 9 am- 12 noon! Look for the registration form after March 1st.
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