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Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 |
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Dear All Saints Family,
It is jarring to me to hold together the disparate events that I see and experience on this fragile planet this Easter season. While Christ is Risen, with His love and possibility pouring out upon us in ceaseless streams, the world continues turning in both its beauty and brokenness. I saw video recordings this morning of a memorial ceremony held yesterday for U.S. Capitol police officer William "Billy" Evans, who was killed on April 2 when struck by a vehicle whose driver intentionally rammed into him and another officer standing in front of a U.S. Capitol steel barricade. (The other office survived.) I also watched video recordings of yet another black man shot and killed by a police officer in the Minneapolis area, with a police official tragically reporting that she thought she was using her tazer, not her gun. She has since resigned from the police force.
Blessedly, Covid vaccinations continue to spread world-wide--even with a pause on one--and many good things abound at All Saints, thanks to our Lord and all of you. Yesterday a great team prepared 81 meals that were served last night to folks in need at Ruthie's Kitchen. This afternoon we have a chance to learn more about caring for those with Alzheimers or Dementia in a zoom session with Gail Sonesso, a skilled local guide in such journeys. And tomorrow evening we gather with our dear friend and deacon, The Rev. Dr. Joanna Seibert as she reflects on "The Spirituality of Aging," the first session of two. What feasting for body and soul!!!! Details on these events are below--today's zoom requires pre-registration!!!
We continue to collect clothing for Farmworkers and more, and so many are responding with wonderful generosity to our Mortgage Reduction campaign! We continue to nurture the good in ourselves, each other, and in our communities near and far, and oh how needed are such acts. Bishop Mariann Budde in the Diocese of Washington recently noted that "Easter is more of a process than an event," and our world illustrates that this is so. What a joy and privilege to be journeying together in the process of manifesting Easter light and love. May Christ's light continue to spread across all darkness, and may our part in this deepen and grow.
With love and gratitude,
Rev. Cindy
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All Saints' Sunday Services
Sunday, April 18th, 2021
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8:30 a.m. - Service of Holy Eucharist
10:30 a.m. - Service of Holy Eucharist + Zoom
Our April Sunday Services will be at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. inside, in person and on the Gazebo (weather permitting). Zoom at 10:30 only. We continue the practices of mask-wearing and 6 feet physical distancing. Our maximum seating capacity in the Sanctuary is 38.
Attendee RSVP - Please Click HERE!
We would appreciate your responses!
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All Saints’ Joy of Easter 2021 |
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TODAY, April 14th -
GEM Resources Zoom Presentation
2-3:30 pm
Join Gail Sonnesso Executive Director of GEM and fellow All Sainters as we Zoom and learn about GEM's program toolkits, tips and resources designed to support a person living with cognitive changes (dementia) and for providing a basis for Faith Community volunteers, program staff, volunteers, and family care partners, extended family members and community friends to support these individuals.
Registration is required in advance by contacting Gail Sonnesso at gsonnesso@gmail.com to receive the registration form and zoom link. Kaye White has agreed to be the MemoryCare Mentor for All Saints and is available to answer any questions you might have by contacting her via cell phone #252-256-1375.
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April 15th & 22nd - Thursdays - The Rev. Dr. Joanna
Seibert Hosts “The Spirituality of Aging”
6:30 - 7:30pm - Online Meeting via Zoom
For 2 weeks in the Easter Season, the Rev. Joanna Seibert M.D., Little Rock, Arkansas, will share her experiences as an Episcopal Deacon and as a physician about the Spirituality of Aging. A major part of her discussion will concern what Parker Palmer calls, “How to Keep a Supple Heart.” She was our Advent Retreat leader and her daily devotional blogs are a favorite of many parishioners as well as our Rector.
Meeting ID: 874 6563 8083
Passcode: 273378
April 18th & 25th - Third and Fourth Sundays in Easter
8:30 & 10:30am in-person and INSIDE and on Gazebo for BOTH services! Zoom at 10:30 only. Nursery and Children’s Godly Play at 10:30.
April 29th and May 6th - Thursdays:
Sacred Ground Reflections - 6:30-7:30pm
May 13th and 20th- Thursdays - Suzanne Scott Constantine - Suzanne Scott Constantine will share her sacred path as an LGBTQ person of faith and her journey to finding a spiritual home at All Saints. The second session will focus on becoming effective allies with LGBTQ people as a spiritual practice and as an aspect of beloved community.
6:30-7:30pm
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Phyllis Porcher Memorial Service
May 1st, 11 a.m. at All Saints
We will give thanks for the life of Phyllis Bates Porcher at a memorial service on Saturday, May 1st at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome!
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Children's Ministries Through Eastertide
and Beyond
Godly Play Class for children ages 4 through elementary ages continue after Easter at 10:30am in Classroom 5 in the Education wing. Join in new stories about Jesus' risen life, the formation of the church, and the ministry of the Apostles through the Holy Spirit. These life-giving stories invite children to wonder, imagine themselves in these adventures of faith, and respond through art and play. The lead teachers are Ann McDowell and Suzy Rich.
Additional teachers are most warmly welcomed to expand our team. Training will be provided as needed!! Please contact Rev. Cindy, Ann or Suzy via the church office or in person if you are interested.
Our Nursery continues to be open for infants through 3 year olds during the 10:30am service through the spring and summer. An adult volunteer is needed each week to work with our wonderful caregiver Roseanna Heller. Please contact Carole Kimmel in person or via the church office to join this delightful time with our youngest children. Training will be provided.
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Mortgage Reduction Capital Campaign Update
Blessings Abound!
WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO REPORT THAT WE ARE CLOSING IN OUR GOAL TO PAY OFF THE MORTGAGE!
Thank you to all who have responded with your gifts. All Saints is so blessed by the generosity. Gifts may be mailed or placed in Sunday’s collection marked “Mortgage Reduction”.
~ Tess Judge and Bob Riche, Campaign Co-Chairs
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Assistance Needed!
Help with Church Social Media
We are looking for a few folks who would be willing to assist with maintaining our social media outlets. We need a few people who would be willing to keep our Facebook page and our website up to date and upload our worship services to our YouTube account. If you are interested in this part of our ministries but don't have the knowledge we would get you the necessary training. Please contact Nancy Atkinson at nancy.atkinson1960@gmail.com or 804.874.0508.
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Lay Service Schedule
Thanks to Dave Briggman, we once again have a convenient lay service schedule available for viewing! It can be seen HERE, and also on the front page of our website: www.allsaintsobx.org! |
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Community and Outreach Events |
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Thank You from Ruthie's Kitchen!
Many Many Thanks!!!
Thank you to the 23 parishioners that provided food for the 81 meals we delivered Tuesday for Ruthie’s Kitchen. The recipients were extremely appreciative. The variety, and quality, of food would rival any restaurant on the Outer Banks.
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Episcopal Farmworkers Ministry
The Episcopal Farmworker Ministry (EFwM) in Newton Grove, North Carolina is collecting clean, used or new work clothes, personal toiletries and other items for migrant workers in the Newton Grove area. All Saints will collect items for the farmworkers during April. Items can be dropped off at All Saints under the gazebo on top of the RITI cooler outside the door to the office. Donated items can also be brought to a Sunday morning service & placed in baskets in the Narthex.
Read more and view wish list HERE!
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Room In The Inn - Online Auction
RITI is having an online auction throughout the month of April. If you want a chance to bid on some really cool stuff and have your proceeds go to a good cause (i.e., RITI), then go HERE and register. You can also find the link on the homepage of RITI's website - obxroomintheinn.org - and on our Facebook page.
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NC MedAssist
Free Over the Counter Medicine Giveaway
DRIVE-THRU EVENT - Read more HERE!
Date: May 15, 2021 Time: 9am-2pm
Where: Community Care Clinic of Dare
425 Health Center Drive, Nags Head, NC 27959
OTC Items include: cold, cough, flu medicine, pain relief, vitamins, and children's medicine, etc.
Pre-Registration is strongly encouraged!
Register at: www.medassist.org/mobile
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TO "THOSE WHO SERVE"!
Sunday, April 18th, 2021
The Rev. Cindy Simpson, Celebrant
Steve Blackstock, Organist and Choirmaster
Vestry Person of the Day: Dawn Kiousis
Welcoming Coordinator: Bob Baldwin
Altar Guild: Ann Laughner, Sally Myers, Hillary Klein
Flower Guild: Arlene Price, Joan Voltz
Counter: Tess Judge
8:30 a.m.
Greeter: John Tucker
Usher: Sandy Feyrer
LEM: Carol Vipavetz
Lector: Deborah Beddingfield
10:30 a.m.
Greeter: Laura Holmes Ushers: Kaye White & Rich Angilieri
LEM: Charles Coppage
Lector: Donna Walker
Zoom Coordinator: Jack Myers
Find all of the news about All Saints' - check out our website! You can find special events, photos, and "All Around All Saints" in one location at any time. Please click on the following link to visit our website: www.allsaintsobx.org. Please note: All Saints' Financial Reports are always available on the church website, www.allsaintsobx.org as well as on the Vestry bulletin board in the sanctuary hallway.
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Birthdays:
April 13 - Bob Baldwin
April 14 - Etta Lanuti
April 17 - Roseanna Heller
April 18 - Charlotte Gilmore
April 20 - David Feyrer, Julia Bachman
April 21 - Tess Judge
April 26 - Carole Kimmel
April 27 - Sue Lynch
April 28 - Miriam Calhoun
Anniversaries:
April 30 - Jack and Sally Myers
May 2 - Jessica and Matt Witter
PRAYER REQUESTS
Today your prayers for healing are requested for Suzanne, Nico and Graham, Scott, Sue, Harry, Barbara, Sally, Scot, Rob, Geody, Lyn, Tatum, Tom, Kiki, Kevin and Mary Jo and family, Kathy, Linda, Sean, Erin, Adelaide and Lillian, Bill, Dick and Holly, Ted, Grady, Bunny, Norman, Joe and Mary Anne, Dick and Miriam, Dan, Ed and Carol, Marcia, Shirley and Family, Jeanne, Glen, Anthony and Pat.
Bless our armed forces and those in harm's way, our enemies and those who wish us harm, and the poor, the sick, the hungry, the oppressed, and those in prison. Your prayers are also requested for our companions in ministry: For Rob, our Bishop; for Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Pope Francis in Rome; The Church of Ireland; Keith and the lay people of Emmanuel Lutheran; From our Diocese: Kate from St. Francis in Goldsboro; St. Augustine’s in Kinston; and all who minister in our church.
Should you know of other sites that should be shared, please contact Jenn in the church office. If you or your committee would like to have an announcement included in the weekly newsletter, please call or email the church office by Tuesday of each week.
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All Saints Episcopal Church - 252. 261. 6674
40 Pintail Trail, Southern Shores, NC 27949
allsaintsobx@gmail.com
www.allsaintsobx.org
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