Scheduling a physical exam with the doctor this week, I chose the earliest appointment possible. I don’t enjoy fasting (blood work makes me hangry). I also am among the privileged in our city who can make this kind of choice about when and what to eat.
A 2014 study on hunger in America estimated 755,400 people, in metro Atlanta and north Georgia, are not so fortunate. One in every 7.5 persons in our city turns to food pantries and meal service programs for food, for self and family. Among these households, 73% report choosing between paying for food and paying for medicine or medical care in a given year. 36% of these folks are making that choice every single month.
Tonight (Thursday, October 17 at 7:00 p.m.), All Saints’ Young Adults will gather at Mezcalitos in Grant Park to enjoy food and fellowship. We likely will prove a smaller gathering this month (introverts, here is your chance!). Not because we are fasting but, rather, juggling other professional duties (like staff retreats and TAD assignments). Longtime members still will stake out space for our group that night, though this month’s Saints on Tap outing will prove a BYO (buy, not bring) experience.
As we each take part in meaningful work, good food, and nourishing connections with colleagues and friends, let’s not forget that this Sunday, October 20, All Saints’ Young Adults will band together to extend compassion into the wider city, as we serve at the Atlanta Community Food Bank from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Please sign up if you haven’t already (
click here
) and help us share the abundant blessings we enjoy. Many still long to taste God’s goodness in daily life. Let’s choose to reach out and meet their need in this practical way!
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The Rev. Sarah Stewart
Associate Rector for Young Adults and Innovation
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Young Adult Formation Series: In Faith
Sunday, October 20, 10:20—11:05 a.m.
Room P202, Parish House
On the third Sunday of each month, explore resources from our Christian tradition that can support us in our daily lives. Everyone is welcome, even if you haven't been to the first session!
Fall dates: September 15, October 20, November 17, and December 15.
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Volunteering with the Atlanta Community Food Bank
Sunday, October 20, 1:00—4:00 p.m.
Atlanta Community Food Bank, 732 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd, NW Atlanta, GA 30318
Join fellow young adults at the Atlanta Community Food Bank Product Rescue Center for an afternoon of service and fun, as we inspect, sort, and pack quality grocery donations for distribution to agencies across Georgia.
Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are required; sneakers or work boots are encouraged. Flips flops, sandals or heeled shoes are not allowed. Please wear comfortable clothing you won't mind getting wrinkled.
To attend, you must sign up through the Atlanta Community Food Bank, using the link below.
Feel free to invite your friends to join us too!
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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Silent Film with Improvised Organ Accompaniment by David Briggs
Tuesday, October 22, 7:30 p.m., in the church
On Tuesday night, we will have the opportunity to experience a silent film with improvised organ accompaniment just in time for Halloween. David Briggs, an internationally renowned concert organist, will provide spontaneous accompaniment to the 1920 Paramount silent film, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde." Popcorn will be served, and with the assistance of some fog machines the church will be transformed for a spooktacular experience.
Curious about what this looks like?
Click here
to enjoy a clip of David Briggs improvising accompaniment to "The Phantom of the Opera."
$25 general admission / $10 Students / No cost for children & teens under 18
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Harry Potter Night
Sunday, October 27
Join us for a magical evening of Harry Potter-themed worship, fellowship, and fun for all ages. Costumes encouraged!
Trunk or Treat
4:30 p.m., Kennedy Courtyard
Trunk or treat through Diagon Alley (a.k.a Kennedy Courtyard) with Harry Potter characters and friends from our Children's Ministries and Refugee Ministries programs.
Holy Eucharist: Harry Potter and the Theological Imagination
5:30 p.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
Celebrate Eucharist in the Great Hall (a.k.a. Ellis Hall), then eat a Hogwarts-style feast and enjoy the movie “Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets” afterward.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Help Us Include Children from Clarkston.
Our Refugee Ministries program invites volunteers to help us transport and supervise children from Clarkston so they can join us for this fun evening!
Click here
to learn more and sign up.
For more information, contact Louisa Merchant at
louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org
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Be Part of the Magic!
We also invite volunteers to bring candy to donate for the Trunk or Treat and/or to help us magically transform Ellis Hall into the Great Hall after the 11:15 a.m. worship service.
If you’re able to volunteer for any amount of time, please contact Jill Gossett at
jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org
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A few more events coming up soon...
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We publish this email newsletter every week or two to provide updates about what's coming up for young adults at All Saints', as well as parish-wide events that might interest you. If you do not wish to receive these updates, you can unsubscribe at any time (scroll to the bottom of the email). If you'd prefer to receive the parish-wide weekly newsletter instead (or in addition),
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For more information contact The Rev. Sarah Stewart
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