All Things, All Saints'
October 21, 2021
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Bringing It Back!
See the Book of Gospels & Acts
of The Saint John's Bible
this Sunday 10am
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JOIN US FOR IN-PERSON WORSHIP
THIS WEEKEND
HOLY EUCHARIST
Saturday, October 23
5pm in the Church
Sunday, October 24
7:30am in the Church
10am in the Church
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WATCH OUR SERVICES & OFFERINGS ON FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE
Just click on the icon for our Facebook Page or our YouTube Channel
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SUNDAY
October 24
10am Holy Eucharist ONLINE
LIVESTREAM on Facebook & YouTube
WEEKDAYS
Wednesday mornings at 9am, join Pastor Emilie IN-PERSON
in the Chapel for Morning Prayer, with anointing for healing after
Evening Prayer
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UPDATED COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
The clergy and staff of All Saints’, along with leadership at the Diocese of Arizona, continue to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Your comfort, safety, and health are very important to us. As such, we strongly encourage every eligible adult to become vaccinated for COVID-19. Mask wearing remains optional for those who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. "Fully vaccinated” means an individual is more than 14 days past the final dose of the vaccine. While not required, mask wearing is now strongly encouraged by the CDC for all persons, whether they are fully vaccinated or not. Along with Bishop Reddall, the clergy and staff of All Saints’ encourage everyone to do what is right for ourselves and for others.
NOTE: For all “Children, Youth and Family” activities (CYF) including Sunday School, Youth Acolytes, and children, youth, and family events: all children, parents, and instructors attending will be required to wear masks when indoors. Children, parents, and instructors who are ill should not attend Sunday School, CLASP, or any service/event. If any participant has been exposed to COVID-19, and has not received a negative test, he or she should not attend regardless of vaccination status and feeling well. All CYF participants must follow the direction of the instructors regarding COVID-19 protocol. Examples of such direction may include washing/sanitizing hands upon entering and leaving a classroom or field trip site, social distancing, and no sharing of food or beverages.
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A Reflection from Fr. Tim Yanni |
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Long ago, in my life before the priesthood, I worked in radio as an on-air disc jockey. We had two stations. One featured adult contemporary music and the other played oldies from the 1950’s through the 70’s (and even the early 80’s from time to time). This helped me to develop an appreciation for music that would otherwise been long before my time. One of the artists I learned to appreciate was a man named James Taylor.
I had known of James Taylor because my parents enjoyed his music.
I also remember his appearances on Sesame Street when he sang about “Jelly Man Kelly.” Along with the children gathered around him, I remember enthusiastically singing, “Oh, can he come home Jenny? Can he come home, Jenny? Can he come?” It was kind of a gibberish song, but a fun one for a five-year old. I also remember him singing to Oscar the Grouch on the rooftop of 123 Sesame Street, changing the lyrics of one of his most popular songs to, “Whenever I see your grouchy face, it makes me wanna smile because I like you.” To this day, James Taylor remains a talented and charismatic performer. As a priest and pastor, I particularly admire the lyrics from a song he frequently performs called, “You’ve Got a Friend.”
In “You’ve Got a Friend”, Taylor, who sometimes sings a duet with Carole King, lists many of the reasons someone might need a friend. When in need, Taylor and King assure the listener, “Just call out my name and you know wherever I am, I’ll come running.” This is true in “winter, spring, summer or fall. All you’ve got to do is call and I’ll be there. You’ve got a friend.” Isn’t that beautiful? As Taylor sings, “ain’t it good to know that you’ve got a friend?” Especially “when people can be so cold?”
All Saints’ is the kind of place where I have seen so many people develop meaningful and lasting friendships. I pay attention to these kinds of things. I know many of you go out to enjoy a cup of coffee together after an early morning service. Many of you go out to brunch or lunch after the 10 a.m. service, and there has been a tradition of a dinner gathering after the Saturday evening service. I know of parishioners making telephone calls to one another to check in from time to time, and I know you care deeply about one another. I especially witnessed your friendships in action during the times we were not able to gather in close proximity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You stayed in touch, prepared meals for those who needed them, and made sure your friends knew you cared.
Like Taylor sings in one of his most famous songs, “Fire and Rain,” many of us “have seen lonely times when we could not find a friend.” I am hopeful that is not the case for anyone who makes their way inside the doors of our church. I am hopeful that anyone who comes to All Saints’ for the first time or the thousandth time will find someone who will be that person’s friend. Jesus knew the importance of friendships. He called his friends to be his disciples. And he sent them out in pairs. Two-by-two, they would go out to share the Good News. They didn’t do it alone, but instead in pairs: pairs of friends. I encourage you to continue to nurture your friendships here at All Saints’. They might just put a smile on your face. And, whenever I see your smiling face, I have to smile myself.
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Pray. Learn. Serve. Connect. |
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Dear All Saints’ Families,
Our first Interfaith Conversation of the year is coming up on Wednesday, October 27, at 8:00 a.m. We are excited to welcome our panel of six speakers representing the Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, Judaic, Christian, and Sikh faiths. Each of our panelists will share their thoughts and answer questions around this topic: How does your religious background, sacred writings, or beliefs influence you to make the world a better place?
In our community, every individual is celebrated, embraced, and belongs. We believe diversity and inclusion are guided by our Episcopal ethos and value the opportunities for dialogue and growth with events such as our Interfaith Conversations. We hope you will join us for this important conversation.
Mrs. Jennfer Sprague
All Saints’ Religion Teacher
All Saints' Episcopal Day School
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NEW! Attention Parents!
After Sunday school drop off, please join us in the Urbano Library in the Church Office for coffee and conversation in a new group for parents of school-aged kids. The format for the group is yet to be determined, but the goal is fellowship and connection. Join us! We'd love to meet you. Questions? Please reach out to Erin and Kevin Lentz at ktlentz@gmail.com or erinlentz@gmail.com. |
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CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES
Sunday School for Pre-K-3rd Grade 9-9:50am
on Sunday, October 24
in St. Barbara
Acolytes 4th Grade and Above: “CLASP”
3rd Sunday of the Month
Next CLASP gathering on November 21
Children, Youth, & Family Service Projects
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VIRTUAL WOMEN'S BREAKFAST WEEKLY
ON ZOOM
All women are invited
every Friday at 9:30am on Zoom. BYOC (bring your own coffee)!
and follow the instructions on your screen to join.
Meeting ID: 899 7988 3593
Passcode: 411001
Questions:
contact Joyce Moderow
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VIRTUAL MEN'S
BREAKFAST
NOW WEEKLY
ON ZOOM
All men are invited
every Thursday at 8am on Zoom. BYOC (bring your own coffee)!,
and follow the instructions on your screen to join.
Meeting ID:871 2079 2718
and Password: 169888
Questions:
contact Deacon Jim Bade at
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NEXT LIVE & IN-PERSON WOMEN’S BREAKFAST
Mark your calendar for the next gatherings at 9am.
Wednesday, November 17: Elly's / Uptown Plaza by AJs
Thursday, December 16: Daily Dose / Midtown
Please let Joyce Moderow know if you can join in so there will be enough space. text: 602-957-3211 (preferred) / or email:
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Have a cup of Joe with Jesus & maybe even a donut hole . . .
along with a chat with your All Saints' Family on Sundays in the Narthex/Lobby before and after the 10am service
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Here's the Book Discussion Group's Book List for 2021-2022 |
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Centering Prayer Update
We are writing to encourage you to register for Becoming Prayer, an enriching day with Father Vincent Pizzuto on Saturday, November 6, 2021 from 9am to 3pm. For everyone’s comfort and safety, this will be held on Zoom, with our speaker coming to us live from California.
Fr. Vincent is a Professor of New Testament and Christian Mysticism at the University of San Francisco, a leading voice in the younger generation of contemplatives bringing forward the wisdom of Fr. Thomas Keating and others. We could all benefit from a day of depth and inspiration right now. The event is free with love donations welcome. Please register here. The last day to register is November 3, 2021. A confirmation and zoom link will be sent to your inbox before the day.
Holding you in the Silence with Love,
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Opportunities to Reach Out |
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Prison Ministries Angel Tree Project for 2021
Angel Tree is a national non-profit that has been serving the children of the incarcerated for almost 50 years. The way the program works is they invite people who are incarcerated to request that their children receive a Christmas gift on their behalf – the gifts are purchased by volunteers/donors and delivered to the children the week before Christmas. Our primary focus is to serve the children of the women incarcerated at Perryville.
Families have an enormous amount of need. The caregivers needed help with providing a tree or a Christmas meal, so we decided to give the caregivers a $25 Walmart gift card to provide these meaningful things.
The pandemic caused us to be a little more creative about how we approach Angel Tree. For folks who were not shoppers, they can still sponsor a gift for a child or a gift card for a family. The Angel Tree will be set up in the narthex beginning the weekend of November 14, so everyone will have the opportunity to select a child from the tree. If you are not attending in person service, or you just prefer to receive information via email, please let Lora Villasenor know at lmvillasenor@msn.com that you want to sponsor a child and she will send you the child's name and gift ideas. And if you just prefer to support the effort with a donation and have the youth group do your shopping, please let us know and we will provide instructions.
Join our Episcopal Diocese of Arizona and All Saints' to walk in the Annual Arizona Pride Parade on Saturday, November 6 at 10am. To be a part of TEAM ALL SAINTS', contact Fr. Tim Yanni at tyanni@allsaintsoncentral.org. The Phoenix Pride Parade to brings the diverse LGBTQ+ and allied communities together for a weekend of camaraderie and celebration. The Parade brings over 2,000 individual participants with decorated vehicles, colorful floats and thousands of walkers. With over 15,000 spectators, the Parade features Grand Marshals, local luminaries, music, and fun along the 3rd Street route from Thomas to Indian School. The Parade concludes at Steele Indian School Park, the home of the Phoenix Pride Festival.
Prison Ministry: Christmas Cards
For the past five years, the All Saints' Prison Ministry group has sent hundreds of Christmas Cards to the women at Perryville. The cards are mailed the Saturday after Thanksgiving and the women who receive them write to tell us how much the cards brightened their season. In order to make sure that everyone on the list gets a card, we have to start this effort early, so if you feel called to send a Christmas Card to one (or more) or our incarcerated sisters, please lend your heart to this effort. You can use your own cards and stamps, or we can provide them. What we need most are your words of faith, love and encouragement. And, if card writing isn't your gift, please consider donating Christmas Cards or stamps. Every single card and stamp that is donated ensures that another woman will know that she hasn't been forgotten for the Holidays.
Caring Crafters will be meeting at Panera, 1949 E Camelback Rd.(faces 20th St. near In and Out Burger), on Thursday, Oct. 21. Please email SharronLuther@yahoo.com if you plan on coming, or have any questions. All are welcome.
MEALS OF MERCY
If you or a family member are struggling with a short term health crisis, are welcoming a new baby, or have faced a serious loss, the Meals of Mercy feeding ministry is here with a hot meal to give you the strength to get through. If short term meals support would be a blessing in your life, please contact Deacon Patrice Taylor at 623 242-4692 or palshatti@allsaintsoncentral.org. If you’d like to join us in feeding the body of Christ here at All Saints’ please contact Lois Francis at lmfrancis@hotmail.com or call her at 602 214-0675. Contact Deacon Patrice for more info about the program at palshatti@allsaintsoncentral.org.
Donate to Nourish Phoenix (formerly ICM)
Our outreach partner, ICM, is now Nourish Phoenix, and it's mission remains the same: To serve the working poor with food, clothing, and other basic necessities. In the last few months, Nourish Phoenix has seen a sharp increase in the number of clients reaching out for support, and there is a particular shortage of personal hygiene products (soap, body wash, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste) and cleaning products like laundry detergent. They also always need non-perishable, protein-rich food, nutritious children's snacks, clothes and shoes (particularly men's and children's), and baby care products. If you can help, bring your donations to church at any time, and place them in the red bins out in front of the main doors to the sanctuary.
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Need Prayers? Use the DOK Request Cards!
Do you have a need for prayers that will be anonymous? These can be for concerns, illness, celebrations or whatever your heart carries. Fill out the blue card on the Welcome Table. One of the Daughters of the King will retrieve it and a message will be sent out to the chapter about your request, so each member can pray for you. The Order of the Daughters of the King’s pray daily and include those prayers that are requested. If you have any questions about the prayer cards or the Order of the Daughters of the King, please call Pit Lucking at 602-481-1674, or email pit.lucking@gmail.com.
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We Need Your Help.
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Coffee Hour Volunteers to prepare a simple coffee hour
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Altar Guild members to be on a team to set the altar
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Lectors/Intercessors to read the lessons and prayers
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Ushers to help with checking in and seating
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Acolytes to carry the cross and torches
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Eucharistic Ministers to administer the chalice
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Front-Line Volunteers to answer phones and work in the Church Office
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Daughters of the King - a ministry of prayer and service for women
Training will be provided.
Leave your name, contact information, and ministry interest at the Church Office either
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OUR PARISH FAMILY
This week, we pray for our beloved friends and family who have died.
Gayle Myers
Wendy Boorn
Funeral Service
on October 23, 2021
at 2pm at Trinity Cathedral
Mary Fisher
Funeral Service
on October 23, 2021
at 3pm at All Saints'
May their souls and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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A HUGE THANK YOU
to everyone who has sent in their pledge. It really means so much, especially now.
Three Ways to Keep Current:
1. Sending your personal check to: All Saints' Church, 6300 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012
2. Use your bank's online bill-pay
Call Barbara Anderson in the Church Office and she can walk you through the process easily.
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PREPARE FOR SUNDAY
to view this week's readings and commentaries from Church Publishing.
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ALTAR FLOWERS UPDATE
A big thank you to all our members who have celebrated memorials and special occasions through altar flower dedications with a donation of $100 or more. It is one more way we enhance our worship to the glory of God.
And this summer, two of our dear saints have given a special donation to cover the weeks not chosen to commemorate a memorial or occasion. We are so grateful!
TO HONOR YOUR LOVED ONES:
Please provide ample time for the request, with a minimum of 2 weeks before the date you want to commemorate. Send your dedication information to Nanette Towsley at ntowsley@allsaintsoncentral.org and either mail the check made out to All Saints’ with “altar flowers” on the memo line, or put in the offering basket at services.
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HOLY EUCHARIST
SUNDAY 10AM
OCTOBER 17, 2021
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SERMON
FR. TIM YANNI
OCTOBER 17, 2021
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All Saints’ Legacy Circle
We can always thank God for the many blessings God has given us. And it is a gift to our family and friends when we ensure that our wills are up-to-date, and our affairs are in order. We encourage you to consider remembering All Saints’ Church in your Estate plans, by joining our Legacy Circle. The process is simple and there are information packets in the narthex. Please call Gary Quamme in the Church Office for more information.
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So far, those of you who have used AmazonSmile have contributed $1,547.07 to All Saints', at no additional cost to you. |
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No matter how busy you are, be sure to take a moment to breathe and enjoy the beautiful fall weather. We've been waiting for this for a while, haven't we.
We hope you join us for in-person worship this Saturday at 5pm, Sunday at 7:30am or 10am. We will livestream the Sunday 10am if you cannot make it in person. Thank you for allowing us to be your source for meaningful worship--wherever it may be.
Faithfully yours,
Nanette Kryske Towsley
Your Director of Communications
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