Dear saints,

This Sunday, four members of our parish who have given themselves to public service in the State of Georgia will help us experience together what it looks like to have reasonable and civil dialogue about political life in a forum called ‘Georgia Voices’. Of course, the capacity to dialogue with others across our differences and remain one body is what characterizes the Anglican way. In other words, our particular tradition within Christianity is made for listening. As well as attending that forum on Sunday morning, I do hope that you will take up the opportunity to help us listen to your voice as we continue in this season as a church to ask how the Holy Spirit is present in our daily lives and in our life as a parish. There will be opportunities to join small group conversations on this topic as well as a chance to engage in a one-on-one conversation should you wish to. Do let me know if you are interested. You’re also invited to complete this short spirituality survey via this link. I look forward to hearing all that you have to share.

See you in church.

Peace,

Survey of Spirituality

Your journey matters, and we want to know more about how to help equip and enhance the spiritual lives of our parishioners. Thank you for taking a moment to complete this short, anonymous survey.

Take the survey here >>

America the Beautiful: Georgia Voices 

Sunday, October 23, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall

Join a panel of four parishioners - Georgia Representatives Mary Margaret Oliver and Matthew Wilson, Georgia State Senator Elena Parent, and State Election Board Member Edward Lindsey - who serve as Georgians in public life as they dialogue with one another and with those in attendance about the matters of most significance for Georgia in the upcoming election. 

Choral Evensong with the Parish Choirs of All Saints’ and Holy Innocents 

Sunday, October 23, 4:00 p.m., in the Church 

In what is becoming an annual tradition, we look forward to welcoming back singers from Holy Innocents for a joint service of choral evensong featuring music of Dyson, Hagenberg, and young, local composer Käthe Wright Kaufman, officiated by The Rev. Dr. Simon Mainwaring. 

Undie Sunday 

Sunday, October 23 

Thank you for all the undies you donated so far. We are going to keep collecting through this next Sunday, so don't forget to bring a new pack of children’s underwear (any size)! Drop them in the buckets by the clothesline in the courtyard on Sunday or bring them to 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center. You can also bring them to Ellis Hall during Wednesday Night Supper. Let’s clothe as many kids as we can! 

October 23 is the Last Day to Donate Memorial Flowers for All Saints’ Day 

On November 6, we will celebrate the Feast of All Saints and remember loved ones who are no longer with us. One meaningful form of remembrance is to adorn our worship spaces with flowers, a tradition made possible by the generous donations of this parish. Donate Flower Memorials for All Saints' Sunday by the end of the day on October 23rd. 

Donate here >>

Canvass 2023: Rooted Here and Growing Outward 

Sunday, October 30 is Commitment Sunday. This is the day we bless all our pledges at the altar and offer thanks to our pledging households. It is a time of celebration and gratitude. Please make your pledge by Monday, October 24 to be included in the appreciation list in the bulletin on Commitment Sunday. We list by name only, and never by the amount pledged. Many thanks and we welcome your pledges (350 so far!) 

Charlie and Anne Henn  

2023 Canvass Chairs 



Q: What is the easiest way to make a pledge?  

A: Click on this link. If you don't have a secure Realm account, open one and then make your pledge. Its as easy as that! 

Give a Gift or Make a Pledge Payment Today:

• Online at allsaintsatlanta.org/give
• Mail a check to All Saints’ Church, 634 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308
• Put a check or cash into the offering plate during services
• Text to Give: text AllSaintsAtlanta to 73256
• Gift stocks or securities (click here for instructions >>)

Questions? Contact Ellen Hayes, Director of Development, at ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org.

• Novel Theology >>

The next meeting is Wednesday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. Click the link above to learn more and register.

• Popcorn Theology >>

The next meeting is Friday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ross Room. Click the link above to learn more.

• The Journey Bible Study >>

Meets every Monday at 11:00 a.m. via Zoom. Register here.

• Jesus on the Front Page >>

Meets every Sunday morning at 10:20 a.m. in P306 in the Parish House.



• Sports and Spirituality >>

Meets the third Thursday of each month on Zoom. Register here.

Howard Thurman Contemplative Zoom Series 

Wednesday, October 26, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Zoom 

You are invited to a contemplative Zoom series on Wednesdays in October, facilitated by All Saints’ seminarian Rodell Jefferson and parishioner and Candler graduate Caroline Enloe. Based on the recordings of lectures by the famed Black theological Howard Thurman, topics will include boundaries of the self and breaking down the ego, right action, and emphasis on the movement and flow of life that leaves a mark on each of us. 

Register for Session 4: Deep River, My Home is Over Jordan >>

America the Beautiful: The Future of a Greener America 

Sunday, October 30, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall 

Join Atlanta Botanical Garden president and CEO Mary Pat Matheson as we explore the possibilities for how civic organizations and the church might practice environmental stewardship for this generation and for the generations to come. 

Harry Potter Eucharist 

Sunday, October 30, 5:30 p.m., Ellis Hall 

Join us for an all-ages magical evening of trunk-or-treating, dinner, Eucharist, and fellowship celebrating the story of Harry Potter. This year, we will focus on book 3, (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban) with a theme of God's loving acceptance. The trunk-or-treat will be in Kennedy Courtyard at 4:00 p.m. then the Children’s Choirs will sing at 4:40 p.m. right before we make our way into Ellis Hall for dinner at 5:00 p.m. Following dinner and Eucharist, we will watch the third Harry Potter movie in The Attic. The event is free, but we do ask that you register so we know how much food to prepare!

Register here >>

Feast of All Saints’ 

Sunday, November 6 

Join us to celebrate All Saints’ Day, our patronal feast, with festive music featuring the All Saints’ Parish Choir, brass quintet, and timpani. The choir will reprise the anthem “Blessed are they” by Tarik O’Regan, commissioned by parishioner Frank Thomas and premiered on All Saints Sunday 2013. 

Concert Series: The Duruflé Requiem with Kinnara Ensemble 

Friday, November 4, 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Church 

Comprising some of the finest ensemble and solo singers in the country, Kinnara is one of the nation’s premier professional chamber choirs. Under the direction of J.D. Burnett, the choir performs a wide variety of standard choral repertoire from all eras. Their program features Duruflé’s beloved Requiem, as well as the Cantos Sagrados of James MacMillan, a haunting work combining traditional sacred text with modern poetry on the subject of political oppression in Latin America. The internationally acclaimed organist Bruce Neswick accompanies on the Kenan Memorial Organ. Purchase your tickets on Realm for $30 or $15 for students. 

Buy tickets >>

Youth & Adult Baptisms 

January 8, 9:00 a.m. service 



If you are an adult or youth seeking baptism, and you'd like to be baptized in a service with your peers, we are going to offer baptism at the 9:00 a.m. service on January 8 for those who are able to make their own baptismal covenant. To register contact Tracey Sage at tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org  

Popcorn Theology: “Salam Neighbor” 

Friday, October 28, 7:00-9:30 p.m., Ross Room 

"Salam Neighbor" is an award-winning feature documentary and campaign to connect the world to refugees. In an effort to better understand refugee life, two young documentarians spent one month living alongside displaced families in the Za’atari refugee camp. We will watch the movie and then have time for discussion after. Adults and children alike are welcome! Popcorn is provided and you are welcome to bring your own food and drink. 

Wednesday Night Supper

Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 p.m. 



Join us for dinner, great conversation, and Eucharist. Pay ahead of time online via Realm at the link below. You can also pay at the door.

Register here >>

A Taste for All Saints’ 

Sunday, November 6, 10:20-11:30 a.m., Ellis Hall 

Celebrate the Feast of All Saints’ while enjoying food from local eateries and lifting up our 2023 youth pilgrims. We’ll have food stations from neighboring restaurants and caterers, such as Mary Mac’s Tea Room, Nann Stop, MetroFresh, and more! The event is free, but we will accept donations of any amount to support our youth going on pilgrimage in 2023. For more information, contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Sunday Morning Breakfast Returns! 

Sundays, beginning October 30, 8:00-9:00 a.m., Ellis Hall 



Come have breakfast with us before going to worship! Breakfast will be served from 8:00-9:00 a.m. in Ellis Hall and the cost is $5 per person. No registration needed. For more information contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org  

Weekly Children & Youth Formation 

Nursery/Little Saints 

Birth-Pre-K, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1st floor of the Pritchett Center 

Children’s Church 

K-5th, 8:40-9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center



Children Formation 

K-5th, 10:20-11:05 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center

Youth Formation 

6th-12th, 10:20-11:05 a.m., The Attic, 3rd floor of the Pritchett Center.

Sunday Night Live: Peer Ministry Active Listening Part 2

Sunday, October 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m., The Attic

This week we will have Part 2 of our Active Listening activity! if you weren't there for part 1, that's absolutely ok! We hope everyone will join us for this fun but useful time together!

Middle School Attic Invasion: Haunted Attic

Friday, October 28, 7:00-9:30 p.m.

Join us on Friday the 28th for our October Attic Invasion, Haunted Attic! You never know what will happen in the Haunted Attic but come ready for fun, games, and of course candy! Friends are always welcome.

Better the Block Work Day

Saturday, November 5, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Church campus 

Join your fellow parishioners, All Saints’ Youth, and Maurice Reddick, our Project/Facilities Manager, to help make our campus beautiful before the Feast of All Saints’. For more information, contact Maurice Reddick at mreddick@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Refugee Ministries: Welcome Five New Families 



Refugee Ministries will be welcoming 5 new families! We are looking for volunteers to sign up to provide 3 acts of hospitality in a period of six months. Hospitality acts include an initial meeting with the family with an interpreter or other volunteer present, a trip to the grocery store, going to the park so the kids can play, help with a medical appointment and more. The activities will be determined and scheduled by you and the family. To learn more, please contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org

Refugee Ministries: Zoom Tutoring

We are seeking volunteers ages 6th grade and up to offer 12 one-hour tutoring sessions on Zoom to refugee and asylum-seeking students ages 7-21. We have two sections: English for Speakers of Other Languages and Academic Support in Reading and Math. No experience needed. Materials and service hours provided. Contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org to schedule a 30-minute orientation session. 

Threads Re-Opening! 



Threads will begin welcoming families in-store for shopping Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., beginning on Thursday, October 27. Interested in volunteering? Contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org  

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Staff Transition News

Heather Cotton, our communications director, has bid farewell to All Saints' this week and is moving to pastures new. We are thankful for all of the good work that Heather offered here. Should you have any communications needs please contact our Parish Program Coordinator, Katie Presley: kpresley@allsaintsatlanta.org