Dear saints,
I am sure you have been sickened as I have by the brutal killing of Tyre Nichols. Yet another black mother has had to endure her deeply personal voyage through the grief of losing a son within the glare of a public spotlight. Tyre's death is both heartbreaking and bewildering. I find myself wanting to understand what is presented in plain sight and graphic imagery before me, yet I am struggling to do so. I know that I am somehow also involved in that scene and that to understand how will take time and patience and a belief in God's grace. For God is also present there. That terrible murder is not vacated by the God who reveals the depth of divine solidarity in the cross of Jesus. 'I am with you always', is the promise. God remains Emmanuel, with us, even and especially in the darkness of sin.
God also speaks. And we get to hear that voice when we take up the kind of invitation the executive director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, Dr. Catherine Meeks, offered this week, to 'try to tell the best truth possible'. It is timely, therefore, that this Black History Month we are gifted opportunities to be bearers of one another's best truth here at All Saints'. I encourage you to consider joining a Sacred Ground dialogue circle, or join in our book study of Catherine Meeks' new book, or engage yourself in a ministry at All Saints' that will make your life more proximate to those whose truth might be healing to hear for both the listener and the teller. Shine a light in the darkness by choosing to engage. It isn't easy, yet perhaps I might invite you to consider that you are needed in that kind of engagement. We can change how stories like Tyre's end. With God's help, we will.
Peace,
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The Tale of the Three Trees, Children's Musical
Sunday, February 5, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Our 2023 musical is based on an American folk tale that entwines stories from the Bible - from Creation to Easter. Three young trees dream of what they want to become as they grow, but their dreams come true in ways they never expected. Join our Junior and Primary Choirs (1st-6th graders) as they tell this story with song, instruments and narration.
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Walk the Labyrinth
Sunday, February 5, 4:30 p.m., Kennedy Courtyard
Join us for our monthly labyrinth walk with musical accompaniment as we anticipate the Lenten spiritual practice of walking with God to a center place of renewal and regeneration. The labyrinth at All Saints' is adapted from the 13th century design on the floor of Chartres Cathedral, France, and it represents an archetype for our soul's journey, with the twists and turns of our life. When planning your visit, please allow approximately 20 minutes for your walk.
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Sunday Morning Breakfast
Sundays, 8:00-9:00 a.m., Ellis Hall
Come have a Southern-style breakfast with us before going to worship, complete with bacon, eggs, biscuits, and gravy! 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
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Canvass 2023: Rooted Here and Growing Outward
Annual Canvass is on the home stretch. Stretch yourself and offer a gift to be paid any time during 2023.
We are all Rooted Here and Growing Outward.
Follow this link to an online pledge form or fill out a card in your pew and place it in the offering plate.
Thank you!
Anne and Charlie Henn, 2023 Annual Canvass Chairs
All Saints' offers easy ways to pay your pledge or to make a gift:
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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
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Gift stocks or securities (click here for instructions >>)
Questions? Contact Ellen Hayes, Director of Development, at ehayes@allsaintsatlanta.org.
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Year-End Statements are Coming Soon!
Look for your statement in the mail and in your email inbox. Please read your statement and make sure it is correct! Questions? Contact Betsey Gibbs, bgibbs@allsaintsatlanta.org or 404-267-4264.
Thank you so much!
Ellen Hayes and Betsey Gibbs
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The next meeting is Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. Click the link above to learn more and register.
The next meeting is Friday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ross Room. Click the link above to learn more.
Meets every Monday at 11:00 a.m. via Zoom. Register here.
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Meets every Sunday morning at 10:20 a.m. in P306 in the Parish House.
Meets the third Thursday of each month on Zoom. Register here.
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Lunchtime Recital with Jonathan Pilkington
Wednesday, February 8, 12:15 p.m. in the church
Tenor Jonathan Pilkington, instructor of voice at Emory University, offers a free lunchtime recital of art songs and arias, featuring the music of Browne, Hahn, Handel, Rorem, and Strauss.
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All Saints’ Choral Scholar Alexandra Chappell, in concert
Saturday, February 11, 7:30 p.m., in the church
Soprano Alexandra Chappell, choral scholar in The All Saints' Adult Choirs, will offer her final degree recital towards the Master of Music at Georgia State University. This free program will include the music of Bach, Boulanger, Carissimi, Laitman, and Scarlatti, including a cantata with chamber orchestra led by Director of Music Dr. Kirk Rich.
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The Feast of Absalom Jones (observed)
Sunday, February 12
We celebrate the Feast of Absalom Jones, the first African American ordained as an Episcopal priest, in worship at 9:00 and 11:15. The services will feature vocal solos and organ voluntaries by Black composers, and the ladies of The All Saints' Parish Choir are thrilled to partner with The Singing Sisters (Ebenezer Baptist Church) for a combined anthem under the direction of Laura English Robinson.
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The Music of Lent
Sunday, February 12, 10:20-11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall
Join All Saints’ very own Director of Music, Dr. Kirk Rich, on a journey through some of the most beautiful service music this season has to offer. Get a preview of the compositions we will be hearing and singing on Ash Wednesday and during Lent as we reflect together on their biblical imagery and theological depth.
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Join the Usher Ministry!
The All Saints’ Usher Ministry provides a valuable ministry of hospitality, friendship, teamwork and worship assistance services within our community of faith. Members communicate warm welcomes and comfort. Ushers are assigned to a 9:00 or 11:15 team for Sunday services and often serve on special occasions and at funerals. If interested, please contact Charlie Rigby at polyadd333@gmail.com or 770-330-9370. We need you!
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The Flower Guild is Blooming
Flower Guild is looking for new members who are interested in working with flowers and learning to create beautiful floral arrangements. No experience necessary. Just a desire to play with flowers and make new friends. For more information please email wandabokoski@gmail.com.
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Parenting with God
Sunday, February 12, 10:20-11:05 a.m., P 307
Gather with Kathy Roberts, Director of Children’s Ministries, and parents of children at any stage or age to share wisdom, questions, and concerns about the incredible journey of parenthood. Learn how to weave faith into each developmental stage and into your family’s everyday life together.
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Churches Together for Racial Healing: A Book Study
Sunday, February 12, 3:00-4:30 p.m., St. Timothy's Episcopal Church
Join fellow Episcopalians from across Atlanta in reading together Dr. Catherine Meeks' new book The Night is Long but Light Comes in the Morning: Meditations for Racial Healing. Each month church members from six Atlanta Episcopal churches will come together to discuss a couple of chapters from the book, grow in relationship and imagine how God calls us to strive for racial healing in our city. This third gathering is at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church (2833 Flat Shoals Rd, Decatur, GA 30034). All are welcome to join, even if you have not previously attended.
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All Saints’ Connects Lenten Groups
Begin the week of February 19th
All Saints' Connects is our small group ministry for spiritual conversation that will enter its third year this Lenten season. We look forward to the formation of these groups in the coming weeks. These groups are informal one hour weekly facilitated discussions of spiritual topics centered around the Lenten lectionary readings for the duration of the six weeks of Lent. Both in-person and virtual options are available and groups will begin the week of February 19th . If you are interested in participating in a Connects group, please contact Rev. Jenny McBride at jmcbride@allsaintsatlanta.org or Jilli Robertson at jilli.ff.robertson@gmail.com.
Register here >>
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Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday, February 8, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall
Join us for dinner, great conversation, and Eucharist. The cost is $11 per adult and $5 for children and college students. Register online via Realm. For more information, contact Jill Gossett, Parish Life Director, at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org.
Register here >>
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All Saints’ Goes to the Capitol!
Monday, February 13, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
February 13, join All Saints' Faithful Advocates for a morning of advocacy training and meeting with elected officials at the State Capitol. We will meet at 8:00 a.m. at the legislative building by the Capitol. For details, email or call Suzanne Wakefield at faithfullocals@gmail.com or 404-375-7019.
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All Saints’ Men’s Dinner
Sunday, February 19, 6:15-8:30 p.m., Ellis Hall
Do you like steak and great conversation? Please join the men of All Saints’ for dinner on Sunday, February 19 at 6:15 p.m. in the courtyard and Ellis Hall. Choose a steak to grill on our big BBQ and enjoy baked potatoes and salad. Trav Carter will be coordinating the evening. The cost is $25 and all food and drinks are included (even the steak!). Please register ahead of time on Realm!
Register here >>
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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 grade, 8:40-9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center
Children Formation
K-5th grade, 10:20-11:05 a.m., join us in Ellis Hall for the musical
Youth Formation
6th-12th grade,10:20-11:05 a.m., join us in Ellis Hall for the musical
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Sunday Night Live: Youth Sunday Planning
Sunday, February 5, 6:00-7:30 p.m., The Attic
Youth Sunday is coming up at the end of the month, so let's plan our perfect Youth Sunday Service! Come with all the ideas and what you might want to do during the service. We will also create a banner that represents our ministry that we will use during the procession. Dinner will be provided.
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Core Ministries: Progressive Dinner on the Block
Wednesday, February 15, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Join us on February 15 for our regular Wednesday Night Supper, but with a twist! We will have a special Italian dinner to celebrate the love our four Core Ministries give every day to the community. They will be stationed in Ellis Hall, each serving delicious food, where you can pick up your scavenger hunt questions. Between 6:00-7:00 p.m., we will begin group tours to each Core Ministry location on the block. During this time, you will get your questions answered and a passport stamped. Afterwards, everyone is invited to return to Ellis Hall for fabulous desserts and prizes. The cost is $11 per adult and $5 for children and college students.
Register here >>
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Threads Welcomes Families for Shopping
Threads welcomes families for in-store shopping Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Interested in volunteering? Contact Lori Guarisco at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org
Threads is in need of some specific clothing items for the shop. You can drop off the following items in one of the donation boxes that can be found on the 1st floor of the Pritchett Center or in the 1st floor stairwell in between Egleston Hall and Ellis Hall (outside of the choir suite):
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Boys and girls new sneakers: sizes 13, 1, 2 and 3
- Boys sneakers: size toddler 8
- Girls sneakers: size toddler 6
- Boys and girls sweatpants: size 5-16
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Share a Meal with the Men of Covenant Community
You’re invited to experience the miracle happening next door at Covenant Community by bringing dinner for the men on a Monday evening. Enjoy fellowship with the residents and learn more about Covenant’s transformational recovery and life stabilization programs. Families, friends and co-workers are welcome to join. Please visit www.covenantatlanta.org/getinvolved for further details and to reserve your spot.
Register Here
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Volunteer with Midtown Assistance Center
MAC needs volunteers in office to help serve those in need. We continue to see increased demand for food, MARTA, and coat assistance. We need volunteers to help out! Questions or to inquire about group and family opportunities, email Julie@midtownassistancecenter.org
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Read The MICAH Project's February Newsletter
The February edition of The MICAH Project at All Saints’ newsletter is now available!
This edition includes:
- Jenny McBride’s Journey to All Saints’
- Report on the End Mass Incarceration Conference
- Interview with Rodell Jefferson
- Reflections on Bob Miller’s class on the Smiths
- Faithful Advocates to visit the Capitol
Learn more about The MICAH Project >>
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