Dear saints,

This weekend we will welcome Bishop Wright to All Saints' for his annual Episcopal Visitation. A bishop's visitation helps us to remember that we belong to a larger community of faith and that we are all part of a bigger story. On Sunday, a good number of youth and adults will make their public affirmation that they wish to be incorporated into that bigger story through the particular life and ministries of this church. As they do, it's worth noting how out of the ordinary that kind of thing is nowadays. Rites of belonging and incorporation are beautifully old fashioned, one of the embodied traditions the church offers to the world as a sign of God's grace and presence in all people's lives. They are also rites that gift us the opportunity to say we belong to one another, and as such I invite you to join us in person and online as we support these persons in their growing life of faith in this place.

Peace,

PNC 10 Miler & 5k Race: Possible Traffic Delays

The race race begins and ends at Atlantic Station, with a race route through the Buckhead neighborhood. The race begins at 7:15 a.m. and the course closes at 10:20 a.m. The course is not closed to vehicle traffic, but please be mindful of possible delays on your way to church. Give yourself extra time to get here on Sunday morning as you won't want to miss worship with Bishop Wright and our confirmands!

No scheduled road closures near the church. 

View the course map here >>

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 >>

Parish Visitation & Confirmations with Bishop Wright

Sunday, October 16

On Confirmation Sunday, The Right Rev. Robert C. Wright, bishop of the Diocese of Atlanta, will join us as our preacher-teacher and presider. He will welcome and bless those who have chosen to commit themselves to baptized life through confirmation, reception, and reaffirmation in the Episcopal Church. Youth confirmations will be at the 9:00 service and adult confirmations will be at the 11:15 service. Between services, Bishop Wright will join us in Ellis Hall for America the Beautiful: A Dialogue with Bishop Wright. 

America the Beautiful: A Dialogue with Bishop Wright 

Sunday, October 16, 10:20 – 11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall 

What should a public faith look like in America today? And how should the Episcopal Church’s voice in the public square sound different to others? Join Bishop Rob Wright and a panel of youth as we explore together these essential questions for faith in our time. 

Undie Sunday 

Sunday, October 16 

Buy a pack of underwear (any children's size) and bring to church on October 16th. The formation classes will have a contest on who brings the most undies and then we will organize them by size to take to Threads. 

Canvass 2023: Rooted Here and Growing Outward 

Someone once told us their pledge was small because they were not very faithful. In Naomi's sermon recently, we heard her remind us that we already have enough faith. At All Saints' we are called now to live into that faith; to embrace our lives in Christ and know that our faith comes from our hearts. Make your pledge to this vibrant community of faith and bring what you have to this table. That is what we can do together. Thank you for making your financial commitment today. 

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

• Novel Theology >>

The next meeting is Wednesday, October 19 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 

Wednesdays, October 19 & 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 3: The Right Thing This Day >>

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

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. 

Concert Series: Maurice Clerc, Concert Organist 

Friday, October 14, 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the Church 

Thanks to the generous support of our Angelic Chorus, we are thrilled to host a free organ recital featuring French concert organist Maurice Clerc. A pupil of Pierre Cochereau, famed organist of Notre-Dame in Paris, Clerc has played over one thousand recitals in more than twenty-three countries, including twenty-four tours of North America. He has prepared an eclectic program to showcase the vast resources of the Kenan Memorial Organ.

Register to attend >>

Please Join Our Angelic Chorus 

We rely on our Angelic Chorus patrons whose generosity ensures that the great music we offer is accessible to all who wish to experience it. We invite you to join our Angelic Chorus today by donating online. Gifts are accepted at any time, and your support of the All Saints’ Concert Series will be recognized in each concert program once you become a member.

Join here >>

Memorial Flower Donations 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 >>

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 >>

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. High school students are encouraged to attend the forum in Ellis Hall with Bishop Wright.

Sunday Night Live: Game Night

Sunday, October 16, 6:00 p.m., The Attic

Join us this week for Game Night!

We have board games galore in The Attic to play, or you can bring a board game from home to share with friends! As always, dinner will be provided.

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.

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. We have 30-minute orientation slots from 4:00-6:00 p.m. on October 19 and 20, but can also schedule them to your convenience. Please contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org for more info.