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A Reflection from The Rev. Ben Robertson
What is a Presiding Bishop?
Every Sunday, during the Prayers of the People (the prayers after the Creed), we pray for lots of different folks: members, friends, and family on our prayer lists, those celebrating a birthday or anniversary, the President of the United States and the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and our bishops, including Michael, our Presiding Bishop. The Presiding Bishop (or PB) is the Chief Pastor, President, and Chief Executive Officer of our Episcopal Church. The PB is elected by the General Convention of the Episcopal Church and serves for a nine-year term (confused yet? To learn more about the Presiding Bishop, click here.
This June, the triennial General Convention of the Episcopal Church will gather in Louisville, KY, to elect the next Presiding Bishop. The four nominees, announced last week, are J. Scott Barker, Bishop of Nebraska; Daniel G.P. Gutiérrez, Bishop of Pennsylvania; Robert Wright, Bishop of Atlanta; and Sean Rowe, Bishop of Northwestern Pennsylvania. Others could be nominated by petition. To learn more about these candidates (including introductory videos) and the election process, click here.
The election of a Presiding Bishop is an exciting moment for the Church. It provides an opportunity to broadly discern our goals and tone for the next few years and who will lead such efforts. The election is also a time for prayer: prayers for the candidates, prayers for the deputies and fellow bishops who will vote, and prayers for the mission of the Episcopal Church. I invite you to pray for all these folks. They need our prayers, including on June 26, the day of the election.
Our Episcopal Church is a hierarchical institution, and (honestly) her structures can be confusing and sometimes frustrating. However, these structures also provide leadership, discipline, and best practices as All Saints and all of the parishes, schools, and other ministries of the Church answer the call to do the good work Jesus calls us to do. The PB is the administrator and an integral part of this important work. So, I hope you will follow and be excited about this process and, let us pray.
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Easter Egg Hunt Thank You!
Thank you SO much to our very generous Parish for your candy donations to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt! We were able to fill over 1600 eggs for our sweet kids to find – more than we have ever had! We feel so grateful for your generosity!
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Ladies Who Lunch: Today at 11:30am
Last call for the Ladies Who Lunch event on Wednesday, April 10 at 11:30am. We will gather again at the Grapevine Restaurant on Three Chopt Rd. Please RSVP to Kris Koebler.
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Treblefest Evensong: April 14 at 5pm
All Saints Boys and Girls Choir will be joined by choristers from St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg & Christ and St. Luke’s Church, Norfolk for this special “Treblefest” Evensong. The combined choir will be led by guest conductor, the Rev. Dr. William Bradley Roberts.
The service will be followed by our community dinner. All are welcome!
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Faith Formation Resumes April 14
Faith Formation will resume on Sunday, April 14th, at 9:15am in Thornton Hall. Ben and David will focus on the Easter season Acts readings from the Revised Common Lectionary to look at the early Church and to understand how that history continues to live out today. All are welcome. Coffee, tea, and snacks are provided. We invite you to bring whichever translation of the Bible you prefer to use.
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Men's Club: April 15 at 6pm
Join the men of All Saints for their April dinner and speaker on Monday, April 15 at 6pm. Please RSVP here so we know how much food to prepare. If you have any issues signing up, please email Winston, whazlegrove@allsaintsrichmond.org or call the church office 804-288-7811.
Jim McCauley will do a presentation about his trip to Cuba with Ginger in February through the Roads Scholars Program. Colorful photos and videos will accent and highlight the many interesting things we saw and learned about life in Cuba, which in more recent times has become one of the most popular destinations for travelers.
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Preschool Sunday + Lego Event: April 21
The next preschool Sunday is April 21 during the 10:30am service. Our three year old classes will sing a song at the beginning of the service. Join us after church in Thornton Hall for some Minecraft themed snacks while enjoying displays of your LEGO creations! To show off your items, bring them to Thornton Hall on your way into church.
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Cabaret Save the Date
Our annual Choir Cabaret is set for Sunday, May 19 at 5:00 PM! Save the date for some fun, fellowship, and good music from All Saints Choirs and soloists!
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Children's Chapel Volunteers Needed
Calling all volunteers! Assistants for Children's Chapel are needed on Sundays and spread joy to our little ones. Whether you prefer to be a smiling presence, lead the lesson and prayers, or get creative with crafts, your involvement level is entirely up to you. Volunteer with us Sundays from 10:15 to 11:15 am and shine like a star in the hearts of our young worshippers! Email Whitney Reid at wreid@allsaintsrichmond.org with any questions.
Click here to signup.
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Richmond Navy League Request
The Richmond Navy League sends care packages to deployed service members, and they are looking for new recipients. Service members from any branch of the US military are eligible, and RCNL will contact them and take care of gathering and mailing the items. Please help us by providing a name, FPO mailing address, and a list of what they need for anyone you know who is serving abroad. Requests for care packages should be sent to the RCNL email: navyleaguerichmond@comcast.net
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Vacation Bible School: June 17-21
Registration Open
All Saints is pleased to announce that VBS will be June 17-21 from 9 am - 12 pm. “CAMP FIRELIGHT” will be a blend of Bible stories, music, art, outdoor recreation, and even science for a fun and active week! VBS is open to all potty-trained children ages 3 - rising fifth grade. The fifth graders will have a mission-based week along with helping with younger children. Youth (rising sixth graders and older) are invited to assist. If you have any questions, just email Whitney Reid, Director of Children and Family Ministries, at wreid@allsaintsrichmond.org!
We are looking for VBS volunteers to create an amazing week for our kids! Volunteers lead the children from activity to activity, and there is no planning or preparation required for the week - just come with a positive attitude and ready to have some fun! If you can help for at least two days of that week, please contact Joan Dalrymple or Diane Hayes.
Register online here.
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Welborne United Methodist Food Pantry Donations
Welborne is in great need of food donations for their food pantry. Please consider picking up a few items during your next grocery trip and donating them to the green shed outside of the All Saints Playground.
Click here to view Welborne's Facebook page where they post important updates as well as their current needs.
If you are interested in volunteering at Welborne, please email Mark Wilcox at mbwmsi@gmail.com
CURRENT FOOD PANTRY NEEDS:
Cereal
Evaporated Milk
Mashed Potatoes
Tomato Soup
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How to Contact Us
8787 River Road, Richmond, Virginia, 23229
(804) 288-7811
allsaintsrichmond.org
The Rev. Ben Robertson, Rector
The Rev. David Curtis, Deacon
Scott Hayes, Director of Music
Daniel Stipe, Principal Organist
Winston Hazlegrove, Parish Administrator
Natallia Chyhryna, Financial Secretary
Sam Robinson, AV Coordinator
Melissa Taylor, Preschool Director
Tyronn Wilkins, Building & Grounds
Whitney Reid, Director of Children & Family Ministries
Judy Kronimus, Nursery Director
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