All Saints' Parish
Stirring up things since 1692
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All Saints Coronavirus Helpline
443-684-6115
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Welcome to the 5th Sunday of Easter. (And there is an Episcopal joke couched in there somewhere)
What would we do without the Book of Acts, eh? This week the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch does a drive by; followed by a bit of biblical disapperation. (Special note: the appointed Psalm is the ending of Psalm 22, the opening of which is a centerpiece of the Good Friday liturgy - 'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?' - and the inspiration of Mark's passion story. In contrast, we offer the hopeful glimpse of the future contained in the psalm's conclusion). The first letter of John provides us with what is still the best creedal statement that we can hope or need to make. 'God is love', as our passage from the Gospel of John makes good use of the metaphor of vine and branches. Dr. Sherrill Munn is our preacher on Sunday.
Our volunteers for this Sunday: Dave Shupe will be the lector assigned to Acts; Deb Watson will read from the first letter of John; and Patti At Lee will serve as our prayer leader.
Following the service, Dr. David Brakke will lecture on the new leadership emerging in the church as reflected in the Pastoral epistles and the changes that came with them. (Spoiler alert: Women suddenly find themselves on the outside looking in) We hope that you'll join us.
To join the service by pc, laptop or smart device, click on this link:
If you are asked for a password, enter 014954
(You may join directly through the Zoom app by entering the Meeting ID: 715 310 766 and then the Password: 014954)
To join by cell phone (audio only)
Call in number: 1-301-715-8592 When asked for the access code, enter: 715310766# When asked for the password, enter: 014954#
To join by landline:
Dial: 1 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 715 310 766 Password: 014954
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Communion Wafers are Available for Wednesday Morning and Sunday Eucharists
I have consecrated - i.e., blessed, set aside for this single, spiritual and sacred purpose - an ample supply of wafers and have placed them in small plastic bags. The bags will be in marked baskets - gluten free, 1, 2 or 3 - and those baskets will be placed on the altar in the brick church. They are available now for you to pick up in advance of the next Eucharist. Please take the quantity you need.
A word about the wafers and how they should be handled. In short, with reverence. Which, to begin with, means to not handle them more than necessary. When you arrive at home, find a good spot to place them where they will not be disturbed by daily routines.
And lastly, please do not take more than you need for more than a service or two. I look forward to continue sharing communion more fully with you in our virtual gatherings.
Ken+
Confirmation and Reception Opportunities for 2021
There are several opportunities for those wishing to 'officially' become members of the Episcopal Church - the actual rite of passage being either confirmation or reception into the Church. Here are the dates, times and locations for the Rite of Confirmation/Reception which are open to every parish in the Diocese (and the Bishop who will preside):
St Martin’s in-the-Field, Severna Park
Bishop Ihloff
All Saints’, Frederick
Bishop Ihloff
Church of the Redeemer, Baltimore
Bishop Sutton
Cathedral of the Incarnation, Baltimore
Bishop Sutton
I have had conversations with several of our members who have expressed interest in taking this next step in their personal spiritual journey. I invite others who may be interested to contact me so we can discuss all things Episcopal and the faith in general. Email is the best way to start a conversation, and mine is phelpsjrko@gmail.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Ken+
With re-gathering for worship indoors close at hand, one of the most important tasks before us is the training and equipping of our team of ushers - the men and women who will greet and direct our congregants to assure their safety and our compliance with all Diocesan and local government guidelines and protocols.
Ushering is one of our valued and unsung ministries but now it is one of the most vital parts of re-gathering process.
To that end, our Head Usher Nate Pope is convening a training session on Saturday morning, May 8, at 10 AM for not just our current volunteers but to any others who feel called to serve in this role at this time. We need you. The training will focus on the information included in the Usher's Checklist
link to checklist >>> LINK
Please prayerfully consider this invitation. All of the good that we attempt to do is fueled by those moments of gathering, where we share stories of love and faith and are fed by bread and win as a reminder of who we are and what we called to do and be.
Thanks.
Ken+
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Evensong- Beginning on April 25, 2021, on the last Sunday of each month at 6pm, a virtual Evensong service will be offered.
The inspiration for the theme of this month's Evensong is a message regarding love, as found in the third chapter of 1John. A creative liturgy of readings, prayers and music, sacred and secular together will provide opportunity for thoughtful contemplation and quiet reflection.
Please join us on Sunday evening, April 25, 2021 at 6pm.
Zoom information:
By pc, laptop or smart device, click on this link:
If asked for a password, enter 015568
to join by cellphone (audio only)
When prompted, enter the access code 479413263#
And then the password 015568# US
By landline, dial
Then enter the meeting ID and password when prompted to do so
Meeting ID: 479 413 263
Password: 015568
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CALLING ALL GRADUATES!!!!!!!
Whether it is an in-person event or virtual graduation, All Saints is happy and proud to recognize and congratulate you if you are graduating this spring from high school or college/university in May/June 2021 or if you graduated in December 2020. Please submit the following information to the church office:
Full Name:____________________________________________
Name of School:_______________________________________
Date of Graduation:____________________________________
Type of Degree:________________________________________
College Major:___________________________
Thank You.
Parish Family Commission
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Project Spudnik Volunteers
Two events in May for you to work in our church garden:
- Sunday, May 2 at 2 p.m., we will make more dirt for our grow bags, add dirt and fertilizer to our potato bags and plant warm weather crops.
- Sunday, May 16 at 2 p.m., we will make more dirt, plant more items and do routine maintenance, such as weeding.
Please bring your own water and a snack. Masks must be worn at all times. We will be physically distanced, although family groups can work together.
We will review the procedures for staying safe at the beginning of the meeting. If you feel sick, have symptoms of COVID-19, or have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, stay home. You will have many more opportunities to help with Spudnik.
Time spent working with Project Spudnik counts toward Service Learning Hours.
Please invite friends and family members who you think would be interested in Spudnik. Questions? Contact Ryan, Paul or Mary Dickson-Burke or Sherrill Munn Spudnik website at https://paulnme2.wixsite.com/spudnikgarden
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Project Spudnik Plant Sale
Saturday, May 8 from 11:30 AM to 2 PM will be the Project Spudnik plant sale. Please pre-order plants that will be ready to plant in your garden or container bags: hot peppers, sweet peppers and tomatoes. Other types may be available; watch Saints Alive for further details. Email njoydancin@aol.com to place your order by Thursday, May 6. Plants are $2 each or three for $5. Cash or check only please.
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How does our garden grow?
Pictured clockwise from top left...
lettuces, strawberries,
parsley, dill and
a new cherry tree.
Many more to see when you visit the garden.
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Check out the new Spring Bitmoji activities on the Sunday School website. New recipes, games, crafts, prayers, draw alongs, etc. Lots to make a rainy day or chilly afternoon fun. Enjoy!
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A very happy anniversary to Bryan & Patricia Dowell on the 2nd, Amy & Wanda Rose on the 3rd, Bob & Sally Balint on the 22nd, David & Jerri Bury on the 25rd, Frank & Janel McPhillips on the 26th and Chip & Tina Schaeffer on the 29th. |
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Virtual coffee shop We will gather virtually for coffee, tea and conversation on Thursday mornings. The Coffee Shop will open at 9 AM, and close at 11. Feel free to pop in anytime, and stay as long as you like.
To access the coffee shop on your pc, laptop or smart device, just click on this link:
Or... If you have the Zoom app, open it and enter the Meeting ID: 878 1395 1329 and then the Password: 027593
Or...you can also join us on your cell phone (audio only)
by dialing 1-301-715-8592. When prompted, enter the access code: 87813951329# and then the password: 027593#
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Understanding the New Testament - The Home Stretch
Our lecture series with Dr. David Brakke continues until the end of the Easter season. the focus now will be on the issues confronting the emerging Church - as revealed in the pastoral epistles and the letter of Peter and Jude - and then address the book of Revelation, and the search for the historical Jesus.
It is never too late to join in since each lecture can stand alone. We meet after the 10 AM service every Sunday, so use the link for worship - or - the link for the Wednesday Healing service for the 9 AM Wednesday service. (below)
If asked for a password, enter 015568
If you are asked for a password, enter 014954
A study guide will be provided to each attendee (PDF format via email). We hope that you will join us.
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Pandemic Regathering News (in case you missed it)
On Tuesday, April 13th, the Vestry approved a Regathering Plan intended to ease us back into a more comfortable Parish life, while continuing to keep everyone safe. Of course, we will comply with Diocesan guidance and law at all times. But, we also intend to create circumstances that leave no one behind. To accomplish this we aim to make nearly all aspects of Parish life “hybrid” – that is, simultaneously accessible online and in person – and to do it in a way that all participants can actually interact with each other. For example, in a church service, one reader might be in the Church and the other reading via Zoom – with all able to see and hear each other…and announcements could come from anywhere!
At first, little will change will occur other than making it possible for a certain number of people who wish to do being together on campus (masks and distancing, etc., applicable) while others take part on Zoom. The number of people who will be able to attend in person will be determined using a Diocesan formula and announced in the week’s newsletter. It will be “first come, first served” and once the maximum number has been reached no one else can be admitted (although they will, of course, be able to attend on Zoom). Masks will always be welcome regardless of whether they are required. Ushers, or the leader of a meeting, will have both the responsibility and the authority to be sure we all follow the requirements to keep each other safe. Outside events may be considered where they could provide greater flexibility as described in the Plan.
Implementation will be gradual and always susceptible to “hitting the pause button”. if circumstances don’t worsen we may start hybrid worship in May, and work up to parishioner use of the Parish Hall, and then to additional use by Friends of All Saints, by the end of June.
The details are in the Vestry’s Plan which you can read here >>> PLAN.
We’ll be mailing out copies to the people who may not be comfortable with reading it on line. There will be frequent updates to Regathering news in Parish emails and newsletters. And, of course, if you have questions after reviewing the Plan, please give either of us a call. Most importantly, we need to continue to be sensitive to each other, keep each other safe, and not inadvertently create situations where someone may feel pressured to participate in a certain way.
With great appreciation for everyone’s past and future efforts to care for each other and our neighbors,
Father Ken Phelps, Rector Kip At Lee, Senior Warden
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Share-A-Skill Extravaganza in May
As noted at last Sunday's service, no Skills Extravaganza scheduled for Saturday, May 1. Enjoy the day and perhaps the new North Beach Farmers' Market, open 8 - 11 AM in the North Beach Senior Center parking lot. Buy fresh and support local producers. Skill Extravaganza will continue May 15.
Fr. Ken will present May 15 and 29, as well, with our Music Director Deb Watson: Everything You Wanted to Know about Church Music But Were Afraid to Ask. Learn how church music evolved and how styles and times changed. Session I will begin with the Gregorian Chant and Plainsong through to the Romance Era of the 1800s. Session 2 will continue in the early 1900s until today, including folk and popular music and how they fit in the overall evolution of church music.
and use this Passcode: 844126
OR use the Zoom App with this information:
Meeting ID: 837 7125 3857
Passcode: 844126
OR call this number from any telephone: +1 301 715 8592 and provide this information when asked:
Meeting ID: 837 7125 3857
Passcode: 844126
Join by clicking here:
Password: 844126
OR Use the Zoom App
Meeting ID: 83771253857;
Password: 844126
OR, call from any phone: +1 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 83771253857
Password: 844126
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Did you know that Sunday sermons are recorded? They are available on our new website and are typically uploaded within a day or two of the recording. You can easily listen to the sermon if you miss a Sunday service. You can find the videos with the link below.
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Don't Forget...
All Saints Parish 1692 is on YouTube
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The Connections Commissions now has a YouTube channel for all of our Zoom videos, including our Skills Extravaganza, All Saints Cooks and Spudnik Training episodes. Sermons and special services are now being recorded on Zoom and added on YouTube as well. You might be amazed at the things you will learn! You can find us on the All Saints Parish 1692 You Tube Channel and here's the link.
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May Trivia Night
It is the month for which we have been patiently waiting.... our annual salute to the Oscars. And, this year's quiz promises to be our best ever (And not even a hint of A Midnight Clear in any of the questions or slides...)
So, study your past volumes of Siskel and Ebert and consult with Melissa Anderson and James Agee and anyone else you can think of... and be ready to do battle over the best that Tinseltown has to offer.
Here is the link, your gateway to the stars:
On your laptop, pc, or other smart device, click on this link:
If you are joining over the Zoom app, enter the meeting ID and password when prompted:
Meeting ID: 854 2143 1414
Password: 018091
Feel free to invite friends and family to play. Please have them contact us at allsaints1692@allsaints1692.org so we can identify them when they arrive for the quiz.
And, before the game, please check out the specials at the Scorpion Brewery in Owings - our partner in trivia for going on seven years. Nothing like a friendly growler and some exotic food truck offering to get you ready to rumble. Through our monthly contests, we have raised thousands of dollars in support of youth leadership development in Calvert County, and also money to feed hungry families and individuals in our communities.
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The knitting/crafting group continues to meet via Zoom on Thursdays from 1 - 3 PM. If you would like to join us and are not receiving our emails, please contact Cindy Overstrom at cynthiaoverstrom@gmail.com. If you would rather not attend with your computer, you can also call in with any phone.
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Les Saints du Vin will meet on Sunday, May 9 2021 from 4 - 7 pm |
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The next Zoom ECW meeting will be on Saturday, May 15 at 8:30 a.m. If you are not receiving the email invitation for these monthly meetings and would like to attend, please contact Cindy Overstrom at cynthiaoverstrom@gmail.com. If you would rather not attend with your computer, you can call in with any phone also.
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On the HeartF.E.L.T. Front |
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Folks we now have an abundance of plastic bags. No more needed at this time.
For the Month of May, we’ll need: individual cereals; fruit cups; applesauce; peaches; pears; mixed fruit. But wait…also needed are cans of stew, ravioli, canned chicken, tuna, Spam, Rice-a-roni, and individual cups of microwavable items such as spaghetti and meatballs, ravioli, etc. We also need lunch and dinners options other than pasta. Thank you for all you do to support our Little Tummy’s. And thanks to Glenn Iona for running the DTaDO! Food can be dropped off at any time at the back of church. Drop off your donations on the 11th 12-2 pm.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO TO HELP US FEED EMPTY LITTLE TUMMIES --and for being mindful of the needs of others.
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Community Events and PSAs |
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There is a CommUNITY Prayer Walk scheduled on May 1st at 10AM in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center (where Dream Weaver is located.). The CommUNITY is coming together as ONE BODY: businesses, churches, organizations, ministries, families and schools. Let's join our community and share our support in prayer! Community safety guidelines will be in effect. |
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Sunday, May 23: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch
AGE GROUP: SENIOR ADULT
EVENT TYPE: LECTURES, PANELS & CONVERSATIONS
Join us for Session II to discuss "Building Trust in Our Health Care Systems." Exploring systemic unconscious bias and the importance of understanding its effects on society, healthcare models, and patients. Please register by the day before to receive a Zoom link for this event.
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Survey Help is requested by June 30th to get the word out to people who live and work and go to school in Calvert County -- to make sure they have a voice in the new and permanent Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center and Park in Prince Frederick. This new facility will attract and serve people county-wide -- from Dunkirk and Owings to Lusby and Solomons.
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The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and the Maryland Department of Aging (MDOA) are working together to promote access to vaccines through a telephone-based support line and appointment system designed to assist those without internet access. Seniors are invited to use the new COVID-19 Vaccination Support Center at 1-855-MDGOVAX (1-855-634-6829). |
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Missing and STILL Missed
Who knew we’d miss it so much? But, we do. If you’ve seen it anywhere, please return it to the Sacristy. No questions asked. No investigations. No recriminations. No guilt! Just ease it back when no one is looking. We won’t even have it dusted for fingerprints. What, you may ask, is missing? A shabby little old tackle box that says Altar Guild … or used to if someone was trying to destroy the evidence….and it holds our pathetic collection of tools. We’d be ever so grateful if it returned.
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Attention All Saints Parish!!! Please contact the church office if your contact information has changed. It is imperative that we have your correct address and telephone numbers, both home and mobile and email address. We will be updating our church directory in the near future and we want to make sure that all information is current and accurate. Thank you. |
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From the Connections Commission
Sharing information via our All Saints’ newsletters, midweek email updates and snail mail communications continue to be a work in progress. We would like to thank all who contribute the information we include and we encourage all Parish members to submit “news” items and photos that would be of interest to our Parish family and friends.
Info and flyers to be posted in the June monthly newsletter need to be received via email by Tuesday, May 25th. Please send information to allsaints1692@allsaints1692.org AND allsaints1692connections@gmail.com This allows time for editing and clarification when needed.
Please refer to the publicity guidelines on our website for more information.
Note: please send your submission as you'd like it to appear. We'll edit for spelling and punctuation but submissions should be written as they will appear instead of as requests.
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PLEASE NOTE AND RESPECT
Parish buildings are not open now, and only individuals specifically authorized for an essential service may be in them (e.g., HeartFELT food packing). Those authorized individuals must wear masks, must practice social distancing and must sanitize touch areas as they enter and as they leave. This is not a matter of personal choice and applies to everyone including volunteers, business suppliers, and contract personnel. If you note a deviation you may politely remind the individual. If you are not comfortable doing that or doing so doesn’t correct the problem, please contact a church officer.
There is now a sign-in sheet located on the desk by the downstairs entrance and another upstairs outside the ladies room. Please use these to sign-in with date and time in and out of the Hall.
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1. Love and Acceptance of Neighbor: Work toward alleviating suffering and bringing healing to our communities in acts great and small. Welcome with love, compassion, and care all who engage with All Saints. Strive to bring together in love and fellowship those who otherwise may be divided. Promote equality, human rights, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all.
2. Worship and Formation: Create disciples through worship, education, and coming together in fellowship. Demonstrate and share the love of Jesus with others. Offer creative and enriching programs for adults, children, and youth. Promote worship activities that strengthen congregational relationships and bring our community together in love and mutual respect.
3. Valuing and Sharing Our History: Respect, maintain, and share our sacred space and the stories of those who have worshipped here for over 300 years. Encourage understanding and enlightenment through listening to and learning about our history.
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Worship Commission:
Deb Watson 301-801-0960
Dennis Laurie 410-714-2533
Parish Family Commission:
Hope Sayles
301-855-0251 or 301-467-1467
Christian Formation Commission:
Paul Dickson 410 257-3893
Erryn Fleming 764 913-4042
Living Our Values Commission:
Sherrill Munn 443 404-7560
Giving Back Commission:
Patti At Lee 202 669-5594
Finance Commission:
Patrick Herlihy 202 603-3273
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Connections Commission:
Deb Shupe 410-231-8150
Lisa Herlihy 410-610-1084
Property Committee:
Tom Hyde 443 684-4583
Planned Giving Board:
Carl Bucheister 301-855-4687
Episcopal Church Women (ECW):
Cindy Overstom 410-474-0086
Calvert Arts Festival:
Lisa Herlihy 410-610-1084
Cemetery Committee:
Brian Dowell 410-257-5449
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Parish Leadership
Senior Warden - Kip At Lee
Junior Warden - Patrick Herlihy
Property Warden - Filo Blake
Program Warden - Deb Shupe
Prayer Warden - Barbara Brown
Treasurer - Steve Watson
Music director - Deb Watson
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Vestry Members
Bryan Dowell - 2023
Nate Pope - 2022
Deb Watson - 2022
Sherrill Munn - 2022
Dave Shupe - 2023
Lissi Mojica - 2023
Glenn Iona - 2023
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