Dear saints, 

This week we have held two home gatherings that in a way span the life of our community: one for people new to All Saints' and still finding their way in through the front door, and the other a gathering of what we call Cornerstone, a community of people who intend to leave a legacy to All Saints' when they go on to glory. As it turns out, not everyone who belongs to Cornerstone has been a parishioner for decades. Some are fairly new themselves, yet each of them has said that the value All Saints' has for them exceeds their own lifetimes. 

That is, at its heart an unselfish act—to give of ourselves to something we will not gain any benefit from. It is of course what we have all been thinking about and praying over these past several weeks as we ponder the future of faith on our block. Yesterday we sent out a mass text to the whole parish—yes it is from us, so please do go ahead and use it to complete the survey. The survey will close on Monday. Reading through the vast diversity of responses to that survey, and the input from town halls, home gatherings, and the free form online comments, it is clear to me that we are a community that cares deeply about a future we will eventually not be part of. We care about people yet to call this place their church home, and thanks be to God for that. 

I wonder if you have had the chance to expand that kind of thinking to other areas of your life? Do your children or other loved ones and friends know your priorities for your own legacy? Have you ever thought about planning your funeral with them, or jotting down notes of what you might want your eulogy to say about you? It may sound morbid, but ask yourself this: if you don't tell those most important to you in your life what matters most to you, who will?

German theologian Paul Tillich called theology the pursuit of answers to ultimate questions. Church should be a place where we can foster that kind of thinking. If someone else doesn't know what you hold to be of ultimate concern, then why not share those precious insights with someone who would treasure them. Not all legacies are made of capital or concrete. In fact, the most important ones are not. 

If all of this raises your blood pressure, remember that there is ice cream at church this Sundae Sunday, so join me at the toppings bar and we can chat about the great hereafter between helpings. 

With gratitude for you,

THIS SUNDAY

The Third Sunday of Easterr

Sunday, April 14, Church

Weekly Service Times*

• 8:00 a.m. (Traditional Language, No Music) 
• 9:00 a.m. (Contemporary Language, Choral Music) 
• 11:15 a.m. (Contemporary Language, Choral Music) 
• 5:00 p.m. The Welcome Table (Contemporary Language, Contemplative Music) 

PARKING: Overflow parking is available at the Bank of America—get a validation ticket upon entry from an usher. Please request an additional validation ticket from an usher in the church narthex upon arrival or exit. Use both validation tickets upon exiting the Bank of America parking deck to park free of charge.

Sundae Survey Sunday 

Sunday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Ellis Hall 

The Future of Our Block Committee is looking for everyone’s feedback! Come fill out a survey and enjoy a delicious Sundae treat! There is also a competition with the Children’s Formation classrooms to see who can get the most parents to turn in the survey—the winner gets a Chick-fil-a Day in Formation! 

School of Spirit: Welcoming the Stranger 

Sunday, April 14 and 21, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., P305

This two-session course, taught by Louisa Merchant, will explore the question of immigration through a biblical and theological lens. We will examine the history of U.S. immigration law, how Christians engage immigration issues and the significance of Refugee Ministries at All Saints'. 

Parenting with God 

Sunday, April 14 and 21, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Ross Room

Gather with other parents, grandparents, godparents, and parent figures as we learn about how God informs us, walks with us, and models for us how to parent our children.  

Share Your Thoughts: Future Of Our Block Town Hall

The town hall style conversations about the future of our block are complete. Now, we encourage you to contribute to the Future of Our Block survey. Also, we encourage you to sign up for one of several home gatherings (Home Gatherings Sign-Up) and to take the Future of Our Block survey (Future of Our Block Survey).

Rite 13 Service (and Saturday Dinner) 

Dinner: Saturday April 13, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Ellis Hall 

Service: Sunday April 14, 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m., Church 

Rite 13 is a milestone for young adults that culminates in a rite of passage ceremony for teens and their families on Sunday, April 14 during the 9:00 a.m. service. Participants are invited to a Rite 13 rehearsal and dinner on Saturday, April 13 at 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP for dinner by emailing youth minister, Luke Nolfa, at lnolfa@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Jesus on the Front Page 

Sundays, 10:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m., Parish Hall 307 

Join this ongoing discussion of the news of the day and how we are called as Christians to respond in the public arena, in our private lives, and in our prayers. 

Young Adults Brunch & Bible Study 

Sunday, April 14, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., The Ross Room 

Come enjoy a delicious meal and lively conversation with the Young Adults of All Saints'. All are invited – whether you're looking to connect for the first time, reconnect after a long while, or keep connections going! Childcare is available upon request. Please e-mail Tasia Blair (youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org), our Young Adult Coordinator, for more information. 

The Welcome Table: Sunday Evening Worship Service and Dinner  

Sundays at 5:00 p.m., In the Chapel and Ellis Hall  

Before your busy week begins, the Welcome Table is a place to join with others and find rest and refreshment. Come to the Welcome Table: a service of music (song and solo instrument), prayer (together and in ways that speak to us individually), and communion. A community dinner for all participants follows the service. 

Greetings, saints! This past Sunday at All Saints’ was Refugee Ministries Sunday, which this year marks its 30th year in ministry. Our Director of Refugee Ministries, Louisa Merchant, preached at both the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. services, reminding us that acts of service can bring us to authentic belief.

After the 9:00 a.m. service, our Director of Refugee Ministries, Louisa Merchant, interviewed Loyda Paz Perez, residential coordinator at Casa Alterna, a community for asylum seekers in Grant Park that we partner with in Ellis Hall.

Together, they illuminated for parishioners the experience and multi-varied challenges of refugees in need of support as they settle locally. To get involved in the work of Refugee Ministries, visit us online at https://allsaintsatlanta.org/serve/refugees!

We would love to get to know you! Our community looks forward to you joining us for upcoming services and events throughout the year! For more information visit allsaintsatlanta.org/calendar

Planned Gifts, those gifts offered now to be given after your death, are an important part of the generosity we are invited into as a church community. Here is another question in our series of information on planned giving: 

“Annual giving, offerings and pledge commitments are essential to the church too. This Lenten and Easter season, please offer your giving to All Saints' Church.”  

- Nancy Yates, member of the Planned Giving Committee - 

To contact the Planned Giving Committee, e-mail David Begley at david@wdbegley.com. 

 The Planned Giving Team

David Begley, Kathryn Graves, Missi McMorries, Bill Fryer with Ellen Hayes 

Please give generously to our All Saints’ offering plate, in-person and online via the button below:

To make an Offering today or pay your pledge,

click the Give Now button above. And visit us online at allsaintsatlanta.org/give.

• Novel Theology >> Meets one Wednesday a month on Zoom from 7:00-8:00 p.m.. Click the link above to learn more and register.

• 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 P307 in the Parish House.



• Sports and Spirituality >> Meets the third Thursday of each month on Zoom. Register here

WORSHIP & MUSIC

Earth Day Service 

Saturday, April 20, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., the Clara Meer Dock in Piedmont Park 

Join the All Saints’ community at as we celebrate the beauty of Creation and God’s call to steward “This fragile Earth, our island home.” It’s a beautiful opportunity for us to bring the joy of this Christian community out into our neighborhood. 

Senior Sunday 

Sunday, April 21, 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., Church 

Join us as we celebrate our high school seniors and hear some of them preach short homilies during the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. services. All seniors are invited to attend! For more information, please contact youth minister, Luke Nolfa at lnolfa@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Sunday Callers’ Flower Delivery 

Sundays, April 14 - May 5, from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., in the Church’s Flower Sacristy 

Sunday Callers needs vases (approx. 5" to 7" high) and additional volunteers. You can leave vases in the Flower Sacristy. Call / text Pat Robinson, 404-395-5793 to volunteer or learn more. 

American Guild of Organists (AGO) Distinguished Artist Award Ceremony 

Friday, April 26, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., The Cathedral of St. Philip 

On this evening, All Saints’ emeritus organists & choirmasters Ray & Beth Chenault will receive the National AGO Distinguished Artist Award at a gala event. 

World Labyrinth Day  

Saturday, May 4, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., in the Chapel 

Come celebrate the global event! Individuals and groups alike are welcome to walk, make chalk labyrinths and engage in other activities. Lunch is available with reservation. 

School of the Spirit: Making Sense of the Old Testament 

Wednesdays in winter and spring, 6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m., Parish Hall 305/306 and on Zoom 

Join Ryan Bonfiglio for a twelve-week course that not only examines the contents of the Old Testament, but also its significance today. The course is 12 weeks long and those weeks are broken into three blocks: Remaining sessions will be held on 17, 24 and May 1. Registration is still available! Visit us online at bit.ly/allsaints-ot 

Learn, Love, Live: An Empowering, Queer History-Laden Journey through Spirituality and Scripture 

Wednesdays, April 10, 17 and 24, P307 and on Zoom 

Join Emory Candler School of Theology graduate Ryan Washington and friends for a three-part series on Queer Theology that will educate and empower queer folks and friends to embody their unique spiritual gifts. Join us from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on April 10, April 17 and April 24. To join the meetings remotely, please visit allsaintsatlanta.org/links and enter password: "AdultFormation2024." 

Novel Theology: “The Human Stain” by Philip Roth 

Wednesday, April 17, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Ross Room and on Zoom  

This month, we will be discussing The Human Stain by Philip Roth. The discussion will be led by Emilie Hitron. 

Adult Inquirer's Class  

Wednesdays, April 24 through May 15, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., on Zoom and In-Person (Final Class Only) 

Adult Inquirer’s Class is a four-part introduction to the life of faith at All Saints’. Meetings are on Wednesday nights, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The first three meetings are on Zoom with the final session in person over dinner at the church. Participants are asked to commit to all four sessions. Additional adult inquirers classes will be held later in the spring. For more details contact Simon Mainwaring at (smainwaring@allsaintsatlanta.org) or Tracey Sage (tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org). 

Contemplative Prayer 

Wednesdays in winter and spring, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Parish Hall 202 

Join fellow parishioners for contemplative prayer after Wednesday Night Supper. As Richard Rohr says, “In contemplation—the practice of being fully present in mind, body, and spirit—we join in deep solidarity with other spiritual traditions in working toward the healing and restoration of ourselves and our world.” Participants read aloud from and discuss contemplative writers in the first half hour, then practice silent centering prayer in the second half hour.  

PARISH LIFE

Wednesday Night Supper  

Wednesdays in winter, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Ellis Hall  

Enjoy an evening meal in community followed by a casual worship service and communion. The cost is $11 for adults and $5 for children and youth and college students. You may register here (bit.ly/ASEC-WNS) and pay online or pay at the door. There will be no Wednesday Night Supper the evening of April 5. The final Wednesday Night Supper of the program year is April 26. 

2026-2027 Vestry Nominations 

We welcome nominations for 2026-2027 Vestry leadership from all eligible parish members who are confirmed, over eighteen, who regularly attend worship and who have made a financial pledge to the church. Between Friday, March 1 and Friday, April 12, Vestry nominations may be submitted either by e-mail or written notice to the Rector's Executive Assistant, Tracey Sage (tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org). Please include all of your church involvement in your submission. Vestry members will be elected during the Annual Parish Meeting on Sunday May 12. 

2024 Annual Parish Meeting 

Sunday, May 12 from 10:20 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Ellis Hall 

Join us for our Annual Parish Meeting, when we reflect on the past year and elect new members of the Vestry.   

CHILDREN & YOUTH

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 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., 2nd floor of the Pritchett Center 

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

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

Sunday Night Live (SNL) 

Sundays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., The Attic 

All youth in grades 6th-12th are invited to join us for dinner, fellowship, and fun as we gather for Sunday Night Live, our traditional youth program! We gather at 6:00 p.m. for dinner and end at 7:30 p.m. 

SAVE THE DATE: Vacation Bible School (VBS) has been scheduled for June 3 - 7 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon, with after-care available. Watch this space for additional information about VBS! 

YOUNG ADULTS

Young Adult Fellowship Online! 

Are you in your 20s or 30s and interested in fellowship, discipleship, and service? Reach out to Tasia Blair at youngadults@allsaintsatlanta.org to receive our monthly newsletter, get added to the WhatsApp group chat and find out what events we have coming up! 

Refugee Ministries’ Annual Spring Picnic 

Saturday, April 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Leila Mason Park in Stone Mountain 

Please join us for our annual Refugee Ministries Spring Picnic in Stone Mountain.  This is a great opportunity for teens, families and new volunteers. Sign up to help with transportation, food, games and more at bit.ly/RefMinspringpicnic

Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) Lenten Food Drive Update 

Thanks to everyone who participated in the MAC Lenten Food Drive! With your generosity, All Saints' contributed a total weight of 2,500 lbs of food, which is 225 grocery bags! For those who still have your bags, it is not too late. MAC needs food all year. Please feel free to return your donation to the MAC bin in the hallway leading to the parking lot between Ellis and the library or behind the counter in the Ellis foyer.  

Threads Welcomes Families for Shopping

Threads welcomes families for in-store shopping Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. We are currently in need of: 

- Boys’ jeans sizes 6, 8, 10 and 12 

- BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS 

Also, feel free to check out our Amazon wish list here: bit.ly/ASECThreadsApr2024 

Interested in volunteering? Contact Marcia Mayfield at threads@allsaintsatlanta.org.

All Saints' Volunteer Receptionists Needed 

Do you have good phone etiquette? Are you eager to learn the administrative side of the church? Do you enjoy helping with projects? Then you should become a volunteer receptionist at All Saints’! Our volunteers work on a bi-weekly schedule covering a 4-hour shift. If interested, please contact Marie Louisa Muhumuza at mlmuhumuza@allsaintsatlanta.org or Tracey Sage at tsage@allsaintsatlanta.org. 

Click the image above to view our "thank yous" to parishioners from various staff members. We appreciate the ways you serve our parish community!

Photo Sharing at All Saints’ 

The Communications Team invites you to submit photographs of All Saints’ events via e-mail for inclusion in forthcoming publications, newsletters, monitor feeds and on social media accounts. If you have content to share, please send photographs via e-mail to communications@allsaintsatlanta.org in .JPG or .PNG formats. 

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