Sunday's Lessons & Carols service was a huge sucess. Beyond the beauty of the Nave, which has been decorated for the Advent season, many familiar and a few no-so-familiar faces attended. The event included a reception after.
While Advent is a time of waiting with hope and patience for the coming of the Christ Child, celebrating the life of St. Nicholas offers a festive opportunity to focus more on giving than receiving. Nicholas, the 3rd century Bishop of Myra, serves as an example of living out service to Jesus Christ by showing God’s love to others through his protection of children, sailors, and all in trouble and need.
Parish Academy is a vital part of the life of All Saints. We hope you will join us this winter and take advantage of this rich educational opportunity. Come early for dinner at 5 p.m. then attend the Wednesday evening worship service, which beings at 6 pm. in the chapel. Parish Academy follows from 7-8:30 p.m.
Interested in a behind the scenes ministry with flexible hours? Than come and join The All Saints’ Altar Guild. You will learn about the traditions and customs of the Episcopal Church as well as the Holy Housework needed for liturgy and worship.
In 1967 All Saints’ started a Christmas outreach to children in foster care providing gifts to them and supporting the families that give them a home. This is the 52nd year that we have blessed these special children on Christmas morning. This is the third year we have accepted the challenge to service 100 foster children in honor of the greatest gift of all, Jesus.
We celebrated All Saints' Sunday with a parish family party following the late service in Woodsby Hall. This was one of the biggest highlights of the year and a great way to kick off the holiday season. The Youth Ensemble sang with the Adult Choir as part of the 10:50 a.m. service. It is one of our holy and festive days in our church year. We also had a special luncheon and enjoyed many families that came to join us for food and fellowship.
Our annual Fall Festival took place this past Wednesday, October 30th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Children young and old dressed in creative costumes and brought their a goodie bags to join in the festivities. The popular event featured carnival-like games, a cakewalk, craft, and lots of goodies. Parents and grandparents participated in the evening making it fun for the entire family!
| First Lesson | Isaiah 35:1-10  |
| Psalm | Psalm 146:4-9 |
| Second Lesson | James 5:7-10 |
| The Holy Gospel | Matthew 11:2-11 |
