I am a relatively new Episcopalian. I became a member of All Saints’ just last year after spending most of my life as a Lutheran. There are many similarities between the two worship services, but the history and the pageantry and the rich symbolism of the Anglican tradition are things I hadn’t experienced before, and I was totally moved the first time I attended a service here.
We had a fantastic experience with Terry Glaspey and the Art of Faith event this past weekend. Thank you to all who attended showing your support for this incredible offering to our Church family, many came to every session. We are grateful to all who helped make this event a successful reality for All Saints' and we give thanks to the Lord for blessing our efforts!
Finding a good book out of the thousands or millions available is nearly impossible. But by joining the All Saints’ Book Club you have more recommendations and friends to discuss them. The Book Club meets regularly on the second Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the John classroom.
Everyone is welcome.
Please join us on Wednesday mornings, 10:30 a.m. until 12 Noon, for Bible study in the Luke Classroom in the McClurg building. It is an open class for everyone. All are welcome!
Our acolytes are youth trained to assist with worship services. We currently have over forty acolytes on our roster. This year we celebrated the graduation of two senior acolytes. Kenny and Jacob have both served since they were ten years old.
A foyer is simply an entrance hall, according to Webster’s Dictionary.
A Foyer Group at All Saints’ then is an entry into the fellowship of our church, a way to become acquainted with all those whom you see every Sunday, especially those members who attend services different from your own. In that way, by meeting each other we become one body, able to recognize and get to know our fellow members.
Fr. Reid recently mentioned to me that he thinks about Jesus all the time. Of course, I responded with something like, “That’s great!” but actually thought something like “Really? That seems extreme. On the other hand, it is your job, so … good for you!” And good for us. After all, who wants a pastor that doesn’t spend a great deal of time thinking about Jesus? Fr. Reid’s passion for Jesus gets him out of bed in the wee hours of the morning to pray and study. It gives him energy to put in long days and drives him to work so hard for the rest of us. He has to do budgets, and run committees and supervise staff and all that – but always in service to the goal of helping his flock share his passionate desire to know and follow Christ.
Nurseries & Youth Programs Available During Class
The International Order of Saint Luke is an inter-denominational religious order dedicated to the Christian healing ministry begun in 1932 by an Episcopal priest. OSL is ecumenical, with members belonging to a variety of Christian denominations. OSL believes that healing exists today. Healing occurs through the hands of health professionals as well as through the hands of fellow Christians. As the Bible teaches, we are equipped to heal with the power of Jesus Christ.
The OSL Doulos Chapter prayer team at All Saints' trains with resources from the international organization. The parish prayer team assists our Rector in parish pastoral ministry, including:
| First Lesson | 2 Samuel 24:18-25  |
| Psalm | Psalm 1 |
| Second Lesson | 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 |
| The Holy Gospel | Matthew 22:15-22 |
We are a people called to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We worship, honor and glorify God in spirit and truth, inspiring a love for and devotion to Christ and a passion for righteousness. We gain knowledge of God through sound Christian Education. Our church family strives to be loving and caring, welcoming everyone in the name of our Lord.
To lead all people into a deeper relationship with God and each other in Christ, and to develop the gifts and talents of our parishioners through teaching and preaching the Word of God, to transform our families and communities, and influence the culture.
