All Saints Episcopal Church

Thursday, March 12th, 2026

A note from Father Tommy,

This Sunday’s Gospel tells the story of a man who had never seen the world. From the day he was born, darkness had been the only landscape he knew. People passed him every day near the temple gates. They heard his voice, dropped a coin into his hand from time to time, but after a while, they stopped really seeing him at all. Until one day, Jesus stops, kneels down in the dust, and the man’s world suddenly fills with light.

But the real surprise in the story is not the miracle. The real surprise is the reaction of the people around him. Instead of wonder, there is an argument. Instead of joy, there is suspicion. And Jesus says something that still echoes across the centuries: he has come so that those who do not see may see, and those who think they see may become blind.



Lent is a season that invites us into that kind of seeing. Yes, it is a time for confession and reflection, but it is also a time to let God reshape the way we look at the world, to notice the people we’ve overlooked, to question the assumptions we carry without realizing it, and maybe to discover, sometimes with a little humility, that faith may begin with the willingness to admit we don’t see everything as clearly as we thought.



PS

It's good to be home. I missed you.

AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING CHILD CARE: To help support families, childcare is now available during both Sunday morning services and for Wednesday evening programs. Care is provided by paid childcare personnel and volunteers serving together. Children of all ages are always welcome in all worship services, and we are glad to offer childcare as an additional option for families.

The Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 15th, 2026

8:30 am and 10:30 am

CELEBRANT & HOMILIST:

The Rev. Tommy Drake



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 ASHES TO ALLELUIAS

Wednesday Evenings in Lent

Lent invites us to slow down and make space for God’s presence in real life. On Wednesday nights, join us for the next two weeks of series introducing simple Christian spiritual practices that help us listen, pray, and live with greater intention. Each session is designed for beginners and longtime pray-ers alike, and includes a brief teaching, a guided experience of the practice, and a simple take-home invitation for the week ahead.

We will start serving supper at 5:30; sessions begin at 6:15 p.m. in the Gathering Space.

Click HERE for the Gentle Guide to the Examen handout from the February 25th session.

March 18: Contemplative Prayer - An introduction to silent prayer as consent to God’s presence and action, learning how to return gently when the mind wanders.

March 25: A Rule of Life - A practical, life-giving way to shape a sustainable rhythm of prayer, Scripture, service, and rest that can carry you beyond Lent.

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or sign up via the link HERE

You may also use this link to volunteer to prepare part of the meals

HOLY WEEK AT ALL SAINTS

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

 March 29^th: The Sunday of the Passion

Palm Sunday

8:30 am and 10:30 am

If you would like to help read the Passion Narrative at either service, please call the office.

     April 2^nd: Maundy Thursday

6:00 pm: Agape Meal

7:00 pm: Holy Eucharist II, washing of the feet/hands, reserve of the Sacrament, Solemn stripping of the altar, the beginning of the Watch

April 3^rd: Good Friday

3:00 pm: Word of God, Procession of the cross, the veneration, communion from the Reserve Sacrament

4:00 pm: Labyrinth Walk and Stations of the Cross

April 5^th: Easter

9:00 am and 11:00 am services

Holy Eucharist II

The nursery will be available for both services

Dear Parishioners,

Please remember to reserve spaces in both the Church and Office, including the Conference Room, Study, and Gathering Space, for your events or activities. When making a reservation, ensure that your chosen time slot does not overlap with other scheduled events or commitments. Be sure to include the full duration of your reservation, from the start time to the finish time, to avoid any conflicts and to help us maintain an organized schedule for everyone.

Thank you for your cooperation!

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The Women's Bible Study Group meets on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.

Holy Eucharist is celebrated every Tuesday at 3 PM

Spring Arbor Retirement Living

All are welcome.

News And Notes

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Diocesan Cycle of Prayer

This week, we pray for Emmanuel, Farmville and Church of the Good Shepherd, Fayetteville

Happy Birthday to you!

 Ongoing Facility Use & Meeting Schedule

SUNDAY      

10:30 a.m. - Nursery and Sunday School

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Gathering Space: Al-Anon

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Gathering Space: Alcoholics Anonymous

MONDAY

2nd & 4th Monday of the Month – 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Study in the Admin Building: Women’s Spirituality Circle   

4th Monday of the Month – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Conference Room:

Vestry Meeting



6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Reception Area: Prayer Shawl

TUESDAY

2nd Tuesday of the Month – 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Conference Room: Servant Ministry

WEDNESDAY

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Choir Room: Mahjongg

1:00 p.m. - Conference Room: Women's Bible Study

THURSDAY

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Conference Room: Men’s Cursillo  

9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Choir Room: Hand and Foot Card Game

7:00 p.m. - Choir Practice

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