Dear Friends

For me, Lent feels especially close this year for two reasons. First, it seemed to arrive almost without warning. I knew it was coming, of course, but not this quickly. I’m still catching my breath from Christmas.

But more than that, Lent feels close because God feels close.

I couldn’t help but see God’s fingerprints all over the beginning of this holy season, especially on Shrove Tuesday. As multiple generations gathered to honor and celebrate the season we are in. I heard God’s presence in the sound of laughter and conversation around the dinner tables. I saw it in the children as they carefully wrote their names on the Alleluia banner, the same banner they will bury, only to joyfully raise again on Easter morning.

I witnessed God’s joy in the youth as they served pancakes with generous, playful spirits. I saw the awe in everyone’s eyes as the youth burned the palms from last year’s Palm Sunday. There was something holy in that fire. As the palms turned to ash, I felt the weight and the grace of what we were preparing for the invitation to examine our hearts, to return to God, and to enter the forty days that lead us through death and into life.

Peace,

Luke

Email Luke - lnolfa@allsaintsatlanta.org

Youth Ministry Phone Number

470-590-3471

High School Bible Study

Wednesday, March 10th

The 2nd Wednesday of each month

6:00-7:30

WE MEET IN ELLIS HALL LOBBY FOR DINNER



Grades 9–12 are invited to gather in community to explore their faith in a welcoming and quieter space than Sunday night programming. This is a space created especially for high school students to wonder with their faith. Reading Scripture, discussing questions and topics of belief, and learning to recognize where God is at work in their lives.

To help build stronger connections and make this year meaningful for our youth, I’ve put together a Sign-Up Genius and a Google Doc with a variety of ways you can get involved in youth ministry. The Google Doc lists all the volunteer roles—please check the boxes for anything you're comfortable signing up for. The Sign-Up Genius includes specific dates and time slots for each opportunity.

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or looking to jump in for the first time, there’s something for everyone: 

Google Form Volunteer Roles

Link to the Sign-Link Genius

Volunteer Roles Available:

• Provide Dinner for Sunday Night Youth Group (SNL & Y'all Saints'): Help feed our hungry youth by cooking, ordering, or bringing dinner. Fan favorites include Moe’s and Papa John’s Pizza—always a hit! Please note you do not have to bring a separate dinner for SNL and Y'all Saints, because we all eat together!

• Sunday Formation Teacher: Join a team of volunteers to lead Sunday morning formation. Don’t worry—you won’t be doing it alone. We’re building a team-based structure to make it collaborative and low-pressure, even for first-time teachers.

• Sunday Greeters (Morning and Evening): A warm hello makes all the difference. Greeters help our youth feel seen and welcomed as they arrive for programming.

• Drivers & Chaperones for Local Outings: Occasionally, we’ll head off-site for events like bowling, laser tag, Braves games, or other local activities. We’re looking for adults willing to drive and actively participate—whether that means scoring strikes or just being a supportive presence.

• Retreat Drivers & Chaperones: If you’re able to spend a weekend away, we’d love to have you join us as a chaperone or driver. It’s a chance to connect deeply with our youth and experience God’s presence in new ways.

• Home Gathering Hosts: We’re looking for hosts willing to open their homes for small-group gatherings, game nights, or seasonal celebrations. You choose what you’re comfortable hosting.

• Letter Writing: Help send notes and flyers to members in our community

We’re looking forward to an amazing year together, and I’m so grateful for your time, support, and energy as we continue building a meaningful youth community!

Google Form Volunteer Roles

Link to the Sign-Up-Genius

YOUTH CHOIR CORNER

YOUTH CHOIR (Grades 7-12)

Youth Choir meets in the second Floor of the Prittchet Center. Handbells are from 4:15-5 PM handbells and youth choir 5-6 PM!

SCHEDULE & INFORMATION:

allsaintsatlanta.org/music/children-and-youth-choirs/

QUESTIONS:

Emily Halbert, Director of Children & Youth Music:

ehalbert@allsaintsatlanta.org

2/22

9:00

Audrey Dobranski-Captain 

Brooks Brisendine

Reid Brisendine 

Eva Schroeder

Milo Schroeder

Lector: Audrey Dobranski

11:15

Fiona Sullivan- Captain 

Darcy Gaynor 

Lucas Wrammert 

Patrick Wrammert

Brendan Sullivan 

Ingrid Mabry

Lector: Ingrid Mabry

Luke Nolfa

Director of Youth Ministries

Lnolfa@allsaintsatlanta.org

Youth Ministry Phone Number

470-590-3471

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