Midweek Update
March 25, 2020
A Note from the Rector
Dear saints,

I do hope that you are each finding ways to live into the new reality we find ourselves ensconced in. For that is key, that we might find ways to live, to still be present to the world even if those ways are limited and require some ingenuity on our part. We are certainly working hard on staff to pivot once again following the Mayor of Atlanta’s order to ’stay-at-home'. Part of the adjustment for all of us as a church that loves to serve is to find ways to offer what we can to the community around us and retain an appropriate social distance while doing so. In this e-news, you will find a list of service opportunities that seeks to achieve exactly that. It is not exhaustive by any means, but each service provider listed here is one we already know or have called and got to know so that we can feel confident sending you in their direction. 

I wonder if serving is something you might consider in this season? Isaiah 54 invites us to “ Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes. ” Now is a time for us to enlarge who we are to others, to expand our sense of self to incorporate concerns into our hearts and daily living that otherwise we may not be mindful of. I pray that these opportunities to serve, as well as the other openings for your soul to stretch and your mind to be challenged will indeed help you live more fully in this time before us.
Peace,
Simon+
Volunteer Opportunities
We know so many of you would like to help those in need in our community. We realize at All Saints’ that we are not equipped or able to do everything our community needs in a crisis like what we are facing with COVID-19. Directing you to the organizations that do it best is the most efficient use of our energy. The organizations on the list we have crafted are reliable and trustworthy, many of are our neighbors. Things are changing by the hour so we recommend contacting them by phone or email, or by checking their websites before you dive in.

Covenant Community requests notes of support for the residents, cleaning supplies, and desserts. If you would like to help, please contact Ugo Anikpe at uanikpe@covenantatlanta.org .

Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) is not accepting donations of food at this time. They are in need of note writing for clients and financial donations to provide financial assistance for rent and utilities. For more information, contact t hemacatlanta@gmail.com or visit midtownassistancectr.org
Please note: Unfortunately MAC cannot accept calls at this time.

Refugee Ministries is in need of Walmart gift cards. To donate a card, please visit walmart.com and use Louisa Merchant’s email address ( louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org ) to receive the ecard. Financial donations for Clarkston Thriftown grocery store can be made by going to this page of the All Saints' website. Click on GIVE A GIFT, and in the "Please Direct My Donation To" drop-down menu, select Refugee Ministries. For questions or more information, contact Louisa Merchant at louisam@allsaintsatlanta.org .

Threads is closed until further notice and is not accepting donations at this time. For more information, contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org .

Many parishioners have asked how to help with food insecurity that is prominent on our block. After much research, the best way to help is by donating to our friends at Atlanta Community Food Bank. You can visit their website at acfb.org or call 404-892-3333. They have an incredible system set up for delivery to many organizations and critical locations.
 
Meals on Wheels is still delivering to the homebound but have reduced deliveries to once a week. They are in need of volunteers for Saturday, April 4. If you are interested in volunteering, please send an email to abruner@mowatl.org . They are also accepting shelf stable donations at this time. Note: A few parishes in the city are still serving food to the homeless population as a part of their regular programming, such as Lutheran Church of The Redeemer. They are using their staff to facilitate the process because of strict controls.

Helping From Home (A.G. Rhodes Community of Nursing Homes) is in need of letter writing and assistance with email communication. Please call 877-918-6413 and someone there will return your call and give you instructions or you can visit agrhodes.org .

Angels Among Us – Pet Adoption and Foster Care is in need of virtual help managing records, making phone calls and also fostering pets, in particular cats. The best way to contact them is through their website at angelsrescue.org and fill out volunteer form online. You may also call them at 877-404-5874. Note: They do not have a physical location.

Grace House – Episcopalian and Lutheran Campus Ministry at Georgia Tech is in need of extending special care, financial and interpersonal, to Georgia Tech students in this season. For more information, contact Kat Folk at 678-358-9638 or kat@gracepeople.org .

Sewing Masks for Atlanta Hospitals. Hospitals and clinics are accepting hand-made face masks BUT they do not want people dropping them off. They are arranging drop off points and they have a tutorial and guidelines for making the masks. This group has a private Facebook group that you can join ( click here ). For more information or to volunteer, email smahatlanta@gmail.com .
Joanne Fabrics has a great webpage and tutorial at joann.com/make-to-give-response/. They are also trying to arrange drop off sites.

Respite Care Atlanta is working virtually with their clients, volunteers and caregivers. They will call upon us for some letter writing as soon as they are ready. For more information or questions, please contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org or visit respitecareatlanta.org .

Thank you for giving and caring as we all try to navigate these waters. If you have any questions please contact Jill Gossett at jgossett@allsaintsatlanta.org .
COVID-19 Info and Resources Page
Please continue to monitor this page of our website for the latest news about upcoming virtual events, online worship services, and the answers to frequently asked questions regarding our policies and protocols during this time of temporary closure.

Many of our online worship and formation offerings are on platforms that might be unfamiliar. For example, Zoom is a free-to-use tool to that facilitates online meetings. Learn more about how to use it here ( and here is another helpful tutorial).

Need further assistance?

Please email Jocelyn Cassada, Director of Digital Communications, at jcassada@allsaintsatlanta.org .
The Week Ahead
Wednesday, March 25

Worship

  • Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. on Facebook. Join here>>

Adult Formation

  • Basic Spanish Conversation for Beginners at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom. Register here >> (Meeting ID: 688 378 511; Meeting Password: 723185)

  • Adult Inquirers’ Class at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Join here>> (or join by phone at +1 646 876 9923; Meeting ID: 812 595 179)

  • Samaritan Readers at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Join here >> (or join by phone at +1 646 558 8656; Meeting ID: 470 672 937; Meeting Password: 140195)

  • Young Adults: “Sink Your Teeth Into This” at 7:00 p.m. Join here >> (or join by phone at +1 646 558 8656; Meeting ID: 438 660 8248)

  • Contemplative Prayer at 8:15 p.m. Join here >> (or join by phone at +1 646 876 9923; Meeting ID: 764 587 684)

Children's Ministries

  • Wednesday Night Storytime with Kathy on Facebook at 5:00 p.m. Join here >>

Youth Ministries

  • Youth Confirmation Regroup Session for Students, Parents, and Mentors at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom. Join here >>

  • High School Bible Study at 8:00 p.m. on Zoom. Join here >>
Thursday, March 26

Worship

  • Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. on Facebook. Join here>>

  • Young Adults: Virtual Service of Evening Prayer at 8:00 p.m on Zoom. Join here >> (or join by phone at +1646 558 8656; Meeting ID: 482 128 121)
Sunday, March 29

Worship


Adult Formation

  • Jesus on the Front Page at 9:00 a.m. on Zoom. Join here>> (Meeting ID: 521 484 645; Meeting Password: 083292)

  • Parenting with God Class (Time TBD). If you're interested in participating, please help us determine the best time to have this class on Sundays. Take the Doodle Poll >>

Children's Ministries

Sunday School on Zoom:


Parents are invited to join in as well. These Zoom rooms will be carefully moderated by our staff and leaders to ensure safety and privacy.


Youth Ministries

Sunday Night Live (SNL) on Zoom:

Monday, March 30

Worship

  • Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. on Facebook. Join here>>

Adult Formation

  • Stories by the Saints (Session 2 of a 4-week class) at 11:00 a.m. Register here >>
  • Meeting password: 689679
Tuesday, April 1

Worship

  • Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. on Facebook. Join here>>
A Prayer
For those who are critically ill and those facing uncertainty:

God of the present moment,
God who in Jesus stills the storm
And soothes the frantic heart;
Bring hope and courage to us
As we wait in uncertainty.
Bring hope that you will make us the equal of whatever lies ahead.
Bring us courage to endure what cannot be avoided,
For your will is health and wholeness;
You are God, and we need you.
Amen.

(adapted from the New Zealand Prayer Book)
634 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
telephone: 404-881-0835