Dear Friends, 

The call and response in Suzanne's sermon last Sunday, “I am somebody”, has been echoing on my lips and in my heart this week. And this Sunday, we'll hear the familiar story of Nicodemus. He’s someone also trying to figure out who he is and whose he is, as he quizzically asks Jesus, “how can anyone be born again?” It’s an iconic question that has been answered in ways both thoughtful and hurtful by theologians and preachers over the years. 

Jesus and Nicodemus engage in some humorous and confounding conversation, and two things always strike me when I read this text. Jesus’s call to us to change our hearts, to trust in the movement of the Spirit is grounded in God’s love for the whole world - for each and every one of us - and the invitation to turn toward God is infinite and eternal. Lent is a time to remember that we can always turn back and in our journey God will meet us in our turning, awaiting us, embracing us. I have a postcard on my desk that says “turn this way.” In this Lenten season it's a good reminder to always turn towards God. God's beauty God’s, love God’s justice: for God so loved the world that he gave us Jesus.  

See you in church!

All my best,

Courtney+

Newcomer Conversations

Brief Gathering after the 9 & 11 am Services

Coffee, Donuts, and Conversation.

Are you new to All Saints? Perhaps you’ve just attended one or two times and would like to learn a little bit more about our community. Join us in the Reading Room for a 20-minute gathering to connect with other newcomers and briefly hear from one of our clergy and vestry members. 

Contemplative Eucharist with Healing Prayer at 6:00pm 

A meditative worship service focusing on silence, healing prayers, and anointing with oil.

Our Bake Auction Was a Sweet Success!

Thank you to all the bakers, bidders, buyers, and donors who took part in last Sunday's Bake Auction! You helped raise over $31,000 for medical care, education, and more for our friends in Eastern Africa! If you'd still like to make a donation, visit https://allsaintschicago.org/africabakeauction.

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP

Join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 8:00AM, 9:00AM, and 11:00AM. Free childcare is available on Sundays for children 6 months – 3 years old, from 8:45am – 12:15pm.

THIRD SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE

Every 3rd Sunday of the month we offer Taizé at 6:00 pm.

WEDNESDAY EVENING CENTERING PRAYER

We offer Centering Prayer on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.



WEEKDAY MORNING PRAYER

We offer daily morning prayer (Monday – Friday) from 8:30 am – 9:00 am on Zoom.

Learn more about Worship at All Saints on our website.

Lent 2026

Join us for two healing services during Lent

Sunday, March 1 | Second Sunday in Lent

Contemplative Eucharist with Healing Prayer | 6:00pm 

A meditative worship service focusing on silence, healing prayers, and anointing with oil.

Sunday, March 15 | Fourth Sunday in Lent

3rd Sunday Evening Service: Taizé with Healing | 6:00pm 

Taizé nurtures inner peace, spiritual renewal, and a sense of unity. The worship is characterized by simple repetitive chants with periods of silence for contemplation and readings from scripture.

Try one of our weekly services during Lent

Weekday Morning Prayer | 8:30am on Zoom 

Give this Small Group a try during Lent. Cross-section of All Saints folks, near and far, who attend daily or once a week, before they start work or when they wake up. Resources

Wednesday Evening Centering Prayer | 7:00pm

Join this small prayerful group on Wednesdays in the Reading Room for 20 minutes of centering prayer, followed by an optional time of discussion. Interested in learning more? Doors open at 6:45 for those who would like instruction in and more information about silent prayer.

Calling all singers and musicians!

Remember what St. Augustine once said: “The one who sings, prays twice!”

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a part of the music ministry at All Saints, we invite you to join us for Lent and Easter. No auditions necessary; the only requirement is a willing heart! if you play a string, woodwind, or brass instrument, we need you.

Contact Colin for more info: colin@allsaintschicago.org

Witness Wednesdays at 12:00 Noon | Federal Plaza (Jackson & Dearborn)

Noon on Wednesdays beginning February 25

We gather weekly as a public sign of Christ's love in a time of great hardship. Episcopalians and friends will meet near the big red Calder sculpture at noon to pray for justice, mercy, and the dignity of all people. We pray especially for immigrants, refugees, and all those who are being detained or deported. And we remember all those impacted by unjust policies and actions. Being communal prayer, no signs or other materials are necessary, just a willingness to stand in solidarity with those who are hurting. All are welcome.

All Saints Book Club

Thursday March 12 at 7:30 pm (On Zoom)

James by Everitt Percival



PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim's point of view • In development as a feature film to be produced by Steven Spielberg 

KIRKUS PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE • A Best Book of the Year: The New York Times Book Review, LA Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, TIME, and more.

The All Saint’s Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM on Zoom. If you are not a regular attendee, contact Mike Burke mebcat@gmail.com for the meeting invite.

Knit, Purl, Pray

Saturday, March 14 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Group meets on the 2nd Saturday of the Month

Calling all knitters, needle pointers, weavers, and crafters of all kinds! Are you interested in crafting while getting to know some of your fellow All Saints community members? Interested in learning more? Contact Colin at colin@allsaintschicago.org. 

All Saints Church School News

The All Saints Church School is offering Atrium Discussions on Thursday Evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. (on Zoom)

Next discussion is Thursday, March 12 – The Parable Method and the Parable of the Good Shepherd

To learn more and see upcoming dates, click here.

If you are interested in joining these discussions or for further information, please contact Polly Tangora (polly@allsaintschicago.org)

Newcomers Lunch

Sunday, March 15 from 12:30 - 2:00 pm

Are you new to All Saints? Are you interested in meeting other newcomers and learning more about our community? If yes, please join us for our next Newcomers lunch. We’ll gather in the parish hall for a casual luncheon, conversation, and a chance to learn more about All Saints and ways to continue connecting with our community. 

Please RSVP so we can plan food accordingly.

If you have any questions, please contact Courtney at courtney@allsaintschicago.org

RSVP HERE

Coffee & Connection

Sunday, March 22 after the 11 service for coffee and a light snack.

Coffee will be brewing in the reading room, so come and grab a cup. Stay awhile and connect with friends—old and new. All are welcome! Our plan is to host a fourth Sunday coffee after the 11 am for the next several months. A sign up sheet to help host or bring some simple treats will be on clip boards by the front door beginning this Sunday.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration 

Saturday, February 28 at 11 am

5023 S. Aberdeen, Chicago, IL 60609 

Street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

This work would not be possible without leadership and commitment from you. Look forward to celebrating with you. Join neighbors, partners, and community leaders as we celebrate this important milestone and the families who will soon call these houses home. 

Click here to RSVP or visit tinyurl.com/trpcelebration  



This Saturday, please join United Power members, The Resurrection Project, along with Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation, to join us as we officially cut the ribbon and celebrate the construction of brand-new homes through Reclaiming Back of the Yards, a community-rooted initiative transforming vacant lots into homes for working families.

This past summer many of us gathered on the same block where most of the lots were vacant. There are now 88 homes under construction citywide and this Saturday we will gather again to cut the ribbon on one of the new homes where 28 homes are now under construction.

Save the dates

All Saints is hosting Singing Resistance

Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Sunday, March 22 at 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Singing Resistance is a movement across the US bringing people together to sing grounded in love, nonviolence, and solidarity. We sing because song is an antidote to fear, song helps us connect to each other, and through song we can name and protect what we hold sacred.

Ravenswood Run - 30 Years Running

A Note from the Rector:

This is the 30th anniversary of the Ravenswood Run, which All Saints founded! This would be a great year to gather an All Saints team--fun runs? t-shirts? hangouts?--and run the race together. We could use some co-chairs to coordinate. Interested? Let us know at suzanne@allsaintschicago.org. P.S.: You can walk the course if you’re not a runner!

Learn more about this beloved 5K run in our neighborhood and register HERE.

Interested in volunteering? Learn More HERE

The Ravenswood Run was started by All Saints parishioners in 1996 and is now organized by and is a fundraiser for Ravenswood Community Services.

VOLUNTEER AT RAVENSWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES (RCS)

RCS & Tuesday Pantry Volunteers

RCS is always on the lookout for new volunteers. If you've been thinking you might like to give volunteering with RCS a try, now would be a really great time. 



Click to Volunteer Hub! 

RCS is looking for volunteers to join 

the Tuesday Delivery Crew. 

Every Tuesday between 12:30-2pm volunteers unload A LOT OF FOOD from pallets on the sidewalk to the Parish Hall for distribution. You should feel comfortable lifting 30-50 lbs and going up and down stairs. Those interested should reach out to Parker at parker@ravenswoodcommunityservices.org.



The Diocese of Chicago Youth Advisory Council invites you to a

Youth Retreat Day, February 28: at Holy Nativity from 10 am - 4 pm

Repair in a Fractured World

What do K-Pop Demon Hunters, repair, and Lent have to do with each other? Join youth in grades 8-12 from around the diocese for a day of reflection, fun, and plotting to make the world a more just and loving place. Registration link here.

Please let Rachel Snavely (rachel@holynativitych.org) or Kyle Oliver (koliver@episcopalchicago.org) know if you have any questions. Thanks for being an important part of the Diocese of Chicago family.

Blessings,

Rachel Snavely & Kyle Oliver, co-chairs, Youth Advisory Council

Waycross Camp and Conference Center Camp Creative Arts Camp

June 21–27

Creative Arts Camp is for campers who have completed 2nd–11th grade. It’s a classic summer camp experience with an added focus on the arts. Campers can expect: Traditional arts & crafts,

Music, Drama, Culinary arts, Archery, Canoeing, Hiking & ropes course, Swimming, and so much more!

During the same week, Waycross also hosts a Middle School Canoe Camp for those who want a more adventure-focused experience. For older youth (completed 9th–11th grade), there are leadership development opportunities through:

• Leaders in Community
• Leaders at Camp

These programs are fantastic for teens who are ready to grow their leadership skills, build confidence, and deepen their faith in community. Multiple churches are organizing and planning to send groups. Church of Our Saviour and St. John’s are exploring the possibility to rent a van or bus if there is enough interest.

If you’d like more information, or if you’d like to set up a Zoom to talk it through, I’d be happy to connect!

Grace and peace,

The Rev. Jess Elfring-Roberts

Deacon, Church of Our Saviour

jesselfring@gmail.com

Our next vestry meeting: March 17 at 7 pm in the Reading Room. Vestry meetings are open to the public. To see the most current Vestry Minutes click here.

8:00am

Altar Guild: Pam Palmentera

9:00am

Acolytes: Willem Kapteyn Dekkinga

Altar Guild: Nick Hatzis

Chalice: Mathew Sanders & Skip Yates

Intercessor: Skip Yates

Lectors: Reader 1) Paula Stevens-Contey; Reader 2) Douglas Matteson

Ushers: Michael Mattson

Vestry Announcement: Jane Schaefer

Coffee Hour: Tom Snyder

11:00am

Acolytes: Bruce Harris, Joshua Harris, & Jenni Masterson

Altar Guild: Jacob Farmer & Alexandra Sandin

Chalice: Rachel Jacobs & Liz Morris

Intercessor: Terry DeLisio

Lectors: Reader 1) Barbara Manley; Reader 2) John Williams

Ushers: Lorraine Langer & Ingrid Upchurch

Vestry Announcement: Josephine Koo

Sparkling Sunday: Every 2nd Sunday

Facebook Livestream Team at the 11:00am Service

Audio: Dylan Masterson

Camera: Josephine Koo

For those who suffer in mind, body, or spirit: especially for Jude Flores, Nancy Guthrie, Roberta, Kerry Roehr, Beverly, Chris Hancock, and for those whose hurt, burdens, and fears go unspoken.

For those on our long-term prayer list: especially for Trisha Diamond, Bob McCamant & family, Noel McGraw, Allen Masterson, Ruth, Sherry, Ron Lee, Robert Winslow, LouAnne Severson, Anna K., Neal, Steve Burns, Ashton Christy, Eugene Washington, Helen LoRusso, Peg Deppe, Nina Chinn, Jim Crandall, Lionel Edes, and Clara Maddox.

For those around the world: the people of Gaza and Israel, the people of Ukraine, and all affected by war; and our siblings in Cuernavaca, Mexico; and Renk, South Sudan.

For those who celebrate birthdays this week:

3/1 - Simon Crow, Sloan Hoffman, Dylan Masterson, Kevin Pease

3/2 - Isla Carlson, Olivia Fergus-Brummer, Betty Fraga

3/3 - Steven Fraga, Kirsten Hanson, Tobias Lohse

3/4 - Ruth Nagaro

3/6 - Aurelia Strauch

3/7 - Ben Elliff, Nova Tucker

For those who have died: especially for Rosa Maria Villalobos, wife of Martin, mother of parishioner Mario Santoyo, and of Adrian, George, Lluvia, and Rebecca. May her soul and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

If you'd like to have someone included in our community prayers:

www.allsaintschicago.org

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