October 14, 2018 - Proper 23
In Earnest
In every Search Process there comes a period when the Vestry and Search Committee are working extra hard putting in many hours. This is a labor of love, but it is also labor intensive. That’s where we are now. Extra prayers are needed as we are Preparing the Way for a new day in the life of All Saints. Please respect the confidential nature of what these two bodies are doing on your behalf and know that they are doing all they can to choose the right priest, a person of God’s own choosing.
 
I have been thinking a lot about how we can celebrate the day that gives our beloved parish its name. I have come to a somewhat different conclusion than what I shared last week. I apologize for the confusion I may have caused. I want to celebrate All Saints Day proper (Thursday, November 1) with a Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. It is at that service where we will read aloud the names of those saints who have died since last All Saints Day. Please call the office at (407) 647-3413 with names you wish to make sure we remember. We will sing the great hymns of All Saints, remembering, as Deacon Liz recently reminded a gathering, that it will get a “little crowded” as our voices “will be joined by Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven”. On All Saints Sunday, (November 4) you will have an opportunity to pray aloud for those dear friends and cherished family members whose names were read on November 1, or any other names you wish to remember. 
 
Now I know some will be happy with the timing of the service and some will find it difficult or impossible to attend. It tugs at my heart to know that I cannot please everyone in everything. I simply want us to celebrate all the saints with an All Saints Day service. I’d like to think you will support this if you can. A part of me wants to offer a special incentive, like a special ribbon or medallion, but I’ll resist the gimmicks and appeal to your better side. Come if you can!
 
I am so thrilled to repeat my Sunday announcement about the deficit reduction effort. We have received a $10,000 challenge gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. Since that announcement we have received additional gifts totaling $3,000, bringing our total to $66,400. Want to compete for the honor of giving that last gift to bring us to $70,000 and beyond? Thanks to those who have given to this campaign, Preparing the Way  for our next Rector!  We have so many deeply committed parishioners, for which I give thanks.
 
October is the month for thinking about stewardship (not that the topic is ever far from our everyday lives.) It is imperative that we enter the new year with zero deficit and with adequate funding for the new year.  Your stewardship committee has been working hard to drive this message home and you have been seeing signs of their work. Let me set out these basic parameters of what is yet to come:
  • We will hear briefly from members of the parish about the adventure in giving that they have known in their own lives.
  • On or soon after October 25, you will receive by mail a letter and a pledge card inviting you to pray about your financial commitment to All Saints for 2019.
  • On November 4, you will be asked to return your pledge card and lay it on the altar during our worship services.
This is not primarily a fund-raising activity, although we all know that raising money in support of our church is essential. But this is also much more than that. It is an act of worship. I will be thinking with you about that adventure in giving in my own life and in our married life. If I thought it was simply about finding the money to pay the electric bill and salaries I would hang it up! 
 
Our Blessing of the Animals went well. It is the only time I have done this when we had only dogs! Don’t know what that says about us! 😊 And don’t forget that on Sunday, October 21 we will honor all medical professionals. 
 
Finally, the Altar Guild needs help. This wonderful group of men and women make our worship services happen. They are a steady presence, mostly unseen, but so important to All Saints. For a variety of reasons, they are shorthanded right now. Would you consider becoming a member?  Please contact any one of the clergy or co-directors, Larry Standish (407) 793-4650 or Florence Smith (407) 619-3211 for more information. 
 
Lots to pray about. Lots to celebrate. Thank you for letting me be part of the journey.
 
Father Ernie
The theme for our stewardship campaign this year is...
Doing the Work of God
Journey to Generosity
Preparing the Way
Up, Up and Away
Raise Your Pledges High
Results from last week's Question of the Week
The first major section of the Eucharist (there are two major sections) is called
Newcomers Commission Meeting
Wednesday, October 17: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Mary Martha Parlor
Our Newcomers Commission will meet to plan events and to brainstorm ways to meet and greet our new and prospective members.
Coffee Shoppe Grand Opening
Tuesday, October 16: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Winderweedle Classroom
After much planning, organizing and updating, the Winderweedle classroom is ready to welcome Rollins and other students. They will be served coffee, tea and water. Our young adults group, Connections, has made this possible. Please help spread the word to any college students who may need a safe, quiet place to study. The Student Coffee Shoppe will be open Sunday - Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Middle School Retreat
Friday - Sunday, October 19-21
Camp Wingman
This diocesan retreat, New Beginnings, designed for our middle schoolers, has been an amazing way to connect with our broader faith community and our own faith within ourselves. The cost is $100 and sign-ups are due by this Friday, October 12th. If you plan to attend or want more information, contact Marah Oropeza at [email protected] . 
Cares Away Cookies
Saturday, October 20: 9:00 a.m.
Thomas Center
Our Cares Away Cookies ministry has a treat planned for our All Saints college students and those serving in the military. On  Saturday, October 20 , at 9:00 a.m., volunteers will pack and mail home-baked treats created by All Saints parishioners to our students and military personnel serving away from home. Your help is needed! To provide names and addresses of college students and loved ones in the military that would love to receive a care package please CLICK HERE
Annual Fall Festival
Thursday, October 25: 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
This is a fun way to celebrate the fall complete with carnival games and “Trunk or Treating” in the parking lot. This is a fun event with our preschool families as well as the church families of three-, four-, and five-year-old children. Look for more information about it in your Grace Place classroom. Join us from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the parking lot between the Thomas and Winderweedle centers. MORE DETAILS

FOOD ORDER FORMS must be turned in by October 15.

Youth volunteers are needed starting at 4:30 p.m. to help out and earn service hours. Let us know you will be there to help by texting or emailing Marah at [email protected] .
DOK
Tuesday, October 30: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chapel/Bride's Parlor
The St. Clare Chapter at All Saints meets monthly for prayers and Eucharist in the chapel at 10:00 a.m. followed by a book study in the Bride's Parlor at 10:30 a.m. The members maintain a prayer list of parishioners and friends who are in need of prayers for special concerns, including health, personal loss, military service, travel, and even thanksgiving. These names are prayed for daily by DOK members. For more information please contact Rafalar Lynch at  [email protected] .
All Saints Day Service
Thursday, November 1: 10:00 a.m.
Church
At this service we will read aloud the names of those saints who have died since the last All Saints Day. Please call the office at (407) 647-3413 with names you wish to make sure we remember. We will sing the great hymns of All Saints, remembering, as Deacon Liz recently reminded a gathering, that it will get a “little crowded” as our voices “will be joined by Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven”. 
Fall Adult Forum Series
Sundays: 10:15 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Parish Hall
Join the clergy as they discuss "Worship in the Episcopal Church." What we do in our church, why we do it, and what does it mean?

Hear previous forums HERE
Centering Prayer
Mondays: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Wednesdays:
6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Chapel
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Brides Parlor
Join us for an intimate time with God. We meet twice a week. Perhaps you would like to join us? Click HERE to read more about our ministry.
Men's Bible Study
Tuesdays: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Mary Martha Parlor
Join our Men's Bible Study group each Tuesday morning in the M ary Martha Parlor for discussion, fellowship, and coffee. If you would like more information, contact Larry Standish at (407) 291-8608.
Wednesday Night
Women's Bible Study
Wednesdays : 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Home of Lynn Ivanek
The Wednesday evening Women's Bible Study meets weekly through November 14 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.. The book study is Psalm 23, The Shepherd With Me by Jennifer Rothschild. The workbook is $12.99 and can be purchased online. There is an eBook option, available for immediate download. For more information contact Lynn Ivanek at [email protected].
Thursday Morning
Women's Bible Study
Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bride's Parlor
Join us as we study Adam Hamilton's Creed . Come out to explore what Christians believe and why. This group of ladies varies in age and is always warm and welcoming. For more information contact Carole Rohr at [email protected] .
Thursday Night Bible Study
Thursdays: 7:00 p.m.
Home of Miles McDonald
This group is currently studying Unity . Please join us if you would like to learn more a bout this group. Everyone is welcome.
Sundays Music
The Canterbury Choir will sing Bless the Lord, O My Soul  by Jane Marshall at the 9:00 a.m. service. The St. Gregory Choir will sing I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes  by Leo Sowerby and Purest and Highest  by Charles Villiers Stanford at the 11:15 a.m. service.


ANTHEM STORY - I WILL LIFT UP MINE EYES
Leo Sowerby’s extraordinary talents as an organist and composer are on full display in this Sunday’s choir anthem, “I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes.” An early work, this moving setting of Psalm 121 is a tiny sliver from Sowerby’s output of nearly 500 pieces for choir, organ, harp, piano, orchestra and jazz band. A leading light of Anglican music in America, Sowerby (1895-1968) is best known as organist/choirmaster at St. James Cathedral in Chicago (1927-1962). After retiring, he was called to the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., as founding director of the College of Church Musicians. He is buried at the cathedral.
--Stacy Deibler


RSCM Children's Choirs
Tuesdays: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Winderweedle Auditorium


RSCM Cantorum Choir
Wednesdays: 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Winderweedle Auditorium

Coventry Choir
ASYM Sunday School
Sundays: 10:15 a.m.
Youth Room
Will not meet Sundays October 14 and 21

ASYM Sunday Evenings
Sundays:  5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Youth Room, Thomas Center 204
Will not meet Sunday, October 14

ASYM Bible Study
Wednesdays: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Youth Room, Thomas Center 204
Will not meet Wednesday, October 31

Alleluia Chapel
Sundays: During the 9:00 a.m. Service
Alleluia Chapel

Grace Place
Sundays: 10:15 a.m.
Cotten Education Center

In Grace Place this fall the children are studying Lessons from the Parables. Join us at 10:15 a.m.
Alleluia Chapel
Love Wins Weekend
Saturday, October 13: 8:30 a.m.
Thomas Center
Sunday, October 14: Following the morning services
Breezeway near the Cotten Education Center
Please arrive at the Thomas Center at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday to pack food boxes and/or stay after the Sunday morning worship services to pick up a food box or two along with necessary information to deliver to local Winter Park-area families. 
Coalition for the Homeless
Tuesday, October 16: 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Thomas Center Kitchen
All Saints volunteers will prepare and serve a hot meal to residents of the Coalition for the Homeless. Bring a cap to cover your head while serving in the kitchen and meet us at 5:15 p.m. at the doors of the Thomas Center to load prepared meal into cars. We usually return by 6:30 p.m.




Healing Service
Tu esdays: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Church
Please join us this Tuesday for Evensong, Eucharist, Anointing of Healing, and Individual Prayer. See you at 6:00 p.m.!


Healing Ministry
Noon Hour of Devotion and Prayer
Tuesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Glennon House



Healing Ministry Prayer Lines
If you are in need of specific prayer, please contact us via email or phone. Simply give us your first name, last initial, and a brief description of your need. Your request will be prayed for daily by each member of our prayer group, The Daughters of the King (DOK), for one month. We can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (407) 599-4325.

Fellowship Fridays
Friday, October 12 and 19: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Bride's Parlor
Fellowship Fridays is a super casual morning gathering at All Saints School. We meet on 7 Fridays throughout the Fall — talking, laughing, connecting, and building fellowship, friendships, and faith along the way. Join us this Fall as we read and discuss Present Over Perfect . Click HERE for more information or contact Julia Stewart at  [email protected] or (407) 310-4694. All moms with school age children are welcome.
Parent Education Night
Thursday, October 18: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
All Saints School will be hosting A Roadmap for Wellness and Anxiety Relief for Ourselves and Our Children presented by Flora M. Torra, Ed.S., Lic School Psychologist, Sandplay Practioner and Somatic Therapist. Dr. Torra will discuss anxiety in children and how adults can assist them in dealing with the anxiety. Parish members are encouraged to join us.
Gift Shoppe
Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sundays: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Gift Shoppe
Come in and see what's new in the shoppe. We are open Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and Sundays from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. V isit us on Instagram and Facebook to see fabulous new gift ideas, jewelry, and home decor.