At Wednesday Night Supper this week, Andy (our newest clergy member) invited us to take five deep breaths as we began our service. In the mountains of North Carolina, where some of us spent last weekend at Kanuga (scroll to the bottom to see a few photos), I didn’t have to be reminded to breathe deeply. By mid-week, the bustle already dislodged nature’s gracious rhythms, so accessible when we step away from the daily grind.
Autumn invites us to slow down. To notice colors changing. To let humidity refresh (rather than drain) us. To enjoy the chill in the air (finally, sweater weather!) as we walk outdoors a bit more often. The gifts of nature remind us of the precious connections we share and invite us to give thanks for our enjoyment of what our Prayer Book calls “this fragile Earth, our island home.”
Next Wednesday, October 16, please come share supper with us in Ellis Hall (any time after 5:30 p.m.). That night after our meal, a cohort of young adults will host a conversation with other saints in our community who are passionate about caring for God’s creation and living in ways that honor our planet and its diverse inhabitants. If you can, please join us in the Parish House, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in room P201 (around the corner from the restroom on the second floor).
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May these cooler days bless you with moments to breathe deeply and bask in God’s love for the whole creation,
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The Rev. Sarah Stewart
Associate Rector for Young Adults and Innovation
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This Sunday (and this weekend)
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Pride Weekend at All Saints’
Join us for one or more of these opportunities to worship, learn, support and serve with fellow saints:
- Integrity Atlanta’s 31st Annual Pride Eucharist
- Thursday, October 10, 7:30 p.m., in the church
- Young Adult Pride Outreach at the Atlanta Pride Festival
- Saturday, October 12, 12:00—3:00 p.m., Piedmont Park
- All Parish Forum: For the City: Becoming an Inclusive Church
- Sunday, October 13, 10:20—11:05 a.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
- Pride Brunch and Blessing of the Pride Parade Participants
- Sunday, October 13, 12:30 p.m., Ellis Hall, Parish House
- Participate in the Pride Parade with The Diocese of Atlanta
- Sunday, October 13, 1:15 p.m., Civic Center MARTA Station
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Click the link below to learn more about all of these events!
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Creation Care Conversation
Wednesday, October 16, 7:00—8:00 p.m.
P201, Parish House
Join the All Saints' Earth Stewards and fellow young adults for a lively conversation about practical ways we might engage our passion for tending and healing God’s creation. Feel free to come a little early to enjoy
Wednesday Night Supper
before.
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Saints on Tap
Thursday, October 17, 7:00—9:30 p.m.
Mezcalitos, Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta
Join us at Mezcalitos in Grant Park for fellowship and a new twist on classic Mexican cuisine. Neither Michael nor I will be able to make it to this month's Saints on Tap, but we hope anyone who wants to will still gather.
Michael has kindly offered to take RSVPs and reserve the seats ahead of time, so please email him at
michael.asmussen@gmail.com
ASAP if you'd like to attend.
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Young Adult Formation Series: In Faith
Sunday, October 20, 10:20—11:05 a.m.
Room P202, Parish House
On the third Sunday of each month, explore resources from our Christian tradition that can support us in our daily lives. Everyone is welcome, even if you haven't been to the first session!
Fall dates: September 15, October 20, November 17, and December 15.
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Volunteering with the Atlanta Community Food Bank
Sunday, October 20, 1:00—4:00 p.m.
Atlanta Community Food Bank, 732 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd, NW Atlanta, GA 30318
Join fellow young adults at the Atlanta Community Food Bank Product Rescue Center for an afternoon of service and fun, as we inspect, sort, and pack quality grocery donations for distribution to agencies across Georgia.
Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are required; sneakers or work boots are encouraged. Flips flops, sandals or heeled shoes are not allowed. Please wear comfortable clothing you won't mind getting wrinkled.
To attend, you must sign up through the Atlanta Community Food Bank, using the link below.
Feel free to invite your friends to join us too!
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For a few more events coming up later this month...
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A few of our young adults at Kanuga...
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Meeting Katharine Jefferts Schori, former presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church (and first woman elected to that role!)
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Braving the polar bear swim
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We publish this email newsletter every week or two to provide updates about what's coming up for young adults at All Saints', as well as parish-wide events that might interest you. If you do not wish to receive these updates, you can unsubscribe at any time (scroll to the bottom of the email). If you'd prefer to receive the parish-wide weekly newsletter instead (or in addition),
click here
and select the Main Parish-Wide Email List.
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For more information contact The Rev. Sarah Stewart
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