Dear Friends

This week, I had the opportunity to attend a youth minister networking lunch hosted by the Diocese, and it was a wonderful experience. The focus of the lunch was to explore what leadership looks like within our church. When you think of a leader, who comes to mind? Did you think of yourself?

If not, that’s okay—many people don’t immediately see themselves as leaders. We often think, "That’s not for me," or "Someone else will handle it." But this mindset can limit us and prevent us from reaching our full potential. Leadership is for all of us—after all, many hands make light work.

God calls each of us to lead, regardless of age, experience, or position. Jesus was leading elders in the temple as a child. Leadership has no limits. It is not limited to a select few but is a calling for all who are willing to serve. When we step into leadership, we answer God's call to guide, support, and inspire others. Each of us has the capacity to lead, and if leadership is a practice, then anyone can engage in it. Some may be more effective than others, but everyone has the ability to lead—and everyone can improve. This inclusive approach to leadership not only empowers us but also uplifts those around us, giving purpose to our work.

This Sunday, we are blessed to have youth leading the 9:00 AM service. Come and witness how our youth lead with inclusion, love, and purpose.

Youth Events

Youth Sunday is coming 1/26, and we want YOU to be a part of it! This special service will take place on January 26th at 9 am, and it’s an exciting opportunity for you to take on a leadership role in our community. The first youth vestry will be commissioned, and it’s a great chance to support your peers and our community.

Youth Sunday is an opportunity to showcase our youth’s energy, passion, and ministry as you take on roles that are essential to the service’s success. There are many ways you can participate, and we want everyone to have a chance to be involved. Whether you’d like to read scripture, assist with communion, carry the elements (bread and wine), read a line in the Prayers of the People, or serve as an usher, we have a spot for you! Your participation will help lead the service and create an inspiring experience for everyone.

No matter what grade or age you are, you’re a minister, and this is our chance to show the church what we can do. Your presence matters, and we believe Youth Sunday wouldn’t be the same without you. Each of you has something special to offer, and we’re excited to see you step up as leaders in our community. Let’s make this Youth Sunday unforgettable!

Sign-up link for Youth Sunday

EYC DIOCESAN EVENTS

DYC Winter Camp

Happening 81

February 7-9 | Camp Mikell

This high school formation retreat is a longstanding rite of passage in the Diocese of Atlanta. Planned for students and by students, Happening is an experience that invites us into deeper faith. Once you ‘Happen,’ you’re connected to a community that spans The Episcopal Church and allows you to create the Happening experience for others at future retreats. Come see what all the fuss is about! Register by January 22. NOTE: These retreat dates have changed from Feb 14-16 to Feb 7-9. Cost is $150.

New Beginnings 49

February 28-March 2

Middle school is a unique time so we’ve designed New Beginnings, a retreat uniquely for middle school students! This is a Camp Mikell weekend where youth can learn more about who they are and who God is while enjoying games, activities, worship, skits, small groups, and hanging out. Cost is $150.

Merry Christmas

PARENT CORNER

Parents Needed for SNL Dinner!

It's that time again, SNL begins September 8th which means our parent meal sign-up is back! There is so much that goes into Sunday's in The Attic and one of the best ways that parents can help is by providing our meal during SNL. This can be anything from a homemade meal, take-out, or catering...whatever is easiest for you! This is usually for about 20-25 people.

Please take a look at the available dates and sign-up for a time that works best for you! Thank you so much for your dedication to our youth program, we couldn't do it without awesome parents like you!

SNL Fall Dinner Sign-Up

SNL Parent Volunteer

If you are a parent and are looking to be apart in youth ministry this year well I have exciting information to tell you. There are multiple ways for you to be apart of youth ministry here at All Saints'. Parents can be involved by providing dinner for SNL and Y'all Saints, being a chaperone for Outings, mission trips and pilgrimages, they can also be drivers for events and being a helper at SNL. If you are interested please sign up with this link and click on "2024-2025 Youth Registration

Parent Volunteer Sign-Up

MIDDLE SCHOOL CORNER

Be on the look out for exciting event details!

HIGH SCHOOL CORNER

High Schoolers join Y'all Saints' on Sunday Nights in the high school brand new high school room. Join us for tasty dinners, hilarious games and in-depth discussions.