Hallelujah...the Bible and Handel's Messiah, a course that will be led by Ted and Gina will start of Tuesday (4:00 - 5:30 pm), January 28th in the Library. Hallelujah explores the scriptural texts of Handel's Messiah from Advent into Easter. Each week we will look at a section of the oratorio score and the scripture passage it quotes. We will discuss the historical context of it, talk about the way the music enhances the interpretation of it and share our own reflections. It is recommended that all participants purchase the book, Hallelujah...the Bible and Handel's Messiah by Carol Bechtel. If you would like a copy of the book and participate in this class, please contact the church office at 569-3453 or allsaints@metrocast.net.

Easter Sunday Worship Times

Ted would like the parish's thoughts on the time for the 2nd Easter Service for All Saints. Since we are now sharing our building with the 1st Congregational Church, they will be holding a 9 am service. Our usual 8 am service will be held at 7:30 am and our later service will either be held at 10:30 am or 11:00 am, whichever the congregation prefers. Parking and allowing the 1st Congregational church enough time for their service are concerns. Please speak to Ted or contact the office to let us know which time will work best.

Valetine Victorian Tea

Our preschool will be holding the annual Victorian Valentine Tea on Saturday 2/8/14 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10. Tea sandwiches and sweets. Fresh flower bouquet making and Valentine crafts. Door prizes and raffles. We are also looking for volunteers to help in the kitchen, to serve and to run the dishwasher. Please contact the church office for tickets and information. Thank you.

Clearlakes Chorale Fruit Sale

Dear Friends,

It's that time of year again when the Clearlakes Chorale has it's Annual Fruit Sale Fund Raiser. We have the same source from Florida as in previous years- Langdon Barber Groves. They ship directly to us so the fruit has always been fresh and of high quality.

Your choices are as follows:

California Navel Oranges

Small Box 20-40 pieces $25.00

Large Box 40-80 pieces $42.00

Red Grapefruit

1/4 Bushel 10-12 pieces $15.00

Small Box 16- 24 pieces $19.00

Large Box 32-48 pieces $32.00

Citrus Sampler

Special Box 24 Navels, 12 Red Grapefruit $35.00

Junior Citrus Sampler

Special Box 12 Navels, 6 Red Grapefruit $20.00

Tangerines

Suitcase Box 20-40 pieces $20.00

Junior Fresh Trio

Special Box 6 Navels, 6 Red Grapefruit, 6 Pears $21.00

Simply Citrus

Suitcase Box 6 Navels, 6 Red Grapefruit, 6 Temples $18.00

Fresh Trio

Special Box 12 Navels, 12 red Grapefruit, 12 Pears $39.00

2-Ti-Fruiti

Special Box 10 Navels, 12 Tangerines $18.00

Temples

Small Box 28-62 pieces $21.00

The fruit will be available in late February/early March. I will deliver it or you can pick it up at our delivery site. I will contact you once we determine the exact date.

You can order through me by responding to this E- mail ( thwhite@roadrunner.com ) or by calling me at 544-3236 and indicating your choice and quantity. Checks made payable to Clearlakes Chorale Inc. or cash can be sent to me at:

Headley White Jr.

P.O. Box 470

Mirror lake, NH 03853

ECW (Episcopal Church Women) Annual Meeting

** Please note change of date **

The meeting is being held Wednesday, January 29th at 10:00 a.m. in the library.

Did you know that you are a member automatically if you are 1) a woman and 2) an Episcopalian? Our group, originally called the Women's Auxiliary to the Board of Missions, was started in 1871. We are not your "grandmother's organization" (though some are grandmothers). We are all ages, ethnic origins and socioeconomic backgrounds with the common denominator of the love of God and the wish to do His work. We aspire to be a "Godspark" shining and sharing the love of Christ.

Wow! And how do we do that? We fund raise creatively to support our Community Outreach and All Saints. This year we had a kitchen tour to replace our long lived "Holiday Fair." We work in concert with the Vestry in Church functions (as in the visit of the Bishop on Palm Sunday). We support the Life Ministries Food Pantry, Caregivers of Southern Carroll County, VNA Hospice, All Saints Pre-school, Families in Need, the Kingswood Youth Center, and many more. At our annual meeting in January we will assess our support for the coming year, plan our meetings and Election Day Bake Sale.

Please join us that morning. We would welcome your ideas and your company. Any questions, contact Prue Fitts (569-2426).

From the Music Corner

Each year beginning on February 1, an entire month of events are planned nationwide honoring the history and contributions of African Americans.

In keeping with the nationwide celebration of Black History month, some of the music offered in our All Saints worship services in February will reflect the black gospel style of composition, and a few well-known favorites written and sung by our African American brothers and sisters. Listen for special instrumental renditions of "Amazing Grace", "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot", Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus", and a choral medley that includes "He's Got The Whole World In His Hands".

Also be alert to some quotes and poems that may appear in our bulletins and e-news. These reminders keep our awareness fresh to the journeys and struggles of others as they seek justice and equality in their earthly lives and communities.

The following basic information was gleaned from the internet (google Black History month), and is well worth reading.

Joy in the journey!

Holly Simons, Minister of Music

"The theme for Black History Month in 2014 is " Civil Rights in America" chronicling the important milestones by African-Americans and others in the battle for civil rights and equal treatment under the law. One hundred fifty years ago, on January 1, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation set the United States on the path of ending slavery. A century later, on August 27, 1963, hundreds of thousands of Americans, blacks and whites, joined the March on Washington to the memorial of Abraham Lincoln, the author of the Emancipation Proclamation, in pursuit of the ideal of equality of citizenship. It was also on this occasion that Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous speech, "I Have a Dream".

All about Black History Month

Black History Month began in 1926 as part of an initiative by writer and educator Dr. Carter G. Woodson who launched Negro History Week in 1926. Woodson proclaimed that Negro History Week should always occur in the second week of February-between the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Since 1976, every American president has proclaimed February as Black History Month. Today, other countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom also devote an entire month to celebrating black history. The Web is a great place to find out more about that history - in poetry, literature, the arts, sciences, sports and entertainment - making Black History Month a time of fun, celebration, and learning."

Food Pantry Needs

Thank you for remembering Life Ministries Food Pantry. We welcome donations of non-perishable items. Please place them in the basket in the narthex. Other items needed are supplies for babies and mothers (diapers size 3-5, wipes, toothbrushes/paste, personal hygiene items, shampoo and clothing for children).

Activity Schedule for the Week

Sunday

2:00 p.m. AA Meeting

6:00 p.m. AA Meeting

Mon.- Fri.

7:30 a.m. AA Meeting

9-12 Preschool

Monday

1:00 p.m. Senior Bridge

7:00 p.m. Al-Anon - Library

7:00 p.m. Photo Club

8:00 p.m. AA Mtg. - Steven Room

Mon. & Thurs.

3:00 p.m. All Saints Strength Training Group

Tues. & Fri.

7:45 a.m. Step Aerobics

Tuesday

6:30 a.m. Women's Worship

8:00 a.m. ECW Bake Sale

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club

5:00 p.m. Weight Watchers

Wednesday

9:45 - Friends of Music - Library

1:00 p.m. Knitting Club

6:00 p.m. Table Tennis

7:30 a.m. Women's Only AA - Chapel

Thursday

7:30 a.m. Men's Bible Study

10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

10-3 Lord & Tailor

5:00 p.m. Dinner Bell

6:30 p.m. AMTP

Fri. & Sat.

8:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous

Saturday

10-1:00 Lord & Tailor Shop

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting

8:00 p.m AA Meeting

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