On Sunday we heard that Peter was the "rock" on which Christ builds the church (Matt. 16:18), but this week when Jesus reveals the suffering that will come first, Peter becomes a bit of a "block head" and "stumbling block." Good ol' Pete protests Jesus' suffering and death, assuming (and we know what happens when we do that) God has a different plan to save creation other than the cross. Jesus then tries to explain it to Peter (and disciples from those original twelve to you and me) that it is the cross that is the way to life-and that Jesus (and we too) must lose one's life in order to find it.

But you and I are like Peter, we like life just the way it is, thank you very much. And so evil and sin rear their ugly head working on us as we search for a way to avoid losing ourselves. To maintain our lifestyles, we seek self-satisfying, comfortable paths instead of surrendering everything ("our" selves, things and time) to Jesus, the one we follow. It is those very things we hoard and hold onto, instead of trusting our abundant God, that cause us to be "block heads" and "stumbling blocks" just like good ol' Pete.

Come worship on Sunday as we wrestle with our understanding of suffering, death and losing one's life versus the resurrection and new life that God promises when we take up the cross and follow him. God who becomes human in Jesus to experience our human brokenness and pain, loses his very own life for the sake of you, me and all creation. Come taste and see this Sunday...

Blessings+

Bill

Memorial Services

In sure and certain hope of the resurrection, we gather to remember and commend the following men to God at Al Saints':

Frank Jacob Joseph de Ramer

+ November 29, 1923-June 12, 2014

Memorial Service this Saturday, August 30th at 11:00 am

Frances M. (Tod) Blodget, Jr.

+ September 5, 1917-August 24, 2014

Memorial Service next Friday, September 5th at 3:00 pm

May God comfort all those who mourn.

Community Prayer Service for James Foley -

September 7th

Wolfeboro Area Clergy invite you to an ecumenical prayer service in memory of James Foley. We will gather to pray for his family and all who mourn on Sunday afternoon, September 7th at 2:00 pm at St. Katharine Drexel Church. In the meantime, All Saints is open for prayer days and evenings and Pastor Bill is available to meet and pray with individuals and groups as well.

Merciful Creator, your Holy Spirit intercedes for us even when we do not know how to pray. Send your Spirit now to comfort us in these days of need and loss, and help us to commend James to your merciful care; support us all the day long of this troubled life, until the shadows lengthen and the evening comes and the busy world is hushed, the fever of life is over, and our work is done. Then, in your mercy, grant us a safe lodging, and a holy rest, and peace at the last; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen

Faith Formation Opportunity

You and your family, friends and neighbors are invited to join us for: "We make the road by walking... a year-long quest for spiritual formation, reorientation, and activation" on Wednesdays at 3:00 pm or 7:00 pm starting September 10th. Bring your bible, materials will be handed-out and readings posted here weekly so you can follow if you miss a week (or go away for a month or more) as we gather in the Library. P.S. Don't forget to share the invitation, all are welcome (that means believers, doubters, questioners, and you)!

ECW Kitchen Tour 9/17

Tickets are available at the church office, Black's, Butternuts, and Varney Kitchens.

Attention Bakers

ECW will be holding a bake sale on election day, Tuesday, September 9th. Soup, sandwiches and goodies are needed for this important fundraiser. Please contact Martha Cross (569-9421) with any questions. You may drop off your goodies on Monday or Tuesday morning.

Bulletin Style Feedback

Pastor Bill is looking for feedback on the new bulletin style. Please email or call with any comments (569-3453).

Fundraiser for Eastern Lakes Region Housing Coalition

The Eastern Lakes Region Housing Coalition is once again selling Mums as a fundraiser. The plants are locally grown and were big and beautiful last year. If you purchase mums for your home and family and friends, please consider supporting this local non-profit organization. Order sheets are on the bulletin board

From the Music Corner

Here is the lovely dedication placque now firmly in place on our Kurzweil keyboard. How blessed we are!

Also, a contingency of 13 All Saint's folks helped to pack out First Congregational Church for the Inaugural Concert on their new Rodgers Infinity 243 organ this past Wednesday evening. To say Maestro Hector Olivera "blew us all away" in this concert is an understatement! Thursday morning, John Bybee of Rodgers/Steinert gave a tremendous organ demonstration for a dozen local organists/musicians, followed by lunch at the Downtown Grille, and a second visit to All Saints (Ralph, Holly and Kit P) for discussion of worship arts visioning, and an evaluation of our own Rodgers organ. It has been an inspiring week to be a music lover in Wolfeboro!

Soli Deo Gloria!

Holly

Save the Date(s)

Are you ready for your close up? (Don't worry. Not THAT close up!)

All Saints will be producing another photo directory of our parishioners and would like full participating from everyone. October 16, 17 and 18 will be the dates for picture taking. More information to follow.

Church School Resumes 9/14

Sunday, September 14th will be the first day of Church School with the traditional cookout following. Please spread the word to any repeat or new church school students.

Scooter For Sale

All Saints had a scooter donated to the summer fair. It is for sale and in the parish hall. We will be starting the bids at $750.00. The scooter is valued at $1500.00 is in excellent working condition and has new batteries. Please spread the word to anyone interested. If interested, please contact the church office. Thank you.

Blood Drive at All Saints 9/13

Our Red Cross annual Blood Drive will be held here at All Saints on Saturday, September 13th. Please plan on donating or volunteering to staff the drive. Sign up sheets will be up next week. Thank you for your interest.

Labor Day Observation

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 1st and Tuesday, September 2nd.

Caregivers Needs Drivers

Caregivers of Southern Carroll County is in need of drivers. This group is a non profit in town that provides rides for medical appointments to hospitals and doctors. You can choose how much or how little you wish to participate. You can also choose if you wish to stay local or drive longer distances. If you are interested, please contact Shirley Bentley at 569-3714.

Food Pantry Needs

All Saints is going to be featuring a food monthly that is in need for the Life Ministries Food Pantry. We welcome any and all donations of non-perishable items. August's food is canned chicken. Please place donations in the basket in the narthex. Thank you for all donations!

Bereavement Group

Rev. Gina Finnochiaro and James Miller from Central NH VNA & Hospice will be holding a bereavement group starting in late September on Thursday mornings at All Saints. Interested people can contact James Miller (569-2779) for more details. All are welcome, whether your loved one died in Hospice care or not.

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

Monday

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

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

Tuesday

6:30 a.m. Women's Worship

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

5:00 p.m. Weight Watchers - Parish Hall

Wednesday

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

Wed./Fri.

10-2 Wolfeboro Senior Center resumes for the fall

Thursday

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

5:00 p.m. Dinner Bell resumes

Thur/Fri

10-4 Lord & Tailor

Fri.

3:00 p.m. Tod Blodget service

Fri. & Sat.

8:00 p.m. AA

Saturday

10-1 Lord & Tailor

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting

8:00 p.m AA Meeting

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