This Sunday we celebrate the Holy Trinity. When we say God is the triune God, we are saying something about who God is beyond, before, and after the universe: that there is community within God. Our experience of this is reflected in Paul's words Sunday in Romans 8:12-17 [Living by the Spirit]. When we pray to God as Jesus prayed to his Abba (an everyday, intimate parental address like Daddy), the Spirit prays within us, creating between us and God the same relationship Jesus has with the one who created us and sent him.

See you in worship!

Photo Directories are in!

Photo Directories are In! If you participated in the photo directory, please pick up your directory in the back of the church. Each directory has the parishioners name on it. If you were not able to participate, and wish to receive a directory, please write your name on the list on bulletin board in the parish hall and we will see that you have one reserved for you. We only received a small number of extra directories. If you have any questions, please contact Donna in the office. Thank you.

Please Do Not Feed the Animals

Recently we have had ant and mice problems in the kitchen area, please be sure to secure any food in plastic snap containers or in the refrigerator, do not leave open food, candy, boxes of crackers, etc. in any area, counter or closet. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Advent to Easter

by Phil Wasmuth

Last week's slideshow by Phil Wasmuth did not have an active link. Here it is again... functioning, we hope!

Advent thru Easter at All Saints': All Saints' from Christmas through Easter - Phil's Albums - Powered by Phanfare

Sharing God's Blessings:

Obey Responsibly

Glorify God as a faithful proclamation of God's word. We acknowledge our faith and show our faith in the gospel for the glory of God and for the building up of the body of Christ. This takes courage. It involves our life-long obedience, including the ways we treat our families, others, and ourselves.

"...you glorify God by your obedience to the confession of the gospel of Christ." 2 Corinthians 9:13

Discernment Help Wanted

Discernment is discovering God's will for us. This is an ongoing process that continues throughout our lives by:

*Listening for God's guidance by praying, meditating, and reading Holy Scripture.

*Looking for clues in our lives.

*Paying attention when others point out our gifts.

*Noticing which activities, accomplishments, and interactions bring us joy. "... the fruit of

the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." (Galatians 5:22-23)

*Being open to discovering potential gifts by trying something new...

Ministry Opportunities at All Saints'

Are you a faithful person? Do you know that we are in need of faithful leaders in our life together? Please contact the church office or Pastor Bill pastorbillpetersen@gmail.com if you feel a call to share your gifts in any of the following roles:

*Senior Warden (please pray for the vestry as we discern in the coming weeks)

*Eucharistic Minister (needed for 8:00 and 10:00 am worship)

*Lector readers (needed for 8:00 and 10:00 am worship)

*Ushers (needed for 10:00 am worship)

Are you a praying person? Do you know that there is a team of saints in our congregation that that connects with one another and shares prayer requests? If you would like to learn more, or participate, please contact the church office or Penny Meyer. hopefulpenny@gmail.com

Are you a mission minded person? Do you know that there is a mission fund at All Saints' to support ministry beyond our work together as a congregation? If you would like to learn more, or participate, please contact the church office, Susan Fuller sfuller5277@yahoo.com or Beth Smith bethsmith967@outlook.com.

Are you a development or fun-raising person? Do you know that there is a plan for a capital campaign to raise funds to reduce our energy use through conservation and solar panels, enhance worship with a new organ and sanctuary flooring, and expand our ability to serve the community by renovating the Stevens Room and complete building maintenance projects? If you would like to learn more, or participate on a team for the next few months, please contact the church office, our Junior Warden Andy Milligan handyandy@metrocast.net or Pastor Bill pastorbillpetersen@gmail.com.

Music for Life Recital

On WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17th at 6:45 PM the All Saints family is invited to join Holly Simons and the students of her "Music For Life" studio for an evening of sharing a variety of piano and vocal music. You will enjoy some of our own parishioners sharing their talents and the results of their ongoing musical studies. Light refreshments will be served in the library following the presentations. If you think you'd like to attend, please email Holly at holly.simons@gmail.com and let her know.

Summer Fair July 18

There will be a meeting of all the booth chairs at 9:15 am between services this Sunday, 5/31. We look forward to planning for this Summer's Fair! The undercroft will be set up after the 10:00 am service on Sunday, June 7th. Strong arms and willing workers are appreciated! Sorting of donated items will begin in earnest on Monday, June 8th. If possible, please wait to make donations until that time. Sign-up sheets for the booths have been posted on the bulletin board in the undercroft. If you are unable to attend or have any questions or suggestions, call Susie or Peter Walker (544-3199). As relative newcomers, we welcome your valuable input and assistance. Thank you.

Women's Bible Study

Women's Bible Study will begin on Monday, June 1st, at 1:00pm at All Saints' Episcopal Church in the Stevens Room. The topic-style study is entitled "Seasons Of Life", authored by Rev, Charles R. (Chuck) Swindoll. It is an all time favorite, with various Scriptures that we will discuss in class for our one hour session each week. If you have any friends, family or neighbor ladies who may be interested, please invite them to join us, ALL are welcome. No special church affiliation, background or advanced knowledge is necessary, this is an interesting, contemporary and fun study for anyone - it's just one beggar telling another where to find bread, The Bread of Life!

Thank you,

Joyce Lake

Volunteer Driver Needed

A mother from Wolfeboro is looking for a ride to Tilton each Saturday or Sunday from 1 pm until 3 pm. If anyone is willing to drive her there and back, please contact the church office.

ITO Ingathering May 31

All Saints invites all parishioners to bring in the contents of their "Blue Boxes" for the semi-annual Ingathering of the United Thank Offering, Sunday, May 31. These coins (or a check for the amount of the coins) represent Episcopalians' daily expressions of thanksgiving for their blessings. Many keep their Blue Box on the dresser and deposit coins into it at the end of the day. Each June, a church-wide UTO committee reviews applications and makes grants from the total funds collected. One recipient was an isolated parish in the South that needed a used van to transport youth to various church events. Years ago, our own parish received a grant to fund our first electric lift for worshippers and visitors with disabilities to access the sanctuary from the ground floor. These Ingatherings total close to $2 million each year and assist evangelism, hospitality and mission goals at home and abroad.

Life Ministries

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. May's food is dry spaghetti. Please place donations in the basket in the narthex. Thank you for all donations!

The Art of Last Things: Conversations and Resources for Living and Dying

From May 1st through June 16 we will be hosting an art exhibit and series of presentations titled The Art of Last Things: Conversations and Resources for Living and Dying Well. It will feature the work of internationally known fiber artist Deidre Scherer. During this time we will also be sponsoring a series of educational presentations by local professionals who will talk about Legal Issues, Financial Planning, Funeral and End-of-Life Rituals, Medical/Hospice and Palliative Care, and Grief and Bereavement, with a keynote address by Scherer on June 16.

The series of conversations will take place on Tuesdays May 26, June 2, 9, and 16 from 4-6pm in the sanctuary. We are looking for volunteers to be docents to host the art exhibit. Docents shifts will be Mon-Fri 9-12pm, Tues 12-4pm, Sat-Sun 1-4pm. To sign-up, or for more information contact Peggy Carlson (978) 835-4870, carlsonpeggy1@gmail.com.

Activity Schedule for the Week

Sunday

2:00 p.m. AA Meeting - Parish Hall

6:00 p.m. AA Meeting - Parish Hall

Monday

1:00 p.m. Adult Bridge - Library

3:00 p.m. All Saints Strength Training Group - Stevens Room

Tuesday

6:30 a.m. Women's Worship - Sanctuary

10:30 a.m. Knitting Club - Stevens Room

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

Wednesday

3:00 p.m. Bible Study - Library

7:00 p.m. Bible Study - Library

Thursday

7:30 a.m. Men's Bible Study - Parish Hall

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

3:00 p.m. All Saints Strength Training Group - Stevens Room

Friday

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

8:00 p.m. AA Meeting - Parish Hall

Saturday

5:00 a.m. AA Breakfast

10-1 Lord & Tailor - Outreach Center

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting - Library

8:00 p.m. AA Meeting - Parish Hall

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