"This teaching is difficult; who can accept it?" (John 6:60). Jesus' teaching about eating his flesh and drinking his blood isn't something we can figure out and accept on our own. The question of accepting Jesus' difficult teachings gets turned on its head. No one can accept it. The good news of Jesus is too radical, unsettling, and illogical for us to accept. Through the grace of God and the work of the Holy Spirit we are able to echo Peter's profession of faith: "You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and know that you are the Holy One of God" (John 6:68-69). Like Peter, we have come to believe-despite our doubts and weakness of faith-through the Spirit's work in the word.

Pam Liedtke Memorial - Tomorrow

Pam Liedtke's Memorial Service is at All Saints on Saturday, August 22nd at 3:00 pm.

Reminder

There will be one service next Sunday, August 30th at 9AM and will be usual worship service with your favorite hymns being incorporated.

Thank you!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I would like to express my sincere thanks to Dorothy Maus, Linda Pacheco, Sandi Johnson and Lorraine Crocker for keeping the office staffed when I was out last week on vacation.

- Donna

Death of Lynn Gustafson

Prayers of comfort for the family and friends of Lynn Gustafson who died on August 6th, especially for her sister Lorraine Crocker. Lynn's memorial service will be here at All Saints next Wednesday the 19th, at Noon. You can find a copy of her obituary here:

http://www.baker-gagnefuneralhomes.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3272595&fh_id=12957

The Summer of Bread Sermon Series: Jesus, Maslow, and Bread

August 23, 2015 - John 6:56-69 - Bread is Living Beyond Myself [Self-actualization]: Eat my flesh for eternal life. This is a difficult teaching; who can accept it? Does this bother you? Do you also wish to go away? Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life...

Sharing God's Blessings:

Are You Asking the Right Questions?

The questions are not: Are you a satisfactory steward? Or can you be guilt-tripped into giving more? The questions are: Are you generous like Jesus? Are you yearning to live a Christ-like life of abundant self-giving?

Rudy Krueger

Rudolph (Rudy) O. Krueger, 79, of Wolfeboro (NH), died peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on August 18, 2015.

Rudy was born in Wauwatosa, WI, on January 12, 1936 to Emilie (Roessler) and Paul Krueger. Rudy grew up in Milwaukee, WI and graduated from Boys Technical High School and the Milwaukee School of Engineering. During his youth, he enjoyed building and operating ham radios. Following his college graduation, Rudy joined the Navy and was assigned to the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Lake Champlain where he worked in radar until his honorable discharge in 1960.

He met his sweetheart, Barbara, while in the Navy and they were married for 55 years. They raised their four children in Tewksbury, MA before relocating to Wolfeboro, NH.

Rudy was an engineer at Honeywell Corporation in Brighton, Lawrence and Billerica, MA for many years. He was an active member of the British Car Club of NH, The MGT Register, the Lakes Region Photography Club and he regularly volunteered in the Wolfeboro community. He was a member of the Wolfeboro Historical Society and he helped to build the Historical Society's antique barn. He and his wife belonged to the Newcomer's Club of Wolfeboro. Rudy loved to tinker with and share his passion and knowledge for restoring old British cars. He will be remembered for his happy disposition and his patience, compassion, generosity, sense of humor, as well as his mechanical and engineering prowess.

Rudy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He leaves his wife, Barbara, of Wolfeboro; four children, son Eric Krueger and his wife, Tina, of Nashua, NH; daughter Janet and her husband Nathan Matsubara of Burlington, MA; son Kurt Krueger and his wife, Aimee, of Chelmsford, MA; and son, Karl Krueger and his wife, Judy, of Chester, NH. In addition, Rudy leaves 12 grandchildren whom he cherished and loved immensely, three dear brothers: Kurt, Richard and Dennis, and many much loved nieces and nephews. Rudy was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Paul and Walter.

Services:

Calling hours will be held from 3-6pm on Saturday, August 22, at the Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St, Burlington, MA. A memorial service will be held on Sunday August 23 at 1:00pm at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 242 Boston Rd, Chelmsford, MA. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Knudson Churchill Scholarship Trust, 8 Woodston Lane, Palm Coast, Florida 32164.

Music Corner

On Wednesday, August 12th, six ASEC parishioners (Ralph Simons, Dave Knox, Kit and John Peterson, Don and Sandy Johnson) joined me in an expedition to Methuen, Mass for the purpose of hearing and playing a 3-manual Johannus organ installed there - the Ecclesia D470 model. (www.johannus.com - this site is informative, and shows a video link to this very organ installed overseas).

We were greeted by Dick Pelland, the owner of Pelland Organ Co (maker/restorer of pipe organs), who is on the board of the Boston AGO (American Guild of Organists), and a certified factory rep for Johannus for over 10 years. His thorough explanations of this company and how it reproduces such authentic pipe organ sounds was illuminating. Most of us were amazed that a "dyed in the wool" pipe organ man was so "sold" and enthusiastic about these digital organs. He ably answered questions we had, and helped us understand how this organ could be "voiced" for our own sanctuary, if we pursue an installation.

Then we heard the "demo" pieces installed in the organ. As we sat in the sanctuary, listening to various settings of sound, all 7 of us were amazed that we were listening to a digital organ that sounded like an authentic pipe organ.

Kit Peterson and I had the joy of playing the organ at length, and beginning the "learning curve" of a new instrument and it's capabilities.

In other news, the 7 of us enjoyed a delicious dinner together at a local restaurant, after which some traveled home, and 4 of us continued on to an outstanding evening organ concert at the famed Methuen Memorial Music Hall, which houses a gargantuan pipe organ of over SIX THOUSAND pipes! Oh my. The setting alone was worth the small admission price; but the 21 year old world class organist, Monica Chausz, completely blew us away with her selections and virtuosity on the organ. We have HOPE for our musical future when we hear young people of this caliber, who perform around the world!

Kit, John, Ralph and Holly traveled home weary, but filled with joy at the wonderful aspects of the day together.

Soli Deo Gloria!

Holly

Save the Date: Dinner & Live Auction

DINNER AT THE LODGE is the name of the All Saints ECW Dinner and Auction being held at Camp William Lawrence on Friday, September 18th at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will consist of German fare - "Brats to Strudel" and it is a BYOB event. Cost is $35 per person. Parishioners are encouraged to invite family and friends. The event will not be advertised to the general public. Reservations needed by September 7th. A sign-up sheet will be on the board in the undercroft on Sunday or you may call Carolyn Sundquist at 544-2389 or (csundquist@roadrunner.com).

Donations of service-type items are needed for the Live Auction. These items would include items such as hosting a dinner, luncheon or afternoon tea, gardening/yardwork, use of a vacation home, 3-6 pies or cakes, portrait photography, boat ride, etc. We would like to have donations in place by September 1st. This event supports the ministries of the All Saints Episcopal Church Women. We thank everyone for their previous support and hope that you can join us for a fun evening.

Thank You!

Sandi Johnson and Sue Harding, Co-chairs

ECW Auction Item: Under the Tuscan Fun

Enjoy a four course gourmet dinner with wine for eight at the Petersen home in Wolfeboro scheduled on a mutually convenient date. Inspired by the cuisine of Tuscany, our Rector created his Under the Tuscan Fun menu for a New Hampshire Food Bank SERIOUSLY AMATEUR CHEF NIGHT benefit he presented in 2009.

SIPS

campari margarita - campari liqueur, grand marnier, lime juice

APPETIZERS

garlic shots - chilled garlic soup, ciabatta crostini

mushroom caps - baby bellas, roasted red peppers, saut�ed pancetta, pecorino romano

SALAD

panzanella salad - heirloom tomatoes, tuscan bread, red onions, fresh basil

ENTREE

caprese lasagna - grilled polenta, tomato, fresh mozzarella, portabella, fresh basil

balsamic caramelized vidalia onion

pork tuscana - roasted rosemary and garlic infused pork loin

saut�ed fennel, green beans, scallions, olives

FINALE

lim�ncello tiramisu - lemon liqueur, almond biscotti, lemon curd, mascarpone cheese

Blood Drive 9/12

All Saints' sponsors and hosts an American Red Cross blood drive annually. Saturday, September 12th is our date and volunteers are needed to greet donors, register donors, escort them to stations and staff the goodie table. If you are available for even an hour to help out, please contact the church office at 569-3453 or allsaints@metrocast.net. Thank you, Donna

Mum Sales

If you saw the huge and beautiful mums offered by the Eastern Lakes Region Housing Coalition the past two years, then you will want to order some for your own garden this Fall. These are New Hampshire grown and will be ready for pick up right here at All Saints' on the morning of Saturday, September 5. These gorgeous plants are the same price as last year and come in four beautiful Fall colors. Proceeds from the sale support the educational and advocacy programs of ELRHC. To order your plants, contact Carolyn Sundquist, Louise Graham, or Jane Milligan. Order forms are also available on the bulletin board in the undercroft. This year if you live in Wolfeboro or Tuftonboro, your mums can be delivered right to your door.

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. August's food is canned soup. Please place donations in the basket in the narthex. Thank you for all donations!

Caregivers of Southern Carroll County

Drivers needed. 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.

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

1:00 p.m. Women's Bible Study - Stevens Room

2:00 p.m. Farmer's Market - Chapel

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

Tuesday

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

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

Wednesday

1:30 p.m. Knitting Group - Stevens Room

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

7:00 p.m. TRACS Comm. Meeting - Library

Friday

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

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

Saturday

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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