Again and again throughout biblical history, God is partial to caring for the poor, the weak, and the outcast. Which is why, perhaps, Jesus' response to the Syrophoenician woman takes us by surprise: "Let the children be fed first, for it is not fair to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs" (Mark 7:27).

The Syrophoenician woman acts in faith. She engages Jesus with what she believes to be true about him: that through him God's mercy will extend even to her. Despite the distinctions that separate them (including race, gender, and religion), she believes Jesus is a Savior who has the power to heal all people and that she, although not a Jew, is a member of the household of God.

The second reading, from James, reminds hearers then and now that the Christian community's actions are to be shaped by God's partiality. God has chosen the poor to be rich in faith. While the world values the rich, the poor are God's own treasure, made honored guests and royal heirs through baptism. The community is called to a partiality based on God's values, not the world's.

The waters of baptism wash away all distinctions. Like streams breaking forth in the desert, these waters surprise us with mercy in unexpected places. These waters open our eyes, unstop our ears, and loose our tongues to see, hear, and speak God's partiality for the poor, the weak, and the outcast. Baptized into Christ's death and resurrection, the Spirit fills us with faith-a faith active in showing mercy that knows no limits.

Around the table, rich and poor, haughty and humble, all who gather receive a feast fit for the family of God. All are honored and all are fed, because the Lord is the maker of them all.

Blessings+

Bill

Dave Knox

Beloved parishioner, vestry member, columbarium keeper and choir member Dave Knox is being cared for at Healthsouth in Concord and prayers are requested for him. He is not ready for visitors but cards and notes are welcome to be sent to him at P O Box 102, Wolfeboro, 03894. Thank you.

Public Meetings about Mountain View

Friends,

Today at 2:15 the sub-committee on the nursing home (Mountain View and the old nursing home issues) will be held at the Mountain View conference room on the main floor to the right. The overall delegates meeting will be held on Wednesday 9 September currently @ 10:00 AM. Location not decided yet. If you have any questions, please contact me.

Robert Pierpont

flyfisherman.robert@gmail.com

End Racism Sunday, September 6, 2015

Our brothers and sisters in the African Methodist Episcopal Church have called all Christians to participate in a "Confession, Repentance and Commitment to End Racism" Sunday, to be observed on Sept. 6th. Their ecumenical partners in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the National Council of Churches and Churches Uniting in Christ, among others, in recognizing this moment to come together as God's children will mark the day as well.

Animate! Faith

Pastor Bill will join Pastor Gina Finocchiaro from First Congregational Church Wolfeboro to co-lead an adult study series this fall, on Tuesday afternoons from 4-5:30pm. This series features short DVD presentations by current day scholars on the topics: God, Religion, Jesus, Salvation, Cross, Bible, Church, and then discussion to follow. We will meet in the gathering space at FCCW on Tues, 10/6, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/17, and 11/24. Please sign-up with Krista (kristafccw@gmail.com/569-1555), and order your workbook ($13/ea). All are welcome, please join us!

All Saints Preschool needs Directors

The Board of Directors for our preschool is in need of two directors. If you have an interest in serving on this board, please contact Linda Pacheco at 515-1088.

ECW Corporate Communion

Wednesday, September 9th at 9 am will be the first meeting of the fall for the Episcopal Church Women group and all ladies are invited to attend. This day there will be communion and the meeting to follow. If you have any questions, please contact Sandi Johnson at 569-3337. Thank you.

Reminder to Bible Study Attendees

Beginning in September, the class will switch from Wednesdays to Thursdays.

Sharing God's Blessings:

What is the Truth?

The truth is this. We were created in the image of a self-giving God. God didn't need us, but our very creation-the creation of all things-was an act of overflowing generosity. We don't deserve anything. The fact that we have a single moment of life, the fact that we have breath, and food, and families, is because God is generous. And God is so extravagantly generous that he not only gives us being and sustains us in being, not only gives us lives and homes and families and jobs, but even gave us himself in Jesus Christ, and gave us salvation on the cross and new life in the empty tomb.

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).

Thank You!

Sandi Johnson and Sue Harding, Co-chairs

THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION ITEMS

Reminder: Payment for 'Dinner at the Lodge' is requested by September 11th. Please make checks out to: All Saint's ECW and leave in the office for Carolyn Sundquist or give to Sue Harding or Sandi Johnson. Thank to all who have signed up for this fun event.

From the Music Corner

Two items of note this week:

1) What a wonderful Hymn Sunday we shared last week! THANK YOU to all who submitted their favorite hymns, and for "raising the rafters" by singing WELL throughout our entire service! (We were definitely "praying twice"! :0) We now have a database of your selections, and I'm hopeful we can, and will, do this type of service again.

2) On a personal note, I'm grateful for the opportunity to introduce you to our daughter and her husband this coming Sunday, September 6th. Please welcome Rachel (Simons) and Vitali Dyachenko as they greet us and share a bit about their mission work in Eastern Europe. They serve in the country of Moldova with the mission Word Made Flesh, working among children of the poor and marginalized in the capital of Chisinau (Keesh-ee-now). They are Stateside for a few weeks, and thankful for an opportunity to greet our parish and share a bit of their mission and work. They will have a table in both coffee hours, where you may greet them, learn about their ministry, and offer donations for lovely cards made by the children, which go directly to support the onsite work. The website www.wordmadeflesh.org helps you grasp the vision of these communities being the "hands and feet of Jesus" among the poorest of the poor, in countries like Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Sierra Leone, India, Romania, Moldova and most recently Los Angeles, California.

Blessings in your Labor Day weekend and the month of September!

Soli Deo Gloria!

Holly

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. The two shifts are 9:30 am - 12:30 pm and 1 greeter for each shift is needed, 1 escort is needed for each shift, 1 register volunteer is needed for 12:30-3:30 shift and 1 food table volunteer for each shift is needed. Please contact the church office at 569-3453 or allsaints@metrocast.net. Thank you, Donna

Susan Fuller's Climate Ride

I am once again riding in the Climate Ride, this year from Bar Harbor to Boston, Sept. 17-21. My reasons for riding are many including raising awareness of the critical issues facing the health of our planet, economy and communities; raising funds for Global Awareness, Local Action, our local sustainability organization; and love of being active out-of-doors. In addition to raising money and awareness, I will be engaging with others in similar work and helping to build a national network of supporters.

So many of you supported me last year that I was able to raise over $4000. This year I am asking for your support again to try to meet or exceed this goal. The easiest way to donate is to visit Climate Ride and hit the DONATE button. Search for my name and you will land on my fund raising page. All donations, no matter the size are much appreciated. If you would like to support me, it would be most helpful if you could donate before September 11 as I am somewhat behind on hitting my marks this year. Thank you again for all the ways you support this community. Sincerely, Susan Fuller Questions? Email me at sfuller5277@yahoo.com

Antique Barn Volunteers Needed

Connie O'Brien is looking for someone to staff the antique barn on Thursday, 9/17 from 10-5, Friday 9/18 from 10-5, Saturday 9/19 from 10-5 and Sunday 9/20 from 12-5 and Monday 9/21 from 10-5. Thanks. Donna

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. September's food is applesauce. 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

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

7:00 p.m. Photo Club

Tuesday

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

9:00 a.m. Preschool Opens for Fall - 3 yr. old class

10:00 a.m. Garden Club - Library and Parish Hall

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

Wednesday

9:00 a.m. Preschool Opens for Fall - 4 yrs. old class

9:00 a.m. ECW Corporate Communion - Library

10-2 Wolfeboro Senior Center and Meals - Parish Hall

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

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

3:00 p.m. Bible Study - Library

7:00 p.m. Bible Study - Chapel

7:00 p.m. Dist. 16 AA Meeting - Library

Friday

10-2 Wolfeboro Senior Center and Meals - Parish Hall

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

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

Saturday

10-1 Lord & Tailor - Outreach Center

10-3 Red Cross Blood Drive

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting - Library

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

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