All Saints' e-News

Trusting in the promise of the resurrection, we remember Andrew and Jonathon Walpole in our prayers as they grieve the death of their mother Neda who died Tuesday. Pray for the Holy Spirit to comfort all in these days of need and loss, and help us to commend her to God's merciful care. A memorial service is planned for Saturday November 21st at 1:00 pm.

ECW Meeting

The next ECW meeting will be on Wednesday,November 18th at 9:30 in the library. All church women are invited. We will be discussing the 2016 calendar as well as other items. We look forward to seeing you there. Sandi Johnson

Outreach Luncheon

November's Outreach Luncheon is one week earlier this month due to Thanksgiving. It is being held at noon on Thursday, November 19th and help is needed with setup, serving and cleanup. If you are able to volunteer some time, please contact Marge Morris or Sandi Johnson. Thank you.

From Ron Locke

Thanks to all who came to my birthday celebration and greeted me at the church that day.

Betty Brown Art Exhibit

Our own Betty Brown has an art exhibit at the Kathryn Schultz Gallery and University Place Gallery in Cambridge, MA running from November 19th until January 5th. For more information please visit bettybrownfineart.com.

Lord and Tailor Silent Auction

A mink coat, in wonderful condition, that was recently donated to our shop will be auctioned off. The auction will be held from Thursday, November 5th through Friday November 20th. Sometime during shop hours (10 am until 3 pm) on Friday November 20th a non-Lord & Tailor volunteer will enter the shop ringing a bell signaling the end of the bidding process. Please come and see this lovely coat and Good Luck!

Hold the Date: Thanks for Giving

We will host our Wolfeboro Community Thanksgiving Service at All Saints' on Tuesday, November 24th at 7:00 pm. We will take a monetary offering for our local food pantries and ask that you bring new hats, gloves, mittens, socks and underwear for our local coat closets.

On Sunday, November 22nd, Louise Graham would like to invite you to bring pumpkins and/or squash with you to church to decorate the sanctuary for the Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service.

Bob Parker

Beloved parishioner and volunteer Bob Parker continues to gain strength at home in order to have future surgery on his gallbladder. Cards are always welcome and appreciated. His address is P O Box 1752, Wolfeboro, NH 03894.

Dave Knox

All Saints' Choir welcomes Dave to the 10 am service on Sunday Nov. 8th.

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Cards and notes continue to be welcome & appreciated!

Beloved parishioner, vestry member, columbarium keeper and choir member Dave Knox is being cared for at Mountainview and continued prayers are requested for him.

Mountain View Community
93 Water Village Road

Ossipee, NH 03864

John David Knox

From the Music Corner

SINGERS UNITE! The special season of Advent is quickly approaching, and lovely hymns and anthems are being planned. The choir would welcome a short-term commitment from those who love to offer worship through singing. Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM in the Stevens room. Let Holly know you are interested, and she will get back to you very soon.

holly.simons@gmail.com or 520 - 0615.

Leaf Clean Up Needed

We have had a request for someone to rake leaves at the home of a resident of Birch Hill, if interested please call Donna in the office.

ERD Gifts of Life

Episcopal Relief and Development "Gifts for Life" catalog is now available online for viewing and giving. Here is the link:

http://issuu.com/jsawler/docs/2015-gifts-for-life-catalog-general

Greeters, Ushers & Presenters Needed

We are still in need of greeters, ushers and presenters. If you are willing to take on something new, please speak to Pastor Bill or call the church office. You will not be doing this without being trained and someone shadowing you to show you the ropes.

Flower & Candle Sponsors

The forms are now in the narthex to sponsor flowers on the altar or children's chapel or sanctuary candle for memorials, thanksgivings, etc.

Animate! Faith

Pastor Bill will join Pastor Gina Finocchiaro from First Congregational Church Wolfeboro to co-lead an adult Series this fall, on Tuesday afternoon from 4-5:30 p.m. This series features short DVD presentation by current day scholars on the topics: God, Religion, Jesus, Salvation, Cross, Bible, Church, and then discussion to follow. The last two meetings will take place at the Congregational Church on Tuesday 11/17 and 11/24. Please sign up with Krista (kristafccw@gmail.com/569-1555) and order your workbook (#13 each). All are welcome, please join us!

Nooma (our bible study) will resume in December.

Life Ministries

All Saints features a food monthly that is in need for the Life Ministries Food Pantry. We welcome any and all donations of non-perishable items. November's food is canned baked beans. 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.

Coffee Hour

Dave Knox also enjoyed chatting with Jane Newcomb at coffee hour last Sunday. It was so wonderful to see you Dave!!

Activity Schedule for the Week

Sunday

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

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

Mon.-Fri.

9 am - Noon All Saints' Preschool

Mon/Wed/Fri

10-2 Wolfeboro Senior Center and Meals - Parish Hall

1:00 p.m. Adult Bridge - Library

Monday

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

7:00 p.m. Photo Club - Parish Hall

Tuesday

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

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

6:30 p.m. Newcomers Club - Parish Hall

Wednesday

9:30 a.m. ECW Meeting - Library

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

5:30 p.m. Table Tennis - Parish Hall

6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal - Stevens Room

Thursday

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

10-3 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

1:30 p.m. End 68 Hours of Hunger - Library

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

5:00 p.m. Dinner Bell - Parish Hall

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

Friday

10-3 Lord & Tailor Shop - Outreach Center

1:30 p.m. Wolfeboro Senior Center Board Meeting - Library

5:00 p.m. Children's Summer Theater Bingo Night - Parish Hall

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

Saturday

9-3 Prue Fitts & Group - Kitchen/Parish Hall

10-1 Lord & Tailor - Outreach Center

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting - Library

1:00 p.m. Neda Walpole Memorial Service

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

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