Messages and information today are texted, tweeted, broadcast, e-mailed, phoned, lectured, announced, packaged, and repackaged. The means and avenues for communication are many. Yet when it comes to the person known as Jesus of Nazareth we are often left standing in the place of the Jewish people who gathered around Jesus at that portico (John 10:22-23). We long to know, Who are you, Jesus? and perhaps want to probe, What are you really about? Of course the qualification is for him to "tell us plainly" (John 10:24).

As the church we have grown accustomed to the idea of Jesus seeking out the lost sheep and bringing them safely home-of knowing the sheep intimately by name. Sunday's texts are rich in reframing who is searching for whom. Who is seeking after Jesus, and to what does that seeking lead? Still, will we be satisfied with any answer? The faith of Tabitha (Acts 9:36-42) and the miracle-working Peter (John 10:22-30), the vision of saints and mythical beasts (Revelation 7:9-17), and even Jesus' works point to one who is in and of God. Yet we wonder if it can't be spelled out for us more clearly.

In this season of proclaiming a Christ who breaks the powers of death and whose realm is one of glory, we open ourselves to questions of exactly who this Jesus is-and see answers coming to life in story, miracles, and testimony. Sunday is an opportunity for us in weakness and glory, in doubt and in faith, in simplicity and awe to seek and embrace the one who is already in our midst. [Sundays & Seasons, 2016]

Join us this "Good Shepherd Sunday" to ponder anew Jesus, the one who leads us and whose kindness and love will always be with us.

Easter Blessings+

Bill

New Organ Arrival

Thank-you to All the Saints' who generously supported our capital fund drive. On Thursday a major piece of that drive came to fruition when our new Johannus Organ arrived. Many All Sainters', under the leadership of our Jr. Warden Andy Milligan, and Pastor Bill, helped unpack and place the new organ in the alcove where it is being professionally installed. That process will take a few weeks.

By clicking on the web site found below, and then clicking on Start Slideshow you can watch a 4 minute slideshow with some short video clips that captures the exhilaration and sense of relief when our new organ was carefully placed on a special lift and raised over the rail and into the alcove from the floor of the sanctuary.

With love for our church,

Phil Wasmuth, Chair

Capital Campaign

Arrival of Johannus Organ at All Saints' Church: Our New Johannus Organ Arrives at All Saints' - Phil's Albums - Powered by Phanfare

Lord & Tailor Seasonal Swap

Phil Wasmuth captured some of the efforts of our Lord & Tailor team during the switch over to spring fashions!

Standing During Easter Tide Communion

While the distribution of Holy Communion at All Saints' has traditionally been done by gathering and kneeling as one is able at the communion rail, standing is the more ancient practice and is especially suitable for the Easter season. This year we will experience continuous communion, standing at a station on the floor by the baptismal font. You are invited to come forward and receive the bread from Pastor Bill and move to the side to receive the wine from a Eucharistic Minister. We stand to honor the resurrection (verses a more penitential kneeling) and to have a greater sense of the communion of saints that extends before us and follows after us. The communion continues and we are simply part of this open-handed cloud of witnesses receiving the life-giving bread of heaven and the grace-filled cup of salvation.

Families in Transition

On Wednesday, April 27, 7pm in our Parish Hall, there will be an informational meeting about a new facility here in Wolfeboro. Families in Transition (FIT) has been helping families in NH for 25 years. Here in Wolfeboro, the building will provide, on the 2nd and 3rd floor, housing for 7 family units, community kitchen, lounge and offices for counseling and services to help the residents. The Hope House, designed for short-term family housing, will be a temporary, safe and secure place for families, with 24/7 onsite staff and video surveillance. Private investment dollars have been provided to fund the project. The Vestry has been informed of the plans and have endorsed the project. Now is your opportunity to learn more about the details. Our meeting is open to all parishioners and other community members so if you have friends who would be interested, please pass the word.

As a church we hope to support this project through our time and talents as opportunities come available. The presentation will last about 1 hr with time afterwards to meet Maureen Beauregard, President of FIT, and other staff members. The new facility will be located at 16 Lehner St (Dr. Silva's office is on first floor).

Don Holm, Sr Warden

Bible Study: A Walk through the Acts of the Apostles

Bible Study began on Thursday, April 14th. Pastor Bill would like to invite all interested in participating in our Bible Study. It will be held each Thursday at 3:00 pm in the library. Please contact Pastor Bill to let him know if you are coming. Thanks!

Lay Leadership Institute May 6-7

Deadline to register April 15th

The Lay Leadership Institute is our annual opportunity to learn the basics of vestry life, how the Episcopal Church works in New Hampshire, or to explore our call to Lay Ministry in other and more advanced content. Past seminars have included a Wardens' Roundtable and seminars on Leadership in the Church; Expanding Communication; and Listening Skills. The Institute will again offer the threshold Basics Course, which is essential to lay leadership in the congregation. The Basic Course especially welcomes new and continuing vestry members. Those who have already taken the Basics Course will have a choice of four day-long seminars:

* Bishop Hirschfeld will lead an exploration of liturgy in a seminar of interest to all persons who worship in church but especially to those who participate in defined roles as eucharistic ministers, altar guild members, lectors, ushers, choristers, acolytes, crucifers.
* A seminar on learning the art of narrative will train participants in storytelling, a skill that helps us make sense of the life we live and offer that life to others. The seminar will be led by Laura Simoes, Missioner of Communication, and Judith Esmay, Canon for Lay Leadership.
* Presenters from Massachusetts Interfaith Power and Light will illuminate issues of sustainability and assist church leaders in the greening of church properties and practices. Their presentation will include information about calculating energy costs and sources of funding assistance.
* Our annual Wardens' Roundtable will focus this year on the conduct and potential of mutual minister reviews, in exercises led by Hannah Anderson, Canon to the Ordinary and seasoned guide to critically important mutual ministry reviews in many grateful congregations.

Deadline to register is April 15th, please contact the church office if interested in attending.

ECW Invites You to Lunch

Members of ECW (that's all the ladies of the church), Lord and Tailor volunteers, and members of the Altar Guild will be sharing lunch together on May 11. All ladies of the church are invited to join us. Lunch will be enjoyed at the Skylight Dinning Room at the Lakes Region Technical Center at 12;00 noon. Menu choices are listed on the bulletin board in the Undercroft. The sign-up sheet is posted with the menu. The cost is $10pp. Reservation deadline is May 3.

Call Jane Milligan (569-4330) if you have any questions.

Thanks to Phil Wasmuth for getting this great photo of those in attendance at the ECW meeting Wednesday, April 13th.

Outreach Luncheon 4/28

Next Outreach luncheon is Thursday, April 28th at noon. Volunteers are needed for setup, serving and cleanup. If you are able to help, please contact Sandi Johnson at 569-3337. Thank you.

Safe Church Training April 18th

The Episcopal Church of New Hampshire Lakes Region Convocation is holding a Safe Church at 5:30-8:30 pm on Monday, April 18th at St. Andrew's in the Valley in Tamworth. Please contact our Safe Church Minister Sandi Johnson or Parish Administrator Donna if you are interested in attending or have any questions.

Hops & Hymns @ Hobbs to beneift Starting Point, May 2

Join us for a fun, faith-filled Hops & Hymns @ Hobbs (HHH) on Monday, May 2 at 6:30 PM in the upstairs loft of Hobbs Tavern in West Ossipee to benefit our ministry partner Starting Point, a non-profit service provider for victims of domestic and sexual violence. The event features musician John Read of Cape Cod who leads hymn sings in bars and pubs across New England. This fun, appropriate for all ages and abilities event is a great way to end a Monday with food and fellowship.

All Saints' Wolfeboro is co-sponsoring HHH with Camp Calumet-Ossipee, First Christian Church-Freedom, Lutheran Church of the Nativity-North Conway, Moultonville United Methodist-Ossipee, The Madison Church-Madison, and St. Andrew's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church-Tamworth. Together, we invite you and your friends to sing hymns, laugh out loud, learn more about Starting Point, enjoy Hobbs' wonderful gathering spot, and meet new friends from across Carroll County. All are welcome!

Hospitality Team

After a year hiatus, I would like to regenerate the Hospitality Team for All Saints' Church. The mission of the group is open. We will work to promote the socialization of our community by offering a comfortable, welcoming environment for all. If you are interested in helping, please contact me. Anne Hunt annehuntpt@gmail.com or 569-5650.

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.

Life Ministries

We welcome any and all donations of non-perishable items. April's item is canned chicken. Please place donations in the basket in the narthex. Thank you for all donations!

Activity Schedule for the Week

Sunday

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

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

Mon/Wed

10 am - 2 pm Wolfeboro Senior Center and Meals - Parish Hall

Monday

1:00 p.m. Adult Bridge - Library

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

6:00 p.m. Preschool Open House - Preschool Wing

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

Tuesday

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

1:30 p.m. Scrabble Club - Library

4:00 p.m. Children's Center Meeting - Library

Wednesday

10:00 a.m. Worship Committee - Pastor's Office

1:30 p.m. Knitting Club

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

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop

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

3:00 p.m. ASSTG - Stevens Room

3:00 p.m. Bible Study - Library

5:00 p.m. Dinner Bell

6:30 p.m. AMTP - Chapel

Friday

10-4 Lord & Tailor Shop

12:00 p.m. Preschool Lunch - Kitchen & Parish Hall

1:00 p.m. Wolfeboro Senior Center Board Meeting - Library

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

Saturday

10-1 Lord & Tailor Shop

10:00 a.m. AA Meeting - Library

7:00 p.m. AMTP Barbershop Quartet Concert Fundraiser - Sanctuary

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

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