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New Blog: "Our Episcopal Witness: Confirmation"
As a child growing up in the Episcopal Church, I couldn't wait to be confirmed. In those days Confirmation signaled not only strength received from the Holy Spirit by the laying on of hands by the Bishop, but also first communion. My Sunday School friends and I thought we were making a grand entrance into the adult life of the church. Click here to read more.
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Ministry Spotlight: Outreach Committee
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Susan Evans, chairperson and longtime member of the Outreach Committee at All Saints, shares her experience serving this ministry.
How long have you been a member of Outreach?
I've been a member of the Outreach Committee for five years. I'm beginning my third year as chair this year.
What drew you to serve this ministry? A former Associate at All Saints, Liz Hendricks, approached me years ago about exploring this ministry. Liz had a strong commitment that an outreach program is not a bank, and our hands much follow our money. I share in that passion to become personally involved in the projects and programs to which we grant funding - if it is geographically possible.
What has this ministry meant to you? Serving our community and world through the All Saints Outreach Committee, I've received the blessing of getting to know and developing relationships with people I would not have necessarily had the opportunity to know otherwise. I absolutely love seeing the faces of children who have experiences they would not have had without our support. I get to witness God's grace upon children who have learned to swim because we supported their swimming lessons, families who were able to move from deteriorating trailers into clean, safe apartments, and children who felt safe and loved in their after-school programs in Carpinteria.
How can someone get involved in Outreach here at All Saints? There are many ways to serve, especially in hands-on ministry including feeding ministries or at Cleveland school. There is truly something for every interest and schedule. I'd be happy to talk with anyone about getting involved and help connect them with any of the programs we support. Simply email me. The Outreach Committee meetings are open and are another great way for anyone to learn more.
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Confirmation Classes Begin;
Enrollment Open Through Jan 14
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 Last week, fourteen parishioners
gathered together in fellowship
to began their faith journeys to
confirmation, reception, and
reaffirmation of their Baptismal Vows.
As our friends prepare for this sacred affirmation of faith, please keep them in your prayers. The class will meet again on Wednesday, Jan 14 in the Parish House from 7:15-8:45 p.m. If you were unable to attend the first class, please join us on Wednesday. People over 16 years old who have been baptized are welcome to participate. (At least four of the six classes must be completed, so the next class is the deadline to join.)contact the Rev. Vicki. |
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Wise Women This Sunday - Everyone Invited!
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Wise Women (and men) will meet today after the 10 a.m. service in the Parish Hall with a delicious lunch prepared by Linda Chapman for only $5. We will still hear a TED Talk, but our topic has changed. We will hear "The Power of Vulnerability" by Bren� Brown. Bren� has spent the past ten years studying vulnerability, courage, authenticity, and shame. How do we learn to embrace our vulnerabilities and imperfections so that we can engage in our lives from a place of authenticity and worthiness? Barb Toumayan will lead us in discussion after this TED Talk. Everyone is welcome!
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Photo of the Week
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Meet Shepard Thomas Sigler!
Nathan and Leslie welcomed their sweet baby boy
on January 3, 2015.
The new parents say, "We are over the moon in love."
Congratulations, Nathan and Leslie!
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Save the Date:
Rectory Blessing & Reception Feb 14
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The Eyer-Delevett family invites everyone, adults and children, to a house blessing and reception at the rectory on Saturday, February 14 from 1-4 p.m. More details in the coming weeks!
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New Church Directory Coming Soon!
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The 2015 church directory is finally complete! Printed copies will be available, one for each family, starting Sunday, January 18 for a suggested donation of $10. You can pick up your copy on the patio after church services or at the Church Office during the week.
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New Art Exhibit in Church Office:
Anniversary of Invasion of Normandy
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 Have you seen the new photography exhibit in the office? Over 40,000 Allied soldiers and more than 200,000 Axis soldiers died on D-Day and during the Battle for Normandy. A new exhibit in the Church Office features photography by Fred Allen, taken at the 70th Anniversary of the invasion of Normandy. Pictured are Dwight David Eisenhower II, grandson of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower, his wife Julie Nixon Eisenhower, daughter of President Richard M. Nixon, and Celia Sandys, granddaughter of Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill. |
Sign Up Now: "Behind the Scenes" Sanctuary Tours, Update on Readiness & Preservation Project
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Reserve your space now for sanctuary tours offered on two Sundays per month after the 8 and 10 a.m. services and once per month before Eventide. The first tours begin in January and will continue through May or until everyone who wants to participate has been able to sign up.
Tour group sizes are limited so that everyone can receive a full update on the progress of our Sanctuary Preservation and Readiness Project and will last for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Sign up for your preferred date/time at the Information Table on the patio after church or email your preference . 
Tours are currently scheduled for the following: (you must sign up for a specific date and time and you will receive a confirmation email)
- Wednesday, January 21 at 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, January 25 at 9:10 a.m.
- Sunday, January 25 at 11:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, February 18 at 5:00 p.m.
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ASBTS Book Club Meets Monday
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T he All Saints Book Club meets again on Monday, Jan. 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish House. This month's selection is The Gospel of Luke, one of the books of the New Testament. Please join us! This book was chosen by the group for its appropriate and encompassing narrative of the birth of Jesus during this time of Advent and Christmas, and God's intention for his life. The evening will include a potluck dinner, fellowship, and book discussion. Please contact Rev. Vicki if you have any questions.
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From the All Saints Archives
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The reredos, the decorated piece behind the altar, is pictured here in 1928. The reredos was commissioned and donated to All Saints by Miss Amy duPont in 1927. The cost was approximately $4,000.
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An Invitation to Serve This Sunday:
Transition House
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This Sunday is All Saints' night at Transition House. Everyone is welcome and many hands are needed. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. and volunteers are need to prepare the meal and to serve it. Transition House is located at 425 E. Ortega Street. Please visit the Information Table on the patio after service if you will help or are interested in learning more about this ministry. Contact: Pat Murdy or David Boyd.
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Friendship Center 16th Annual Festival of Hearts
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Please join us for Friendship Center's 16th Annual Festival of Hearts
Mardi Gras Magic!
Saturday, February 7, 2015
11:30 to 2:30 pm
The Fess Parker
Reagan Room, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
- Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! Enjoy a delicious lunch with local wines amid the elegance of the Fess Parker... festive Mardi Gras attire welcome!
- Silent Auction: Unique & Magical Heart-Art by Jeff Bridges, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Rod Lathim, and other local artists and celebrities
- Live Auction: Vacation getaways, wine tasting, and more...
- Party Favors: Choose from beautiful hand-decorated papier-m�ch� hearts by local art students
All proceeds from the event support our H.E.A.R.T. (Help Elders At Risk Today) Program, subsidizing the cost of adult day services
for low-income aging and dependent adults and their families.
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Annual Meeting Set for Sunday, February 8
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All Saints' Annual Meeting is planned for Sunday, February 8. As in
previous years, we will have one combined worship service, at 9:00 a.m. to accommodate the annual meeting. We will then have a special coffee hour. The Annual Meeting is a wonderful chance to reflect on all the great work done at All Saints in the past year. We'll hear from Rev. Aimee, the Treasurer and Budget & Finance Committee on our financial situation and forecast for the future, and then we'll vote on Vestry members, Diocesan delegates and Nominating Committee members for the coming year. Please plan to attend this very important day.
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Looking Ahead...
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- January 11 - Sunday School resumes
- January 11 - Sanctuary tours after both services (rsvp required)
- January 11 - Wise Women
- January 11 - Transition House Night
- January 12 - Bible & Babble Study Group
- January 12 - Book Club
- January 13 - Community Kitchen
- January 14 - Men's Bible Study
- January 14 - Confirmation Class
- January 17 - Alan Hopkinson Memorial Service at 1 p.m.
- January 25 - Sanctuary tours after both services (rsvp required)
- February 8 - Annual Meeting with combined 9 a.m. service
- February 18 - Sanctuary tour before eventide (rsvp required)
- February 22 - Bishop Diane Jardin Visit, Confirmation
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Because we all deserve a chuckle now and then...
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There are many more items for your attention than we can comfortably fit in the email each week. Please click on the headlines below to view some of the stories from the All Saints website and from around the country and the world!
Religious leaders condemn Paris terrorist attacks - Christian and Muslim leaders have strongly denounced the Jan. 7 attacks in Paris when suspected Islamist terrorists stormed the offices of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and opened fire during an editorial meeting.
Panorama: Blogs of the Episcopal Church - Various opinions and viewpoints of Episcopalians, as well as discussions of personal faith journeys, and conversations about the mission and ministry of the Episcopal Church.
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