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The Feast of Pentecost 
Pentecost is the great festival that marks the birth of the Christian church by the power of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost means "fiftieth day" and is celebrated fifty days after Easter Sunday. The Day of Pentecost is one of the seven principal feasts of the church year in the Episcopal Church (BCP, p. 15), and is identified by the BCP as one of the feasts that is "especially appropriate" for baptism (p. 312).
Ten days after Jesus ascended into heaven, the twelve apostles, Jesus' mother and family, and many other of His disciples gathered together in Jerusalem for the Jewish harvest festival that was celebrated on the fiftieth day after Passover. While they were indoors praying, a sound like that of a rushing wind filled the house and tongues of fire descended and rested over each of their heads. This was the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on human flesh promised by God. The disciples were suddenly empowered to proclaim the gospel of the risen Christ. They went out into the streets of Jerusalem and began preaching to the crowds gathered for the festival. Not only did the disciples preach with boldness and vigor, but by a miracle of the Holy Spirit they spoke in the native languages of the people present, many of whom had come from all corners of the Roman Empire. The apostle Peter seized the moment and addressed the crowd, preaching to them about Jesus' death and resurrection for the forgiveness of sins. The result was that about three thousand converts were baptized that day. The account can be found in the Acts of the Apostles 2:1-41.
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Budget Update From Your Senior Warden
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I wanted to update you on our budget gap and to pass on more really good news. Thanks to the generous pledge increases of many of us, including some very substantial increases, we are now expecting that, instead of a deficit of about $200,000 this year, we will be approximately in balance. What a wonderful thing! Thank you!
There is much more stewardship work ahead, so that we can sustain, expand, and enhance our ministries in many areas, and we will be hearing more about this in the Fall. Still, it is a wonderful thing to know that, for the first time in many years, we can enter that discussion in a fiscally responsible position!
Blessings+
Tom Mack, Senior Warden |
Children, Youth & Family Ministries Listening Sessions Continue
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Everyone is invited to a listening session focusing on children, youth & family ministry at ASBTS.
As we continue to grow in Christ's ministry together, All Saints has a wonderful opportunity to develop our vision for children, youth & family ministry.This month, Rev. Aimée invites all parishioners, parents, grandparents, teachers - everyone interested in this vital formational ministry is invited to share their thoughts and hopes as we come together in community to listen and begin to discern God's call for the future of this growing ministry at All Saints. In our recent parish profile, we articulated our heartfelt desire to grow ministry to children, youth and families; now we can begin to act on that vision.
Next listening session planned for: Wednesday, May 27, 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Parish House |
Summer Sunday School Plans Announced
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 All Saints' Summer Sunday School Program begins on June 21, and will continue through the end of July. Instead of separate classes, the children will meet together for special projects centered on God's Good Creation. Children will meet downstairs in the entry way of the Parish House prior to the 10 a.m. service. The month of August will be a time of vacation for all of the children and teachers. Normal Sunday School schedule will resume on Sunday, September 13. Questions? Please contact the Rev. Vicki Mouradian at vicki@asbts.org.
June 21 - Art upstairs in the Creation Room.
June 28 - God, Music & Fun in Parish Hall.
July 12 - Baking Cookies for Transition House.The cookies will be delivered later in the day.
July 19 - Special time with Rev. Aimee.
July 26 - Eucharist on the beach with Rev. Vicki. All ages will be given ministry opportunities.
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Annual End-of-Year Picnic, May 31
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 Summer begins at All Saints with the annual end-of-the-year BBQ on Sunday, May 31 after the 10:00 a.m. service. Please plan to join in on this spirit-filled celebration. Let's remember that our baptism equals ministry; volunteers are still needed, cooking and serving the meal - as we celebrate God's gift of the Holy Spirit. Feel free to dress casually for church on this special Sunday! Sign up to help at the Information Table on the patio or contact the office: 969-4771 or email anne@asbts.org.
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Still time to submit your suggestions for the 3rd Annual Summer Film Festival
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 Beginning Wednesday June 17, everyone is invited to gather in the Parish Hall for popcorn and a movie after Eventide & dinner. Help set the line up for our 6-week movie festival by emailing your suggestions to Steve at steve@asbts.org by May 30.
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Outreach Supports ERD Aide to Nepal;
How You Can Help Too
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All Saints' Outreach Committee has approved $2,375 in funding to support Episcopal Relief & Development's (ERD) efforts in Nepal. Everyone is encouraged to discover the ways ERD is making an impact in the recovery efforts in Nepal and to support these efforts if you are able. Click here to learn more. |
Save the dates: June 10-21 to benefit St. Mike's Episcopal Ministry at UCSB
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Volunteers will be needed to help sort, organize and sell stuff at the annual gigantic yard sale of donated clothing, furniture, household goods, kitchenware, toys, sports equipment, electronics, books and much more that UCSB students and Isla Vista residents no longer want or need. This is the UCSB-sponsored Project Give which takes place at Embarcadero Hall in I.V. Net proceeds of the sale are divided among participating I.V. churches and nonprofits according to the number of volunteer hours donated. Our donated hours will benefit St. Mike's. In 2014, 13 volunteers from St. Mike's, Trinity and All Saints donated 100 hours working at the sale which were valued at $3,044. Volunteer sign-up information will be provided when received in the near future. David Boyd, dboydinc@aol.com, is the contact for more information.
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Congratulations, Bears!
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Come celebrate Bear graduation! Tuesday, June 9 at 11:00 a.m. in the church! Congratulations, graduates!
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Artist Reception Sunday, May 24
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Local artist and parishioner Margaret Nadeau invites you to a reception for her newest exhibit in the Church Office. Come get to know Margaret, see the collection of beautiful oil paintings which are for sale. A reception will be held between the 8am and 10am worship services on Sunday, May 24 and following the 10am service. Margaret will graciously donate 15% of sales to All Saints.
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Save the Date - June 7 Town Hall Meeting
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Bishop Bruce Visits August 1-2
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Bishop Diane Bruce will visit All Saints on Saturday, August 1 to lead a workshop to support ASBTS' creative thinking around year-round stewardship. All who are interested are welcome to join. Time and location to be determined. Bishop Bruce will also lead up in worship on Sunday, August 2nd. Please join in welcoming Bishop Bruce back to All Saints.
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A Prayer for Creation - Thursday, May 28, 6:00pm
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All are invited next Thursday as we gather together as a community to respond prayerfully to the Refugio oil spill that occurred last Tuesday. Join as we give thanks for the bounty of God's resources and pray for the right use of "this fragile earth, our island home." All are welcome to this service. Please help extend an invitation to your neighbors and friends.
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All Saints-by-the-Sea now offers online giving.
Convenient. Easy. Secure.
Give out of God's love and gifts in your life that others may feel Christ's love and grace.
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All Saints' Interim Director of Communications, Heather Childress, will be leaving staff to resume her public affairs career. Heather and her fiance Hunter Hawley will remain local and continue to be active members of All Saints. Please join in wishing Heather the best in her career. Please send all ministry notices and articles for publication to Kathleen at kathleen@asbts.org.
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Photo of the Week
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Parishioner Ben Watson gets his arm painted as his sister Clara looks on at last year's End-of-Year BBQ. We are so looking forward to this year's fun on Sunday, May 31 - Spread the word and come celebrate summer together!
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All Saints' Summer Arts in Liturgy
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 Did you know that the Episcopal Church (U.S.A) publishes 6 hymnals? No, that number is not a mistake. Our communion of faith has authorized 6 hymnals for all Episcopal Churches in the U.S. Our worship at All Saints during the upcoming summer months will be filled with the music of these remarkable resources. You won't want to miss a single Sunday this summer, as we explore the broad expanse of music published by the Episcopal Church! Please consider supporting our special music fund this summer by making a financial donation - please note "special music fund" in the check memo.
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ASBTS Summer Trips Announced!
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 My Fair Lady - Saturday, July 11 - Solvang Festival Theater
Performed by the Pacific Conservatory Theatre! Picnic Box Dinners provided by Connie Lindberg for dinner in a reserved picnic area. Bring wine or other beverages and a small appetizer to share. Round trip transportation provided by Santa Barbara Airbus. Depart All Saints 4:30 p.m. Return 11:30 p.m. Ticket Price: $80.00 per person. Sign up at the Information Table!
 Dead Sea Scrolls, an Exhibition and in the IMAX Theater: Jerusalem, a 3D movie narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch Saturday, August 8 - The California Science Center, L.A. Lunch will be included. Round trip transportation to be provided by Santa Barbara Airbus. Depart All Saints 9:30 a.m. Return 6:30 p.m. Ticket Price: $70.00 per person. Sign up at the Information Table. |
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Looking Ahead...
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- May 24 - Pentecost
- May 24 - Artist Reception in Church Office between services
- May 27 - Listening Around Children, Youth & Family Ministry
- May 28 - Prayer for Creation Services
- May 31 - Annual End-of-the-Year BBQ
- June 7 - Town Hall Meeting
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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!
Earthquake in Nepal - Episcopal Relief & Development is providing emergency assistance after another powerful earthquake struck Nepal on Tuesday, May 12.
Outreach with the Cleveland Clippers - You may think Santa Barbara Cleveland School's mascot is the Dolphins, but for a couple of days in early May they became the Cleveland Clippers.
Transforming Episcopal Great Oak into gift for graduates - What do you do with a centuries old Great Oak tree that has to be taken down? Seniors at Episcopal School of Jacksonville, where the tree held a prominent spot on campus for decades, are getting to take a piece of it with them as they move on to the next.
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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