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78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church
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The 78th General Convention of The Episcopal Church kicked off this week in Salt Lake City. All Saints is keeping close tabs to be your one-stop shop for the latest news from Salt Lake City. Click here to find out more. |
General Convention and EfM 40th Anniversary Celebration
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 On Monday evening June 29, Education for Ministry (EfM) mentor and All Saints parishioner Robert Brown will attend a reception in Salt Lake City celebrating 40 years of EfM, during the 78th General Convention of the Episcopal Church. The event is hosted by the Rt. Rev. J. Neil Alexander, Dean of the School of Theology, University of the South. Robert will also attend the convention as a visitor and attend the daily eucharists. Thank you to Robert for his ministry and wonderful representation of All Saints at General Convention! Safe travels! |
Summer Sunday School Continues
with God, Music & Fun
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All Saints' Special Summer Sunday School program continues this coming Sunday with God, Music & Fun with Steve O'Connor! Children of all ages are warmly invited to join Steve in the Parish Hall at 10:00 a.m.
All Saints' Summer Sunday School Program began 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. Click here for more details. All ages are asked to meet in the Parish House at 10am. Nursery will be open for children 3 and under, and as always, children are welcome in church! |
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What are "Holy Happenings"? Holy Happenings are events around town linking parishioners with the larger world of faith and justice:
* Mobile Art Bus Fundraiser - June 28th, 3-5pm, 1180 High Road, Montecito Jewish Voices for Peace supporter Claudia Crawford has organized a presentation highlighting the positive and life-affirming work being done in Palestine on behalf of young people traumatized by the Occupation. Here is a video showing the work being done. . Info and reservations: [email protected]
* Visualizing Palestine The latest graphic in the ongoing work of Visualizing Palestine examines the economic impact of the Occupation on Palestinian agriculture. It and other pieces are viewable here.
*ISLAM IN AMERICA: "TALKING THRU WALLS" Dinner, film and conversation presented by The Interfaith Initiative. Sunday, June 28, 6:30 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, Santa Barbara, Register here.
Do you know of a "Holy Happening" around town? Send the details to [email protected] to be sure it's included in the weekly Bell Tower! |
Service Opportunity for Young Folks and the Whole Family!
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 From the moment we are baptized, we are called to ministry - to serve God and others. Here are some great opportunities for the younger members (under 18) of Christ to serve God and our community:
- Serve lunch at Casa Esperanza homeless center in Santa Barbara Tuesday, June 30, July 28, & August 25
- Serve dinner to Isla Vista homeless Monday, June 29, July 27, August 31
- Distribute free fruit and veggies in Carp Wednesday, July 22, August 26
You will feel good while doing good! David Boyd, [email protected], is the contact for more information. |
Run Forrest, Run!
Film Festival Continues with Forrest Gump
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This Wednesday, July 1, join us for an American BBQ! Bring your choice of beverage - beer or wine. After dinner, we'll watch Forrest Gump. Forrest, while not intelligent, has accidentally been present at many historic moments, but his true love, Jenny, eludes him.
July 1 - Forrest Gump
July 8 - Sleepless in Seattle
July 15 - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
July 22 - The King's Speech
July 29 - Imitation Game
Help Needed for Film Festival!
The Film Festival following Eventide is in full swing and volunteers are needed to help with the setup, serving, and clean up. A sign up sheet can be found on the Information Table. Remember that many hands make light work!
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Take a Summer Trip with All Saints!
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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. |
| Next Sunday, June 28th, there will be the opportunity for a Sanctuary Tour after the 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. services. If interested, just meet at the Bell Tower at either 9:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. |
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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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Help Needed! Caprinteria Food Distribution Wednesday, July 22
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 As Christians we are called to be the heart and hands of Jesus Christ in the world. At All Saints, we are blessed to be able to do this in a variety of ways, including our feeding ministries. Wednesday, July 22 everyone is invited to help put free, healthy food in the hands of appreciative low-income families. From 1-2 p.m. we will package and distribute on-site donations of fruits and vegetables at the Carpinteria Children's Project on Main, located at 5201 8th Street in Carp. Thirty-five families throughout our community count on these donations. People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to participate. If you are unable to serve this coming Wednesday, help is needed every fourth Wednesday of the month. Please sign up at the Information Table on the patio after service or contact David Boyd at [email protected].
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Save the Date & Plan to Serve:
July 25 M-4 Half Day of Service
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 The M-4 (Montecito 4) Churches are pleased to announce the summer service project - providing backpacks stuffed with critical supplies for school success to local children in need. These children are living in People's Self Help Housing communities and rely on these learning tools. Together with the other M-4 Churches, our goal is to provide backpacks and supplies to 310 children.
On Saturday, July 25 Montecito Covenant will host our M-4 day of service from 10am-Noon where we will stuff the backpacks. Volunteers are needed for this day and donations are greatly needed, as each church as been asked to raise $3,500 for this project. A donation of $45 will give one child a backpack and the majority of supplies needed to have a successful start to the school year. Please consider giving the gift of a backpack or two to help a child in need have the tools to succeed in school. Please note "M-4 Backpack Project" in the memo of your check and drop it in the Offertory plate or send it to the Church Office.
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Photo of the Week
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This week Montecito Fire Fighters conducted a drill at All Saints and the Parish School
Lesson learned? "Be prepared! Safety First!"
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All Saints "Recycled Reading Treats" Program Begins July 13
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All Saints Book Table will be open during the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month during the summer after each worship service.
 All Saints will launch Recycled Reading Treats on July 13 to support our campus ministries. Our rolling Book Carts will offer a variety of gently used (very good condition, no markings, and no highlights) fiction, non-fiction, special interest, and children's books for sale for "good will offerings." Think "Library Book Sale." If a book sparks your interest, donate whatever you feel is in your price range. Our Recycled Reading Treats will be available on the second and fourth Sundays of the month during Coffee Hour after each service. Please consider donating to this church program by bringing your books to the church patio after services or during the week to the church office beginning June 8. Boxes for collection will be marked and obvious. Read and enjoy! Please contact Rev. Vicki with questions. |
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Looking Ahead...
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- June 28 - Sanctuary Tours
- June 28 - Holy Happening: Islam in America
- June 29 - Service Opportunity - Dinner for Isla Vista Homeless
- June 30 - Service Opportunity - Casa Esperanza
- July 1 - Film Festival - Forrest Gump
- July 8 - Film Festival - Sleepless in Seattle
- July 11 - All Saints Trip to Solvang Theater
- July 13 - Recycled Reading Treats Program Begins
- July 22 - Service Opportunity - Carpinteria Food Distribution
- July 27 - Service Opportunity - Dinner for Isla Vista Homeless
- July 28 - Service Opportunity - Casa Esperanza
- August 1 - Bishop Diane Bruce Visits All Saints
- August 2 - Bishop Diane Bruce Visits All Saints
- August 8 - All Saints' Trip to Dead Sea Scrolls and Imax
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Because we all deserve a chuckle now and then...
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