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Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce Visits All Saints
This Weekend, August 1st & 2nd
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 Tomorrow, Saturday, August 1, the parish is invited to a 90-minute presentation by Bishop Bruce on ways that All Saints can take a fresh look at stewardship. Then on Sunday, August 2, she will be in the pulpit. We are really looking forward to Bishop Bruce's unofficial visit!
Schedule on August 1
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Parish-wide Presentation
10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Workshop with leadership
Also happening this Sunday at both services, Parishioner Ellen Sandin will be commissioned for her missionary work in Africa. |
All Saints Help Ensure Students
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  All Saints' parishioners gathered with parishioners from M-4 churches for a summer project to provide backpacks stuffed with critical supplies for school success to local children in need is just around the corner. All hands were on deck at Montecito Covenant as more than 300 backpacks were equipped with essential school supplies (all purchased through generous donations from all churches) for children living in People's Self Help Housing and Dalia Court. Thank you to all who shared their morning in the service of those in need and to our friends in Christ at Montecito Covenant for being such gracious hosts! |
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Mark Your Calendars for Fall Dates at All Saints
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 Fall brings so many exciting things...college football, seasonal delicacies (mmm...pumpkin spice lattes), and a full calendar of events at All Saints!
All Saints clergy, staff, and leadership have been busy the past month planning a number of wonderful events that will begin in the Fall. Stay tuned for more information on the upcoming Episcopal 101 classes and Adult Formation, Newcomers Reception, Blessing of the Animals, All Saint's Day, Advent Family Workshop, and St. Nicholas Day to name a few! This exciting season will begin with Homecoming Sunday on September 13th. We will rejoice in "coming home" after a summer or rest, relaxation, and adventure, and prepare ourselves and our families for the rhythm of life that accompanies a new school year, the back-to-work routine, and the flow of our liturgical calendar. On Homecoming Sunday our entire parish family will worship together and we will commission the Preschool and Sunday School teachers, and say a prayer for all our students beginning the new school year. Another important event in our life at All Saints will be Rev. Aimee Eyer-Delevett's installation as Rector. This is set for Saturday, October 3rd, at 10 a.m. with The Rt. Rev. Mary Glasspool presiding. A festive reception will follow. More details on all of the upcoming events will follow in the coming weeks. |
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Three Cows for the Twa of Rawanda
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Upcoming Pilgrimage With Diocese
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 Join Lutheran Bishop Guy Erwin, Episcopal tour organizer Canon Jim Newman, and Rev. Vicki in the Holy Land! There is something incredibly powerful about traveling the paths of Jesus and his disciples that can be life changing for you, as it has been for so many others. Imagine...Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Jordan River, and the mysterious stone city of Petra...the sights, the sounds, the smells and the tastes will remain in your memory as you cherish the moments you spend with your fellow pilgrims. Space is limited, so it will be necessary for you to send in your reservation form and deposit as soon as possible. The trip will depart from Los Angeles on Saturday, Dec. 26 and return on Tuesday, Jan. 5 - an eleven-day tour. The cost from LAX is $4,148 ($3,343 + $805 in government taxes & airline fuel charges). For more information contact Canon Jim Newman at 310.391.5522, or toll-free 888.802.6722 - or by email: stbedesla@yahoo.com |
Don't miss St. Vincent's 15th Annual Golf Classic at La Cumbre on Monday, August 24th, sponsored and operated by The Daughters of Chairty of St.Vincent de Paul. For more information or to register visit stvincents-sb.org or call 805.683.6381 ext. 110. All proceeds benefit St. Vincent's Children and Family Services.
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Save the Date: Homecoming!
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Homecoming Sunday is September 13th!
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 What are Holy Happenings? Holy Happenings are events around town linking parishioners with the larger world of faith and justice:
Upcoming Pilgrimage with Diocese:
Join Lutheran Bishop Guy Erwin, Episcopal tour organizer Canon Jim Newman and Rev. Vicki in the Holy Land! There is something incredibly powerful about traveling the paths of Jesus and his disciples that can be life changing for you, as it has been for so many others. Imagine...Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Jordan River, and the mysterious stone city of Petra ... the sights, the sounds, the smells and the tastes will remain in your memory as you cherish the moments you spend with your fellow pilgrims. We are looking forward to sharing this journey of a lifetime with you. Space is limited, so it will be necessary for you to send in your reservation form and deposit as soon as possible. The trip will depart from Los Angeles on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, and return on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016 - an eleven-day tour. The cost from Los Angeles is $4148 ($3,343 + $805 in government taxes & airline fuel surcharges). For more information contact Canon Jim Newman at 310.391.5522, 888.802.6722 (toll-free) or stbedesla@yahoo.com.A brochure can be downloaded here.
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Help Replenish Our Kitchens!
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 The kitchens at All Saints need some replenishing - will you help? The Wish List includes: Serving spoons, large forks, salad prongs, egg slicer, small sharp knives, serving bowls (all sizes, very big to small), spatulas, plastic freezer bags, plastic freezer containers, measuring cups, serving trays for cookies, salt and pepper shakers, graters, peelers, can opener, and colanders. Contact Anne in the office for more information or if you'd like to help, anne@asbts.org. |
All Saints' Summer Arts in Liturgy
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Each summer, our 10:00 worship services are filled with music and liturgical language that is unique, and emphasizes a particular context. This summer, we explore the variety of music published by the Episcopal Church.
Did you know, our Church publishes 5 music publications for worship? Like our familiar 1982 Hymnal, each has its own musical personality that reflects a unique context and culture.
In your bulletin, we'll note the source of each of the musical pieces not found in the '82 Hymnal and a brief description of each of those sources.
Let's enjoy some variety this summer, as we sing a broad selection of the music of the Episcopal Church!
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Do Something Different This Summer for Community Service Hours!
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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, August 25
- Serve dinner to Isla Vista homeless Monday, August 31
- Distribute free fruit and veggies in Carp Wednesday, August 26
You will feel good while doing good! David Boyd, dboydinc@aol.com, is the contact for more information. |
Save the Date: Rev. Aimee's Installation!
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The Rev. Aimee Eyer-Delevett's installation as Rector is set for Saturday, October 3 at 10 a.m. with the Rt. Rev. Mary Glasspool presiding. A festive reception will follow. Stay tuned for more details.
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Outreach Awards More Than $31,000 in Grants
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Organized outreach efforts at All Saints are guided by teh Outreach Committee. The committee engages parishiones in hands-on ministries and awards grants to deserving organizations throughout the greater Santa Barbara community and beyond. Funding for Outreach comes from teh All Saints operating budget as well as various fundraising activities, such as the annual golf tournament. So far this year, the following organizations have been awarded grants:
- Casa Esperanza Homeless Shelter - $3,000
- Casa Serena - $5,000
- DFMS (Ellen Sandin missionary) - $5,000
- Episcopal Relief & Development - $2,375
- Family Services Agency - $2,000
- Foodbank SB County - $3,000
- Mental Wellness Center - $3,000
- Network for Africa - $2,950
- World Dance for Humanity - $3,000
Contact the Church Office for more information about how you can get involved in the Outreach Committee, events, or more about these organizations.
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 Did you know that there are more AA and Al-Anon meetings on our campus than any other location in town? Every day of the week there are meetings throughout the day. It is wonderful that we have the space and availability to hold these meetings for the community. More information can be found by clicking here. |
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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 Book Group September Selection Announced
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Sanctuary Tour - Take a Sneak Peak Behind the Scenes!
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Photo of the Week
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Fiesta dancers preparing to perform for the Friendship Center clients
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Looking Ahead...
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- August 1 - Bishop Diane Bruce Visits All Saints
- August 2 - Bishop Diane Bruce Visits All Saints
- August 2 - Ellen Sandin Commissioned, both services
- August 8 - All Saints' Trip to Dead Sea Scrolls and Imax
- August 16 - Sanctuary Tour after each service
- September 13 - Homecoming Sunday, teachers commissioned at 10am
- October 3 - Rev. Aimee's Installation at 10am service
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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!
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For years, the Twa people have dreamed of being real farmers, which means having cows to care for. The milk and manure the cows produce will be a tremendous resource for the whole community to share. The calves they give birth to will start them on the road to a productive farming enterprise and sustainable livelihood. Thanks to All Saints' Outreach, cows Betsy, Grace & Holy Cow are now members of the Twa family. 
