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Take a Sneak Peak Behind the Scenes With A Sanctuary Tour Sunday, August 16!
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Raise Your Voice In Song! Join the Choir in September!
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All Saints' Choir begins a new season in September. All are welcome to join us, as we begin a new year of leading the church's song in worship. Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7-9 p.m. in the church. Join us as we kick off the season by singing for the first time during our homecoming service, September 13 at 10 a.m.
If you'd like to participate in this vital and joyous ministry, simply come to the first rehearsal on September 10, or call or email Steve O'Connor at 969-4771 ext. 109 or steve@asbts.org. |
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Don't Miss The Fun in The Fall!
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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. |
Learn More About EfM During Preview and Registration Meetings
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 Join Education for Ministry mentor Robert Brown in the Parish House on Sunday, August 23 after the 8 and 10 a.m. worship services for a preview and informational meeting about the EfM program. An overview of the program, including history, structure of the seminar, and seminar group life will be presented, along with study materials, texts and registration materials. Grab some coffee and a snack and join us for a group preview of a wonderful vehicle of Christian formation. |
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. |
Discover The Magic of a Pilgrimage to The Holy Land
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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 |
  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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Three Cows for the Twa of Rawanda
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Tee Off For A Good Cause!
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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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The Holy Eucharist with the Installation of Bishop Michael Bruce Curry as the Presiding Bishop
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 The Holy Eucharist with the Installation of the 27th Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, Bishop Michael Bruce Curry, will occur on Sunday, November 1 at noon Eastern at Washington National Cathedral. Click here to learn more. |
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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Rev. Aimee's Installation Set for Saturday, October 3
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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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Photo of the Week
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One of All Saints' Dinner Clubs enjoyed dinner in the park. To learn more about joining All Saints Dinner Club contact the Church Office.
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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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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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Looking Ahead...
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- August 16 - Sanctuary Tour after each service
- September 10 - Choir Rehearsal at 7pm
- 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!
Newfoundland's Anglican-Episcopal pipeline - The Rev. Steven Maki is part of a long tradition of cross-border religious reciprocity. He's an American Episcopal priest serving in an Anglican parish in Newfoundland.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Online Survey - If you did not attend one of the listening sessions, please fill out the survey. Responses gathered at the listening session have been noted for the committee's report.
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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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. 
