Keeping the Body Healthy and Connected here at All Saints'
In response to directives and guidance from Governor Hogan and Bishop Sutton, and in conversation with our staff and leadership, we have made several changes to our operations.
Learn more on our Staying Connected page
At All Saints’, public worship will cease beginning Sunday, March 15, including Sunday and Wednesday weekly worship. We will increase our virtual offerings during this time, including Morning and Evening Prayer, Compline, Healing Prayer, and Sunday worship (see below). Bulletins can be found here:
- Bulletin: July 5, 2020
- Children's Bulletin: July 5, 2020
- Wednesday Healing Worship Guide
- Morning & Evening Prayer
- Online Book of Prayer
- Lectionary of the Day
- Saint of the Day
In addition to our spiritual offerings, the National Cathedral will live-stream worship each Sunday at 11:15 am.
To ensure the safety of our community and do our part to "flatten the curve," our staff is working remotely for the foreseeable future. For immediate assistance, email our staff or reach out via cell, and they will do their best to assist you remotely. We will have inconsistent access to our physical mail, so please do as much correspondence as you can through email. If you have a pastoral emergency, please call the church office for automated instructions to reach the clergy-on-call.
We have also chosen to suspend all church events effective March 13. This includes all in-person meetings, both on- and off-site. We encourage our leaders to get creative, and use zoom, chat, phone, and video meetings to their advantage. Now more than ever, this is a time for us to stay connected even as we increase physical distance. If you are part of a small group or ministry, we encourage you to check in with one another.
Our building will be closed to all outside groups and rentals beginning Monday, March 16. We are giving our groups an opportunity over the weekend to connect with their participants. This decision does not come lightly, and we are striving to balance the needs of the individual groups that have found a home at All Saints’ with the needs of our wider global community.
May God’s loving embrace quell our anxiety and inspire us to care for one another, and all those in need in our wider community.
Yours in God’s peace,
Mtr. Adrien & Rev. Jess
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O God of compassion, giver of life and health, we pray your healing mercies upon all who are in any way affected by the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Comfort and sustain those who have been stricken; relieve their pain, and restore to them your gifts of gladness and strength. Grant to all in authority the courage to make wise decisions that are essential for the common good, and strengthen them to lead institutions that care for those whom they serve. Watch over all first responders and those in the medical professions whose duty it is to care for the sick; guard them from all danger, and keep them safe in the knowledge that is through their sacrifice and service that the health of the whole community is promoted. Mercifully accept these our prayers, O God of all comfort, and our only help in time of need. Amen.
Read our March 20 e-blast
Read our March 16 e-blast
Read our March 13 e-blast
Read our March 12 e-blast
Read our March 6 pastoral letter
Online Offerings
Sundays
10:00 AM - Sunday Worship - Youtube
11:00 AM - Virtual Fellowship - Zoom
or Call-in (929)205-6099, Meeting ID 580-235-166
Mondays
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer - Conference Call: 712-770-5505, 219716#
5:30 PM - Evening Prayer - Facebook Live
Tuesdays
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer - Conference Call: 712-770-5505, 219716#
5:30 PM - Evening Prayer - Facebook Live
Wednesdays
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer - Conference Call: 712-770-5505, 219716#
5:30 PM - Prayer & Healing - Facebook Live
Thursdays
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer - Conference Call: 712-770-5505, 219716#
5:30 PM - Evening Prayer - Facebook Live
Fridays
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer - Conference Call: 712-770-5505, 219716#
5:30 PM - Evening Prayer - Facebook Live
Saturdays
9:00 AM - Centering Prayer - Conference Call (Email for code)
12:00 PM - Noonday Prayer - Facebook Live
Formation Offerings
Mondays
10:00 AM - Weekly Kids Activity - Facebook
Tuesdays
11:00 AM - 'Signs of Life' - Zoom, April 21-May 26
4:30 PM - Youth Group - Zoom
Thursdays
7:00 PM - 'Signs of Life' - Zoom, April 23-May 28
Summer Worship Begins June 9
Sunday
8:00 AM - Rite I Eucharist in Historic Church
9:00 AM - Fellowship in the Garden
10:00 AM - Rite II with Music
June 9 - 23: Historic Church
June 30 - July 28: Great Hall
August: Historic Church
Sept 1: Great Hall
6:00 PM - "Sundays @ 6" Holy Eucharist, Historic Church
Wednesday
5:30 PM - Eucharist with prayers for healing - Chapel
Thursday
8:00 AM - Lay-Lead Morning Prayer (No Eucharist) - Chapel
Weekdays
7:30 AM - Daily Office: Morning Prayer (No Eucharist) - Historic Church
"Program Year" returns Sept. 8
Beginning on Sept. 8, we'll return to our "Program Year" schedule, with Sunday worship at 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 6 p.m., and Formation Hour at 10 a.m. We hope to see you then! Learn more about our services
Sign up for Formation now!
Our Children and Youth Formation programs are an integral part of growing up in the Christian Faith. Especially during these pandemic times, it is vital children and youth stay connected and continue to be formed.
Children Formation offers Monday morning videos, 10am on FaceBook. These videos are usually an activity or reading offering as a way to stay grounded in faith.
Youth Group meets via Zoom every Tuesday at 4:30pm--5:30pm. Part formation, part check in fun. Make sure to get plugged into the Remind App for the latest info for Youth Ministry.
Join us in Ash Wednesday Worship
We invite you to begin the holy season of Lent with us. Our Ash Wednesday services are:
February 26, 2020
7:30 AM - Morning Prayer with Ashes
12:00 PM - Rite II
6:00 PM - Rite II with Music
Ashes to Go
12:00-1:30 PM - Market & Church
Holiday Gifts and Greens Sale
Thurs., Dec. 5: 10am-7pm; Lunch 11am-2pm
Fri., Dec. 6 10am-4pm; Lunch 11am-2pm
Sat., Dec. 7 10am-7pm; Food 11am-7pm; After 4pm: Beer & Wine
Free Admission
Come shop and eat with us to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the Christmas season. Our mouth-watering lunches are available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday and Friday and on Saturday there will be food from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. with beer and wine after 4 p.m. New this year, crafters and artisans will offer their hand-created items for sale on the upper level in our Parish Hall. We are handicapped accessible with elevators available.Learn more
Singing at Sunset: A liturgy of Advent Lessons & Carols
Join us Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. for a liturgy of Lessons and Carols that will immerse you in music, Scripture, mood, and meditation. It is a perfect way to prepare the heart and mind for the coming of Christ.
Join us in Christmas Worship
We invite you to celebrate this exciting and holy season with us. Our Christmas services are:
Christmas Eve: Tuesday, Dec. 24 in the Historic Church
4:00 PM - Pageant and Eucharist — 3:40 Prelude
7:00 PM - Festival Eucharist — 6:40 Prelude with Choir and Harp
10:00 PM - Festival Eucharist — 9:40 Prelude with Choir and Harp
Christmas Day: Wednesday, Dec. 25 in the Historic Church
10:00 AM - Holy Eucharist
Dec 29 Worship
Our services on Dec. 29 will be held:
8:00 AM - Rite I Eucharist in the Historic Church
10:00 AM - Christmas Lessons & Carols in the Historic Church
Holy Week & Easter Worship
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Palm Sunday: April 5 April 6, 7 Holy Wednesday: April 8 Maundy Thursday: April 9 |
Good Friday: April 10 Holy Saturday: April 11 Easter Day: April 12 |
Register for Virtual Camp Now!
Join us for a virtual VBS camp week! JULY 13-17, 2020 we will engage in a virtual camp experience, fun for the whole family. Prior to camp week “home camp kits” will be available for pick up. On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of camp week, we will gather virtually for morning chapel and instruction.
Registration is now open, all online (see links below), and the deadline is June 1, 2020. Since this will be a home family camp experience there is no age requirement for campers-- Pre K, or younger-- join as able! Please note you have to submit your camp registration fee separately from completing the registration form. In order to pay your camp fee, please click on the secure button below.
Any questions, please contact Rev. Jessica at jholthus@allsaintsmd.org.
Camper Registration (~Pre-K/younger to entering grade 6) click here.
Jr. Counselor Registration (entering grades 7-12/Freshman in College) click here click here.
Adult Volunteer Form, Click here click here.
Slow Down! Rest. Enter a Holy Advent.
"This calendar is crazy. Phew. I don't know what I'm gunna do . . ."
Annual Meeting
Our Annual meeting will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. We'll get copies of the Annual Report, hear updates from clergy and staff, and vote on upcoming Vestry Slate. Standing for election are: Jill Browning, Nikole Brundick, Steve Crum, Dan Huebner, JoAnna Hughes, Lorraine Kituri, and Rosie Russo. Bios are available around the building, or here.
St. Mary's Annual Book Sale
The Nineteenth Annual All Saints' Book Sale will be held July 27-30. If you are moving, downsizing, or experience some life-changing event, you may have to dispose of books now and not later. If you have a large collection of quality books, please contact us to see if arrangements can be made to accept your books early. We will open for general donations on April 18.
St. Mary's Annual Book Sale
The Twenty-First Annual All Saints' Book Sale will be held July 25-28, and we are now accepting donations! When you bring in your books and other media, please put them in the cabinet located in the foyer of the Patrick Street entrance. If you have too many books to easily bring yourself, please call the church office to request a volunteer to pick up your donations. If you need a receipt, they are located in a pocket posted on the bulletin board next to the donations cabinet. Please spread the word to your friends that we need quality book donations, and Thank You! More info about the Book Sale
Lao Tizer and his Quartet are Back!
Enjoy the fusion of smooth and modernist jazz as Lao and his crew join us on Friday, Sept. 13. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the concert will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 each. Learn More.
Annual Meeting
Our Annual meeting was held Feb. 8, 2020. View our annual report here. We also have an updated version of the 2019-2020 Financial Highlights, 2019 Balance Sheet, and 2020 Budget Detail from the annual meeting. Your vestry class of 2023 is Jill Browning, Dan Huebner, Lorraine Kituri, and Rosie Russo, and Steve Crum will fill our vacancy in the class of 2022.
News
Take a look at this week's announcements from All Saints':
Are You Grieving a Loss? Join us in... WALKING THE MOURNER’S PATH: A Faith-based Grief Support Program — Walking the Mourner’s Path is a ministry of healing and connection for those feeling disconnected after the death of a loved one or other significant life loss. Dates are tentative, but we are looking for interest. please email Rev Jess if you are interested in participating in Mourner's Path.
We need YOU at the 2020 Holiday Gifts and Greens Sale!—Planning is already underway for the 2020 Holiday Gifts and Greens Sale to be held Dec. 3-5. While the St. Mary's Chapter volunteers are happy to host the annual fundraiser, we need the participation of many Saints to make this year's event a success.Please consider volunteering a little of your time and talents---even just for an hour or two---over the 3-day event. We need volunteers to assist with everything from setting up, to greeting guests, to helping with sales and kid-focused activities at Santa's Workshop (a new feature). We are not asking for a formal commitment---just a showing of hands of who might be available. Please email, call or text Sandy Dunning (sdunning0117@gmail.com or 978-806-7894), Marty Young (martyy@communitylivinginc.org or 301-639-0248) or Dan Lajewski (danoflyfish@comcast.net or 301-667-0536) to express your interest. Closer to the date, we'll get in touch to determine how you’d like to participate and then firm up a schedule.
Trinity Treks—Once it is safe to gather in groups again, we are planning on doing an all-inclusive hike where we are going to do the Trees of Frederick Walking Tour to enjoy some unique trees in our neighborhoods. This hike will be welcoming to all ages and will be around 1-1/2 miles. The next hike will also be nice for all age groups as we are going to go down to the C & O Canal Towpath near Monocacy Aqueduct to enjoy the wildflowers and water fowl of the area. Please join us! Please keep checking the e-blasts for updates. For additional details contact Randy Querry at r_querry@yahoo.com.