Current Events

Rally Day and United Thank Offering: Sunday, Sept 11
We have a special worship schedule on Sunday, September 11:
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (combining the 9 & 11:15 services), and 5:00 p.m.
Come to worship, stay for the ministry fair and a great lunch prepared by the Men's Fellowship. Children who register for Sunday school can play on the water slide (bring your swim suit) and get their faces painted.
Remember to bring your UTO boxes when you come for all the fun Rally Day activities! The United Thank Offering has a long legacy, started in 1889 by the Women’s Auxiliary, and has helped countless numbers of people in our own neighborhoods and across the globe.
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17

Women of All Saints Wine Tasting Event
Tuesday, September 20, 2011 begins the first in a series of wine-tasting events especially for the women of the parish. The event is off site at the home of Gretchen and Whit Smith. Reservations required by Tues Sept 13. Click here for the invitation and all the details!

Volunteer Brunch - Sunday August 28
A Huge Thanks to You - Honoring Our Parish Volunteers.
The Rector and All Saints’ staff would like to offer you our biggest thanks! If you volunteer time and talent at the church in any capacity, please join us for brunch after church on Sunday, August 28. We will have two seatings, 10:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. -- the tasty meal will be catered by Pulido’s. Please be our guest, and please RSVP by Thursday, August 25, to church receptionist Sanda Warren at 817-732-1424.

Wednesday Classes begin Sept 7 - Shalom: A Study of the Biblical Concept of Peace
God’s intention for the world is Shalom, peace. The human dilemma is the loss of peace. Explore the gift of God’s Peace and its ethical implications for Christ’s followers. Join Father Jambor every Wednesday, starting September 7, 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. To enroll, contact Vickie Merrill. Material should be picked up before the first class on September 7.

The Wednesday evening program begins with dinner at 6:00 p.m. in DeWolfe Hall followed by the Shalom study, Children's Choir Rehearsal, Study Hall, and Episcopals. A nursery is available from 6 - 8:00 p.m.

Christian Education Programs Resume in September
Sunday School classes and Wednesday Programs resume in September. Leading the way is the Shalom Study on Wednesdays (see above item) beginning September 7. Sunday School classes kick off on September 18. Now is the time to enroll using the attached enrollment form, or the one distributed Sundays with the weekly Gazette.

Chili Cook-Off - time to form your team!
Attention all cooks! 2011 All Saints Chilifest, sponsored by the Men's Fellowship, benefiting All Saints' outreach programs. To be held Saturday October 1 from 9-12, on the north lawn of the Church. Prizes are awarded to winners in both “Best Judged” and “People’s Choice” categories. Rules are simple: $45 entry fee, up to 5 members per team, no open flames (crockpots recommended), can be prepared beforehand or onsite. Click here for more information and registration form.

All Saints' Kazoo Marching Band in CANA Labor Day Parade
The Crestline Area Neighborhood Assocation (CANA) Labor Day parade is slated for 9 a.m. Monday, September 5. All Saints' Marching Kazoo Band will once again participate! Kazoo "try-outs" are Sunday, Sept. 4 at 10:10 a.m. in DeWolfe Hall. Come and select your kazoo and rehearse a tune or two! The parade begins at Rivercrest Country Club and winds up Crestline to end at All Saints'. If you are participating in the parade, be at Rivercrest by 8:45 a.m.

Bell Choir Opening
If you read music (even just a little), have a sense of rhythm (even just a bit), and are available on Monday nights, the All Saints’ Handbell Guild needs you. Anyone interested should contact Rick Grimes by email or phone at 817-732-1424.

Second Annual All Saints' World Mission Golf Classic Save the Date

Get ready to have a fun day on the links while helping to support the important works of the All Saints’ Episcopal Outreach and Mission. This year’s Classic will be held at the Waterchase Golf Club in Fort Worth on Friday, October 28, using a four-man scramble format. Tee time is 12:30 p.m. The day includes lunch, plenty of friendly competition, and an awards reception. Registration begins online August 1st. For registration and sponsor information, please visit the tournament web site.

Job Seeker Workshop
The stress and depression of unemployment and underemployment can be overwhelming – things begin to look hopeless, and it seems you are helpless to do anything about it. That’s where Career Solutions can help! This ongoing 12-week course will do three things for you: Help you gain a brighter outlook during this dark time; Assist you in targeting your ideal job and career path; Provide you with the skills you need to land that dream job.

The program really works! The workshop meets each Monday from 6-9 p.m. in DeWolfe Hall. Led by Father Shannon. To find out more about the workshop, contact Fr. Shannon by email or phone at 817-732-1424.

Community Outreach - Humane Society of North Texas
During the month of September, please remember all creatures great and small with a donation of food or supplies for the Humane Society of North Texas.
Below is a list of much needed items for the local shelters on Lancaster and South Hulen. Please bring your donations and place in the baskets in the Nave or Parish Hall throughout the month. On October 1, the church youth and volunteers from the Humane Society will be at the church to celebrate the blessing of the animals.

"Not to hurt our humble brethren (animals) is our first duty to them, but to stop there is not enough. We have a higher mission - to be of service to them whenever they require it.” St Francis of Assisi

■Dog and Cat Food- unopened bags and cans
■Blankets, rugs, towels – clean, old or new
■Bleach and Paper Towels

Contact: Wende Dwyer-Johnsen

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