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Communications All Saints'
No Prayer & Worship Hour July 20

Our next Prayer & Worship Hour service will be held on Sunday, August 24, at 6 p.m.

No Prayer & Worship Hour July 20
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Communications All Saints'
August 3 is VBS Celebration Sunday! 10 a.m. ...

Following the 10 a.m. combined service, everyone is invited to the VBS Celebration Picnic at 11:30 a.m.

August 3 is VBS Celebration Sunday! 10 a.m. Service and All-Church Picnic
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Communications All Saints'
Midweek Eucharist Calendar Update

Midweek Eucharist services resume on Wednesday, July 23.

Midweek Eucharist Calendar Update
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Communications All Saints'
Praying for the Persecuted Church: Iran

Christians in Iran who have converted from Islam are under constant threat of arrest, imprisonment, and death.

Praying for the Persecuted Church: Iran
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Readings and Collect for Sunday, July 20 ...

Read ahead, follow along, and pray with the Saints using the “lectionary insert” for this Sunday.

Readings and Collect for Sunday, July 20 (Proper 11)

Treasured Volunteers, Thank You!

“You are Treasured! THANK YOU to the over 50 volunteers that brought VBS to All Saints' Church July 19-23! Each of you gave time and talent, and that brought the name and Gospel of Jesus to 65 children from our church and community. What a treasure to meet so many new friends too!

Families, thank you for bringing your children to VBS! We look forward to continuing to get to know the children, and pray for you and your families.”

Tara Pedersen

Children’s Ministry Director

All Saints’ Church



Children's Ministry Open House September 5!

Check out what's happening during the Fall in All Saints' Children's Ministry on Sunday, September 5th, 9:45-10:45 a.m. or 12:30-1:30 p.m.!

Bring the kids for donuts and lemonade-with a coffee bar for the parents! Come take a peek at all of our Fall offerings for the children, walk through the children's wing and nurseries, have your child's picture taken for their own personal cubby, stop by the Fall craft table, play with pumpkin slime, ride trikes and bikes, and connect with All Saints' Children's Ministry!

American Heritage Girls- Building Women of Integrity

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered character and leadership development program for girls 5 to 18 years of age. AHG is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country.


The All Saints’ AHG troop (VA0428) meets on two Tuesdays each month for meetings and for fun, service, and badge-earning activities. On Tuesday, August 17, we'll have a special event for new families to come and "check us out!" See photos from our troop events on the website and send us an email for time and location for the August 17 event!

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Mothers of Preschoolers Fall Kick-off Park Day

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Do you have children age 5 and under? Ready to meet other Christian mothers? Come join in the MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) at Cloverdale Park, Dale City on Monday, August 30, 10 am! All mothers and their children are welcome. Our new 2021-2022 School Year MOPS Coordinator is Susan Arbeiter if you have any questions.

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Childcare Needs this Fall

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Support discipleship on the front lines and assist mothers and families, to care for their children.

As we prepare for our Fall Kickoff of Christian Education events and Fall Children's Ministries, we have two nursery needs that will need a few volunteers:

  • Monday mornings, 915am-1130am, 2nd & 4th Mondays, MOPS Nursery (Mothers of Preschoolers)

  • Sunday evenings, 4-6pm, Foundations Bible Study and Youth Group Leaders Childcare

Volunteers can serve once a month, once a week, or whenever fits your schedule. Sunday evenings begin Sunday, Sept. 12th, and Monday mornings begin Monday, Sept. 13th.

Thank you for praying into how you serve our children this coming season. Contact Tara Pedersen for more info.

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Missionary Heroes Visit Children's Church!

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As we transition into late summer, Children’s Church is featuring six weeks of Missionary Heroes! Missionary Heroes began last Sunday, August 1, with one of our very own missionaries from All Saints’ Church- Bethany Fair.

Each week the children will be led by some very special guests, as they highlight a hero for Jesus-a Missionary Hero of the week! Our first Missionary Hero was Bethany Fair, a teacher (going into her second year this fall) who experienced a short-term mission a few years ago to Eswatini, Africa (also known as Swaziland). Her send-off and support came from her college, Southern Nazarene University, along with All Saints' Church. Her parents are still part of All Saints’, Jon and Lisa Fair. Bethany is now teaching in Oklahoma, but did a video teaching for our children last Sunday. This was a great opportunity for our children to learn about a missionary hero, who came from our own church!

This week Children’s Church will continue learning about missionaries to Africa. Connie Odems will lead the children in learning about the first African American female missionary, Louise Celia Fleming! What an honor this will be to not only for the children to hear about Ms. Fleming, but also to hear from Connie herself, a gifted Bible teacher of many years at All Saints’ Church.

Here is Bethany on her mission trip to Eswatini!

Here is Bethany on her mission trip to Eswatini!

Meet Our Summer Intern- Ethan!

This summer, All Saints’ Church has had the joy of Ethan Wills as our intern! He has been helping in a variety of ways with the gifts and skills he brings- including the music ministry, office work, VBS A/V support, and more! We asked him a few questions to get to know him more, and know how we can pray for him, as he heads off to his first year of college in a few short weeks.

How long have you attended All Saints' Church?

I have been attending All Saints' Church since I was born. My parents have been attending since they got married. Myself and all of my siblings were baptized in this church.

What is your favorite memory from your time in the church?

I think my favorite memory of my time at All Saints' would have to be worship during Sunday School when we were back on Saratoga Lane. That was always so much fun and those old worship songs and Sunday School songs will stick with me forever.

How did you find an interest and learn how to play the organ?

I have always loved the organ. It is such a fascinating instrument with an amazing history. The first time I ever played organ was for a memorial service because I was asked if I could, and my response was "Well I would love to try." I have always been really musical but the organ is a whole different undertaking. I would not call myself an organ player because there is so much more to it than I understand and am capable of doing. However, its basics revolve around the same central idea that piano does and I have been playing piano since I was 5. Playing it more and more I've learned about it and understand it on a deeper level but I also know that I am just scratching the surface.

What's your favorite instrument to play?

My favorite instrument to play is probably the piano. While other instruments I play are incredibly fun or very challenging, the piano is like my home and my center. When I am working on music theory things I don't envision a saxophone or a guitar, I think of a piano because that's what comes natural to me.

What are you planning to study at CNU this fall?

At CNU, I am planning to study Applied Physics. I love science and in my Junior year of High School, I took my first physics class and absolutely loved it. I was the person all my friends got help from, and the one who had A's all year long. It inspired me to take AP Physics my senior year and helped me decide what I was interested in for college.

What's your biggest learning lesson or experience from your internship so far?

In the beginning of my internship, Fr. Scott+ had me make a list of goals and things I was hoping to get out of this internship. The first thing on my list was to have a deeper understanding of the structure of the Anglican church and how it compared to the structure of the Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, and other churches. Fr. Scott+ and I had a fascinating conversation about that exact thing a few days ago and it was incredibly interesting. I now understand more about the Diocese and how Diocese work in the Anglican church, Archdiocese in the Catholic church, the structure of the Session in the Presbyterian church compared to the Vestry in the Anglican church, and just general practices and differences in liturgy. I have learned more about church structure, liturgy, and the significance of symbols, vestments, and practices than I ever thought I would and I am so grateful for the opportunity to have done that.

How can we pray for you when you go away to college?

I think the biggest thing is probably to pray for peace of spirit and mind as I am making this transition to independence and being self-sufficient. I don't think I am nervous or scared for what I am about to begin, but I do know that there will be times when I will miss being home. I would also like prayer for clarity when I am making decisions that will alter the path of my future. I am still quite undecided when it comes to where I see myself after higher education.

Stephen Ministry Training Begins in August

A new Stephen Ministry training course will begin on Sunday August 22, from 2-4:30 PM. We will start out on Zoom and decide together when to begin meeting in person.

Classes are every Sunday through February 27, 2022, except for Sunday’s that fall on or near major holidays.

You will be equipped with relationship skills that will serve you well as a Stephen Minister, in your marriage, with friendships, and in any relationship you have!

Please contact Deacon Julie Tilton for an application.

Sign Up to Serve at the Food Giveaway September 11

Ready to serve our community again?  Saturday, September 11 is another opportunity to give food away to our neighbors in need. What a blessing to provide non-perishables as well as fresh chicken and fresh produce (including vegetables from our own church gardens!) to every family who comes. Whether you have served previously or are looking to get involved for the first time, there are plenty of opportunities to jump in and serve.

Sign up to serve and experience the joy of giving firsthand. 

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We are also accepting donations leading up to September 11. You can drop off your donations at the church office.

Food items most needed:

• Cans of fruit (esp. pineapple or fruit cocktail)

• Breakfast items (pancake mix and/or cartons of oats)

• Cornmeal (esp. instant, which is often called Maseca or masa instantanea)

• Canned vegetables

• Canned chicken

• Soups (esp. non-condensed)

• Treats (like cookies, cake mix, chips, etc.)

• Fresh fruits, vegetables, and bread will be collected Friday, September 10, between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Please pray! This ministry belongs to God and only through Him are we able to make a difference in the lives of others.

Thanks again for all your support! If you have any questions, please contact Tammy at FoodPantry@AllSaintsWoodbridge.org.

“Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor” (Proverbs 22:9).

Sign Up to Serve a Meal to the Homeless July 25-31

All Saints’ Church is scheduled to provide meals to the Hilda Barg Homeless Prevention Center July 25-31.

If you are praying about providing a meal for Hilda Barg during the week of July 25-31, 2021, please note that the themes and meal ideas presented on Perfect Potluck are suggestions to ensure we provide a wide variety of meals during the week. If you prefer to come up with your own meal idea for that day's theme, please feel free to prepare that meal. Just annotate what you're bringing so we all know.

Thank you again for your generous support to those in need.
Click here for meal delivery instructions.

Click on a date below to see how you can help:

The Hilda Barg Homeless Prevention Center, operated by Northern Virginia Family Services, is a 30-bed family shelter open 24/7 year-round. Services include: Family Emergency Shelter, Case Management, Housing Location Services, and Emergency Food Assistance.

Location: 14945 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Woodbridge

VBS Celebration Sunday and Picnic!

All are invited this coming Sunday, July 25, 11 a.m. to our Treasured VBS Celebration Sunday service! We have nursery care for our youngest, age 5 and under, as needed.

The children are invited to wear their VBS shirts. We will sing our VBS songs all throughout the service, and the VBS decor will still be up for the kids!

Following the service, everyone is invited to stay for the VBS Celebration Picnic at about 12:30 p.m. Make sure to bring your own lawn chairs! We will have hot dogs, chips, watermelon, cake, and ice pops. We will also enjoy a few VBS games, music, and a Slip ‘n Slide (prepare the kids to be wet!). We will have small baby pools for our wobblers and toddlers.

If you have witnessed or suspect the abuse of a child or vulnerable adult: