Follow Along a Pilgrimage of Pain and Faith

Susan Sams Baggott of All Saints’ Church will be walking a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago in Spain August 28- September 10! She invites you to join her virtually here as she walks a Pilgrimage of Pain and Faith. Here from Susan in her own words:

“Chronic pain leads to exhaustion and depression. It can be isolating and lonely in its cocoon of misery. But it doesn’t need to be. Millions of people suffer chronic pain. Follow along as I blog about the pilgrimage and the spiritual experience. Share your stories of encouragement and conquest along with me. Together, let’s build a community of support.”

We’ll be sure to follow along with her journey and we’ll be catching up with her afterwords to hear her thoughts and reflections on this incredible leap of faith!

The Fridge Sheet Returns This Sunday!

Sunday, August 28 the September Fridge Sheet will be available to the congregation! Make sure to pick yours up in the atrium or from the ushers because it includes a look at the opportunities for all ages beginning with the Fall Ministry Launch on Sunday, September 11.

No YouTube Livestream Sunday, September 4

Because of our guest speaker, who is a missionary from a sensitive region in the world, there will be no livestream available on YouTube Sunday, September 4. The video recording of the service will also not be available on YouTube. However, the audio from our guest speaker’s sermon will be available on the website in the days following the service.

Children's Ministry and Middle School Fall Preview Tables

It's a new season! Sunday, August 28 and September 4, stop by the Fall Preview and Signup Tables to register your child for the 2022-2023 Children's Ministry school year! There will also be a table for the new fall 6th and 7th grade Sunday School class. Get a preview of what’s coming up in Children’s Ministry and for Middle School students! Our Fall Ministry Launch begins Sunday, September 11. Registering your child updates your personal info, and helps us know generally how to form Sunday School classes and prepare for Children's Church numbers. Stop by the table for donut holes, fun tattoos for the kids, and check out our new fall plans! Get a preview of what’s coming up in Children’s Ministry and for Middle School students!

Bring Your Favorite Dish to Share with David & Lindsey!

Sunday, August 28 we will be honoring David and Lindsey McLendon after the 11 a.m. service for a potluck style celebration! Sign up here or click the button below to bring your favorite savory or sweet dish to share!

Sunday, September 4- Nursery Care Only

Due to the Labor Day holiday weekend, there will only be Nursery Care available during both services for children 0-5 years old. There will be no Sunday School for children, teens, or adults. Stay tuned for details on the Fall Ministry Launch on Sunday, September 11!

Storytime Park Day Fall Kickoff

The 'Back to Storytime Fall Kick-off' will be Thursday, August 25, 10 a.m. at Cloverdale Park! Bring your young children to enjoy a quality story, craft activity, juice & snack, and of course lots of outdoor playground time too. Storytime Park Day meets every Thursday morning, and indoors at All Saints’ Church on poor weather days.  To be added to the weekly email for story of the week, and updates, email Tara.

Readings and Collect for Sunday, August 21

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

Readings and Collect for Sunday, August 14

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

Deadline to Register! Foundations for Ministry Year 2: New Testament

Foundations for Ministry: Year 2 begins Sunday, September 11 from 4-6 p.m. and the deadline to register is approaching! Register by Wednesday, August 31 to participate in the year-long New Testament study.

Foundations is an adult small group Bible study course designed for those willing to make a commitment to daily Bible study. 

It is excellent opportunity for those who wish to deepen their understanding of Scripture and our Christian heritage.

The course is divided into two academic years with students committing themselves to one year of study at a time. 

The Fall 2022 study will be Year 2: New Testament.

• Participants must complete Old Testament Foundations (Year I) before they can take New Testament Foundations (Year II)!

• If you have completed Old Testament Foundations (Year I) in the past and would like to register to take (or retake!) New Testament Foundations (Year II), please register below.

A new group will form in the Fall of 2023 to study Year 1: Old Testament

Class will meet on Sunday evenings from 4-6 p.m. beginning September 11. Childcare is available upon request.

If you have further questions you can contact Jim Morrison or call the church office.

Prayer and Worship Hour

Sunday, August 28 is our fourth Sunday prayer and worship hour from 6-7 p.m. at All Saints’ Church in the sanctuary. Join us as we pray for our congregation, community, and upcoming outreach events.

American Heritage Girls Meet & Greet!

American Heritage Girls (AHG) 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. If you are interested in learning more about the AHG troop at All Saints', you are invited to a meet and greet on August 23. RSVP to Heidi Reichert for details. Email here or call/text: 571-247-8658

VBS T-Shirts and CD's Still Available!

Would you like a green VBS shirt with 'All Saints' Church Woodbridge' on the front? Extra sizes available in Small and Medium, for $10 each. (Sorry, size Large and XL are sold out). Monumental CD'S are also available for $7 each. Email Tara to order.

Thank You, VBS Volunteers!

MONUMENTAL thanks to all 55 volunteers that have served to make VBS come together so smoothly! So many hands and hearts, from decorating days in the school year to summer snack and craft prep days, to Crew and Station Leaders, to all the contributions in, around, before, during, and after! Each role made for a wonderful event leading our little ones to Jesus. The Lord revealed Himself in bringing the church body together in a beautiful blend of giftings, and many new families coming to ASC for the first time, both during VBS and on VBS Celebration Sunday. Thank you again to each individual that gave to VBS! With our Sunday, Storytime, MOPS, and AHG ministries, we will be able to continue our relationships in discipling children for Jesus! What an AWESOME GOD we serve!

Tara Pedersen

Children’s Ministry Director

All Saints’ Church

August Food Giveaway!

Saturday, August 13, is another opportunity to give food away to our neighbors in need. We have been averaging more than 200 people collecting food at each food giveaway! There is a real need in our community, and God is orchestrating a way for us to work together to share his love by meeting that need.

It is vacation season so we could really use the help of all of you who are in town next week. Volunteers are needed Thursday (sorting food), Friday (at the perishable food drive and helping with set-up), and Saturday at the giveaway. Sign up to serve and experience the joy of giving firsthand!

It is a blessing to provide non-perishables as well as fresh chicken and fresh produce to every family who comes! As always there are specific foods we need donated each month.

Food items most needed:

• maseca

• cartons of oats

• pancake mix

• soups

• corn

• pasta sauce

• rice

Bread, fresh fruit, and vegetables will be collected Friday, August 12 between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 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.

“You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.”

Deuteronomy 15:11

Let's Taco 'bout Children's Ministry Leaders!

Be a part of the Children's Team! Come enjoy a taco salad or your favorite taco as you hear about our exciting Fall plans for the Children's Wing. Whether you are willing to serve as a "helping hands" assistant, want to be an involved parent, or are a teacher at heart, all are invited!

• When: Thursday, September 1 @ 6:30 p.m.

RSVP to Tara.

No Sunday School or Children's Church this Week

Because of the VBS celebration service this Sunday, there will be no Sunday School or Children’s Church! We will celebrate the Monumental Vacation Bible School at one service at 10 a.m. Wear your VBS shirt or picnic attire. The picnic will follow the 10 a.m. service and include a moon bounce, slip-n-slide, watermelon, hotdogs, and so much fun!