Moms in Prayer Starting March 6

The first Moms in Prayer meetup will be Monday, March 6, 7-8 p.m. Mothers and grandmothers invited! Moms in Prayer helps us pray powerfully, scripturally, and specifically for our children, young or grown, for our grandchildren, and for our child's school.

Whether you have never prayed out loud before, or have prayed for years in small groups, the experience of praying together with other moms in the prayer room of All Saints' Church will inspire, empower, and equip you in your relationship with Christ!

The first Monday of every month, 7-8 p.m., will be our time to come together as mothers of all ages, and all stages, in the ASC prayer room!

VBS Decor Day!

Daytime VBS Decor Day Monday, March 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Come help with VBS Decorations as we give ourselves plenty of time to create and decorate for 2023 Stellar VBS. Creativity not required! There are lots of little (but fun!) jobs to help out, with plenty of guidance. Refreshments served. All ages are welcome! RSVPs helpful to Tammy at tbailey4kids@aol.com or Tara at tpedersen@allsaintswoodbridge.org 

Children's Seder Meal March 19

Sunday, March 19, 9:45-10:45 a.m., is our tradition of the Sunday School Seder Meal. We will be treated to what has become an annual blessing for the children of All Saints’ Church, the Seder Meal teaching!  Children, ages mature 3 and up, are invited to come with their parents.  Upon arriving for the Seder teaching and meal, they will be directed to sit with their family.  The tables will be low to the ground and children will be seated on the floor with their parents.  Vestry member and Sunday School teacher, Dawn Smutz, will provide the instruction that accompanies each portion of the meal.  Children will be encouraged to try each food offering and participate in the reading of the scripture.  

All Saints' Musicians Meeting!

Are you a musician who has been an active part of the church for at least 6 months? Are you interested in being a part of the vocal and instrumental musicians here at All Saints’ Church? You are invited to two important meetings to discuss and prayerfully strategize regarding music ministry at All Saints’ Church in the coming months.

Doris and Sharon (who have been leading worship on an interim basis) will be participating in both meetings with. The first meeting will take place on Sunday, March 5 between the 8:15 and 11:00 am services. The second meeting will take place following the 11:00 am service on Sunday, March 12, with lunch provided. Both meetings will take place in the main church/sanctuary. Please bring your instruments.

Please invite others from our congregation who you know of who are either instrumentalists or who have a possible interest in singing. The only firm requirement is that each person needs to be a committed Christian who has been an active part of the life of All Saints (including regular Sunday attendance) for a minimum of 6 months.

Please RSVP directly to Fr. Scott+ for the March 12  meeting no later than Monday, March 6 so that we can plan accordingly for lunch. 

Archbishop Foley Beach's Statement on the Church of England

The Anglican Church in North America’s Archbishop Foley Beach recently released a statement responding to the Church of England’s General Synod and the recent developments that came out of that Synod.

Readings and Collect for Sunday, February 19 (Transfiguration)

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

A Testimony of God Working Through Bishop John

As Bishop John officially retires this Saturday, when Bishop-elect Chris Warner is consecrated, take a look at one testimony of how God has worked through Bishop John’s ministry. This article by our own, David Fawcett was published in InsideNova, and is a reflection and tribute to our retiring Bishop.

Recent Attender?

Have you started attending All Saints’ Church within the last several months? If so, we would like to properly welcome you with a brief meet and greet Sunday, March 5- immediately following the second service. Childcare is available and light refreshments will be provided. Come to get to know our clergy, and some of our staff members while learning about opportunities within our church!

Please contact Tara Pedersen if you would like childcare.

Prayer and Worship Hour

Sunday, February 26 we continue 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.

New Lent Adult Sunday School Class: He Chose the Nails

Come enjoy a cup of coffee in this small group session over the season of Lent! In He Chose the Nails. New York Times bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado will help us:

• Learn just how much God loves and cares for you.

• Take comfort that Jesus understands everything you face in this life.

• Remember that there’s nothing you can do to earn God’s gift.

• Stand firm in the promise that you are forgiven, and that you are welcome in God’s presence.  

  This group meets in the Creation Room in the children's wing. He Chose the Nails is starting February 26.

Ash Wednesday Children's Church & Craft

This is your family’s invitation for children to experience Lenten preparation with all their senses, and to create a welcoming space for God. During the Ash Wednesday Service at 7 p.m. children will make their own Lenten Box to take home to guide the family through activities that connect them to the story of Jesus, to follow and imitate Christ. Enjoy this take-home activity to experience Lent as part of a life of discipleship! Nursery is also provided.

Pray: During the Prayer and Worship Hour

There are two opportunities to come together in prayer during Lent: Sunday, Feb. 26, and Sunday, March 26 during the Fourth Sundays Prayer and Worship Hour. Join us as we pray for our congregation, community, and upcoming outreach events.

Lent Resources

Ash Wednesday is February 22, and marks the start of Lent, a season of repentance and self-examination as we walk toward the cross. Our clergy and staff have carefully cultivated this list of resources and Sunday offerings for you to enter into a holy Lent. Below you will find additional resources including devotionals, books, and online.

It Wouldn’t Be the Same Without You….

Ladies of All Saints’ Church, ages 16 and up, are invited to a women’s retreat held at All Saints’ Church on Friday evening, February 24th through Saturday, February 25th. 

This retreat will include time for worship, breaking bread (meals together—hooray!), fellowship, and quiet reflection—time to connect (or reconnect) with God, ourselves, and one another. We invite you to prayerfully hear our Lord’s call to set aside this time to meet with Him, to be renewed and refreshed in Him.

• Friday, Feb. 24 at 5 PM: Our international potluck supper begins  You are invited to contribute a dish/food representing your culture or country of origin,  or simply one of your favorites!  We’ll end the evening at 9:30.

• Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 AM: Breakfast begins (with plenty of delicious, healthy choices) First session begins at 9 AM and the retreat ends at 5:30 PM

Cost: $20.00. Scholarships are available. 

Questions or concerns? Get in touch with Sharon McKannon at 703-629-0732. Or email mckannons@aol.com 

Lord, thank you for offering us time with You—apart from our daily activities; time to rest, to listen, to receive Your gifts. Bless us richly, both individually and corporately.

New Small Groups Starting During Sunday School!

Discover the next step in your spiritual walk. Discover ways to connect with or go deeper with God. This Lenten season we will be doing a small group study in several small groups during the Education Hour (Sundays, 9:45-10:45). So, grab your favorite beverage and come join the discussion (Coffee and hot water for tea will be available in each room – if you want something else, bring it with you).

The groups will focus on Trevor Hudson’s Discovering Our Spiritual Identity: Practices for God’s Beloved. If you are not sure what the next step in your faith might be – Come! If you have been walking this journey of faith for a long time – Come! The study is designed for both individual reflection on your own and group sharing. Each setting will be a safe place to share what God is doing in your life and to support one another on this journey through Lent and beyond.

If you plan to join one of the groups, please sign up so we know how many books to order. The books are $15 and will be available at the first group meeting on Sunday, February 26. Hope to see you there!  

Prayer Room Coffee and Tour Feb. 26

Sunday, February 26 (after both services) Mother Valarie will be providing a coffee hour and a tour in the prayer room. This is the first Sunday in Lent and will start the season with a renewed focus on prayer! All are welcome whether you’ve never seen the prayer room before or have used it frequently in the past.

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner

Tuesday, February 21 is Shrove Tuesday and All Saints’ Church will be resuming the annual Pancake Dinner! The dinner will take place from 5-8 p.m. in the atrium. So that we know how much food to prepare, please RSVP to attend by Wednesday, February 15. Additionally, if you are available to set up (on Feb. 19) or serve (on Feb. 21) there is an option to sign-up to serve below!

Relief for Syria and Turkey

Anglican Relief and Development Fund is collecting funds for earthquake relief.

On Monday, February 6, two massive earthquakes struck southeast Turkey, killing thousands, injuring tens of thousands, and leaving devastation across a wide swath of the country and into northern Syria. ARDF is collecting funds for this disaster and is currently working to connect with partners on the ground. You can donate through All Saints’ Church to ARDF below. You can also bring a designated offering for the plate this Sunday (February 12) at both services.

ARDF will continue to provide updates on relief efforts on their website. In the meantime, you can support these efforts by donating to the Joseph Fund, and by keeping the people of Syria and Turkey in your prayers. 

Road to Resurrection Sign-ups!

Participate in the tradition of the Road to Resurrection Easter Weekend Family Event! Join in for a family and community outdoor Easter event filled with Bible-time experiences that will engage participants of all ages, right here on church grounds, including a baby animal petting zoo and Easter Egg Hunt!

This year, signups will be in the atrium at the Resurrection Kiosk on February 12 & 19, after Sunday services. All ages are needed to fill 13 scenes from the praising streets of Jerusalem to the celebrations at the empty tomb that first Easter morning! Costumed roles are asked to attend one mini-rehearsal (after Ash Wednesday) for one hour or less. The Road to Resurrection date this year is Saturday, April 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.!  Contact Tara with any questions.