Commissioned and Sent
"Commissioned and Sent"
Sermon by The Rev. Cindy Carter
July 6, 2025
Jesus set his face toward Jerusalem, marking a turning point that begins the journey to the cross and resurrection. Along the way, he sends 70 followers in pairs to spread the good news, emphasizing prayer, trust in God, singularity of purpose, and peaceable behavior. Though success is uncertain, their joy comes not from results but from their identity as God’s people, just as newly baptized Miley and Hazel are sealed and commissioned to begin that journey of faith.
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Have you learned how to play Mahjong but need a consistent group to keep up your knowledge of the game? Do you like to meet different people at All Saints and gather in fellowship? Well, open to all ages and genders, meet the Mahjong Squad, a group that meets 2-3xs a month at All Saints to play Mahjong. There will be two meetings in September! More details to come. If you are interested in joining the Group Me list, text Emily Holm at emilyeholm@gmail.com
Feeling caught in the middle? Not fresh out of college, but not quite in your 60’s yet? The Happy Mediums group is just for you! We’re a community of 30–50 year olds who gather once a month for fellowship and fun. The Happy Mediums is having a Kickoff Party, Saturday, September 19th at 2:30pm. Team spirit and football fits encouraged! Children are welcome! Email Ranie at rneislar@allsaintsbhm.org for the address. Another Round with Woody Register on September 27th. Join us from 3pm-5pm in the Great Hall for another series on his work at Sewanee with ‘The Roberson Project.’ The project encompasses Sewanee’s historical ties to slavery and the work of building a more honest future. We look forward to having you join us and welcoming Woody Register back! For more information, email rneislar@allsaintsbhm.org.
In September, the Brew Crew will visit Ferus Artisan Ales in Trussville on Thursday, September 3rd. The address is 101 Beech St Suite 111, Trussville, AL 35173. There is plenty of parking close by and a number of restaurants in the mall area around Ferus. Ferus also has a great kitchen onsite as well. We will meet at Cahaba Brewing on Thursday, October 1st at 6:00 PM. The address 4500 5th Ave South Building C, Birmingham, Alabama 35222. There is an onsite food truck, The Current , at Cahaba.
The Choir BBQ is Sunday, September 13 ! Join us in the Great Hall for lunch following the 11:00 service. The Adult Choir will be serving BBQ pork, buns, baked beans, slaw, brownies, and lemonade. Hot dogs will be available for kids.To-go plates will be available after both the 8:30 and 11:00 services. Whole Pork Butts: $50 (order by 9/9) Family Meals for 4: $40 (order by 9/9) Individual Plates: $11 (eat-in or to-go; no reservation required) Click the button to place your order for Whole Pork Butts and Family Meals for 4. Contact Melanie Couch at mcouch@allsaintsbhm.org with any questions. All proceeds benefit the Adult Choir Music Ministry.
Why We Can't Wait by Martin Luther King
Blast Off with the Adult Choir! Come be a part of the New Generation of choir members!! We need you to step up and boldly go where so many great singers have gone before. Come to Choir Camp, come to a rehearsal, don that robe and grab a black folder, and sing to the Lord a new song! Talk to Melanie ( mcouch@allsaintsbhm.org ) or any Adult Choir member about giving it a try. Musicians of all skill levels are welcome. You are welcome even if singing in a choir would be a brave new world for you! Choir Camp is at Camp McDowell August 28-30 (the same weekend as the Parish Retreat). You can come for any part of the weekend to explore this final frontier. Wednesday rehearsals are 6:30-8:30 each week starting on September 2. Anyone is welcome to check it out!