Confident & Grateful: The Spirit of All Saints

A sheet of music with the words he walks with me on it

Dear All Saints Family,


As many of you have heard, our Rector, Brad and our part-time Associate Priest, Cindy, will both be leaving in July. We wish them well and will celebrate their ministry among us on July 13th immediately following the 10:00 am service. 


While this summer is a time of transition, we write with confidence and gratitude, knowing that the spirit of All Saints remains strong. Since 1928, our parish has seen many seasons of change, always sustained by God’s love and our care for each other. 


This time will be no different. Our ministries will keep changing lives inside and outside our walls, and our dedicated staff will continue their excellent work without interruption.

We have many fun dates to look forward to! Please join us for Burgers and Bingo on July 17th at 6:00 pm. The annual Blessing of the Backpacks will be on August 3rd and 10th. On September 7th, make sure to attend Game Day, where team All Saints comes together to learn about all of our wonderful ministries and how to become more involved.


We are grateful for the guidance and support of Bishop Curry and her diocesan staff, who are working closely with the vestry to ensure that all aspects of church life and administration are well cared for during this interim period.


Plans are underway to welcome clergy who will preach and celebrate with us on Sundays until an interim rector is in place. Clergy leadership will provide support and guidance to our staff. Bishop Curry has scheduled a meeting on July 14 with vestry to discuss specifics. 


If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us or any vestry member. We are here for you and will keep you updated as plans develop. 


Thank you for your faithfulness, prayers and trust as we walk this journey together. We are excited to see where God is leading us. 


In Christ’s love,

Martha Bains, Senior Warden

Alexa McElroy, Junior Warden


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