Contemplative Service Series

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2026 Contemplative Service Series

The All Saints Contemplative Service Series offers sacred space for reflection, prayer, and stillness. Through the gentle rhythms of music from Taizé, Iona, and Cursillo—alongside new prayers and songs—we create room for both silence and sound, joy and lament.


This is an invitation to pause amid the world's hurry: to breathe deeply, to listen, and to rest in God's presence. As Brother John of Taizé writes, "It is a time to rest in God, to let the words listened to and sung penetrate one's being."




A Contemplative Service: Epiphany Evensong

Wednesday, February 4

6:00pm

This evensong in the Epiphany season will be presented by the choirs in the All Saints Choir School. Blending the choral traditions of evensong with the intimate setting of our All Saints Contemplative Service series, this sacred service will give space for beautiful, light-filled, meditative evening prayer.


Lenten Contemplative Service

Wednesday, March 18

6:00pm

This reflective Lenten Contemplative Service is shaped by prayer, song, and gentle space for the soul. Children and youth from the All Saints Choir School will join with other musicians to offer music that invites us into the depth, beauty, and self-examination of this season. Through stillness, scripture, and musical offerings, we will journey together toward renewal and hope as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Holy Week. All are welcome to rest, listen, and reflect in this sacred time.



Contemplative Service for Pride Month: Celebrating Diversity in God's Children

Wednesday, June 3

6:00pm


Join All Saints for this joyful contemplative service to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the wonderful diversity in God’s family. With reflection, silence, exuberant song, and prayers we will lift each other up and celebrate our calling to love others as Christ loved us.



A Contemplative Service of Remembrance for All Souls and All Saints

Wednesday, November 4

6:00pm

Choirs in the All Saints Choir School help present music in this contemplative service. Through prayer and silence, light, and music we remember and celebrate the lives of those who have died. At the service, you may bring a photo of your loved one for the altar and/or light a candle for them. You may also submit the name of your loved one to be read in the service. To submit a name the week before the service, email office@allsaintsbhm.org


Advent Contemplative Service: A Space for Pain, Reflection, and Healing

Monday, December 21

6:00pm

This liturgy is created for those who face challenges during the holiday season. Whether from the loss of a loved one, strained relationships, health issues, or other difficulties, come find a space for rest, reflection, and hope as we acknowledge both the struggles and the light within this season. All are welcome. 



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