Salt & Light
“Salt & Light”
Sermon by The Rev. Brad Landry
February 5, 2023
Jesus tells his disciples you are the salt of the earth. Imagine a well seasoned steak or salted popcorn or those cookie fix cookies that have just the right amount of salt on them for that perfectly sweet taste. The world needs your seasoning, and in a time that seems very hazy, Jesus reminds us we are the light of the world.. and the world needs your light. I have discovered that at All Saints we are not plain vanilla, our feasts are tasty and our light is bright, and for that I say thanks be to God.
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MEMBERSHIP UPDATE IN PROGRESS: We need your help in updating our parish membership records! We realize that life brings changes, so we’ve made the process of providing updates and transitions for you and your family members a simple one. All you have to do is click, complete, and submit the form. That’s it! Please contact Summer Stough for more information at office@allsaintsbhm.org . Thank you for your participation and support! (If you’ve already completed the process recently through a phone call or submitted a hard copy form, then you do not need to do it again)
The Central Alabama Pride Parade is in Birmingham on June 14! Parade step-off is at 8:00pm and line-up starts an hour before. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Birmingham has invited other Episcopalians in the area to join them in participating. If you are interested, please register by filling out the form found on the cloister table and by signing the attached waiver, then return both to the Rev. Cindy Carter at All Saints. During the week before the event, we will send out additional details, including where to meet. We hope you will join us!
This summer at All Saints, we’re creating space and time to slow down, share memories together, and enjoy one another’s company. Whether it’s after worship services, during special midweek gatherings, or through shared stories and photos, there are plenty of chances to connect. Come be part of the fun and fellowship! SUNDAY, JUNE 8 Pentecost Sunday! The fellowship time after both morning and evening worship will be extra-special on June 8, as we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost . We will gather to take our annual parish photo and then enjoy cake and ice cream in the Great Hall. THURSDAY, JUNE 17 Burgers and Bingo:Burgers, bingo, prizes, and fun! Join us in the Great Hall on Thursday, July 17, at 6:00pm. There will summertime fun for everyone away from the heat and a great chance to get to know other parishioners. THURSDAY, JUNE 19 Screen on the Green: Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and come watch “Toy Story” on Terrell Commons at 7:00pm on Thursday, June 19. There will be popcorn, cold drinks, and fun for all ages. If the weather doesn’t cooperate with an outdoor showing, we will move into the Great Hall. JUNE 22-25 Vacation Bible School is June 22–25,! Join us as we travel back to ancient Israel to learn about Jesus! Register NOW ! JUNE & JULY Lemonade and Cookies: On Sundays in June and July, there will be lemonade and cookies after morning worship – out front on the patio, if weather permits, or in the Cloister. There will also be fellowship after Sunday evening worship on June 1 and on a Sunday in early July, volunteers needed. It will also be "Name Tag Sunday" every Sunday in June and July - a great opportunity to get to know fellow parishioners. VACATION PHOTOS Share your summer vacation and fun photos – whether it’s a stay-cation at home or a trip to faraway places. We’d love to see lots of All Saints smiling faces; there will be a board in the Cloister where you can post your photos. Email them to media@allsaintsbhm.org .
Join us this Thursday, May 29 at 12pm for an Ascension Day Eucharist in our Chapel. This service marks the conclusion of Jesus' post-resurrection appearances. It is the final elevation of his human nature to divine glory and the near presence of God. The Ascension is affirmed by the Nicene and Apostles' Creeds. The Ascension is celebrated on Ascension Day, the Thursday that is the fortieth day of the Easter season. It is a principal feast of the church year in the Episcopal Church (From the Episcopal Dictionary of the Church).
All Saints Episcopal Church is seeking a dedicated, experienced Preschool Director to lead our vibrant weekday preschool. This leadership role oversees daily operations, staff, curriculum, budgets, and compliance—while building a warm, inclusive community for children and families. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, has strong organizational and communication skills, and values collaboration within a faith-based setting. Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred Experience in education and leadership a must Full-time, year-round position Apply by sending resume and cover letter to: media@allsaintsbhm.org
*NOTE: There will by NO Monday School on Monday, May 26! We will resume on Monday, Jun 2 with discussion of chapter 5 of Bishop Budde’s book, How We Learn to be Brave. Everyone is welcome. Join Us for a Special Monday School Event Monday, June 9 at 6:00pm All are welcome to hear from The Rev. Carolyn Foster of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Greater Birmingham Ministries, and the Alabama Chapter of the Poor People’s Campaign. Rev. Foster will share the story of the Poor People’s Campaign and her work leading this movement in Alabama. She’ll be joined by three Yale Divinity School seminarians from Rev. William Barber’s class, who are working alongside her this June. Come learn from one of our own, someone making a real impact in Alabama and across the country. Hosted by Monday School. We hope to see you there.