Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The Second Vatican Council that convened in the early 1960’s sought to bring renewal to the life of the Church and to her evangelical mission. The very first thing the Council focused on was the celebration of the Liturgy, describing it as both “the summit toward which the activity … Continued
All of our Parishioners who have attended a CHRP and/or Welcome Retreat are invited to bring your family/guest to the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, November 9 followed by a brunch in the Social Hall. We encourage you to reach out to your friends you attended your retreat with and get them to join you! Sign up for … Continued
The SVdP Clothing Drive will once again be held this fall to replenish the thrift store with warm clothing. The greatest needs are socks, sweaters, coats, sweatshirts, jeans, and shoes. No summer clothes please. The SVdP volunteers and truck will be in the lower parking lot. Thank you for you generosity!
Padre’s Points to Ponder – 10/31/25 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, At the time of this writing, the island nation of Jamaica is preparing for a direct hit of a massive and powerful hurricane. By the time you read this, the storm will likely be dissipating out in the Atlantic somewhere, having wrought immense destruction … Continued
All Masses Return to the Church: We are back in the Church! All masses will be celebrated in the Church beginning this weekend with the 8:30am Mass. Upcoming Schedule Friday, October 31 –Adoration will end at 2pm. Reminder – 12:15pm Mass Coming to an End: Our final 12:15pm Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, … Continued
Padre’s Points to Ponder – 10/24/25 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, WELCOME BACK TO THE CHURCH! I want to use this week’s bulletin article to highlight some of the changes you’ll notice as you come back to Mass in the church this weekend. First, on entering, you’ll notice the narthex has received a tremendous … Continued
Discover a moment of peace and reflection in our chapel (when you enter the church to your left). It’s a welcoming space to quiet your mind and connect spiritually. No experience or preparation is needed; just come as you are. Even a brief visit can offer profound calm and clarity. Join us every Wednesday and Friday. Access … Continued
It’s time again for the women’s event of the year, Advent by Candlelight, Friday, December 5. Our speaker for the evening is Sara Booster. She is a graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville and has a “self-proclaimed Carmelite heart with a Franciscan foundation.” Sara will be inspiring us with a talk entitled Joyful Mysteries in Faith … Continued
For over 30 years, All Saints parishioners have been participating in the Homeless Shelter Ministry. Every winter season from November through March, we provide hot meals and bagged lunches to homeless men spending the night in two downtown Atlanta church shelters – Central Presbyterian and The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, serving approximately 100 men per night. We are very fortunate to have so many volunteers offer their help year after … Continued
New Ministry at All Saints The mission of the Vocation Awareness Ministry (VAM) at All Saints is to create a vocation-friendly environment within our parish and the souls entrusted to us. We pray the Holy Spirit inspires in us a life of holiness and discernment of the will of God in our lives. Parishioners are … Continued
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Since I preached about gratitude last weekend, it’s super fitting to put those words into action and show some myself. A team of industrious and tireless laborers have been hard at work since mid-August dealing with the consequences of our ceiling condensation issue. They had the task of completely … Continued
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, There are some times when a priest is needed right away, and knowing when and how to call the priest can make the difference in bringing Our Lord’s mercy and presence to a soul in great need. Sacred Scripture even commands it. St. James the Apostle in his epistle … Continued
We had an amazing first few weeks of preschool and couldn’t be more excited about the journey ahead! The preschool children have already shown so much curiosity, creativity and gentle kindness and it has been a joy getting to know each one of them and grow strong relationships! The children have been exploring their classrooms, … Continued
The cherished All Saints Catholic Church Pumpkin Patch, hosted by the Knights of Columbus, is back for its 14th year! The patch will be open daily through October 31, weekdays from noon to 7pm and weekends from 9am to 7pm. Every purchase directly supports local charitable efforts, so gather your family and friends to celebrate … Continued
The Preschool at All Saints Prayer Blanket Ministry shares God’s love through handmade blankets created by our children and staff, prayed over, and blessed by Fr. Michael. These blankets are gifted to families with newborns and to those facing physical or emotional challenges. Parishioners are invited to help by making blankets, donating fabric (email for … Continued
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, This week on October 4th, the Church celebrates St. Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in our Catholic tradition. St. Francis is often pictured surrounded by birds, deer, or even a friendly wolf, and rightly so: he had a deep reverence for all of God’s creation. … Continued
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As a relatively young man, I haven’t had many experiences of losing close loved ones. While I keenly miss my grandparents, I am blessed with having my parents and all my siblings still with us. And while the priesthood gives frequent insight into the sting of loss as … Continued
Msgr. Fennessy’s Funeral Arrangements The viewing will be Wednesday, September 24, at 6pm at St. Jude the Apostle Church, 7171 Glenridge Dr, Atlanta. The Vigil Service will follow at 6:30pm. The funeral Mass will be Thursday, September 25, at 10am at the Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Rd, NE, Atlanta. Burial will follow … Continued
Still Searching For Adult Assistance Saturdays Fr. Michael calls The Rescue Project “the most compelling presentation of the Gospel I’ve encountered.” Simply put, it’s an experience of the gospel surrounded by food, conversation and prayer. This experience is imbued with beauty, authentic humanity, and accompaniment. Fr. Michael is hosting a Saturday evening group specifically focused on … Continued
The All Saints Widowed group meets on the third Thursday of the month at 5pm for dinner in the Dunwoody area. Every member receives an Evite stating the date, time, and location of the restaurant for that month’s dinner. An email address is needed to respond to the Evite. Please note that this is not … Continued
