The Humble Place God Chose to Reveal Himself On this Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, I invite our eyes to be drawn to the quiet, tender scene of Bethlehem once more: Mary, Joseph, and the Child Jesus gathered together in the humble shelter of a manger. It is an image of peace and … Continued
Padre’s Points to Ponder – 12/26/25 Dearest Brothers and Sisters in Christ, MERRY CHRISTMAS! Christ is born in Bethlehem, the King of Kings, Emmanuel, the Messiah, the Word of God “now in flesh appearing”. He is the cause of our joy and our hope, He is the source of faith and love. During this Christmas … Continued
Please consider volunteering as a Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound! This ministry is in need of volunteers to bring Holy Communion to one of two nursing homes we support in our community on Sundays and/or to parishioners in their homes. If you have the ability and feel open to serving in this regard, or simply would like to … Continued
Padre’s Points to Ponder – December 19 As this bulletin will serve for both the 4th week of Advent and for Christmas Day, my heart is drawn to reflect on the manger again…as it waits to receive the Newborn King. After St. Joseph and the Blessed Mother were denied room anywhere else in Bethlehem, they approached … Continued
Full-Time Parish Accountant (All Saints Catholic Church – Dunwoody, GA) All Saints Catholic Church in Dunwoody is seeking a full-time Parish Accountant to support the Pastor and Director of Operations with parish finance and accounting needs. This role is responsible for comprehensive financial management, reporting, and compliance with GAAP and Archdiocese/diocesan policies. Key Responsibilities Qualifications … 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
A Mission from All Saints to Benin, West Africa From Fr. Michael: “Parishioner Gray Plunkett has served as a lay missionary for decades. I am grateful our parish can accompany him in this important work of Bible translation. I encourage you to read his letter below to learn more about his mission in Benin, or … Continued
Padre’s Points to Ponder – 12/12/25 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Blessed Gaudete (Rejoice) Sunday to you all! Every Sunday, we walk through the doors of the church carrying many things with us: our joys and worries, our children and calendars, our successes and failures from the rest of the week. And yet, once … Continued
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Every year, we are reminded to “Keep Christ in Christmas,” but this 2nd Sunday of our Advent journey I want to invite us again to “Keep Christmas in Christmas”. Christmas is indeed a wonderful time of the year, but it is its own season, starting with the Vigil of … Continued
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Jesus Christ is King of the Universe. There is no higher authority or greater sovereignty than His. May He reign in my heart and yours, enthroned as the Matchless King for all eternity. As we celebrate this great feast day at the end of Ordinary Time, I wanted to … Continued
Dear All Saints parish family, Every man carries within him both strength and struggle, both the desire to lead, protect, and provide, but also wounds and weariness that can make faith and family life heavy at times. The Redeemed retreat, offered by the John Paul II Healing Center and hosted here at All Saints, is … Continued
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
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
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
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
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
