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
Pre-orders are once again available this year in support of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex through November 21 to place your order, and be sure to include your name, address, and phone number. Checks should be made payable to “Knights of Columbus Council 11402”; please note that cash cannot … Continued
We’re looking for eight volunteers to help put out our new missals on Monday, November 24 at 10:15 am (after the 9am Mass). If you’re able to lend a hand, please email Jessica here. Thank you for your support!
There will be no Reconciliation on Saturday, November 22 due to the Men’s Redeemed Retreat. New Weekday Mass Schedule Beginning December 1 Thank you to everyone who participated in our weekday mass survey. Beginning Monday, December 1, our weekday masses will be as follows: WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE ADORATION RECONCILIATION
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
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
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 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
