10/18/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Evil at Our Doorstep Dear All Saints Parish Family, Since early September and in fever pitch now, the American cultural vibe has been to push Halloween themes.  Some of this is wonderful and helps us mark the changing of seasons.  Some of it needs to be avoided at all costs.  Pumpkin Spice, harvest themes, sweater-weather, … Continued

10/11/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Principles for Voting like a Catholic Come Holy Spirit… Dear All Saints Family, Election season is at its fever pitch, and it’s usually the most divisive “moment” of every four years.  Human lives are at stake, power dynamics are at play, and we’re led to believe that the election of the “other” will mark the … Continued

10/4/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Festivities Are Coming It’s somehow October.  I have no idea how, but it’s here.  And that means that the floodgates are about to open on so many incredible celebrations! First, take a look at the saints on the calendar this month…there’s some heavy hitters!  This month has the feast days of St. Thérèse, the Guardian … Continued

9/27/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Rise Against Hunger Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 14…All Saints is partnering with Rise Against Hunger to help end hunger! Rise Against Hunger is an organization on the front lines of the food shortage crisis in many parts of the world.  As their mission states, “Rise Against Hunger is a growing global movement to … Continued

9/20/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Who You Gonna Call? Do you know that we have a Sacramental Emergency Line?  Fr. Tan and I take turns carrying a special cell phone for just this purpose.  Do you know how and when to use it?  I’m here to shine some light on this critical aspect of Sacramental Ministry at All Saints. First, … Continued

Adult Choir

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Interested in joining the All Saints Parish Adult Choir? The Choir meets on Wednesday’s from 7-8pm in the choir room. An advance meeting including singing for the Music Director is required before showing up for rehearsal. Please contact Bernie at Bernie@allsaintsdunwoody.org or call 770-393-3255, ext. 115 to arrange an audition.

Sacristans Needed

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We are looking for a few volunteers to serve as sacristans at Mass in order to help set up and prepare for the Holy Mass. If you are interested please reach out to liturgy@allsaintsdunwoody.org.

Kids Praise Choir

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The All Saints Kids Praise Choir is back! The All Saints Kids Praise Choir is back! Open to children in 2nd grade and up (unchanged voices), the choir will rehearse on Thursdays from 4-4:45pm in the Parish Choir Room (PSR/Administration Building). The choir will sing at a Sunday Mass once a month (to be determined). If … Continued

9/13/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Deus Providebit! (God will provide!) Dear All Saints Family, Thank you so very much for the warm welcome last weekend! I am truly grateful for the opportunity to meet so many of you and learn a little about your backgrounds as well. It makes me so excited for everything that this upcoming year will offer. … Continued

EDGE Needs Volunteers!

Are you interested in sharing your faith with the youth? Consider joining EDGE CORE team! We meet on Wednesdays twice a month from 6:15-8:15pm. If you love the Lord and desire to share that love with teens, this is perfect for you! Please reach out to Megan if you are interested at mengelen@allsaintsdunwoody.org.

9/6/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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Newness Abounds Dear All Saints Family, The Lord Jesus proclaims that He makes all things new (see Revelation 21:5), and He is working overtime here at our little slice of His Kingdom! Some great updates to share with you all: 1) Restore and Renew, 2) Blessed Carlo, 3) Our new Middle School Youth Minister, and … Continued

Monthly Moms Fellowship

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Preschool Monthly Moms Fellowship, a special opportunity for preschool moms to grow in faith, build community, and connect with one another. Join us from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in the Scout Hut as we come together to read and discuss “Walking with Purpose” and pray for … Continued

Preschool Amazon Wishlist

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Dear Parents, As we embark on another exciting school year, we’re eager to continue providing the best possible environment for our children to learn, grow, and thrive. To help us enrich our classrooms with engaging toys and essential supplies, we’ve created an Amazon wishlist. If you’d like to support our efforts, we warmly invite you … Continued

8/30/24 Padre’s Points to Ponder

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A Catholic Way to Celebrate Labor Day Growing up in New Jersey “back in the day,” Labor Day was always the last hurrah of summer break before school started again…a day thus marked with a certain amount of sadness, even as we were celebrating.  My family would go to the public pool one last time, … Continued

Pilgrim Statue Program

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Because not everyone can go to Fatima Our Most Gracious Mother will come to you! The Legion of Mary is excited to announce our Lady of Fatima Pilgrim Statue program coming to All Saints. This program offers all parishioners a unique opportunity to have our Blessed Mother come to you. A beautiful way to draw … Continued

Seminarian Sean’s Goodbye

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Dear All Saints Parish Family, After an amazing year serving here at All Saints it is with great sadness that I prepare to leave what has become my home. This past year has been an absolute gift from the Lord and I find myself marveling at all of the ways the Lord has shown his … Continued

Adoration Guardian Needed

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Please consider joining the Adoration Ministry and sign up to spend an hour each week in the church with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. We have an immediate need for the 6pm hour on Wednesdays. Call or text Dana at 404-406-0850.

Padre’s Points to Ponder 8/16/24

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Padre from Spain You may have noticed over the past week or so that this is a towering, Spanish-speaking priest with us here at All Saints. His name is Fr. Joaquín Hernandez from the Archdiocese of Madrid.  He is pastor of San Clemente de Roma in the southern part of the metropolis, a small parish … Continued

Padre’s Points to Ponder 8/9/24

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Sometimes Things Get Messy Though it was weeks ago, the National Eucharistic Congress is still bearing fruit… there’s a steady flame of fire in my heart, and I’m most grateful. A memory stirs that I think gives a beautiful spiritual insight beneficial to us all. So much of the Congress was impeccably planned and perfectly executed.  … Continued

“See the Saints!” and Other Updates

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Dear Friends in Christ, I really enjoy being able to share good news with you.  The Gospel, first and foremost, but also the good news of parish achievements and accomplishments.   During the month of June we announced an initiative to add sacred art in our church depicting the Saints.  After all, we are ALL SAINTS! … Continued