All Saints’ Episcopal Church
October 2010
The Bell Tower
Reisterstown Parish
A Letter from Father David And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not neglecting to meet together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another‐‐and all the more as you see the Day approaching. (Hebrews 10:24‐25) Dear All Saints’ family,
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Vision Statement: All Saints’ strives to be a place where people come to know Jesus Christ, are transformed to His glory, and become witnesses to God’s unchangeable word.
I had a man in my parish in California who always bid people goodbye with the phrase; “See you in church”. He was faithful in attendance and in some ways his ‘see you in church’ was a friendly reminder for others to make sure their Sunday mornings began in the house of the Lord. Whenever you see the word ‘church’ in the New Testament it literally refers to the assembly (ecclesia) of God’s people and never a building or structure. Therefore the assembling or gathering of God’s people can take place at any time and in various places. Putting our faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior makes us Christians, assembling together in His name makes us a “Church”. Unfortunately all too often we are faced with the choice to either gather together in Christ’s name or to spend our time doing other things that seem more impor‐ tant. Families are especially confronted with such choices. Nevertheless if we consider ourselves to be part of God’s church then we are charged to “not neglect meeting together as some are in the habit of doing”.
Inside this issue:
In the Book of Acts we learn that the believers devoted themselves to meeting together for the Apostle’s teaching, for fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. These are the very things we promise to do in our baptismal vows. Believ‐ ers didn’t just meet together on Sunday mornings for worship, although that is our first priority, but whenever it was possible to gather. All of the four mentioned aspects of our common life give us occasion to receive Christ into our midst and to build one another up.
God’s Invitation
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Stewardship Corner
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Events ‐ Talent Show Form
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Get INvolved, ReachOUT
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Highlighted Events
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Congratulations
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Calendar of Events
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Closing
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Fr. David+
At All Saints’ we have ample opportunities on a weekly basis for teaching and learning, fellowship, sharing the Lord’s Supper, and prayer. We also schedule spe‐ cial times for such gatherings such as the Fall Festival, our picnic, shared meals, and musical events. I hope that we don’t just brush them off as unnecessary addi‐ tions to our crowded activities but precious moments when we can spur each other on, enjoy one another’s company, and welcome Christ in our midst. Prior to filling up the days on your calendar check out what is going on at All Saints’. We really miss you when you are not here.
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Women, Men, and October 23rd? Women, You’re invited! RSVP now for our Women’s Re‐ treat on Saturday, October 23rd from 9:00am to 3:oopm at the Inn of the Shepherd. The cost per person is $35 which includes lunch. Barb Stiegler will guide us in a spe‐ cial day of fun, relaxation and “gal‐ship” reflection. Please RSVP with Sally Kalbach. We can’t wait to see you there! Men, You’re Invited! Please join us for our Men’s Fellow‐ ship Breakfast in Groff Hall on Saturday, October 23rd beginning at 8:30am or around there..., The cost per per‐ son is , well, nothing, which includes breakfast. How‐ ever, we would like you to have some cash in your wallet to donate to the cause. Some great speaker from some great place will speak to us in inspirational ways. Please RSVP with... yourself... and JUST SHOW UP ON TIME! Hmmm? I wonder who is going to get the car?
Want to help with an All Saints’ Annual Event?
When:
January February March/April May June June/July/August September October November December
What:
Who to Join:
Annual Meeting Light Breakfast
Vestry – All Committees
Pancake Supper
Youth Group
Lenten Supper
Fr. David ‐ Hospitality Committee
Senior/Youth Dinner
Men’s Fellowship (Mothers Day Weekend)
Rummage Sale
Women’s Ministry
Picnic
Bible Study ‐ Tuesday AM & Home‐based – Music Ministry
Homecoming ‐ pot luck
Hospitality Group
Fall Festival
Vestry – Children’s Ministries
Talent Show
God’s Older Children
Advent Tea
Janet Stenner – Bible Studies – Altar Guild Outreach Committee
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Stewardship Corner Bill and I have been attending All Saints’ Church for about ten years. Over that time we have seen so many wonderful gifts that our church has to offer our church home and community. I have been a witness to the Lord’s never ending love and support for all of us. Now, let me share areas of ministry that recently enriched my life and family. One beautiful gift this church has is the honest belief in the need of individual and group prayer. Let me relate a recent event in my life. About two years ago, our family experienced a scare we never imagined would happen. Our godchild, Brooke, was diagnosed with renal cancer at age 24. The fear of the diagnosis was paralyzing. I was scared and fear took my ability to even pray. It was at that time so many at All Saints’ gathered around. They held me when I cried and prayed when I could not. Soon a prayer shawl was sent from the All Saints’ Prayer Shawl Ministry. Brooke was over‐ whelmed that someone she didn’t know would say a prayer for her with each stitch. God was so gracious to me. I felt His presence so strongly. With all your prayers and Brooke’s faith, surgery went very well. The tumor was removed in one piece and the disease had not spread. The surgeons were baffled as the tests and x‐rays told a different story. The Prayer Shawl Ministry provided a wonderful avenue to witness the hope and comfort of our Lord and Savior. Thank you so much for this amazing ministry. Most of you know that last year my Mother came to live with us at the age of 92. She has dementia and each day is a challenge. Bill and I bring her to church on Sundays and various events. How warm and attentive everyone has been to her. Thank you for those that take the time to sit and talk with her during events and coffee hour. She also attends the Tuesday evening Women’s Bible Study group. Knowing my mother’s special needs, each member has always made Mom feel included. All Saints’ has been blessed with so many wonderful people. Bill and I talk often about how much this church is beginning to impact so many lives as we see the continued growth of our church family. We are all called to continue supporting all ministries of this church. God has also called us to reach outside of our church family and do more outreach in our community and world. Already All Saints’ has affected people halfway around the world in Africa and more recently, Haiti. This outreach and all of the other ministries that we offer will need ongoing financial support and your individual talents to continue. Now to the part I have no trouble sharing….my monetary support of All Saints’. I must admit that when we made a commitment to tithe again this year I was concerned about fulfilling it. Bill was forced into retirement last year and our income was dramatically affected. Then I remembered Father David telling us to put our concerns in God’s hands and He will provide for us. I took that “leap of faith” and never looked back. I feel good that I support all areas of All Saints’ Church so others may benefit like so many of our families have. As we now enter into another Stewardship Campaign, Bill and I invite you to take some time to pray for the many bless‐ ings and areas of ministry in our church that have impacted so many lives. Consider where you would like to participate. Think hard about how your time, talent and pledge will help All Saints’ Church fulfill its purpose in the community and world. Be a part of this future. Join us in supporting All Saints’ Church this year. God Bless, Bobbi Hauck
Advent Dinners Hosted by Inn of the Shepherd Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Wednesday, November 10, 2010 $24 per person Please RSVP with Barb and Doug Stiegler 410‐922‐0712 Directions can be found at http://www.innoftheshepherd.org/directions.htm
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Baked Goods Kid’s Activities Scarecrow Parts Attic Treasures Crafts Lunch
God’s Older Children Presents THE ANNUAL ALL SAINTS’ TALENT SHOW Nov. 6, 2010 at 7:00 in Groff Hall
Fill out this form and return it to the church office. NAME(S) OF PERFORMER(S):
PHONE NO. OF CONTACT PERSON: _________________________________________ APPROXIMATE LENGTH OF YOUR ACT:
minutes
DESCRIPTION OF ACT: (sing, instrument, comedy, skit) Props and costumes are the responsibility of the performers. Depending on the number of acts, time limits may apply. Questions? Susan Ryder 410‐848‐5662.
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The Tenth Annual All Saints’ Open Winners The Tenth Annual All Saints’ Open was held on Saturday September 11th. It was a beautiful day for a change and 24 golfers teed it up. The winning foursome of Cede Rodgers, Bob McLean, Howie Marzolf and Ben Shifflet shot a 64 scratch, 60 with handicap. Three teams tied for second place shooting a handicap adjusted 62. The coveted “Last Place” trophy was won by the team of Bob Gonio, Dave and Dale Groth. The individual winners were; Jane Hienz and Dave Tingley for Long Drive and Susan Ryder and Dick Lynch for Closest to the Pin. The purchase of Mulligans raised $125.00 for Father David’s Discretionary Fund. The winning team did not need mulli‐ gans!! Hope you can join us next year! Winning Team
Reisterstown/Glyndon Community Blood drive
Trunk or treat
The next blood drive will be Saturday, October 23 from 7:45 am to 1:45pm, in Fellowship Hall at Reisterstown United Methodist Church, 246 Main Street. Schedule your donation with our sponsor, Meagan Thomas at 443‐527‐3342.
Sunday, October 31st from 5:00 ‐ 6:30pm, Youth for Truth will host the popular “Trunk or Treat”. All ages are invited to come for fun games, activities and refreshments. Afterwards, the con‐ gregation will have their trunks ready for treat delivery. Bring your families and neighbors. And remember, wear your non‐scary costume and decorate your auto trunk! Top voted trunk wins the big prize. Bring lots of treats to hand out to the kids **cough “Heidi” cough** If you don't have a car to decorate, claim your spot in the parking lot with a chair and go crazy!
Take this job and leaf it... Save the Date: Saturday, Novem‐ ber 20th we will once again rake, blow, sweep and any other method available, gather our leaves and dispose of them. As we did last year, we will bag or haul away the leaves ourselves in order to save money on disposal. I en‐ courage as many parishioners to please attend. This is a fellowship event as much as it is a steward‐ ship event. If I receive enough promise of attendance there will also be breakfast. Questions? Call John Rogers at 443‐421‐5116 .
PS The Stenners trunk is going to EAT the competition alive! And yes that is a challenge...
Sir John Everett Millais. Autumn Leaves. 1856. Oil on canvas. Manchester City Art Galleries, Manchester, UK The Bell Tower is edited by Jonathan and Tirzah Stenner. The deadline for submissions will be the 15th of the prior month. Please email all submis‐ sions to allsaints_church@verizon.net and mention “The Bell Tower “ in the subject line of your email. Thanks
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OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
WEDDING ANNIVERARIES
Look for All Saints’ Event Photos and Videos on our Facebook Group Page: Friends of All Saints’ Episcopal Church of Reisterstown
Frank and Lillian Mitchell will celebrate their 54th wedding anniversary on Thursday, October 28, 2010 (225 Bond Ave. Reisterstown, MD 21136-1314) Steve and Terry Kratz will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 (521 E. Nicodemus Road Westminster, MD 21157-7521)
Janet Lewis will celebrate her 80th birthday on Friday, October 1, 2010 (7200 Third Ave., Apt. C050 Sykesville, MD 21785-5238) Doris Gugel will celebrate her 80th birthday on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 (326 Lauren Hill Drive Reisterstown, MD 21136-6513) Douglas Falkner will celebrate his 84th birthday on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 (253 Oak Drive Orrtanna, PA 17353)
Note from the Parish Office: If you know of anyone who will celebrate their 80th birthday or older– or who will have a milestone wedding anniversary, please call the parish office to make sure we are aware of the information. Thank you.
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October 2010
Pentecost 19
Sun
Mon
Tue
3 9:00a Youth for Truth 11:00a Young Adults 12:30p God’s Older Ch. 7:30p Alanon 8:30p A.A.
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10 Bishop Rabb Visit 9:00a Youth for Truth 11:00a Young Adults 7:30p Alanon 8:30p A.A.
11 7:00p Prayer meeting, GH Prayer Room 7:30p R.O.G./GH
Wed
5 10:00a Bible Study 7:00p Vestry Planning 7:00p Women/FH 7:00p Men’s Fellowship 8:30p A.A.
6 10:00a Craft Workshop 7:00p Experiencing God 7:00p Youth Study 8:00p Choir Rehearsal
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
7 8 10:00a Experiencing God
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7:00p Vestry Mtg.
Pentecost 22/23 Pentecost 21 Pentecost 20
Set up for Fall Festival 9am ‐ 12pm 12 10:00a Bible Study 7:00p Vestry Planning 7:00p Women/FH 7:00p Men’s Fellowship 8:30p A.A.
13 10:00a Craft Workshop 7:00p Experiencing God 7:00p Youth Study 8:00p Choir Rehearsal
16
Fall Festival!
Set up for Fall Festival 9am ‐ 12pm 17 11:00a Young Adults 12:00p Youth for Truth 7:30p Alanon 8:30p A.A.
18 19 7:00p Prayer meeting, GH 10:00a Bible Study Prayer Room 7:00p Women/FH 7:00p Men’s Fellowship 8:30p A.A.
20 10:00a Craft Workshop 7:00p Experiencing God 7:00p Youth Study 8:00p Choir Rehearsal
21 22 10:00a Experiencing God
24 31 11:00a Young Adults 12:00p Youth for Truth 7:30p Alanon 8:30p A.A.
25 7:00p Prayer meeting, GH Prayer Room 7:30p Catonsville KC Board
27 10:00a Craft Workshop 7:00p Experiencing God 7:00p Youth Study 8:00p Choir Rehearsal
28 29 10:00a Experiencing God 7:00-9:00p Chartley Homeowners’ Assn./GH (J Hienz)
26 10:00a Bible Study 7:00p Women/FH 7:00p Men’s Fellowship 8:30p A.A.
Trick or Trunking
Schedule of Special Events •
14 15 10:00a Experiencing God 10:00a-3p Franklin Bell Tower Deadline Garden Club
Oct 10: Bishop Rabb’s last visitation to All Saints’
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Oct 13: Seniors on the Go Expo (see article)
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Oct 16: Fall Festival
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Oct 17: 12th Annual Cele‐ bration of the Commun‐ ion of Saints (All Saints’ Cemetery)
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Oct 23: Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
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Oct 23: Reisterstown/ Glyndon Blood Drive
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Oct 31: Trick and Trunk‐ ing (All Saints’ Parking Lot)
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7:30p Catonsville Kennel Club 30
All Saints’ Episcopal Church 203 E. Chatsworth Ave. PO Box 279 Reisterstown, MD 21136-0279
Non-Profit Org.
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Phone: 410-833-0700 Fax: 410-833-2352 E-mail: allsaints_church@verizon.net
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GOD CALLS HIS CHILDREN TO A LIFE OF GIVING
LOVE,
DEMONSTRATED FOR US BY JESUS. WE ARE ASKED TO
CARE FOR THOSE IN NEED, TO PREFER OTHERS AND TO EMBRACE SELFLESSNESS AT ALL COSTS. IT IS A CALL THAT WILL CHALLENGE AND CHANGE US. LET US GIVE LOVE.
“And this is love: that we walk in obedience to His commands. As you have heard from the beginning, His command is that you walk in love.” 2 John 1:6