March 11, 2010

All-Parish Lenten Series (as part of TNT): It's not too late to join us on Thursday nights.  Lenten Series dinner reservations:  If you are coming to the Lenten Series, you need to rsvp to Lisa Holland each week so that we can prepare the proper amount of food.  Contact her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Evening will last from 6:30-8:30.

Parishioner Information Sheets: We are trying to update our database.  Please complete and return your Parishioner Information sheet as soon as possible.  You may mail it to the office, drop it in the offering place, or hand it in at the Visitor Table.

Alpha Course volunteers: We would like to run an Alpha course, a practical introduction to the Christian Faith, in the fall.  Never to early to start planning…If you are passionate about this ministry, would like to help, or would consider being the team leader, please let Charlie+ know asap at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  You can learn more about the course on our website.

Looking for Children’s Church leader and a Youth leader: We are looking for two part-time people to work about 5 hours each week, one to run children’s church and one to work with our youth group once a week.  Both positions will be paid.  If you have any interest, or know of someone that might be suitable, please let Charlie+ know ASAP at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Looking for help with youth Sunday school: We would like to find one more parent/volunteer to help with our youth Sunday school as a backup.  Please notify Richard Ridlehuber at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Sunday Morning Servers: Karen Tracy is working on next quarter's schedule.  If you know of dates that you are not available, please contact Karen at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (note new email address).  If you are currently not serving but would like to, contact Karen and let her know.

Looking for help with pastoral care meals: We are looking for another family or too to help provide meals in pastoral care situations.  Please contact Freida Griffin at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Phase II office remodeling: We have raised $1,200 to date and need another $1,500.  Please make donations payable to ASCS and be sure to put “Phase 2 Office” in the memo line.

New Member Sunday and Reception on Sunday, 3/21: We will welcome six new members into our congregation in the service next Sunday.  There will be a reception and celebration afterwards at the church office.

Palm Sunday procession from courtyard on Sunday, 3/28: Great day to invite your friends.  Weather permitting, we will process into the service together as we participate in the Liturgy of the Palms.

Next Church Chat is Sunday, 3/28 at the Vensel’s home: New to All Saints?  You are invited to a lunch after the service on Sunday 3/28.  This is a time to get to know one another better, find out more about All Saints, and meet others that are new to the church.  Please RSVP to Charlie+ at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Wednesday 3/24.

Mark Your Calendars

• March 21st: New Member Sunday with reception following the service
• March 28th: Palm Sunday with Litany of the Palms
• March 28th: Church Chat at the Vensel's home for Newcomers
• April 2nd: Good Friday
• April 4th: Easter Sunday
• April 11th: Sam Hunter teaching and preaching

Serving Sunday March 14th

• Preacher: Charlie Vensel+
• Adult Sunday School: Charlie Vensel+
• Altar Set-up: Vivianne Carey
• Chalice Bearers: Will Ridlehuber, Rene Hutchins
• Coffee: Mike & Nora Bishop
• Food: Patti Bass
• Greeter/Sign-in Table: Tina Batchler
• Lector: Will Ridlehuber
• LEMs:  Richard Ridlehuber, Mike Smith
• Nursery: Leigh Ann Sherbert
• Prayer Intercessors: Sara Jones, Nora Bishop
• Sound: Mike Carey
• Ushers: Andy Hall, Kyle Tracy
• Video: Bill Beedon
• Visitor Table:  Robin LeRoy

Financial Brief Month to Date

• Cash on Hand:  $19,000
• AMiA Mission Grant:  $6,500
• Offerings Received:  $5,100
• Bills Paid:  $7,800
• Remaining Bills to be Paid: $11,000
• Upfit Receipts: $1,200

Attendance:

• March 7th: 78
• February 28th: 87
• February 21st: 78
• February 14th: 83

Staff & Volunteer Contact Info:

• Rev. Charlie Vensel, Sr. Pastor:  864-384-9707 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Nowell Copley, Worship Pastor:  864-497-8184 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• John Coan, Treasurer:  864-706-0581 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Betty Coan, Communications:  864-706-0582 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Karen Tracy, Lay Ministries Coordinator:  864-494-1576 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (Note new email address)

Council Contact Info:

• Richard Ridlehuber, Sr. Councilman: 864-579-3549 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Mike Bishop: 864-579-7909 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Andy Hall: 864-494-5237 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Bill Heacox: 864-474-0029 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Lisa Holland: 864-431-4425 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• Joe Spigner: 864-574-4323 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it