Weekly Note: Lent and Concert for the Human Family | All Saints Episcopal Church

This Sunday we observe the first Sunday in Lent with solemn, contemplative services that offer opportunity for reflection and self examination. We will pray The Great Litany at both services, chanting it at the 10:15am service.

The Great Litany is an intercessory prayer that dates back to the 5th century. Its use in church processions was ordered by Henry VIII when England was at war with Scotland and France. Because of its penitential tone, we continue to use an updated version of it on the first Sunday of Lent.

It's not too late to join the Immerse Bible reading group or the participate in the Wednesday Noon Eucharists and Boundless Compassion study (details below).

And don't forget to get your tickets for the Concert for the Human Family a week from today. Put on by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's office, this genre-crossing musical event bridges jazz, hip-hop, rock, bluegrass, and storytelling, featuring a piano virtuoso and a celebrated hip-hop artist. If you are able to help with hosting, please let Rev. Andria know.

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Welcome to All Saints – we are a community desiring to transform our lives through following Christ’s healing example of gentleness, humility, compassion, forgiveness, and peace toward all. If you are visiting Portland or if you are looking for a church home with an active intergenerational community, All Saints is a church where you will find a place of quiet reflection, or joyous celebration and fellowship. No matter where you are on your journey of faith, you will find there is a place for you here—just come as you are.

The Rev. Andria Skornik, Rector

The purpose of All Saints Church is to celebrate God’s love, to seek and to serve Christ in all persons, and to go forth into the world rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Your presence is a blessing regardless of your background, sexual orientation, gender identity, race or ethnicity, age or family structure, abilities or limitations or wherever you are in life’s journey.

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Our 8:00 A.M. Holy Communion, Rite 1 Service, held in the Chapel, is our most traditional service. All are welcome. Our 10:15 A.M. Holy Communion, Rite II Service, held in the Sanctuary, includes a Sermon, Readings, and Hymns. You can participate In-Person or in the Live Premiere on our Facebook page or watch on our website. The current bulletin and service can always be found in the Online Worship section of our website. All are welcome.

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