There are special community, outreach, fellowship, service, and mission events throughout the year at All Saints. See events highlights below, and follow these links for our complete news and current events and the full church calendar. Here’s a partial list: · Rummage Sales · Chili Cookoff · Sam Fredrickson Memorial Golf Tournament · Monthly Summer/Fall Community Picnics · Blessing of the Animals · Halloween Pumpkin Carving · Thanksgiving Worship and Pie Feast · Lessons & Carols · Christmas Pageant · Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper · Walk to Easter · Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Man Breakfast · Vacation Bible School · Movies, Concerts, and Arts Events...
Let's all go through our closets, attics, or anywhere else where you might have slightly used: COATS, GLOVES, HATS, SCARVES, SWEATSHIRTS, SOCKS, or anything else that could be used by those who don't have enough warm clothes. We woulld also take newly purchased items, if you feel so inclined. These donations will be given to the Food Pantry on Blondo which is very low on warm clothing and there are lots of people (young to old or little to big) in Omaha who need some help staying warm during this cold season.
Every Easter, All Saints hosts an Easter egg hunt on its lawns for all children during the time between Easter services. We also host an Easter Brunch, which often features the Pancake Man! These fun events are a great way to celebrate Easter alongside the other members of All Saints.
The All Saints Youth Group hosts our annual Chili Cookoff and Bakeoff after church and the annual meeting. All are welcome to dig through recipe boxes to find their best secret recipe to try and unseat the previous year’s winners. Proceeds from this event go toward our Youth Group. Check or Page.
The annual All Saints Golf Tournament is held every fall in memory of Sam Fredrickson and in support needy programs. This event took place at the Stone Creek Golf Course. Following the golfing, we gathered together for a burgers and chips and lots of prizes! The 2024 event will take place on September 8. This year we are raised over $1000 for the Pratte Street Project. Lots of Prizes and fun! Check out our tournament page!
During the warm months of the year, all are welcome to join us for community picnics! The main course is provided; all we ask is for you to bring a side dish to share if you are able. Picnics start at 5:45 at the Retreat Center, immediately following the Saturday 5:00 PM Eucharist in the chapel.
Every year on the Tuesday before Lent, All Saints hosts a Shrove Tuesday pancake supper! This event promises great food and even better fellowship. We can't wait to see you at our next Pancake Supper!
The annual family pumpkin carving activity is held every year around Halloween. This is a great opportunity to invite friends to share in our fellowship and fun. There's no better way to celebrate the fall season!
Each year following the Thanksgiving service, All Saints hosts a Pie Fest! For those who love baking, we invite you to bring your favorite pie to share. Everyone else is welcome to bring their appetite to sample the wonderful variety of pies. This is always a tasty event that you don't want to miss!
Everyone is encouraged to participate in the annual All Saints tradition during the Advent season! We gather around the Christmas tree in the narthex and sing together our favorite Christmas carols. Hot cocoa and treats will be offered.
When you take an angel from the YES Angel Tree in the narthex this year, you will help homeless and at-risk youth who are part of the Youth Emergency Services (YES) program. The mission of YES is to provide these youth, ages 12-21, with critically-needed resources to empower them to become self-sufficient. YES serves more than 2,000 young people every year through Street Outreach, and Emergency Shelter, a Transitional Living Program, and a Maternity Home. YES is the only Omaha Metro-based organization that specifically targets its programs to homeless youth. Check out the Angel Tree in the narthex, starting November 18, for suggestions of items to donate. Items you purchase need to be returned, unwrapped (in the store bag is fine), and placed in the large gift box in the narthex by Sunday, December 10. There will be a separate box for gift cards. All gift cards should be in $10 or $20 amounts.
Kickoff Sunday celebrates our transition from the summer schedule back to the regular schedule. Following the service, we enjoy a meal together, as well as lots of carnival fun. We often have a bouncy house, face painting, and other fun games for the family! Rob in the garden was enjoyed by the youth and food and fun was enjoyed by the adults as well. Hope to see you soon!
All Saints hosts three great series throughout the year, including a movies, concert, and arts series! These events are a wonderful way to get to know other parish members better, while enjoying some wonderful performances and art!
Luna y Sol Mariachi Band provides music and entertainment during the annual Pentecost picnic. Mariachi Luna y Sol is considered one of the best mariachi bands in the Midwest. In 2008, they performed for the former President and First Lady of Mexico. The band is recognized for their rich harmonies and impressive soloists. Members of Luna y Sol have performed for audiences across the country.
One of All Saints newer annual events is the outing to James Arthur Vineyard. This vineyard is outside of Raymond, NE, which is near Lincoln. This is a beautiful event where we enjoy food, drinks, and conversation! We hope to see you at our next outing. The next trip will be September 24th. We try to gather around 12PM. Bring a fun dish to share!
Each year, the All Saints Choristers and Exultation Ringers go on an outing to participate in another church's service. This past year we traveled to St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Falls City. Following the service, we enjoyed fun activities in the area. Participants always have a great experience!
Every fall, the youth group enjoys a fun evening at Vala's Pumpkin Patch! This evening includes hot dogs, smores, and Halloween spookiness! Vala’s is located in Gretna. Watch out for more information about this event next fall!
The Youth Group joins our All Saints Choristers and Dr. Laura Scow each December for Christmas carols at Bickford Retirement Center. We always have a joyful time visiting at Bickford—please join in the celebration!
Kick-off Sunday Big Success