All Souls Anglican Portland

Today is the 40th Day of Easter and the day our Risen Lord ascended into heaven. Pentecost followed ten days later. For centuries, Ascension Day was a red-letter day in the church calendar but has fallen into neglect in recent years. This coming Sunday we will celebrate our Lord's Ascension, along with the Seventh Sunday of Eastertide. To find our more about the Ascension and its meaning, see this Anglican Compass

Ascension Day: A Rookie Anglican Guide Ascension Day commemorates Jesus' Ascension from earth to heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection.

"And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray..." -The Gospel of Matthew

This year will see the return of a beloved All Souls practice for Holy Week, The Garden Vigil. Following our Maundy Thursday service until sunrise on Good Friday, members of the All Souls family will watch and pray throughout the hours of darkness at an Altar of Repose. This "keeping watch" in the silent church building is in remembrance of Christ's experience of surrender in Gethsemane, and forms a special, intimate part of our Holy Week. (There are eleven, one hour-long slots in memory of the eleven disciples who remained after the betrayal of Judas Iscariot.) The altar will contain a Book of Common Prayer, a Bible, a kneeler, and iconography suitable for the occasion.

Space is limited for to one individual or couple per slot, in keeping with the spirit of loneliness and quiet that rests at the core of this unique Vigil in the Anglican tradition. DM for more details on how to sign up.

Starting this upcoming Sunday, our host church St Michael's will be holding the following musical performances. If you come during a Sunday performance (2-3pm), there would be some downtime before our service starts at 4pm. More details at gyansinghmaria.com/livingopera

Join us tonight at 6pm for Ash Wednesday services as the season of Lent begins. 6700 NE 29th Ave, Portland, Oregon

ICYMI - World Mission Sunday just happened and we hosted a "mini missions snackquet".

During Prayers of the People we included special requests from those in our congregation involved in missions:

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We pray for the N family in G country – especially for [their] work in counseling and psychotherapy, and [their] work in primary care and diabetes care. Watch over them and their [family]. Be their
Rock and Shield amid gang violence and political uncertainty. Give them guidance and wisdom as they consider starting a house church, and a new medical project in [place]."

Reader -- Lord, in your mercy:
People -- Hear our prayer.

"The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes. As you moved in Nebuchadnezzar’s heart, we pray that you will move in the hearts of leaders of Russia and Ukraine to bring peace in their conflict. We trust in your Word, no matter how long the darkness, the night cannot be endless. Your Word teaches us to believe in the victory of light."

Reader -- Lord, in your mercy:
People -- Hear our prayer.

"You shall treat the stranger who sojourns with you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt. We pray for the [family] ministry with immigrants and refugees [locally]. Grant them strength and grace to support and comfort those who live in uncertainty and fear..."

Reader -- Lord, in your mercy:
People -- Hear our prayer.

"I am the Light of the World. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life. As Jesus shone the light of gospel, bringing healing for illness and forgiveness of sins, we pray that you would declare that same power and light amongst the peoples of East Asia. Enable those who you have sent to share the good news of Jesus to be faithful witnesses for you amongst East Asia’s peoples."

Reader -- Lord, in your mercy:
People -- Hear our prayer.

Lessons & Carols - coming up on Christmas Eve! A great service for friends and family!

Thanks to Alex for creating this Advent playlist and sharing with us! Do you have a fave seasonal playlist to share too? Comment below.

All Souls Advent 2025 Playlist Playlist · Alex · 15 items · 3 saves

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