As we enter the final weeks of what has seemed like a never-ending election cycle we do so knowing that we need every resource at our disposal to prepare ourselves, our families and our communities for the days and weeks ahead. The following offerings, opportunities and resources are offered as an election tool kit as we work together to build the Beloved Community our faith calls us to become and to become the nation with liberty and justice for all we aspire to be. 

From book groups to film screenings; prayer circles to healing services; on-line resources to in-person events we hope whoever you are and wherever you find yourself in this election cycle you will find strength for the journey as we come together as All Saints Community during this historic moment in our nation’s history. 

Holy God, to whom we must account for all our powers 
and privileges: Guide the people of the United States  
in this election of officials and representatives; 
that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of 
all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your 
purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
[Book of Common Prayer, page 822] 

All Saints Policy on Political Activity During an Election Season

See the All Saints Church Ballot Propositions Comparisons for November 2024

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EVENTS

Weekly Noonday Eucharist with Healing Prayers for ourselves and our nation
Wednesdays at 12:10 p.m. in the Chapel

Sunday, September 29 — The Future of Immigration in the 2024 Elections
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Sweetland Hall. You are invited to examine the current political landscape around immigration. Jonathan Fung, director of legal services & staff attorney at the Immigration Resource Center of the San Gabriel Valley will lead the conversation. Hors D’oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP at carrilloc@sbcglobal.net.

Sundays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 | Prayers FOR the People Series
Join us as we ground ourselves in four pivotal prayers that anchor us in peace in the face of polarization and anxiety, prepare us to engage in the election cycle and offer us a chance to reflect together about what binds us together across our differences.
October 6 – Make us Instruments of Your Peace: Prayer of St. Francis
October 13 – Open Unto Me: Prayers by Howard Thurman
October 20 – The Serenity Prayer
October 27 – Prayers for our Country: From our Book of Common Prayer
9:00am in Venue TBD

Friday, October 25 | “Shake it Off” Dance Party
Join with members and friends of the All Saints community for a “shake it off” dance party to celebrate community and shake off the tensions, concerns and anxieties of one of the longest election cycles in the history of voting. Put on your dancing shoes, bring a snack to share for the potluck table, and dance together.
6:00-9:00pm in the Learning Center.

Sunday, October 27 | Service of Contemplation & Reflection 
As we near the end of the election cycle, gather together in the beauty of our sacred space for a service of music, healing and prayer – a time of collective reflection and contemplation.
5:00 pm in the Church

ONLINE RESOURCES

● All Saints Church

Church & Politics: Living at the Crossroads – A Forum with the Reverend Dr. Gary Hall

Christian Nationalism: American Democracy’s Looming Threat – A panel of experts discussed the looming threat of Christian Nationalism and how we can fight against it in our daily lives. During the conversation, the panel dove into the details of Christian Nationalism and discussed how we can work together to support freedom without favor and equality without exception. Actor & activist Bradley Whitford moderated the lively discussion.

Prayers of the People for an Election – Offered by the Episcopal Church and written by former ASC staffer Shaonnon Kelly

● The Diocese of Los Angeles

Christian Nationalism: Tackling the Truths of a Toxic Movement
A three-session opportunity to explore the what, why and how of Christian Nationalism using Pamela Cooper-White’s brilliant book “The Psychology of Christian Nationalism: Why People Are Drawn In and How to Talk Across the Divide.”
Link to curriculum

● The Episcopal Church

“Vote Faithfully” Election Engagement Toolkit
“It is a Christian obligation to vote, and more than that, it is the church’s responsibility to help get souls to the polls.” -Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.
Link to resources here including:

Civil Discourse Training
Equip yourself for more constructive political conversations using Make Me an Instrument of Peace: A Guide to Civil Discourse, the From Many, One campaign, and more. Help bridge partisan divides, learn from others, and enlarge the sacred space for debate.

Addressing Political Violence
A variety of resources including a De-escalation training for People of Faith video from Faith in Public Life with Rabbi Sharon Brous

Prayers of the People for an Election – Offered by the Episcopal Church and written by former ASC staffer Shannon Kelly