May-June 2026

Dear All Saints’ Family and Friends,

 My goodness – this was some winter! Here in the northeast, we experienced bone-chilling temperatures as well as historic blizzards. We had to deal with deep snow and dangerous icy conditions that sometimes lingered for weeks. There were also days with above normal temperatures. Consequently, many of us closely monitored the weather forecast as we planned our daily activities and ensured our safety.

Being a disciple of Christ can also be challenging and unpredictable, but we receive help to navigate all the times and seasons. We have Jesus’ promise that the Holy Spirit is with us. In John 14:26, we read, “…the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” This is indeed good news, because we believe the Spirit is the power of God among us guiding, inspiring, uniting, equipping, empowering us for effective ministry.

The church focuses on the coming of the Holy Spirit on the fiftieth day of Easter – the Day of Pentecost – which falls on May 24 this year. In the season following Pentecost, our Adult Formation group, which meets on Wednesday evenings via Zoom, will discuss the fruits and gifts of the Spirit as well as other topics. We hope you will join in studying the scriptures and praying together. The link for these meetings can be found at allsaintsbaldwin.org.

Also, please note that I will be taking the second half of my sabbatical from the end of June through the beginning of August. My gratitude to the Wardens, Vestry, Deacon Chris, and all who will faithfully carry out the vital work of leading worship, formation, pastoral care, and administrative duties. And may the life-giving Spirit be with you.

Yours in Christ,

The Rev. Maxine Barnett, Rector