Our Worship & Faith

Music at All Saints is a vital and vibrant part of our worship and sacramental rites that express the church’s identity and mission. Our music encompasses the history of Christian worship, from ancient texts set to monastic chant melodies to modern praise songs. There are music programs for all ages that are held during the school year.

Music for Youth

Youth ensembles participate in worship every 4 to 6 weeks and for special celebrations. They also enjoy several offsite activities during the year.

Rehearsal times:

• Preschool Music (Toddler to PreK) – Sunday 9:30-9:45 am. This is part of Sunday School class.
• Children’s Choir & Handbells (1st-8th Grade) – Wednesdays: 5:00-5:45 p.m.

Youth Choir Trip 

Each year, the All Saints Choristers and Exultation Ringers go on an outing to participate in another church’s service. Last year, we traveled to St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Falls City. Learn more 

Music for High School and Adults

The Chancel Choir sings every Sunday during worship at 10:30 AM, and the Handbell Choir rings at that service once each month. Both ensembles also participate in special celebrations throughout the year. The Scholarship Singers are high school and college students who sing with the Chancel Choir and are awarded a scholarship for their leadership and participation.

Rehearsal times

• Handbells (Adults) — Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Chancel Choir (High School & Adults) — Wednesdays: 7:30-8:45 p.m.

All are welcome and there are no auditions. To learn more, feel free to contact our Director of Music, Dr. Laura Scow at lpalmer@allsaintsomaha.org.

The Anglican tradition holds that “The Bible contains all things necessary for Salvation.” The Book of Common Prayer includes the Psalms. Large portions of the prayers and liturgies it contains are directly taken from passages of the Bible. At each worship service we have extensive Bible readings following the plan of the Revised Common Lectionary, a liturgical calendar referred to by many protestant churches around the world.

The Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth;
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Nicene Creed

We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.

We practice Baptism and Eucharist (Holy Communion) as the two sacraments instituted by Christ. We define “Sacraments” as “Outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace,” and the altar is God’s table, not ours, and everyone is welcome here for communion or a blessing. All baptized Christians may take communion in the Episcopal Church.

We seek through our worship, study, and fellowship to help each other live out our baptismal promises: To proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ; to seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbor as ourselves; to strive for justice and peace among all people, and to respect the dignity of every human being. Inquire about a baptism here.

Daily Prayer via Zoom

• Monday through Saturday at 8:00 am via Zoom for Morning Prayer
• Monday through Thursday at 8:45 pm for Compline/Evening Prayer
• Subscribe to the All Saints e-blast to get the Zoom links.

Prayer Chain Ministry

To become one of our prayer warriors, or to submit a prayer request, please call the church office at 402-393-8612 and ask to speak to one of our clergy members. Prayer requests may also be submitted here.

Centering Prayer Group

Our weekly Centering Prayer group meets every Thursday at noon. This time is for all who want to be acquainted with this spiritual practice and for those who already practice this ancient method of Christian prayer. All are welcome, including non-members. Learn more.

Lay Ministers of Care

This group of congregants provides prayer and loving contact for our homebound members, and those in care facilities. Let us know if you’d like to get involved. Contact us.

Grief Support

The loss of a loved one can cast a heavy shadow over every part of life. Although each of us experiences grief in our own particular ways and times, it can be very helpful to know that there are others who are struggling with the same loss to share and learn how to navigate the days and months when the pain is fresh and sharp. All Saints clergy are available for short-term grief counseling and can recommend resources when more long-term counseling is needed. The All Saints Grief Support Group meets at 10:30 AM on the fourth Monday of each month in the Parlor following the service. Contact us for more information.

Stations of the Cross and the Labyrinth

These prayer walks are always available on our campus.

The Way of Love for Families

This free resource offers thoughtful suggestions for Bible readings to do at home with children, examples of prayers for morning, mealtime, and bedtime, and specific suggestions for family activities.

One of the great joys of parish life is to share with a couple in the joyful and profound moment that is marriage. Your wedding day is one that you will never forget, and we are eager to help make the experience meaningful and special.

You do not have to be a member of All Saints to be married here, although we would love to welcome you to our congregation. The only requirement is that one of you is a baptized Christian (any denomination). We perform same-sex unions.

The main church can comfortably fit 500 people. Our chapel is perfect for 70.

Let’s talk about your wedding plans and how we may accommodate you.

Contact us.

In Baptism, we celebrate the momentous and joyous occasion of welcoming a new member of the Body of Christ.

The Episcopal Church recognizes and affirms both adult and infant baptism. Adult baptism may serve to remind us that we need to take responsibility for our relationship with God in Christ ourselves. Infant baptism serves to remind us that God’s grace is a pure gift and that we can’t have a relationship with God without the help of the community.

Traditionally, baptisms take place during Saturday or Sunday worship. Prior to the baptism, the clergy will hold a brief Baptismal class, and a rehearsal is scheduled 30 minutes prior to the service at which the Baptism will occur.

Holy Baptism is especially appropriate on the following days:

• First Sunday after the Epiphany
• Easter Vigil Service
• Pentecost Sunday
• All Saints Sunday

We can perform baptisms at other times for those whose family schedules are such that the above dates do not work.

Inquire about a baptism here.

The Christian funeral service is for the living to celebrate the life of the deceased. The liturgy for the dead is an Easter liturgy. It finds all meaning in the Resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we too, shall be raised.

The liturgy, therefore, is characterized by joy, in the certainty that “neither death, not life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39)

Funerals at All Saints are generally for members and their family members. Exceptions will be considered.

Funerals are held at All Saints on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and must be confirmed by the church prior to finalizing the date and time.

The funeral service may be held immediately before the interment of the body or the ashes, or at a time after interment. The service should be held at a time when the congregation has an opportunity to be present. We encourage people to plan on a start time between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Funerals are considered part of the essential work of the church. As such, there are no set fees for funerals at All Saints, with the exception of an honorarium to the Music Minister, which typically ranges between $150-200. Any other offerings, including the potential contribution to the bereavement fund for reception costs, are completely optional.

Please contact us to make arrangements and for many resources we offer which may be of help to you at this difficult time.

Contact us.