Saints & Feasts of the Liturgical Year
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St. Matthew
St. Matthew, one of the twelve apostles, authored the Gospel that bears his name, emphasizing Christ’s fulfillment of Scripture. He demonstrates the transformative power of encountering Christ, leaving a life of self-interest for service and… Read more
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Vigil of St. Matthew
The vigil anticipates the feast of St. Matthew, apostle and evangelist. Matthew, a former tax collector, responded to Christ’s call with immediate obedience, leaving behind worldly gain to proclaim the Gospel — a transformation that… Read more
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St. Lambert
St. Lambert, bishop of Maastricht, was known for defending the Church against corruption and proclaiming Christ boldly. His pastoral zeal and fearless leadership led to martyrdom, yet his life strengthened the faithful and provided an… Read more
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St. Euphemia
St. Euphemia, a virgin and martyr of Chalcedon, suffered under Diocletian’s persecution. She refused to renounce Christ despite torture, exemplifying steadfast faith and trust in God’s providence. Euphemia became a witness for the early Church,… Read more
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Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The Exaltation of the Holy Cross commemorates Christ’s victory over sin and death through His crucifixion, and recalls as well the finding of the True Cross by St. Helena. The feast emphasizes the power of… Read more
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Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Nativity of Mary celebrates her birth and foreshadows her unique role in God’s plan of salvation. From early life, Mary’s obedience and trust in God set her apart. Though Lutherans do not treat her… Read more
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St. Giles of Athens
St. Giles, likely born in Athens, became a hermit and later abbot in France. He was known for his humility, dedication to prayer, and care for the poor, his life reflecting the virtues of solitude,… Read more
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Decollation of St. John the Baptist
This feast commemorates the beheading of John the Baptist at Herod’s request (Mark 6:14–29). John faithfully condemned sin, prepared the way for Christ, and accepted death rather than compromise God’s truth. His courage and fidelity… Read more
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St. Augustine (354-430)
St. Augustine of Hippo was a bishop, theologian, and pastor whose writings shaped the Church’s understanding of grace, sin, and salvation. Converted from a wayward life, Augustine emphasized above all the primacy of God’s grace… Read more
All Saints, the evangelical catholic church in Jonesboro, Arkansas
All Saints parish, located at 1812 Rains Street, is a vibrant & welcoming community of faith, delivering Christ to the greater Jonesboro area, & holding fast to Scripture and the true catholic faith as confessed in the Book of Concord.
We are a Christ-centered, cross-focused, catholic, orthodox, and liturgical parish, and a member of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Learn more at allsaintsjonesboro.org
