The records of the Diocese of North Carolina show
that the first efforts to establish an Episcopal Mission in Hamlet began
in 1907. The Congregation was organized in 1909, and during the first few
years services were held in homes, businesses, and other meeting places.
After intense fund-raising efforts, and assistance from this and other
dioceses, the present church building was constructed, (in what is now the
middle of Main Street,) and was dedicated Easter Day, 1914. Some years
later, as Hamlet grew, it was moved a short distance to its present
location. The brick Parish House was completed and dedicated in October of
1956. During historical research in connection with the celebration of
Hamlet's Centennial of Incorporation a few years ago, the church was
recognized as being the oldest church building in Hamlet in continuous
use, and the City affixed a bronze plaque to the front door.
The number of active communicants has varied throughout the years,
reflecting the economic fortunes of the community. There has always
been a determined effort to maintain regular worship, and to provide
for the needs of its members, both spiritually, and, in times of need
such as the Great Depression, physically. Though resources have not
been abundant, All Saints has survived the social and economical
changes of its more than 100 years of history with strength uncommon
for its size. A prayer garden has been installed so that the community
may have a place for prayer and meditation at any hour.
