• Education for Ministry Graduates
  • Preparing for Easter
  • St. Alban's Episcopal Church
  • Work day at the Church
  • Procession to Bless the Mosaic
  • Stations of the Cross
  • Christmas Pageant
  • Ashes to Go
  • Pastels on the Plaza
  • Easter Vigil
  • Ordination of Deacon Cindy Woods
  • Lighting the Easter flame
  • St. Alban's at Pride
  • Caring for God's Creation - Solar Panels on the Church
  • "Max the Vax" Celebration
  • New Beginnings BBQ
 

Welcome

Grace and peace to you in our Lord Jesus Christ!

I am delighted to welcome you to our website. You will find here a window into the life and ministries of Saint Alban's. We are a community committed to Jesus Christ and carrying out His mission. For members of the parish I hope that you will find information and resources to support you in your daily life and ministry. For those new to Saint Alban's, this is an invitation to connect and join us as a community that bears Christ's name. In other words, I hope you will make the leap of faith from a virtual visit to an actual in-the-flesh visit. Come and see!

Many blessings,

The Rev. Sara L. Potter, Rector

Announcements

  • Who Are We?

    St. Alban's is a community of disciples growing
    into the full maturity of Christ

    Our mission is to be a community worshipping in the Episcopal tradition; devoted to God through prayer, study and action; faithful in caring for creation, welcoming the stranger; and serving the needs of our parish and beyond.

    As a Welcoming Church, we fully welcome transgender, gay, lesbian, and bisexual people, including their participation in all areas and at all levels in the life of the congregation.

  • Mardi Gras Pancake Supper and Concert with the Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir

    Tuesday, February 17

    Before we enter the great solemnity of Lent we have one last hurrah on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) – this year on Tuesday, February 17 – with a concert featuring the Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir under the direction of our own Jenni Simpson and the pancake supper, complete with a pancake flipping contest.

    The concert will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by the pancake supper. There is a sliding scale of $5 for the concert and meal with a $15 maximum per family. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please RSVP by contacting the Church office at (707) 822-4102 or officesec@stalbansarcata.org.

  • Ash Wednesday - February18

    The holy season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday this year on Wednesday, February 18. Ash Wednesday and Lent are often observed with the spiritual disciplines of fasting, prayer and the study of scripture. The traditional Ash Wednesday service will be in person at 6 p.m. that evening.

  • Camp Livng Waters Renion

    Join us for the overnight Camp Living Waters Reunion at St. Albans, from February 20th at 6 p.m. to February 21st at noon!

    Online registration for the reunion opened last Sunday, February 1st, for all campers on the Camp Living Waters website.

    Whether you’re a returning camper or brand new, everyone ages 9 and up is welcome! This fun-filled reunion is the perfect way for new campers to get a taste of what summer camp is like - and for returning campers to reconnect with old friends and make new ones! We have tons of exciting activities planned and can’t wait to see you there!

    If you have any questions feel free to email clwhumboldt@gmail.com.

     

  • Sunday Worship

    Sunday worship services are held at 8:00 and 10:30 am. in person at the church. For the Season of Pentecost, we use the Holy Eucharist: Rite II setting for both services.  The 10:30 service includes singing and music, and childcare is available for children age 5 and under. 

    The Sunday Bulletin is available at the church and can also be downloaded in advance here. We livestream our 10:30 service on the first and third Sundays and special services on the St. Albans Arcata YouTube channel (link opens in a new window). If you are interested in helping with this important ministry, please contact the church office by email or phone!

  • Morning Prayer

    Morning Prayer is a service of the Daily Office, and one of the anchors of our Episcopal/Anglican tradition.  Friday Morning Prayer meets at 8:30 am at the church in-person, with candles, vestments, and chanting – and then coffee in the kitchen, all together!  All are welcome! 

  • Compline

    Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at 8 p.m. for Compline via Zoom. In this short service (15 minutes) from the Prayer Book, we offer thanks for the day that is past and ask God for restful sleep.  Contact Becky Price Hall by email at pricehall@humboldt1.com  if you wish to join us.