Announcements

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  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 welcoming the stranger; and serving the needs of our parish and beyond.

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  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.

• Virtual Worship Services

  As of Pentecost Sunday, May 23, we have resumed in-person worship for the 8 a.m. service.  Services will be limited to 25 attendees. These services will not be livestreamed, and will include Holy Communion with the host only. 

  If you wish to attend in person, you will need to sign up by the Friday before with the parish office.  All participants must wear masks covering their nose and mouth, and sit at a distance from others not in their household.  The windows will be open, so please dress accordingly.

  The 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist rite II services will continue to be streamed live at 10:30 am and are being recorded for later viewing on our YouTube channel, St. Albans Episcopal Church Arcata (opens in a new window).

  Click on this link to download or print the bulletin for the 10:30 service. If you do not have a prayer book, you can access one online here: bcponline.org.  Contact the church office by phone or email if you have questions or concerns.

• Virtual Morning Prayer

  For June and July, Mother Nancy is hosting Morning Prayer Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays via Zoom. If you would like to join us, please email her at revnancysstreufert@gmail.com with your request to join the group. To participate fully in the service, you will need a Book of Common Prayer, a 1982 Hymnal, and a Bible ((NRSV) to share in the readings. If you do not have a prayer book, you can access one online at bcponline.org or you can contact the church office and make arrangements to borrow one from the church.

• Centering Prayer

  Centering Prayer, a contemplative method with ancient Christian roots, meets Wednesdays at 10:30 am by Zoom. Each session of 45 minutes includes instruction and a 20 minute practice. If you are interested in joining us, contact the Rev. Deborah Magdalene by email: magdalene.deborah@gmail.com

• Open Sanctuary

  This is just a reminder that the sanctuary is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for prayer and contemplation.  (The Memorial Garden is always open, and lovely when the weather permits.)

  Please call the church office when you arrive (707-822-4102) and someone will let you in.  Remember to wear a mask (extras are available if you forget yours) and use hand sanitizer before entering the sanctuary. 

• Compline

  Please join us Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings at 8 p.m. via Zoom for Compline. In this short service (15 minutes) from the Prayer Book we offer thanks for the day that is past and ask God for a restful sleep.  Contact Deacon Cindy by email at cmwoods1730@gmail.com if you wish to join us.