Thanks for Your Prayers: So many from our parish family have expressed immense gratitude for our prayers. Our prayers matter and demonstrate Jesus' command: Love one another as I have loved you (Jn 13:34).

Sunday, September 7th, return to two services: 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

Today, August 31st there will be a meeting at 8:30 a.m. for all prospective Sunday School volunteers. There will be donuts, and anyone who is even a little bit interested is invited!!

Renewal of Vows - Please join us for the Renewal of Vows for Derek and Sara Thomas during the service next Sunday, August 31st, with a small reception during coffee hour.

Kid-Friendly services – Last service Aug 31st. (No childcare provided).

New Fall Classes - Growing Inward: The Episcopal Way of Devotion Whether you’re new to Saint Alban’s and interested in the “Episcopal Way,” or you’ve been an Episcopalian for years, this 4-week class is just for you. We’ll explore how the Prayer Book, Sacraments, the Scriptures (and more) lead us to a deeper faith in Jesus.

Saint Alban’s Choir - Our first rehearsal is Wednesday, September 3rd, at 6:30 p.m. (till 8 p.m.) in the Music Room. The first Sunday scheduled to sing is September 14th. Please come and join us!

Saint Alban’s Bell Choir- It is time for the bells to start ringing again! Bell choir rehearsals will start on Thursday, September 4th, at 7p.m. in the Music Room. We have room for more members! If you haven’t been playing with us and are interested, please contact Shannon Casey at sccbells@gmail.com or 520-591-5137 (call or text). We would love to have you!

Pre-School Family Potluck - Thursday, September 4th, 6:00 p.m.

Pre-School Grand-Parent’s Breakfast - Friday, September 5th, 7:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Servers - Training Meetings Saturday, Sept 6th Lectors at 9:00; Chalice bearers at 9:30; Ushers at 10:00. We will have some short but very important review gatherings for all parishioners who serve on Sunday mornings. Please plan to attend. We will go over new guidelines and procedures. If you have any questions or are unavailable, please contact Jim Franks through albanseducation@stalbanz.org

Confirmation classes starting September 7th in the library, 9:30-11:00 a.m. These classes, for ages 11-17, will run approximately 10 Sundays ending November 9, 2025. If you are interested in attending, please get in touch with Mother Lainie through the office.

Sharing Our Spiritual Journeys (SOSJ) is back! Our new season begins on Tuesday Sept 9th, attend 10 a.m. OR 2 p.m. Meetings are on Tuesdays for about 90 minutes in the library/room 10. Anyone who is interested in a video presentation on a spiritual topic with a discussion following is welcome. There is no homework or preparation, and sharing is optional. This is a respectful, diverse and welcoming group. This Fall we will be revisiting some previous topics and adding new ones. Please come check us out anytime!

Calling All Musicians! Do you or a friend play a little guitar, harmonica, or keyboard? Please help us host an All-Parish Sing-along in Saint Alban's Courtyard, Friday, September 19th, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Pizza, s'mores, and lemonade served. Please email the church office stalbans@stalbansaz.org or call (520) 296-0791 if you’re interested in contributing your skills and having a music-filled evening!

Sunday, September 21st, Acolyte Training - All Ages - 11:15 (Sacristy)

September 28th, Lets Connnect Fair, after each service, in the Parish Hall. This is your opportunity to help Saint Alban's grow UPWARD, INWARD, and OUTWARD! All ministries will be showcased after each service. Refreshments will be provided. You are Saint Alban's TREASURE, and we need your support! Please contact Dottie Lewis, Tricia Owen, or Lynette Patton for questions.

August:

Sunday, August 31st, 8:30 a.m. for prospective Sunday School volunteers

Sept:

Wednesday, September 3rd, 6:30 p.m. First choir rehearsal in the Music Room.

Thursday, September 4th, 6:00 p.m. Pre-School Family Potluck

Thursday, September 4th, 7:00 -8:00 p.m. Adult Handbell Rehearsals (MR)

Friday, September 5th, 7:00 a.m. Pre-School Grand-Parent’s Breakfast

Sunday, September 7th, return to two services: 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

Sunday, September 7th, Preschool Sunday with a child friendly service. (no

Sunday School)

Sunday, September 7th, Confirmation Classes start – 9:30-11:00 (Library)

Sunday, September 7th, LEV meeting – 11:15 (Library)

Thursday September 9th, SOSJ 10:00 OR 2:00 (Library)

Sunday, September 14th, Sunday School Kick-Off!!

Sunday, September 21st, Acolyte Training after 10:00 a.m. service (Sacristy)

Monday, September 22nd, Women’s Bible Study 10:00 a.m. (Library)

Sunday, September 28th, after both morning services, Ministry Fair (PH)

September Sermon Series: Got God questions?

October:

Friday, Oct 3rd, Oktoberfest.

New Fall Class - Anglican Spirituality: Deepening in our Episcopal Identity and

Practice. Watch for details.

Sunday, Oct 12th, Organ Concert Series featuring Guy Whatley

Friday, October 24th, Trunk or Treat an INVITE event for parish, preschool,

friends, and community! More details to follow.

November:

Friday, Nov 7th, 4:30-5:30, Animal Blessings - details to follow

Saturday, Nov 22nd, Save the Date! 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Preparing for Advent Retreat with Dr. Elaine Heath (Mtr Lainie’s former professor)

If you are Interested in exploring baptism, confirmation, or being received into the Episcopal Church, please call the office or send an email to albansinfo@stalbansaz.org to arrange a short meeting with Mtr Lainie to discuss your interest.