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This Sunday at St. Alban's
August 24, 2014
The Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost - Remembering Jonathan Myrick Daniels
7:30 am - Holy Eucharist (Rite II), no music
10:00 am - Holy Eucharist (Rite II), with music, choir, and children's chapel
Celebrant: The Rev. Aaron M. G. Zimmerman
Guest Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Stephen Breck Reid
Worship Minister Schedule
Are you serving this Sunday? Check online.
Sunday School Resumes Sept. 14
Nursery: open from 9:45-11:30am on Sundays. Located in the Sunday School building.
 It's Coming!
Join us at 9:00 AM, September 7, in the Parish Hall for a reconfigured and rebooted Rally Day!
This annual tradition is a great way to learn about how you can serve and get involved at St. Alban's, and to learn more about our ministries. This year, we'll have a few speakers highlight certain ministries and opportunities after which you're invited to explore Ministry Tables. Then, take a tour of the St. Alban's campus and check out renovations completed and in-progress. There are so many great parish activities in which you can become involved and lend your own unique talents. Come Rally with Us! |
Parish News
Job Opening: Children's Ministry Coordinator
We're looking for someone who loves children, has a deep love for Jesus Christ, and desires to help children know his love for them. This position is 20 hrs/week and involves running Children's Chapel, coordinating Sunday School curricula, overseeing volunteers, and directing Vacation Bible School. Click here for a full job description. To apply, submit cover letter and resume to the Rector.
Parish Work Day: TOMORROW!
We'll have a parish-wide work session from 7:00 - 10:00 AM Saturday, August 23. Come and help us spruce up the campus and grounds as we prepare to welcome friends new and familiar on Rally Day, September 7! Bring your yard tools. Please contact Cathy Ratcliff with questions and to sign up at ratzoey@gmail.com.
Aug 24: Guest Preacher to Remember Jonathan Daniels
 This Sunday in our worship services, we will honor Episcopal seminarian and civil rights martyr Jonathan Daniels, who was slain August 14, 1965, in Hayneville, Alabama. To read more about Daniels' life and ministry, click here. Our guest preacher will be the Rev. Dr. Stephen Breck Reid, Professor of Christian Scriptures at Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University. Read more about Dr. Reid here.
 Blessing of the Backpacks
This Sunday, August 24, in our 10:00 AM service, we will have our annual blessing of the backpacks. All students, professors, teachers, and administrators are invited to bring their backpacks (or bags or briefcases) to church. Please join us as we encourage children, teachers, and school staff in the beginning of a new school year.
 Charting our Course: St. Alban's 2020
The rector and vestry have initiated Charting Our Course: St. Alban's 2020 to develop a parish vision and strategic plan for the next five years. Together, we will discover what God wants us to do and who he's calling us to be. The entire parish is invited for lunch and conversation on September 28, in the Parish Hall after a shortened 10:00 AM service, for a visioning meeting. If you have any questions, please contact the rector or Jeff Tanner, Charting Our Course Task Force Chair.
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Christian Education
 Mockingbird Conference: Houston, Oct 17-18
Mockingbird Ministries connects the Gospel to everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways. They do this through their widely-read blog, publications, and conferences. Their fall conference, "The Risk of Grace," will be at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Houston, October 17-18. Speakers include Tullian Tchividjian (grandson of Billy Graham) and our own Rector, Aaron Zimmerman, amongst many others. Mockingbird conferences are always fun, refreshing, inspiring, and thought-provoking. To register and for more info, go to http://conference.mbird.com/
Sunday School on Summer Break
All our 9:00 AM Sunday School classes are now on summer break. Rally Day is September 7 and all Sunday School classes (Children, Youth, and Adults) resume September 14.
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Outreach and Service
Collecting Funds for Cedar Ridge Elementary
For the third year, St. Alban's is collecting funds for student uniforms for our school partner, Cedar Ridge Elementary. A $20 gift card will buy a polo shirt and khaki pants or shorts. School counselors distribute the cards to families in need. Please make your checks our to St. Alban's and put SCHOOL UNIFORMS in the memo line. Drop it in the offering plate or send it to the office. We will collect funds through this Sunday, August 24. For more information, contact JoAnn Stringer, joann.stringer@gmail.com.
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Music Ministry
 Chancel Choir:
Join the Fun!
Our choir is part of the wonderful tradition of excellent sacred music in St. Alban's worship. The choir meets for rehearsals Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM. We also rehearse on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM. Want to join the fun? If you're interested in being part of the choirs, contact Choirmaster Howard Thompson at howard@stalbanswaco.org or just stop by on August 13 at 6:00 PM.
St. Alban's Choristers
There will be an informational meeting for this new Children's Choir September 7 after the 10:00 AM service in the Music Room. Children in grades 3 to 6 and their parents are invited. |
Children's Ministry
Children's Ministry Seminar with Guest Speaker
On Friday September 12, we will host our Diocesan Missioner for Christian Education, Jamie Martin-Currie, for an informative seminar on our own specific Children's Ministry needs.
Bring your questions and ideas about Children's Chapel programs and classroom behavior management. Jamie will offer guidance for both Sunday School and Children's Chapel leaders. All current children's ministry volunteers are invited, along with others interested in working with children.
Our 6:00-8:00 PM session will include a light meal. Please contact the office at 752-1773 to arrange child care. Contact Laura Burton for more information: 254-715-0960.
Godly Kids Room Renovation
We're updating a room in the Outreach Center for our growing Godly Kids Ministry (ages 8-10). If you'd like to contribute to this effort, please make checks payable to St. Alban's with "Godly Kids" in the memo line. |
Student Ministry
Parents' Meeting - This Sunday!
Parents of Students ranging from 6th-12th grade, join us in the Parish Hall after the 10:00 AM service on August 24 for a quick meeting about Student Ministry's fall calendar. Bring your calendars!
Student Ministry Back-To-School Party
Join us at the Kellys' house at 901 Arlington Dr., Woodway, for burgers, basketball, racquet sports, and swimming. We'll be meeting from 11:30AM to 2:00PM, Sunday, September 14. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and a change of clothes.
Student Sunday School : Summer Break
Student Sunday School will resume Sept. 14.
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Men's Ministry
HANDS Breakfast & Bible Study Summer Schedule
HANDS is taking a break for the summer. Join us when we re-launch in the fall. |
Women's Ministry
Operation: Christmas Child
Daughters of the King (DOK) is collecting items each month for Operation: Christmas Child. In August, we are collecting hygiene products (no glass or liquids) and school supplies. A basket for donations is in the Narthex. Contact: Deborah Vlam at (254) 717-5227.
ECW Resumes in September
On Thursday, September 18, the ECW will resume its meetings with guest speaker Carl Ballew of the Waco Historic Foundation. We'll meet at 10:00 AM in the Music Room.
 Women's Fall Retreat - October 17-19
Save the Date! The Episcopal Diocese of Texas' Annual Retreat for Women will be October 17-19 at Camp Allen. The theme this year is "Let Your Light Shine." What better way to keep your light shining than to give yourself the respite of this 3-day retreat? Relax and recharge your batteries with workshops, sharing meals, worshiping, and enjoying the splendor of the cool, green environs. Mark your calendars now, round up your girlfriends, and we'l look forward to seeing you there! For more info, visit Camp Allen's website or contact Patricia Swaby, pswaby59@gmail.com.
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Outreach Center
Central Texas String Academy: Orientation
Saturday, September 6 at 10:00 AM in the St. Alban's Outreach Center
St. Alban's long-standing ministry partner, the CTSA, is inviting all interested parents and students to an orientation. To learn more, go to www.centraltexasstringacademy.com
Contact Director Julia Hardy at (254) 644-6016 or johvla@hotmail.com
Yoga Classes
Mondays (with Cindy McAtee), Noon - 1:15 PM, Mahan Commons
Focuses on safely and gently building strength, stamina, and flexibility. Visit Cindy's website at http://youryogapath.com
Wednesdays (with Mari Howlett), Noon - 1:15 PM, Mahan Commons
Breathing exercises and stretches for strength, balance, and mobility. For more info, contact Mari: (214) 725-7341 or marihowlett@yahoo.com
All ages and experience levels are welcome. $5 for each session. No prior registration required. Enter through the alley doors (the red doors off the St. Alban's parking lot, behind the Parish Hall). Please call the church office for the entry code.
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