Worship at St. Alban’s
Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Our worship is simple, warm, and rooted in the Anglican tradition. Whether you prefer quiet prayer or sung liturgy, you are welcome to come as you are.
Why We Gather
Worship is at the heart of our life together at St. Alban’s Anglican Church. It is a time when we gather to pray, to listen to God’s Word, and to be nourished by the sacraments.
We come before God with the realities of our lives—the joys and the struggles, the gratitude and the questions—and we open ourselves to God’s grace and guidance. In worship, we are renewed in faith, hope, and love.
Sunday Services
We offer two Sunday services, each following the Anglican tradition and authorized liturgies of the Anglican Church of Canada.
8:30 a.m. – Book of Common Prayer (BCP)
A quiet and reflective said service lasting about one hour.
This service follows the traditional language and structure of the Book of Common Prayer, offering a contemplative space for Scripture, sermon, prayer, and Holy Communion.
10:00 a.m. – Book of Alternative Services (BAS)
A sung service with music and congregational participation.
Using the Book of Alternative Services, this service offers a rich and vibrant expression of Anglican worship, with Scripture, sermon, prayers, and Holy Communion.
New to Anglican Worship?
If you are coming from a different Christian tradition—or exploring faith for the first time—Anglican worship may feel both familiar and new.
Our services follow a liturgical pattern, which means there are set prayers, Scripture readings, and responses that guide us through worship. You are welcome to participate as you feel comfortable, or simply observe and take it in.
There is no pressure to know when to stand, sit, or speak. You can follow along with the bulletin, or just be present.
Holy Communion is offered each week. If you are unsure whether to receive, you are welcome to come forward for a blessing or remain seated.
Above all, know this: you are welcome here, just as you are.
Sunday Bulletin
Each week, we provide a Sunday bulletin in PDF format, including Scripture readings, announcements, and the sermon title and outline.
You are welcome to download the bulletin in advance to prepare for worship or revisit it afterward for reflection and prayer.
This Sunday – Seventh Sunday After Pentecost, July 12th, 2026
Each week, our worship includes a sermon that reflects on Scripture and connects faith with daily life
Sermon Title:
Preparing the Soil: Receiving God’s Word, Living by the Spirit
Passage for the sermon:
Genesis 25:19–34 | Psalm 119:105–112 | Romans 8:1–11 | Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23
Summary:
In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus teaches that the fruitfulness of God’s Word depends not on the seed, but on the condition of our hearts. The story of Esau warns us against choosing immediate satisfaction over God’s eternal purposes, while St. Paul reminds us that the Holy Spirit continually transforms us from within. As individuals and as the community of St. Alban’s, we are invited to become good soil—hearts that are receptive, deeply rooted, and open to God’s Spirit—so that our lives and our parish may bear lasting fruit for the Kingdom of God.
Main Points:
- God generously sows His Word into every life.
- The four soils represent different conditions of the human heart.
- Esau’s choice warns us not to trade God’s eternal gifts for temporary comforts.
- The Holy Spirit transforms hard hearts and cultivates lasting spiritual growth.
- God’s Word guides us one faithful step at a time.
- St. Alban’s is called to become good soil, bearing fruit through worship, spiritual formation, hospitality, and mission.
You Are Welcome
You do not need to be Anglican—or even Christian—to join us.
Whether you are exploring faith, returning after time away, or seeking a spiritual home, you are warmly welcome. Come as you are. There is a place for you here.
About Children
Children are an important part of our community and are always welcome in worship.
At both of our Sunday services, children are welcome to remain with their families throughout the service.
At the 10:00 a.m. service, children are invited to attend Sunday School after the Gospel reading. This provides a space for them to learn and engage in an age-appropriate way. They return later in the service to rejoin the congregation and participate in the Holy Eucharist.
About Holy Communion
Holy Communion (also called the Eucharist) is at the heart of our worship.
Each week, we gather at the Lord’s table to receive bread and wine as signs of God’s grace and presence with us.
All who desire to receive are welcome. Baptized children and youth (under 19) are also welcome to receive communion by receiving the bread and touching the cup as they feel comfortable.
If you are feeling unwell, we kindly ask that you wear a mask during the service. You are also welcome to receive the bread and touch the cup.
If you prefer not to receive, you are warmly invited to come forward for a blessing or remain seated. To receive a blessing, you may simply cross your hands over your chest.
If you are unsure what to do, you are welcome simply to follow others or remain where you are. There is no pressure—only an invitation.We welcome the presence of children in worship—whether they are listening, moving, or simply being themselves—as part of the life of the church.
