Update on Our Memorial Garden |
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Dear Beloved Members of St. Alban’s, We understand that many of you have heartfelt questions regarding our Memorial Garden—especially those with loved ones interred there. Your love and reverence for this sacred space are felt deeply, and we honor that with care and prayer. At this time, the Diocese has not made a final decision concerning the disposition of the remains or signage. We recognize this uncertainty is difficult, and we thank you for your patience and grace as we await further direction. For any questions moving forward, please reach out to our diocesan contact: Mr. Michael Booher Mr. Booher will do his best to assist you. However, please be aware that many answers will take time as decisions are still in process. We ask you to continue to pray for us, and we promise to pray for you. Let us move forward together, with faith and love, trusting in the One who holds all things in His hands. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” In Christ’s peace,
The Rev. Omar Reyes |
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□ A Difficult Announcement, A Faithful Journey □
Dear Beloved Members of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church,
After much prayer and discernment, the Diocese of Southwest Florida informed our church council of their sorrowful decision: St. Alban’s Episcopal Church is beginning the formal process of closure.
This is not the message we hoped to share. Our hearts are heavy. For over 70 years, St. Alban’s has stood as a beacon of worship and hope, beginning in 1950 with a small group of Episcopalians gathering at the Beach Community Clubhouse. With leaders like Richard Clark, and original members like John and Betty Lazzari, we’ve lived out a beautiful legacy of faith.
But after two devastating hurricanes and several other hardships, it is no longer possible to continue as we are. The Deanery Council will vote in June, with final approval brought to the General Convention in October 2025.
□ Worship Continues
Even as we prepare for this transition, our community will continue gathering. Thanks to the kindness of our dear Kay Mann, we will meet in her home for Sunday worship:
□ Sundays at 10:00 AM
□ Starting Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025
□ 504 50th Ave South, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
We thank Kay for her generosity and open heart. And I want you to know--I will continue as your priest and shepherd until the very end. Let’s stay united in love, support one another, and trust that God’s grace is not finished with us.
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18
In the coming weeks, I’ll share more updates and reflections. But for now, hold fast to one another and to the faith that has brought us this far.
With all my heart,
Fr. Omar Reyes
Priest-in-Charge
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
St. Pete Beach, FL
All walks of life are welcome at
St. Alban's Church!
Join us for Worship Sundays at 10AM At Kay Mann's House For our remaining time together.
Kay Mann's house is located at:
504 50th Ave South
St Petersburg, FL 33705
Morning Prayer on Facebook live At 09:00 AM Mon-Thurs
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St. Alban’s is a faith community where diversity is honored and celebrated; acceptance, encouragement and love are given so that all people may explore their journey in faith; and where, through our many gifts, we cultivate a desire to give in thankfulness for all God has given us.
We are of different ages from different backgrounds and during ‘the season’, different countries. We are straight, we are gay, we are trans. Some are single, some married, some partnered, some – single again. We are women, men, and children. Some of us live alone, some with others. People who come to St. Alban’s have all kinds of different reasons for choosing to make this a spiritual home – and this is a blessing. So, no matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. |
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COVID-19 Precautions
The Diocese of Southwest Florida does not mandate that masks be worn for in-person services. As a result, St. Alban's does not require that masks be worn in the church. We do encourage those who are more comfortable wearing a mask in church to continue to do so. In addition, there is plenty of room in the sanctuary for social distancing.
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