The Episcopal Church of St. Alban the Martyr, Queens, N.Y.

11/02/2026

🌱 EVER MORE: Making Room for What God Will Do Next! ⛪

“Enlarge the place of your tent… lengthen your cords and strengthen your stakes.” — Isaiah 54:2

God is doing wonderful things at The Church of St. Alban the Martyr, and we believe there is Ever More to come!

This past year, we’ve welcomed new opportunities for Christian formation, celebrated our Community Health Fair, strengthened our music ministry, and renewed our vision for the future.

❤️ Now we’re asking you to help us build on that momentum!

Your financial generosity makes our ministry possible. As we look toward 2027, we hope to expand programs for children and youth, enrich our worship and music, strengthen pastoral care, and continue caring for our beautiful historic church.

Our future depends on our shared commitment. Every pledge matters, and every gift helps make room for God’s work among us.

🙏 Will you prayerfully consider making a pledge for 2027? If you already pledge, consider increasing your commitment. If you’ve never pledged before, this is a wonderful year to begin!

📬 Stewardship letters and pledge cards are being mailed to parish households, but you don’t have to wait!

💻 Make your 2027 pledge online today:
👉 www.satmqueens.org/pledge

📅 SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22!

⛪ One parish Mass at 9:00 AM
🥐 Festive parish brunch immediately following
💌 Annual Pledge Ingathering

Together, we’ll celebrate God’s blessings and make our commitments to the year ahead!

We’re not simply preserving what we’ve inherited. We’re making room for what God is calling us to become.

✨ Ever More. Ever Faithful. Ever Growing.

11/02/2026

✨ THE FEAST OF ALL SAINTS | NOVEMBER 1, 2026 ✨

“The Beatitudes are not a checklist. They are a proclamation.” -Fr. Keith Voets

What does it truly mean to be blessed?

On this Feast of All Saints, Fr. Keith invited us to reflect on the powerful promises of Jesus in the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1–12) and how they challenge the world's understanding of success, power, and happiness.

While the world often celebrates wealth, influence, and prestige, Christ calls us to something greater: mercy, humility, righteousness, peacemaking, and love.

Through the remarkable story of Jonathan Myrick Daniels, an Episcopal seminarian and civil rights martyr who gave his life protecting a young Black woman in 1965, we were reminded that the saints are not simply figures from history. Their lives offer us a glimpse of God's kingdom - a world transformed by compassion, justice, and sacrificial love.

As Fr. Keith reminded us, perhaps Jesus isn't turning the world upside down through the Beatitudes. Perhaps He is showing us what the world looks like when it is finally turned right side up. 🙏🏽

And while we await the fullness of God's kingdom, we find hope in the faithful witnesses who have gone before us, known and unknown, and in the Holy Spirit's power to transform our own hearts.

On this holy day, we remember that through baptism, we too are called to live as saints of God.

🕊️ Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. - Matthew 5:9

May we continue to be instruments of God's mercy, justice, and love in a world that needs them so deeply.

All Saints, pray for us. ✝️

📍 The Episcopal Church of St. Alban the Martyr | Queens, New York

11/01/2026

🎃👻 BOO BASH 2026 — WHAT A SPOOKTACULAR TIME! 🧡

What a wonderful afternoon of laughter, costumes, sweet treats, and community at The Episcopal Church of St. Alban the Martyr! 🕸️🍬

Our little superheroes, princesses, storybook characters, and spooky creatures came dressed to impress and ready for FUN!

From deliciously spooky desserts, cookies, cakes, and popcorn to balloon-popping excitement, highly competitive musical chairs, Pin the Nose on the Witch, and a few screams and giggles in our haunted house — there was never a dull moment! 😂🎈

But the sweetest part of the day was seeing our parish families, friends, neighbors, and visitors come together, sharing laughter, making memories, and enjoying the gift of fellowship. ❤️

✨ And did you know? Halloween comes from All Hallows' Eve, the evening before All Saints' Day (November 1), when the Church celebrates the saints, known and unknown. On All Souls' Day (November 2), we remember and pray for the faithful departed, holding our loved ones in our hearts and in the hope of eternal life with God.

So amid the costumes, candy, and playful frights, there's also a beautiful connection to our Christian tradition of remembrance, faith, and community. 🕯️

A very special THANK YOU to the team for the incredible love, creativity, and effort that went into making this celebration so special! And to everyone who helped decorate, donated, prepared treats, organized games, invited a friend, or simply came out to celebrate —THANK YOU! 🧡

It was wonderful having Fr. Keith, Fr. Kevin, Robbie, our St. Alban's family, and so many neighbors join in the festivities!

This is community. This is fellowship. This is St. Alban's! ❤️

Happy Halloween, and a blessed All Saints' Day to all! ✨

10/31/2026

10/29/2026

🎄✨ SOMETHING NEW THIS CHRISTMAS EVE! ✨🎄

We’ve been listening! After hearing from our congregation and reviewing the results of our parish survey, we’ve decided to try something new this year!

🕯️ Christmas Eve Mass will begin at 8:00 PM instead of 11:00 PM! 🕗

Our hope is that this earlier time will encourage more people to come out and celebrate the glorious Nativity of Our Lord, while still allowing everyone to get home at a reasonable hour!

We’re giving this new time a try for 2026, and we’re excited to see how it works!

⛪ Whether you’re with us every Sunday, haven’t been in a while, or are looking for a place to worship this Christmas, there’s a place for you at St. Alban’s!

🎶 Come celebrate the birth of Christ with us. We can’t wait to welcome you!

🎄 Christmas Eve | December 24 | 8:00 PM

❤️ Please help us spread the word!

10/26/2026

Gathered in Faith & Friendship 🙏🏽

💕 The Ladies Who Lunch… Do Brunch, Too!

What began as a circle of support and companionship among women of St. Alban the Martyr has grown into a beautiful tradition of friendship and fellowship.

Founded by parishioner Jackie G., Women Who Lunch brings together nine ladies who gather regularly to share stories, reflect on faith and spirituality, comfort in grief, offer encouragement, reminisce, and enjoy the simple joy of one another's company.

Their latest gathering? A lovely brunch filled with good food and even better conversation! 🥰

A beautiful reminder that fellowship extends far beyond Sunday worship, and sometimes the most meaningful ministry happens around a table. ❤️

“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” — Matthew 18:20 (KJV)

10/25/2026

10/25/2026

Sunday Reflection | Faithfulness Without the Weight of the World 🙏🏽

In today's sermon, Father Keith reminded us that we are called to be faithful, not to control every outcome.

Like Moses, who led God's people toward the Promised Land but did not enter it himself, we may not always see the fulfillment of the work we are called to do. Yet our contributions still matter.

In a world filled with pressure, uncertainty, and expectations, what a comforting reminder: The salvation of the world does not rest on our shoulders. It rests in God's hands.

Our calling is to show up, serve faithfully, and trust God with what comes next.

And even when we fall short, God's grace continues to reach us through Jesus Christ.

Do your part. Trust God with the rest. ❤️

- The Episcopal Church of St. Alban the Martyr

10/23/2026

🎃👻 CFA'S BOO BASH IS BACK! 🍬

Get your costumes ready! Join us at St. Alban the Martyr for an afternoon of Halloween fun, treats, and community fellowship!

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
⏰ 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 St. Alban the Martyr Church Basement
116-42 Farmers Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11412

Bring the family, invite a neighbor, and come dressed in your Halloween best! 🧡

All ages are welcome!

10/22/2026

Celebrating Ministry, Fellowship & Faith in Action! 💜

What a wonderful evening of fellowship and purpose!

On Wednesday, October 21, members of St. Alban the Martyr gathered at The Inn at New Hyde Park for the 75th Anniversary Celebration of Ministry, hosted by Episcopal Ministries of Long Island.

For many years, our parish has proudly supported this meaningful tradition, coming together in faith, generosity, and a shared commitment to serving others. This year was no exception, as our St. Alban the Martyr family filled two tables in support of this important ministry!

The evening also celebrated the extraordinary work of St. George's Food Pantry in Hempstead and St. Peter's Youth Summer Enrichment Program in Rosedale beautiful examples of faith put into action.

A heartfelt thank-you to Joan King, whose longstanding leadership and dedication have helped sustain our parish's participation over the years, and to everyone who attended, contributed, and continues to support this worthy cause.

Your generosity, enthusiasm, and unwavering commitment remind us that ministry is not only what we do within our church, but also how we serve the wider community.

Thank you to Jackie George for sharing these wonderful moments from the evening! 📸

Together in faith. Together in service. Together in community.