From the Rector
The rector reflects on our turning toward God’s heart in prayer and worship, offering and holding space for his life within our own, and providing a conduit through which his grace and generosity can flow, from him, through us, to provide help to those in need.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam : Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
This Monday, November 2, we'll observe the solemnity of All Souls' Day with a Mass of Requiem at 6:00pm that will include the Solemn Reading of the Parish Necrology and the Absolution of the Dead.
Choral Evensong
Mark your calendar for next Sunday, November 8 for our monthly service of Choral Evensong beginning at 5:30pm with organ prelude at 5:15pm. Evensong offers thanks for the day that is past, to seek spiritual peace for the evening ahead, and to provide attendees with a space for contemplation through beautiful music and scripture.
Adult Sunday School
Discussion of the Prayer Book's Catechism continues this Sunday from 9:15-10:15am (between morning masses) in Trinity Commons Student Center.
Across the Church
Southern Virginia to honor enslaved Africans with service of lament and repair, reinterment of remains.
Time Change
Unless Congress makes federal changes before then, Alabama will turn the clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. Nov. 1.
Monthly Requiem Mass
Mark your calendar for the midday Mass next Tuesday, November 10, when we'll offer in the Mary Chapel at 12:15pm our monthly requiem mass for our departed parishioners, loved ones, friends, and all victims of gun violence in Birmingham in 2026, with intercessions particularly for those killed in September and October of this and the same months last year.
All Saints’ Sunday
This Sunday, November 1, 2026
8:00am Holy Eucharist Rite I
10:30am Holy Eucharist Rite II with with Solemn Procession and Pledge Ingathering.
Fish Fry during Coffee Hour following 10:30 mass.
Stewardship Update
“A House of Prayer for All People”
We have now reached approximately 64% of our $400,000 goal, with $143,152 remaining! These funds will support the parish's operating expenses, ministries, and community outreach in 2027. We invite everyone who intends to pledge to do so as soon as possible. Every pledge of any size goes a very long way to make our life together possible.
Community Outreach
Saint Andy’s Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will be open this coming Saturday morning, November 7, from 8:30am until approx. 10:30 or 11:00am. Saint Clare’s Pantry will be operating during the same times.
From the Rector
The rector reflects on easing away from our anxiousness and seeking instead staying close to the heart of God.
Knives Out!
This Sunday, Oct. 25, show off your pumpkin carving skills during coffee hour in Trinity Commons. Votes will be cast for the best Jack-o'-lanterns, with prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. A suggested donation of $7 will cover the cost of pumpkins. Carving tools will be provided!
Stewardship Update
Thank you to everyone who has already made a pledge in support of Saint Andrew’s 2027 Stewardship Campaign — "A House of Prayer for All People." We are incredibly thankful for your generosity that sustains our common life and expanding ministry opportunities.
Streaming Live
We now stream the 10:30am Eucharist to the parish YouTube page @SaintAndrewsBirmingham, rather than to the parish Facebook page as we’ve done in the past. This upgrade was made possible through a diocesan Renew & Refresh Grant.
The full link is: https://YouTube.com/@SaintAndrewsBirmingham
Toforest Johnson
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey spares death row inmate, citing doubts about evidence.
From the Rector
The rector reflects on parish giving trends and putting them into perspective.
2027 Season of Stewardship
Thank you for prayerfully considering making a financial pledge to share in the ministries of Saint Andrew's Parish Church. We love Birmingham's Southside, and your financial support sustains our mission to be a house of prayer for all people.
Annual Parish Meeting
October 18, 2026 | 12:15pm (Trinity Commons Episcopal Student Center). Please make plans to join us in Trinity Commons this Sunday, October 18, after the 10:30am service, for Saint Andrew’s fall Annual Parish Meeting.
2029 Vestry Candidates
The Vestry is pleased to share the slate of three candidates for the 2029 Vestry Class. Join us this Sunday after the 10:30am service in Trinity Commons as we hear from our several candidates and vote.