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Join us for Easter 2021 at St Alban's Epping as we celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus. Easter Holy Week and Easter Services Palm Sunday, 13 April 8.00 am Blessing of the Palms and Palm Sunday Eucharist 9.10 am Ecumenical Procession commencing outside Our Lady Help of Christians, 29 Oxford Street, Epping 10.00 am Palm Sunday Eucharist at St Alban's Monday, 14 April, 7.45 pm Holy Week Reflection with Doris Awad Tuesday, 15 April, 7.45 pm Holy Week Reflection with Laura Divine Wednesday, 16 April, 7.45 pm Holy Week Reflection with Amy Taylor Maundy Thursday, 17 April 10.30am Eucharist with Prayers for Healing 7.45pm Maundy Thursday Eucharist with Serving One Another Good Friday, 18 April, 9.30 am Eucharist with the Passion narrative in readings and music followed by Hot Cross buns and refreshments Easter Sunday, 20 April Dawn Eucharist, 5.30 am followed by the Easter party Easter Day Festival Choral Eucharist, 8.30 am We are planning to have all these services available on Zoom for those who cannot attend. Download the service sheet here Download the service sheet here Download the service sheet here Download the service sheet here

Our Team Rev'd Phil Lui Rector, St Alban's Epping phil@eppinganglicans.org.au 0413 396 435 Denise Pigot Parish Administrator office@eppinganglicans.org.au 9876 3362 Doris Awad Aimee and David Wong Student Ministers Bill Walton Assistant Minister (part time) Kian Holik Pastor, EPIC Indonesian Congregation kian@eppinganglicans.org.au Kari Hewitt Caretaker Chris Czerwinski Music Director krzysztof_czerwinski@yahoo.com Isabel Li Organ Scholar Enoch Pan Organ Scholar Churchwardens Noel Christie-David David Tait Elizabeth Jenkins Parish Treasurer Shane Christie-David Synod Representatives Gillian Taylor and Doris Awad Parish Nominators Glyn Evans, Peggy Sanders, Ruth Shatford AM , James von Stieglitz Property, Finance and other Parish matters Education and Spiritual Development Youth and Children's Ministry Missions Liturgy and Music Pastoral Care Ecumenism Outreach and Communication Hospitality Saint Aidan's Property Secretary to Parish Council Parish Council Rector and Churchwardens Rector Gillian Taylor Glyn Evans Peggy Sanders Margaret Cummins Christine Murray Noel Christie-David Elizabeth Jenkins Ken Bock OAM Christine Murray

Centenary Celebrations June 2023 sees the centenary of the laying of the foundation stone of the current church building o f St Alban's. Come and join us at the following events marking this significant milestone in our church's history 16th June 2023 at 6.30pm: Choral Evensong followed by a Champagne Supper Visiting Preacher – The Reverend Dr Daniel Dries Christ Church St Laurence, Sydney, NSW 18th June 2023 at 9.30am: St Alban’s Day Choral Eucharist, followed by Lunch, BYO Drinks Visiting Preacher – The Reverend Canon Dr Ben Edwards St Paul’s Manuka, ACT RSVP: Wednesday 31st May 2023 Tickets: Champagne Supper @ $35.00 pp Lunch @ $70.00 pp Family tickets available for those with children u12y - Price on request Tickets for The Champagne Supper and the Lunch may be purchased via trybooking: https://www.trybooking.com/CHIRI Please note: No tickets are necessary to attend either of the services. Download the flyer here . All enqui ries to Denise Pigot E: office@eppinginganglicans.org.au Ph: 02 9876 3362 Website: www.eppinganglicans.org.au

Funerals At this very sad and difficult time, we offer our assistance and experience to support you in relation to all aspects of funeral arrangements. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Office on 02 9876 3362. or at office@eppinganglicans.org.au The Funeral Guidelines Document is available for download by clicking here .

Services Sundays 8.00 am Eucharist at St Alban's Sundays 10.00 am Eucharist at St Alban's, also streamed on Zoom Sunday School during school terms Sundays 6.00pm (2nd Sunday o f February, April, June, August, October and November) Taize service Thursdays 10.30 am - resuming 5 February 2026 Eucharist with Prayers for Healing Zoom Service Password (if required) - 389867 If you are dialling in, the number is: 8015 6011 Meeting ID: 825 1618 2389 followed by #(and another # - there isn’t a participants number). Please keep your computer or phone on “mute” during the service, unless otherwise indicated.To mute/unmute your phone, press *6 10am Service Sheet

Mission of the Month Mission of the Month BANKSIA WOMEN AND ROUGH EDGES Saint John’s Darlinghurst Saint John’s Anglican Church, Darlinghurst is in a strategic location to reach out with innovative ministries to the people of East Sydney. Their grass-roots charity St John's Community Services (SJCS) offers Help, Home and Hope to those suffering from the trauma of homelessness, domestic violence and exclusion. Initially synonymous with the drop-in centre Rough Edges, SJCS also operates Banksia Women and an education program, Urban Insight. Refer to https://www.sjcs.org.au/ Banksia Women Banksia Women is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2019 by SJCS. It supports women who have experienced domestic and family violence or abuse, in their recovery by providing community, connection and long term support. The program provides evidence-based health and wellbeing programs, and legal services which support and empower women so they can rebuild their lives. Further details at www.banksiawomen.org.au Donate at https://www.banksiawomen.org.au/donate Rough Edges Rough Edges has been a community hub and drop-in centre since 1996. It offers a friendly welcome, a hearty meal and a safe place to unwind to those experiencing homelessness. Today Rough Edges is open Monday to Thursday 7.30pm – 9pm. Further details at https://www.roughedges.org.au/ Donate at https://www.roughedges.org.au/donations Roughtober 2025 Roughtober is a fundraising event, this year on Friday 24 October, where every dollar raised goes to supporting Rough Edges. People swap comfort for compassion and experience a small taste of what it's like to be homeless by choosing a comfort to give up. They may • Sleep rough around St John’s, 24 October • Sleep in their car at St John’s, 24 October • Sleep in their own location (could be a backyard, a car, or someone’s couch), any date in October • Wear the same shoes for the month of October • Choose another ‘comfort’ to give up throughout October. For further details and to register, go to https://www.roughtober.org/ There are a few ways you can make a general donation to Saint John’s Community Services. Either use the ‘Beyond the Parish’ side of your weekly offertory (please write ‘SJCS’ next to the stamped date) or use a plain envelope marked ‘SJCS’. Alternatively, transfer funds electronically to the St Alban’s account - please use tag ‘SJCS’, or donate funds directly at https://www.sjcs.org.au/donate Two ways you can donate 1 Direct Transfer St Alban’s Account: BSB No: 032 081, Account No: 000024 St Aidan’s Account: BSB No: 032 081, Account No: 810086 Please indicate which service you attend. If you wish some of your giving to go to the Mission of the Month or any other specific cause, please indicate it on your direct transfer. 2 In Person Leave your donation in the church office... Go to Give page

Parish History Location and History of the Parish Written by Nigel Hubbard Arranged by Christopher Lawn Scroll to view Top of page St Alban's Anglican Church has been providing ministry for those who live or work or choose to worship in Epping, for more than a century. The first Anglican services were held in the home of Robert Hilliard in Essex Street and commenced mid 1891. Start St Aidan's Anglican Church West Epping was opened as a centre of worship and Sunday School by Archbishop Mowll on 28 November 1953 and named “The Raymond V Ford Memorial Hall”. It has been known as St Aidan’s West Epping since 1962. The area now known as Epping was known as "Pennant Hills" "East Carlingford" until 1899. St Alban's Anglican Church has been providing ministry for those who live, work or choose to worship in Epping, for more than a century. The first Anglican services were held in the home of Robert Hilliard in Essex Street and commenced mid 1891. The following year, Hilliard erected a wooden hall on his property, and the first service was held there on 22nd May, 1892. Anglican worship has been held in Epping (known until 1899 as "East Carlingford") almost every Sunday since then. In 1896 the Anglican community felt inspired to erect a permanent church and this was opened in October of that year. The foundation stone of polished Bowral trachyte can be clearly seen at the front of the building, the only inscription being 1896 in Roman numerals (MDCCCXCVI). Today it survives as the parish centre and church offices and although the interior has been altered beyond all recognition, the outside is little changed from the time when it stood alone on the crest of the hill surmounted by a small bell tower which has since been removed for safety reasons. As Epping moved from village to outer suburb a more elaborate church was deemed necessary and the present building was opened for worship in December 1923. In 1960/61 it was completed by means of an extension to the West end. The architect was Burcham Clamp, noted for a number of suburban churches and also distinguished homes in suburbs such as Mosman. A number of Clamp’s concepts have been modified to meet the changing demands of worship over the past seventy years. The original sanctuary was very small and there was seating for the choir placed between the altar and the congregation. In 1991 this was removed and the sanctuary enlarged, the altar being moved forward in order to bring the actions of the Eucharist close to the worshippers. One of the early benefactors of St Alban’s was Harry Weldon Williamson, a prosperous paint merchant who owned a substantial home next door to the Church, where the block of units stands today. Williamson donated the original altar, (since removed), the altar cross (now placed against the east wall) as well as the fine three light East window; this depicts Christ the King (centre), the Blessed Virgin Mary, and King David. The font was originally placed in the old church in May 1900, the cost being raised by subscription to commemorate the life of Samuel Charles Atchison, a former Sunday School teacher who was killed fighting in the Boer war in February 1900. Later the font was placed at the back (West end) of the new Church, and later still in the North transept and subsequently the South transept. Today baptisms are celebrated at the front of the building and all members of the congregation join in the admission of the newly baptised person into the fellowship of Christ’s church. The Martyrs’ Chapel on the North side of the sanctuary commemorates all those who gave their lives as martyrs of Christ’s church. In particular we give thanks for May Hayman and Mavis Parkinson who were martyred in 1942. In the late 1930’s May and Mavis were members of the congregation while undertaking missionary training. Their missionary service in Papua- New Guinea was overtaken by the events of World War Two. The parish is proud to be associated with the New Guinea martyrs, whose festival is held each year on 2nd September. The wall hanging in the Chapel is a wonderful example of artistry and design. This spectacular work depicts the two land masses of Australia and Papua-New Guinea in brown and green, divided by a blue ocean. Both are united by a rainbow signifying the covenant between God and his creation. The red strand which joins the two land masses represents the blood which Christ shed for all, uniting us with the martyrs of the faith in one body. The Chapel is used for prayer groups, the daily office, and early weekday Eucharists. The majestic tower and spire, built in 1961 when the Church was extended, are a landmark throughout the district, directing the thoughts of men and women “to the higher things which are eternal and divine”. The money for this project was bequeathed by Dr Charles M. F. Olsen. Music plays an important part in the life of the congregation, and St Alban’s has been fortunate in having the services of a succession of distinguished organists. There was a pipe organ on the North side of the sanctuary (in the present position of the chapel) from 1936. In 1981 a gallery was erected to accommodate the new organ of two manuals and eighteen stops built by Orgues Létouneau of Quebec. It is a fine recital instrument and ideal for accompanying worship. A two manual and pedal mechanical action organ with mechanical stop action, 18 speaking stops; 23 ranks and 1,158 pipes.Located in the purpose-built gallery above the western entrance to the church, the organ was constructed by Orgues Létourneau of Quebec in 1981. In 1998 Létourneau rebuilt the 1866 William Hill & Son three-manual organ in St Andrew’s Cathedral, Sydney. The gallery is used by our senior and junior choirs as they lead the worship at choral services. The parish remembers those of its number who served in the World Wars of 1914/18 and 1939/45. The reredos (carved panelling) at the East end of the sanctuary was given in memory of those who served in World War Two. The honour board for World War One is to be found in the South transept above the font. Among the names is that of the distinguished scholar, Dr Everard Digges la Touche who volunteered for service in the Great War and was killed at Gallipoli in August 1915. The Memorial Garden is located between the War Memorial Hall and the Rectory. This garden was dedicated as a memorial to past parishioners and clergy on Sunday 1 November 1981, All Saints’ Day and the Eve of All Souls. The dedication ceremony was performed by the Rev’d Canon William Rook, rector of this parish 1949-1969. Over the years a number of ashes have been interred. Plaques have not been allowed but names are recorded in the book of remembrance kept in the narthex. In 1998 the Parish Council decided to permit the planting of a special rose or other plant in memory of a loved one. This planting should be arranged with the Garden Committee and be done under their supervision. This will ensure that the area will always remain a beautiful reminder of the people remembered by the Memorial Garden. Back to top

Join us for Easter 2021 at St Alban's Epping as we celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus. Christmas Services At St Alban's 17 December 7.45 Festival of Lessons & Carols Christmas Eve 6.00pm Family Christmas Service 9.30 0pm Festival Eucharist Christmas Day 8.30am Festival Choral Eucharist Sunday Services 31 December: 8 am and 10 am In January 2022: 8am and 10am St Aidan's - No services are currently taking place

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Give Why give? In our materialistic, consumer society giving money away is a counter-cultural activity, and yet the Bible encourages us to do just that. But Christian giving is not a reckless, abandonment of possessions but rather a discipline that supports God’s work in the world and the spiritual growth of the followers of Jesus. See the slideshow below for 6 reasons to give: 1. You will grow in your reverence of God. Moses told the Israelites that they were to set aside their tithes “so that you may learn to revere the LORD your God always. Deuteronomy 14:22 When we give sacrificially we will see that God does indeed provide all our needs. We will move from reliance on ourselves to reliance on God. Such trust honours our Lord and gives him glory. How you can donate 1 Direct Transfer/Debit This kind of giving – needs to be budgeted in advance and is an excellent way to be disciplined in your giving, is convenient and doesn’t depend on your memory. St Alban’s Account: BSB No: 032 081, Account No: 000024 Please indicate which service you attend. If you wish some of your giving to go to the Mission of the Month or any other specific cause, please indicate it on your direct transfer. Explore Mission of the Month 2 Envelopes Envelopes are available in packets on a table at the rear of the church. This kind of giving is completely anonymous and helps maintain systematic giving. It also makes it easy to give to another Christian organisation you may nominate. Leave your donation in the church office in a marked envelope. 3 Collection Plate This kind of giving depends on cash being available to use and you can only give when you’re present at a church service. ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us.

Sermons All Posts 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Search Paul Weaver Pentecost 9, Sunday 21 July 2024 FROM ALIENATION TO RECONCILIATION (Ephesians 2) Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Pentecost 4, Sunday 16 June 2024 THE SEED AND THE KINGDOM (1 Samuel 15:34-16:15; Psalm 20; 2 Corinthians 5:6-10,14-17; Mark 4:26-34) Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Pentecost, Sunday 19 May 2024 THE EMPOWERED CHURCH (Pentecost) (Acts 2:1-21; Ps 104:26-36; Rom 8:22-27; John 15:26-16:15) Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Easter 2, Sunday 7 April 2024 Easter Brings Us Together Acts 4:32-37, Psalm 133, 1 John 1:1-2:2, Luke 24:36-48 Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Transfiguration, Sunday 11 February 2024 Our Part in God's Great Story 2 Kings 2:1-12, Psalm 50:1-6, 2 Corinthians 4:3-12, Mark 9:2-9 Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Epiphany 4, Sunday 28 January 2024 Series on Stewardship 4: The Trust Test Pt 2 (Jeremiah 17:5-8 and Matthew 22:34-40) Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Epiphany 3, Sunday 21 January 2024 Series on Stewardship 3: The Trust Test Part 1 (Deuteronomy 8:10-18 and Matthew 25:14-30) Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Epiphany 2, Sunday 14 January 2024 Series on Stewardship 2: Can God Trust Me? (Luke 16:1-13) Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Epiphany 1, Sunday 7 January 2024 Series on Stewardship 1: Trust, the key to success (Proverbs 3:1-10 and Psalm 136:1-9) Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Christmas 1, Sunday 31 December 2023 The Song of Simeon (Luke 2:22-40) Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Christmas Eve, Sunday 24 December 2023 Christmas Eve (Luke 2:1-14) Download this sermon here: . Paul Weaver Advent 2, Sunday 10 December 2023 COMFORT, MY PEOPLE (Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85, 2 Peter 3:8-15, Mark 1:1-8) Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Pentecost 16, Sunday 17 September 2023 When Christians disagree Exodus 14:19-31; Psa 114; Romans 14:1-14; Matthew 18:21-35 Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Pentecost 12, Sunday 20 August 2023 The Hand of God - Genesis 45:1-15 Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Pentecost 11, Sunday 13 August 2023 Trust in the Dark - Genesis 37:1-4,12-28, Matthew 14:22-36, Psalm 105 Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Pentecost 8, Sunday, 23 July 2023 GOOD NEWS OF HOPE Genesis 28:10-19; Psalm 139; Romans 8:12-25; Matthew 13:24-45 Download this sermon here: Paul Weaver Talk for the Council of Christians and Jews, Tuesday, 13 June 2023 Jewish Scriptures and Christian Scriptures, given at the Great Synagogue Sydney Download the talk of the text here: Ross Nicholson Trinity, Sunday, 4 June 2023 Trinity and Community Matthew 28:16-20, 2Corinthians 13:11-13 Download this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Pentecost, Sunday 28 MAY 2023 Gifts of the Spirit- 1Corinthians 12:1-13 Download the text of this sermon here: Ross Nicholson Easter 6, 14 May 2023 Acts 17:22-31 Download this sermon here:

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