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It is my great joy to welcome you! Your presence here is a gift. St. Columba’s is a lively community of faith engaged in many ministries. We’re glad you’ve found us and look forward to welcoming you and learning more about you! W...Read More ›
Sunday & Weekdays
Worship with us this Sunday Service Times: 8a, 9a and 11:15 Wee Worship at 9:15a All Sunday morning services include readings from scripture, a sermon, and communion. Communion in the Episcopal Church is bread (wafers in our case) and real wine. C...Read More ›
New Here?
It is my great joy to welcome you! Your presence here is a gift. St. Columba’s is a lively community of faith engaged in many ministries. If you are seeking … comfort and care in a time of personal crisis or need, a way to s...Read More ›
Vestry
The vestry is the agent and legal representative of the parish in all matters concerning its corporate property and the relations of the parish to its clergy. Vestry Members The vestry consists of the rector, the senior warden, the junior ward...Read More ›
Vestry Committees
There are currently seven standing committees of the vestry: The Finance & Property committee is chaired by the parish treasurer, who has the responsibility for maintaining all parish funds, receiving and disbursing monies in accordance with app...Read More ›
Delegates and Alternate Delegates
Diocesan delegates represent St. Columba’s at the annual diocesan convention, which brings together clergy and lay members from all 88 congregations under the Bishop’s leadership each January to decide the diocesan budget, elect members of var...Read More ›
Flower Delivery
CARE The Flower Delivery Ministry delivers small baskets of altar flowers to parishioners to mark the joy of a happy event, such as a birth or baptism, to give thanks for a special service to the church, or to offer sympathy and hope when there ...Read More ›
Good Shepherds
CARE The Good Shepherds ministry offers home-cooked meals to parishioners who have experienced illness or are in a time of transition. They serve as cooks, drivers or coordinators, and their ministry of hospitality provides meaningful connection...Read More ›
Healing Prayer Ministry
Peace, peace, to the far and the near, says the Lord; and I will heal them (Isaiah 57.19) -The Healing Rite: Prayers for Healing Where can I come for Prayers for Healing? St Columba’s Healing Rite (Laying on of Hands and Prayers for Healing...Read More ›
Prayer Chain
CARE The Prayer Chain fulfills all prayer requests, offering individual prayers for those in need. CONTACT: MICHELE PRINCE | E-MAILRead More ›
Stephen Ministers
CARE The Stephen Ministry offers one-to-one, high quality care from a trained lay caregiver in a wide range of life’s more difficult situations including grief, divorce, job loss, illness, parenting challenges, spiritual crisis or depression. ...Read More ›
42nd Street Fellowship
CONNECT The 42nd Street Fellowship was founded more than 20 years ago as an affinity group for older singles, whether divorced, widowed, or never married. Most members today are retired. The group meets once a month for Sunday lunch at a variet...Read More ›
Coffee Hour Helpers
CONNECT A ministry focusing on hospitality and welcoming, the Coffee Hour Helpers make and serve refreshments on Sunday mornings. CONTACT: NANCY TWIST | E-MAILRead More ›
Fathers' Group
St. Columba’s Fathers’ Group offers men with children at home and recent empty-nesters a community where we learn how to use God’s tools to build and develop our lives as fathers and leaders of young people. Through both formal and informal ...Read More ›
Mothers' Group
The Mothers’ Group seeks to strengthen our faith by sharing our experiences as mothers, and meets in fellowship to discuss the realities of motherhood – both the challenges and the blessings – and to hear from guest speakers on t...Read More ›
Sticks-in-Stitches
CONNECT Sticks-in-Stitches gathers monthly to knit, crotchet or do other needlework projects, working individually but often as a group on projects for the Water Ministry, pastoral care and other church ministries. [module:cb-People:63:horizo...Read More ›
SUPER Sundae Sunday!
posted on Sep 23, 2021In a typical year, our programs for adult and child formation would begin just after Labor Day, under the celebratory title “Sundae Sunday”. This year, because we are beginning our program year on October 3rd, AND we’re reopening the Nave af...
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New Service Times begin Oct 3!
posted on Sep 22, 2021Inside – in the Church Nave 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:00 am Holy Eucharist with choir; live-streamed Outside – in the Courtyard 9:15 am Wee Worship for young children and their families 11:15 am Courtyard Worship; Holy Eucharist with c...
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for September 16th
posted on Sep 17, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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Statement on climate change by Archbishop of Canterbury, Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch
posted on Sep 9, 2021For the first time, the leaders of the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Anglican Communion have jointly warned of the urgency of environmental sustainability, its impact on poverty, and the importance of global cooperatio...
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Celebrating 25 years with Diane Heath
posted on Sep 7, 2021We're celebrating 25 wonderful years with our assistant director of music, Diane Heath, with an organ recital video which includes works by some of her favorite composers. Over the past 25 years, Diane has shared music in Great Hall services, co...
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for September 2nd
posted on Sep 2, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for August 30
posted on Aug 27, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. SEE ENEWS
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What's Up at St. C's: eNews for August 23
posted on Aug 23, 2021Check out this week's eNews for an update on St. Columba's events and programs. See eNews
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Nave Repair Update!
posted on Aug 23, 2021We’re almost there! Final paint and touchups are happening this week and the floors and doors are being sanded and refinished as we speak. Carpet installation and ductwork cleaning will happen over the next few weeks. We look forward to your ret...
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry issues statement on Fulton v. Philadelphia
posted on Jun 17, 2021My heart is with my LGBTQ siblings in light of today’s ruling by the Supreme Court in Fulton v. Philadelphia. For us, the affirmation of equal rights for all people is a moral and religious conviction; it is grounded in the Bible, which declares...
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Seeking Vestry nominations!
posted on Jun 10, 2021It is time again to gather nominations for candidates to stand for vestry and we need your help! First, we are pleased to announce that the vestry has approved a Nominating Committee which will work over the next several months to identify and pr...
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Antiracism Task Force Small Group Conversations
posted on May 28, 2021The St. Columba’s Antiracism Task Force wants to hear from you. Please join us for a small group conversation to share your thoughts on our journey to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive church community. During the months of June and July...
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Columbarium Guild Volunteer Opportunity
posted on May 7, 2021St. Columba’s has an Altar Guild and a Flower Guild.Each provides an important service to the church to make our services and the Nave special.It is time for us to establish a Columbarium Guild to do for the Columbarium what the other two Gu...
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Nave Repair Update: Wrapping the Flentrop Organ
posted on Apr 1, 2021Follow the repairs here
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Nave Repairs are underway! Follow along with us.
posted on Mar 18, 2021This is an extraordinary moment in the life of St. Columba's. We are moving forward with repairing the Nave. If you would like to know more about it, follow the progress online: FOLLOW THE REPAIRS HERE!
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Announcing Members of our Anti-Racism Task Force
posted on Jan 25, 2021Dear Ones, On behalf of the vestry, I am glad to announce the formation of St. Columba’s Antiracism Task Force. The Task Force will not be doing the work alone; they will need the help of the parish, and there will be ample ways for ...
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Exciting News from St. Columba's!
posted on Jan 21, 2021We are truly grateful for the generosity shown by those who made a financial pledge for 2021 in thanks for God’s blessings and in support of St. Columba’s ministry. To date, we have received $2,446,953 in pledges from 587 households. O...
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Volunteers Needed: Adopt a family at Housing Up for the Holidays!
posted on Dec 3, 2020Donate Ingredients for a Family's Holiday Dinner and/or Help Load or Deliver Holiday Dinner Boxes to Housing Up! Adopt a family in need this holiday season by providing a box with all the ingredients for a festive holiday dinner. St. Columba's E...
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Silent Night Virtual Choir Project
posted on Nov 24, 2020Silent Night is one of our most beloved carols, and it just wouldn’t feel like Christmas eve without it. Although we can't be physically together this Christmas Eve, we’re planning a Silent Night Virtual Choir - and we’d love for...
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Parish Election Results
posted on Nov 16, 2020The results of St. Columba’s annual election are as follows: WardenAbigail Gorman, Senior WardenSara Glenn, Junior Warden VestryKesha EvansAlix GuerrierPatty JensenTim MassadKris MooreDiocesan DelegatesBill Jensen Scott Prichett Thelma T...
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Sunday Sermon -The Rev. Joshua Daniel, PH.D.
posted on Mar 17, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Faith Story - Dominic Rusciolelli
posted on Mar 10, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Reflection on Alabama Civil Rights Pilgrimage
posted on Mar 10, 2024Pilgrims to Alabama will return and report on their experience walking the path of Civil Rights activists. Learn from fellow Columbans about their journey and about how it can impact our St. Columba's community.
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God's Biggest But - The Rev. Mitchell Felton
posted on Mar 10, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Zeal for God's House - The Rev. AdelynTyler-Williams
posted on Mar 3, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Barry Black, Chaplain of the United States Senate
posted on Mar 3, 2024Barry Black became the 62nd Senate Chaplain in 2003 and is the first African American and first Seventh Day Adventist to hold this position. Black is author of From the Hood to the Hill: A Story of Overcoming and children's book A Prayer for our C...
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A Lamentation - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin
posted on Feb 25, 2024A Lamentation (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. ...
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Invitation to a Holy Lent - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler-Williams
posted on Feb 18, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Susan Flanders
posted on Feb 18, 2024Sermon Text St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O ...
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“Freedom and Poetry” - The Rev. Mitchell Felton & Guest
posted on Feb 11, 2024“Freedom and Poetry”The Rev. Mitchell Felton, Jessica Anderson, Katie Spero, Maria Teresa Bautista Berrios. Join a conversation around the connections between freedom and poetry. The conversation will center two spoken word poems, "And the Rep...
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Scripture Illumination - The Rev. Joshua Daniel, The Rev. Mitchell Felton and Ruby Daniel
posted on Feb 11, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Rector Search - The Rev. Dr. Canon Robert Phillips
posted on Feb 4, 2024The Rev. Dr. Canon Robert Phillips from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington will join us to discuss the process of a rector search and how we at St. Columba's will find our next rector. Canon Phillips is the Canon for Leadership Development and Co...
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Faith Stories - Hugh Golub
posted on Feb 4, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Look and Listen, But Do Not Comprehend - The Rev. Ledlie Laughlin ( Feb 4, 2024)
posted on Feb 4, 2024Look and Listen, But Do Not Comprehend (Sermon Text) St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of Go...
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Sunday Forum -Stirring The Waters
posted on Jan 28, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMB...
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Sunday Sermon -The Rev. AdelynTyler-Williams
posted on Jan 28, 2024Bulletin and Connections for January 28, 2024: https://www.columba.org/blog/bulletin-and-connecti... St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and...
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Sunday Sermon - The Rev. Glenna Huber
posted on Jan 21, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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Sunday Forum - The Rev. Glenna Huber
posted on Jan 21, 2024As we engage Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney's Women's Lectionary, we are thrilled ot welcome Rev. Glenna Huber, Rector of The Church of the Epiphany. Rev. Huber will share from her experience as a Black woman in the Episcopal Church. St. Columba’s Episco...
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Who has Authority to speak into your life? - The Rev. Mitchell Felton
posted on Jan 21, 2024St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is a welcoming Christian community of all ages that encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love. L EA R N M O R E AT COLUMBA...
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Year W at St. Columba's - The Rev. Adelyn Tyler - Williams
posted on Jan 14, 2024In the season after Epiphany, St. Columba's will use Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney's Women's Lectionary. Our forum will address the purpose and scope of the lectionary and explore what we can learn through hearing different language for God and new translat...
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