Dear friends,

Continued Easter greetings to you all!

As we celebrate Jesus Christ risen from the dead, this Sunday’s Gospel reminds us of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, who recognised Him in the breaking of the bread. Each time Mass is celebrated, we share in that same precious moment, recognising the risen Lord present with us in the Eucharist, the bread of life that nourishes and sustains us.

Let us rejoice this Easter season in the gift of this spiritual food and celebrate with joy.

This week we also mark the solemnity of St George, and next Friday at 8pm we will be holding our parish quiz night—do come along and join in the fun!

With every blessing,
Fr Sean

Notices

Electrical Repair Party – Saturday 18th April 1pm
Bring any small electrical items that need repairing and the repair party at the back of church will service it for free!

Quiz Night Friday 24th April 8pm in the hall 
Please register your team on the sheet at the back of church. £5 per person

Electoral Roll
The Electoral Roll needs to be revised in time for the APCM. This process ends on 25th April. If you did not submit a form last year or since last year’s APCM, please do so before the closing date. Any questions, see Bronwyn.

Children’s Society Boxes.  Please can these be brought back to church by the end of April.  Hand them in to Gussie, Jenny or a Sidesperson.
 
Society of Mary 2026 May Devotion – Saturday 2nd May

12noon: Solemn Mass at St Silas’ Kentish Town, Procession through the streets to Holy Trinity 1.50pm: Lunch in Holy Trinity Church Hall A £10 donation towards lunch is asked for. 3.30pm: AGM of the Society 4.00 pm: Vespers, Sermon & Benediction.

Junior Choir Taster Day – Saturday 9th May 10am-2pm lunch included
Do you love to sing? Want to join a fun community? Come add your voice to our growing choir
No prior experience needed. We offer professional tuition free of charge. A highly regarded ‘Voice for life’ medal scheme. Lead the singing each week. Choir club for fun and snacks. Events and socials each term free of charge

The Ascension of the Lord – Thursday 14th May, Solemn Mass 7pm

APCM Sunday 17th May after the 10am Mass
New churchwardens and PCC are elected for a new term.

Freddie Gilbert’s Baptism – Saturday 23rd May 12noon
Everyone is welcome to join the celebration of Fr Sean’s son’s Baptism followed by drinks reception at the back of church. This also marks Fr Sean’s 10th anniversary of the Priesthood and he will offer a votive mass of the Holy Spirit on the eve of Pentecost. 

This Week at St Alban's

Contact

If you or your family are in any kind of pastoral need, please do contact the clergy or a member of the church family. You are in our prayers!
 

Vicar:
Fr Sean Gilbert SSC (020) 8653 6092

Assistant Curate: 
Fr Joshua Pollard SSC 07466 574714

Churchwarden:
Jenny Sturtevant 07745 017607

Safeguarding Officers: 
Shelley Leckey (020) 8240 9188
Margaret Earle 07972647007

Hall Hire: 
Tammy Sprosen 07944435013
hmalbanse25@gmail.com

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