Saint Alban's Tokyo

Notice for 13t May

miki — Tue, 15 May 2012 05:51:45 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Mon
Tue	Morning Prayer at 7:00 a.m. AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m. Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur	Ascension Day Holy Eucharist at 7:00 p.m.
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

May 19	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
May 20	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

Please take a few moments to complete our Membership Form. Copies are available at the Welcome Table in the hall at coffee hour after the 10:30 service. Please give completed form to the person at the Welcome Table. There is also a visitors’ book for visitors to sign.

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
Adult Christian Education - Did you miss the “Surprised by Hope” study group during Lent? Well, you’ve got a chance to attend the repeat, in which Bishop N. T. Wright explores questions like: What does all the talk in the New Testament about “resurrection” really mean? How was it understood by the Early Church? Is there something deeper than the commonly (mis-)understood references to heaven, hell, and life before- and after death? Fr. Scott will be leading the group on Thursday evenings at 7PM, starting May 24th and continuing through June 28th. If you are interesting in attending or helping facilitate the sessions, please contact Fr. Scott (walker.tko@nskk.org).
Annual Farewell Party by Jonan Church Group of Lay People - A Farewell Party for priests leaving the Jonan Group will be held at St. Paul’s Church. Fr. Scott Walker is one of them. Please join this event and show our appreciation.

Time and date: May 27th (Sunday) from 4:00 p.m.

Place: St.Paul’s Church (2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-Word)

How to get there: From Shibuya,get on the Toyoko line and get off at Yutenji

Telephone: 03-3710-6031

Fee: \500

If you plan to attend the party, please contact Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Kapatiran Fiesta 2012! - *Charity fund-raising event* to help support Kapatiran’s activities. Admission Free!

Saturday May 26, 2012, 11:00 - 15:00

St. Andrew’s and St. Alban’s Church Compound

*Fiesta features: dance shows, songs, bazaar, food, auction, surprises, etc

Raffle Tickets@\1,000 each

Prizes: Round-trip ticket for Cebu, 1 night stay at Holiday Inn Tobu-Narita etc.
BSA Study Tour to Korea - Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s is organizing a study tour to Korea

Tour Plan: June 2nd (Saturday): Leave Tokyo Sightseeing in Seoul

June 3rd (Sunday): Attend the Sunday service in Seoul Cathedral

Meet the congregation of the Cathedral

June 4th (Monday): Sightseeing

June 5th(Tuesday): Lecture, sightseeing and return to Tokyo

Fee: \74,000

Contact:03-3436-4325
Let’s Join the Summer Camp in KEEP - The Sunday School Teachers’ Association of the Tokyo Diocese is organizing a summer camp in Kiyosato. The programme is: visiting St. Andrew’s Church in Kiyosato, making crafts, hiking along the river, watching the stars, milking the cows, riding a hay wagon and of course the camp fire. Kiyosato is very famous for the delicious ice cream as well as beautiful forests.

Date: August 10 (Friday) to 12th (Sunday), 2012

Place: Foresters’ Camp in Kiyosato

Fee: Pre-school children ¥10,000

Elementary and Junior High School students ¥15,000

Adults ¥19,000

Enrollment: 60 people

Transportation: By bus leaving from Shinjuku. You can also go in your own car.

Ten children who evacuated from Tohoku to Tokyo since last March are invited to participate in this Summer camp.

If you and your children are planning to stay in Tokyo in August, it is a good way to escape the heat in Tokyo. Or you can have three quiet days in Tokyo knowing that your loved ones are safe in Kiyosato!

Application forms will be distributed within a few days and if you want to know more in detail please ask Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Incensed? You could be - Do you enjoy the “odor of sanctity” associated with the use of incense in worship and want to share that joy with others? St. Alban’s has become the Japan agent for Prinknash Abbey incense, a very high-quality line of incense made by Benedictine monks at Prinknash Abbey in Gloucestershire, UK. While we’re looking for some people to plan and manage the distribution among interested churches in the Diocese of Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan, this is also an opportunity to learn more about the living and ancient liturgy of the Church. Please contact Fr. Scott for more information (walker.tko@nskk.org) .
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 6th May

miki — Tue, 08 May 2012 02:43:08 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m. Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur	Morning Prayer at 7:00 a.m.
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

May 12 & 19	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
May 20	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
Rector Search Update - Since the Search Committee listed on ECUSA’s ‘Calling for Clergy’ listing (http://episcopaldigitalnetwork.com/blog/2012/03/27/32712-rector-tokyo/), we have received multiple inquiries. Currently we have several applications both from the UK and the US. Our deadline for applications is April 30. The Search Committee is going to meet for a further process, to determine if all of them will be good candidates for a new rector at St. Alban’s. Once it’s decided, we will have direct interviews with them. We will keep you informed of further progress. We would appreciate your continued prayers for this ministry.
Annual Farewell Party by Jonan Church Group of Lay People - A Farewell Party for priests leaving the Jonan Group will be held at St. Paul’s Church Fr. Scott Walker is one of them. Please join this event and show our appreciation.

Time and date: May 27th (Sunday) from 4:00 p.m.

Place: St.Paul’s Church (2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-Word)

How to get there: From Shibuya,get on the Toyoko line and get off at Yutenji

Telephone: 03-3710-6031

Fee: \500

If you plan to attend the party, please contact Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Kapatiran Fiesta 2012! - *Charity fund-raising event* to help support Kapatiran’s activities Admission Free!

Saturday May 26, 2012, 11:00 - 15:00

St. Andrew’s and St. Alban’s Church Compound

*Fiesta features: dance shows, songs, bazaar, food, auction, surprises, etc

Raffle Tickets@\1,000 each

Prizes: Round-trip ticket for Cebu, 1 night stay at Holiday Inn Tobu-Narita etc.
BSA Study Tour to Korea - Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s is organizing a study tour to Korea

Tour Plan: June 2nd (Saturday): Leave Tokyo Sightseeing in Seoul

June 3rd (Sunday): Attend the Sunday service in Seoul Cathedral

Meet the congregation of the Cathedral

June 4th (Monday): Sightseeing

June 5th(Tuesday): Lecture, sightseeing and return to Tokyo

Fee: \74,000

Contact:03-3436-4325
Let’s Join the Summer Camp in KEEP - The Sunday School Teachers’ Association of the Tokyo Diocese is organizing a summer camp in Kiyosato. The programme is: visiting St. Andrew’s Church in Kiyosato, making crafts, hiking along the river, watching the stars, milking the cows, riding a hay wagon and of course the camp fire. Kiyosato is very famous for the delicious ice cream as well as beautiful forests.

Date: August 10 (Friday) to 12th (Sunday), 2012

Place: Foresters’ Camp in Kiyosato

Fee: Pre-school children ¥10,000

Elementary and Junior High School students ¥15,000

Adults ¥19,000

Enrollment: 60 people

Transportation: By bus leaving from Shinjuku. You can also go in your own car.

Ten children who evacuated from Tohoku to Tokyo since last March are invited to participate in this Summer camp.

If you and your children are planning to stay in Tokyo in August, it is a good way to escape the heat in Tokyo. Or you can have three quiet days in Tokyo knowing that your loved ones are safe in Kiyosato!

Application forms will be distributed within a few days and if you want to know more in detail please ask Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Incensed? You could be - Do you enjoy the “odor of sanctity” associated with the use of incense in worship and want to share that joy with others? St. Alban’s has become the Japan agent for Prinknash Abbey incense, a very high-quality line of incense made by Benedictine monks at Prinknash Abbey in Gloucestershire, UK. While we’re looking for some people to plan and manage the distribution among interested churches in the Diocese of Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan, this is also an opportunity to learn more about the living and ancient liturgy of the Church. Please contact Fr. Scott for more information (walker.tko@nskk.org) .
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 29th April

miki — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:24:09 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Mon	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Tue
Wed	Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m.
Thur	Morning Prayer at 7:00 a.m.
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

May 6 & 20	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
May 12 & 19	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
Rector Search Update - Since the Search Committee listed on ECUSA’s ‘Calling for Clergy’ listing (http://episcopaldigitalnetwork.com/blog/2012/03/27/32712-rector-tokyo/), we have received multiple inquiries. Currently we have several applications both from the UK and the US. Our deadline for applications is April 30. The Search Committee is going to meet for a further process, to determine if all of them will be good candidates for a new rector at St. Alban’s. Once it’s decided, we will have direct interviews with them. We will keep you informed of further progress. We would appreciate your continued prayers for this ministry.
Annual Farewell Party by Jonan Church Group of Lay People - A Farewell Party for priests leaving the Jonan Group will be held at St. Paul’s Church Fr. Scott Walker is one of them. Please join this event and show our appreciation.
Time and date: May 27th (Sunday) from 4:00 p.m.
Place: St.Paul’s Church (2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-Word)
How to get there: From Shibuya,get on the Toyoko line and get off at Yutenji
Telephone: 03-3710-6031
Fee: \500
If you plan to attend the party, please contact Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Kapatiran Fiesta 2012! - *Charity fund-raising event* to help support Kapatiran’s activities Admission Free!
Saturday May 26, 2012, 11:00 - 15:00
St. Andrew’s and St. Alban’s Church Compound
*Fiesta features: dance shows, songs, bazaar, food, auction, surprises, etc
Raffle Tickets@\1,000 each
Prizes: Round-trip ticket for Cebu, 1 night stay at Holiday Inn Tobu-Narita etc.
BSA Study Tour to Korea - Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s is organizing a study tour to Korea
Tour Plan: June 2nd (Saturday): Leave Tokyo Sightseeing in Seoul
June 3rd (Sunday): Attend the Sunday service in Seoul Cathedral
Meet the congregation of the Cathedral
June 4th (Monday): Sightseeing
June 5th(Tuesday): Lecture, sightseeing and return to Tokyo
Fee: \74,000
Contact:03-3436-4325
Let’s Join the Summer Camp in KEEP - The Sunday School Teachers’ Association of the Tokyo Diocese is organizing a summer camp in Kiyosato. The programme is: visiting St. Andrew’s Church in Kiyosato, making crafts, hiking along the river, watching the stars, milking the cows, riding a hay wagon and of course the camp fire. Kiyosato is very famous for the delicious ice cream as well as beautiful forests.
Date: August 10 (Friday) to 12th (Sunday), 2012
Place: Foresters’ Camp in Kiyosato
Fee: Pre-school children ¥10,000
Elementary and Junior High School students ¥15,000
Adults ¥19,000
Enrollment: 60 people
Transportation: By bus leaving from Shinjuku. You can also go in your own car.
Ten children who evacuated from Tohoku to Tokyo since last March are invited to participate in this Summer camp.
If you and your children are planning to stay in Tokyo in August, it is a good way to escape the heat in Tokyo. Or you can have three quiet days in Tokyo knowing that your loved ones are safe in Kiyosato!
Application forms will be distributed within a few days and if you want to know more in detail please ask Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Incensed? You could be - Do you enjoy the “odor of sanctity” associated with the use of incense in worship and want to share that joy with others? St. Alban’s has become the Japan agent for Prinknash Abbey incense, a very high-quality line of incense made by Benedictine monks at Prinknash Abbey in Gloucestershire, UK. While we’re looking for some people to plan and manage the distribution among interested churches in the Diocese of Tokyo and elsewhere in Japan, this is also an opportunity to learn more about the living and ancient liturgy of the Church. Please contact Fr. Scott for more information (walker.tko@nskk.org) .
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 22nd April

miki — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:08:55 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

May 6 & 20	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
May 12 & 19	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meeting is April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
Rector Search Update - Since the Search Committee listed on ECUSA’s ‘Calling for Clergy’ listing (http://episcopaldigitalnetwork.com/blog/2012/03/27/32712-rector-tokyo/), we have received multiple inquiries. Currently we have three applications both from the UK and the US. Our deadline for applications is April 30. The Search Committee is going to meet for a further process, to determine if all of them will be good candidates for a new rector at St. Alban’s. Once it’s decided, we will have direct interviews with them. We will keep you informed of further progress. We would appreciate your continued prayers for this ministry.
Annual Farewell Party by Jonan Church Group of Lay People - A Farewell Party for priests leaving the Jonan Group will be held at St.Paul’s Church Fr. Scott Walker is one of them. Please join this event and show our appreciation.

Time and date: May 27th (Sunday) from 4:00 p.m.

Place: St.Paul’s Church (2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-Word)

How to get there: From Shibuya,get on the Toyoko line and get off at Yutenji

Telephone: 03-3710-6031

Fee: \500

If you plan to attend the party, please contact Sarah Yoshimatsu.
Kapatiran Fiesta 2012! - *Charity fund-raising event* to help support Kapatiran’s activities Admission Free!

Saturday May 26, 2012, 11:00 - 15:00

St. Andrew’s and St. Alban’s Church Compound

*Fiesta features: dance shows, songs, bazaar, food, auction, surprises, etc

Raffle Tickets@\1,000 each

Prizes: Round-trip ticket for Cebu, 1 night stay at Holiday Inn Tobu-Narita etc.
BSA Study Tour to Korea - Brotherhood of St.Andrew’s is organizing a study tour to Korea

Tour Plan:June 2nd (Saturday): Leave Tokyo Sightseeing in Seoul

June 3rd (Sunday): Attend the Sunday service in Seoul Cathedral

Meet the congregation of the Cathedral

June 4th (Monday): Sightseeing

June 5th(Tuesday): Lecture, sightseeing and return to Tokyo

Fee: \74,000

Contact:03-3436-4325
Let’s Join the Summer Camp in KEEP - The Sunday School Teachers’ Association of the Tokyo Diocese is organizing a summer camp in Kiyosato. The programme is: visiting St.Andrew’s Church in Kiyosato, making crafts, hiking along the river, watching the stars, milking the cows, riding a hay wagon and of course the camp fire. Kiyosato is very famous for the delicious ice cream as well as beautiful forests.

Date: August 10 (Friday) to 12th (Sunday), 2012

Place: Foresters’ Camp in Kiyosato

Fee: Pre-school children \10,000

Elementary and Junior High School students \15,000

Adults \19,000

Enrollment: 60 people

Transportation: By bus leaving from Shinjuku. You can also go in your own car.

Ten children who evacuated from Tohoku to Tokyo since last March are invited to participate in this Summer camp.

If you and your children are planning to stay in Tokyo in August, it is a good way to escape the heat in Tokyo. Or you can have three quiet days in Tokyo knowing that your loved ones are safe in Kiyosato!

Application forms will be distributed within a few days and if you want to know more in detail please ask Sarah Yoshimatsu.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 15th April

miki — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 03:14:46 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

April 21	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
April 22	Annual visitation to St. Alban’s by the Bishop of Tokyo Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meeting is April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
Rector Search Update - Since the Search Committee listed on ECUSA’s ‘Calling for Clergy’ listing (http://episcopaldigitalnetwork.com/blog/2012/03/27/32712-rector-tokyo/), we have received multiple inquiries. Currently we have three applications both from the UK and the US. Our deadline for applications is April 30. The Search Committee is going to meet for a further process, to determine if all of them will be good candidates for a new rector at St. Alban’s. Once it’s decided, we will have direct interviews with them. We will keep you informed of further progress. We would appreciate your continued prayers for this ministry.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 8th April

miki — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 02:33:15 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	“Sunrise” Service of Holy Eucharist at 6:00 a.m. Solemn Morning Prayer at 10:30 a.m. Easter Celebration Lunch at 12:30 p.m.
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur
Fri
Sat

Forthcoming Events

April 14 & 21	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
April 22	Annual visitation to St. Alban’s by the Bishop of Tokyo Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meetings are March 21, at the home of Joyce Knight (near Roppongi Itchome) and April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
Rector Search Update - Since the Search Committee listed on ECUSA’s ‘Calling for Clergy’ listing (http://episcopaldigitalnetwork.com/blog/2012/03/27/32712-rector-tokyo/), we have received multiple inquires. Currently we have three applications both from UK and the US. Our deadline of the application is April 30. The Search Committee is going to meet for a further process, to determine if all of them will be good candidates for a new rector at St. Alban’s, once it’s decided so, we will have a direct interview with them. We will keep you informed the further process. We would appreciate that you continue the prayers in this ministry.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 1st April

miki — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 03:53:02 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10:30 a.m. Procession of Palms (joint procession with St. Andrew’s) and Holy Eucharist 12:30 p.m. Ukrainian Orthodox Service
Mon	7:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer
Tue	7:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer
Wed	7:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer
Thur	7:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Liturgy
Fri	12:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross, with Holy Communion 7:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy
Sat	7:00 p.m. The Great Easter Vigil (This is the main celebration of Easter. It is based on the Liturgy as observed in 4th century Jerusalem, although much abbreviated, lasting only about 1.5 hours. Please join with the Holy Church throughout the ages, celebrating Resurrection Day in the tradition of our Jewish roots, from sunset the previous evening.)

Forthcoming Events

April 14 & 21	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
April 22	Annual visitation to St. Alban’s by the Bishop of Tokyo Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Baptism – Following the custom of the ancient Church, the sacrament of Holy Baptism will be administered during the Great Vigil of Easter on April 7th. Please contact the church office, if you are interested in being baptized or in having your child baptized (stalbans@saintalbans.jp). The next opportunity to receive Holy Baptism will be on Pentecost Sunday, May 27th.
Easter Celebration Lunch - Let’s celebrate this greatest feast of the Christian year together with a culinary pot-luck feast as well! Everyone who is able is encouraged to bring a dish to share, and volunteers are needed to set up tables and chairs, etc. In order to plan properly, we need to know whether you are planning to join, so please sign up for this event on the sheet next to the kitchen. Contact Chris Ayesu for more information.
Let’s together make St. Alban’s Easter beautiful - On Saturday, April 7, at 3:00 p.m. we will be decorating the church with flowers for the Easter Vigil that evening and for the Easter Sunday services. For more information, email Mary Hager at hagermmh@aol.com.
Need for Sunday School Teachers – Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teacher –one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meetings are March 21, at the home of Joyce Knight (near Roppongi Itchome) and April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
Progress on Search for New Rector - The Search Committee would like to share an update on the search process. The Vestry has approved the Search Committee’s Parish Profile which includes the survey information from last summer and this February. The profile information is being posting on the ECUSA (Episcopal Church of USA) official rector search website. This same information will be also posted on St. Alban’s. For further information, please contact Chikako (atck.tsukada@gmail.com), on behalf of the Search Committee.

Thank you for your prayers and we would appreciate your continuing prayers during the course of this transitional time.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 25th March

miki — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 07:17:53 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur	Bible study group (“40 Days of Purpose” by Rick Warren) 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Fri	Stations of the Cross at 6 p.m. in the chapel Bible study group (“Surprised by Hope” by +N.T. Wright) at 7 p.m. in Shibaura [see announcement below]
Sat

Forthcoming Events

April 1 & 22	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
April 14 & 21	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
April 22	Annual visitation to St. Alban’s by the Bishop of Tokyo

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Baptism – Following the custom of the ancient Church, the sacrament of Holy Baptism will be administered during the Great Vigil of Easter on April 7th. Please contact the church office, if you are interested in being baptized or in having your child baptized (stalbans@saintalbans.jp). The next opportunity to receive Holy Baptism will be on Pentecost Sunday, May 27th.
Easter Celebration Lunch - Let’s celebrate this greatest feast of the Christian year together with a culinary pot-luck feast as well! Everyone who is able is encouraged to bring a dish to share, and volunteers are needed to set up tables and chairs, etc. In order to plan properly, we need to know whether you are planning to join, so please contact John Owens to sign up for this event or to offer to COORDINATE it.
Let’s together make St. Alban’s Easter beautiful - It’s time to prepare for Holy Week and you all are invited to join in the preparations. On Saturday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. join us in making crosses for Palm Sunday and polishing the brass. On Saturday, April 7, at 3:00 p.m. we will be decorating the church with flowers for the Easter Vigil that evening and for the Easter Sunday services. For more information, email Mary Hager at hagermmh@aol.com.
Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
he Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Lenten Bible study groups - three groups have been formed for two different studies:

✠ “40 Days of Purpose” based on Pastor Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life, a guidebook for spiritual growth and living out our true purpose.

 Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please contact David Badger (Dhbadger@aol.com) or Kevin Airey (Kevin_Airey@mylan.co.uk) for more information.

 Sundays at 9:15 a.m. “Family friendly” group in Meeting Room 1 at the church. Please contact Betsy Matsunaga (betsy_matsunaga@yahoo.co.jp) or Nicola Sawaki (nicky.nicola@r2.dion.ne.jp) for more information.

✠ “Surprised by Hope” by Bishop N.T. Wright.

 Fridays at 7 p.m. Location: Shibaura Square Heights 2305, 4-9-35, Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0023 (access info available at http://wwb-japan.com/access_English.html ); contact James Papatones for more information (wwbjapan@gmail.com)
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meetings are March 21, at the home of Joyce Knight (near Roppongi Itchome) and April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
We are looking forward to seeing you - at the next meeting of the Saint Alban’s Book Group at 7:00 pm on Friday, 30th of March. This month we are reading "The Exile" by Pearl Buck. Please e-mail Morena Christian for the address: morena.christian@kist.ed.jp
Results of Parish Survey - Thank you all for participating in St. Alban’s Parish Survey during February 19 and 26. We received 93 complete surveys. The Search Committee carefully collected the valued information you provided and prepared a report, which was approved by the Vestry. The report describes St. Alban’s current congregation, who we are, and the extent to which are we diversified. We believe it tells the true character of St. Alban’s. The Search Committee celebrates the results and would like to extend our gratitude to you for sharing your information and thoughts on St. Alban’s. Please be assured all information and comments remain anonymous. The report is posted on the bulletin board by the kitchen in a parish hall. Copies are available at the ‘Welcome Desk’.
Progress on Search for New Rector - The Search Committee would like to share an update on the search process. The Vestry has approved the Search Committee’s Parish Profile which includes the survey information from last summer and this February. The profile information is being posting on the ECUSA (Episcopal Church of USA) official rector search website. This same information will be also posted on St. Alban’s. For further information, please contact Chikako (atck.tsukada@gmail.com), on behalf of the Search Committee.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 18th March

miki — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 06:27:40 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur	Bible study group (“40 Days of Purpose” by Rick Warren) 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Fri	Stations of the Cross at 6 p.m. in the chapel Bible study group (“Surprised by Hope” by +N.T. Wright) at 7 p.m. in Shibaura [see announcement below]
Sat

Forthcoming Events

April 1 & 22	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church
April 14 & 21	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
April 22	Annual visitation to St. Alban’s by the Bishop of Tokyo

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Baptism – Following the custom of the ancient Church, the sacrament of Holy Baptism will be administered during the Great Vigil of Easter on April 7th. Please contact the church office, if you are interested in being baptized or in having your child baptized (stalbans@saintalbans.jp). The next opportunity to receive Holy Baptism will be on Pentecost Sunday, May 27th.
Easter Celebration Lunch - Let’s celebrate this greatest feast of the Christian year together with a culinary pot-luck feast as well! Everyone who is able is encouraged to bring a dish to share, and volunteers are needed to set up tables and chairs, etc. In order to plan properly, we need to know whether you are planning to join, so please contact John Owens to sign up for this event or to offer to COORDINATE it.
We welcome Junko Sato and Harriet Boxall to our service this morning. - Junko and Harriet are each singing a solo, and they will sing a duet from J. S. Bach’s Mass in B-minor. Thanks to each of them for enhancing our worship.
Let’s together make St. Alban’s Easter beautiful - It’s time to prepare for Holy Week and you all are invited to join in the preparations. On Saturday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. join us in making crosses for Palm Sunday and for polishing the brass. On Saturday, April 7, at 3:00 p.m. we will be decorating the church with flowers for the Easter Vigil that evening and for Easter Sunday service. For more information, email Mary Hager at hagermmh@aol.com.
Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Lenten Bible study groups - 3 groups have been formed for two different studies:

✠ “40 Days of Purpose” based on Pastor Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life, a guidebook for spiritual growth and living out our true purpose.

 Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please contact David Badger (Dhbadger@aol.com) or Kevin Airey (Kevin_Airey@mylan.co.uk) for more information.

 Sundays at 9:15 a.m. “Family friendly” group in Meeting Room 1 at the church. Please contact Betsy Matsunaga (betsy_matsunaga@yahoo.co.jp) or Nicola Sawaki (nicky.nicola@r2.dion.ne.jp) for more information.

✠ “Surprised by Hope” by Bishop N.T. Wright.

 Fridays at 7 p.m. Location: Shibaura Square Heights 2305, 4-9-35, Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0023 (access info available at http://wwb-japan.com/access_English.html ); contact James Papatones for more information (wwbjapan@gmail.com)
How about having a quiet and meditative day during one Saturday in Lent ! - Jonan Priests’ Council presents the Annual Lenten Meditation.

Date: March 24th ( Saturday ) Time: 10:00-15:00

Place: St.Paul’s Church Address: 2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-ku (Yutenji on the Toyoko Line)

Telephone: 03-3710-6031

The Spiritual Leader for the meditation is Fr. Jonathan Masaaki Hasegawa of Shinko Church. If you understand Japanese, please make an effort to attend this meditation as a member of St. Alban’s. Contact Sarah Yoshimatsu at 0422-48-5454 or sarahyoshimatsu1515@parkcity.ne.jp for more details.
Prayer Shawl Knitting - Please help us show our Christian love for someone in need and join us to make a Prayer Shawl. The patterns are very simple - for knit or crochet - and you largely work on your own at your own pace. The next meetings are March 21, at the home of Joyce Knight (near Roppongi Itchome) and April 24 at the home of Lynn Evans (near Hiroo). If you are interested please call or email Joyce at 080-3086-1833 or crktoaz@aol.com.
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
We are looking forward to seeing you - at the next meeting of the Saint Alban’s Book Group at 7:00 pm on Friday, 30th of March. This month we are reading "The Exile" by Pearl Buck. Please e-mail Morena Christian for the address: morena.christian@kist.ed.jp

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Notice for 11th March

miki — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:52:00 +0000

Please visit the St Alban’s website www.saintalbans.jp for the latest news. Note also our new email address for Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp

This week at St. Alban’s

Today	Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Mon
Tue	AA meets in the Parish Hall from 7:30 p.m.
Wed	Alpha course 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Thur	Stations of the Cross at 6 p.m. in the chapel Bible study group (“40 Days of Purpose” by Rick Warren) 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Fri	Bible study group (“Surprised by Hope” by +N.T. Wright) at 7 p.m. in Shibaura [see announcement below]
Sat	Family-friendly Bible study group (“40 Days of Purpose” by Rick Warren) at 9:15 in Meeting Room 1

Forthcoming Events

March 17	Rice Patrol in Franciscan Chapel, Roppongi, at 4:30 p.m. (the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month) [Helpers always welcome. See website for details: http://www.saintalbans.jp]
March 18	Ukrainian Orthodox Service at 12:30 p.m. in the Church

Welcome all visitors and newcomers!

St. Alban’s News and Announcements

Baptism – Following the custom of the ancient Church, the sacrament of Holy Baptism will be administered during the Great Vigil of Easter on April 7th. Please contact the church office, if you are interested in being baptized or in having your child baptized (stalbans@saintalbans.jp). The next opportunity to receive Holy Baptism will be on Pentecost Sunday, May 27th.
Easter Celebration Lunch - Let’s celebrate this greatest feast of the Christian year together with a culinary pot-luck feast as well! Everyone who is able is encouraged to bring a dish to share, and volunteers are needed to set up tables and chairs, etc. In order to plan properly, we need to know whether you are planning to join, so please contact John Owens to sign up for this event.
Need for Sunday School Teachers - Do you enjoy working with children? Please consider joining our dwindling staff of committed volunteer Sunday School teachers. Each Sunday we need two teachers–one for the smaller children ages 2-7 and one for the older class of 8-11 year olds. We are down to a core group of four teachers, all of whom have family and work demands to balance with this important work. Please tell Nicola, Julie, Betsy, Joan or Father Scott if you can help with this very important ministry.
The Textile Group needs volunteers! - We are beginning some new projects and are really in need of people who can sew, applique, embroider, knit — anything with a needle. You do not have to be an expert either! There are a number of easier tasks and we can also use people who can help or direct. And, who knows, you may even improve your skills while helping the church with something that is greatly needed. Please contact Mary Hager for more information (hagermmh@aol.com or 080 4477 2713). We really need you!
Saint Alban’s Nursery Program - Our church offers a respected English pre-school education based on Montessori methods and Christian concern for all children. For information regarding enrollment, specific dates, costs and other information please contact Mrs. Gilma Yamamoto at gilma.yam@gol.com or call her at (03) 3431-8534. From a solid foundation children grow to be confident and competent learners for life.
Lenten Bible study groups -3 groups have been formed for two different studies:
✠ “40 Days of Purpose” based on Pastor Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life, a guidebook for spiritual growth and living out our true purpose. From Ephesians 1:11 (The Message translation): “It’s in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Long before we first heard of Christ…he had his eye on us, had designs on us for glorious living, part of the overall purpose he is working out in everything and everyone.”. About 10 copies of the book are available for purchase at the Welcome Table, or you can get a copy through your favorite bookstore.
 Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please contact David Badger (Dhbadger@aol.com) or Kevin Airey (Kevin_Airey@mylan.co.uk) for more information.
 Sundays at 9:15 a.m. “Family friendly” group in Meeting Room 1 at the church. Please contact Betsy Matsunaga (betsy_matsunaga@yahoo.co.jp) or Nicola Sawaki (nicky.nicola@r2.dion.ne.jp) for more information.
✠ “Surprised by Hope” by Bishop N.T. Wright. What does all the talk in the New Testament about “resurrection” really mean? How was it understood by the Early Church? Is there something deeper than the commonly (mis-)understood references to heaven, hell, and life before- and after death?
 Fridays at 7 p.m. Location: Shibaura Square Heights 2305, 4-9-35, Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0023 (access info available at http://wwb-japan.com/access_English.html ); contact James Papatones for more information (wwbjapan@gmail.com)
Masonic parking - The Masonic Lodge has kindly agreed to allow church members to use a limited number of parking spaces on Sunday morning (during church services only) for those with certificates. All current certificates will expire at the end of March, and new certificates will be issued on a need-based priority. Those interested in applying for the new certificates should submit their name, contact information, and reason for applying to the church office (stalbans@saintalbans.jp) by today. Anyone may apply for a parking space; however, priority will be given to 1) people with disabilities 2) families with small children and 3) those traveling from great distances. Please feel free to direct any questions to Colin Chua.
How about having a quiet and meditative day during one Saturday in Lent ! - Jonan Priests’ Council presents the Annual Lenten Meditation.
Date: March 24th ( Saturday ) Time: 10:00-15:00
Place: St.Paul’s Church Address: 2-20-1 Gohongi, Meguro-ku (Yutenji on the Toyoko Line)
Telephone: 03-3710-6031
The Spiritual Leader for the meditation is Fr. Jonathan Masaaki Hasegawa of Shinko Church. If you understand Japanese, please make an effort to attend this meditation as a member of St. Alban’s. Contact Sarah Yoshimatsu at 0422-48-5454 or sarahyoshimatsu1515@parkcity.ne.jp for more details.
One Year Anniversary of the Great Disaster in Eastern Japan! - Today is the first anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. There will be a memorial service conducted by the Bishop of Tokyo, The Rt. Rev. Andrew Yoshimichi Ohata .
Date: March 11th (Sunday) Place: St. Andrew’s Church
Time Schedule: 14:00 Meditation
14:30 Holy Communion
Homily: Mr.Isao Uematsu of St.Margaret’s
14:46 Each church rings a bell (at the time when the great earthquake occurred)
Hope many of you will attend this memorial service.

Please send Church Office stalbans@saintalbans.jp a draft of any announcements by Wednesday morning for the following Sunday’s Announcement Sheet. Thank you very much for your cooperation.