St. Andrews By-the-Sea exists to nurture and support the spiritual journey of all families and individual as we embrace Jesus’ invitation to love one another.
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Outdoor Worship 2026 Schedule – 9 AMApril 14, 2026We are thrilled to bring back another season of outdoor worship at St. Andrew’s By-the-Sea. We will gather for one service at 9 a.m. on the lawn of the Historic Chapel the first Sunday of month for May-October.
Dates:
May 3rd
June 7th
July 5th
August 2nd
September 6th
October 4th [...]
Ministry FairApril 3, 2026During our Spring Brunch on Sunday, April 19, we will be hosting a Ministry Fair between services. Tables representing many of the ministries of St. Andrew’s – Outreach, Parish Life, Worship, Children and Youth, and others – will be set up in the parish hall so you can learn more about how God is at work in and through our church.
This is a great opportunity to explore ways to get involved, meet the people leading these ministries, and discover where your gifts and interests might connect with the life of our parish. Whether you are new to St. Andrew’s or have been here for years, we hope you will stop by the tables, ask questions, and see where the Spirit might be inviting you to participate. Come enjoy brunch, meet others in the parish, and learn more about the many ways we serve God and our community together. [...]
Spring BrunchApril 1, 2026We hope you will join us April 19th for our Spring Brunch in the Parish Hall. We will gather at approximately 9:15, following the 8 a.m. worship service. Contributions of breakfast pastries are welcome. [...]
VBS Needs Your Help!April 1, 2026St. Andrew’s is gearing up for Vacation Bible School (July 28–30) — and we’re looking for someone excited to help bring the fun and faith to life! Do you love organizing, storytelling, music, crafts, or high-energy kid activities? This is your chance to lead an unforgettable three days of learning, laughter, and growing in faith. If you feel called (or even just curious!) we’d love to talk with you.
Please contact Father Nathan: nathan@saintandrewsobx.com or Megan Patel: Megan.patel12@gmail.com or call/text 402-310-6143 for more details and to get involved! [...]
Vestry Update On StaffingMarch 13, 2026Expanding Our Horizon: New Staffing Vision
A Heartfelt Thank YouThanks to your generosity during our 2025 Stewardship campaign, St. Andrew’s is able to answer the call for increased support for our Rector and congregation. Over half of our pledgers increased their commitment by an average of 23%, leading to an overall 13% increase in pledges.
A Strategic Shift in StaffingIn response to our call for more support, we have spent time in careful discernment regarding our administrative and ministry needs. To best serve our vision of being a thriving, welcoming community, we have decided to hire two part-time positions instead of one full-time role. This approach allows us to bring in expertise for two distinct areas while saving the parish over $20,000 annually.
The Roadmap Ahead
Parish Administrator: Our first priority is onboarding a Parish Administrator. This role will focus on moving us “online” by modernizing our calendars and documentation, and “inline” as we transition from ACS to the new REALM system. We are currently finalizing the Job Description and aim to have the position officially posted by the end of the month.
Liturgical Support: During this transition, Lori will continue to provide her vital support for a few hours each week, managing bulletins, our parish register, and arrangements for baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Programming & Ministries: Once our new digital systems are organized and online, we will finalized a Job Description for a second part-time position focused specifically on our programming and ministries.
We are so grateful for your continued commitment to our congregation and the wider community. We look forward to how these new roles will help us live more fully into our shared vision! [...]
ADULT FORMATION: Book of Common Prayer 101January 7, 2026Have you ever wanted to learn more about The Book of Common Prayer?
Please join us for a six week session for The Book of Common Prayer 101 where we will explore the history, purpose, structure and navigation of The Book of Common Prayer (BCP). We will learn about worshipping together through corporate prayer and Sunday Liturgy, understand more about prayer at home with the Daily Office and personal devotion and also gain knowledge in using the BCP as a rule of life for spiritual growth and integration.
Dates: April 12, April 26, May 10, May 17, May 24, May 31
Times: 9:30-10:15
Location: Parish Hall [...]