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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Staffing NewsJuly 9, 2026Dear Friends,
I am delighted to share the great news that the Rev. Al Douglass has graciously accepted an invitation to serve as Priest Associate at St. Andrew’s By-the-Sea. Al is a retired Lutheran pastor who has completed the training, background checks, and diocesan requirements necessary to be licensed to serve as a priest and pastor in the Episcopal Church. Many of you already know Al and Carol as beloved members of our congregation. Over the past four years, I have had the privilege of getting to know them both, and I have come to appreciate Al’s wisdom, pastoral heart, steady faith, and genuine love for people.
This is a meaningful gift to our parish at an important time. Al brings a lifetime of experience in pastoral ministry and a deep commitment to the life of the local church. To begin, his ministry will include continuing to provide a pastoral presence for the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, leading Adult Formation classes, assisting with worship, and being available for pastoral care.
Al also has a particular gift for welcoming newcomers and helping people find their place in the life of a worshiping community. As we continue to grow in hospitality, belonging, and discipleship, I am eager to draw on that experience and passion.
I am deeply grateful that Al has said yes to this call. His presence will strengthen our pastoral ministry, support our common worship, and help us care well for one another. Please join me in welcoming Al in this new role and in giving thanks for him, for Carol, and for this good news in the life of our parish.
Faithfully,
The Rev. Nathan M. Finnin
Rector [...]
Pilgrimage Together – Walk, Reflect, ConnectJuly 1, 2026On Sundays after the 9:00 a.m. outdoor worship service, we invite you to join us for a new adult formation offering in which you and a fellow St. Andrew’s parishioner will have the opportunity to ponder a spiritual reflection prompt together. You can find a quiet spot, walk on the beach or find a path that best matches your needs to listen to God and one another. Meet us on the deck of the Historic Chapel after the service.
May 3rd, June 7th, July 5th, August 2nd, September 6th, October 4th [...]
ADULT FORMATION: Spiritual Hymns and SongsJuly 1, 2026Our July Adult Formation will be Spiritual Hymns and Songs, led by John Buford, Father Nathan and Jocelyn Coverdale.
July 12: Historic Hymns with John Buford
July 19: Role of Music in Liturgy with Father Nathan
July 26: Introduction to Taize as a Worship Style with Jocelyn Coverdale. [...]
Empty Bowls 2026June 23, 2026We hope you will join us for our seventh annual Empty Bowls: Fundraiser To Fight Hunger! Mark your calendars for October 3, 2026 from 4:30-7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased after Sunday services or at the door via cash/check.
Empty Bowls is a grassroots movement by artists and craftspeople in cities and towns around the world to raise money for food related charities to care for and feed the hungry in their communities. St. Andrew’s By-the-Sea began Empty Bowls in the fall of 2021 and has made it annual event since. Last year, we raised $15,000 to fight food insecurity in the greater Outer Banks area. Your participation makes a difference in supporting our community!
Questions? Email Empty Bowls chair, Dianne Kotasenski, by clicking link below.
Email Dianne [...]
VBS 2026: CAMP FAITHMay 20, 2026This summer our youth are going to learn about following Jesus together with Camp Faith, our camp-themed Vacation Bible School! We will have three days full of music, arts and crafts, and games… all the while learning about being disciples of Jesus.
We welcome all young people ages 3 through rising 5th graders. Participants must be fully potty-trained and able to communicate their bathroom needs. Any older youth that want to join us to serve as volunteers can check so on the application. Snacks will be provided.
St. Andrew’s By-the-Sea
July 28-30th, 2026
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
REGISTRATION LINK [...]