St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church

Florence, Alabama

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Welcome to St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
in Florence, Alabama.

At St. Bart’s, we believe that when Jesus said God loves the whole world – every race, every group, every heart – he meant it. We invite you into a living faith tradition rooted in God’s unconditional love.

Worship with us at 1900 Darby Drive Florence, AL 35630

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Worship With Us

Here at St. Bart’s, you’ll find welcome no matter who you are or what you believe. Our services are easy to follow, inviting, and open to all. If you have questions, reach out.

Sunday Worship

9:30am, with coffee hour and Sunday School immediately following

Weekday Worship

12noon, Wednesdays, Holy Communion

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About Us

As Christians, we focus on Jesus’ command to love our neighbors as ourselves. We welcome the stranger. We support those in need. We work to bring God’s blessing to Northwest Alabama.

As Episcopalians, we work to bring God’s love to the whole world in partnership with the Anglican Communion. Our worship has deep roots in the ancient church. We also listen as the Spirit urges us to proclaim the Good News of God’s love in ways people can hear and feel in our day and age.

Who We Are

We exist to proclaim by word and deed the Good News of Jesus Christ. St. Bart’s passion is to help those in need through our Outreach Ministries. We partner with several local organizations. One special connection we are proud of is our weekly offering for The Help Center; we gather food and other necessities; we bless them and deliver them to this organization we helped found. One Sunday, we gathered over 30 points of food!

Meet Our Priest-in-Charge

The Rev. Jake Andrews

The Rev. Jake Andrews was called to St. Bartholomew’s in August 2023. Jake is a graduate of the University of Alabama (B.A.), Beeson Divinity School (M.Div.), the University of Aberdeen, Scotland (M.Th. and Ph.D.), and the University of Iowa (M.F.A.). In 2019, Jake was ordained to the priesthood while serving as a professor at Whitworth University in Spokane, WA. He spent the first years of his ordained life as an assisting priest at St. John’s Cathedral, Spokane, WA, and, most recently, as the vicar of the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, Spokane Valley. Gradually, he felt God’s persistent call to full-time ministry and is so happy to have been called to St. Bart’s and the Shoals, where he is also the Associate Rector of Trinity. Jake is married to Christina, and they have a son, Jonah.

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Events

Learn what’s going on around St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church

Sundays after Church – Sunday School

This Spring, our adult class if studying the Apostle’s Paul’s letters. Each week, we hear about where Paul was when he wrote the letter, and then we talk about what it means for us today. Our children & youth class is currently exploring what Lent and Easter mean.

First Tuesdays of the Month, 6:30pm – Flytyers & Fishers

If you’re looking for a community of folks who like to talk about fishing, this group is for you. We learn to tie ties. We have tutorials on casting. We talk about how to take that perfect photograph so your fish looks exactly how large you’re going to tell everyone it was. All experience levels are welcome!

Third Thursdays of the Month, 1pm – Boardgames

If you love games, if you are looking for a time to hone your dice-rolling skills, or if you just love chatting while playing a game, this group is for you. Bring your favorite game or come ready to play someone else’s. All are welcome!

Contact Us

Mailing Address

1900 Darby Drive Florence, AL 35630

Contact Info

(256) 764.2000
stbarts.florence@gmail.com

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