Our Story & Vision
Faithfully formed. Joyfully growing. Spiritually thriving.
1980 – Our Beginnings
Oct 25, 1980: St. George and St. Matthias missions unite and choose the name St. Augustine of Canterbury.
Nov 7, 1980: Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma approves the merger; Fr. Herod becomes first Vicar.
Feb 13, 1981: Official incorporation as a mission within the Diocese
1981–1986 – Building a Home in Faith
Oct 1981: Sale of St. Matthias property; funds placed in building fund.
Sept 11, 1983: Petition to become a parish submitted.
Oct 20, 1983: Parish status granted.
June 1984: Sale of St. George’s property; congregation moves to a rented warehouse on Memorial Road.
Palm Sunday 1985: Groundbreaking for new church building on North May Avenue.
Thanksgiving 1985: First worship service held at current location (unfinished).
Easter Sunday, March 30, 1986: Official opening of new church facility.
May 4, 1986: Dedication and consecration services.
2010–2025 – A Season of Growth
July 1, 2010: Rev. Joseph C. Alsay begins tenure as Vicar, bringing energy, creativity, and growth.
July 2025: St. Augustine celebrates Fr. Alsay’s 15th anniversary of leadership.
2025 – A New Chapter
November 2025: Fr. Alsay accepts a call to serve as Dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral in Detroit, Michigan. We send our heartfelt thanks, love, and blessings to Fr. Joe, Cecilia, and their three children as they begin this new journey.
St. Augustine's Today
St. Augustine remains an inclusive, generous, and spiritually rich Episcopal community. We are committed to worship, service, and fellowship, welcoming all who seek to experience our sacred space.