May 15, 1897, the land on which St. Alban's Church is now located was purchased by the Protestant Episcopal Church, then under the Missionary Jurisdiction of Southern Florida.

In 1898, Rev. Mr. Hodgman of Haines City undertook the task of building a church by not only helping to raise the money, but also to supervise the construction, building the altar, pews and other furnishings. After the church was finished, he conducted services and his daughter played the organ. The building was of timber covered with siding. There was no plaster of sheathing on the inside.

The first service in it was held September 25, 1898. In choosing a name for the church, Miss Louise Hulbert if Norwood Park suggested 'St. Alban's', which was the name of the church she attended at Norwood Park. Services were held twice a month with an average of 25 people attending.

Rev. Mr. Hodgman died April 1, 1900.

In 1903, Rev. Mr. David D. Kidd was priest-in-charge and remained until February of 1913. He lived at Nocatee and came to Auburndale once a month to hold services.

In January 6, 1915, the original officers of St. Alban's who were appointed by the Rt. Rev. Cameron Mann were: J.H. Boure, senior warden; Earl C. May, junior warden; Chester A. Hewitt, treasurer; and Sidney Whitefield, secretary.

In November of 1915, George Gale held his first serve on a Sunday afternoon. Attendance was about 7 people.

In 1917, Bishop Mann made his first visit to Auburndale and delivered a sermon to a congregation of 47 people.

The Parish Hall was built, which was used for Sunday school, St. Mary's Guild, Boy Scouts, and other parish groups. The first affair held in the Parish Hall was an "Old Country Fair".

In 1923, the Sunday school had 62 members.

The Boy Scout Troop, No 1, sponsored by the Church, grew into a full troop of 32 Scouts and sponsored a pack of Cub Scouts.

The Choir, under the direction of Mr. Hewitt and Mrs. G.G. Winters, were invited to sing in St. Paul's Church in Winter Haven and at All Saints' Church in Lakeland.

About 6 months after the completion of the Parish Hall the men of the church organized the "Men's Club of St. Alban's Church".

During the years 1917 to 1926 the vestry committee was composed of C.A. Hewitt, senior warden; Daniel Thorp, junior warden; Benjamin Dickey, and Charles W. Weber.

In September of 1926 the Rev. Mr. G.W.R. Cadman was appointed priest-in-charge of St. Alban's.

In 1936, Dan B. Weller became lay reader and senior warden; Mr. Stambaugh junior warden; Mr. F. Nelson secretary and treasurer.

In the summer of 1938, the church was lined inside with cypress.

In 1929, All Saints' Church in Lakeland gifted St. Alban's the first organ.

The Santuary, a memorial to Mrs. Jane Cadman, was wainscoted by her son, the rector, and was used for the first time upon March 10, 1940.

St. Alban's Church was consecrated by the Rt. Rev. John D. Wing on June 25, 1939.

"Parson" Cadman held his last service before retirement on May 26, 1946.

The Rev. Mr. R. Barclay Johnson held his first service on September 15, 1946.

In March 1953, The Reverend Cyril H. Stone from the Diocese of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

On November 19, 1953 a reception was held for the Blessing of the House by Bishop Louttit.

In 1956, the Louise Nelson Altar Guild was formed in honor of Mrs. F. U. Nelson who had served faithfully and often alone for 30 years.

In 1959, the Reverend White became the new vicar of St. Alban's.

In August 1960, The Reverend Herbert E. beck was appointed.

In 1961, Jere L. Stambaugh, Sr., undertook the task of updating the history of St. Alban's.

In 1961, the Men's Club was formed.

On October 18, 1964, the Education Building was constructed to house the Sunday School.

Mrs. Lillian Roebuck was elected to the Vestry and holds the distinction of being the first woman vestry "person".

In 1967, Reverend John Raciappa was chosen to serve as priest.

In the late 1960's, Jere Stambaugh was named Senior Warden Emeritus of the Vestry.

In early 1971, the Reverend Lindsey G. Patience was installed as St. Alban's rector.

In the fall of 1972, a Faith Alive Weekend was held. Bible groups were formed, one of which was a Bread Group that was held in the home of Ann and Bo Nelson. The Bread Group continued for 24 years. The men of the church organized a chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew.

In 1973, Mrs. Paul Hoffman was appointed directress of the Altar guild.

In 1974, the church purchased a lot in Ariana Estates and made arrangements to build a new rectory.

On March 8, 1974, a chapter of the Daughters of the King was formed. During the late 1970's, they conceived the idea of establishing a parish pantry of food.

During the years of 1975 and 1976, a considerable amount of remodeling and face lifting was done on church properties.

In 1977, the installation of stained glass windows for the church became a parish project. Ted Poitras designed and made panels for these windows.

In 1977, Ann Nelson gained leadership of the Altar Guild and served for 27 years (19 of them as Directress).

In 1996, Doris Wright became Directress.

From 1979-1982, St. Alban's offered the use of the Parish House to the Fellowship diner, a service to senior citizens of the community.

In late 1979, Reverend Jonathan B. Coffey, Jr., became the new priest. During his ministry, a close relationship developed between the congregation and Anchor house, a home for displace boys.

In 1981, St. Alban's named its first parish coordinator, Joyce Thompson.

In 1982, a decision was made to remodel and enlarge the church.

In 1982, Kay Poitras was named Parish Coordinator.

On February 5, 1984, the newly renovated church was dedicated and its 85th anniversary was celebrated in a very impressive service led by Bishop William H. Folwell. Three of the former rectors participated: The Rev. Jonathan Coffey, The Rev. John Raciappa and The Rev. Canon Herbet Beck, along with the Revs. Merritt and Mercer. That same year, The Rev. George C. Keen, assumed his role as rector.

In 1990, Bill Fienga, became our first Youth Minister.

In 1990, the church had 310 Baptized members, 276 communicants, 135 households.

On October 1991, The Rev. Penny Jensen joined the parish family as deacon.

In 1993, Kay Poitras initiated a tutoring project called "Homework House".

On September 21, 1996, The Rev. Doctor Lance Giuffrida was installed as rector.