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St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
LinX Email for March 29, 2023
Sunday, April 2, 2023: Dare to be a Donkey - Palm Sunday (Communion)

Sunday, April 2, 2023: Dare to be a Donkey - Palm Sunday (Communion)

Rev. Peter

In Medieval times Christians were encouraged to reflect on their faith by imagining themselves as the donkey in the Palm Sunday story. We will be engaging in that kind of reflection. How is being a servant of Christ like us being the donkey?

For more infomation visit:

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CLICK HERE FOR LINKS TO LIVESTREAM, BIBLE PASSAGES, AND WORKSHEETS
Come join us during Holy Week as we walk the way of the Cross and experience once again the new life of Easter.

Come join us during Holy Week as we walk the way of the Cross and experience once again the new life of Easter.

We will offer three services during Holy Week.
Maundy Thursday Communion service - 7:00 pm
Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper. The night before he was crucified, Jesus shared the Passover meal with his disciples and showed what humble, servant-focused love looks like.
Good Friday - 10:00 am
This service features Scriptures and dramatic monologues that will invite us to experience the impact of Jesus’ suffering and death.
Easter Sunday - 10:00 am
Join us for a joyful Easter service, with a special format of Lessons and Carols. "Carols are not just for Christmas. They connect us with a rich tradition of music that allows us to experience Easter in a new way." 
Guest Musicians: Andrew Leitch, Heather Wootton, Tayte Mitchell, Laura Brandt

RefleXions by Rev. Fiona on the Christ who prompted the following two words in the Bible: "He Wept"

RefleXions by Rev. Fiona on the Christ who prompted the following two words in the Bible: "He Wept"

If you get a commercial, click back and then forward again

For more infomation visit:

https://youtu.be/YzOJksAx6i0?t=2386

CLICK HERE to hear about the reaction of Jesus to the tears of Mary upon the death of her brother, Lazarus.
WEEKLY LENT DEVOTIONAL READING

WEEKLY LENT DEVOTIONAL READING

If you aren’t able to get to the church to pick up a Lent Devotional, we’ll be providing weekly readings in LinX throughout the season.

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CLICK HERE TO READ THE PALM SUNDAY LENTEN DEVOTIONAL
Our Work Continues

Our Work Continues

Worship, Church School and Special Studies/Events:  Apr 2 - 9
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

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GriefShare starts April 4th

GriefShare starts April 4th

GriefShare is a 13 week non denominational program offering support, encouragement and help after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend.  Our new Spring session starts on Tuesday April 4, 2023, continuing each Tuesday for 13 weeks until June 27 from 1:15 pm – 3 pm in the Lower Fireside room.
If you or someone you know is hurting because of loss, please let them know about this program. Often friends and family want to help but don't know how.  People can register by going to GriefShare.org at the button below and selecting "Find a Group". Please choose our group at St. Andrew's if it is convenient for you.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.griefshare.org/

CLICK HERE FOR GRIEFSHARE.ORG
Are You Ready? End-of-Life Planning

Are You Ready? End-of-Life Planning

Communicating clearly what we want for our funeral is perhaps the last gift we can offer to friends and family.

Please join Rev. Geoffrey for the second in a 2-part discussion and receive helpful information on this very important topic. There is a sign-up sheet in the church foyer or you can call the church office to register.  Do not worry if you missed the first session, we have information from session one which you can take home to work on.

Date and time: Tuesday, April 4, 7:00-8:30 pm, Karl English Lounge.

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CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Baby Brunch Shower

Baby Brunch Shower

Saturday April 1 at 10 am - Karl English lounge

Ladies in the guild are planning a baby shower for the young Nigerian couple we have been supporting. We would like all ladies to feel welcome to attend.   Small gifts are welcome or you may contribute to a cash fund that will go to buy a car seat.   Please sign up in the church foyer if you plan to attend   Contributions can be by e-Transfer sent to sheri@coutts.name    

Grateful/Thankful/Blessed for Powerful Words

Grateful/Thankful/Blessed for Powerful Words

We are grateful to Rev’s. Peter, Geoffrey, Fiona and Clay for their thoughtful and challenging messages to us as we go forward together with the new ministry schedule.  Words are powerful, and we are blessed with ministers who share their powerful words - and their faith - with us each Sunday.  ~  Deb

We are so glad that Chiamaka and Chisom took the opportunity to express their gratitude to Alfred Macrae and Sean Pepper for their generous acts of kindness

We are so glad that Chiamaka and Chisom took the opportunity to express their gratitude to Alfred Macrae and Sean Pepper for their generous acts of kindness

If you would like to submit a joyful acknowledgement, there is a form you can complete at the bottom of the Kindness Matters page.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.standrewscalgary.ca/pages/kindness-matters

CLICK HERE to see this new KINDNESS MATTERS feature on our website under HAPPENING NOW
Stay Connected!

Stay Connected!

Click on the links below:

Annual Family Camping Trip - CLICK HERE
Heritage Seniors Website and Schedule - CLICK HERE
Volunteer Opportunities at St. Andrew's- CLICK HERE

THE WIDER COMMUNITY

THE WIDER COMMUNITY

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”

Many of us want to give our time to help others.  If you have ever thought about volunteering at The Mustard Seed here in Calgary, they have provided an extensive ‘Volunteer FAQ’ that answers questions about volunteering with their organization.  

For more infomation visit:

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CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEERING AT THE MUSTARD SEED
Therapy dog Doxa is seen here providing some comfort to children at a shelter for internally displaced people in Ukraine.

Therapy dog Doxa is seen here providing some comfort to children at a shelter for internally displaced people in Ukraine.

  What might YOU be able to do to provide comfort for displaced children and their families?

For more infomation visit:

https://presbyterian.ca/pwsd/ukraine-conflict/

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW YOU CAN HELP

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