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St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
LinX Email for April 23, 2025
April 27, 2025 -  Led to Faith

April 27, 2025 - Led to Faith

Rev. Geoffrey Simmins

How are we led to  faith? Sometimes, as with Thomas, we need to see the Lord in front of us. Sometimes, we learn to see the Lord through other people; we are led to faith by our parents, by those we love, by the beauty of Creation, and by those we see who inspire us. Today, as we begin to live into the season of Easter, we will explore how the Holy Spirit guides us towards an ever-deepening faith.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.standrewscalgary.ca/df_media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjUvMDQvMjMvMTkvMjIvMDQvZmVlYmY0N2QtMmVhNS00YjkzLWJhMzItZGIzMTVmYjY5MDhlLzIwMjUtMDQtMjMtMDEucGRmIl1d/2025-04-23-01.pdf?sha=88b6f708fba63f67

CLICK HERE FOR LINKS TO LIVESTREAM, BIBLE PASSAGES, CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY SHEETS AND WORKSHEETS
Rev. Laurie's RefleXions on the transition of Mary Magdeline from Seeing to Believing

Rev. Laurie's RefleXions on the transition of Mary Magdeline from Seeing to Believing

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

For more infomation visit:

https://youtu.be/pUPHKrFUk3A?t=2170

CLICK HERE to hear how the relationship between Jesus and his Disciples was restored
Our Worship & Work Continues

Our Worship & Work Continues

Worship, Church School and Special Studies/Events: Apr 27 - May 4
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

For more infomation visit:

https://www.standrewscalgary.ca/df_media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjUvMDQvMjMvMTkvMTUvMTIvNmFjYzYwNjYtYjEzZi00MmMzLTk2ZjYtMzUyNGNmZGZlMDlkLzIwMjUtMDQtMjMtMDIucGRmIl1d/2025-04-23-02.pdf?sha=4024440602708e88

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Grateful Thankful Blessed

Grateful Thankful Blessed

What a blessed Easter season we had here at St. Andrew’s!  Meaningful moments… God moments… whatever words you use, the Holy Spirit was alive and well and touching hearts.  At times like this we have to be so careful about singling out people to thank.  Not because we don’t want to name people, but because we don’t want to miss ANYONE.  So to all of you who set up crosses, decorated the Foyer and Sanctuary, ironed and hung banners, provided amazing music,  buttered hot cross buns, wrote Easter sermons, created Easter name tags, hid children’s chocolate eggs, changed the sign to an Easter message, created powerpoint slides for m-a-n-y Easter services, served on the sound board and livestreamed services, led Lenten readings and participated in Easter services… and to those who did something that absolutely needed to be done and I’ve just missed listing it here… Bless you!!   I read the other day that “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time, they just have the heart.”
Thank you ALL for your heart!!
 ~ Debby

Come out THIS FRIDAY, April 25th to our ALL AGES GAME NIGHT

Come out THIS FRIDAY, April 25th to our ALL AGES GAME NIGHT

Come one, come all!
To our ALL AGES GAME NIGHT, This Friday, April 25th,
6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Karl English Lounge.
Bring your FUN spirit, a plate of your favourite cookies,
and 1 of 2 of your favourite games!!!!
Contact Lauren at laurenrosecole4@gmail.com

Men’s Group - All are Invited - Let's get Gardening!! Save the Date of April 26

Men’s Group - All are Invited - Let's get Gardening!! Save the Date of April 26

It's that time of year and to help you prepare , the men's group is bringing in a master gardener to talk about soil prep, best plants to grow in Calgary, and to answer all of your gardening questions. Sheryl Normandeau, master gardener, author of several gardening books, and also director of the Somerset/Bridlewood community garden, will be our guest speaker. Coffee and muffins at 9:30, the presentation at 10:00 am Saturday April 26 in Trinity Hall.
~ Terry Basaraba
The Wellness Team in conjunction with Heritage Seniors presents “Aging in Place “

The Wellness Team in conjunction with Heritage Seniors presents “Aging in Place “

MONDAY MAY 5, 2025 in TRINITY HALL

A registered nurse from Aging in Place Supports, will present valuable information on a variety of options to enable seniors to live in their home for as long as possible. This presentation will take place immediately following the luncheon at 1 pm. Everyone welcome.
Lunch tickets $17.00 each will be available on Sunday APRIL 27th before and after the service. Last day to purchase tickets is MAY 1
~ Alice Williams

St. Andrew's Choir Friends Night

St. Andrew's Choir Friends Night

If you like to sing please consider coming to our St. Andrew's Choir Friends Night  at 7:00 pm on Thursday May 8th. Join members of our choir and get a sense of how we spend our Thursday evenings: participate in a warm-up, sing some hymns, have some treats, and work on an anthem that we will share together on Sunday May 11th during the Musical Offering. Hope to see you there!

Ladies Guild News

Ladies Guild News

At our March meeting, we were treated to a presentation by Jennifer Brookman, Manager of Operations at the Calgary Branch of Basically Babies, a not-for-profit organization. Jennifer gave us an energetic talk on this group which organizes and gifts one whole year’s worth of clothes and necessary articles - from birth to one year - to families in need of this support. Great care is taken to gather and provide colour coordinated, gently used clothing for this purpose.
For our May meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 13 Guild members will be making a day trip to the Basically Babies warehouse (#5, 2616-16th Street NE) for a tour. There will also be an opportunity, for those who wish, to volunteer sorting donated baby clothes.
We’ll be car-pooling from the church
with an earlier than usual start, meeting at 11:45.
The tour and volunteering orientation will begin at 12:30 p.m.
If you’d like to join us, please contact Sylvia Shaw (sylvia.shaw@shaw.ca, or 403-238-3369)

ATTENTION EVERYONE: Let’s Pave the Way with Craig Murray

ATTENTION EVERYONE: Let’s Pave the Way with Craig Murray

as he bikes The Golden Triangle May 23-25 from Lake Louise — Radium — Golden, and back to Lake Louise.
A challenging 330 km bike ride through the Rockies.
And you can Pave the Way with your sponsorship of Craig. Your charitable donation to Pave the Way in support of Craig’s ride is 100% tax receiptable. Let’s all get behind Craig and help him Pave the Way for St. Andrew’s! No amount is too small — or too big!!!
You may donate online to Pave the Way, by cheque to St Andrew’s (marked Pave the Way), or by e-transfer to treasurer@standrewscalgary.ca
We are all behind you, Craig, as you help Pave the Way forward for St. Andrew’s!

Welcome to the world Rylee!   We’re so glad you’re here!!

Welcome to the world Rylee! We’re so glad you’re here!!

Shona and Carl Vandrasco are thrilled to introduce Rylee Lynn, who was born April 18, 2025. 

Communications Survey

Communications Survey

The communications team would like to explore ways we can help you by optimizing our methods of communication and how you receive it.
The survey will be open for feedback until the end of April. This means you only have two items to complete before the end of the month:
our communications survey….and your taxes! 

For more infomation visit:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FDKVZB8

CLICK HERE to complete the survey by May 1st
Serving in hospitality ministry

Serving in hospitality ministry

April 27th: 10:00 am
Greeter: Merle Crawford
Ushers: Cathy Millar & Janet Remus
Coffee Host: Terry Basaraba
Shepherd: Matt Nolette
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Deanne Barrett

Click on the links below:

Click on the links below:

Brown Bagging 4 Calgary's Kids  - CLICK HERE
Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program  - CLICK HERE
Youth Group 2025 Schedule - CLICK HERE

April / May ConnXions - CLICK HERE

THE WIDER COMMUNITY

THE WIDER COMMUNITY

PREACHING GRACE 2025:  Cultivating Hope - Food, Farming & the Life of Faith - April 25-27

PREACHING GRACE 2025: Cultivating Hope - Food, Farming & the Life of Faith - April 25-27

Can food be an act of hope? Join us for a powerful weekend exploring the connections between food, faith, justice, and community. Led by Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School), raised on a farm near Lethbridge, this three-day event includes:
A public lecture
An interactive workshop
A panel on food security & justice
April 25–27 | Grace Presbyterian Church, Calgary
Tickets are limited – purchase now: https://bit.ly/PreachingGrace2025

Whether you're passionate about sustainable food, creation care, or faithful action, this weekend is for you.   The Presbytery of Calgary-Macleod invite ALL congregation members involved in mission and/or food security to attend all or any part of the Preaching Grace events and have the cost of the weekend reimbursed.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.standrewscalgary.ca/df_media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjUvMDQvMDkvMjAvMzUvNTIvZjhhYTFiZTYtMjFlZi00ZGI3LWJjYWItYWI2MWE2NTRmYzc2L1ByZWFjaGluZyBHcmFjZSAyMDI1IC0gUG9zdGVyLnBkZiJdXQ/Preaching%20Grace%202025%20-%20Poster.pdf?sha=f6f58ed43d700b4a

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE SCHEDULE AND TO FIND MORE INFORMATION ON THE WEEKEND
Calgary Boys’ Choir

Calgary Boys’ Choir

Andreas Andronikou invites the congregation to The Calgary Boys' Choir end of year concert on Saturday, May 3rd. Andreas is a member of the Young Singers group and the concert reflects the strength of community and the healing power of song. Further details along with tickets can be found on The Calgary Boys' Choir website: www.calgaryboyschoir.com or click on the link below.
Andreas hopes to see you there!

For more infomation visit:

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/calgary-boys-choir-presents-united-we-sing-tickets-1312165635739?aff=oddtdtcreator

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS ON THE EVENTBRITE TICKET PAGE
Calgary Women’s Chorus Spring Concert

Calgary Women’s Chorus Spring Concert

So many lovely things happen in the Spring - budding leaves, the emergence of flowers – and CONCERTS!   You are warmly invited to the Calgary Women’s Chorus Spring Concert on Sunday, May 4th.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.standrewscalgary.ca/df_media/W1siZiIsIjIwMjUvMDQvMDEvMjIvNTQvMjcvMmEzZGU2NzAtZTUwNC00YmQ5LTk3YzYtNDRlMTI0MDg3YzkyL011c2ljYWwgVHJlYXN1cmVzLnBkZiJdXQ/Musical%20Treasures.pdf?sha=d21b7f3bb0fae100

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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