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A Bi-Weekly Summer Newsletter |
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July 20, 2025 - Rev. Fiona SwansonThe story of Mary and Martha, I think, puts us on defence, as we get that ‘one or the other’ idea - but is it a matter of timing and not personality type? |
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July 27, 2025 - Rev. Laurie McKayThe Scriptures encourage us to pray. The Lord taught his disciples to pray. And the world needs God to intercede… So let us pray. In all tongues - in all ways - at all times. |
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Our Worship & Work ContinuesWorship, Church School & Special Studies/Events: July 27 - August 3, 2025 |
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Grateful/Thankful/BlessedWow! Celebrating 150 years of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, General Assembly looks very different today than it did in 1875! Note the colour! The mix of ages, culture, and gender reflect our population across Canada. One thing that has not changed is our desire to follow Jesus. Did you know that we have people from St. Andrew's who support the work of the national church? Here are a few ways we are "Presbyterian Church in Canada" together:
Presbyterian Sharing - all of us! Our congregation contributes funds to support 3 theological colleges, camps, national staff, resources, International ministries, social ministries, Indigenous ministries, national committees of the PCC, and receiving ministers from other streams of the Christian church.
Thanks for the commitment of time from
Lynn Judd - representative elder from the Presbytery of Calgary-MacLeod to General Assembly
Rev. Laurie McKay - convenor of Committee to Advise the Moderator and chaplain to General Assembly
Rev. Jean Morris - convenor of Narratives of Hope and Possibility Committee
Audrey Cole - Administrative Council
Dolly Forcade - Pension and Benefits Board
Loran McVittie - Presbyterian Church Building Corporation
We are blessed to be a blessing!
~ Rev. Laurie |
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Pre-Service Hymn Sing – Sundays at 9:50 AMStarting this Sunday (July 20), come early and join us in the Sanctuary for a joyful pre-service hymn sing from 9:50 to 10:00 AM. For the next six weeks, we’ll be flipping through the hymnbook and singing as many favourites as time allows. Bring your requests and your voices—we’d love to have you join in! |
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FIRE DRILL - Sunday, July 27th, 2025Please be aware that we will have a fire drill on July 27th near the end of our worship service. Please follow the directions of the fire drill shepherds who will be wearing orange safety vests. |
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John Young Birthday Celebration - 100 years Young!Please come CELEBRATE John Young's 100th on Saturday, August 2nd from 2:30 - 4:30 pm in the Karl English Lounge. |
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"Pave the Way Cornfest"The men’s group is inviting you all to a near the end of summer ... Cornfest, Sunday Aug 17th, after church in Trinity Hall. Come taste the freshness of Taber corn, plus burgers, hot dogs, salad and perhaps some entertainment as well. Lunch is free to all, but bring your cheque book as we try to raise funds for "Pave the Way". |
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St. Andrew’s Camping WeekendWe still have a few spots left for campers on August 22 to 24, it’s not too late to sign up. Plus, everybody is invited to come out to join us at Sandy McNabb Provincial Park for either a hike at 10 am on the Saturday and stay for the day, or for the informal outdoor communion worship service at 10am on Sunday morning, with Rev Peter leading worship. Please let Craig Murray know via email at murraycraigjohn@gmail.com if you plan to come out, just so we know who to expect.
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Please send us your favourite Summer Photo!You may have noticed on the last page of our June / July ConnXions that our September "Faith Full Fall" issue hopes to feature favourite summer images from St. Andrew's congregants in the same manner as we did last year. You can refresh your memories of last year's edition by clicking the link below and going to pages 11 through 14. See if you can top that collection by sending your 2025 images to ConnXions@StAndrewsCalgary.ca |
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GriefShare ~ Upcoming SessionsIf you are interested in participating in the next GriefShare sessions, mark September 2 - November 25, 2025 in your calendar. These sessions will be held in the Lower Fireside Room from 1:30 - 3:00 pm. |
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A Celebration of Life for Joan Robertson, who died Tuesday, November 19, 2024, will be held at St. Andrew's on August 2nd at 1:00 pm |
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Serving in hospitality ministryJuly 20: 10:00 am July 27: 10:00 am |
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THE WIDER COMMUNITY |
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Hello from Camp Kannawin,We’re reaching out to let you know about a special event happening Saturday, July 19th! Although it’s a bit last minute, we would really appreciate your help in spreading the word. We’re hosting a Day at Camp from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to come, explore the camp, and enjoy some fun activities. |
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Understanding the Experience of Grief Class - July 21 from 5:00 - 7:00 pmAlberta Healthy Living Program is offering a FREE in-person Understanding the Experience of Grief class at the Richmond Road Diagnostic & Treatment Centre on Monday, July 21 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Grief is personal and everyone’s journey is different. Be kind to yourself. There is no right or wrong way to heal or feel. To register, call 1-844-527-1150. |
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2025 Citywide Pride Interfaith ServiceAll are invited to join the 7th Annual Citywide Pride Interfaith Service on Sunday, August 24 at 7:00 pm, hosted at Lutheran Church of the Cross. |
