Jesus kept bad company. This irked those who considered themselves pure and in God’s favour. Jesus ate with sinners and showed them how to find the paths that lead to God–patiently, persistently, without rebuke or scolding. How about us? Do we have an open-door policy that encourages all to find their way to God, or do we keep our doors closed? 

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Worship, Church School & Special Studies/Events: Sept 14 - 21, 2025
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

What does it take to husk 70 cobs of corn? Many hands and a lot of patience I would imagine!!! But that is exactly what Terry Basaraba and his excellent team of volunteers did for the recent Cornfest held on August 17. What a fabulous time everyone had and we are so grateful to everyone for their hard work and dedication to help raise funds for our Pave the Way campaign. Serving up burgers, hot dogs, salads, corn on the cob and watermelon to over 75 in attendance helped us raise close to $20,000 in cash and pledge support. We are also thankful for the talented team of volunteers and friends from the Men's Group including: David Townsend, Loran McVittie, Jarrett Hoefling, Janet Remus, Brian Hawco, Stephen and Douglas Henrichsen, as well as Derek Wilkinson, who along with Clay Kuhn and Lloyd Allen provided some great entertainment. Kudos to Barry and Betty Robinson, newcomers who were brave enough to be interviewed before a live audience. Well done, Terry and Team! 

Want to join St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church?
Want to be baptised into the Family of Followers of Jesus? 
Membership is a tricky concept in the church.  Who is a member?  Those who attend?  Those who donate?  Those who came as a child 30 years ago?  Membership is a commitment to show up and participate in the active life of the congregation through time, talent and money.  A "regular attender" might not attend every week as in the past, as some people have to work on Sunday, have family commitments, and are experiencing transitions.  
YOU DECIDE, by choosing to BE BAPTISED.
If baptised as an infant,  you become a member by PROFESSION OF FAITH, answering the questions asked of your parents for yourself.
If you are a member elsewhere but have moved,
we can TRANSFER YOUR MEMBERSHIP.
Regardless, you are welcome here at St. Andrew's.  
May God bless you with a sense of belonging and an opportunity to contribute as part of this community of faith.
If you would like to join us as a member, or if you desire to be baptised or to have your children baptised, please contact the office or speak with me.
~  Rev. Laurie

What do theologians tell us about learning?  Barbara Brown Taylor wrote a book called “Learning to Walk in the Dark.”  N.T. Wright challenges us to learn about “Jesus Teaching Agenda.”   Frederick Beuchner says that “To be wise is to be eternally curious”.
Well, if you are eternally curious, consider joining a group of eager learners Sunday mornings after worship as we resume our Adult Bible Study this fall.  BIll Judd, our fearless leader, has chosen a study based on the book of James called “JAMES ~ What You Do Matters”. 
Please see Bill Judd Sunday (Sept 7) in the Lounge - he will be happy to answer any questions you might have about the upcoming study.  You have the option to buy the book, OR we’ll be sending out weekly emails with a suggestion of which passages to read in James for the upcoming week, along with some questions to think about that we’ll be discussing each Sunday morning.  And we’ll be watching a video together each Sunday narrated by the author, Margaret Feinberg. 
We are all on this journey of discovery together, and what we have found over the years is that we learn not only from the study, but from each other.  Our study on James will start Sunday, September 14th at 11:00 am in Trinity Hall.    Why not join us and learn together?
~ Debby

It is likely that you, a loved one, or someone you know has been directly affected by MAiD. We would like to help people make informed, compassionate choices as they or their loved ones consider end-of-life decisions—or live in the aftermath of those who have undertaken a MAiD procedure.
We will gather not to debate, but to discern and broaden our understanding. MAiD invites us into a space where compassion, autonomy, suffering and ethics intersect.
Please register by signing up in the Foyer, calling the church office at 403.255.0001, or emailing office@standrewscalgary.ca
~ Rev. Geoffrey

If you were lucky enough to enjoy one of St. Andrew’s Christmas puddings last year, the Ladies Guild would love to recycle your pudding jars. They are 500 ml wide mouth jars and metal rings. They can be left in the church kitchen or contact Pam Livingstone Phone:  (403)271-6468;   email: pamlivingstone@shaw.ca
~ Pam Livingstone

With the busy fall season getting underway, we can let down our guard and become vulnerable to scammers. This can happen to anyone, both the young and the old. Click here to review common techniques that scammers use, and some effective defensive strategies to protect yourself and those you love.

Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program  - CLICK HERE

NEW SEPTEMBER CONNXIONS - CLICK HERE

As you start to look at summer and fall clothes, we have a REALLY easy way for you to make room in your closets for the things you  actually wear.  Bring the clothes that you DIDN’T wear this summer, and that you know you WON’T wear this fall, to St. Andrew’s!!   From (Monday) SEPTEMBER 15 to (Monday) SEPTEMBER 22 we’ll be collecting clothes, shoes, and boots for the Kidney Foundation.  They will transform your used clothing into kidney research and programs that help fight kidney disease.  One more way we can be ‘Woven into the neighbourhood’.
~  Debby

Are you looking to fill 5-10 hours per month?  The Presbytery of Calgary-Macleod are looking for a Presbytery Secretary to support the Clerk in presbytery meeting dockets and minutes.