Seeing with new eyes, we live differently. Jesus goes to ‘Galilee of the Gentiles’ after the death of John the Baptist. His message sounds similar to John’s message:  The Kingdom of heaven has come near! But he speaks to non-Jews, on the border where healing is most needed. We too are living in a time of economic and political transition. Where do you see light breaking into darkness? How do we shine that light onto a troubled world?

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Worship, Church School & Special Studies/Events: Jan 25 - Feb 1, 2026
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

What a gift it is to belong!  Wikipedia says that BELONGINGNESS is the human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group. Whether it is family, friends, co-workers, a religion, or something else, some people tend to have an 'inherent' desire to belong and be an important part of something greater than themselves.  We hear so much these days about church attendance and membership falling, so when we have an opportunity to experience baptisms and people joining our congregation, we CELEBRATE WITH JOY!!   And so, on Sunday, January 11th, St. Andrew’s celebrated BELONGINGNESS!
St. Andrew’s was blessed to baptize 16 children, youth and adults during morning worship.  We also warmly welcomed several new members as part of our St. Andrew’s family.  We are always happy to welcome people of all ages and stages of life, and hope they truly feel they belong to a caring faith community.
 ~  Deb

Following a short (5-10) minute break immediately following our morning worship service on Sunday morning March 8th, we will be holding our Annual Congregational Meeting. YOU are an important part of our congregation, and we welcome your participation!
Get this important date into your calendar and plan to attend as we make important decisions about 2026.

StAC has had the benefit of wonderful young caregiver staff in the Nursery for a number of years, enabling parents to comfortably leave their infants and toddlers in the Nursery during service. However, for reasons including demographics and post-covid protocols of new parents, the Nursery has not been utilised by StAC families for a while. Accordingly, the Faith Formation Team has decided to release our Nursery staff until such time as there is a demonstrated need to resume the practice. In the meantime, parents are encouraged to use the Nursery for infant care as needed and can access the service on livestream in the Nursery. We extend our thanks and gratitude to Lilwen Henrichsen and Calysta Payne for their recent ongoing dedication as Nursery caregivers.
~ Rhonda Wishart, Convenor of Faith Formation

For over 25 years, the South Sudanese congregation has been worshiping in the afternoons each Sunday at St. Andrew's. There are now approximately 80-90 people who gather. They worship primarily in Nuer at 1:30 pm. If you would like to experience African worship, you are always welcome! Once a year, the congregation sponsors a feast to share with the morning congregation at St. Andrew's. The feast planned for January 18th has been postponed to January 25 starting at 3:00.  You don't need to travel to Africa to get a taste of their culture, their food, and their warm hospitality. Please join us for either worship at 1:30 in the Sanctuary, or just the Feast on January 25 at 3:00 pm in Trinity Hall.
~ Rev. Laurie

Jan 25:  10:00 am
Greeters: Opportunity Available
Ushers: Jamie Hodge & Karen McLeod
Coffee Hosts: Al & Linda Johnson
Shepherd: Sean Pepper
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Brian Hawco   

We are interested in asking you what you would like to see in terms of spiritual care programs for the church. 
Spiritual care is paying attention to the heart-tugs of individuals, as they try to find faith in a turbulent world.  We care about spiritual care because we care about you, and about your walk with others and with God, however you define God. We want people to feel happy and fulfilled and to find faithful ways of doing so, even in a world where so much is wrong.
Please keep your eyes open for the survey, which will be available both in hard copy and online.
And if you have any suggestions for us, please let us know!
~ Rev. Geoffrey

Office Staff - Who does what?!? - CLICK HERE
Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program  - CLICK HERE

DEC 2025 / JAN 2026 CONNXIONS - CLICK HERE

The FCJ Centre (219 - 19 Avenue SW) offers opportunities for individual retreats, or ‘community’ retreats right here in our city.

The Presbyterian College offers online studies that might be of interest to you.  One such study will be held within the Certificate in Lay Leadership program.  This study will help build your comfort and confidence in providing care and support to members of your congregation.  This study is for lay leaders already doing this work, and those who wish to explore this ministry.