The Transfiguration Story of Jesus may be the most peculiar story in the Gospels and the hardest one for us to get our head around. But is the story the problem, or our ingrained way we approach “mystery” today?

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Worship, Church School & Special Studies/Events: Feb 15 - 22
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Words can not express the gratitude we feel.  The Meal Train provided awesome meals for Colin and I the past two weeks while I am recovering from a fall. A HUGE thank you to those who delivered us a wonderful dinner. They were greatly appreciated. 
We have also been overwhelmed by the warmth, kindness and support by the family of St. Andrew’s
Many blessings. ~ Colin and Marilyn Cantlie

All St. Andrew’s singles are invited to join us for an evening of fun and getting to know each other better.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Location:   Karl English LOUNGE
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 
Please bring: a finger food item to share (dessert will be provided);
a favorite board game or card game if you have one;
and your sense of fun! 
There will be an area for those who opt out of the games option, so come even if you don't like games, but like to sit and chat.
This is not a "dating site", but you are welcome to bring other single friends for an evening of fun.

Please call the church office at 403-255-0001 by NOON Thursday, Feb 12th if you can join us.
 ~ Rev. Laurie, Janet Remus, Thelma Wagner & Carol Latter, Planning Team

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the 40 days of Lent that ends on Easter Sunday.  Sundays are not included in the count of 40, since every Sunday is a celebration of the Lord's resurrection. On Ash Wednesday we begin a season of reflection, and prayer.  We have ashes put on our forehead in the sign of the cross.
Ash Wednesday reminds us of Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness, and we invite Jesus into our wilderness.  Just as Jesus fasted in the wilderness, some might fast from a food item, or an activity that is distracting like screen time, or perhaps add an activity like a daily walk, in order to pray.
~ Rev. Laurie

Rev. Laurie is facilitating a 6 week Wednesday evening online Lent study starting February 25th, ending April 1.
All are warmly welcome to attend ~ there is a signup sheet in the foyer, or you can contact the church office by emailing: office@standrewscalgary.ca or by calling 403-255-0001. You don’t have to purchase a book in order to be part of the Study - Rev. Laurie will send out some questions each week for us ‘to ponder together’ when we meet.  If you would like the office to order a book for you, it will be delivered early March (it seems to be a popular item, so stores had to restock).  The Faith Formation Team will subsidize books ordered through the office so that you pay $20.00 for your book.  Contact the church office if interested.
Here is a description of the study:
In The Last Supper: Conversations that Led to the Cross, Will Wilimon invites us to follow Jesus on his final journey from Palm Sunday to Easter, listening carefully to the parables he tells along the way. But be warned: Willimon calls these stories "riddles" rather than simple moral lessons, and he insists they're primarily about God's character rather than our behavior. As he puts it with characteristic bluntness, "Want to get close to Jesus? You'll have to sit for story time with him."
Come sit with us for story time.
~ Deb

Lent devotions are available for families, adults, and senior adults.  There will be devotions that you can pick up in the Foyer starting this Sunday. You also have two online options below. Each week in worship during Lent, the children will hear a story focussing on one of the ‘family devotionals’. The storybook that is read will be placed in the children’s library in the Children’s Sunday School Classroom downstairs, and can be signed out by families any time.

Online options for Lenten Devotionals:

St. Andrew’s Hall (Presbyterian Church in Canada’s West Coast college) Lenten Devotional Guide offers a daily scripture reading and prayer, along with a theological reflection.

CLICK HERE FOR St. Andrew’s Hall Lent Devotional

Presbyterian Outlook (Presbyterian Church USA) - this devotional journeys through the Gospel of Matthew - a Gospel shaped in conflict, fragile community and deep disagreement - and invites readers to follow Jesus with humility, courage and faithfulness when the ground feels unsteady. It contains a daily Scripture-based reflection, reflection questions and prayers, and a pastoral voice that names the weight without rushing past hope.

CLICK HERE FOR Presbyterian Outlook Lent Devotional

Over the next two Sundays, we invite you to fill out sticky notes in the foyer or send a note to the office (office@standrewscalgary.ca) as part of session consulting with the congregation.
STARS are what St. Andrew's is doing well now - what are we known for - our strengths!
WISHES are where you would see St. Andrew's going in the future - a hurt or need in the community, a program that would further our vision, a mission idea that you feel the spirit calling us to pursue.

These will be grouped, summarized, are reported back to the congregation by Session, so together we implement our vision of being Woven into the neighbourhood, growing disciples who love like Jesus.

If you and your child would like to learn more about Woven with Wonder at Camp Kannawin in May for grade 7-9 youth, or Collective 2026 at Brock University in August for grade 10-12 youth, please come to an online meeting on Monday, Feb 23, 7:15 pm to find out more. Email Deanne Barrett to receive the zoom meeting link: dlomheim@gmail.com

Grief is not a disease or disorder, it’s an emotional, physical and spiritual behavioral response to any significant loss, most commonly the death of a loved one. Facilitators Judie Coleman, Clay Kuhn and Alice Williams would be happy to answer any questions you have about the program that starts MARCH 2 (Monday nights from 7:00 - 8:30 pm in the Lower Fireside Room)
~ Alice Williams, GriefShare Facilitator

What:
Children get a night (150 minutes) in at the Karl English lounge including dinner and lots of fun, games and activities. Children are welcome to come dressed up!
Who:
Children from grades 1-6. Children are encouraged to bring a friend.
Parents & Grandparents get a night (150 minutes) to themselves too (think date night, dinner with friends, shopping).
Cost: Free!
Registration closes Wednesday, March 11, 2026 
Please sign up through the church office at  office@standrewscalgary.ca or call 403-255-0001 

Calling all Youth ages 14-18, Young Adults 19-25 and Youth Leaders (18+) ~  there is a summer opportunity for you! Previously known as Uplift or Canada Youth, this summer 3-day experience at Brock University may be what you're looking for! 
Dates: 12-15, August 2026
Location: Brock University, St. Catharines
Interested in attending? Speak to Lauren Nolette or Deanne Barrett
On the first Sunday of each month, youth will be selling cookies after the service during coffee time to offset the cost of travel to this event. Who doesn’t want to support our beloved youth? Who doesn’t like a cookie? Win/Win!!!!

Feb 15:  10:00 am
Greeters: Clarence & Pat Lomheim
Ushers: Jamie Hodge & Opportunity Available
Coffee Hosts: Terry Basaraba
Shepherd: Duane Tritter
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Rev. Laurie McKay

Last week, we asked you to break the tie between two front-runners in our survey: Listening for God in times of change and challenge, and discussion groups that address where God is in turbulent times. By one vote, the former has nudged out the latter. You can still vote though, either online or with a hard copy (available in our foyer).
Those who responded clearly would like us to address real-life situations where folks of all generations can use their faith practices to help them find faithful perspectives in the face of daunting events in the world. We are listening and ready to respond with appropriate programming. Thanks for your input!
~  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

FEB / MAR 2026 CONNXIONS - CLICK HERE

As we enter February, it’s a good moment to pause and notice how God’s love touches our daily lives. 
If you find the need, amid the busyness of routines, to meet God in quiet ways, click the link below for an opportunity to prepare for Lent with Fr. Julian Studden.