Love God. Love your neighbour as yourself. This is accepted wisdom. Just when we think we “get it”, God moves in a way that leaves us baffled. What is God up to? Why is being baffled part of the faith journey?

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

If you haven’t already… you need to see our recently renovated Lower Fireside Room!

There is a new vibe when you go into the lower wing and head to the newly renovated Lower Fireside Room!
(And some of our other Faith Formation rooms have had some upgrades too to freshen up the space for our children and youth!)
But our focus today is the Lower Fireside Room. We are always hesitant to ‘name names’ in case someone gets left out. But today we HAVE TO, and we know that everyone who worked with them will understand why they are being highlighted. Brent and Stephanie Werle quietly and capably ‘project managed’ the Lower Fireside renovation project ~ with dedication of time and effort, with attention to detail, and by working hard to ensure the work got done. We know they would want it acknowledged that they received MUCH HELP from their many friends on the Facilities Team, Rainbow Team, Faith Formation Team, and truly - from anyone who happened to just be walking in the lower wing hallway when things needed to be moved from one room to another! And we’re thinking probably from their son and daughter!! We are so very grateful to Stephanie and Brent for their energy, enthusiasm, and perseverance to ensure this space is welcoming and ready to embrace all who walk through the doors!! Those words aren’t enough… we’ll say two… THANK YOU!
 ~ Deb

We are so glad our space is being used so often.
We’re a busy church, which is a good thing!!
The office would REALLY appreciate it if you could include the following information when requesting space, either by email or phone:

1. Your name
2. The name of the room you would like to book (Upper Room, Trinity Hall, KE Lounge…)
3. The name of the group or team you represent (Ladies Guild, Men’s Group, Youth Group, Facilities Team, Indigenous Relations Team, Faith Formation Team…)
4. Brief description of what you need the space for

Having this information will help the office staff help you!!
Thanks so much! ~ Solange & Dolly

Prepare your mind for Rooted in Hope

with Ruth Harvey, Leader of the Iona Community, mediator, writer, and lifelong practitioner of intentional Christian community.
Drawing on her deep experience in conflict transformation and faith-based leadership, Ruth brings a grounded and thoughtful perspective on navigating complexity and change in today’s world.

If you are interested in being baptised or professing your faith, we will hold a class on October 24th at 10 am in the Karl English Lounge. If you have any questions, please speak to Rev. Laurie or your elder.

Gather your family and friends and join us for an evening of fall fun, fellowship, and community at our Fall Family Fun Fest! 
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Trinity Hall
Come Enjoy:
Family Pumpkin Carving Competition
Build-Your-Own Halloween Sundaes
Fear Factor Challenge
Prizes and Family Fun
This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season, connect with other families, and make lasting memories together.
Please come dressed in a Halloween costume!
Everyone is welcome!
Bring your creativity, your sweet tooth, and your sense of adventure for a fun-filled fall evening!
Faith • Family • Fun
Hosted by St Andrew's Faith Formation Team
Sign up with the church office (403 255 0001) or sign up sheet in the foyer

On October 24th, at 6:30pm, we’ll be holding the Gathering of older youth and younger adults in Boston Pizza at Chinook Mall. If you’re between the ages of 17 to 30, you and your friends are welcome to join us in a happy chat about Social Connection, emotional and spiritual wellbeing and validation. Pizza and pop will be provided and the sign-up sheet is in the foyer.

Join your host Deanne Barrett in a simple guided art exploration of your walk with Jesus. We will paint, doodle, and drink tea. Please sign up by emailing Deanne at dlomheim@gmail.com

"Moms Walking with Jesus" Art Nights in 2 parts:
Part 1: Friday, October 30 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Part 2: Friday, December 11, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm

One of our biggest ‘community building’ events at St. Andrew’s is our Christmas Bazaar. No matter what age and stage you are in life, there is something you can do to be part of this amazing event. Please click on the links below to see how you can be part of the fun!!

Our Annual Christmas Bazaar includes a Vendors Marketplace. If you know anyone who wishes to rent a 6 foot table for $30 to sell their non-food items, the Ladies Guild encourages you to forward them the attachment found by clicking the link below.

St. Andrew’s Session has been considering ways we can invite people to share in ministry, in Growing. Life. Together. With God. How can we be more inclusive in worship participation for our people? One thing we have been discussing is including more people in serving Communion. We would like to include youth, elders, people who used to be on Session, as well as people who have never been on Session! If you would like to be included in this way, there is a sign-up sheet in the Foyer. Anyone who signs up and is new to serving will be contacted to meet with Rev. Laurie and a few elders for a short time to talk about what Communion means, and what your role will be on Communion Sunday. People who are new to serving will be paired with an elder who has served before, so everyone will have a partner! We hope you see this as an exciting way to share in ministry together. Serving Communion is indeed one of our highest privileges.
~  Deb

Every 2 years our congregation prayerfully considers our leadership. This fall St. Andrew’s will be electing 6 new leaders to join our Session.

• Ruling elders are elected by the congregation and ordained for life by the laying on of hands.
• Active service on session (term eldership) is for 6 years.
• We currently have 18 elders, and every 2 years, 6 elders come off session and 6 new elders are elected by the congregation.  
• Any member of the congregation can be elected as an elder. A member is someone who:
•  has professed their faith at St. Andrews’, or has transferred their membership from another congregation.  
• is of good character and has the gifts of discernment and leadership. 

In the next couple of weeks, we will learn more about elders, and nomination forms will be made available. 2 people from the congregation must sign the form when nominating someone. The session then reviews the nominations. Voting of elders will take place Nov. 29 and Dec. 7th.

• Elder elections are coming up. Watch for more information in LinX and during Sunday announcements about the election process and how you can participate.
• Our youth are off to a great start. Eighteen youth attended the first youth group gathering of the year, including four youth from the Nuer congregation. It’s wonderful to see these connections growing.
• Come see the refreshed Lower Fireside Room. We invite you to stop by and take a look at this newly updated and welcoming space.
• October is Minister Appreciation Month. This is a wonderful opportunity to show our appreciation and support for our Minister and Ministers in Association and the many ways they serve our church community.
• An exciting step for our church community. Session has agreed to invite leadership of the Presbyterian Church of South Sudan including, Rt. Rev. James Makuey Chuol, General Moderator, and Rev. James Duoth Biet, Office Secretary to the General Moderator, to St. Andrew’s for the ordination of Martha Nyapuar Thok in the spring of 2027. We look forward to sharing more information with the congregation as plans develop. 

~ Lorna Andronikou

Oct 25 - 10 AM:
Greeters: John & Jean McPhee
Ushers: Opportunity Available
Coffee Hosts: Opportunity Available
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Laurie McKay
Shepherd: Cathy Millar

Ian is mourned by his wife Freda, her daughter Laura and husband Josh, her daughter-in-law Kayla and grandsons Callum and Robbie. Ian passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026 at the age of 80 years. A Funeral Service was held at McInnis & Holloway on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 2:30 p.m.

Fall 2026 Youth Group Schedule - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program - CLICK HERE
Office Staff - Who does what?!? - CLICK HERE
Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE

New Oct / Nov 2026 CONNXIONS - CLICK HERE
Fall 2026 Presbyterian Connection Newspaper - CLICK HERE

The Annual Downey Lecture Series is free to attend and features two lectures with Dr. Bob Ekblad: Bearing witness to Jesus and his kingdom in the face of rising inequalities, authoritarianism and persecution today and Prophetic seeing and whistleblowing in a age of blindness and injustice: Learning from Dinah (Genesis 34) and Jesus (on the Road to Emmaus)

This Ambrose University event is focused on human trafficking. They are pleased to welcome Dr. John Winterdyk, Professor Emeritus at MRU and author, who will lead the evening of documentary viewing, panel discussion with experts in the field and Q&A. Tickets are $20, available through the link below, before registration closes on Oct. 19.