Scripture tells us that our identity is changed in baptism.  We are not confined to labels of male/female, slave/free, Jew/Gentile and the list goes on.  What does it mean to be clothed with Christ?  Where do we get our identity and where is our allegiance?  Today we baptise Rylee Vandrosco and welcome her into the family of Christ as a child of God!

To prepare for this week, read:
Psalm 148:1-13 / Luke 10:25-37

During Sunday Worship, here are activity sheets (based on our scripture reading) for all ages and stages:

3+

7+

Youth

Adult

Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 Sunday morning or use the link below which will be updated Sunday morning by 9:30 am to take you to our live streamed service.
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Worship, Church School & Special Studies/Events: 22 - 29, 2025
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to focus on and celebrate the cultures, stories, achievements and resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people.  Marking this day is one way we can uphold the church’s reconciliation commitments to SPEAK and HEAR truth, and to SEEK healing and justice.  The most appropriate and best way to learn about Indigenous cultures is to learn from Indigenous people, both within the church and outside it.  And on Sunday, along with Presbyterian congregations across Canada, we did just that!
St. Andrew’s is on a journey to honour the gifts, teachings, and skills of Indigenous people across what is now Canada, to give thanks for their care, wisdom, courage, and expertise.  We are grateful to our guests Rev. John Snow, Trish Snow, Layne Kilbreath, and Alphonse Nepoose who helped us take one more small step in our journey of hearing truth, seeking healing, and learning from our Indigenous neighbours.
~ Debby

June 8, 15 and 22 the Faith Formation Team is providing multi-age summer church school classes.
June 29th to August 31st the Faith Formation Team will be giving our leaders a well deserved break. 
September 7th Church School classes will resume again! 
Activity bags and fidget toys will be available for children to enjoy during worship in the summer. Younger children are welcome to go to the nursery and play games, build lego or read with Lilwen or Calysta when they are providing oversight in the nursery.  There may possibly be a Sunday when there is no nursery supervision - parents, please check before sending littles ones off to the Nursery.  If no one is there, please pick up Activity Bags  and fidget toys at the back of the Sanctuary for your littles ones.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Church Picnic THIS Sunday, June 22nd, immediately following the service!
Bring your favourite packed lunch and join the Welcome and Connection Team for a fun filled church picnic this Sunday following the service! There will be fun games, and a time for fellowship!
~ Lauren Nolette

We have had several regulars drop out of the annual family camping weekend, so we have room for more folks to join us!
The dates are August 22 to 24 and it takes place at the Sandy McNabb Group Campsite. Please contact Craig Murray at murraycraigjohn@gmail.com or call on 403 371-4667 for details.

The Rainbow Team invites you to mark your calendar for the Calgary Pride Parade on August 31.  We will once again have 'Church on the Road' to celebrate Pride as a community.  Meeting at the Heritage Park C-Train station, we will travel downtown together by train to attend the parade.  June is Pride month, so you are encouraged to start shopping for all your rainbow gear now!
~ Stephanie Werle

We especially remember his wife Dr. Jessica de Nooij, parents Otto and Elly, and his sister Ashley.  Please keep them in your prayers.  Service details will be announced when known.

Rev. Laurie will be working from home these 3 Wednesdays, so if you need to be in touch, please send an email and she will respond as soon as she can.  Debby is on vacation those 3 weeks, and Dolly doesn’t work on Wednesdays.
~  The office staff

We aren’t lazy, and we don’t think we’re crazy, but we ARE going to take a little break over the summer with the number of LinX emails that go out.  Rather than every week, we’ll be sending them out every other week.  Starting June 18th, you can look for your LinX emails on:  June 18 / July 2 / July 16 / July 30 / August 13 / and August 27.  Regular LinX emails will start September 3rd.
~ Kevin MacFarlane, Barbara MacFarlane, and Debby Dorcas

June 22: 10:00 am
Greeter: Barb English
Ushers: Brian Hawco & Barbara Kearnes
Coffee Hosts: Opportunity Available
Shepherd: Joan Rowe

June 29: 10:00 am
Greeters: Dan & Phyllis Duncan
Ushers: Susan Appelhof & Blaine Newton
Coffee Hosts: Opportunity Available
Shepherd: Mark Rowe

This summer Westminster Presbyterian Church is offering a VBS program for all children AGES 4 to GRADE 6.  The theme of the program is ‘True North - Trusting Jesus in a Wild World’.  Come and learn how Jesus is our True North and Solid Foundation.  Experience science fun, glacier games, crafts, songs, and tundra treats!!
Registration information will be shared at a later date.

Why does the church emphasize right relations with Indigenous Peoples? Why is the Presbyterian Church apologizing? We didn't personally harm, so why are we seeking reconciliation?
Indigenous 101 is an entry-level workshop offered by an Indigenous Anglican priest and professor at Vancouver School of Theology, Rev. Ray Aldred. Come to this free workshop (by donation only) and enjoy a full learning experience, including lunch, sponsored by St. Giles Presbyterian.