As we begin a new church year on the first Sunday in Advent, the prophet Isaiah calls God’s people to anticipate the future by remembering God’s faithfulness.  The Rev. Dr. Jean Morris will be preaching. Jean was a minister at St. Andrew’s from 1988-1991

Weekly Meetings & Worship:  Nov 27 - Dec 4
PLUS a LINK to our MONTHLY Calendar!

This Sunday is the beginning of the Advent season.  Many faith communities around the world set aside this time to prepare our hearts, homes, and churches ~ for Christ’s birth.  Whether this time is expressed through prayer, meaningful music, reading and reflection, or a myriad of other ways, may this season not ‘pass you by’ this year.  Be thankful for the freedom we have to live out and share our Christian and family traditions.  We are Christmas people.  
A people of ~ Hope ~ Peace ~ Joy ~ and Love.
~ Debby

The election period will run from Sunday 27 November until Sunday 11 December. Ballots will be available in the foyer and Karl English Lounge on Sundays and in the office mid-week. The instructions for voting are included on the ballot. The ballot is also available at the LINK BELOW and can be sent in either by regular mail or email. The instructions for this option are on the online ballot. Our website at the LINK BELOW also has bios and photos of our 7 nominees. All the bios may not be up at the time you read this email, but they will in the next few days. You are reminded that only official members can vote. Please take time to give prayerful consideration for who should be a part of our congregation’s leadership.
Thanks for your participation!~ Rev. Peter

Time and Date: Saturday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Grace Presbyterian Church Calgary, 1009 15 Ave SW
Register at: https://gracechurchcalgary.com/event/adventconcert/

The second annual All is Calm, All is Bright Advent Music Concert is back this year by popular demand!
Our choir will be singing Advent music, alongside multiple church choirs from Calgary, at Grace Presbyterian Church. 
The event is FREE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY and open to all.
There will be a free-will offering to cover the costs of the concert.

Loss is a part of life we all experience whether it is grieving the death of a loved one, dealing with the stresses of a broken relationship, job / financial insecurity or decrease in independence due to health issues. All are invited to join us for a very informative and heartwarming address by Rev. Rick Beck.  Since his retirement as a pastor with the Moravian Church, Rick's current ministerial practice of spiritual direction is as an instructor and supervisor at the FCJ Centre. We are very excited he has agreed to join us and share words of wisdom from his many and varied life experiences.

Please join us for an in person worship service Monday, November 28th at 7:30 pm, followed by a time of conversation and coffee in the KE Lounge.  (A live-stream is available for those who cannot attend)

Hey youth! We’re starting our Advent study called “Because of Bethlehem” this Friday. It’s one of my favourite studies to do for Advent and I’m happy to share it with you! Come ready to learn! We’ll have snacks and finish off with something fun! Either a Mario party tournament or some sort of big church game! See you then! 
~ Lauren & Matt

The Ladies Guild has several packages of butter tarts for sale at $7 if you were unable to attend the Bazaar last Saturday.
Email  pamlivingstone@shaw.ca or call (403) 271-6468. 
You’ll be glad you did ~ they are GOOD!!

Several people have let me know that they have received emails from ‘Rev. Peter’ asking for assistance or a phone call.  Please remember that if Peter was reaching out to you, he would be more specific than ‘Have you got a sec?’ or ‘I need your help’.  If you are in doubt, get in touch with the church office (office@standrewscalgary.ca),  but more than likely these ‘cryptic’ emails are from hackers.  Our advice:  DELETE, AND DO NOT RESPOND.~ Debby

ALL are invited.  To register, CLICK HERE or email lisbeth.duncan1@gmail.com

Saturday, November 26:  2:00 - 4:00 pm

Varsity Acres Presbyterian Church:  4612 Varsity Dr NW

Bible Study "Simply Jesus" – Sundays at 11:15 am - CLICK HERE
Celebration of Life - Monday, Nov 28, 2022 at 7:30 pm - CLICK HERE
Coffee Coordinators needed - CLICK HERE
ConnXions October/November Edition - CLICK HERE
Election of New Elders Update - CLICK HERE
GriefShare Started Oct 4, 2022 - CLICK HERE
The Nursery is OPEN - CLICK HERE

You are probably wondering, “So what’s happening with our new direction to get woven into our immediate neighbourhood and help out?” Three weeks ago the city social worker for Kingsland held a gathering of people from different organizations who all want to help out in that neighbourhood. Present were the Principal of St. Augustine School, reps from three churches (including six from ours), the Kingsland Community Association as well as people from three agencies: Carya, the Trellis Society and CUPS. We learned more about the needs in this neighbourhood.  Do you want to hear what they are? Are you considering jumping in to help us “learn our way forward” into our congregation’s mission? Would you like to help us figure out how we can start small towards making a difference for those who live around us? Join us after worship on Sunday December 4^th for a one hour (max) meeting in Trinity Hall. Coffee, tea and a few goodies will be provided. Come help us figure out our next step!