The parable of the seed growing without the help of human interference invites us into the mystery of God’s power.  We are reminded that it is the nature of God’s reign to grow and to manifest itself gradually and automatically.  The second part of the parable (likening the mustard shrub as the “greatest”) is a joke - a surprise!  A necessary one!  Will we “get it” and laugh or be offended?

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Worship, Church School and Special Studies/Events: June 9 - 16
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

Where would the church be without the people who quietly work away doing wonderful things for their faith community?  We are grateful that a little bird let us know something that we think should be shared with our faith community.   This week at General Assembly, the Presbyterian Building Corporation made a report in which they acknowledged the retirement of MR. ALEX GRANT, who has served as a Director on the Board of the Presbyterian Building Corporation since 1991!!!  What a record of denominational service quietly given by Alex through these many years.  We know Alex has faithfully served St. Andrew’s all of his time here.  Now we know he served ‘the wider community’ as well.  Well done, thou good and faithful servant!!
~ Deb

We need ONE more person (or a team of 2 or 3) to adopt our last flower bed.  Thank you to those who adopted the other three!!  If you have an hour or two each week to help us out, we can share the workload and enjoy the beauty of the earth!!  Please call the church office at 403.255.0001 if you can help.
~ Deb

The Ladies’ Guild would like to invite all ladies of the congregation to join us at the Sirocco Golf Course Restaurant on Tuesday, June 11th for our annual wind-up luncheon.  We will meet at the church at 11:30 for carpooling.  For more information, please contact Pam Livingstone at (403) 271-6468 or pamlivingstone@shaw.ca

The Karl English Lounge is undergoing a facelift. We will be repainting it on Saturday June 15th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and we are looking for volunteers who can wield a paintbrush or roller for a 2-hour shift. Paint and painting tools will be supplied – all we need is your enthusiasm. Please sign-up at the Volunteer table in the foyer and we will be in touch. Thank you.

On Saturday, June 15th the Men’s Group invites everyone in the congregation who would like to participate in a picnic and hike to Cat Creek Falls to join them
(Highway from Longview - a map will be provided)
Date: Saturday, June 15th
Time: Meet at St. Andrew’s parking lot at 12:00 noon
Transportation: We’ll be arranging ‘ride shares’ & leaving as a convoy
Food: Bring your own lunch and drinks
NO CHARGE FOR THIS EVENT - Sign up in the Foyer and join us!!!
~  Loran McVittie

Kevin, Barbara, and Debby will be taking some time off this summer, so we are moving to our ‘Summer LinX Schedule’ starting next week. Going forward, you will be receiving LinX ‘every other Wednesday’.  

Our summer schedule:
June 12
June 26
July 10
July 24
Aug 7
Aug 21

Then… starting back in September, we’ll be back to our weekly schedule.   Thanks everyone!!  Our hope is that EVERYONE will have some time to relax and recharge over the summer!!

Kannawin invites children and youth to experience  “the ultimate summer camp experience” at the only Presbyterian camp in Alberta, which is nestled in scenic Sylvan Lake, Alberta.
Camp Kannawin’s theme for the summer is the Life of Jesus. From the Christmas Story through to the resurrection, the life of Jesus will be explored with themed activities and crafts planned throughout the week. From resurrection gardens to nativity scenes, there will be plenty of opportunities for creative expression and learning.
The Boehm children from our congregation attended the camp last summer and have reported on  “nice counsellors, nice lake & good food!” They also noted that the water activities were a highlight of their experience.
Please visit the Camp Kannawin website for registration, prices, dates of the camps for each age group, and other information.
https://campkannawin.ca/

June 9:  10:00 am

Greeter: John & Joan Davies
Ushers: Opportunity Available - call 403.255.0001
Coffee Host: Janet Remus & Jarrett Hoefling
Shepherd: Darwin Harnick

June 16:  10:00 am

Greeter: Opportunity Available - call 403.255.0001
Ushers: Opportunity Available - call 403.255.0001
Coffee Host: Opportunity Available - call 403.255.0001
Shepherd: Duane Tritter

The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program  - CLICK HERE
GriefShare - CLICK HERE
Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE
St. Andrew's Nursery Information - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
Youth Group 2024 Schedule - CLICK HERE

Earlier in our email we mentioned that Alex Grant served as a Director on the Board of the Presbyterian Building Corporation of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.  For those who don’t know the work of this corporation, the PBC supports congregations who face building or rebuilding issues with low interest loans.  When Marion Barclay’s church in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia  faced a major roof problem, they received a loan from the PCB to be able to move forward with the re-roofing project.

Hello Choral Lovers ~ The Calgary Bach Choir is excited to announce its final concert of the season - Elemental Light -  a co-production with the terrific string group Kensington Sinfonia.  Join us for a concert that celebrates and explores music from the 18th, and 21st centuries inspired by light and sky. The concert includes one of Handel's joyful anthems on Old Testament texts and an evocative contemporary mass by Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo.  There will also be pieces for string orchestra that render the sky by Donovan Seidle and Jessie Montgomery.  Join us as we take you on an unforgettable journey celebrating Elemental Light.  Hope to see you there!

Tickets are available at the door or at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6232329