Is there a difference between a talent and spiritual gift?  This week we ordain Lorna Andronikou, Deanne Barrett, and David Townsend and admit Bill Judd (already ordained) to the session (what we call the leadership team) of St. Andrew’s.  Come and experience the gifting of the Spirit on those that have been elected. 
You too, may receive a spiritual gift.

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Worship, Church School and Special Studies/Events: Jan 19 - 26
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

Thanks once again to our Facilities Team for their efforts in helping St. Andrew’s ‘shine’ ~ as they set up, and now took down, our Angels on the lawn that helped us celebrate the Christmas season with those in our neighbourhood.  To those of us who drive by, our angels ‘just appear’, but although it may seem like magic, we know the Facilities Team worked hard to put them up - and take them down. 
We are grateful.
~ Deb

This is geared towards our newer families and people, and we're also inviting our care connectors and our elders.
Delicious pizza to share
Meet the elders and ministers
A relaxed, friendly atmosphere 
A chance to connect and get to know our St Andrew’s family
When: Sunday January 26 / Time: 11:30 (following the service)
Where: Karl English Lounge
We’d love to get to know you better and share the heart of our community with you.
Please RSVP to laurenrosecole4@gmail.com by Friday January 24

The Ladies Guild, in partnership with Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids (BB4CK), sponsors a Community Group which meets each Wednesday morning at 9:00 am in the main kitchen. The group prepares and delivers lunches for elementary & junior high students who are at risk of food insecurity, and follows the Catholic School District calendar.
There are opportunities for people in our congregation to join our group - and you don’t have to be a member of the Guild to do so!  This group meets Wednesdays, 9:00 am to 10:30 AM, each school week.
For more information please contact Sylvia Shaw at Sylvia.shaw@shaw.ca.

Our Men’s group is spearheading a clothing drive for the Aboriginal Friendship Centre for the period Feb 1 - March 1. Here is a list of items that are in need - have a look in your closet and see if you have items that you are ready to donate to someone in need:
Blankets, touques, mitts/gloves, shirts/sweaters, socks, coats, pants, sleeping bags, backpacks, new underwear 
Starting Sunday, February 2 there will be boxes in the Foyer and KEL where you can place your donations.
The Men’s Group and the AFC thank everyone in advance for their participation.  ~  Terry Basaraba

Hello St. Andrews! Eaten too many goodies over Christmas and feeling like you need some exercise? We have the solution – join members of the Wellness team for a weekly mall walk. Starting Tuesday February 4, 2025 – Tuesday March 25 at 9.30 am South Centre Mall.
Meet inside beside Starbucks at the East Mall entrance (across parking lot from Safeway). Walk at your own pace and then join the group for a coffee and chat afterwards.
For further information and to register, please contact Alice Williams - 403-281-4247 or alicemwilliams@shaw.ca

Claire House is looking for anyone who would be interested in working with some of the residents at Claire House on a knitting program. Nothing has been organized as yet, but it is hoped that a group could be formed. Please contact Pat Tritter if you feel you could help (duanepat@icloud.com or 403-271-6876).  Thank you! 
~ Pat Tritter

Please contact the office (403.255.0001 or office@standrewscalgary.ca) or Rev. Laurie if you are interested.  Depending on people's availability, an inquiry class will be offered in February or March.

Jan 19th: 10:00 am
Greeters: Pat & Clarence Lomheim
Ushers: Karen McLeod & Merle Crawford
Coffee Hosts: Linda Johnson
Shepherd: Shawn Pepper
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Brian Hawco

Brown Bagging 4 Calgary's Kids  - CLICK HERE
The EDGE After School Youth Drop In Program  - CLICK HERE
Growing Generous Life Brochure - CLICK HERE
Sunday Morning Bible Study - CLICK HERE
Youth Group 2025 Schedule - CLICK HERE

Assuming responsibility for the care of another person is one of the most common characteristics of the sandwich generation. If you care for someone in your family (“care” meaning everything from helping with physical care to helping with financial decisions and/or property, to emotional support), or if you know of a friend in the same boat, an upcoming seminar at the church is tailor-made for you. St. Andrew’s will be hosting a Caregivers Seminar, presented by Caregivers Alberta. The speaker is Karen Cuthbertson, MSc, Manager, Support Services.

The focus will be:
1. What is a caregiver and why does it matter
2. Signs of stress and burnout
3. Self-care/self-compassion
4. Spiritual well-being
5. Finding resources

Please register by Jan 30
and please let us know if you plan to stay for lunch:
Sign up in the Foyer, call  403-255-0001, or email office@standrewscalgary.ca (email)

The stickers and matching buttons are part of our effort to publicly, intentionally, and explicitly welcome LGBTIQ2S+ persons to full participation in the life of our community.

Did you know that February 1-9 is ‘United Nations World Interfaith Harmony Week?’  There are MANY opportunities to join in on varied activities and events being planned right here in Calgary, some in-person and some online:  Drumming, music, children’s choir, prayers and scripture from world religions, Interfaith potluck, Interfaith engagement and reconciliation, Anti-racism through the lens of faith, studying world religions… all this and MORE!