The image of a body with many parts makes us ponder, where are we in the body?  What binds us?  What is our purpose?  How do we know?  Does it matter? 

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Worship, Church School and Special Studies/Events: Jan 29 - Feb 2
PLUS LINKS to our Team/Group Meetings and Monthly Calendar!

Each week when our children go down to their church school classes, do you ever wonder what they are learning ~ and doing? 
Well, here is just ONE example of how creative and committed ALL of our leaders and teachers are!!   Last week’s creative effort for the children was under Mathilde’s leadership. 
They built the Tabernacle ~ complete with the Ark of the Covenant!!   This is the final result, but CLICK BELOW to see the steps along the way… and to read an explanation of what the Tabernacle and Ark of the Covenant were to the Israelite people!!
~ Deb

Please RSVP to laurenrosecole4@gmail.com   Newcomers to St. Andrew’s, care connectors, and elders are encouraged to attend and get to know each other!

Is it YOU????   On February 23, we all have an opportunity to get to know some people we may only see sitting across the aisle from us in the pew.  If you would like to participate as either a HOST (providing a meal for up to 4 people in your home), or to be a GUEST (responsible for taking a dessert to your assigned host) ~ this is the event for you!!

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 / 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.

If you are interested in offering the Land Acknowledgement Sunday mornings, please add your name at the sign up table in the Foyer. You will then be contacted with the process and schedule.  
~ Lauren Nolette

Jan 26th: 10:00 am
Greeter: Deanne Barrett
Ushers: Janet Remus & Jarrett Hoefling
Coffee Hosts: Opportunity Available
Shepherd: Shawn Pepper
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Desiree Henrichsen

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

We should all be aware that people have different levels of sensitivity regarding physical closeness. Some welcome hugs and handshakes; others prefer a fist-bump or a wave or a Namaste.  Watch others. They will help you know how close is too close for comfort.
If you feel unwell, and can’t attend worship in person, please join us online. We are all connected. Let’s care for one another.  
~  Rev. Geoffrey

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)