Today we hear three call narratives:  Isaiah, Peter and Paul.  They all feel unworthy, and yet, by God’s grace, they have the courage to say “yes”.  Do you feel unworthy?  Can God use you for a higher purpose?  The answer is “yes”.

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

Unless you are in the building during the week, you may not know just how busy this building is!!  We are grateful for all the work we are able to do, the groups we are able to support, and the many people who come through our doors.
With so much going on, the office staff are SO GRATEFUL to Lynn Judd and her ‘recruits’ who magically change our foyer and Sanctuary surroundings to reflect the many different church ‘seasons’;  to Pat & Duane Tritter, who come in every Wednesday and do ‘odd jobs’, to Flemming Nielsen who comes on Mondays to do ‘odd jobs’, to Sheri Coutts who stops by to see if there are any ‘odd jobs’ after her Brown Bagging 4 Calgary Kids work
~ and YES, there are THAT MANY odd jobs that need doing!!
So, SO many others are here in the building during the week as well ~  doing volunteer work with groups and teams.  Hopefully we’ll be able to highlight them another time. 
But for now… know that you, too, are appreciated!!
I  know people often say - ‘We couldn’t do this without your help.’
WE REALLY COULDN’T!
 ~ Deb

 Most of you are aware that the Guild’s major fundraiser is our Christmas Bazaar held each November.  You’re invited to join our February meeting where we decide how the money raised at the Bazaar will be disbursed. Your input will be welcome.  Please join us for tea at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, February 11 in the Karl English Lounge.
~  Sylvia Shaw

If you like to sing, please consider coming to our Bring a Friend to Choir Night (all are welcome and you can just bring yourself along!) at 7:00 pm on Thursday February 20th. Join members of our choir and get a sense of how we spend our Thursday evenings: participate in a warm-up, sing some hymns, have some treats, and work on an anthem that we will share together on Sunday February 23rd during the Musical Offering. We will have a special guest joining us as well to sing This Little Light of Mine. Hope to see you there!

Join the Rainbow Team for a night of Rainbow Rock Painting and treats on Friday, February 21, 7-8:30pm.  All ages and stages of creativity are encouraged to join us for a fun night together!  Our rocks will be displayed in the front foyer as a sign of welcome to all.  Questions/RSVP to rainbowteam@standrewscalgary.ca

We have several people ready to serve a delicious meal on Sunday, February 23.  Now they just need GUESTS!!!  Consider signing up for GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER!   And you’ll have the fun of knowing the answer to that question, because it’s YOU!!!   YOU are coming to dinner - maybe even with your family!!    Sign-up sheets are in the Foyer just waiting for your names!!  And if you’d rather host, that’s open too!!

Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be held Sunday, March 9 following our morning worship service.  Everyone is encouraged to attend as we celebrate the past year & make plans for the coming year.

The initial meeting of knitters and crocheters at Claire House on Monday went very well.  Thank you to all the ladies who attended the Meet & Greet.  There is still an opportunity for more people to participate in this project.  They are also looking for yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks and wool.  If you are interested in participating or have supplies you would like to donate, please contact Pat Tritter at duanepat@icloud.com or call 403-271-6876.
 ~ Pat

Our Clothing Drive is well under way!!  The Men’s group (who are sponsoring this initiative) has already done a delivery downtown to make room for more of your donations!   Just a reminder that we ALL get cold - so the AFC is looking for both men AND women’s clothing!  Have a look in your closet and see if you have items that you are ready to donate to someone in need.  Terry can’t be the ONLY one who has pants he’s only worn once!!!!  The following is a reminder of the list of items that are needed:

• Blankets, touques, mitts/gloves, shirts/sweaters, socks, coats, pants, sleeping bags, backpacks, new underwear 

There are 2 boxes - one in the Foyer, and one in the Lounge where you can place your donations.  Thank you for your continued support!!
~ Deb

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

Feb 9th: 10:00 am
Greeter: Peter Gatdet
Ushers: Karen McLeod and Opportunity Available
Coffee Hosts: Men’s Group
Shepherd: Alfred MacRae
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Brian Hawco

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

February / March ConnXions - CLICK HERE

When the weather outside turns frightful, we can still find delightful routines to remain active. Try googling “Mall walking, Calgary” and you will come up with dozens of videos that will walk you through, step by step, most of Calgary’s malls. Many malls are happy to see early-morning walkers, recognizing that window-shoppers often will stay and do some real shopping—or maybe just have coffee or a snack. St. Andrew’s just started the ‘Mall Mavericks’ group. For further information and to register, please contact Alice Williams at 403-281-4247 or alicemwilliams@shaw.ca
If mall-walking isn’t your thing, perhaps Heritage Seniors is something you would like to try. They offer exercise programs, guest speakers and catered lunches. For a current schedule of activities, click here
Or how about aquacise? Calgary offers dozens of classes all over the city. Check them out here.
  ~  Rev. Geoffrey

Witness the powerful one-hour documentary film "Return to the Falls," exploring the legacy of Residential Schools and the journey towards reconciliation.  Special Guests Elder Betty Ross, Residential School Survivor and respected community leader, will share her story and insights in a panel discussion/Q&A ~ along with the film maker.
You won't be alone.  Rev. Laurie is going.  See you there or make a plan to carpool from the church.  Talk to Rev. Laurie if you are interested.

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)