To prepare for this week’s service, you can read  Genesis 45: 3-11; Romans 8:28, 35, 37-39 
During Sunday Worship, here are activity sheets for all ages & stages:
3+   7+   Youth    Adult
Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 Sunday morning to hear how ‘all things worked for good’. (no need to register); or use the link below which will be updated Sunday morning by 9:30 am to take you to our live streamed service.

Listen to this portion of Dr. Tim's sermon here

If you get a commercial, close and then re-click the link.

 * denotes that ALL are invited to participate

Sun, Feb 20 * Bible Buddies:  9:00 am (Zoom)
Sun, Feb 20 * Sunday Morning Worship:  10:00 am
(Livestreamed & In-person)
Mon (21) * Christian Meditation Group:  Mondays 10:00 am (Zoom)
Mon (21) - Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
Mon (21) - Mission Team:  7:00 pm (Zoom)
Tue   (22) - Staff Meeting:  10:30 am (Zoom)
Tue   (22) - Worship Team:  7:00 pm (Zoom)
Wed (23) - Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
Fri    (25) -  Youth Group:  7:00 pm - Upper Room
Sat   (26) - Coldest Night of the Year Walk - 4:00 - 6:00 pm
(Haysboro Community Center)
Sun, Feb 27 * Sunday Morning Worship: 10:00 am
(Livestreamed & In-person)

Four years ago next month the elders of St. Andrew’s gave a standing ovation when I offered to say “yes” to a call to come and lead a ministry of renewal here. In the time we have been together we have discerned a new shared common Vision, Mission, and set of Values that are beginning to inspire the trajectory of this ministry. We are working on a strategic plan to pragmatically make this Vision more and more of a visible reality in our congregation and in our city. At the centre of my call has been a desire to grow deeper spiritual roots—to tap into those springs of living waters we find in Jesus that sustain life and enduring vitality; my aim has been to place, above our individual wills, at the centre of our ministry, the seeking of God’s will. I have enjoyed growing greater spiritual leadership among our elders, as well as building a capable and collaborative Staff Team that now brings more of the gifts required for a vital missional ministry. And we’re about 60% of the way in this task of renewal at St. Andrew’s. And I had hoped to be here for the remaining 40%—but the Spirit is saying otherwise. On Feb. 8th I informed Session that it is my intention to respond to a new call that is being extended to me by Oakridge Church in the Presbytery of London, Ontario. Pending presbytery approval, I will complete my work at St. Andrew’s at the end of February. And after a two-month period of Session-endorsed health renewal, I will begin at Oakridge on May 1st. I am really excited about this new call.I know that such news may be a source of shock, frustration, anger, pain —but please know that I would not have come to this discernment without the support of my family—especially my wife, Joyce—as well as a significant amount of prayer, and spiritual guidance from others. We have enjoyed Calgary and our neighbourhood of Evergreen. We have found such joy in the spectacular beauty of Alberta’s mountains. In leaving, Joyce is sacrificing a job she loves and friends she deeply cherishes. And we remain grateful for the kindness and friendship we have experienced among you.

      
In grace and peace, 
Dr. Tim

As is our custom, we will be providing an opportunity for our faith family to contribute to a ‘purse’ (gift of money) that will be presented to Tim on behalf of the congregation.  These gifts of the heart are not tax receiptable.  If you would like to contribute, you can:
- Bring your money to the church (ring the bell at the back door please) - anytime between 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday
- Contact Dolly in the church office (403-255-0001) to make arrangements for an e-transfer
- Place an envelope in the offering plates with “GIFT FOR TIM” on the envelope

Join our St. Andrew’s family on Saturday, February 26, 2022, to walk and raise funds for Calgary Downtown – HomeSpace Society (KAIROS Calgary and Feed the Hungry) through the Coldest Night of the Year event. 

Here is the map of where we plan to walk: St. Andrew's Coldest Night Trek Map

Details on how to join us are here on: Our Event Page

You will find our team – the St. Andrew’s Striders - on the CNOY leader board when you click on the button below. Currently we’re near the bottom, but we won’t stay there for long!   To spice things up, Westminster Presbyterian Church has challenged us in a friendly competition for both our fundraising efforts and for numbers of participants.   If that’s not enough incentive, adults who raise $150 or more and youth (18 years and under) who raise $75 or more will receive a CNOY toque. 

On Saturday March 5th we plan to meet at 10:00 am in Kananaskis for a morning of XC skiing and fellowship.  We plan to ski a Beginner/ Green route, so all ages and skill levels are welcome.  The planned route is from Kananaskis Country Golf Course to Wedge Pond and back.  (** Depending on weather we may have to change the location **)  Dr. Geoffrey will lead us in a mid-ski communion.  If you don’t own your own XC skis, they are available for rent at Outlaws Sports, the University of Calgary and Kananaskis Village.  We will follow all government protocols for outdoor gatherings. 
Please RSVP to lucy.aburto@deluma.com by Feb 26^th if you plan to attend so we can communicate exact parking lot location to participants.

We hope that you enjoyed our 2022 online celebration of Love and Light featuring the St. Andrew’s choir and guest soloist Dallas Hayes Sparks.  THANK YOU so much for your support of this Ministry and Mission Fundraising Event. The Love and Light Jazz Vespers Service will continue to be available at the following link:

Love and Light YouTube Presentation.

You can still make your donation by free-will offering as you are able.  Charitable tax receipts will be issued.  Please visit our Event Page at the following link to find our how.

Based on a true Calgary news story, The Bench is a family-friendly puppet show highlighting actions in our very own neighbourhood. Juanita Dawn has graciously given St. Andrew’s permission to “air” this pre-recorded/pre-pandemic performance of The Bench to raise funds for the Coldest Night of the Year. Please enjoy the performance, and sign up to walk and/or donate to the St. Andrew’s Striders in support of Coldest Night of the Year by going to our Event Page HERE. The puppet show soon will be available at the bottom of the "Coldest Night" Event Page on our website through to Friday, February 22.  Thank you to Long Grass Studios and puppeteers Juanita Dawn and Monica Ila for this opportunity.  NOTE TO PARENTS:  At around the 15:57 minute mark, there is a short scene with smoking should this be of concern to you and you wish to “fast forward” through it. 

Our "Coldest Night" Event Page

SORRY BUT THE MEETING ORIGINALLY PLANNED FOR FEB 23 NEEDS TO BE RESCHEDULED. Please watch for a new time to welcome back Ernie Poundmaker, Wallace Alexson and Perry Agicotay.