Rev. Peter will be exploring the meaning of our congregation’s Mission Statement and how that points us towards being a missional congregation.
To prepare for this Sunday's service,
you can read  Jonah 2 and John 13: 31 - 35

During Sunday Worship, here are activity sheets (based on today’s scripture reading) for all ages and stages:
3+   7+   Youth    Adult
Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 Sunday morning 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 a portion of Rev. Tim Dickau's sermon here.

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 * denotes that ALL are invited to participate

Sun, May 8  * Sunday Morning Worship:  10:00 am
                      (Livestreamed & In-person)
Mon, May 9 * Christian Meditation Group: 10:00 am (Zoom)
Mon, May 9  -  Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
Mon, May 9  -  ReVision & Renewal:  6:30 pm (Zoom) 
Mon, May 9  -  Staff Meeting:  10:30 am (Zoom)
Tues, May 10 -  Finance Team:  7:00 pm (Zoom)
Wed, May 11 -  Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
Thu, May 12 *  NO CHOIR PRACTICE tonight
Fri, May 13  -  Personnel Team:  10:00 am (Zoom)
Fri, May 13  -   Youth Group - Trinity Hall:  7:00 pm
Sun, May 15 * Sunday Morning Worship: 10:00 am
                       (Livestreamed & In-person)

Red dresses represent the more than 1000 missing Canadian Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people.  Why red?  An Indigenous friend explained that it is the only colour that spirits can see. It also represents lifeblood, and the gendered and racialized nature of violent crimes against Indigenous women. 
St. Andrew’s and the Mission Team will be acknowledging Red Dress day on May 5th.
How can you help St. Andrew’s mark this day of solidarity?
 - by wearing red (and posting it to social media if you’re tech savvy)
 - by hanging a red dress or red ribbon in your window or yard
- by checking out more details on our Events Page [HERE]
- by making yourself familiar with the Indigenous content we have about this issue on our website under Friendship Circle [Here]

We are SO excited to welcome those in Grade 6 to join us starting this week, Friday May 6th! We meet upstairs at 7pm, and all we ask you to bring is a willingness to have meaningful discussions and a fun spirit as we enjoy playing a game after our devotion! We cannot wait to see you!  ~ Lauren & Matt

The Mission Team at St. Andrew’s is proud to host the Stardale Women’s Group as they present a screening of their award-winning short film, The Road, followed by a question and answer time with the writers and actors:  

When:   Friday, May 27, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Trinity Hall  

We are planning a Spring Hike for Saturday June 18^th.  We will meet at the Ribbon Creek Day Use parking lot at 10:00am.  The parking area is accessed off the Kananaskis Village turn off.  For anyone with the AllTrails App (a great free app for hiking routes!)  the hike is called  Ribbon Creek, Kovach, and Terrace Loop. The hike is a 5.6 km loop and should be enjoyable for all ages.  Since this is a Spring hike be prepared for wet conditions on the trail (hopefully not though!).  Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leash.

We are excited to have Dr. Geoffrey Simmins joining to offer communion at a rest stop along the trail. For those wishing to unwind after our hike feel free to pack a lunch and meet up in the parking area afterwards. Please RSVP to lucy_aburto@shaw.ca so we have an idea of numbers attending.

This year we will be camping at River Cove Group Campground.  The campsite is located close to Bragg Creek and is very convenient for those wishing to join us just for the day!  Day trippers are invited to bring a picnic lunch and/or dinner and stay for games and a hike. Campers are responsible for their own food and drink.  Cost for each family is $75.00.  Firewood is provided.  All ages and camping experience is welcome!  Please contact Craig Murray at murraycraigjohn@gmail.com to book your spot!

Since the beginning of Covid, Pam has made and donated 200 masks to charity, and has made 26 quilts.  Elizabeth, Audrey and Sheri have made masks and shared them with members of our congregation and others.
These women have taken to heart (and hands) Hebrews 13:16:
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.
If you know of others who have shared their talents, please send an email to office@standrewscalgary.ca so we can include them in our gratitude moments.

The family of Bunty (Elizabeth) MacKenzie, who passed away last week.  There will be a private family service for Bunty this Saturday at St. Andrew’s.
The family of Grace Gardiner Fraser, who passed away May 3.  Grace is the mother of Nancy Wiswell, mother-in-law of Andrew.  A service for Grace will be held at St. Andrew’s next week; details are still being finalized.

Any St. Andrew’s student planning on attending his or her first full-time year of post secondary education in the fall of 2022 is eligible to apply for the $1,000 St. Andrew’s Youth Scholarship.  Application forms may be requested from Rhonda Wishart, Convenor of the Faith Formation Team which administers the scholarship (Rhonda.wishart@icloud.com.)
The application deadline is June 17, 2022.

Please send them to OFFICE@STANDREWSCALGARY.CA

Practice empathy. Empathy is “ the capacity we share as human beings to step into each other’s shoes. To understand where they’re coming from and what they’re feeling. To listen hard and refuse to judge. It’s also one way to reduce and resolve conflict. #GetReal about how to help. Before you weigh in, tune in.”

Elizabeth Fast, soprano - with Evan Mounce, piano
Performing works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Webern, C.
Schumann, Nielsen, Poulenc and J. Strauss II 

Take a look at what Hospice Calgary is offering those who are in the process of losing a loved one.  There are ways for us to support this important service too.