Geoffrey and Peter commence a series on times and places where we can catch glimpses of God. This week: WHERE do you glimpse God? We will use the parables of the pearl merchant and the treasure hidden in a field as guiding points-of-view that can help us see God in sacred spaces and places. To prepare for this week, you can read
Matthew 13: 44 - 46 and John 16: 12 - 15

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.

 * denotes that ALL are invited to participate

Sun   (5)  * Sunday Morning Worship:  10:00 am
                       (Livestreamed & In-person)
Mon (6) * Christian Meditation Group:  10:00 am (Zoom)
Mon (6)  -  Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
 Mon (6) - Faith Formation: 7:00 pm (Zoom)
Tue   (7)  - Staff Meeting:  10:30 am (Zoom)
Tue   (7) -  Finance Team:  7:00 pm (Zoom) 
Wed (8)  - Side By Side:  3:30 pm (Zoom)
Wed (8)  - Gratitude & Generosity:  7:00 pm (Zoom)
Thu   (9) * Choir:  7:00 pm (Trinity Hall)
Fri (10)  –  NO YOUTH Group this week
Sun  (12) * Sunday Morning Worship: 10:00 am
                        (Livestreamed & In-person)

So here is a ‘Just Do it’ list:

Fix:         spray and remove weeds / remove garbage / fix or make some benches / fix holes in pavement
Paint:          Hop Scotch, Copy Me, Four Square and other sidewalk games / Path for bike/scooter/skateboard/roller blades to travel through Basketball court /  Labyrinth / What else?
Invite:        Haysboro and Kingsland residents to play!
Want to ‘Just Do It’, but can’t? - then please “Donate” - to pay for round-up, paint, and refreshments

To join the “Just Do It’ Crew e-mail Fiona -  swankinson@gmail.com
Let’s get a group out there— pulling weeds and tidying up
Saturday, June 4th - 10am-noon

With the school year wrapping up soon we have a final official event on June 10! Details to come hopefully by Sunday, but if not, stay tuned and we will let you know! Have a fantastic weekend! ~ Lauren & Matt

Like the rest of our denomination, St. Andrew’s has been reflecting on LGBTQI+ for many years. This winter we held the well attended “Sexuality and Faith Explored” (SAFE) workshops.  A survey of congregants informed us that 89% of respondents were in “support of the ordination of LGBTQI ministers and ruling elders.” Consequently, our SAFE Team has brought forward to Session a series of motions that (if adopted) will state our congregation’s alignment with the new direction of our denomination. These recommendations are not yet adopted by Session. The Session wants to bring them to your attention to create another opportunity for dialogue with you on this topic. 

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.

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!

The youth are truly a wonderful committed group, and they have demonstrated that again at the Sundae Funday on May 29th, 2022. Calysta, Tristan, Lilwen and Douglas showed up with a big smile and a whole bunch of energy, and provided a ton of fun for the children at the Sundae Funday while their parents attended the workshop. They are a team who step up and give from their hearts! We are truly honoured to have them share their gifts at St Andrew’s! A huge shout out to Tristan, Calysta, Douglas and Lilwen!  
Thank you from a grateful and thankful Faith Formation Team!

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.

May 30, 2022
 
Good Morning - I would like to thank you for having us out this past Friday evening. The engagement through conversation was what we hoped for, and that took place.  Everyone on my end was feeling satisfied that there was knowledge exchange.  Also, as promised I am sending along the poster for June 21, the celebration of national Indigenous days. Please share far and wide with your connections.  It is a lovely production!

Take care and enjoy your day,
Helen McPhaden, Executive Director
Stardale Women’s Group Inc.
stardale@gmail.com

One interest that is getting some attention at Claire House right now is gardening.  A veggie garden is already in the works and could use some help; flower and shrub gardens to beautify the front entrance are an on-going possibility.  If you want to help out at Claire, located in our neighbourhood, a short trek from St Andrew's at 7375 - 4A St SW, just come along for coffee at 10 am Thursdays.  Be prepared to meet some of the Claire residents and for the possibility of helping with gardening.  For more information, feel free to call Bill Judd at 403-278-5904.