Pentecost 6
This Week at St. Andrew’s:
Sun. July 21: FoodBank Sunday
Fri. July 26: Outside rental, 7-9 pm
Curious about upcoming bible readings? The lectionary is always available here: https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu//
Announcements
Calgary Alliance for the Common Good action:
The Calgary’s City Council has put forward budget cuts of $60 million dollars ($144 million annually). This could have a profound impact on the issues we have prioritized as an Alliance over our history – addressing poverty, supporting seniors, care for the environment, social isolation and mental health. As an Alliance, we are standing behind the City Council’s priority of having these cuts “doing least harm” to those who are already vulnerable and supporting the #KeepCalgaryStrong campaign.
We invite you to join us at City council on July 22nd starting at 9:30 am. When you arrive look for others wearing a #KeepCalgaryStrong Button.We also invite you to write/email your councillors. A sample letter can be found at – https://www.calgarycommongood.org/_keepcalgarystrong
Or visit www.keepcalgarystrong.ca
Education for Ministry
2019/2020 Registration is now open
Education for Ministry is a program of theological education for lay people. There are four years of study, but participants commit for one year at a time, meeting in small groups with a trained mentor. The program combines academic study with components to help participants take what they learn about Scripture, church history, theology and ethics into their own lives and hearts, supporting them to live out a vibrant baptismal ministry in the church and in the world.
For more information, please contact ctubman@shaw.ca
Finance Update
As of the end of May, our year-to-date deficit of $15,527 is higher than budgeted, though close to what we experienced last year. As we approach summer holiday time, please remember St. Andrew’s operations continue and so your continued support is needed and appreciated. Thanks.
Baby Food Blitz Outcome
Thank You to everyone who donated to the Blitz this year. 130 pounds of baby food was delivered to the Calgary Interfaith Food Bank. Your generosity is truly appreciated. Blessings to All. Carole T.
SALT – Community Conversations
Thanks to all who have joined in conversation so far this year. We are considering next steps, so stay tuned!
Downstairs Bulletin Boards…
Could use some love and attention. Are you the one called to take this on? Speak to Christine.
Sorrento Centre Summer Programs:
Now is the time to start planning your summer visit to Sorrento in the beautiful Shuswap. Go to https://www.sorrentocentre.ca/5-weeks-of-summer to visit the website and review summer offerings. There’s still time to plan a visit!
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Wisdom Centre—Events
Brian McLaren: The Great Spiritual Migration
Friday, November 1, 2019 – Sunday, November 3, 2019 7:30 pm – 3:30 pm—Save the Date!
The Wisdom Centre and Hillhurst United are excited to be welcoming Brian McLaren to Calgary November 1- 3, 2019. His time in Calgary will include a Friday evening public lecture, a Saturday workshop and Sunday preaching. Stay tuned for more information. We expect to start registration in June 2019.
There will also be a ‘pre-event’ at Hillhurst United on Friday, November 1 during the day. In preparation for this event, we will be hosting an evening study on Wednesdays, October 9, 16 and 23 from 7-9 pm at St. Laurence Anglican Church. To buy tickets go to https://wisdomcentre.ca/events/brian-mclaren-the-great-spiritual-migration/
Disruptive Faith – Hillhurst United Church
Forging Brave & Inclusive Communities in Divided Times
Friday, July 26 | 4 pm – 9 pm
Saturday, July 27 | 9 am – 9 pm
Sunday, July 28| 10 am – 2:30 pm
COST: Saturday Only: $145
Entire Conference: $175
This summer from July 26 to 28, Hillhurst United Church, in partnership with Affirming Connections and St. Andrew’s Regional Ministries, will be hosting the annual Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble Conference.
If you or your congregation are new to the affirming journey or are looking for new ways to engage and expand your faith and social justice work, this conference is for you! Our time together will include thematic speakers, worship, workshops, lots of conversation, children and youth programming, entertainment, fellowship, meals, and AUSE’s annual general meeting – so that you too can have your say in this growing LGBTQ2IA+ affirming movement! For further details and to register: hillhurstunited.com/tickets
Parking!!
Foothills Village Condo Board has voted to allow us to park in their VISITOR parking on Sunday mornings until 1pm. They have also reopened the fence from their property to our alley! A big thanks to Patrick Carmichael, President of the Board for being such a good friend to St. Andrew’s! If you do receive a ticket, please let Christine know, so we can work out any kinks in the system.
Driver(s) Wanted! We have a few parishioners living at Chartwell Colonel Belcher who need a ride to come to church. It is only a 5 minute drive from church and you need space for a walker. Please let Christine know if you are willing to help fill this pastoral need.
Ministries at St. Andrew’s
See our new display in the narthex highlighting our weekly worship ministries. Feel free to contact the specific coordinator for more information and to get involved. The sign-up lists for reading & administering have moved below the ministry descriptions, along with a full roster.
Did you know?
*Our roof is fixed! You may not have known that last winter we experienced some leaking due to heavy snow and ice damming above the office. The issue has been addressed and we’re ready for winter!
*Our budget is 63% for Personnel (Priest, Choir Director & Office Administrator); 11% for the building (utilities, maintenance) and 26% everything else. Talk to a member of Parish Council for more details!
Did You Know? Our little library is now registered on the world map of Little Free Libraries! Check it out at https://littlefreelibrary.org/ourmap/
Communion Bread
Would you like to make bread to use for communion? Just let Christine know. You can use any recipe you like, though please try to avoid anything too ‘crumbly.’ See the adult education section of the website for one simple recipe!
Wisdom Centre Information click here.
Diocese of Calgary Information Newsletter click here.
Anglican Church of Canada – News from General Synod November 2018
This Sunday at St. Andrew’s
Altar Flowers – today are offered to the Glory of God by Mary Ellen & Gordon Wells in memory of loved ones.
Shared prayers today:
~ The Most Rev. Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury
~ The Most Rev. Linda Nicholls, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada
~ The Most Rev. Greg Kerr-Wilson, Archbishop, Diocese of Calgary & Metropolitan of Rupert’s Land
~ The Right Rev. Leopold Friday, Bishop of our Companion Diocese
~ In Our Diocese: St. George-in-the-Pines, Banff – The Rev. Howard Thornton, The Rev. Deacon Sean Krausert, The Rev. Canon Dr. Richard LeSueur (Hon.); Anglican Fellowship of Prayer
~ The Companion Diocese the Windward Islands: St. James, Layou with St. Mary, Buccament on St. Vincent – The Rev. Junior Ballantyne
~In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer: The Episcopal Church in the Philippines – The Most Revd Joel Atiwag Pachao, Prime Bishop of the Philippines
~ In our parish: Micah, Koen, Kerowyn & Elora Hall; John, Kara & Elise Hallett; Michael & Annette Hallworth; congratulations to Philip and Nancy who were married yesterday—May God grant you all of life’s blessings and love’s joys!
~ Prayers for the Delegates to Synod – Philip Zachariah, Jennifer Peters
Worship Leaders
8:00 a.m.
Celebrant/Preacher – The Rev. Christine Conkin
Liturgical Assistant – Pat Kover
Prayer Leader/Administrant – Ruth Mauel
10:30 a.m
Celebrant/Preacher – The Rev. Christine Conkin
Liturgical Assistant – Rosemary Christmas
Server – Peter Tan
Prayer Leader – Susan Chivers
Reader – Linda Kamhuka
Administrant – tbd
Greeter – Aline Greaves
Altar Guild – Rosemary Christmas
Sidesperson – John MacKinnon
Music Director – Claire Butler
Thanks to Yvonne Fredrick , our host today for coffee time. A new list is on the counter in the kitchen for upcoming weeks, please do consider being a host.
Upcoming Services
Sunday, July 28th– Pentecost 7
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, BAS
Sunday, August 4th– Pentecost 8
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Sunday, August 11th– Pentecost 9
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
