Pentecost 3
This Week at St. Andrew’s:
June 23—July 13: Christine out of office
Curious about upcoming bible readings? The lectionary is always available here: https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu//
Announcements
Summer Holidays
Christine is away on holidays and leading Christian Education until July 13. For pastoral care, please contact Susan Chivers, 403-247-4011. The Rev. Tara Livingston is also available for emergencies (403-444-9601).
Out on the Town
Thank you Jennifer Peters for organizing a successful Out on the Town dinner at Briggs Kitchen & Bar on Tenth Avenue SW on June 25th. The menu was varied and interesting. Our group of fourteen enjoyed our meal and evening together in a relaxed, casual environment. Our next dinner will be in September.
Worship Planning Team
The Worship Planning Team met last Wednesday to begin work on visioning (big picture) and planning (details) for our life as a worshipping community. The next meeting will be late July (date TBD) and all are welcome anytime.
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!
Spring Concert Series
We ended our concert series this year in grand style, with guests from 2 senior care centres joining us and filling our pews. Thanks to Claire for booking the musicians and to everyone for promoting and attending the weekly concerts!
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. July 7-13 will feature the Rev. Christine and the Rev. Anna Greenwood-Lee! We look forward to welcoming you to the Centre! Also on the website are employment opportunities for Summer Youth Staff for 15-20 people.
Altar Flowers
We have a few dates open for altar flowers in the coming months. If you are interested in making a flower dedication for the bulletin for any of the following dates, please contact Aline Greaves (403-286-0792 or agreaves@shaw.ca). June 23.
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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 Jeanne & Pat Mosca and Pat & Tihamer Kover in memory of loved ones.
Shared prayers today:
~ The Most Rev. Greg Kerr-Wilson, Archbishop, Diocese of Calgary & Metropolitan of Rupert’s Land
~ The Most Rev. Fred Hiltz, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada
~ The Most Rev. Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury}
~ The Right Rev. Leopold Friday, Bishop of our Companion Diocese
~ In Our Diocese: St. Luke, Red Deer – The Ven. Noel Wygiera; Refugee Committee
~ The Companion Diocese the Windward Islands: St. George with St. Vincent, St. Peter, St. Luke and St. Alban on Grenada—The Ven. Michael Marshall; St. Patrick with St. Mary and St. Francis on Grenada
~In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer: united Church of Pakistan—The Most Revd Humphrey Peters, Bishop of Peshawar & Moderator of the Church of Pakistan
~ In our parish: Alem, Tigisti, Thomas, Niomi & Lelianna Fre; Yvonne Fredrick; Paul, Sharlene, Erik & Jack Fritz
~ Prayers for the Facilities maintenance – Dick Ridley, Paul Mosca
Worship Leaders
8:00 a.m.
Celebrant/Preacher – The Rev. Lloyd Northcott
Liturgical Assistant – Ruth Mauel
Prayer Leader/Administrant – Jeanne Mosca
10:30 a.m
Celebrant/Preacher – he Rev. Lloyd Northcott
Liturgical Assistant – Rosemary Christmas
Server – Peter Tan
Prayer Leader – Linda Kamhuka
Reader – Tris Chivers
Administrant – Susan Chivers
Greeter – Aline Greaves
Altar Guild – Rosemary Christmas
Sidesperson – Aline Greaves, Helen Perry
Music Director – Claire Butler
A new list is on the counter in the kitchen for upcoming weeks, please do consider being a host.
Upcoming Services
Sunday, July 7th– Pentecost 4
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, BAS
Sunday, July 14th– Pentecost 5
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Sunday, July 21st– Pentecost 6
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
