Pentecost 17
This Week at St. Andrew’s:
Sun. Oct. 6: Outside rental, 1:30 pm
Mon. Oct. 7: Calgary Alliance, 7 pm
Wed. Oct. 8: Outside rental, 7 pm
Thurs. Oct. 10: EfM, 1 pm
Curious about upcoming bible readings? The lectionary is always available here: https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu//
Announcements
Hymn Picking
Claire will be choosing hymns for October this Sunday after the 10:30 am service. Anyone who would like to help is welcome to join her!
Cloth and Connection
While a quilt is typically defined as three layers stitched together, I believe that the result is vastly more than the simple sum of the component materials. There are a myriad of layers of meaning, memory and connection that at first don’t seem visible, but are often transmitted anyway by the visual and tactile experience. Such is the power of cloth. As quilters, weavers, fibre artists and lovers of textile we know this. Imagine opening that experience up to a community to (re)discover together. Join Vancouver textile artist Thomas Roach (www.thomasroach.ca) to hear about his experience leading large textile based community projects and how it has changed his approach to textile artmaking.
Tuesday, October 22, 7:30pm
St. Andrew’s Anglican, 1611 St. Andrew’s Pl. NW (Across 29 St from Foothills Hospital. Feel free to park anywhere on the street, as we have a “parking relaxation”.)
Thomas Roach is a Vancouver based textile artist who recently managed the (in)finite: spiritual conversations in cloth exhibition at Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver. It is in that community that he created the Prayers of the Church Project (2016) and co-led the Common Threads Indigo Quilt Project (2012-4). He is currently engaged in a similar project with the community of St. George’s, Calgary.
Christmas Tea and Bake Sale: Save the Date!
Our tea is to be held on Saturday 16 November.
Watch for a sign up list coming soon on the bulletin board downstairs, for baking for the tea and or the bake sale.
Closer to the event will be time to volunteer for the actual tea, preparations, setting up tables etc Thanks for your support.
Helen Perry, Coordinator
Calgary Alliance for the Common Good
You’re invited! Please join us as we celebrate our Founding Assembly & Campaign Launch. A sign-up list is in the narthex. All are welcome.
Date: October 17, 2019
Musical Program @ 6:40 pm
Formal Program @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Knox United Church – 506 4 St. SW, Calgary
Please register at: www.calgarycommongood.org/founding_assembly
Indoor Plants for the Bazaar
I am potting up plants for the bazaar and have run out of those little plastic pots about 9cm or 4 inches high. If you have any please bring them to church. I could use about 10. Thanks, Helen Perry
The Licensed Lay Ministry Program & The Calgary School for Mission and Ministry Ministries—Diocese of Calgary
Have you been wondering how to use your God-given ministry gifts to lead others in worship in your home Parish?
The Diocese of Calgary is launching a new initiative to strengthen and equip lay leaders like you: the Licensed Lay Ministry Program. There will be three areas of training and licensing: License A: Leading Public Worship in Morning and Evening Prayer License
B: Administering Reserved Sacrament to the Public (and, with permission of the Bishop, at parish services) License
C: Preaching in Public Worship.
For more information go to: http://www.calgary.anglican.ca/ministries/the-licensed-lay-ministry-program
Brentwood Care Services have resumed. These short services comprised of hymns, readings and prayers take place every 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2 pm and are much valued by the attending residents. We are always looking for more volunteers to help with the services. The next service is October 16. If you would like to join our small group, please see Susan Chivers or Vicki Michkofsky.
Finance Update
As of the end of August, our year-to-date deficit of $23,699 is higher than budgeted. We always see a dip through the summer though St. Andrew’s operations continue. Your continued support is needed and appreciated. Thanks.
Downstairs Bulletin Boards…
Could use some love and attention. Are you the one called to take this on? Speak to Christine.
Cursillo Movement Events
Upcoming Men’s and Women’s Cursillo Weekends
The Fall Cursillo Weekend for Men will be held from Thursday, October 24 to Sunday, October 27. The Weekend for Women will be held from Thursday, October 31 to Sunday, November 3. Please consider sponsoring someone to attend, and pray for both teams and candidates. For more information go to cursillo.ab.ca.
Wisdom Centre Events
Brian McLaren: The Great Spiritual Migration
Friday, November 1, 2019 – Sunday, November 3, 2019 7:30 pm – 3:30 pm—Tickets on sale now!
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.
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/
Save the Date: Matthew Fox, January 17-19
Matthew is a spiritual theologian, an Episcopal/Anglican priest and an activist for gender justice and eco-justice. Author of 37 books, he is one of the most important theologians of our time, and it is a real coup that we have persuaded him to come to Calgary. More info on Matthew can be found at https://www.matthewfox.org/matthew-fox.
Accommodation available in Edmonton for students:
Christ Church Anglican Church in Edmonton has recently taken the old rectory and turned it into affordable Christian housing for university students. Rooms will be available in September. To apply or for more information, please contact chelsy.bouwman@gmail.com
Companions of the Bishop Dinner
October 7, 2019
The “Companions of the Bishop” Dinner. This year’s Dinner is at the Ranchmen’s Club in Calgary on October 7, at 7:00 pm. We are pleased to have Dr. Gordon T. Smith, President of Ambrose University, as our Guest Speaker. Please check the diocesan website for further info and to order tickers.
All Saints Retreat Centre, Cochrane
The All Saints Family Centre Society is a registered non-profit society connected to All Saints Anglican Church in Cochrane, providing community outreach. We offer a variety of courses, workshops and retreats, as well as space for rent for courses, speakers and retreat days. For more information or a tour of the facility, please contact Elizabeth Short at (403) 660-5636, or email Karen and Elizabeth at allsaintsretreatcentre@outlook.com.
Grief Support for Loss of a Loved One: Elizabeth Short, Director of En-Courage, will be offering another six-week course. Please contact her at elizabeth@en-courage.ca or call (403) 660-5636 to indicate dates/times you would prefer. When a group is put together, dates/times for the next session will be confirmed. Suggested price of $120 for 6 sessions.
ACW Fall Retreat Day
Saturday, October 19, St. Peter Anglican Church, Okotoks
You are invited to a Women’s Fall Retreat Day, hosted by the Anglican Church Women. The theme will be, “An Eye To See” led by the Rev. Dr. Norman Knowles, in a Visio Divina format using the Saint John’s Bible. Visio Divina shares roots with the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, inviting one to encounter the Divine through images. The Saint John’s Bible invites readers of the Word to “listen…with the ear of your heart” and to “see with the eyes of faith.” Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at St. Peter’s, Okotoks. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, click here or text/call 1 (403) 678-1163.
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 Dave & Carole Thomson in memory of our parents and brother, Bill
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. Cyprian, Brocket; St. Paul & St. Thomas, Cardston; Companions of the Bishop
~ The Companion Diocese the Windward Islands: Cathedral Church of St. George (Parish of St. George & St. Andrew) with Transfiguration, The Ascension and Holy Redeemer – The Very Rev. Samuel Nichols
~In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer: The Church in Wales – The Most Revd John Davies, Archbishop of Wales & Bishop of Swansea & Brecon
~ In our parish: Rob Milnthorp, Lisa Nixon & Madison; Pat & Jeanne Mosca; Terry & Anne Nail
~ Prayers for the Sidespeople—coordinator, John MacKinnon
Worship Leaders
8:00 a.m.
Celebrant/Preacher – The Rev. Christine Conkin
Liturgical Assistant – Pat Kover
Prayer Leader/Administrant – Jeanne Mosca
10:30 a.m
Celebrant/Preacher – The Rev. Christine Conkin
Liturgical Assistant – Rosemary Christmas
Server – Dave Thomson
Prayer Leader – Susan Chivers
Reader – tbd
Administrant – tbd
Greeter – Aline Greaves
Altar Guild – Carole Thomson
Sidesperson – Tris Chivers
Music Director – Claire Butler
Thanks to Dick & Adeline Ridley, our hosts for today. A new list is on the counter in the kitchen for upcoming weeks, please do consider being a host.
Upcoming Services
Sunday, October 13th – Pentecost 18
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, BAS
Sunday, October 20th– Pentecost 19
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, BAS
Sunday, October 27th – Pentecost 20
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion, BCP
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, BAS
