As we enter Holy Week, we are reminded of the love and mercy of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.  He broke bread and drank wine at that last supper knowing He would be betrayed by those whom He loved.  And yet he continued his difficult journey to the cross so that all who believed would have eternal life in His name.  

We will be celebrating Christ’s courage and conviction to do the will of God with communion this Sunday.  For those who cannot attend, there will be another communion on Wednesday at 11:30 AM.  Please RSVP to the office on Monday if you wish to stay for lunch.

Please consider joining a bible study this week, either on Monday at 7 pm or Wednesday at 10:15 am in recognition of the holiness of the week, and in gratitude for Christ’s offering of eternal life.  There are also a number of ‘save-the-dates’ in the bulletin attached.  For proper formatting, please download it for viewing.  

As you walk with Christ towards the cross this week, know you are loved and forgiven.  You are blessed and invited to participate in the work of the Kingdom of God on earth. And you are all the beloved followers of Christ at St. Giles, a community that nurtures a vibrant Christian life; grows in our relationship with God; cares for the community; and dares to follow Christ into the world.  
God bless you all.

This Sunday is the fifth Sunday in Lent.  The scripture readings prepare us to faithfully await Resurrection as we journey in trust and hope together.

Please review the announcements in the attached bulletin.  Please contact your Elder should you have any questions.

As we head into our third Sunday of Lent, our passage for reflection is:  

“A time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth, for the Father is seeking such as these to worship Him.  God is Spirit, and His worship must worship Him in spirit and in truth.”                                  

– John 4:23-24 

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

St Giles and CKPC Shared Ministry Update Effective March 1, CKPC Session has approved a request from the Jr/Sr High worship to return to their building.  Discussions are also underway for a gathering with the Sessions of both churches, the Presbytery of Calgary-Macleod and the Western Han-Ca Presbytery to discern a conclusion to the formal shared ministry agreement.  More details will follow after the formal conversations in March.

Speaker Series: Sunday at 11:15 am in the Park Room: Sung, an assessor elder at St.Giles will be speaking about his participation with Downtown Ministry that provides  food and kindness to those who need it most. 

Bible Study on ‘UNITY’:  Mondays @ 7 pm, Feb 16 – Mar 30: A warm invitation to all who have not yet attended a study with Rev. Chandra, as we intentionally look at the topic of ‘Unity’ with select passages from scripture. Please invite your friends from other Christian traditions to join, as this study is open to the whole body of Christ and curious learners!

Lent at St Giles: Wednesdays at 11:30 am, Feb 18- Apr 1. Lent began with the imposition of ashes on February 18th, and proceeds with a time of reflection and prayer in the sanctuary each week. It will culminate in a time of special communion on the final Wednesday of Lent. All attendees will receive a Lent package titled “Privileged to Pray”.

Labyrinth Cafe: Friday, March 13th at 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in the Narthex: Trish T will provide an informative talk on mission in times past in Pakistan and China. 

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner: Saturday, March 14th at 6:00 Pm in the Lower Hall:  Doors will open at 5:30 PM and dinner starts at 6:00 Pm. Tickets are 25$ for adults and 10$ for children who are 12 and under. Tickets will be available at the Narthex, or by e-transfer to: [email protected] (Please note Irish Stew Dinner and the number of adult/ child tickets in the memo). Wear green! 

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Have a blessed week!

Below please find attached the bulletin: