Let us give praise and honour to our Lord as we head into Transfiguration Sunday. 

This week our passage for reflection is: 

“Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.” And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Do not tell anyone about this vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.” – Matthew 17:1-13 

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

St Giles and Knox Amalgamation Update: Thank you to all who participated in the joint worship service. Please continue to pray and discern for the elders in both churches as they proceed with the creation of a plan for amalgamation to present to both congregations and the Presbytery of Calgary- Macleod. 

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. More details will follow after the conversations in February.

St. Giles Orchestra and Labyrinth Cafe: Thank you to all who attended these wonderful events! 

Bible Study on “Unity”: Mondays at 7:00 pm, Feb 16- Mar 30.

You are invited to attend a study with Rev. Chandra on the topic of unity. This study is open to friends from other traditions, as select passages from scripture will be chosen. 

Lent at St Giles: Wednesdays at 11:30 am, Feb 18- Apr 1. Lent begins 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”.

Please visit our websites for more information: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary

Have a blessed week!

This is the fourth Sunday after epiphany, and we have been asked by the Lord to seek justice in our everyday lives. 

This week, our passage for reflection is: “Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.” Matthew 5:12

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

Bible Studies: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM

We invite you to gather after the service and learn more about how the hymns and scriptures can inspire your daily life. Denis Mascardelli has resumed his teaching ministry and would gladly have you listen to his teaching with the Gospel of Matthew. 

St. Giles Orchestra:

Come join us for a Cinematic orchestra experience, performed by the St. Giles orchestra. Tickets are on sale through Eventbrite, or directly from the St. Giles treasurer via e-transfer payments. Volunteers would be greatly appreciated for this event.

St. Giles and Knox Church: You are invited for a Joint worship at St. Giles on February 8^th as an opportunity to get to know each other better. This will be an excellent opportunity to pray and worship together.

Sunday School Parents : Please fill out a registration form today for your children, if you haven’t done so already. Thank you! 

Session Elder Changes : Dennis Daly will be transitioning away from active service at the court of session in early 2026. Joy Augustin will be transitioning back into active service at the court of session in early 2026. We invite you to thank both elders who continue to serve in various ways in the Christian leadership and stewardship. 

Labyrinth Cafe: Friday February 13th at 10:30 AM

Come join us for a morning filled with music, as we sing Hymns of God’s love and share a morning of fellowship. 

Please visit our websites for more information: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary

Have a blessed week!

Welcome to February! It seems that this month is often filled with reminders that time moves so quickly. In the times and seasons of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, and the global Christian Church, we mark our time annually through events in Christ’s life.

February begins with the conclusion of the season of epiphany, which is a time of light and joy.  We celebrate the light of God who incarnated as a baby, and watch as the child grows into a man.

As February continues, we remember the transfiguration of Christ on February 15, and then transition into the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday. This year we will mark that progression with the imposition of ashes on February 18. And we will continue the tradition established last year by gathering as a community every Wednesday in Lent over the lunch hour to pray together in repentance and silence as one body in Christ.

During Lent, we will also walk in memory towards the cross with Christ knowing that from dust we came, and to dust we will return, while simultaneously remembering the glorious blessing of our inheritance of the kingdom of God as children of God.  Lent is a season for reflection.

February will see Bible studies continue, the winter orchestra performance, and various activities and events to bring us together on our walk with Christ. The Session elders continue to work with Knox on the amalgamation plan, and a shared service is planned for February 8 at St Giles. Discernment will continue with the Presbytery of Calgary-Macleod regarding the future of shared ministry with CKPC.   And there are a number of requests from the wider community to share our space that are being considered by the session of St Giles.  It is a time ripe for the wisdom of the Spirit as we pray for clarity and unity in all endeavours.

Please continue to pray as the body of the church, and faithfully follow the path of Christ for a united church. Please reach out to me directly at any time for support, with questions,or to share thoughts on your heart. Please continue to pray and discern and act upon your personal calling.  And may “the favour of the Lord our God rest upon us, and establish for us the work of our hands.” (Psalm 90:17)

Blessings,

Rev. Chandra Mannix