Good morning!
Palm Sunday reminds us of the day Jesus entered Jerusalem, welcomed with joy and praise by the people. It marks the beginning of Holy Week, showing us how love and humility lead the way. As we wave our palms in spirit, may we open our hearts to follow Jesus with faith and gratitude.
On Maundy Thursday, April 17 at 11:30 AM, we will gather for a special Communion service to commemorate the Last Supper — the sacred moment when Jesus shared bread and wine with His disciples before His crucifixion.
Then, on Good Friday, April 18 at 10:00 AM, we will come together in solemn reflection to remember the suffering and sacrificial love of Christ, who gave His life for our redemption. Everyone is welcome!
Lectionary Study: Starting April 23 at 10:15, please join us as we take part in a Lectionary Study. The Lectionary is a list of Scripture readings for every Sunday based on a three-year cycle of readings that is often used by ministers to guide worship. The readings can be found on the PCC website, Worship – Weekly Lectionary Readings. Link: Worship – The Presbyterian Church in Canada
Saturday May 3rd at 3 PM: Join us in the St. Giles parking lot for our annual Walk for Housing in support of Home Space Society. All funds raised go to purchasing, renovating and securing accessible affordable housing units for families, seniors and individuals living in extreme housing need. There are many ways you can support this project. Join as a walker/fundraiser, donate in support of a walker/fundraiser, attend the get together following the walk. To join or support the St. Giles Team go to Home Space Society’s website and click on Walk for Housing, or use this direct link to our team. https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/team/st-giles-team.You can also donate by e-transfer through [email protected] Please provide your name, mailingaddress and indicate “Walk for Housing” in the comment box. All donations $25.00 and over will receive a tax receipt. For any questions, please ask Susan C. or Cathy B.
Easter Tulips: We are ordering Tulip bouquets to decorate the sanctuary on Easter Sunday. If you are interested in purchasing a bunch, please fill out a form and drop it by the office or place it in the offering plate with cash or cheque or e-transfer to [email protected] by Friday, April 18, 2025. The cost is $15.
Cultivating Hope – Food, Justice and the Life of Faith at Grace Presbyterian Church: Please join on April 25-27 for a weekend of powerful learning and meaningful action with Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School). Discover how faith, food, and hope come together to heal our lives and the world around us. Please register here.
Post for Secretary at Presbytery Macleod: Presbytery Macleod is looking for a secretary who can work five to ten hours per month on a part-time basis. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact [email protected].
Covenant with Mortgage Connection: St. Giles has entered into a covenant with a new neighbour, Mortgage Connection, for them to use the parking spots along the 10th Street side of the lot between 8AM and 5PM, Monday to Friday. Mortgage Connection will graciously be making a monthly donation to St. Giles for this usage. Please respect this arrangement and, during this timeframe, park elsewhere on the lot.
AFTERNOON SERVICES: For those who are unable to attend morning services, there is an afternoon study and prayer at 1:30PM every Sunday at St. Giles led by Rev. Chandra.
April 13th, The Last Sunday of Lent: This Sunday, we are led in worship by Chandra our minister, by our St. Giles choir, and by Malcolm Edwards, our new music director. The Bible readings for this week are from Luke 19:28–44, and Luke 22:39–46. Together, these passages remind us that true peace comes not through power or appearance, but through surrender, prayer, and a heart aligned with God’s purpose.
SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
“And Jesus came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him. And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.”
Luke 22:39-40
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May you and your family be filled with blessings this Holy Week.
Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church