Good morning!
After several chilly days, the warm sun shines again, bringing light and comfort to everything around us. Just as the sun melts the cold, love and forgiveness can soften even the hardest hearts. Let us choose kindness over hatred and allow our warmth brighten the lives of others.
Presbytery Survey: This is a reminder to complete the survey from the Presbytery of Calgary-Macleod intended to gather feedback on how congregations are doing and ask what presbytery could do to support them. Sandra will have a few printed copies for those who do not have computer access. The deadline is February 28.
Here’s the link for the survey:
https://forms.gle/LptbwycKaUZPTJDUA
Congregational Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, March 2, following worship, with light snacks provided.
Jazz Vespers (Jazz Potpourri): Experience the joy of improvisation, inspiration, and faith in perfect harmony as our talented musicians bring their favourite jazz selections to life. Join us on Sunday, March 2, at 4PM for a night of uplifting melodies and spiritual renewal!
Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, on March 5 at 9:30AM will be recognized with the sharing of ashes for anyone who wants them.
St. Patrick’s Day Ham Dinner, Saturday, March 15 at 6PM: Tickets will be on sale on Sundays in the narthex and through the office on Tuesday to Friday, 12:15 -5PM. Cut off to purchase tickets will be Wednesday, March 12. Wear your green!
• $25 – adult
• $10 – under 12 years
Photo Directory: This contains portrait photographs and contact information of the congregation. Only those who attend the photo session will receive their own directory at no cost and also have the opportunity to purchase beautiful, studio quality portraits (although there is no obligation to buy.) The photography sessions will be:
• Thursday, April 3rd: 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Friday, April 4th: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Saturday, April 5th: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
We will be setting up a schedule for the sessions in the near future. In the meantime, we want to update your contact information. Please let the office (Buena) know your preferred phone number and/or email address. For any questions, please ask Janet A.
Labyrinth Café, some Fridays from 10:30 to 12:30: Thank you to Jerry and Margaret H. and Carmen for their lovely offering of music this past Friday.
• Feb 28 – No café
• March 7 – Join Janet A for an informative talk about the small stained-glass windows in the sanctuary.
ESL will be on break on 25th of Feb and 4th of March.
Bible Studies:
- Wednesday Morning, 10:15 AM – Bible study with Denis Mascardelli on 2 Thessalonians.
- Wednesday Evening, 7 PM – Bible study with Rev. Chandra on Hebrews.
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. Rod while Rev. Chandra is away this weekend.
February 23rd, The Seventh Sunday after Epiphany: This Sunday, our worship will be led by Rev. Rod, and our music leader, Michael, with the St. Giles Choir. The Bible readings for this week—1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50; Luke 6:27-38; and Genesis 45:3-11,15—speak of transformation. They show how God changes what is broken, weak, or ordinary into something glorious and full of life. These passages reveal how God’s love calls us to a new way of being, both in this life and in the life to come.
SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?
Micah 6:8
Here is the link to our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/
And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary
May you and your family be filled with blessings and peace!
Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church