During this second Sunday after epiphany, we are asked to repent our sins in order to receive forgiveness from God. We are also reminded to witness God in the way of truth and to invite others to accept his forgiveness.
This week, our passage for reflection is: “Our failure is sin, a rebellion against God, an insistence that we be God in our own lives” (Genesis 2:1-5).
Here are the Weekly announcements:
Bible Studies:
Will be continuing to run every Wednesday at 10:15 AM. Denis Mascardelli will be resuming his leadership of Wednesday morning Bible Study on January 21st with Mathew’s Gospel.
Bible Studies: Sunday @ 11:30 am – Resumes January 25th
The first 5 weeks of the study will be learning more about the hymns we sing in the service, the scriptures that inspire them, and how they can inspire and inform daily life.
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.
St. Giles and Knox Church: Joint worship service will be taking place at St. Giles on February 8th as an opportunity to get to know each other better.
Sunday School : We are excited to share with the congregation that we now have 6 teachers working on a 3-week rotation basis with our church school students. The younger students will be taught by Susan C, Sandra CE, and Nichola S. Joining Rob W will be Curt S and Martin R to teach the older students. A substitute teacher for the older class is still needed.
Please speak with Susan C if you are interested in helping out on an occasional basis.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Various prayer and worship services will be offered in Calgary the week of January 18 to 23. Please visit the website: weekofprayer.ca for more information.
The Path of Two Rows Wampum:
Happening Tomorrow: January 17th at 2:00-3:30 PM (Westminster, 290 Edgepark BLVD NW).
This workshop is taking place at Westminster Presbyterian Church with themes rooted in love and faithfulness. We are called to build bridges of understanding, connection, and healing of relations with our Indigenous neighbors. This workshop will be facilitated by José Luis Moraga and will open us to embrace this shared life expression of faith. Please RSVP to Sara at 403-241-1443.
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Have a blessed week