Happy Stampede!
Experiencing the Calgary Stampede and Parade for the first time was like stepping into a lively world of cowboys and excitement right in the city. The vibrant parade filled the streets with colorful floats and cheering crowds, making everyone feel part of a big, joyful community. It was a memorable reminder that, amidst our daily routines, there are moments of celebration and unity that bring us all together. Thank you to the people who encouraged us to attend and gave us the opportunity for this wonderful experience.
ANNOUCEMENTS:
Stampede Brunch Today after 10AM Service: Join us today for a Stampede Brunch! Bring your appetite and enjoy delicious food and good fellowship!
Faith & Theology Thursdays at 10AM: Do you have questions about scripture or our beliefs and how they apply in our daily lives? Gather to discuss various topics, including the hard ones, that will help us understand better our walk through this world. We invite you to come and share your thoughts every Thursday at 10AM in the Narthex.
Vacation Bible School at Westminster: Once again this year, we have been invited to join Westminster for their VBS. Come to Vacation Bible School August 12th to 16th as a participant, crew leader or junior crew leader! Deadline to register is August 5th. Registration for this exciting adventure is now live. Cost is $60 per child. There is also a form available for volunteers. Please visit VBS Westminster website
Exciting Summer Events Coming Soon: Walks, Wear Whites and Watercolours! Are you curious? Check this space in future weeks for summer fun events coming soon to St. Giles.
Music Suggestion: Do you have a favourite hymn that speaks to your heart? If so, please share your music suggestion through the church office and we will incorporate them into our worship services. Together, let’s support Esther and our choir as they continue to create meaningful worship through music.
Service in the Park – Opportunities to Volunteer: We need volunteers to facilitate services in the park in July. If you are interested, please contact Rev. Chandra.
AFTERNOON SERVICES: For those who are unable to attend morning services, there is an afternoon service at 1:30PM every Sunday at CKPC led by Rev. Chandra Mannix. Everyone is encouraged to come!
July 7, Seventh Sunday after Pentecost: Rev. Chandra and Esther, our choir director, will lead our service today. This week’s scripture reading are from 2 Corinthians 12:2-10, and Mark 6: 1-13. These verses encourage us to embrace our weaknesses and rely on God’s strength that will equip us to carry His mission with faith and humility.
Weekly Quote:
“Through hospitality, Christians imitate God’s welcome. Hospitality opens the way for all people to be the same under God, part of the same family, welcomed for who they are in all their uniqueness.”
Diana Butler Bass (2006. Pg 82) – Christianity For the Rest of Us
SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
And you, O mortal, do not be afraid of them, and do not be afraid of their words, though briers and thorns surround you and you live among scorpions; do not be afraid of their words, and do not be dismayed at their looks, for they are a rebellious house. You shall speak my words to them, whether they hear or refuse to hear; for they are a rebellious house. – Ezekiel 2:6-7
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May this week be filled with peace and blessings for you and your family.