Good morning!
As the snowy week surrounds us with its quiet beauty, it reminds us of Christ the King, who brings peace and renewal to our lives. Just as snow covers everything in pure white, His love covers our hearts and gives us strength. Let this week inspire us to trust in His guidance, celebrate His reign, and share His warmth and kindness with others.
Cozy Christmas Basket and Bake Sale Sunday December 1st 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM: Plan on staying after the Sunday service to purchase homemade baking, sandwiches and beautiful gift baskets! Donations of baking are needed! Drop off of baking can be on Friday November 29th or before the service on Dec. 1st.!
Jazz Vespers, Sunday, December 1 at 4PM: Get ready to swing into the holiday season with “Festive Jazz,” an exciting evening of jazzy renditions of classic holiday tunes. Don’t miss this celebration of rhythm, joy, and festive cheer – join us for a night to remember!
Advent Study Group starting on Monday, December 2 at 7PM: Led by Curt and Nichola, we will have an advent study reading “Calling All Angels” by Erin Wathen, every Mondays at 7PM for four weeks, here at St. Giles. Get your free book from the office!
Sunday, December 8th – 11:15 AM-12:15 PM: Grab a coffee/goodie after the service and join us in the Park Room for a presentation by invited guest speakers from Canada Connects. The Canada Connects program introduces Government-supported refugees to Canadian volunteers who help newcomers adjust to living in Calgary.
Labyrinth Café, every Friday at 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Invite your friends to the Labyrinth Café between 10:30-12:30 to join in a fun time of singing Christmas Carols on Dec 6th.
Inn from the Cold: St. Giles has been supporting the Inn as once per month dinner service volunteers for the past two years. We have made a commitment to continue in this role for 2025. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please speak with Susan Carmichael or contact the church office for more information. The 2025 schedule will be made up in the next few weeks and we would love to include you if you are interested.
“Prayer and Share” with Ann Frost every Wednesday at 11:30 AM: Please come sit in prayer with each other, walk the labyrinth, or sit quietly in the sanctuary. We will continue through until the end of November.
Message from Jenny: Thank you so much for the thoughtful birthday wishes, the delicious cake, and the beautiful flowers! Your kindness truly made my day extra special, and I feel incredibly grateful.
Every Tuesday – ESL at 1 PM: Join Curt in the Park Room, as it is moving to our English campus library. Expand your vocabulary and improve pronunciation while engaging in discussions about daily life, faith, history, and travel. Classes are free!
Every Thursday – Bible Study at 5:30 PM: The Book of Hebrews offers encouragement in our faith in the face of challenges. Join Rev. Chandra at 5:30 pm on Thursday in the St. Giles library to delve deeper into scripture and its application to your life in Christ.
Every Thursday – “The Chosen” at 7 PM: Join us for a special screening of “The Chosen”, a powerful series that brings the life of Jesus and His disciples in a new and exciting way. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in faith and community—everyone is welcome!
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. Mark Tremblay while Rev. Chandra is away this weekend.
November 24, 27th Sunday after Pentecost – Today we are led in worship by Chandra our minister, by our St. Giles choir, and by Michael our Music Leader. This week’s Bible verses are from Revelation 1: 4b-8 and John 18 (various verses). These readings call us to trust in Jesus as the eternal King, whose reign is unshakable and whose truth lasts forever. Let His truth guide our steps, His love strengthen our hearts, and His promise of eternity fill us with unending hope and purpose.
SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth.
Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.
(John 18:37)
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May this week be filled with blessings for you and your family.
Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church