Let us reflect and confess our sin to the Lord as we head into the first Sunday of Lent. 

This week our passage for reflection is:  

“Finaly, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, “I will confess my rebellion to the LORD.” And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone.” Psalm 32:5 (NLT)

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

Leading with Care Workshop: Sunday, March 1st at 11:15 am in the Park Room: Leading with Care is a policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. It states that those who are most vulnerable, especially children will be cared for with Christian compassion. All are welcome!

Speaker Series: Sunday, March 8th at 11:15 am in the Park Room:Sung, an assessor elder at St.Giles will be speaking about his participation with Downtown Ministry that provides  food and kindness to those who need it most. All are welcome!

Tax Receipts: Tax receipts are available in the Narthex this Sunday. Any remaining receipts will be mailed out.  

Bible Study on “Unity”: Mondays at 7:00 pm, Feb 16- Mar 30.

A warm invitation to all who have not yet attended a study with Rev. Chandra as we intentionally look at the topic of ‘Unity’ with select passages from scripture. Please invite your friends from other Christian traditions to join, as this study is open to everyone! 

Lent at St Giles: Wednesdays at 11:30 am, Feb 18- Apr 1. Lent begins with the imposition of ashes on February 18th, and proceeds with a time of reflection and prayer in the sanctuary each week. It will culminate in a time of special communion on the final Wednesday of Lent. All attendees will receive a Lent package titled “Privileged to Pray”.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner: Saturday, March 14th at 5:30 PM: Tickets will go on sale in the Narthex on Sunday and can also be purchased by e-transfer to: [email protected]. Dinner starts at 6:00 PM in the lower hall. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children who are 12 and under. (Please note Irish Stew Dinner and the number of adult/ child tickets in the memo). Wear green! 

Labyrinth Cafe: Friday, March 13th at 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in the Narthex: Trish T will provide an informative talk on missions in times past in Pakistan and China. 

Please visit our websites for more information: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary

Have a blessed week!

Let us give praise and honour to our Lord as we head into Transfiguration Sunday. 

This week our passage for reflection is: 

“Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.” And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Do not tell anyone about this vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.” – Matthew 17:1-13 

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

St Giles and Knox Amalgamation Update: Thank you to all who participated in the joint worship service. Please continue to pray and discern for the elders in both churches as they proceed with the creation of a plan for amalgamation to present to both congregations and the Presbytery of Calgary- Macleod. 

St Giles and CKPC shared ministry Update: Effective March 1, CKPC Session has approved a request from the Jr/ Sr high worship to return to their building. More details will follow after the conversations in February.

St. Giles Orchestra and Labyrinth Cafe: Thank you to all who attended these wonderful events! 

Bible Study on “Unity”: Mondays at 7:00 pm, Feb 16- Mar 30.

You are invited to attend a study with Rev. Chandra on the topic of unity. This study is open to friends from other traditions, as select passages from scripture will be chosen. 

Lent at St Giles: Wednesdays at 11:30 am, Feb 18- Apr 1. Lent begins with the imposition of ashes on February 18th, and proceeds with a time of reflection and prayer in the sanctuary each week. It will culminate in a time of special communion on the final Wednesday of Lent. All attendees will receive a Lent package titled “Privileged to Pray”.

Please visit our websites for more information: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary

Have a blessed week!

This is the fourth Sunday after epiphany, and we have been asked by the Lord to seek justice in our everyday lives. 

This week, our passage for reflection is: “Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.” Matthew 5:12

Here are the Weekly announcements: 

Bible Studies: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM

We invite you to gather after the service and learn more about how the hymns and scriptures can inspire your daily life. Denis Mascardelli has resumed his teaching ministry and would gladly have you listen to his teaching with the Gospel of Matthew. 

St. Giles Orchestra:

Come join us for a Cinematic orchestra experience, performed by the 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 for this event.

St. Giles and Knox Church: You are invited for a Joint worship at St. Giles on February 8^th as an opportunity to get to know each other better. This will be an excellent opportunity to pray and worship together.

Sunday School Parents : Please fill out a registration form today for your children, if you haven’t done so already. Thank you! 

Session Elder Changes : Dennis Daly will be transitioning away from active service at the court of session in early 2026. Joy Augustin will be transitioning back into active service at the court of session in early 2026. We invite you to thank both elders who continue to serve in various ways in the Christian leadership and stewardship. 

Labyrinth Cafe: Friday February 13th at 10:30 AM

Come join us for a morning filled with music, as we sing Hymns of God’s love and share a morning of fellowship. 

Please visit our websites for more information: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

And Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/stgilescalgary

Have a blessed week!