Good morning!

Easter Sunday is a time of great joy, celebrating Jesus’ victory over death following the solemnity of Good Friday and Maundy Thursday. After reflecting on His sacrifice, we rejoice in the hope and new life He brings through His resurrection. Let us embrace the new life we have in Christ and share that joy with everyone around us.

Lectionary Study: Starting April 23 at 10:15, please join us as we take part in a Lectionary Study. The Lectionary is a list of Scripture readings for every Sunday based on a three-year cycle of readings that is often used by ministers to guide worship. The readings can be found on the PCC website, Worship – Weekly Lectionary Readings. Link: Worship – The Presbyterian Church in Canada

Cultivating Hope – Food, Justice and the Life of Faith at Grace Presbyterian Church: Please join on April 25-27 for a weekend of powerful learning and meaningful action with Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School). Discover how faith, food, and hope come together to heal our lives and the world around us. Please register here. The food security workshop is fully reimbursable by the Presbytery of Calgary- Macleod for all St. Giles members.
 

Bible Study every Mondays at 7PM: Starting April 28^th, join us for the Bible study led by Rev. Chandra on the Parables of Jesus. Everyone is welcome! 

Saturday, May 3rd at 3 PM: Join us in the St. Giles parking lot for our annual Walk for Housing in support of Home Space Society to help secure access to affordable housing for vulnerable Calgarians. To join or support the St. Giles Team go to Home Space Society’s website and select Walk for Housing or use this direct link to our team. https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/team/st-giles-team. Not an online fan? Call or visit the St. Giles office to register. You can also donate through the offering plate or by e-transfer through [email protected] Please provide your name, mailing address and indicate “Walk for Housing” in the envelope or e-transfer comment box. All donations $25.00 and over will receive a tax receipt.  

Sunday, May 4 at 11:30 Speaker Series #5 in the Park Room: Have you ever wondered what or who is Presbytery? Wonder no more! Our own Sandra Cameron Evans, the representative elder to Presbytery for St. Giles, will give an informative talk on the Presbytery of Calgary Macleod and try her best to answer all of your questions.  

Friday, May 9th 11:30 – 1:30:  Join us for a Victorian Tea (China cups, fancy sandwiches, delectable dainties). Tickets are available for $20 per person and may be purchased on Sundays in the Narthex and through the church office on Tuesday to Friday afternoon. 

Post for Secretary at Presbytery Macleod: Presbytery Macleod is looking for a secretary who can work five to ten hours per month on a part-time basis. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact [email protected].

Covenant with Mortgage Connection: St. Giles has entered into a covenant with a new neighbour, Mortgage Connection, for them to use the parking spots along the 10th Street side of the lot between 8AM and 5PM, Monday to Friday. Mortgage Connection will graciously be making a monthly donation to St. Giles for this usage. Please respect this arrangement and, during this timeframe, park elsewhere on the lot.

Save the dates: 

• Sunday May 25^th: Jazz Vespers, further details to follow. 
• Sunday June 22^nd: St. Giles Orchestra, details to follow. 
• Saturday, June 21^st & Sunday 22^nd: Presbytery Special  Event with Guest Speaker Dr. Ray Aldred 

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. Chandra.

April 20th, EASTER Sunday: This Sunday, we are led in worship by Chandra our minister, by our St. Giles choir, and by Malcolm Edwards, our new music leader. This week’s Bible readings—Acts 10:34–43, 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 (selected verses), and John 20:1–18—invite us to reflect on the heart of the Easter message. Jesus’ resurrection is a powerful reminder that God’s love and salvation are offered to everyone, regardless of background or status. It affirms the very foundation of our faith and reveals the depth of God’s grace, even for the most unlikely of believers. Like Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb, may we recognize the risen Christ calling us by name and, with joyful hearts, proclaim, “I have seen the Lord!”

SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
“Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!”
And she told them the things he had said to her.”                              
John 20:18

Here is the link to our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saintgilespresbyterian/

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

Happy Easter! May the resurrection of Jesus bring new hope, peace, and joy to your heart, filling you with His love and grace today and always.

 

Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church

Good morning!
 

Palm Sunday reminds us of the day Jesus entered Jerusalem, welcomed with joy and praise by the people. It marks the beginning of Holy Week, showing us how love and humility lead the way. As we wave our palms in spirit, may we open our hearts to follow Jesus with faith and gratitude.

On Maundy Thursday, April 17 at 11:30 AM, we will gather for a special Communion service to commemorate the Last Supper — the sacred moment when Jesus shared bread and wine with His disciples before His crucifixion.

Then, on Good Friday, April 18 at 10:00 AM, we will come together in solemn reflection to remember the suffering and sacrificial love of Christ, who gave His life for our redemption. Everyone is welcome!

 

Lectionary Study: Starting April 23 at 10:15, please join us as we take part in a Lectionary Study. The Lectionary is a list of Scripture readings for every Sunday based on a three-year cycle of readings that is often used by ministers to guide worship. The readings can be found on the PCC website, Worship – Weekly Lectionary Readings. Link: Worship – The Presbyterian Church in Canada

Saturday May 3rd at 3 PM: Join us in the St. Giles parking lot for our annual Walk for Housing in support of Home Space Society. All funds raised go to purchasing, renovating and securing accessible affordable housing units for families, seniors and individuals living in extreme housing need. There are many ways you can support this project. Join as a walker/fundraiser, donate in support of a walker/fundraiser, attend the get together following the walk. To join or support the St. Giles Team go to Home Space Society’s website and click on Walk for Housing, or use this direct link to our team. https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/team/st-giles-team.You can also donate by e-transfer through [email protected] Please provide your name, mailingaddress and indicate “Walk for Housing” in the comment box. All donations $25.00 and over will receive a tax receipt. For any questions, please ask Susan C. or Cathy B.

Easter Tulips: We are ordering Tulip bouquets to decorate the sanctuary on Easter Sunday. If you are interested in purchasing a bunch, please fill out a form and drop it by the office or place it in the offering plate with cash or cheque  or e-transfer to [email protected] by Friday, April 18, 2025. The cost is $15.

Cultivating Hope – Food, Justice and the Life of Faith at Grace Presbyterian Church: Please join on April 25-27 for a weekend of powerful learning and meaningful action with Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School). Discover how faith, food, and hope come together to heal our lives and the world around us. Please register here.

Post for Secretary at Presbytery Macleod: Presbytery Macleod is looking for a secretary who can work five to ten hours per month on a part-time basis. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact [email protected].

Covenant with Mortgage Connection: St. Giles has entered into a covenant with a new neighbour, Mortgage Connection, for them to use the parking spots along the 10th Street side of the lot between 8AM and 5PM, Monday to Friday. Mortgage Connection will graciously be making a monthly donation to St. Giles for this usage. Please respect this arrangement and, during this timeframe, park elsewhere on the lot.

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. Chandra.

April 13th, The Last Sunday of Lent: This Sunday, we are led in worship by Chandra our minister, by our St. Giles choir, and by Malcolm Edwards, our new music director. The Bible readings for this week are from Luke 19:28–44, and Luke 22:39–46. Together, these passages remind us that true peace comes not through power or appearance, but through surrender, prayer, and a heart aligned with God’s purpose.

SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
“And Jesus came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him.  And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.”                                   
Luke 22:39-40

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 this Holy Week.

 

Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church

Good morning!

As the beautiful sun shines brightly today, let’s give our best to God in everything we do, no matter how big or small, with hearts full of gratitude. When we serve with love and thankfulness, we honor Him and reflect His goodness to the world. Let’s make each moment an opportunity to show His love through our actions.

This Friday has been filled with activity at the church, from beautiful Lenten hymns during the café to the three-day pictorial with many new faces. The sound of children playing in the garden added to the joy, making this week truly blessed and memorable.

Prayer & Meditation for the Season of Lent – Every Wednesday, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM starting March 12 with Ann Frost: As we celebrate the sacred season of Lent, we invite you to join us in the beautiful St. Giles sanctuary and dedicate this time to deepening your relationship with God through an intentional prayer and meditation.

Lectionary Study: Starting April 23 at 10:15, please join us as we take part in a Lectionary Study. The Lectionary is a list of Scripture readings for every Sunday based on a three-year cycle of readings that is often used by ministers to guide worship. The readings can be found on the PCC website, Worship – Weekly Lectionary Readings. Link: Worship – The Presbyterian Church in Canada

Save the Date: Walk for Housing Saturday, May 3, at 3PM. Meet in the St. Giles parking lot. Sponsor sheets are coming soon!

Cultivating Hope – Food, Justice and the Life of Faith at Grace Presbyterian Church: Please join on April 25-27 for a weekend of powerful learning and meaningful action with Dr. Norman Wirzba (Duke Divinity School). Discover how faith, food, and hope come together to heal our lives and the world around us. Please register here.

Post for Secretary at Presbytery Macleod: Presbytery Macleod is looking for a secretary who can work five to ten hours per month on a part-time basis. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact [email protected].

Covenant with Mortgage Connection: St. Giles has entered into a covenant with a new neighbour, Mortgage Connection, for them to use the parking spots along the 10th Street side of the lot between 8AM and 5PM, Monday to Friday. Mortgage Connection will graciously be making a monthly donation to St. Giles for this usage. Please respect this arrangement and, during this timeframe, park elsewhere on the lot.

Labyrinth Café: Thank you, Jim and Janet, for leading us in Holy Week/Spring hymns. It was a joyful time!

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. Chandra.

April 6th, The Fifth Sunday of Lent: This Sunday, we are led in worship by Chandra our minister, by our St. Giles choir, and by Malcolm Edwards, our new music leader. The Bible readings for this week are from Isaiah 43:8-13, Philippians 3:5-14, and John 12:1-11. God invites us to be His witnesses—not through perfection, but through lives transformed by His grace—letting go of the past and pressing forward to know Christ more deeply. Like Mary, may we boldly pour out our love and devotion, offering Jesus our very best with hearts full of faith and gratitude.

SCRIPTURE PASSAGE FOR REFLECTION:
“I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead.”          
Philippians 3: 10-11

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 abundantly blessed with peace and grace throughout this Lenten season!

 

Buena Manalo
Office Administrator
St. Giles Presbyterian Church