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Happy Thanksgiving!! |
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Craft time at Kid's ChurchTime to be creative this week at Kid's Church as we produce edible offerings!! We will also be exploring what it is to be thankful. |
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Coffee Hour after the 10am service Hoping you can join us for coffee and a chat!! |
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If You Are Able To |
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Annual Halloween Event at St A'sWe are looking for donations of candy/chips and hot chocolate mix. We are also looking for anyone who is available to help out in the following capacities on the evening of Halloween: 1. 1 to 2 people to assist with set up and first shift of treat giving (from 5.30 to 7pm) 2. 1 to 2 people to assist with second shift of treat giving and clean up (from 7 - 8.30pm) 3. A couple of people to assist with taking hot chocolate upstairs from the church kitchen We are hoping both adults and younger church members will be available to volunteer; everyone is welcome to drop by and share the warmth of the bonfire and friendly companionship (plus indulge in a treat or two!!) if they have a minute. Donations can be dropped at the church on any Sunday before either service or during coffee time following the 10am service - if you are not able to make this date/time please contact the church office by mail to make alternate arrangements. If you are able to assist in a volunteer capacity please let the church office know, via email, or speak to June Greig. Many thanks |
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You May Be Interested in Attending |
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Anglican Evensong & PotluckGather for this traditional evening service of prayer and intercession and a potluck meal to follow. Evensong is a chance to pause in the midst of a busy season, pray for the needs of the world, pray for the church and all people, and to hear and reflect on scriptures set for the day. We also mark any Saints of the church who's feast days fall on our Saturdays. SPEAK - Sexuality, Pride, Education and Awareness at King's - is a student-led action group at King's University down the road Beginning Oct 12, 2024 and continuing every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. |
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Shakers and Makers Market |
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Holyrood Community League EventWe are organizing an Indigenous Allyship workshop with Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society on Saturday, October 19 from 1-4pm at our Community League Hall.
If you're interested in attending, please fill out this form to RSVP. The workshop is free and open to everyone who wishes to start their Indigenous reconciliation journey or deepen their journey.
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Simple Supper - Friday, October 25th 2024Thismonth's menu: Chicken Stew with Sour Cream Biscuits Lemon Meringue Pie Bars Coffee, Tea, Juice/Water
Adults are $10 / children 12 and under free Cash, debit & credit payments are all accepted. All are welcome!! Please bring a friend if you know someone who might appreciate a warm meal and companionship. Looking forward to seeing you there to - lower hall at St A's beginning at 6pm
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Hope to See You There!! |
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Messy Church at Grace UnitedGrace United will be continuing to host "Messy Church" and hope parishioners from St A's are able to attend. The two Friday sessions take place from 5-7pm - a very fun family event!! |
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~ WHAT'S HAPPENING IN OUR PARISH ~ |
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NEW OPENING TIME - Wildroots Coffee HouseDid you know there is a volunteer run cafe in the basement of the annex? Once a week, Wildroots Coffee House is open serving delicious coffee, tea and homemade treats. Everyone is welcome .. please tell your friends. |
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Looking Forward at St A's & in Our Community |
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Feel Safe & Be Safe |
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Pumpkin Carving - Sunday October 27th 2024Family and friends are invited to bring their pumpkins and carving utensils, and maybe something for the shared snack table!! This event will take place in the social room in the basement; people are invited to enter through the doors closest to the parking lot behind the church. Looking forward to sering you there.
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Recent Goings On |
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Every Week at St A's |
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HANLEY HOME GROUP
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Wednesday Night Sharing CircleSharing in circle has a long history of transformation and community strength in both indigenous and addictions recovery traditions. Sharing in circle allows us both opportunity to listen, and when our turn arrives, to speak. A topic is raised each Wednesday in the realms of Faith, Justice, Spirituality, and Action in the Christian tradition that we are invited to reflect on and share if we wish. Rev. Jonathan usually facilitates the circle. Please contact him for the zoom access: rector@staugustinesedmonton.com We have used books, video, or individual presentations as our 'prompts' for the evening. "Doors" open at 7:45pm, process begins at 8pm-9pm. The zoom stays on until 9:30pm latest for those who want to chat more.
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GATHER ‘ROUND THE KITCHEN TABLEI am happy to tell you that “Gathering” is resuming Thursday, October 3rd . You are invited to gather together and enjoy these informal afternoons with friends as we explore and Handouts will be out early each in the week to help bring a focus to our conversation. If you have any questions or want more information, e-mail me at wildrosie7@gmail.com. Please feel free to invite a friend to join us via Zoom. I am looking forward to seeing you all each week. |
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Update your InformationPlease email the office with any changes or corrections with your address, phone numbers, or email addresses. We do are best to keep this information updated but realize that sometimes we are missing updated information. |
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~ Ways to Connect ~Financial and giving: Cheryl at treasurer@staugustinesedmonton.com Pastoral, worship, spiritual: Rev. Jonathan at rector@staugustinesedmonton.com or text/call 780-619-3170 (text preferred). Jonathan's day off is Monday, but he his always available for an emergency pastoral need at the above number. Parish Stewards (parish leadership and support): Mikaela Hanley & Steve McAuley (contact available through the office) Children's ministry: Simone at kids@staugustinesedmonton.com Youth Ministry: John Prokopuk Music: Megan at megl_miller@yahoo.com Space Use: Jodi Howard at rentals@staugustinesedmonton.com
*A reminder that any church purchases over $200 need to be approved via email to Corporation (Rector, Stewards, Treasurer) who meet every two weeks. |
