Sunday, March 3, 2019

Please join us this Sunday for The Sacrament of Holy Communion.

The scripture readings for this week are: 

• First reading
  • Exodus 34:29-35
• Psalm
  • Psalm 99
• Second reading
  • 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2
• Gospel
  • Luke 9:28-36, (37-43a)

The sermon title is:  In the fading afterglow

If you have any questions or comments about the scripture readings or the message please contact Rev. Scott McAndless at smcandless@standrewshespeler.ca

Special Music:  given in praise by Heather Robertson

Beat the Cold with Hope Clothing

This morning a group got together to package up our "Beat the Cold" kits.  During the weeks of March 4th & 11th (or until quantities last) we will be giving these kits to each adult who brings with them a new friend to introduce to Hope Clothing.  The friend will also receive a kit.  One kit per family.  We are doing this campaign to try to raise awareness for Hope Clothing to people who need some extra help.

Hope Clothing is open on Tuesdays, noon - 3:00 pm, Wednesdays, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm                     and Thursdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Many thanks to all of the people who donated to the kits.  The kits may contain: kleenex, hand sanitizer, cough lozenges, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm, tea.  People will also be able to choose a package containing a pillow and blanket (while quantities last), hats, scarves and socks for the family!

Each kit will also come with fresh fruit and yogurt.

Please share or tell people about Hope Clothing.

Also, thank you to the people who continue to donate their gently used or new clothing.  Thanks also go out to Zehrs, the Cambridge Self Help Food Bank and Value Village.

World Day of Prayer, March 1st.

Sunday, February 24th, 2019

The scripture readings for this Sunday are:

• First reading
  • Genesis 45:3-11, 15
• Psalm
  • Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
• Second reading
  • 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
• Gospel
  • Luke 6:27-38

The Sermon title is:  "On the other cheek."  If you have any comments or questions regarding our readings or the sermon please feel free to contact Rev. Scott McAndless at scmandless@standrewshespeler.ca.

Our Annual General Meeting will follow worship this Sunday.  We will begin with a potluck lunch, so if you are able please bring a finger food (peanut free) to share. Please join us as we celebrate 2018!  Our Devine Detectives class (JK - grade 3) have prepared something special for us, so please come out to support our young people.  Children & families are welcome to attend this meeting as well.

Sunday, February 17, 2019

Scripture Readings this Sunday are:

• Jeremiah 17:5-10
• Psalm 1
• 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
• Luke 6:17-26

The sermon title is: Jesus on the Mountain, Jesus on the level place.

There will be a special Explorations in Music session following worship. 

We will be building a mini-organ, taking a look at our organ (including the pipe room!), playing organs and hearing an organ piece from Martin Bohl. 

If you are interested in watching the construction of the mini organ, looking in the pipe room, or listening to Martin play the organ please join us (all ages are welcome to join us)!

Sunday, February 10, 2019

Our scripture readings for this week are: Isaiah 6:1-8, (9-13); Psalm 138; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; and Luke 5:1-11.

The Holy Sherlock class (grade 4-6 Sunday School) have a special announcement to make on Sunday.

Special music will be given in praise by the Youth Band and the Adult Choir.

The choir also would like you to know the following:

All God's Creatures Want to Hear the Choir! On Sunday,  in the sanctuary immediately after the service, please stay to help the choir with an experiment. It is likely that where the choir currently sits is not the best for sound and clarity to the congregation and it is not a good position for those of us who have mobility challenges. We're going to move the choir around to a few different places to find out where they sound best in an effort to improve their hymn leadership. We want feedback from absolutely everyone. Where do you think the choir sounds best? Are you concerned about the choir changing position? Do you feel it is a meaningful tradition? You can share your thoughts with Corey after the trial or email her at corey.cotter@hotmail.com.

To say thank-you, the choir will provide yummy treats for coffee hour.

The sermon is:  "But Look How Clean Our Nets Are.”