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       Social Justice

We take Christ's call for justice very seriously. These are just some of the many programs that the congregation of St.Andrew's-Wesley Church is actively involved with;

       Love thy neighbour
  • Truth and Reconciliation Commission-
    This is a profound commitment to establishing new relationships embedded in mutual recognition and respect that will forge a brighter future. The truth of our common experiences will help set our spirits free and pave the way to reconciliation.
  • End Homelessness Now: is a group taking a proactive role in educating the public, business, community leaders and governments regarding the issues of homelessness and mental health. Read more to find out how you can be involved…
  • Empty Suitcase: Can you help by donating nightwear, toiletries or cash for women and children forced to flee their homes to seek shelter in safe houses at Christmas?...more
  • Food for First: bring nonperishable food to church any Sunday for First United Mission…more
  • First United Thrift Store: volunteer in the thrift shop and/or donate goods for sale…more
  • Homes to Heal: join us to learn about mental health, rent and other supports as well as many volunteer opportunities…more
  • WISH and BOYS R US: collect and donate toiletries, cosmetics (new and gently used), mitts, socks and underwear for women and warm thick socks and jelly beans young men. This joint project supports women and young men sex trade workers on the streets…more
  • Mission and Service Fund of the United Church of Canada: contribute to M&SF which supports our local United Churches and works with partners across the country and around the globe…more

    International Projects:

  • A.M.E.S: support our Lenten project raising money and medical supplies for a clinic in Guatemala City …more
  • Guatemala Fair Trade Coffee: buy coffee at the church any Sunday to support our Guatemala projects…more

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All Are Welcome In This Place

Services

Every Sunday

  • Morning Service @ 10:30 am with Sunday School
  • Jazz Vespers @ 4:00 pm

Second Sunday of the month

  •               
  •                          Darryl Nixon                            Reflections In Music @ 7:00 pm (candle lit meditation)...more

2ndWeds Worship

  • a new day
    a new celebration of worship...more

Fourth Sunday of the month

  • Taize Prayers...more

Adult Faith Formation

Sunday Morning Bible Study

LEADERSHIP: Rev. Kathryn Ransdell

Bible StudyTO DEVELOP BIBLICAL LITERACY & PREPARE FOR WORSHIP Bible Study—Every Sunday 8:45-10:00 beginning January 15th, in the Chapel. At the heart of worship is the scripture selection for that Sunday. The hymns, the sermon, and the liturgy reflect themes and threads of the scripture. A wonderful way to prepare for worship is to come and sit with the Scripture passage of the day in small group conversation with facilitation by a gifted scholar and teacher. A stimulating addition to your Sabbath experience!

Christian Practice: Prayer Circle

LEADERSHIP: Rev. Kathryn Ransdell

Last Monday of the Month, 7-9pm.

Practice Christian prayer in a circle with other believers! Each session will include a devotional teaching on prayer and will include experience of praying silently, praying together, praying with our bodies, praying for ourselves and praying for others.

Lifelines: Spiritual Exploration through Writing

LEADERSHIP: Tim Scorer

First Monday of the month, at 6:30-8:30pm in the Salons.

The emphasis in this small group experience is on the power of writing in community. It's in the search for the precise word, the liberating topic, the inspired phrase, the moving story, and the courageous declaration that spiritual insight can emerge. This isn't so much about polishing prose and getting things 'right' as it is about process - the process of deepening awareness in a community of understanding through the craft of writing. If you are ready to let your writing stretch you into fresh awareness of who you are and what you know, this may be for you.

Salt and Light

LEADERSHIP: Tim Scorer

Ten Saturdays over eleven months beginning Saturday January 28th, 9am-3pm in the Salons You're here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavours of this earth... You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colours in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. What does it mean for us today to bring out the God-flavours and God-colours in the world? Eight to twelve people will make a commitment to meet together for nine Saturdays and one weekend retreat in 2012. Their interest is to explore in community what it means for them to be living the Way of Jesus in the year 2012. The program includes input, experience, prayer, conversation, worship, study, community, and sharing food together. The ten Saturdays to which participants will commit attendance are Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 24, Apr. 21, May 26, June 23, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 20, and Nov. 10. (One of them will become a weekend retreat.) For more information and to register please contact Tim Scorer directly: timscorer@gmail.com or 604.910.7069.

For More Information

For information about church location, office hours, parking, worship times, and other events please go to the church's website or contact the church office:
www.standrewswesleychurch.bc.ca
Tel:(604)-683-4574

To Register

Please register for programs in one of these ways:

  • - By e-mailing our registrar:aff.staw@telus.net
  • - By signing up at the information table in the Narthex after Sunday worship
  • - Online

Program Costs

All the programs are offered free of charge unless otherwise specified. Where a program is centered on a book, the cost of the book is indicated.

Parking Information

For our church services we have free parking off alley on the side of the church. For more information on times and regulation

Wheelchair access available from Nelson Street.

NOTES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

2012 Lenten Small Groups

The 2012 Lenten Small groups will study Karen Armstrong's book "Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life." Copies of the book are available for sale at the church for $10/copy (50% off!). To Register for one of the ten small groups, sign up at the Church or call the office. Online Sign up can be done on the St. Andrew's-Wesley Facebook Page.
Tel:(604)-683-4574


Rev. Gary Paterson is on sabbatical Jan.-April 2012. Rev. Kathryn Ransdell is serving as the Interim Lead Minister while he is away, and her office hours are Monday-Thursday

WE SEEK TO BE A CARING CHURCH FAMILY. If you know of someone who has been absent, or who is not well and could use a call, please let Jen Cunnings know.

We still have a number of your free 8 x10 pictures promised to us for participating in our new picture directory, and would like to get them passed along to you ASAP. Please speak with Jen or Mark Boyter – we will have them available after worship on Sundays and in the church office during the week.

2012 Church Envelopes—Please pick up your 2012 box of church envelopes from the table in the narthex. If you would like envelopes or have questions, please see Sue Parker or call her at 604-733-2154.

  •   Announcements for this week

    • Monthly Programs

    • Theology on Tap     
           
    • Young Adults -  Our gatherings are one Friday a month @ 7pm at various pubs around town. 
      Be sure to RSVP to Doris or Curt so we can have a place for you.
      Come by for an hour or stay for the evening.
      All are welcome!...more
    • Young Adults
      If you are a Young Adult, yearning for community and a place of connection to get to know other Young Adults of Faith, you are so welcome to join us...more
    • The WORD Is OUT
      Gay & Lesbian Spirituality for Today:Join us for a relaxing evening of food, fellowship, and sharing of Christmas moments in our life with other gay and lesbian people of faith...more
    • Men's Breakfast Group
      7am twice a month, 2nd and 4th Thursdays, a group of men get together in the Salons, 1018 Nelson St. to share a breakfast and conversation about whatever is on our minds and hearts. You're welcome to attend... just show up; or call the Office. (604-683-4569)more
    • Healing Touch
      Healing touch is an energy-based approach to healing. It is non-invasive, economical, effective and helps to promote relaxation, reduce pain, manage stress, speed healing, and increase a sense of well-being... more
    • Reel Spirituality /Movie Night
      On Friday nights throughout the year new or provocative movies are shown at the church. Afterwards there is a spirited discussion, exploring questions of meaning and
      purpose in the film....more
    • The Stitching Circle
      All levels of knitters, crocheters, quilters, and needlepoint artists are invited to join the Stitching Circle for two hours of camaraderie; ideas are exchanged, help and advice cheerfully given, and projects shared. more
    • Book Club
      You are welcome to join this lively group and enjoy a discussion about the chosen book and world issues which it presents...more
    • WALKING THE LABYRINTH
      This is an ancient meditation/prayer practice, one that became very popular in Europe when pilgrimages to the Holy Land were no longer possible...more
    • BUDDHIST MINDFULNESS & CHRISTIAN PRAYER
      Bringing together meditation and contemplation techniques which come from both the Christian and Buddhist traditions...more
    • Kundalini Yoga
      Every Thursday at 7pm - 8:30pm in the Salons. For all ages and experience levels - bring a yoga mat & blanket.  $10 suggested Donation per session. more