SPRING AND SUMMER LINEUP

SPRING-SUMMER 2013

May 23 - Parenting Event
May 26 - Rev. Jamie Scott
May 30 - Dr. Trevor Hancock
June 09 - Rt. Rev. Dr. Gary Paterson
June 16 - Lorna Crozier
June 29 - East Side Pride
July 01 - Canada Day Parade
August 04 - Pride Parade and Marketplace
August 19 - Camp Spirit

For More information Click the Notes and Announcements Link at the top of the Right Hand Column

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SERVICES

Every Sunday

• Morning Service & Church School 10:30am
  
• Jazz Vespers @ 4:00 pm

Click Here for the upcoming Jazz Lineup!
 

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Monthly Services

Second Sunday of the month

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

AWE - Alternative Worship Experience NEW DAY!!!

3rd Sunday Monthly (Oct-June) 1pm
• click for more info

Fourth Sunday of the month (Sept - May)

• Traditional Taize Prayers...more

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  THE BINGHAM MEMORIAL CHANCEL ORGAN

  For the complete details of our Chancel Organ click here
  

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  Faith Formation & Leadership Events

  Sunday Morning Bible Study

  LEADERSHIP: Rev. Kathryn Ransdell

  TO DEVELOP BIBLICAL LITERACY & PREPARE FOR WORSHIP Bible Study—Every Sunday 8:45-10:00 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!

  From Ageing to Sageing

  LEADERSHIP: Tim Scorer

  Wednesdays 10-12 or 6:30-8:30,
  
  May 1, 8, 15, 22, &
  June 5
  All sessions will be held in the Chapel.
  
  We want elders, not just olders. We need to open up for those who are ageing (who isn’t?) the journey of sage-ing. In the reality of our ageing society it is critical that we encourage the development of conscious wisdom and open up space where people of deep character and broad insight are visible and respected.
  
  When we don’t embrace the journey of spiritual eldering we cut ourselves off from a Holy energy that is essential to the wholeness and health of our communities. Over these six Wednesdays we will use a number of starting points (film, video, novel, spiritual insight, personal journey, Biblical wisdom, experiential process) as stimulus for our intentional learning about this critical matter.
  
  The program is open to adults of all ages. This is work for the whole community!

  
  
• Register by signing up at the Information Table in the Narthex or by calling the Church Office at the number below.

  For information about church groups and other events please contact the church office: Tel:(604)-683-4574

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  Lifelines: Spiritual Exploration
  through Writing

  LEADERSHIP: Tim Scorer

  Third Tuesday of the month, at 6:30-8:30pm
  in the Ferguson Room.

  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. If you can put a sentence together. If you like to use writing as a way of thinking about what’s important to you. If you are ready to write and to share writing with others of like mind.
  This small group could be for you.
  Very affirming. Lots to think about. Come and try it.
  There’s a place at the table for you.

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  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

  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.

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  For More Information

  For information about church location, office hours, worship times, and other events please contact the church office:
  
  Tel:(604)-683-4574

  Parking Information

  Free Parking

  • Parking under Wesley Place (entrance off the lane behind the church)is FREE from 9am to 2pm for those who are attending worship at St.Andrew's-Wesley on Sunday morning.
    
  • Parking is also free for AWE, Jazz Vespers, Taize and Reflections in Music. Temporary Permits must be obtained for Congregational/Committee meetings and Congregational Events from the particular facilitator.

  Wheelchair access available from Nelson Street.

St. Andrew’s Wesley seeks to be a welcoming place for all ages!

Children are welcome in the service and are also invited to join us for Summer Church School or Nursery Care if they (or their parents wish). We welcome wiggles in our church and encourage parents to feel at home as they help their child to experience worship. Help children know what is happening and what is expected . . . include them by pointing out where we are in the bulletin, help them find the hymns in the hymn book – encourage them to look and to listen and to embrace moments of prayer. We also have WORSHIP BAGS for children – with crayons, a book and creative material which are located in the narthex (lobby of the church) or at the front right of the church.

There is a NURSERY available for those 2 and under. “The Ark” at St. Andrew’s Wesley’s is a cheery place with our wonderful Caregiver, Pilar Benavides who offers support to our youngest members and their parents. In the space there are toys, books, washroom access, a change table, and a speaker so you can hear the service. There is a parent sign-up for helping in the nursery – please speak with Pilar! We need at least one other adult in the nursery every Sunday helping Pilar care for the children.

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.

Monthly Programs

• 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
• Theology on Tap     
       
• Our gatherings are one Friday a month @ 6:00pm 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
• 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
  (Please note that Healing Touch is on hiatus and will return in September 2013)
  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
• 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
• 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