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Programs for all ages

St. Andrew’s -Wesley Church looks to initiate and present different programs, which invite you to explore and share your own Christian story – wherever you may be on that journey. Some are weekly like Disciples Bible Study, some are monthly. Some last a few weeks others last a few months. It is the purpose of the church to have a choice of programs that encourage spiritual growth and help you along your Christian journey.
All are Welcome in this place, seriously.. Everyone!

Junior Youth, Up to Grade 6

We are excited to have a group that meets once a month with caring and energetic leaders!!! Check out the upcoming events: click here

For more information on either event, contact Jen at jen.staw@telus.net

YOUTH GROUP, Grades 7 to Age 18

For more information contact Jen at jen.staw@telus.net or Christine at coleschristine@yahoo.ca

    Vanyaya Website: www.vanyaya.bc.ca.

    YOUNG ADULTS, Age 18 - 45

     

    If you are a Young Adult, yearning for community in a place of Faith, you are so welcome to join this group at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church. This ministry is geared for those who fall between the ages of 18 and 45 (roughly) to gather with others who share a common faith for fun social events, getting to know one another, and for special events throughout the year. We hold monthly events, gather for random lunches following the service on most Sunday’s (meet at coffee time following church), and have special events like our retreats, Thanksgiving dinner, and the Easter potluck and vigil.

    Check us out, contact details below!

    For information and to rsvp for any events or for any pastoral care concerns please contact group coordinators:

     

    Curt Allison Curt.Allison@ExpressPros.com 604 805 1841
    Doris Kizinna dkizinna@bc.united-church.ca 604 341 2724

    check out www.wondercafe.ca, the united church website for this generation

    Breaking Bread - Older Adults, 45+ (give or take)

    If you are an Older Adult, yearning for community in a place of Faith, you are so welcome to join this group at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church. This ministry is geared for those who fall over the age of 45 (roughly) to gather with others who share a common faith for fun social events, getting to know one another, and for special events throughout the year. We hold monthly events, gather for random lunches and outings. Check out the upcoming events: click here

    Men's Breakfast Club

    TO TASTE THE SPIRITUALITY OF MALE CONVERSATION

    Men’s Breakfast—2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 7:00-8:30am in the Salon—We prepare breakfast: oatmeal, all kinds of fruit, toast and jam, orange juice, tea and coffee, then we sit together at a square of tables and practice the discipline of sharing food while listening to the events and concerns of our lives. We find themes and pursue them. The poetry of good conversation touches us. The day goes well.If possible, please contact the office to say you're coming -- helpful information for the breakfast makers. 
    (604-683-4574) office.staw@telus.net ALL MEN ARE WELCOME.

    HEALING TOUCH MINISTRY

    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. The Healing Pathway is an educational programme, with developmental phases, that is designed to train and mentor people in developing the gift and skills of healing hands within the Christian tradition. The “textbook”, Healing from the Heart, is in our church library.

    • When: second and fourth Tuesday of each month
    • Time: 7:00pm
    • Where: St. Andrew's-Wesley Sanctuary
    • Leadership: Roger Phelps & Deb Osmar
    • For more information, click here

    Pastoral Care

    bible study

    Pastoral Care is a personal commitment to provide care and support as needed to those who share in the life of the congregation of St.Andrew's-Wesley United Church. To keep in touch with those participating in the Church, there are regular contacts by volunteers. Concerns or needs or suggestions are passed on to those concerned. Clergy are always available to assist.

    Programs of welcome are regular features for newcomers. The purpose is to express God's love and care for each person and to welcome them into the life of the Church.

    The Word is Out

    Gay & Lesbian Spirituality for Today:

    Join us for a relaxing evening of food, fellowship, and sharing of moments in our lives with other gay and lesbian people of faith. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and get to know the members of this exciting, growing group within our community. The sharing of a potluck meal starts off the evening and moves to discussion of GLBT and Faith exploration.

    For more information contact:
    Curt Allison at 604-687-5856 or 604-805-1841.

    Leadership by Curt Allison.

    Last Tuesday of the month (September - June)

    The Stitching Circle

    children's quilt

    All levels of knitters, crocheters, quilters, and needlework artists are invited to join the Stitching Circle for two hours of camaraderie where projects are shared, ideas are exchanged, and help and advice cheerfully given. We work on personal projects, prayer shawls and make items for the Fall Craft Sale. Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of the month in Marnie's Room from 1 to 3 p.m.

    ***** A warm welcome is extended to all stitchers! *****

    For more information call Marjorie at
    (604) 682-1585.