Services

Sunday Morning Services
Each Sunday at 10:30 am, year round

Hymn Sing 

Hymn Sing is your chance to choose some of your favorite hymns. 
Come at 10:20am and be ready with your choice. 

Church School

We at St. Andrew’s-Wesley are excited about our young and thriving Church School. There are four classrooms for different ages – our Nursery or “The Ark” for those 2 and under with Lauren Cryder and volunteers, “The Upper Room” for those 3 to grade 1 with Jen Cunnings (Minister with Children and Families) and volunteers, a new classroom for those grades 2 to 6 with Camille Noullet, Missy Taylor and volunteers and the “Youth Room” for our youth with Christine Coles and Nicole Morgan. In the Nursery children gather for free play and then are invited for a simple snack, story and song. “The Ark” or Nursery is a cheery place with toys, books, an incredible mural and creative materials! In the Upper Room the children are engaging in Godly Play©. In our new classroom for those grade 2 to 6 our teachers are using the Seasons of the Spirit Curriculum© (a lectionary based curriculum), along with using at times, Godly Play©. Our Youth Programme on Sunday mornings includes a bit of Godly Play, Seasons of the Spirit as well as leadership from the youth themselves helping to facilitate discussions on themes that they are interested and curious about – with the assistance of the teachers. Children and youth gather for worship with their families and the rest of the church family at 10:30am (10:20am for the hymn sing). We have Children’s Bulletins to help children follow along and engage (with simple explanations of what is happening) as well as Worship bags (that include a book and some creative materials). Each Sunday morning a child lights the candle marking the beginning of our worship together. Children and families are invited to the front soon after the service begins. This time in the service is spent with Rev. Gary Paterson and Jen and is exciting for the children as well as the adults. Following the time with Gary, the children leave for church school. During Church School, Parents are invited to stay with their children until they are comfortable but they are also welcome to return to worship. If you have any questions, please contact Jen Cunnings, our Minister with Children #604-683-4574 (local 226) or jen.staw@telus.net

Healing Services

Healing setvices are held following morning worship for those seeking healing for themselves or for family or friends. These are brief (20-25 minute) services of Scripture and prayer where persons may be named and included in prayer. Individuals may come forward in the service for personal prayers.

The services are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month in the Chapel adjoining the Sanctuary following the regular l0:30 am worship service.

Holy Communion

Holy Communion is celebrated by the congregation of St.Andrew's-Wesley Church on the first Sunday of each month. Some members prefer a more frequent celebration of the Sacrament than once a month. To respond to this need, Communion may now be received in the Chapel on the 3rd Sunday of the month following the l0:30 am worship service. All those who seek to serve God's Kingdom on earth are welcome.

Sunday Afternoon Service

Jazz Vespers

Where Jazz meets the Spirit. Each Sunday @ 4:00 pm, year round
Click here for a schedule

Sunday Evening Services

Reflections In Music: Second Sunday of the month at 7:00pm

Our candlelit, meditative and musical service is led by Minister of Music, Darryl Nixon, Rev. Tom Miles and the St.Andrew's-Wesley Vocal Ensemble, guest instrumentalists and boys choir. A gentle contemplative way to renew your spirit through music and reflection. click here

Traditional Taize Prayers: Fourth Sunday of the month at 7:00pm

This candlelit meditative time is modelled on the Prayers as practiced at Taize in France. Repetitive chants are led by Rachel Landrecht and Darryl Nixon. The Bible is read in multiple languages. Prayer around the cross. Another gentle contemplative way to renew your spirit.

SEASONAL SERVICES

LENT

• Wednesday, February 22, 2012
  12:30pm & 7:00pm - ASH WEDNESDAY Service
  Preacher & Presider: The Rev. Kathryn Ransdell

  HOLY WEEK

  • Sunday,April 1
    10:30am Service - PALM SUNDAY
    Preacher & Presider: The Rev. Kathryn Ransdell
    Communion 
  • Thursday, April 5 
    7:00pm - MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE
  • Friday, April 6 
    10:30am - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
  • Sunday, April 8  
    10:30am Service - EASTER
    Preacher & Presider: The Rev. Kathryn Ransdell

  Blue Christmas Service 2012

  Monday December 24th, 7:00pm in the Chapel, with Rev. Gary Paterson offering leadership. Many of us, at times, find that feeling “Christmas Cheer” can be a challenge. All around us are images of families and laughter – everyone seems to be having a good time. But maybe there have been difficult and sad changes in your life this past year – the death of a friend, or a loved one; the loss of a job. Sometimes it’s simply distance from family that makes Christmas a challenging time. Sometimes it’s not even something you can put your finger on – it’s just that the Christmas season gets to you. This service on the 24th, on the longest night of the year, is an opportunity to acknowledge that Christmas can bring “hard” feelings – being open about this in the context of worship can open up avenues of God’s grace. All are welcome to this service.

  Christmas Eve 2012

  

  2:30pm Parent & Tot Service

  4:00pm Christmas Eve Jazz Vespers with The 3 Divas

  7:00pm Family Service

  11:00pm Candlelight Service
  
  
  

  Christmas Day 2012

  10:30am Christmas Day Service

  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 free for any of the other Services mentioned above but it is necessary for you to register your vehicle number in the entrance of the Church.