Category: St. Andrew’s News

Congregational Discussion on Sexuality, Leadership in the Church & Marriage

Thursday, May 5th at 7:00 pm

There is a discussion happening in the broader context of the Presbyterian Church in Canada (PCC) regarding human sexuality, leadership in the church and marriage, this is an important conversation. As for our congregation, there will be opportunity Thursday, May 5th at 7:00 pm in Grant Hall to participate in the discussion. If you plan to attend please also plan to do the work of viewing videos and/or reading the Body, Mind and Soul study guide. We want to have an informed discussion and it would be good if everyone came in with some of the background. Below is a list of websites that can be accessed for information. These links will also be provided on the church’s website.

The following link will take you to a number of documents of the PCC.
http://presbyterian.ca/sexuality/#open-for-information-about-overtures-and-feedback
The following link is provided by the Presbytery of Hamilton. Both videos and
transcripts of the videos are available.
http://www.presbykirk.com/humansexuality.html
The following link will take you to an independent webpage: Presbyterians Standing for Apostolic Love and Truth. www.psalt.info

Chronicle Journal Features Easter at St. Andrew’s

What a treat to see the Easter Worship Service at St. Andrew’s featured on the front page of Thunder Bay’s Chronicle Journal. The occasion is past but the joy and hope kindled by the music, meaningful communion and Rev. Joyce’s thoughtful message carry forward into our everyday lives. To view the front page picture and article by click here.

St. Andrew’s Dinner & Auction 2016

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church invites you to a Dinner Auction in support of the Restoration Committee and ongoing efforts to renovate and repair historic St. Andrew’s.

Thursday, April 7th, 6:30 p.m.
Columbus Centre (corner of May & Arthur Streets)

$28 for adults and $10 for children under 12
Call the church office at 623-4273

The fun begins at 6:30 with viewing and bidding on the wonderful array of items in the Silent Auction. Next comes the scrumptious Buffet Dinner prepared by the staff of the Columbus Centre. And then we arrive at the much anticipated Live Auction led by auctioneer Peter Kantola and featuring many great items. Here are just a few:

» Overnight for 2 and dinner for 2—Victoria Inn
» One week camp rental
» Professional Handyman Services (5 hr)
» Lasagna, not one but two!

Gluten free meals are available for the event. If you require a gluten free meal, please contact the St. Andrew’s office (623-4273) by March 30.

Purchase your ticket today and look forward to a great evening while you support the restoration of St. Andrew’s.

Hello, Farewell!

St. Andrew’s has a new Clerk of Session! 
John Mason has stepped into this important position, taking over from Larry Hebert, whose time as Clerk saw the search for a new minister, collapse of ceiling panels in the sanctuary and initiation of the Restoration campaign. Larry continues as co-chair of the Restoration Fundraising Committee and member of the Worship Committee. Many thanks for all the hard work and dedication through this difficult period.

John Mason, in addition to his duties as Clerk, chairs the Mission and Outreach Committee and ensures the presence of ushers to welcome all arriving for Sunday worship services. For an idea about the many talents he brings to the job, visit the Meet the Staff page. Welcome John!

St. Andrew’s has new Administrative Assistant
Kaitlin Wolframe, a native of Thunder Bay and graduate of Confederation College has joined St. Andrew’s as the new administrative assistant, and will be looking after office duties Monday to Friday mornings, taking over from Faye Larsen. Faye will now be free to visit grandchildren and enjoy retired life. Thank you Faye!

How we made a difference

Throughout the year the congregation of St. Andrew’s strives to express our faith through sharing with those in need, locally, nationally and elsewhere in the world. During the Christmas season we make a special effort to bring comfort and joy to those in the area through gifts and cash donations. To read some of the heart-warming responses to our endeavors, click here.