Pumpkin Stroll Outreach:
The Mission Team would appreciate donations of candy (no nuts) for the Pumpkin Stroll Family Outreach on Thurs. October 23rd. Donations can be left in the marked bin at the back of the sanctuary. Thank you for your support! To learn more about this great community event that supports Ancaster Community Services and one of our local schools, go HERE.
Neighbour To Neighbour Appeal (aka Potato Day)
The Annual Howard Atkin Appeal for Neighbour to Neighbour will be held on Sunday, November 16, 2025. This annual event is in memory of Howard Atkin, a beloved member of St. Andrew’s who was our last WW2 veteran to see active duty. Howard began this appeal by asking for bags of potatoes, but today the needs of Neighbour 2 Neighbour are best met by a special offering. If you use regular offering envelopes, just write “Potato Day” on the special fund line.
Worship Livestreaming – Starting in September, all of our Sunday services are livestreamed to YouTube. You will find a direct link in our weekly newsletter, or look up our YouTube channel:
St. Andrew’s Steeple
Restoration work on the St. Andrew’s Steeple began this past Tuesday. As you can see, there’s been good progress so far. Full completion will depend on the weather. The cost for this project is estimated at $60,000. If you have not received a pledge package, please speak to Alison Korosi. All packages have been distributed. To date, we have received pledges and donations of $42,500 which is very encouraging. Thank you to all.
St. Andrew’s 200th Anniversary in 2026
At the Annual Meeting in March, it was announced that we would be forming a special Team to prepare for St. Andrew’s 200th Anniversary celebrations in 2026. A team has been formed. If you have some ideas to contribute, or would like to help out with individual projects or events please speak to David Moore or send him an email at dgmoore11@gmail.com.
Friday Night Faith Talks – The Bible and Science
Have been moved to Wednesday morning. Gary Chiang will be hosting monthly Bible and Science talks in 2025. These will be informal discussions on how the stories in the Bible contain information that is important to us in our scientific age. Gary is a member of St. Andrew’s and Emeritus Professor of Biology at Redeemer University. The sessions will resume on Wednesday’s in Nov. at 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Grief Share Peer Group
If you have experienced the passing of a life partner or significant other, you might be interested in joining a peer led healing group that will enable you to walk with others who are on a similar path in their journey from grief to peace. This group will be facilitated by Laura Doull, a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Educator in Women’s & Babies and Children’s Health. If you might consider participating or have questions, please contact Laura at doulllau@hotmail.com or 905-577-7336.
Prayer Gatherings
Our Lectio Divina group meets Wednesdays at 9:30am. Our Prayer Team meets Thursdays at 9:30am. Both groups meet in the sanctuary. If you have questions, please contact Diane Robb.
Knit 4 Need
A group of St Andrew’s knitters meet on Wednesday from 2 – 4 pm at the home of Edith Carlton, #14-210 Fiddlers Green Road, Ancaster. Everyone is welcome, knitters and non-knitters. Needles and yarn are available. This group has a missional focus on providing warm blankets for the homeless. Yarn donations would be appreciated and can be left at the back of the sanctuary. For more info contact Esther Blackwell, 648-6489.