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In this week's newsletter:
Sunday Service
Office Closed for Remembrance Day
Spotlight on Saint Andrew’s Community: We're Growing!
Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice: Adsum Wish List
Shoulder to Shoulder Rally
Jubilee 2025
Miracle on Brunswick Street
On The Stage: Upcoming Events
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The author of this prayer, Military Chaplain Rev. Dr. Neil Parker, will not be with us this Sunday, but his words will. This prayer walks the line of peace and justice, so we who are challenged by that line might say it together. And perhaps say it again, on November 11 when our nation calls for remembrance and reflection.
See you Sunday.
UPCOMING SERVICES you won't want to miss:
Nov. 16 Sunday Service with POLARIS Choir for Change
Nov. 23 Communion
Nov. 30 First Sunday in ADVENT, with guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell
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Every Wednesday Contemplative Service, 6:00 - 6:25 pm
| | Offices Closed on November 11 | Please note the church offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. | | Spotlight on Saint Andrew’s Community: We're Growing! | | |
AMAGLAMATION: Our community is growing!
We are working together on the logistics of next steps for the amalgamation, with July 1, 2026 as our target date to join as one.
We're already coming together in many ways. A big thank you to the Worship and Music Committee and congregation of St. Matthew’s United Church for hosting members of St. Andrew’s and Fort Massey at a potluck dinner on Wednesday evening.
It was a wonderful chance to reconnect with people we have gotten to know during the amalgamation conversation, and to meet others as well, as we prepare to become one faith community next year.
NEXT UP: Here's an invitation for the guys ...
| | Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice: Adsum Wish List | | |
At Adsum, they believe that everyone has the right to safe, secure housing, and seek to lead change to end homelessness through housing, services and advocacy.
As we approach the holiday season, Adsum asking that you consider supporting their Holiday Wish List.
You can make a monetary donation they will do the shopping for you, or you can shop from their Holiday Wish List, and deliver items to our Holiday warehouse (5940 South Street) between December 2-23.
Tap here to download the Wish List, or tap on the button below for more information.
| Protect Tqamuoweye'katic Rally | |
"If you live, work, play, or pray in Nova Scotia, we want you there.
We want to hear your voices."
- Michelle Paul and Glenda Junta, Mi'kmaw land defenders
Shoulder to Shoulder: We are All Treaty People
On Saturday, November 15 at 12pm, meet at the Halifax Commons - Kjipuktuk for a rally to protect Tqamuoweye'katic.
Bring your community banners, signs, flags, and regalia. Bring your drums, songs, and prayers.
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Join voices with KAIROS Canada, Indigenous peoples, global partners, organizations and movements around the world to Turn Debt into Hope. Together we can create a just world for all.
This Sunday, the Social Justice Committee will have a table in the back of the church with more information and petition to sign. The goal is for 100,000 signatures by the end of this year.
You can sign the petition here OR in person at the church on Sunday.
| Miracle on Brunswick Street | |
Join Brunswick Street Mission for Miracle on Brunswick Street.
This gathering warmly embraces our Halifax community, offering a moment to connect and contribute.
Enjoy holiday refreshments, laughter, a holiday market, and great moments with friends and neighbours!
Live music to set the evening aglow featuring:
Heather Rankin
Linda Carvery
Patrick Maubert
Suzy Hansen
Katrina Philip
Eden Reshef
Kaitlyn Thompkins
and more to be announced!
| | On The Stage at Saint Andrew's | | |
Stadacona Band with Dalhousie Collegium Cantorum
November 9
3:00pm
You’re invited to The Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy’s annual Veterans’ Week concert – “Our Veterans, Their Stories” – on Sunday, November 9, at 3pm
A tradition spanning over two decades, the Veterans' Week concert is a powerful community event that pays tribute to those who wore the uniform and fought valiantly to serve and protect our country. This year’s program features special guests Terry Kelly and the Dalhousie Collegium Cantorum and will take place in the historic St. Andrew’s United Church in Halifax (6036 Coburg Road).
Come be part of a special musical commemoration honouring and remembering our brave and inspiring veteran community.
This event is free and open to all; no tickets required.
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Cecilia Presents Illia Ovcharenko
November 15
7:30pm
Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko, one of the world’s most celebrated young artists, electrified our Halifax audience with his stunning performance two years ago, and now he returns to share his artistry once again. Winner of the prestigious Honens International Piano Competition, Illia's breathtaking technique and emotional depth transcend the traditional boundaries of classical performance. He has captivated audiences at venues including Carnegie Hall and the Konzerthaus Berlin, and with orchestras like the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
His richly expressive program features five lyrical and rarely heard works by Sergei Bortkiewicz, including the poetic "Etude" and "Lied Ohne Worte" from “4 Klavierstücke,” and the nocturne-like "Diana" from “3 Pieces.” Also included are Frédéric Chopin’s sparkling “3 Waltzes,” his introspective “Nocturne in E minor,” and the dramatic brilliance of his “Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor.” Franz Liszt’s virtuosic solo piano transcription of Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 7 in A major” brings orchestral grandeur to the program through the hands of a single artist. With a passion for romantic repertoire and an innate ability to connect with listeners, Illia’s second Halifax performance offers an intimate and transformative musical experience.
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