December 19, 2025

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In this week's newsletter:

Sunday Service

Christmas Eve Services

December 28 Joint Service

Our Sanctuary Poinsettias: In Memory of

The Cold and The Dark Campaign Update

Christmas Office Hours

On The Stage

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son.

That whosoever believeth in him should not perish,

but have everlasting life.

John 3:16

The Cold and The Dark Campaign Update

THANK YOU !

$12,485

has been donated to the Cold and Dark,

a campaign to support our winter heating and lighting costs.

We received donations from all areas of our Saint Andrew's life:

congregation members,

musicians and listeners-of-musicians,

scouts and scouting parents,

exercisers and yoga-practioners,

and more.

We are already feeling warmer and brighter

thanks to the generosity of our Saint Andrew's community.

Office Hours

Office Closure

The office will close at noon on Wednesday, December 24 and reopen on Monday, January 5, to allow our staff to spend time with loved ones and celebrate this sacred season.

Newsletter

Our newsletter will pause. Look for the first edition of 2026 on Friday, January 9

On The Stage at Saint Andrew's

Seafarer Trio

December 21

7:30pm

Join the Seafarer Trio, including our own Julia Jordan, as they share Songs for the Wintertide. This will be a merry evening of Christmas music for harp, cello and voice. 

Admission is at the door by suggested donation of $20.

Chebucto Symphony:

Messiah from Scratch

December 27

1:00pm Rehearsal

3:30pm Performance

Now in its 45th year, Messiah from Scratch unites musicians and singers to perform selections from Handel’s Messiah in support of community organizations.

Participants of all skill levels join a two-hour rehearsal with provided scores before performing live for the public.

Proceeds will be allocated to benefit Feed Nova Scotia and various other local charitable organizations. We encourage attendees to bring canned food donations to support this cause.

Price: $20 total ($10 participation fee + $10 refundable score deposit) 

Symphony Nova Scotia: Open Waters Festival

January 8

7:30pm

Featuring Karl Hirzer, conductor Symphony Nova Scotia.

Expect the unexpected with Symphony Nova Scotia at the Open Waters Festival! Conducted by Karl Hirzer, this new music concert features works by incredible composers. Don’t miss this extraordinary concert of new music!

Sunday Service 10:30am

Office Hours

Monday - Friday 9:00am -1:00pm

Contact & Newsletter Submissions

(902) 422-3157

info@saintandrewshfx.ca

www.saintandrewshfx.ca