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September 12, 2025

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In this week's newsletter:

Sunday Service

Amalgamation Information

GLEE Club Launches

Spotlight on Saint Andrew’s Community: Robbie Shaw

Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice

On The Stage: Upcoming Events

There's 'The Word' and 'the word'. The Word of scripture (this week from Proverbs), the word of prayer (with or without words), the word of Peace (passed and passed and passed), the word of welcome. This Sunday Susan will reflect on the broad-brush word religion. Ross Dickson will sing the impossibly beautiful words of Garnet Rogers. Just see how they apply to you ...

Also we'll be extending 'the right hand of fellowship' (traditional church words) to new members of our Saint Andrew's community. 23 people are transferring or joining membership at Saint Andrew's.

See you Sunday.

Saint Andrew's Glee Club

Launches Sept 21

Wonder what it was like to come of age as trans, queer, or an ally in the 1970s, 1990s, or 2010s? Ever wanted to ask someone about the gadget they’re wearing or a button on their bag, but were afraid of offending? Sick of hunting for answers big and small on Reddit and wishing you could just talk to someone in person? Don’t know how Reddit works at all? Separated from your family by geography or emotional distance and looking for support or insight from a Gen Zer or a Boomer? How do we form and keep close bonds as we move through every stage of life?

If any of that sounds like you, we warmly invite you to St. Andrew’s GLEE - Generations sharing Lived Experiences and Education - Club. As an Affirming Church, St. Andrew’s Halifax is committed to supporting queer and trans people who may feel cut off from younger or older generations. The GLEE Club provides a sober, well-lit, safe space where queer and trans people and allies can gather to share stories and experiences.

The first meeting is September 21 at noon.

Lunch will be provided.

For more information, contact the office

office@saintandrewshfx.ca

Spotlight on Saint Andrew’s Community: Robbie Shaw

Robbie Shaw is a beloved and respected member of our Saint Andrew's congregation.

He has given countless volunteer hours to the leadership and life of our community, and to the wider community. He brings a robust spirit to all he does, with a clear-eyed focus on the common good. Currently, Robbie serves on our Saint Andrew's Board of Trustees and Building Committee.

Robbie is now also a TV star! He is featured on CBC’s You Can’t Ask That. (episode 1 of season 3), in an episode about Memory Loss.

In true fashion, Robbie speaks honestly and with humor about his own experience of memory loss.

Tap on the button below to watch You Can't Ask That on CBC Gem. You may need to create an account to see the video, but it is free and worth watching!

Watch "You Can't Ask That" on CBC Gem

Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice

Seniors for Climate - Halifax is partnering with Kairos to hold Draw the Line!, the 2nd Climate Change Info Day, from 1pm to 5pm on September 19, hosted by Saint Andrew's.

This teach-in includes speakers, exhibitors, and all the information you need to take action! This event has a focus for seniors, but all welcome!

The Draw The Line Carnival for Change is on September 20 from 1pm-4pm at Grand Parade. Join an afternoon of skill sharing and activities, followed by a rally. Connect with people across movements and make voices heard on this Global Day of Action. It's a gathering to tell corporations and politicians to put people over profit. United, our movements are unstoppable. Draw The Line is organizing around 5 demands:

1. Economic Justice: Put people over profit. Fund our families and communities.

2. Indigenous Justice: Refuse ongoing colonialism.Uphold Indigenous sovereignty.

3. Migrant Justice: Stop blaming migrants. Demand full immigration status for all.

4. Peace & Anti-War: End the war machine. Stand for justice and peace

5. Climate Justice: End the era of fossil fuels. Protect Mother Earth.

Seniors For Climate is joining Climate Action Network, 350.org and other organizations in global actions from September 19-21, 2025. This will be a worldwide mobilization and a global moment of reckoning.

Learn More About Draw The Line