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January 23, 2026
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Your news this week:
Sunday Service
Potluck Lunch This Sunday
Sign Up for Amalgamation Updates
Spotlight on Our Community: The Cold and The Dark Campaign
Save the Date: Next GLEE Club Meeting & UCW Valentine's Cookie Sale
Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice: Building Bridges
HRM Youth Cluster Gathering
The GO Project
Interfaith and Multicultural Event
On The Stage at Saint Andrew's
| | Sunday Service - January 25 | | |
Make a joyful noise, all the earth.
psalm 100
We praise one another when we do something well. But praising God is another kettle of fish. This Sunday Susan reflects on what praise is in terms of God, who is not looking for compliments. The band and the choir will make some joyful noise. Oh my soul - will they make joyful noise! Prepare to be brought to your feet, friends. It's a PRAISE SUNDAY at Saint Andrew's.
UPCOMING SERVICES you won't want to miss:
Feb 1 Guest Preacher Rev. Canon Charles Bull
Feb 8 Communion
Feb 18 Ash Wednesday Service 6:00 pm
Feb 22 First Sunday in Lent
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm: Contemplative Service
| Potluck Lunch This Sunday | | |
After service this Sunday, let's share a meal, take time to chat, and give a special welcome to friends from Fort Massey.
It's good to be in congregation together, especially when we take time to get to know one another.
Please bring some food to share.
If you would like to help with set-up or clean-up, please email Gail at info@saintandrewshfx.ca.
| | Stay in the Amalgamation Loop! | |
The Amalgamation Committee is collecting email addresses for a newsletter that will keep our community updated on the amalgamation process over the coming months.
To sign up for the email list, please click here.
Please note the last day for the new church name submissions is Monday, January 26.
| Spotlight on Our Community: The Cold and The Dark Campaign | |
Thank you!
$16,758 raised to keep Saint Andrew's warm and bright!
During the season of high heat and power bills, keeping Saint Andrew's warm and bright is a huge financial effort; so, we reached out to our community for help with our The Cold and The Dark Campaign.
We're so grateful and happy to share that the campaign raised $16,658 during the holiday season!
Support of The Cold and The Dark Campaign will help us continue our work, and keep rental prices low for our partner groups and organizations, because, beyond services and our sanctuary, Saint Andrew's is home to many community groups and activities.
Some of these groups are featured in this campaign video ... we just had to share it one more time, but we promise Patricia isn't wearing mittens in the office today!
So many people from our congregation, our many rental groups, and the community beyond our doors gave so generously to the campaign, and we're simply overwhelmed by the support!
Once again ... thank you!
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UCW Valentine Cookie Sale
Sunday, February 8
More details to come!
Our next GLEE Club Meeting
Sunday, February 8
More details to come!
| Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice: Building Bridges | |
Rainbow Refugee Association of Nova Scotia (RRANS) is hosting their regional forum, Building Bridges: Advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer and Refugee Inclusion Through Collaboration, on February 27–28, 202 in Halifax (Best Western Chocolate Lake Hotel) - and they would love for you to join them.
The event will bring together partners from across the settlement, 2SLGBTQIA+, and public sectors to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration, and improve how we collectively support LGBTQI+ newcomers and refugees. We’ll be sharing more details soon, including sessions, speakers, and activities.
For information, updates and to register, visit www.rainbowrefugeens.com/building-bridges.
At Saint Andrew's, we are very concerned about the plight of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in many countries across the world and we are grateful to the Rainbow Refugee Association for the important work they do in sponsoring refugees and providing settlement support.
| | HRM Youth Cluster Gathering | |
Thank you to those you who joined the HRM Youth Cluster gathering last Sunday.
It was truly a wonderful night, including over 60 people, representing 12 churches, including 40+ youth and 20+ young adults and leaders. Thank you for showing up and helping create such a meaningful community.
The next Youth Cluster will take place on Sunday, February 22 at St. Luke’s United Church (5372 St. Margarets Bay Road) from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
RSVP by clicking here.
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Bethany United Church is hosting The GO Project Children & Youth Ministry Workshop on February 7 from 9:30am until 12pm.
This workshop focuses on the evolution and significance of children’s and youth ministry, including intergenerational and justice-oriented approaches.
Please email office@bethanyunitedchurch.ca for inquiries and more information.
Registration closes on January 31.
| Interfaith & Multicultural Festival | |
Ummah Masjid & Community Centre warmly invites you to the Interfaith and Multicultural Festival at Ummah Mosque with your family and friends! Please consider this as a personal invitation to an enriching and enlightening experience filled with joy &, respect. Our Program includes multicultural cuisine, mosque tour, interfaith dialogue, cultural art, free books & More!
February 6th, 2026
10 AM - 2:30pm Main Program
2:30 - 8:00pm Open House
2510 St Matthias Street, Halifax
NOTE: This event is specifically curated to provide a fruitful experience for people of different faiths and beliefs, on the occasion of World Interfaith Week.
| On The Stage at Saint Andrew's | | The Stage at Saint Andrew's is creating community for musicians, and bringing the community to them as well. We’re not trying to take over the local neighbourhood music venues; they are already doing fabulous things. We want to join them! We’re small but meaningful. We’re small but magical. | |
Cecilia Concerts: Mark Fewer & Mathieu Gaudet
Saturday, January 24 at 7:30pm
Pianist Mathieu Gaudet and violinist Mark Fewer come together for a captivating program that spans two centuries of musical brilliance. A Juno Award-winner, Fewer brings expressive depth and fearless versatility to every performance, while Gaudet's nuanced playing adds clarity and warmth. Known for his extensive repertoire and innovative artistry, Gaudet’s performance is complemented by Fewer’s genre-defying violin mastery, with over 200 works premiered throughout his career. Together, they deliver a performance that celebrates the fusion of tradition and innovation, blending virtuosity, emotion, and creativity in a truly dynamic experience.
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Cecilia Concerts: Christian Paquette & Steve Cowan
Saturday, February 21 at 7:30pm
Flutist Christian Paquette and guitarist Steve Cowan present a wonderful program that spans a wide range of musical styles, blending classical, contemporary, and folk traditions. With Paquette’s expressive flute and Cowan’s precise guitar work, this performance celebrates a dynamic fusion of artistry, innovation, and tradition. Their unique pairing of flute and guitar offers a refreshing and intimate concert experience, rich in colour and contrast
| | All are welcome at Saint Andrew's! | | | | |
Sunday Service: 10:30am
Office Hours
Monday - Friday 9:00am -1:00pm
Contact & Newsletter Submissions
(902) 422-3157
info@saintandrewshfx.ca
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