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May 22, 2026



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Your news this week:

Sunday Service

Spotlight on Our Community: Best Wishes to Gail!

Saint Andrew's Supports Social Justice: Public Talk by Shadia Qubti

Fort Massey Final Service

Volunteers Needed for Drag Me to Church

Job Opportunites at Saint Andrew's

Green Tip of the Week

On The Stage at Saint Andrew's: Drag Me to Church

Sunday Service

This Sunday is Pentecost. Rev. Shaun Fryday will explore the future of the United Church of Canada using the Story of the Dry Bones in Ezekiel and the Coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts.

Upcoming Services:

May 31: Celtic Music and a Baptism

Every Wednesday: Contemplative Service from 6:00 - 6:25 pm

Note: In June our Contemplative Services will begin sabbatical.

Spotlight on Our Community: Best Wishes to Gail!

Next week, we say goodbye to Gail after more than 2 years serving as our Congregational Administrator and Rental Coordinator.


Gail is moving on to a new chapter in her professional life but will continue to join us on Sunday mornings for worship service.


We thank her for all she has done during her time with us, and wish her well in her new position.

Saint Andrew’s Supports Social Justice:

Life of Palestinian Christians Today (Public Talk by Shadia Qubti)

Shadia Qubti is a Palestinian theologian from Nazareth whose work reflects on the ways land, identity, and faith are understood from Palestinian and North American indigenous

perspectives . She lives in Vancouver, where she serves as Community Engagement Animator at Trinity Grace United Church.


Enjoy a spring drive to Wolfville for this important talk.


Thursday, May 28 at 8.30PM

Harvey Denton Hall Lobby, Acadia University

Free and Open to All!


Hosted by Just Peace Working Group and Justice, Mission and Outreach Committee at

the Community Connextion segment of the annual regional conference.

Fort Massey's Final Service June 7

Fort Massey United Church's historic final service is on Sunday 7 June at 10:30am. Entry is through the Tobin Street doors. Everyone is invited. Please join us for Coffee and Conversation prior to the service, starting at 9:45am in the Music Room and then follow the sound of the music into the sanctuary for the pre-service hymn sing and the service. Following the service, Fort Massey family (members and adherents) are invited to a catered lunch in the Lower Hall.


On July 1st, Fort Massey will be amalgamating with St. Matthew’s and Saint Andrew’s to form Halifax United Church.

Volunteers Needed for Drag Me to Church

To make Drag Me to Church a great success, we will need the help of several volunteers on Saturday, June 6 at St. Matthew's.


We're looking for people to help in the following roles:

Greeters

Ticket Takers

Ushers

Runners

Set Up for the Market

Tear Down

Canteen Staff

50/50 Ticket Sellers


If you'd like to volunteer, please contact the office.

Job Opportunities at Saint Andrew's/Halifax United

Office Administrator (Full Time)

This position ensures efficient and timely operations of the church office to effectively support and enhance the work of our mission at Halifax United. This position is vital to the daily functioning, long-term and well-being of the congregation and its facilities, providing solid and impactful support, service, and solutions. They provide support, direction and information while building and maintaining positive relationships within and outside the Halifax United community.

For more information and to apply click here.


Tour Guide (Summer Student)

Office Assistant (Summer Student)

We encourage you to share the information about these positions with any students who might be interested in working at Saint Andrew's this summer.

Details can be found by clicking here.

Social Justice Committee's Green Tip of the Week

Bring your own containers or washed plastic bags to the below stores. Be sure to tare them with the clerk before filling them. 


The Grainery: 2385 Agricola Street

Non-profit, 100% volunteer run organization dedicated to selling local, organic and sustainably grown food. Note: check online or their door for store hours. At the Grainery, bring the products you would like and your containers to the clerk, and the clerk will fill them for you.


Bulk Barn: Many Locations

Self-serve. On Sundays get15% off when you bring your reusable container (paper and plastic bags do not apply for this discount). On Wednesdays 15% off for students and seniors (above 65 years) with valid ID.


Local Source Market: 2790 Windsor Street

Small self-serve section including grains, snacks, creams, serums, and many low waste hair and body care options. They also have many local food options which reduce food transportation, and thus the carbon footprint of your food.

On The Stage at Saint Andrew's

Drag Me to Church

St. Matthew’s United Church

Saturday, June 6

6pm - 2SLGBTQIA+ Market

8pm - Drag Show


After a successful inaugural event last fall, Drag Me to Church returns on Saturday, June 6 at St. Matthew's United Church.


Once again, we’re going to fill the sanctuary with fabulousness and celebrate the artistry, inclusivity, and community of drag! Drag Me to Church is a unique, affirming, and truly fabulous event with local drag entertainers, including host Deva Station, featured performers Lovina Poison, Cookie Cunningham, Bunni Lapin, and Jase Miawei; and spotlight performer Maddie Hadder. 


The show is presented by Saint Andrew’s, St. Matthew’s, and Fort Massey United Churches, and is produced by Lovina Poison. 


The 2SLGBTQIA+ Market is free of charge and open to all ages. The drag show is for an audience aged 18 and older. 

 

All are welcome at Saint Andrew's

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