Welcome to St. Laurence

Join us this Sunday for worship

as we reflect on God's care

and remember our Saints

During the service, there will be time to honour the saints in your life.

You are invited to bring a picture or memento

by which to remember them.

See bulletin here

CONVERSATIONS and STUDIES

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STEWARDSHIP AT ST. LAURENCE

Why I Choose to Be at Member of St. Laurence

 In response to a decision to become more involved in my community in 2013, I landed at St. Laurence. It had just had a face-lift and the sanctuary was full of light, beautiful and inviting. The people were warm and welcoming. The word "intentional" on the bulletin stood out for me. The clergy talked about "spiritual practices" and living out a new "vision" for the church. I thought that these people must be serious about their faith and it might be a place where I could find nourishment for my own faltering faith.

I loved the music...so much good singing, led by a choir who sang with purpose and commitment. I loved the homilies delivered by the Reverend Anna and Reverend Don who preached about a God of love for all and expanded on the new vision for the church. I enrolled in a course called "Living the Questions" where I learned to be more inclusive in my theology and to have a deeper understanding of God's Presence in my life. 

I became involved in Sunday School and in how to interpret to children, Jesus's message to love God, to love your neighbour and to forgive. That was a challenging and humbling experience. I spent time on Parish Council and time as a Warden where I learned the ways of Anglicanism and enjoyed the company of other parishioners. Social justice became important as we joined a new organization, Calgary Alliance for the Common Good. Meeting with others in Thursday morning prayer times has been meaningful as has joining with others to support our friend, Laura in her ministry of sending medical supplies to Ukraine. Good singing at St. Laurence continues, led by Donna and now Marian. As a senior, I have found that singing in the choir is enjoyable and good for the body and the soul.

I am grateful for St. Laurence and for all the people I have met there since 2013. I have grown as a child of God and I continue to be nourished in my faith, thanks to Reverend Jane, the clergy and every single person who participates in the life of the community.

Phyllis Hawley 

October 27, 2026

Are you interested in a Advent study?

Let Jane know! We are still looking for a study; two possibilities are below.

Dates: Tuesday November 17, December 1, 8, 15.

All Hallows Eve

Treats on the Street!

Join the fun as we share treats, hot chocolate,

and hospitality to our neighbourhood tirick and treaters.

Saturday, October 31, 5pm to 8:00 pm

ST. LAURENCE

This Week in Parish 

Saturday 5:00 pm Treats on the Street

Sunday 7:30 pm Taize

Monday 11:30 am Womens' lunch Pho Pham

Thursday 10:00 am Centering Prayer

                    7:30 pm Choir Practice

Saturday 9:30 am Wisdom Centre: Centering Retreat

Announcements

Garrison Woods Services (Marda Loop) is on the Second Monday of the month

at 11:00 am

Garrison Green Services (Near Mount Royal College) is on the 4th Monday of the month at 11:00 am

Reading spots are open until December, please sign up online or contact Kelly in the office.

2026 Women's Lunches Pho Pham Restaurant

November 2

December 7

2027 Women's lunches 11:30 am Pho Pham Restaurant Signal Hill Centre

January 4

February 1

March 1,

April 5

May 3

June 7

Pastoral Care: If you or your loved ones are ill or desire pastoral care, please let Jane know at 403-324-1958

Prayer Ministry at St Laurence

If you have a prayer request, the best way is to email Ross or phone him at 403-606-2525.

Please Pray for victims, families, military personnel, first responders, and communities affected by the tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, and for the military Chaplains ministering to the needs of those involved.

Please Pray for our brothers and sisters caught up in the current war in the Middle East.

What is getting in the way

of connecting with yourself,

others and the Divine?

On the potter's wheel, nothing lasting can be created until the clay is centered.

Our lives work the same way.

Working with clay by hand, we'll explore ways to center our lives.

Maybe you and your partner keep circling the same argument. Maybe you're snapping at your kids more than you'd like. Maybe stillness and prayer feel farther away than they used to. There's a reason this happens, and it can change.

Join Nancy Shadlock of Centered Mental Fitness and Pam Ehlert (SoulStream Partner) in partnership with The Wisdom Centre for a day of hands in clay, soulful conversation and simple neuroscience-based practices that bring your wisest self back online.

You'll leave with:

• Clarity on the inner Saboteur that most often pulls you away from the people you love

• Several 10-second tools you can use the moment it shows up

• New friends who also want to live from their wisest place

• A clay piece to carry the learnings from day home with you  

Centered Retreat

Featuring: Nancy Shadlock and Pam Ehlert

Date and Time: Saturday, November 7

9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Cost: $50 early bird until October 30, then $65. 

Register here for this event

Please bring your own lunch. Beverages, morning snacks, and all materials included.

Location: The Wisdom Centre,

5940 Lakeview Drive SW Calgary

ALONGSIDE HOPE

Christmas is coming.

Please consider purchasing Christmas cards from Alongside Hope. This year's offerings are two lovely watercolour illustrations.

Check out the website at alongsidehope.org

Using the menu, select Get Involved.

Select Alongside Hope at Home.

Select Christmas cards 2026.

You may order on line or contact your parish representative – Carol Gardiner.

Thank you for your support.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

Referendum 2026 Results:

On October 19^th, just over 2,000,000 Albertans voted in this important referendum. The Question 10 votes were approximately 75% in favour of the Stay in Canada option.

On Questions 1-9, the Yes and No vote counts were often close.  For the final status on these questions, check this website: results.elections.ab.ca/8400

Many thanks to all of you who did the work of this campaign. You informed your families, your neighbours, and your friends of the importance of voting in this referendum and then encouraged them to get out to vote. It was indeed a community effort, resulting in a high turnout to secure Alberta’s place as a province in Canada.  

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

IN OUR COMMUNITY

Transgender Day of Remembrance 2026

Young Adult Anglicans Calgary and Campus United at the University of Calgary invite Calgarians of all ages to attend this service honouring those transgender and gender-diverse members of our community who have lost their lives to bigotry, discrimination, and hatred.

Grounded in the Anglican and United Church traditions, this will be an opportunity to reflect, remember, and recommit ourselves to the work of justice.

Where: Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 – 1st St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5H8)

When: Friday, November 20: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

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If you have questions or would like to volunteer for this important event, please contact us at hello@younganglicansyyc.ca.

"For many people around the world, the comic sensibility and the world of faith sit beside each other uncomfortably if at all -- the ultimate case of reverent awe versus irreverent play. But what if humour is not only fundamental to the life of faith, but arguably impossible without one? Two-time Juno-nominated stand-up comedian, cartoon voice actor, radio broadcaster, humourist, and practicing Anglican Charlie Demers will speak on two of his very favourite subjects.” 

Fire Exit Theatre

November 6th at 7:30PM at the Heather Edwards Theatre (inside Contemporary Calgary) 701 11St. SW

The Church of the Good Shepherd is launching an Affordable Counselling Ministry for those who may not qualify for mental health services or have insurance coverage for counselling. This ministry is designed to have volunteer Counsellors come alongside people with compassionate, affordable support in seasons of relationship difficulty, grief, loss, anxiety, and vocational or career uncertainty.

If you are interested in learning more about volunteering with this program there are brochures in the lobby. You can also visit the website here for more information: https://www.anglicangoodshepherd.ca/news/volunteers-needed-for-counselling-ministry

DIOCESAN EVENTS