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Our Mission Statement:
We as Disciples of Christ seek to be
a welcoming Community of Faith
Serving God in Love and Harmony

Congregational Minister: Rev. Dr. Sheila Macgregor

Contact Information:
[email protected]

519-235-0613 or 519-854-6522

Church Secretary: Kathleen Siertsema - 519-565-2854                                                      [email protected]

Rev. Sheila Macgregor
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We gather on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Neutral peoples. We recognize our duty to uphold the treaties governing this land and our roles as treaty people, committed to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation with all First Nation, Métis and Inuit people. 

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A note from Rev. Sheila

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Dear Friends,


With the holiday season soon upon us, Richard and I are hoping that you will be able to attend our Advent-Christmas Open House this coming Sunday! One of the joys of this time of year is getting together with family. For us this includes our Church Family. We are both grateful for the friendships we have formed during our past nearly two years at St. Andrew’s and we are eager to share some holiday cheer with you.

 

This holy season is of course primarily about one very special family, Mary and Joseph and their infant Jesus, whose birth we await with joyful anticipation during Advent. In the Church the annual commemoration of Christ’s birth starts with four weeks of Advent waiting. At St. Andrew’s this always begins  with the Hanging of the Greens. This year we will meet for a potluck lunch at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 29th and then stay afterwards to decorate the church. The next day, Sunday, November 30th,  is the first day of Advent. During our worship service we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper. Then at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, December 14th, there is a wonderful concert at St. Andrew’s with Martha Lawrence, Harpist, Mary McGoldrick, pianist, and the Blyth Festival Strings!

On the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21st, we are delighted to welcome Rev. John Bannerman and the congregation of Knox Presbyterian Church to share in our service, at which Rev. Bannerman will be preaching. Then that evening we will join our friends at Knox at 7 p.m. for their very beautiful and meditative Longest Night worship service.

The Christmas cycle then begins on Christmas Eve with services of worship at St. Andrew’s at 4 p.m. and Knox Presbyterian at 7 p.m. The Christmas season lasts until the Sunday after the feast of Epiphany, January 6th. We pray that we can all join together for these special services of worship, in which we seek to prepare for Christ’s birth through our reflection on the scriptures and the singing of carols. Using an Advent calendar at home, especially one that is scripture and service based, can also help to nurture our faith and better prepare us for the coming of God in Jesus Christ. This is important! Let us remember whose birthday it is that we are celebrating. It is the birthday of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. This Christmas, let’s put Christ back in Christmas!

May God touch your heart with the gifts of hope, peace, joy and love and bless you and yours during these holy seasons of Advent and Christmas and always.


Blessings,



Rev. Sheila

Introduction to our new moderator

The Right Reverend Kimberley Heath the 45th Moderator of The United Church of Canada introduces herself as a minister of 26 years, a follower of Jesus, and a leader committed to meeting the challenges of the world and the church today.

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Located on Highway 21 opposite the Clan Gregor Square in the village of Bayfield.

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St. Andrews is proudly committed to accessibility and offers these features to enhance the experience of those with special needs:

 

  • Wheelchair parking spots adjacent to wheelchair accessible entrance, beside wheelchair washroom
  • Elevator that serves all levels
  • Seating space in sanctuary that accommodates wheelchairs in excellent position to see and hear
  • Pews with soft cushions and large comfortable armchairs near the front
  • Hearing devices available from the ushers
  • Large screen projection during worship service

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