Mindfulness Moment:
"Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it."
—William Arthur Ward
I'm grateful for the community that St. Andrew's nurtures (and that we're nurtured by). What are you grateful for these days?
This Sunday: Jazz Vespers with the Barnstormer Band! Gatsby glitz meets country grit in Barnstormer, a pack of world-class musicians who are imaginative, explosive and charming. Melanie Dekker (leader/singer/banjo), Diane Lines (piano), Kelly Brown (guitar), Allan Rodger (drums), and Tom Keelyside (clarinet/trumpet) will share a joyful vintage musical journey inspired by the spirit of the 1920s.
Jazz Vespers is by donation, and all are welcome!
Sun, Aug 30
4 - 5 pm
A huge thank to all our volunteers, without whom we wouldn't be able to run all the outreach that we do. (And without whom we wouldn't look as well put-together).
You are very much appreciated. Thank you!
Our Emergency Food Program, in partnership with Harvest Project, will continue all year. (It was originally scheduled to take a break after Sept 29).
Drop by on Tuesday mornings (10 - 11 am) to pick up non-perishables. No ID required -- all are welcome!
Thanks to one and all at St. Andrew's United Church North Vancouver - for your kindness in joining with us to serve the community with the Emergency Food Program
Tonight: join us at 6pm in the Sanctuary for our weekly Mindfulness Awareness Meditation. Run by Paul Belserene and Greg Sutton of Vancouver Shambhala Centre, these sessions are drop-in and by donation. All are welcome!
Next Sunday, Aug 30, join us for a 1920s-style Jazz Vespers! Gatsby glitz meets country grit with the Barnstormer Band, a pack of world-class musicians who are imaginative, explosive and charming, and have a dazzling 250 years combined live concert experience. Barnstormer is Melanie Dekker (leader/singer/banjo), Diane Lines (piano), Kelly Brown (guitar), Allan Rodger (drums), Tom Keelyside (clarinet/trumpet).
By donation. All are welcome. See you there!
Mindful Moment:
The soul that gives thanks can find comfort in everything; the soul that complains can find comfort in nothing.
—Hannah Whitall Smith
Today!
All Candidates-Meeting
5 - 7 pm in the Sanctuary
If you've registered, we'll see you there! Looking forward to an interesting debate.
(Learn more here: business.nvchamber.ca/events/details/north-vancouver-chamber-federal-by-election-all-candidates-m...).
If you find yourself by the church, come check out Tyler’s tree that outgrew its home on Rev. Eric’s patio. In memory of Eric’s great-nephew, Tyler, this magnolia has been lovingly planted by Rose, Eric and Thomas on the church’s back lawn where he is doing well and seems to be loving his new home.
Beautiful 💝
We're hosting this All-Candidates Meeting THIS WED (Aug 19) in our Sanctuary. Registration required -- please use the link in the event.
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Wed, Aug 19, 5 - 7 pm
To register: www.nvchamber.ca/by-election
Before the North Vancouver Chamber Federal By-Election, join us to hear directly from candidates for North Vancouver–Capilano on the issues shaping our community. A moderated panel discussion will focus on key issues affecting businesses, residents and the broader community, including affordable housing, transportation, access to skilled labour, trade relations and tariffs. Due to the limitations of time, they are likely unable to take questions from the audience. Registration is required for admission. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
Welcome to our new Community Outreach Coordinator, Kathrin! Bringing her experience as a food scientist, she is "looking forward to bringing my love for growing and making food to this amazing community, as well as some new ideas for the garden and kitchen of St. Andrew's."
If you see Kathrin around the church, be sure to stop and say hi!
UPCOMING EVENT:
Jazz Vespers with the Barnstormer Band
Aug 30, 4 - 5pm
On Sun, Aug 30, join us to welcome The Barnstormer Band as our guest for Jazz Vespers! Barnstormer is joining us for the first time, and we're pretty excited about it.
Gatsby glitz meets country grit. Barnstormer is a pack of world-class musicians who are imaginative, explosive and charming, and have a dazzling 250 years combined live concert experience. Walk right in and get your wiggle on as you enjoy a vintage, joyful musical journey inspired by the spirit of the 1920s. Come prepared to leave with a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Barnstormer is Melanie Dekker (leader/singer/banjo), Diane Lines (piano), Kelly Brown (guitar), Allan Rodger (drums), Tom Keelyside (clarinet/trumpet).
By donation. All are welcome!
Our Sanctuary is open from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Mondays to Fridays (excluding holidays). All are welcome to drop by for a moment of quiet, self-led reflection or prayer.
St. Andrew's is an Affirming Ministry -- we warmly, actively welcome all people, regardless of sexual orientation, race, class or economic background.
We celebrated Pride this past month with a special service, and special decorations.
You are loved! You are welcome! 🏳️🌈❤
Love your pride flag. Where did you get it?
Our Mindfulness Awareness Meditation, led by Greg Sutton and Paul Belserene from Vancouver Shambhala Centre, continues through the summer. Drop-in tonight at 6pm (or another Monday) for an hour of meditation. By donation. All are welcome!
A reminder: tomorrow is our BLOCK PARTY!
Join us from 4 - 6 pm on the back lawn for hotdogs, games, music, and lovely company. 🙂
Hope to see you there!
#DYK, Derek Maroney -- who plays bass at our Sunday services -- has written a kid's book!
“In a world where the Vowels and Consonants live in two separate cities, communication can be tricky. Nobody seems to know how to solve this problem, until a curious Y arrives from a faraway land. 'Why is there a big big wall between the two cities? Why does everyone seem so sad? Why can’t they work together?' He has lots of questions…"
Available online.
Rev. Eric became our Lead Minister on July 1.
Congratulations, Rev. Eric -- we're lucky (and happy) to have you!
Come see what Rev Eric can do and how he loves his community.
Congratulations, Rev Eric. Happy for both you and your church family.
Congratulations, Eric. A great relationship and leadership is already starting to blossom, and can only get stronger..hugs..❤️🤗🙏
Congratulations Eric!!!!
Congratulations!!! Happy for you!!!! 🥰
Eric you look right at home!!!!
Amazing 👏
Rejoice Hallelujah!
wow that totally rocks
Congratulations Eric
Update from North Shore Community Resources re today's Singing Under the Sun program (cancelled today for poor air quality).