This week we will be discussing All Saint's Day and its traditions.

We will share some memories of loved ones who are no longer with us.

Kids are invited to bring something that holds a special memory of someone for them, if they wish.

Kids are also invited to wear their Halloween costumes to church and bring some of their candy for a candy exchange with friends!

Hoping all kid's church kids can join us.

Good news!   “Gathering” has resumed!!  You are invited to gather together  and enjoy these informal afternoons with friends as we explore and reflect on various aspects of our life of faith--and how this informs the choices we make as we encounter the important issues of today’s world.  This fall we will using Bishop Mariann Budde’s book “How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith” to focus our time together.  I think Bishop Budde’s will lead us into some very interesting conversations.  We will also  include other topics of interest from time to time.

Handouts will be send out early each  week to help bring a focus to our conversation.   

So bring your coffee or tea or “whatever” and gather around our virtual kitchen table.

If you have any questions or want more information, e-mail me at wildrosie7@gmail.com. Please feel free to invite a friend to join us via Zoom.

I'm looking forward to seeing you all each week.

Anne+

On October 31st St A's will be holding their annual Halloween event ..

bonfire, hot chocolate and trick or treat snacks!!

All Souls Day is a traditional time of remembering those who have recently become our ancestors.  We remember those personal to us, in our communities, and in the world.

We will pray together and, by lighting a candle or laying a stone (please bring if you like), we will remember those who have died.  You may bring a picture of someone you are remembering in particular.

Following our time of prayer, all are welcome for a simple soup and bun supper in our lower hall.

Led by John Kok of Navigator Financial Services

“Every heartbeat brings us one moment closer to eternity.”
King Hezekiah got a clear warning that his time was up and that he needed to put his house in order. We will look at what it means to put “your house in order.”

We will look at this important topic through the legal, financial, and charitable considerations. We will look at real life examples of the good, the bad and the ugly of estate planning. You will learn why many people fail with this critically important responsibility and how you can learn and benefit from their mistakes. 

Monday, November 20^th at 6:30 pm

https://navigatorfinancial.com/

Puzzled by injustice in the world around you? Want to solve the puzzle but not sure where to start? Looking for ways to live out what you believe?

The office is open to callers on Thursday morning from 9am to 12pm (sometimes 1pm).

Phone messages are picked up on Thursday.

Email messages are picked up daily.

The No Room in the Inn campaign this year will help to bring much-needed safety improvements to a play space at WIN House.

About WIN House:

WIN House provides a safe haven for women and children fleeing violence in the Edmonton area. They offer temporary accommodation, nutritious meals, and valuable assistance in navigating support systems. WIN House caters to a diverse range of individuals, providing wrap-around services for long-term success and sustainability. WIN House EMPOWERS women to not only escape violence but to thrive in their new futures!

WIN House supports their clients' entire journeys, from crisis to a safe and sustainable exit from shelter. WIN House is seeing results, including a 66% increase in residents moving into their own homes and a 50% decrease in transfers to other shelters. These are not just statistics, but changed lives.

This year’s WIN House project funds much-needed safety improvements to one of the shelter’s backyard playground spaces, due to a recent inspection that deemed the surface unsafe. The current rubber surface also poses challenges for children and caregivers who use mobility devices, making it difficult to navigate safely. This playground is vital to the families we support, as many feel unsafe going out in public due to the traumatic situations they are escaping. Creating a secure, welcoming play space on-site offers them a crucial opportunity to experience joy, safety, and dignity without fear. These upgrades will create a more inclusive playground for young children and those with mobility or sensory needs. 

To donate by cheque, enter "No Room in the Inn" in the memo line and drop into the offering basket, drop into the church office or donate via e-transfer or tithe.ly.

All donations will be forwarded to WIN house.

Food Banks Canada's HUNGER COUNT 2025 was released this week. In Alberta, there's a 21.8% increase in food bank visits from 2024.

We will be accepting both monetary and physical donations .. please stay tuned for further information in the next newsletter.

Booklets have finally arrived and will be placed in the Narex this Sunday for pickup.

There are four copies of the Waiting in Joyful Hope booklet that are in large print for those who will find it easier reading.

Church Calendars have arrived early this year!!

Please contact Eileen Fairbrother at the Sunday Service, in the coming weeks, if you would like to purchase one.

Alternatively, please contact the church office so that one can be put aside for you.

Administration, address updates, etc: Cheryl at office@staugustinesedmonton.com, 780-466-5532