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Starting September 16th, we will begin an eight-month deep dive into the Gospel of Matthew. This Bible Study will be led by Rev. Susan Brasier with occasional visiting teachers such as Dr. Ger Olegma (who just published a commentary on the Gospel of Matthew). Embedded within this study will be several “short courses.” For example, in October, we will offer a study on the Sermon on the Mount. We will spend January on the parables.

The Study is held in the Iona Room and is open to everyone. We usually start at 6:00 p.m. with a light meal. The study starts at 6:30 p.m. (Please note that on the third Wednesday of the month when we have the Taizé service, class will start immediately following the service). We conclude by 8:00 p.m. The study is offered hybrid. For questions, contact Rev. Susan at sbrasier@standrewstpaul.com

Zoom Meeting ID: 874 8986 0229 Passcode: 680515

SAVE THE DATE! All are welcome to join the Church School and Youth Group to our Annual Apple Picking Event on Saturday, September 26th! A bus will be leaving the church at 10:15 a.m. Bus transportation is FREE – compliments of our Church School. This year we will be going to Labonte de la Pomme (405 rang de l’Annonciation, Oka, QC).

The cost of the trip is $11.00 which includes picking your own apples (+5lb bag), and a pumpkin, plus several amenities such as a tractor ride, mini farm, walking trails, playground, observation hike, boutique, and more! Bring along a lunch, as there is a lovely picnic area to gather. Food is also available at the boutique.

RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST! For additional information or to register, contact Sharon, Director of Church School, at 514-755-0313 or churchschool@standrewstpaul.com. The deadline to register is Wednesday, September 23rd.

Everyone Has a Story…

Come gather around the table for an evening of stories—some funny, some moving, some surprising, and (mostly) true.

Our congregation is full of fabulous storytellers, and this Saturday, September 26th, beginning at 6:30 p.m., we’ll hear a few of them share five-minute tales of humour, grit, courage, and the unexpected moments that helped them through challenging times.

But first, everyone gets a minute. After dinner, you’ll have the chance (if you want to) to select a prompt and share an impromptu one-minute story of your own—something small, memorable, hilarious, meaningful, or simply true enough.

Then settle in for our featured storytellers, followed by dessert and good conversation.

Dinner → One-minute stories → Five-minute stories → Dessert

Come to listen. Come to share. Come because everyone has a story.

Cost: Free will donation
Location: Kildonan Hall

Please RSVP if you’d like to attend. Contact our church office at 514.842.3431 or info@standrewstpaul.com by Friday, September 25th.

Scottish Country Dancing is back on Tuesdays from 6:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Kildonan Hall! Beginners will dance until 8:15 p.m., with intermediate dancers continuing until 8:50 p.m.

Now is a great time for beginners to join the class because we’ll be focusing on easy dances and reviewing figures and footwork for the first few classes. From September 22nd until October 13th we will host a beginner-focused period.

The cost is $10 cash at the door or $5 for those who join the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, and we’re dancing to live piano music! No partner or special dress required. Please wear soft-soled shoes or sneakers. Contact Katie Wood to join at katiemkwood@gmail.com and for details on relocation.

Please join us for our Service of Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m.

September 30th is Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day). This day is dedicated to honouring Indigenous survivors of the residential school system and their families and communities. The Presbyterian church ran some of these schools, so it is particularly relevant for us to reflect on and repent of the harms that were done.

We are honoured that Robert Spade, an Ojibwe musician and teacher at the Schulich School of Music (McGill) will be joining us for this event.

If you have an orange shirt, please wear it!