On Saturday, September 30, at 6:00 p.m., The Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul will hold our second annual service to mark the Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Indigenous and settler-descendant voices will be raised in story, song, and prayer to Creator God. The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, Rev. Mary Fontaine, a member of the Cree First Nation of Mistawasis, Saskatchewan, will offer a homily. Singer-songwriter Shauit, a member of the Innu community of Mani-Utenam, will reprise his much-appreciated appearance last year, Kahnawake elder Don Barnaby will reflect on our nearby community and our ministers, Rev. Dr. Glenn Chestnutt and Rev. Susan Brasier will offer prayers. As last year, dozens of candles will be lit in memory of the victims and survivors of the residential schools, and orange t-shirts will fill the sanctuary.

Attendance at this remarkable service is very definitely open to all of any faith or no religious faith who share the hope of restoring right relations with our Indigenous brother and sisters.

Our Church School and Youth Group invite the congregation to join them for their Annual Apple Picking Event at Quinn Farm, on October 1st. Bus transportation will be provided – Reservations are a must, so please contact Sharon if you would like to join us for this fun outing!!! Please read below for details.

When: Sunday, October 1st after the Service.
Cost: $12.00/person which includes admission to the farm animals, play yard, tractor and wagon ride to the apple orchard. Bags for apple picking are $15 for 7lbs and $29 for 16 lbs, and you can eat as you pick!!!!
Bring along a picnic lunch, or buy a lunch and delicious baked goods at the beautiful Farm Shop. Bus transportation is provided compliments of our Church School and Youth Group. Reservations are a MUST – please contact Sharon at churchschool@standrewstpaul.com

All are welcome to join the fabulous A&P Choir’s Wine & Cheese Recital on October 12th!

Come to hear the wonderful singers of our choir in a different setting. You will hear solo arias, duets, songs from musical theatre, pieces for the whole choir, and more in the beautiful Kildonan hall of The Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul.

During the concert you are invited for a glass of wine and an array of lovely cheeses from the renowned Fromagerie Hamel, selected by our choir’s own professional cheese expert Alex Porras. You are more than welcome to enjoy the wine and cheese whilst enjoying the recital.

Tickets are available for sale in the back of the church after the services the upcoming Sundays, and at the door on October 12th. Prices are $45 and $20 for students. Extra donations are welcome by cash or card.

The funds will go to the Music Department of The Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul, and will ensure the continuation of all our activities including the special services such as our Carols by Candlelight, February Vigil, and Good Friday service.

We invite everyone to join for a splendid evening of exquisite treats and music, and to get to know everyone in the Music Department and the choir in a convivial and warm setting. Come join us, and invite anyone you know who might be interested in an evening of tasty wine and cheese and top-notch music!