On behalf of the St Andrew’s Session, I want to begin by expressing our sincere appreciation for your participation and/or your prayers in support of both the Heritage Service and the Annual Meeting.
During the Heritage Service, we celebrated the rich history of our church and made a renewed commitment before God. As an amalgamated and inclusive congregation, let us pass on the legacy of our spiritual ancestors to the next generation.
At the congregational gathering, we reflected on what God has done through our church over the past twelve months under the wonderful leadership of Mark Mitchell. We also rededicated our hearts to the Lord and to our God-given mission as a unified team. Let us continue “to communicate faith, hope, and love–the three Christian virtues–by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community.”
One key item discussed during the Annual Meeting was the election of new Elders for our church using the mail-in ballot method. In the coming weeks, you will be informed of how this important discernment process will proceed. Your continued prayers and thoughtful consideration are greatly appreciated.
As a follow-up to last Sunday’s assembly, I am delighted to invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on the First Sunday of Lent, February 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
This Sunday, and in the following selected Sundays, we will launch a new sermon series titled “The Road to Recovery,” based on two key resources: the Alcoholics Anonymous Twelve Step program and Celebrate Recovery’s Eight Principles, which are rooted in Jesus’s Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount. As we begin this series, I want to emphasize one simple point: This study is designed for all of us, myself included, as each one of us may need a roadmap to freedom from spiritual bondage in one way or another. Your prayers on this topic will be invaluable as we embark on this year of spiritual recovery.
Please find the schedule for The Road to Recovery sermon series, along with other service details, under the church announcements below:
We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online!
Blessings,
Caleb
Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:
Election of New Elders:
St. Andrew’s will be electing new elders to support the congregation using the mail-in ballot option. Full membership persons are eligible for consideration as well as the voting process. More detailed information will be shared in the coming weeks. Your prayers and participation will be greatly appreciated during this critical discernment and procedure.
Shopping Card Orders:
Orders will be collected this Sunday. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports by using the cards.
Association of the Churches:
Youth Unlimited Soupfest at the Lindsay Armories Saturday, February 28, 2026 11 am – 2 pm
$15.00 admission (13 restaurants participating, each restaurant does 2 soups – you get to vote for your favorite soup). This is a major fundraiser for Youth Unlimited.
Communion Service:
The first communion service of 2026 will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Please mark your calendars and be prepared to observe and give thanks for the steadfast and amazing love of Christ shown on the cross. For those on-line please have something to drink and eat with you if you wish to participate.
Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.
World Day of Prayer:
An ecumenical World Day of Prayer service will be held at the Salvation Army in Fenelon Falls at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of prayer, followed by fellowship.
Pulpit Supply Schedule:
Dan Schley will lead our worship service on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A lay speaker from our church (to be confirmed) will lead on Sunday, March 29, 2026. On these Sundays, Caleb, as Interim Moderator, will lead the Ballyduff congregation in worship on March 8 and the Campbellford congregation on March 29.
St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
Spring Bible Study (DVD series by pastor Rick Warren):
“Transformed”–Six Wednesdays, March 25 to April 29. More detailed information will be shared soon.
Upcoming Service Schedule:
February 22: Beatitude 1–Admitting Need (The Reality Choice)
March 1: Communion & Beatitude 2–Getting Help (The Hope Choice)
March 8: Lay Preacher–Dan Schley
March 15: Beatitude 3–Letting God (The Commitment Choice)
March 22 Beatitude 4–Coming Clean (The Housecleaning Choice)
March 29: Lay Preacher (To Be Confirmed Soon)
April 5: Easter Sunday
April 12: Beatitude 5–Making Changes (The Transformation Choice)
April 19: Beatitude 6–Repairing Relationships (The Relationship Choice)
April 26: Beatitude 7–Maintaining Momentum (The Growth Choice)
May 3: Beatitude 8–Recycling Pain (The Sharing Choice)
St. Andrew’s Pastoral Care Ministries
Prayer Shawl–Coordinated by Donna Schley
Prayer Chain–Managed by Barb Silver
Prayer Card–Handled by Sharon Dawson
Pastoral Visits–Served by the Session
If you are aware of someone who could benefit from our pastoral care services (including home communion), please reach out to our coordinators.
Church Email Address:
St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls email address. Please send future e-transfers to [email protected]. Thank you!
Basement Worship Services:
In an effort to reduce fuel consumption this winter, the Session has decided to hold worship services in the basement for the months January to March. Zoom participation will be available as usual.