Dear Friends in Christ,
You and your loved ones are warmly invited to join us for our hybrid service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. During the service, we will conclude our Road to Recovery sermon series with Beatitude 8, titled “Carrying the Message – The Sharing Choice.”
We look forward to worshipping with you, whether in person or online, at this upcoming divine assembly!
Blessings,
Caleb
Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:
Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning was carried out by St. Andrew’s Women of the Church this past Tuesday. The church space is now much cleaner, and the sanctuary, in particular, is ready to welcome both those attending in-person services and those joining via Zoom, after gathering in the basement over the past months. Many thanks to everyone who came and generously gave their time and effort to clean the church.
Elder Election
The St. Andrew’s Session expresses its sincere gratitude to the congregation for your prayers and participation in the election of new elders. The names of the newly elected elders will be announced from the pulpit during worship. More details, including the ordination service, will be shared in the coming weeks.
Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated. Last month, we donated 26 lbs. of food due to your generosity!
Spring Bible Study via Zoom
“Transformed: How God Changes Us” (DVD series by Pastor Rick Warren)
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Session 7: Transformed in My Vocational Health
This will be the final session. Our thanks go to everyone who has participated in this study over the past six weeks.
Session Meeting
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. via Zoom
St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the Church basement. Everyone is warmly welcome to join this fellowship.
Upcoming Service Schedule
May 3: Beatitude 8–Recycling Pain (The Sharing Choice)
May 10: Mother’s Day
Vacation and Study Leave for Caleb
Caleb will be on vacation from May 12 to Jun 14, 2026 and will then be on study leave from June 15 to July 3, 2025. During this time, Rev. Ian Marnoch, Minister of Knox Bobcaygeon, will be available to provide emergency pastoral care. His contact information is as follows: Email: [email protected] & Office Phone: 705-738-4086.
Pulpit Arrangements during Caleb’s absence:
May 17: Mission Awareness Service led by St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
May 24: Lizz Hoyle
May 31: Dan Schley
June 7 (Communion): Rev. Terry Ingram
June 14: Shane Baker
June 21: Mark Mitchell
June 28: Dale Bird
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.