Author: StAndrewsFF

Dear Friends in Christ,

I want to follow up on a couple of announcements Dan shared last Sunday.

First, as a church family, we were delighted to celebrate the significant milestone God enabled John Nicholson to accomplish over many dedicated years. As many of us know, John recently celebrated  an extraordinary 50-year career at Lindsay Buick GMC in Lindsay, alongside a remarkable 60-year membership in the technician guild. We are so proud of you, John! A wonderful video of the ceremony held in his honor can be viewed on the following link:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FS7xtqJwH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Second, following the disappearance of our previous laptop, our Zoom service technology has been restored and upgraded. This was made possible by the generous donation of a new laptop by an anonymous donor. We are deeply grateful for their heart toward God and His church!

Thirdly, the tiles on the ceiling in the sanctuary have now been secured. While this repair might seem simple at first glance, it required removing a couple of pews and erecting scaffolding to reach the high ceiling. We extend our thanks to Jordan MacCaughley, as well as everyone who worked on these repairs.

In addition to last Sunday’s announcements, I would like to share news of a Presbytery appointment. At the October Presbytery meeting, Dan Schley was appointed as the Safe Church Training Coordinator for our Presbytery. Please keep Dan in your prayers as he steps into this role, that God would grant him wisdom and guidance in serving our wider church community.

With these updates in mind, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid service this Sunday, October 25, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online. Dan Schley will be sharing the Word of God with us, while I will be leading the Ballyduff congregation in worship as Interim Moderator. We are grateful for Dan’s spiritual leadership in our service this Sunday.

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Session Five:  Mercy is Kind to Enemies
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Please join us for this meaningful journey whenever you are available and feel led to participate.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 42 lbs. of food due to
your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Operation Christmas Child
Shoeboxes are now available at the back of the church! If you would like to participate in this wonderful ministry for children around the world, please pick up a shoebox today and return it packed by November 15, 2026.

Caleb’s Study Leave & Emergency Pastoral Care Notice
Dates: November 10 – November 24, 2026
Emergency Pastoral Cover: Rev. Ian Marnoch (705-738-4086; [email protected])
For any urgent pastoral concerns while Caleb is away on study leave, please contact Rev. Marnoch directly.

Pulpit Supply Schedule
November 15: Remembrance Sunday led by Mark Mitchell
November 22: Presbyterians Sharing Sunday led by the St. Andrew’s Session

Church Website Updates:
Our church website continues to be updated and enhanced. In response to a request from our denomination’s Life and Mission Agency, we have recently added a dedicated section for Church Safety Policies. Please take a moment to visit our website (https://pccweb.ca/standrewsff) and review these updates.

Pastoral Visits & Home Communion
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and available elders, would like to conduct  pastoral visits this fall. Home communion is also available upon request. If you or someone you know would appreciate a visit or this time of fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.

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 Presbyterian Church, Fenelon Falls,  email address:  [email protected]. Please send future e-transfers to this email address. Thank you for your continued support!

St. Andrew’s Website and Flickr Account
St. Andrew’s website has been updated, and a new Flickr account has recently been created to share online photo albums. Service Information, church announcements, and videos of the weekly Sunday message are posted on our church website for those who wish to watch at their convenience. Visit our website at www.pccweb.ca/standrewsff.

Mission Statement
The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.

Inclusivity Statement
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fenelon Falls is a member of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. At St. Andrew’s, we believe that we are all one in Christ, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability. We welcome into our church everyone who seeks to love God and participate in an open and supportive congregation that is grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. The journey of Christian faith is ongoing and we continuously pray for God’s guidance as we listen to and learn from one another.

Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that our church is situated on the traditional territory of the
Mississauga/Anishanaabe First Nations Peoples. As a reconciled and reconciling people, we work and pray for the day when all people and all creation will be reconciled to each other and to our Creator God.

Dear Friends in Christ,

One item on our church’s Thanksgiving gratitude list is the music library created for our hybrid worship services. As Dan shared during this past Sunday’s announcement, we are so grateful to Jane Veale and the Kim Brothers for their ongoing contributions. In particular, Jane has recorded an incredible library of 222 hymns for our services since the COVID-19 pandemic–along with 49 recorded by the Kim Brothers–expanding on her faithful ministry as our music director (2004–2021). Her catalog spans dozens of selections across every season of the church calendar.

Using pre-recorded music has proven wonderfully effective for our worshippers, whether joining us in the sanctuary or via Zoom. Once again, Jane, thank you so much for your heart toward God and His church!

With this reflection in mind, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid service this Sunday, October 18, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online. We will continue our fall sermon series, The Miracle of Mercy, with Part 3: “How Much We Matter to God.”

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Session Four: Mercy is Patient with Difficult People
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Please join us for this meaningful journey whenever you are available and feel led to participate.

Pulpit Supply Schedule
Dan Schley will lead our worship service on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Caleb, as Interim Moderator, will lead the Ballyduff congregation in worship on that Sunday.

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 42 lbs. of food due to
your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church

The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 4th, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Operation Christmas Child
Shoeboxes are now available at the back of the church! If you would like to participate in this wonderful ministry for children around the world, please pick up a shoebox today and return it packed by November 15, 2026.

Pastoral Visits & Home Communion
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and available elders, would like to conduct  pastoral visits this fall. Home communion is also available upon request. If you or someone you know would appreciate a visit or this time of fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.

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.

Mission Statement
The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.

Inclusivity Statement
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fenelon Falls is a member of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. At St. Andrew’s, we believe that we are all one in Christ, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability. We welcome into our church everyone who seeks to love God and participate in an open and supportive congregation that is grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. The journey of Christian faith is ongoing and we continuously pray for God’s guidance as we listen to and learn from one another.

Dear Friends in Christ,

Do you know how many countries celebrate Thanksgiving? Many nations have their own version of Thanksgiving and commemorate it in unique ways. In Canada, Thanksgiving dates back to the sixteenth century, when a European explorer–after establishing a settlement in what is now Newfoundland and Labrador–gave thanks for surviving the long and dangerous journey across the Atlantic. Nearly 400 years later, in 1957, our government officially declared that the second Monday in October would be a “Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed.”

As we reflect on that declaration, we see that, spiritually speaking, this festival of gratitude is built upon God’s presence, protection, and provision for our nation. That is why, as Canadian believers and children of God, this season is a precious opportunity to thank Him–not just for the physical harvest, but for all the divine blessings He has bestowed upon us throughout the year. As we look forward to this sacred holiday weekend, let us humbly remember the Lord our God, who gives us the strength and wisdom to produce wealth and well-being, rather than saying proudly to ourselves, “My power and the strength of my hands have achieved all this wealth for me” (Deuteronomy. 8:11-18).

With this reflection in mind, I warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid Thanksgiving service this Sunday, October 11, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online.

In this Thanksgiving message, based primarily on Psalm 103, we will explore how God is the true Source of every blessing–regardless of how much or how little we have. Together, we will also have an opportunity to number the benefits we have received from the Lord and place them, one by one, on our list of thanksgiving.

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Session Three: Mercy Helps the Hurting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Please join us for this meaningful journey whenever you are available and feel led to participate.

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Session Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Pulpit Supply Schedule
Dan Schley will lead our worship service on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Caleb, as Interim Moderator, will lead the Ballyduff congregation in worship on that Sunday.

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 42 lbs. of food due to
your generosity!

Pastoral Visits & Home Communion
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and available elders, would like to conduct  pastoral visits this fall. Home communion is also available upon request. If you or someone you know would appreciate a visit or this time of fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.

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.

Mission Statement
The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.

Inclusivity Statement
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fenelon Falls is a member of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. At St. Andrew’s, we believe that we are all one in Christ, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability. We welcome into our church everyone who seeks to love God and participate in an open and supportive congregation that is grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. The journey of Christian faith is ongoing and we continuously pray for God’s guidance as we listen to and learn from one another.

Dear Friends in Christ,

What a delightful evening we shared at our concert with Glen Soderholm! We sincerely appreciate Glen for bringing such insightful spiritual music with his acoustic guitars and leading us in a deeply meaningful time together. We also extend our special thanks to Brian Walsh for arranging this concert for our church family. Select performance highlights will be available on our church website in the near future.

With this appreciation, I warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid Communion service this Sunday, October 4, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online.

We will continue our fall sermon series, The Miracle of Mercy, with Part 2: “God’s Mercy and Our Failures.”

Please prepare your hearts for this sacred observance. If you are joining us online, please have your bread and juice ready at home to participate in Holy Communion.

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Appreciation from David Kim and Emma Joo
David and Emma wish to express their deep thanks to the Women of St. Andrew’s for the beautiful quilt given to them as a wedding gift, and to the entire congregation for their continued prayers as they begin this new chapter of life together in marriage.

Pastoral Visits & Home Communion
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and available elders, would like to conduct  pastoral visits this fall. Home communion is also available upon request. If you or someone you know would appreciate a visit or this time of fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 132lbs. of food due to your generosity!

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Session Two: Mercy Forgives the Fallen
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Please join us for this meaningful journey whenever you are available and feel led to participate.

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Session Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Pulpit Supply Schedule
Dan Schley will lead our worship service on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Caleb, as Interim Moderator, will lead the Ballyduff congregation in worship on that Sunday.

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Mission Statement
The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.

Inclusivity Statement
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fenelon Falls is a member of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. At St. Andrew’s, we believe that we are all one in Christ, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability. We welcome into our church everyone who seeks to love God and participate in an open and supportive congregation that is grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. The journey of Christian faith is ongoing and we continuously pray for God’s guidance as we listen to and learn from one another.

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

What a wonderful baptism! God blessed our congregation as we witnessed Hayveland’s baptism and participated in this holy sacrament alongside the Clayton, Hicks, and Nocholson families last Sunday.

As a quick reminder, we are hosting a special concert this Friday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. featuring Canadian Christian musician and storyteller Glen Soderholm. Please join us if you are available–we would be happy to reserve tickets for you upon request!

I also warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid service this Sunday, September 27, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online.

This Sunday, we will launch a new sermon series titled The Miracle of Mercy–alongside our Fall Bible study starting next Wednesday–as we explore God’s grace and love over the coming weeks. We will also introduce a new video series called the Character of God to reflect on His mercy during worship. In this first service, we will consider the message, “We All Need God’s Mercy: Remember Me,” and explore God’s compassion through the video lesson.

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Blessing Upon the Baby Blanket, Quilt, and Prayer Shawls
Last Sunday. Our entire congregation offered God’s blessings over a baby blanket for Noah Kim, a quilt created for David Kim and Emma Joo by the Women of St. Andrew’s, and the prayer shawls knitted by the women of our church.

Newborn Announcement
Congratulations to Allison Park and Caleb Kim Jr. on the birth of their baby boy, Noah! Noah was born on September 19, 2026 weighing 7 pounds and 1 ounce. Please keep Mom, Dad, and baby in your prayers as God blesses their growing family in the days ahead.

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Session One: The Five Marks of Mercy
Wednesday, Sept 30, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
Please join us for this meaningful journey whenever you are available and feel led to participate.

Upcoming Wedding Celebrations
Emma Joo & David Kim
Sunday, September 27, 2026 – King City
Tessla Hicks &Mark Clayton
Saturday, October 3, 202 – Glenarm
Your prayers for these couples as they begin this new chapter of their lives together are greatly appreciated by their families.

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

World Communion Service
Join us for Holy Communion on Sunday, October 4, 2026, as we reflect on Jesus’ sacrificial love demonstrated on the cross. Please mark your calendars and prepare your hearts for this sacred observance. Online worshippers: Please have your bread and juice ready at home if you wish to participate.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 132lbs. of food due to your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Session Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Revised Mission Statement
“The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.”

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

What a wonderful celebration and ordination service God blessed us with during our 4th Church Anniversary last Sunday! On behalf of the Session at St. Andrew’s, we express our sincere gratitude to the Lord for His abundant blessings upon our congregation as we move forward together in unity, love, and hope. We also extend our deep appreciation to everyone who prayed for that special service and joined us in worship, whether in person or online. The mini-salad lunch prepared by our church ladies and the warm fellowship were a true joy! Let us continue striving to become a more loving and caring congregation grounded in God’s truth.

Looking ahead to this coming Sunday, we are joyfully celebrating the sacrament of infant baptism for Hayveland Clayton, Daughter of Mark Clayton and Tessla Hicks.

In the Reformed tradition, we recognize two sacraments: Baptism and Holy Communion. As Living Faith (our Presbyterian Statement of Belief) reminds us: “Baptism is a sacrament meant for those who profess their faith and for their children… [and] is also an act of discipleship that requires commitment and looks toward growth in Christ (Living Faith 7.6.3-4).

Parents who bring their child for baptism make a solemn commitment to provide a Christian home and upbringing. Likewise, our church family at St. Andrew’s commits to walking alongside them–offering regular prayer, encouragement, and support as they fulfill their vows to God.

With these reflections in mind, I warmly invite you to join us for our Baptism Service this Sunday, September 20, 2026,  at 10:00 a.m., both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and online. Your presence and prayers mean so much as we continue growing together as a more loving faith community.

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Sacrament of Baptism
Hayveland Clayton (Daughter of Tessla Hicks and Mark Clayton)
Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

An Evening with Glen Soderholm
Canadian Christian Musician & Storyteller Concert
Join us for this special music concert at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10.00 per person.

Baby Shower Appreciation:
Allison and Caleb Jr. were so delighted to receive our church’s baby shower gifts and cards. They expressed their heartfelt thanks to our church members and friends for their thoughtfulness and generosity.

Shopping Card Orders
Orders will be collected on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Join us on Wednesdays, Sept 30 – Nov 4 (10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.) as we explore Matthew 5:7: “Did you know that mercy is God’s number-one characteristic in the Bible?….. It must be the most important character trait that God wants to develop in us.” More details can be found in the service email for September 6, 2026.

World Communion Service
Join us for Holy Communion on Sunday, October 4, 2026, as we reflect on Jesus’ sacrificial love demonstrated on the cross. Please mark your calendars and prepare your hearts for this sacred observance. Online worshippers: Please have your bread and juice ready at home if you wish to participate.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 132lbs. of food due to your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Session Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Revised Mission Statement from the recent Session meeting: 
“The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.”

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

While biking along the trail on Thursday, a question came to mind: “Do I need to change my sermon title for our fourth church anniversary?”

It occurred to me that “How to Become a Loving Church” might be better phrased as “How to Become a More Loving Church.” The reason for this small tweak is simple yet meaningful: God has already blessed our amalgamated body–formed through the union of Glenarm and Fenelon Falls–as a truly loving church. Over the past four years, God has guided us, as an inclusive, Christ-minded congregation, to live out our shared mission: “To communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.”

We see God’s blessing every week through our active caring ministries–our Prayer Shawls, Prayer Cards, Prayer Chain, and Pastoral Care. Our knitters are busy preparing warm prayer shawls, prayer requests are faithfully shared via email, more than a dozen encouragement cards were sent out this past month alone, and hospital and home visits remain ongoing.

In addition to these ministries, our congregation collects food for the local food bank. Just this past month, we contributed 132 pounds of items–our largest collection on record!

The vital point here is not simply the numbers or frequency, but our ongoing, dedicated heart for God, His church, and His people.

Like many of you, I believe God is deeply pleased with our consistent spirit of love and care since our united ministry began in August 2022. We are profoundly grateful to the Lord for His ongoing provision, protection, and presence over these past four years and throughout our history. While the world might view us as a small church, in God’s eyes, we are a vibrant, faithful assembly!

On a personal note, Soon Hwa and I want to express our sincere gratitude to the church ladies for organizing the lovely baby shower for our daughter-in-law, Allison, and our son, Caleb Jr., and for providing such beautiful gifts and thoughtful cards. This is yet another wonderful example of our congregation’s love–not only for one another, but also for your pastor. Serving a church with such a generous, caring heart is a profound blessing, and my wife and I are so grateful to serve alongside you!

With these reflections in mind, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our 4th Anniversary Service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

Together, we will mark four years as an amalgamated church–and honour over 300 years of combined, rich history between our two heritage congregations. During this service, we will also have the joy of ordaining two new elders, Sherry Henderson and Lizz Hoyle. Following the service, everyone is invited to stay for a mini Glenarm salad lunch!

Your presence—whether in person or online–and your prayers as we strive to become an even more loving congregation mean so much.

Blessings,

Caleb

 

Church News and Announcements

Anniversary Fellowship Lunch

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will be serving lunch in the church basement following the service. We appreciate the preparation and support our church ladies provide for this gathering. Please plan to stay afterward for a friendly and enjoyable time of fellowship.

Sacrament of Baptism

Hayveland Clayton (Daughter of Tessla Hicks and Mark Clayton)

Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

An Evening with Glen Soderholm

Canadian Christian Musician & Storyteller Concert

Join us for this special music concert at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10.00 per person.

Shopping Card Orders

Orders will be collected on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren 

Join us on Wednesdays, Sept 30 – Nov 4 (10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.) as we explore Matthew 5:7: “Did you know that mercy is God’s number-one characteristic in the Bible?….. It must be the most important character trait that God wants to develop in us.” More details can be found in the service email for September 6, 2026.

World Communion Service

Join us for Communion on Sunday, October 4, 2026, as we reflect on Jesus’ sacrificial love demonstrated on the cross. Please mark your calendars and prepare your hearts for this sacred observance.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations

Donations will be collected on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 132lbs. of food due to your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church

The next St. Andrew’s Women’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is welcome to join in this time of fellowship!

Session Meeting

Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Revised Mission Statement from the recent Session meeting:  

“The mission of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fenelon Falls is to communicate faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community and communicating our excitement in praising and worshiping God with our friends and neighbours.”

Dear Friends in Christ,

As we approach our fourth church anniversary, it is deeply fitting for us to gather around the pulpit and reflect on the sacrificial life of Jesus – the spiritual kernel of wheat and founder of our faith community. Alongside our Lord, it is also appropriate for us to honor the many dedicated servants of God who have blessed our congregation over the years by living as faithful kernels of wheat. Their witness and legacy will be highlighted during this Sunday’s sermon, titled “Kernel of Wheat.”

Furthermore, as the amalgamated congregation of Glenarm and Fenelon Falls, this is a meaningful time to remember our sacred connection to Glenarm Cemetery. Between 1855 and 1857, one acre of land was purchased for twenty dollars to build the original Knox Church, known back then as the ‘Long’ or ‘White’ Church on those grounds. Those laid to rest there may not be famous in the eyes of the world, but we know who they were, and we remember how generously they gave of their lives –like seeds planted in faith. During this Sunday’s worship, we will share a special video from our recent Decoration Service at Glenarm Cemetery honoring their memory.

With this joyful reflection in mind, I warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations
Donations will be collected on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 102lbs. of food due to your generosity!

Session Meeting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church
The St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is warmly welcome to join this time of fellowship.

Fourth Anniversary Celebration & Ordination of New Elders
Sunday, September 13, 2026 – Please mark this special date on your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate our church’s fourth anniversary and the ordination of our new elders during the worship service. A fellowship gathering will follow the service.

Sacrament of Baptism
Hayveland Clayton (Daughter of Tessla Hicks and Mark Clayton)
Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

An Evening with Glen Soderholm
Canadian Christian Musician & Storyteller Concert
Join us for this special music concert at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10.00 per person.

Fall Bible Study via Zoom: “The Miracle of Mercy” by Rick Warren
Join us on Wednesdays, Sept 30 – Nov 4 (10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.) as we explore Matthew 5:7: “Did you know that mercy is God’s number-one characteristic in the Bible?….. It must be the most important character trait that God wants to develop in us.” More details can be found in the service email for September 6, 2026.

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

I want to begin with a joyful announcement regarding the Sacrament of Baptism for Hayveland Clayton. We will celebrate her baptism–the daughter of Tessla Hicks and Mark Clayton–during our regular worship service on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Hayveland is also the granddaughter of Lori Nicholson and the great-granddaughter of Faye Nicholson. Your prayers for the Clayton, Hicks, and Nicholson families and your presence at this sacred service will be deeply appreciated.

With this joyful news in mind, I warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

This Sunday, as we look forward to our upcoming fourth church anniversary, we will begin the Genuine Discipleship sermon series with our first message, “Have Faith in God.” Together, we will explore the vital connection between mountain-moving faith and active, persistent prayer.

We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Shopping Card Orders

Orders will be collected on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Upcoming Sermon Titles

September 6: A Kernel of Wheat (Includes a special video featuring highlights from the 2026 Decoration Service at Glenarm Cemetery)

September 13: How to Become a Loving Church

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations

Donations will be collected on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 102lbs. of food due to your generosity!

Session Meeting

Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church 

The St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is warmly welcome to join this time of fellowship.

Fourth Anniversary Celebration & Ordination of New Elders

Sunday, September 13, 2026 – Please mark this special date on your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate our church’s fourth anniversary and the ordination of our new elders during the worship service. A fellowship gathering will follow the service. More details will be shared in the coming weeks, so please stay tuned!

Sacrament of Baptism

Hayveland Clayton (Daughter of Tessla Hicks and Mark Clayton)

Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

An Evening with Glen Soderholm

Canadian Christian Musician & Storyteller Concert

Join us for this special music concert at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10.00 per person. More details about the concert will be shared soon.

Fall Bible Study: The Miracle of Mercy

Join us for a 6-week DVD series by Pastor Rick Warren, running on Wednesday mornings from September 30 to November 4, 2026. More detailed information will be shared soon.

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.

 

Dear Friends in Christ,

Before sharing this Sunday’s service details, I want to briefly introduce an unofficial sermon series titled “Genuine Discipleship” over the next three Sundays, prepared in anticipation of our upcoming anniversary celebration.

Next Sunday, we will explore the relationship between prayer and mountain-moving faith. The following Sunday, we will reflect on the sacrificial life of Jesus using the symbol of a kernel of wheat, alongside a special video featuring highlights from the 2026 Decoration Service at Glenarm Cemetery. On Anniversary Sunday, we will examine sacred principles for becoming a more loving and inclusive church, ordain new elders, and share in a joyful fellowship lunch. Please keep these upcoming messages in your prayers, as always, so that we may continue building our church on Christ’s love and God’s truth through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

With this in mind, I warmly invite you to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

During this service, we will conclude our Transformed sermon series with Part 8: Vocational Health, titled “Four Biblical Attitudes for a Healthy Work Life.”

We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements

Summer Prayer Meetings (via Zoom) 

Session 6: Choose Your Life(Life-Changing Prayer by Jim Cymbala)

Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to join or leave the gathering at any time. The Zoom ID and Passcode are the same as those used for our Sunday services.

Session Meetings

Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Shopping Card Orders

Orders will be collected on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports us by using the cards.

Upcoming Sermon Titles

August 30: Have Faith in God

September 6: A Kernel of Wheat (Includes a special video featuring highlights from the 2026 Decoration Service at Glenarm Cemetery)

September 13: How to Become a Loving Church

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations

Donations will be collected on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Your continued support of our community is greatly appreciated. Last month we donated 102lbs. of food due to your generosity!

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church 

The St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the church basement. Everyone is warmly welcome to join this time of fellowship.

Fourth Anniversary Celebration & Ordination of New Elders

Sunday, September 13, 2026 – Please mark this special date on your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate our church’s fourth anniversary and the ordination of our new elders during the worship service. A fellowship gathering will follow the service. More details will be shared in the coming weeks, so please stay tuned!

An Evening with Glen Soderholm

Canadian Christian Musician & Storyteller Concert

Join us for this special music concert at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10.00 per person. More details about the concert will be shared soon.

Fall Bible Study: The Miracle of Mercy

Join us for a 6-week DVD series by Pastor Rick Warren, running on Wednesday mornings from September 30 to November 4, 2026. More detailed information will be shared soon.

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.