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Dear Friends in Christ,

I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service on the Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls.

This Sunday, we will continue exploring the Road to Recovery series, based on two primary sermon resources: Alcoholics Anonymous’ Twelve-Step Program and Jesus’s Eight Beatitudes. We will focus on the fourth principle, known as the Housecleaning Choice, along with the concepts of taking a spiritual inventory and confessing before God.

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

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

Elders’ Workshop with Regional Minister Rev. Jonathan Tait
Location: Centreville Presbyterian Church
Date: Saturday April 18, 2026
Time: 9 A.M. to 12 Noon
If you would be interested in attending, please let Caleb or any Elder know by Sunday April 5th and we will ensure that you get registered.

Election of New Elders:
As St. Andrew’s is preparing to fill two (2) Elder positions, you are reminded that the Presbyterian Church in Canada limits eligibility and voting to professing membership only. If you wish to become a member, please also let Caleb or leadership know. Your prayers and participation will be greatly appreciated during this important discernment and election process.

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.

Pulpit Supply Schedule:
Sherry Henderson will lead us in worship on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Spring Bible Study via Zoom
“Transformed: How God Changes Us” (DVD series by Pastor Rick Warren)
Session 1: Spiritual Health: Becoming More Like Jesus
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.
The instructions for Zoom will be the same as those used for our regular Sunday services. A copy of the weekly study guide is available in the church basement on Sundays. An electronic version of the guide can also be provided upon request-just let Caleb know. Please join us for this sacred journey whenever you’re available and feel led to participate.

Pancake Breakfast and Good Friday Service: April 3, 2026
8:00 a.m. – A pancake breakfast will be served in the church basement.
9:30 a.m. – Following the breakfast, under the service theme “The Stations of the Cross,” we will reflect on sacred readings and prayers related to Jesus’ divine journey of crucifixion, praise God for His unchanging love, and anticipate the sacred celebration of Jesus’ resurrection, guided by the Holy Spirit.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the Church basement. Everyone is welcome to join this fellowship.

Upcoming Service Schedule:
March 22 Beatitude 4–Coming Clean (The Housecleaning Choice)
March 29: Speaker–Sherry Henderson
April 3: Good Friday
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)
May 10: Mother’s Day

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 warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service on the fourth Sunday of Lent, March 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls. This Sunday, we continue exploring the Road to Recovery series, based on two primary sermon resources: Alcoholics Anonymous’ Twelve-Step program and Jesus’s Eight Beatitudes. We will focus on the third principle, called the Commitment Choice.

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

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

Elders’ Workshop with Regional Minister Rev. Jonathan Tait
Location: Centreville Presbyterian Church
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 9 A.M. to 12 Noon
If you would be interested in attending, please let Caleb or any Elder know by Sunday April 5th and we will ensure that you get registered.

Election of New Elders:
As St. Andrew’s is preparing to fill two (2) Elder positions, you are reminded that the Presbyterian Church in Canada limits eligibility and voting to professing membership only. If you wish to become a member, please also let Caleb or leadership know. Your prayers and participation will be greatly appreciated during this important discernment and election process.

Shopping Card Orders:
Orders will be collected on March 22. Please place your order with Donna Schley. Thank you to everyone who supports by using the cards.

Pulpit Supply Schedule:
Sherry Henderson will lead us in worship on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Spring Bible Study via Zoom
“Transformed: How God Changes Us” (DVD series by pastor Rick Warren)
Seven Wednesdays (Starting March 25–May 6, 2026) 10:00 am – 11:10 am
Instructions for Zoom or online gatherings will be the same as our regular Sunday services. A copy of the weekly study guide will be available in the church basement this Sunday and on the following Sundays. An electronic version of the guide can also be shared upon request-just let Caleb know. Please join us for this sacred journey whenever you’re available and feel led to participate.

Pancake Breakfast and Good Friday Service: April 3, 2026
8:00 a.m. – A pancake breakfast will be served in the church basement.
9:30 a.m. – Following the breakfast, under the service theme “The Stations of the Cross,” we will reflect on sacred readings and prayers related to Jesus’ divine journey of crucifixion, praise God for His unchanging love, and anticipate the sacred celebration of Jesus’ resurrection, guided by the Holy Spirit.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

St. Andrew’s Women of the Church will meet on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the Church basement. Everyone is welcome to join this fellowship.

Upcoming Service Schedule:
March 15: Beatitude 3–Letting God (The Commitment Choice)
March 22 Beatitude 4–Coming Clean (The Housecleaning Choice)
March 29: Speaker–Sherry Henderson
April 3: Good Friday
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)
May 10: Mother’s Day

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 remind you that Daylight Saving Time will begin this coming Sunday, so don’t forget to set your clocks forward by one hour if they are analogue–and take a moment to prepare your hearts for the Lord’s Day.

With this reminder, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service on the third Sunday of Lent, March 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls. Our lay preacher, Dan Schley, along with a video message from Kate Miller, Director of Advancement at Vancouver School of Theology, will be sharing the Word of God with us during the service. We greatly appreciate their spiritual leadership and look forward to their messages.

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.

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Dear Friends in Christ,

I would like to remind you of our upcoming Heritage Sunday Worship service and Annual Meeting this Sunday.

During the service, we will honor the God-given legacies left to us by our spiritual ancestors at both Knox, Glenarm (Church Founding Year: 1865) and St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls (1863). We will hear the brief histories of both churches from two of the longest-serving members. We will reflect on sacred artifacts transferred from Glenarm to Fenelon Falls after the closing of Knox in August 2022, through a video presentation. Additionally, we will reflect on the significance of these memorial items today, based on a short sermon from Joshua 4. Finally, we will take time to rededicate our minds and hearts to God and to St. Andrew’s–our amalgamated, inclusive, and united church.

Following the service, during our Annual Gathering, we will review how God has worked in our church over the past twelve months and look forward to the God-given vision He has for us as we continue to grow together as a united, heavenly team.

With these reminders, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls. Whether you are a member, adherent, friend, or visitor, on behalf of St. Andrew’s Session, I encourage you to attend in person or via Zoom. Your prayers and participation in both the service and the meeting will be greatly appreciated.

We look forward to seeing many of you—whether in person or online!

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

Election of New Elders:
St. Andrew’s will be voting to elect new elders to support the congregation. Full membership persons are eligible for consideration as well as the voting process. Details of the procedure will be discussed at our Annual Meeting.

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.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

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.

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.

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

For this coming Sunday, February 8, 2026: I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls. Our lay preacher, Lizz Hoyle, will be sharing the Word of God with us, preaching on the inspiring topic of God’s Angels. We appreciate her spiritual leadership and look forward to her message.

I am also writing to remind you of an upcoming special service next Sunday, February 15, 2026. The Presbyterian Church in Canada has designated this day as Heritage Sunday to mark 150 years (1875-2025) of our denomination. We are encouraged as a congregation to continue God’s ministry in our community while remembering and honoring our spiritual roots.

At St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, we will take this opportunity to explore the histories of our former churches prior to the amalgamation of Knox, Glenarm and St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls. It will be a time to celebrate our godly legacies and make sure we pass these sacred stories on to future generations. In addition to these reflections, the service will include a short sermon and a video presentation from our October 23, 2022, service–specifically the “Acknowledgement of Items from Glenarm Church” and the “Act of Covenant” as a merged congregation.

Following the service on the 15th, we will hold our Annual Meeting. We will reflect on God’s work over the past year and look forward to what He has in store for us as a united team. Your prayers and participation in both the service and the meeting are greatly appreciated. Everyone is warmly invited to attend in person or via Zoom, whether you are a member, adherent, friend, or visitor.

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

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Heritage Sunday (February 15, 2026):
During the worship service, we will share brief histories of Glenarm Church and Fenelon Church, along with a short sermon and a video clip. These presentations will help us reflect on the past year and look ahead to the months to come, in preparation for the Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting (Sunday, February 15, 2026):
The 2025 Annual Meeting will take place at the church and via Zoom after the service. Your prayers for this congregational meeting and your participation, whether in person or
online, are greatly appreciated.

Election of New Elders:
St. Andrew’s will be voting for 2 Elders to support the congregation. Full membership persons are eligible for consideration as well as the voting process. Details of the procedure will be discussed at our Annual Meeting.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

Communion Dates for 2026:
Communion will be observed on the following Sundays: March 1, June 7, October 4, December 6, and December 24, 2026. Please mark these dates on your calendar and be prepared to partake in this sacrament.

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

This Sunday, we will conclude our sermon series “The Prayer of Jabez” and explore the third and fourth petitions in his prayer: “Ask God for His Presence and Protection.”

We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online—during this upcoming divine assembly.

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected this Sunday. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

Pulpit Supply Schedule:
Lizz Hoyle will lead our worship service on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Heritage Sunday (February 15, 2026):
During the worship service, we will share brief histories of Glenarm Church and Fenelon Church, along with a short sermon and a video clip. These presentations will help us reflect on the past year and look ahead to the months to come, in preparation for the Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting (Sunday, February 15, 2026):
The 2025 Annual Meeting will take place at the church and via Zoom after the service. Your prayers for this congregational meeting and your participation, whether in person or
online, are greatly appreciated.

Communion Dates for 2026:
Communion will be observed on the following Sundays: March 1, June 7, October 4, December 6, and December 24, 2026. Please mark these dates on your calendar and be prepared to partake in this sacrament.

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, please contact the respective coordinators.

Home Communion and Pastoral Visit
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and any available elders, would love to offer Home Communion and/or a Pastoral Visit to those who would like to receive it in their homes. If you or someone you know would benefit from this fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.

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.

Dear Friends in Christ,

I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s, Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

This Sunday, we will continue our sermon series “The Prayer of Jabez” and explore the second petition in his prayer: “Enlarge My Territory.”

We look forward to worshiping with you—whether in person or online—during this upcoming divine assembly.

Blessings,

Caleb

Church News and Announcements for This Sunday:

St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls email address. Please send future e-transfers to [email protected]. Thank you!

Basement Worship Services
Notice: 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.

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.

Salvation Army Food Bank Donations:
Donations will be collected on Sunday, February 1. Your continued support for our community is greatly appreciated.

Pulpit Supply:
Lizz Hoyle will lead our worship service on Sunday, February 8, 2026. On this Sunday, Caleb, as Interim Moderator, will lead the Ballyduff congregation in worship.

St. Andrew’s Session Meeting: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Heritage Sunday (February 15, 2026):
During the worship service, we will share brief histories of Glenarm Church and Fenelon Church, along with a short sermon and a video clip. These presentations will help us reflect on the past year and look ahead to the months to come, in preparation for the Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting (Sunday, February 15, 2026):
The 2025 Annual Meeting will take place at the church and via Zoom after the service. Your prayers for this congregational meeting and your participation, whether in person or online, are greatly appreciated.

Communion Dates for 2026:
Communion will be observed on the following Sundays: March 1, June 7, October 4, December 6, and December 24, 2026. Please mark these dates on your calendar and be prepared to partake in this sacrament.

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, please contact the respective coordinators.

Home Communion and Pastoral Visit
Caleb, along with his wife Soon Hwa and any available elders, would love to offer Home Communion and/or a Pastoral Visit to those who would like to receive it in their homes. If you or someone you know would benefit from this fellowship, please let Caleb or an elder know.