St. Andrew's Sunday School

Sunday, September 7

Hi Everyone!

By now you are all done the first week of school.  I hope you can make time to rest and recognize the love you shared that helped you journey through the week.

Thanks to our large group of Church Schoolers who helped set up and serve the ice cream, juice and cookies last week.  You worked together to offer your kindness to the church.  Thank you!

The above picture is from Diane Munier a faitful member of the church.  Some months ago she gathered her stuffies together to illustrate Isaiah 11:1-10 The peaceable Kingdom.  We'll look at this passage together this Sunday and talk about how we can be peacemakers. Your child is invited to bring an animal stuffie to church to illustrate all the animals living in peace.  This week will be the last large group lesson.  We return to graded classes on Sept. 21st.

This Sunday after worship is 'First Sunday' a youth group for grades 5-10 12:15-2pm, lunch included.  Let me know if you'd like to come.  First timers welcome!

 Rally Sunday is next week, September 14th.  The school year begins with an all ages worship service that includes a blessing for students and teachers, meaningful music and activities for everyone. There will be no Sunday School that day. Lunch will be served in the courtyard where you can connect with your church friends, bob for apples and find out about the church activities for the year ahead.

*Let me know if your child would like to lead something in the service.

* Sign up if you can bring a soup or salad for lunch or contact Stacey Huber.

Coming Up: Sept.19-21- Gracefield Retreat.  It's going to be so much fun for all ages. There will be nature crafts, bread baking, quiet hikes, silly games and outdoor worship!   This Sunday is the final day to register for the annual congregational retreat.  Rides are available as is financial assistance.  Let me know if you have any questions.    https://www.standrewsottawa.ca/retreat

Annual Retreat — St. Andrew's Ottawa

Sunday Sept. 28- Worship will be at 1:00pm

Oct. 5 Walk for the Centretown Community Food Centre.  The walk a thon happens at 1:30 along the river- a family friendly event to support food justice in the city.

Peace to you,

Rev. Heather Paton