Be Still and Know that I am God – May 19, 2024

We heard the scripture readings of Deuteronomy 6:1-9 which is the scripture immediately following the giving of the Ten Commandments. We also heard Matthew 22:34-40 where Jesus is asked by one of the Pharisees which is the greatest commandment to which Jesus responds...

Thank you Audrey Hipwell – October 2021

We gathered on October 4, 2021 to pay tribute to Audrey and all that she has offered to our church community; her faithfulness to God in offering her gifts of music, laughter, humour, and grace.  Audrey has been a willing and gifted minister in her own right. Thank...

Easter – April 2021

April 4, 2021 Excerpts from Rev. Julia’s sermon with respect to Mark 16:1-8. . . . The Easter message is good news because in no uncertain terms it tells us that death, pain, tragedy, despair and hopelessness are absolutely not the last word. That after the...

The Drive-by Birthday Parade

The Drive-by Birthday Parade Though all at St. Andrew’s were aware of the nasty pandemic, There were Birthdays to be celebrated, so car parades were organized so no one could get sick. From far and wide they came and gathered safely, Horns-a-blaring, noise makers a...

Christmas Concert – December 2020

  De Winton’s annual Christmas concert was wonderful this year in spite of the Covid-19 challenges. An online concert was organized and was a resounding success!  As a result, our church was able to donate to the Veteran’s Food Bank. Contributors to the concert...

Thanksgiving – October 2020

This year’s Thanksgiving worship involved COVID-19 protocols for those who attended the first in-person service at Okotoks United Church since March 2020. Congregants from St. Andrew’s and Okotoks also attended via Zoom. This worship was very special as it included ...