Thank you to this week’s volunteers (September 25):

Offering Receivers: Wanda Klingbell, John Murray, Vergil & Mary Jane Varlan
Counters: David Dell, Brian Barnes, Paul Lawson, Heather Labadie
Scripture Reader: Jeanne Kaye Speight
Greeters: John & Jane Murray
Coffee Hour: Choir
Church School: Jacqueline Howie Cleland, Jordan & Candace Schriver
Nursery: Colleen & Tony Watson

Next Week (October 2):

Offering Receivers: Elders
Counters: Rose Carolyn Smith, Calvin & Peggy MacIntosh
Scripture Reader: Dallas Davis
Greeters: Max & Mavis Cater
Coffee Hour: Blom Family
Church School: Jacqueline Howie Cleland, Jordan & Candace Schriver
Nursery: Jane Murray

The Link – Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the latest newsletter, available this Sunday, Sep 25^th in the back of the sanctuary. The Special Thanksgiving Offering envelope can be found inside.

Jr/Sr High School Kickoff Event – Friday, September 23rd at Odell Park.

 Tuesday Morning Ladies Group meets in the kitchen every Tues at 9:30 to enjoy each other’s company along with a cup of coffee/tea, some lovely goodies and devotions. Please come and join us.

Fall Indoor Yard Sale – As you prepare for Fall and Winter, please set aside clothing and household goods for this upcoming fundraiser to be held Friday, Oct 28^th 6-8pm and Saturday, Oct 29^th 9am-12:00pm.

“The Witch of the Inner Wood” – Collected Long Poems by M. Travis Lane will be launched Sept 30 at the Gallery on Queen St. at 7:00 pm.

I Tromboni Concert – The “Team Canada of Trombones” will be presenting a concert for the whole family on Sunday, Sept 25, 6:30 pm at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. Freewill offering.  Refreshments to follow.

Fall Bridge Luncheon – Thurs, Oct 27^th at Nashwaaksis United Church at 12 noon at the church auditorium.  Cost is $40 per table.

 Music on the Hill Presents – Dissonant Grooves on Wednesday, Sept 28^th at 12:00pm Memorial Hall. This free noon hour program will put a spring in your step for the rest of the day!

Arthritis Society – “Ease the Pain: Seniors Take Charge of Arthritis”, Sat. Nov 12, from 9:30 – 4 pm at the Delta. Lunch included. Cost $10.00. To register call 1-800-321-1433.

Thank you to this week’s volunteers (September 18):

Offering Receivers: David & Leslee Dell, Jessie Sagawa, Stephen MacKay
Counters: David Dell, Drew Speight, John White, Vickie MacLeod
Scripture Reader: Kathy MacKay
Greeters: Blom Family
Coffee Hour: Corn Boil
Nursery: Cindy Cunningham, Alex Cunningham

Next Week (September 25):

Offering Receivers: Wanda Klingbell, John Murray, Vergil & Mary Jane Varlan
Counters: David Dell, Brian Barnes, Paul Lawson, Heather Labadie
Scripture Reader: Jeanne Kaye Speight
Greeters: John & Jane Murray
Coffee Hour: Choir
Nursery: Sonya & Jeremy Burrill

Church School – If you would like to be a part of our team as a storyteller or doorkeeper, please talk to Jordan or Terri.

Church Corn Boil – This Sunday, Sept 18^th , join us following the worship service for our Annual Fellowship Corn Boil! Hot, fresh corn as well as beverages will be provided… you bring your favourite pot luck dishes and desserts.

College and Career Dinner – Saturday, September 17th. New location same great food, fun and fellowship.

Jr/Sr High School Kickoff Event – Friday, September 23rd at Odell Park.

Tuesday Morning Ladies Group will be resuming on September 20th at 9:30am.  We’ll meet in the kitchen and enjoy each other’s company along with a cup of coffee/tea, some lovely goodies and devotions. Please come and join us.

Lady of the Lake Concert – with Maureen Batt, Soprano, Jon-Paul Decosse, Bass-Baritone and Simon Docking, Piano.  September 18th, 7:00 pm here at Saint Andrew’s. Concert will feature a new Canadian Song Cycle by Nova Scotia composer, Fiona Ryan, and Schubert’s Op. 52.  Both works are inspired by Sir Walter Scott’s poem “Lady of the Lake,” Admission at the door is $20.00 for adults and $15.00 for Seniors and Students.  Reception to follow in the Church Hall.  Please join us for an outstanding evening of musical entertainment.

Scouts / Girl Guides – Beavers, Cubs and Scouts meet Tuesday evenings. Sparks, Brownies and Guides meet on Wednesdays.

Terry Fox Run –  Sept. 18 at Queen’s Square. Registration at 12noon, with the first race starting at 1pm.  Silent Auction, for everyone to bid on, whether you’re participating in the races or not.

I Tromboni Concert – The “Team Canada of Trombones” will be presenting a concert for the whole family on Sunday, Sept 25, 6:30 pm at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. Freewill offering.  Refreshments to follow.

Music on the Hill Presents – Dissonant Grooves on Wednesday, Sept 28^th at 12:00pm Memorial Hall. This free noon hour program will put a spring in your step for the rest of the day!

Thank you to this week’s volunteers (September 11):

Offering Receivers: Paul Lawson, Brad & Nancy Nickerson, Need a Volunteer
Counters: David Dell, Bill Cockburn, Paul Lawson
Scripture Reader: Drew Speight
Greeters: Brad & Nancy Nickerson
Coffee Hour: Jeanne Kaye & Dick Speight
Nursery: Colleen & Tony Watson

Next Week (September 18):

Offering Receivers: Jessie Sagawa, Stephen MacKay, David & Leslee Dell
Counters: David Dell, Drew Speight, John White, Vickie MacLeod
Scripture Reader: Kathy MacKay
Greeters: Blom Family
Coffee Hour: Corn Boil
Nursery: Cindy Cunningham, Alex Cunningham

Church School will resume on Sept 11.  If you would like to be a part of our team as a storyteller or doorkeeper, please talk to Jordan or Terri.

Please join us as we celebrate September birthdays. Whether it is a milestone or not we have reason to celebrate and thank God for the beautiful gift of life.  Of course we have cake but let’s not let cake be the focus, it is the people we wish to celebrate!
Ariel Ottens
Jillian and Nolan McGraw
Stephen MacKay
Dennis van den Heuvel
Robert Howie
Jean Hood
Kaelyn Nickerson
Owen Keetch
Lois Eldridge
Mike Nickerson
Kathie Berry
Julie Peterson
Rose Carolyn Smith
Will Brostowski
Kathy MacKay
Donna Jones

Church Directory – Universal Portrait Studios will be here taking photos next week.  If you have not yet received a call for an appointment and would like to be included in the directory, please call Brenda at 1-888-769-7339 or book online at www.universalportraits.com

The Link – Do you have a poem, story, recipe or article you think would be of interest to others? Preparations are underway for the Fall issue of “The Link”.  Please send submissions to the church office before September 11th.

Church Corn Boil – Sunday, Sept 18th. Join us following the worship service for our Annual Fellowship Corn Boil! Hot, fresh corn as well as beverages will be provided… you bring your favourite pot luck dishes and desserts.  This is a great opportunity to re-connect with all the people you missed over the summer, and to invite friends and neighbours to meet your church family.

Scouts / Girl Guides – Beavers, Cubs and Scouts meet Tuesday evenings beginning September 13. Sparks, Brownies and Guides meet on Wednesdays beginning September 14.

Come and Celebrate
Glen & Mary Hossack’s 50^th Wedding Anniversary
being held on Sunday, Sept 11th from 2 – 4 pm
at the Nashwaaksis Lions Club 15 Killarney Road NB E3G 9G2
Best Wishes Only

Lady of the Lake Concert  – with Maureen Batt, Soprano, Jon-Paul Decosse, Bass-Baritone and Simon Docking, Piano.  September 18th, 7:00 pm here at Saint Andrew’s. Concert will feature a new Canadian Song Cycle by Nova Scotia composer, Fiona Ryan, and Schubert’s Op. 52.  Both works are inspired by Sir Walter Scott’s poem “Lady of the Lake,”  Admission to the concert will be at the door, $20.00 for adults and $15.00 for Seniors and Students, with reception to follow in the Church Hall.  Please join us for an outstanding evening of musical entertainment.

Annual Twilight Retreat – St. Theresa’s, 1 William Street, Sept 19 from 4:15 – 8:00pm. Presenter Rev. Priscilla Geisterfer and potluck supper. All are invited. Contact person: Debbie Heustis 472-2916

Arthritis Society –  A free Chronic Pain Management Workshop will be offered, September 21 at 6:30pm.  Please pre-register at 452-7191.