November 20, 2025
DEAR ST. ANDREW’S FAMILY:
It’s baptism Sunday. We are blessed that Nick and Leanna (McBrayne) McCallum have requested baptism for their children Aubrey, Graham and Jack. When parents of young children seek to dedicate their lives to the Lord, it is a celebration. It’s why this sacrament is always done in regular Sunday worship. May the St. Andrew’s church family surround them with our support.
St. Andrew’s is partnering with Evangel to host a Christmas movie night on Wednesday Dec 10. I heard the bells is The inspiring story behind the writing of the beloved Christmas carol and its author, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Evangel is hosting. Free admission although a freewill offering will be taken. Popcorn and beverages will be served. Get the word out and let’s fill the church.
SCRIPTURE – Exodus 20:16
- New Living Translation – “You must not testify falsely against your neighbour.”
- Amplified Version – “You shall not testify falsely [that is, lie, withhold, or manipulate the truth] against your neighbour (any person).”
MESSAGE – It’s the ninth commandment. Falsely testify means lying or deceiving. The desire to lie, deceive or give false witness comes from one place – and it’s not from God. Among the names given to Satan is “deceiver” and “The author of all lies.” There are many different types of lies, all defined by their purpose.
SUNDAY WORSHIP IN PERSON – 10:30 a.m.
SUNDAY WORSHIP ONLINE – watch live or check out past services on our YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2gXgpMK6Hyd6HG2Kmcqp3A
PRAYER — Requests may be sent to the pastor, either for sharing or in confidence. If a need is not listed here it’s because the family has opted for privacy.
NEW PRAYER
CONTINUE TO PRAY
- The Underground teen ministry. As organizers prepare for the Nov-Dec hot dog Fridays and the January launch, may The Holy Spirit stir the hearts and minds of local high school students to seek The Lord.
- Healing and strength – Becca Braithwaite, Pam Cornell, Susan Doom’s father Duanne, Jen Langstaff Mason, Bonnie Lozon, Andrew Neely, Kris Richards, Mark Richards, Bruce Stephens
- Shut ins – Dianne Richards at Wallaceburg Retirement Residence; Bonnie Lozon, Jim Lusk and Sandra Pegg at Oaks Wallaceburg; Ross Fuchs at Fairfield Park in Wallaceburg; Margaret Follows at home.
DATES
Wednesdays until Dec 3 – Weekly Bible study, hosted by Evangel. Home | Bible Engagement Project see “Live Adult.” New time 2 pm!
Nov. 23 – Baptism of Aubrey, Graham and Jack McCallum, children of Nick and Leanna
Nov. 29 – check out the ministerial manger at Dresden Night Market 4-8 p.m.
Nov. 30 – Guest preacher Rev. Colin Paterson as Pastor Andy brings the Word at Barb Sargent’s final Sunday at Knox Wallaceburg.
Elders on session
Mark Labadie – 519-359-4842
Cindy Brewer – 519-683-4113
Sheila Eves – 519-683-4148
Andrew Neely – 519-359-8903
Mark Richards – 519-809-9175
Julie Shaw – 226-627-1953
Bob Vriesema – 519-401-8056
Board Committees
Building – Will Brewer (chair – brewerwill@mcbraynes.com), Mark Labadie (Session Rep), Jodi Rich, Mike Wicks
Finance – Nicole Neely (chair – nikandneely@gmail.com), Mark Richards (Session Rep), Will Brewer, Wendy Weston
Fundraising – Bob Vriesema (chair – bobritav@gmail.com), Andrew Neely (Session Rep), Mike Wicks, Wendy Weston, Linda Malott, Jen Mason, Jodi Rich.
WHAT’S UP:
- The Community Closet at North Dresden Baptist Church is asking for donations of toiletry items and gently used winter clothes especially for men and snow clothes for children. They also provide food bags so any donations of food or money would be greatly appreciated. Unlike most thrift stores, everything is free. Drop donations off at NDBC Tuesdays 11-3, Thursdays 11-3, Fridays 4-8, the 3rd Saturday of the month 10-Noon or at St. Andrew’s on Sunday and we will deliver them for you. If anyone has any questions, please reach out to Bonnie Moore, moore.bonnie00@gmail.com.
- If you use donation envelopes, don’t throw them out if any are unused. We’re asking everyone to keep using them in 2025. They all have your donation number on them – your donation will be processed the day it’s received.
- Weekly email – Send announcements and new info to standrewspcdresden@gmail.com
- Free Community Meals – Please share this info with anyone in need: North Dresden Baptist Church – last Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Dresden Christian Reformed Church – second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULES – click here for link to the website
Greeters & coffee prep/Counting teams/Livestream/audio
MINISTRY LINKS
Renewal Fellowship – Pastor Andy is employed at 20% time as RF’s Executive Director. St. Andrew’s is the other 80%. Check out the new online publication Living in Truth.
WAYS OF GIVING:
- E-transfer st.andrewspcdresdenon@gmail.com. If required by your bank, our treasurer’s name is Linda Moore. Her number is 226-627-2727. If you are asked for a security question, please contact your local bank branch.
- Bring envelope on Sunday or if you have a key, leave it in the treasurer’s mailbox.
- Mail it to the church, PO Box 93 Dresden. N0P 1M0.
- Gift Cards – You pay face value for the gift cards and the church buys them at a discount through Chatham Christian Schools. Cards will be available for pickup at the church or will be distributed in church. Gift card orders are on the website. https://standrewsdresden.ca/ under the “giving” tab. The next deadline for gift card orders is November 30th.
- McBrayne’s Feed & Supply is offering to donate back 10 per cent of sales made using the St. Andrews account. Some items that apply are peanuts, bird feed, sunflower seed, and grains. Make sure you let them know you would like to use the St. Andrew’s account BEFORE ordering to ensure the church gets credit!
CHURCH WIFI:
Network: StAndrews
Password: StAndrews2015