January 8, 2026
DEAR ST. ANDREW’S FAMILY:
The countdown is on to the kickoff of the Underground. St. Andrew’s is partnered with U-Turn Ministries of Wallaceburg to launch this new ministry designed to introduce teens to Christ. Ages 13-18 are welcome – no matter what grade or school you attend. Our involvement with Underground means that we can say with all honesty that “we have a youth group.”
Three main events are scheduled – see details below.
St. Andrew’s committed $2,500 to support this ministry in 2025 and we plan to continue this in 2026. U-Turn founder Pastor Jason Cartier sends his appreciation: “I was hoping you could convey to the congregation our sincere gratitude for their generosity toward U-Turn Ministries. Receiving your support near the end of last year was a significant blessing and a tremendous help to our work.”
This is a new initiative for Dresden and Wallaceburg. Please pray for the leadership and volunteers – and for the teens, especially those who do not know The Lord. For those who do – may their faith roots grow deeper!
SCRIPTURE: Exodus 20:18-20, Psalm 29
MESSAGE: The 10 Commandments were pronounced as thunder roared and lightning flashed and a dense cloud came down on the mountain. There was a long, loud blast from a ram’s horn and all the people trembled. God can speak in a gentle whisper, as He did with Elijah on the mountain. God can speak any way He wants. He is God. He works in ways which are not in line with human understanding and practice. Elijah was actually expecting God to speak in the thunder, the wind and the shaking of the earth. But God does not speak in order to meet our expectations. He often does the opposite. Because He is God.
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
- For anyone awaiting diagnosis – may their symptoms remain tolerable until treatment takes place
- For restraint among world leaders, may conflict be replaced by diplomacy
- For protection from imperialism
CONTINUE TO PRAY
- The Underground teen ministry. 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, Andrew Neely, Kris Richards, Mark Richards, Bruce Stephens
- Shut ins – Dianne Richards at Wallaceburg Retirement Residence; Jim Lusk and Sandra Pegg at Oaks Wallaceburg; Ross Fuchs at Fairfield Park in Wallaceburg; Margaret Follows at home.
WHAT’S UP
- Wednesday at 2 p.m. – Bible study and discussion at St. Andrew’s. We’re doing Bible Engagement Basics. No need to commit – just show up when you are able. Led by Pastor Andy and Pastor Rob from Evangel Pentecostal Tabernacle.
- Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. – Session meets with its committees, followed by Session.
- Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. – Underground kickoff at First Baptist in Wallaceburg. Transportation provided from Dresden.
- Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. – Underground meets at St. Andrew’s
- March 6 at 7 p.m. – Underground at First Baptist 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.
GOOD TO KNOW:
- The Community Closet at North Dresden Baptist Church is asking for donations of personal grooming and toiletry items. 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 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 for 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 Jan. 25.
- 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