July 4, 2024
DEAR ST. ANDREW’S FAMILY,
In a broken and hurting world, God is peace and strength. He doesn’t always remove the pain but He provides hope. What’s amazing is that He can be found in the most unlikely places. If you are a believer, stand tall in this promise and you will carry His light everywhere you go. Amen.
SCRIPTURE THIS WEEK – Genesis 39:19-23, 40:1-23
MESSAGE – Joseph thrived even in prison because the Lord was with him. But that didn’t stop Satan from tempting him and trying to bring him down with a false accusation. The wife of his master Potiphar was trying to get Joseph to do something he didn’t want to do. He refused several times. Out of frustration and anger, she made up a story to get him in trouble. Joseph is a model of leadership. God was with him and supernaturally protected and saved him from death at the hands of his brothers. God placed him in environments in which he could thrive under leaders who recognized his gifts. But Joseph also recognized that God provided many gifts. We are invited to use them. Not on our own, but in partnership with God.
SUNDAY WORSHIP ONLINE – 10:30 a.m.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2gXgpMK6Hyd6HG2Kmcqp3A
Feel free to say hello in the chat box/message area. Share good news and prayer requests. The entire service is recorded and available immediately afterwards on YouTube.
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 Heather Shaw as she undergoes heart surgery this afternoon and evening. For Dan and Julie Shaw as they provide support and care for Dwayne and the grandchildren.
- Condolences to Maisie (Max) Deline following the passing of her sister Evelyn Harrett. Maisie is the last surviving sibling, predeceased by three brothers and four sisters.
- Pray for the people in the Caribbean and Mexico in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.
- For Jen Langstaff as she undergoes surgery for breast cancer July 8, followed by chemo and radiation.
CONTINUE TO PRAY
Condolences –
- Wendy Weston’s friend and family whose son Harrison Bateman died unexpectedly while competing in an 12.6 km obstacle course June 16 in Mount Tremblant, Quebec. He was 33.
Health and healing –
- Betty and Bruce Bradley, Pastor Jason Cartier, Pam Cornell, Becky Desjardine, Margaret Follows, Fran Jacklin, Mark Labadie, Jenn Langstaff, Ron Mason, Bette Northcott, Karen Northcott, Rob Northcott, Tom O’Neill, Colin Paterson, Cherie Pegg, Sandra Pegg, Ellen Robinson, Heather & Dwayne Shaw & family, Julie Shaw, Bruce & Cathy Stephens, Sandra Whitson
- Anyone seeking or undergoing treatment for addictions
- Anyone wrestling with anxiety and depression
Shut ins – Dianne Richards at Wallaceburg Retirement Residence, Jim Lusk at Oaks Wallaceburg, Lane Douglas and Ross Fuchs at Fairfield Park in Wallaceburg, Aubrey Butler at home.
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 and Julie Shaw 226-627-1953, Bob Vriesema 519-401-8056.
Board of managers – Wendy Weston (chair), Levi Bergsma, Will Brewer, Linda Malott, Jenn Mason, Nicole Neely, Von Parking, Mark Richards, Jodi Rich, Bob Vriesema and Mike Wicks.
SUMMER STUDY
- Pastor Andy will be hosting Summer Searching – a time of scripture, discussion and prayer on three Wednesdays during the summer: July 3, July 24 and Aug. 21. The content will be determined by our needs at the time. I will come prepared with a specific scripture to discuss. Because we know that the world is hurting, we can spend generous time in prayer. Is there a topic you want to discuss – let Pastor Andy know. amcpastor1@gmail.com.
DATES
July 15 – Board of Managers meets.
Aug. 4 – It’s our long-standing practice to cancel worship on the Sunday of the Civic Holiday weekend.
Aug. 11 – Guest preacher Mary Pat Elliott
Aug 18 – Annual outdoor worship at Rotary Park in partnership with Evangel Pentecostal Tabernacle and North Dresden Baptist Church.
Oct. 27 – Anniversary Service with guest preacher Rev. Thomas Kay, convenor of the St. Andrew’s & Rutherford Amalgamation Commission.
WHAT’S UP:
- Do you have a key to the church? Please let Wendy know whether it’s for sanctuary/hall or the kitchen entrance – or if you have both.
- This year’s Dresden Ministerial VBS is filling up fast. No cost – but donations are welcome. It takes place mornings from Aug. 5-9 at Dresden Community Church. Ideally, campers should be entering Grades 1-6 this September. Registration link: https://dresdencommunitychurch.breezechms.com/form/629507
- 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 Community Church – first 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%.
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. Send e-transfer AND order forms to st.andrewspcdresdenon@gmail.com. Next deadline June 30.
- 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:
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Password: StAndrews2015