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The Life of Joseph: Uncovering Divine Wisdom in the EverydayIntegrity Under Pressure: The Key to Overcoming Temptation How do you resist temptation when life gets tough? This week, in Week 2 of our fall series on the life of Joseph, we’ll see how he resists the pull of lust, power, and despair with wisdom and integrity. Joseph’s story points us to Jesus, who empowers us to overcome temptation by the strength of His love. Join us this Sunday to explore how Jesus is the key to resisting the trials we face today!
Celebrant:
Readings: Genesis 39:1-23; James 4:7-10; Matthew 22:34-40 (Read now)
Hymns: All Creatures of our God and King (Listen now) Come Thou Fount (Listen now) Glory to God on High (Listen now) The Lord is my Shepherd (Listen now) Firm Foundation (Listen now)
To keep up to date with the new songs we're singing this year, listen to them on our church worship playlist here. For more infomation visit:
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Weekly Events at St George's!
- Sunday Church, Sundays 10am - 11am: Join us for a weekly in-person service featuring worship, prayer, and a sermon. - Banff Food & Friends, Mondays 5pm-7pm: Enjoy a warm meal and great company at our community dinner, open to all. - Playtime at the Pines, Tuesdays 11am - 2pm: Bring your little ones for a fun drop-in play session with other families. - Bible Study, Tuesdays 4:30pm - 5:30pm: Come to our weekly Bible study! It's a place where we read and reflect upon God's word for the upcoming Sunday, so we can better understand His messages for us. - Resuming October 7th: 321 Course, Mondays 8:00pm - 9:00pm: Think deeper into our relationship with Jesus, and it informs our lives and view of the world. |
Dreams and Deception: God's presence in our Darkest TimesThe Life of Joseph - Sunday, September 8, 2024 Where is God in our darkest moments? Don't miss this message on hope, facing the fact that even when it seems like we're all alone God is there. For more infomation visit:
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WHAT WE'RE READING, LISTENING TO, AND WATCHINGEdifying content that has deeply informed our work this season! - My Dreams Had Come True. But the Panic Attacks Remained is a sobering and interesting testimony about anxiety and the possibility of finding God. - The rise of cultural Christianity Discover why 'cultural Christianity' is on the rise, as faith traditions blend with modern identity in surprising ways. - The Ethics of Authenticity is an engaging essay sharing how true authenticity isn’t about following your own desires, but aligning your life with God’s will. - Letter to the Olympians A letter to Christian Olympians has some wonderful insights for all of us. - Nick Cave’s latest Red Hand Files gives a succinct but fascinating response to being asked if he ever worries about being on the wrong side of history. - Jonathan Pageau, a French-Canadian icon carver, writer, and public speaker known for his exploration of Christian symbolism and traditional art, shares a sobering reflection on the much discussed opening of the olympics and its drag Dionysian representation of The Last Supper. - Pagans and Christians in the City: Culture Wars from the Tiber to the Potomac is a solid book for Christians who want to learn why our beliefs are more and more being sidleines and ridiculed in our current culture? It's not new, it happened from the beginning. For more infomation visit:
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Office Hours UpdateReach Out to Ji Won During Her Hours Office Hours Reminder! Just a quick note to let you know that our Parish Administrator, Ji Won, is in the office Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9 AM to 2 PM. If you’re reaching out via email or phone, that’s the best time to expect a reply. Thanks for keeping in touch! |
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Diocesan NewsletterStay Updated With Our Diocese in Calgary! The Diocese of Calgary sends out a e-newsletter every two weeks. To view their most recent newsletter click the button below. For more infomation visit:
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