WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of September 18, 2009

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Kenn Zuk for his musical contribution through August.

PASTORAL VISITING WORKSHOP: Saturday Sept. 26, 2009 at St Andrew's from 10:00 am to noon. Presented by Martha Fish. No Charge — Please Pre-Register @ 368-5581 or 362-9022. To develop comfort in visiting fellow parishioners in a variety of circumstances, with a focus on the elderly. We will learn and practice effective communication styles, learn to recognize and respond appropriately to situations where communication is difficult and develop/strengthen an ongoing network of supportive visitors.

AT HOME WITH GOD: Friends of Taize Guided Weekend Retreat. October 16-18 @ Marywood Retreat Centre—Cranbrook. The weekend will include: Input, Taize changes, Quiet Prayer & Group Sharing. For further information, please call Marywood at 250-426-8117 or email marywoodretreats@shaw.ca.

FOOD BANK NOTICE: There were over 60 families at the Food Bank this past week. And so, the cupboards are very bare again! The next Food Bank will be held Tuesday, October 13th. The team would appreciate donations of fruit, vegetables and proteins. A special request has been extended for treats for the children: cookies, chocolate bars, juices, etc. Thanks to the Parish for Ongoing Support!!

REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE FROM ALTAR GUILD: Altar Guild would appreciate donations of produce, flowers, etc. for Harvest Sunday, October 11th. Please deliver to the church on Saturday morning, Oct 10th @ 10 am……..and then we encourage you to stay and help decorate!!

FALL GARDEN TIDY-UP: Are there any folks willing to help tidy up the Lord’s garden? Please contact Lesley @ 368-5123 to maybe group together to accomplish the task!