FAITH CALENDAR
Saturday: Stories told, Stories remembered: the Remembrance Day Service honours veterans and those affected by armed conflicts while holding a light on peace. At 10:30 a.m. at Unitarian Church of Calgary, 1703 - 1st Street N.W.; presenter: Rev. Debra Faulk; music director Jane Perry with Chor Vida. Townhall to discuss Calgary Unitarians visual identity will follow.
Sunday: St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 709 - 7th Street in Canmore, will begin a yearlong celebration of its 125th anniversary. The celebratory service will be at 10:30 a.m. followed by an ecumenical coffee hour to which all local churches are especially invited. The Anglican Archbishop of Calgary — the Most Reverend Gregory Kerr-Wilson — will be in attendance. Visit St. Michael’s website for more information www.stmichaelsanglican-canmore.com or call 403 678-5191.
Sunday: 10:30 a.m. at Unitarian Church of Calgary, 1703 - 1st Street N.W.: A Story to Tell; inspiration for this morning’s service comes in part from the life story of African poet and storyteller Birago Diop.
Wednesday: The Centre Street Church Maranatha Seniors invite you to join them at 10:30 a.m., to hear Gordon Elhard — Living Faithfully to the End — followed by a delicious lunch. For $12 tickets, please call: 403-547-0099. This will be held in the Chapel, second level, 3900 - 2 Street N.E.
Nov. 17 to 19: The Wisdom Centre and St. Laurence Anglican church hold workshops at St. Laurence church, 5940 Lakeview Dr. S.W. Brandan Roberstson — an author, pastor, contemplative activist, who is described as one of the most hope-inspiring young Christian leaders — will focus on inclusion, spirituality and spiritual growth. Details and registration at www.widomcentre.ca.
Nov. 18: Christmas Charity Bazaar at Robert McClure United Church, 5510 - 26 Ave N.E. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Highlights include an 11:30 a.m. fashion show featuring the World-Serve Thrift Store, unique gifts, handmade crafts, bake tables, pie orders, perogies and cabbage roll sales, and much more. All proceeds from this event will be donated to charities. In lieu of admission, non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Emergency Food Pantry. For more information or to order your pies call 403-2809500 or visit www.robertmcclurechurch.org
Nov. 18: Prince of Faith Lutheran Church, 2523 - 56 Street N.E. is holding a holiday craft and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring fresh baked goods, local artisans, all new items for sale, and home-crafted gifts. Tables available for Tupperware and more. Contact IrenePankonin@shaw.ca, Istenabough@telus.net or office@princeoffaith.ca for further information.
Nov. 25: Foothills United Church, 3803 - 69th St. N.W. (north of Sunnyside Greenhouses) is holding its 27th annual craft fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with two floors of quality crafts, jewelry, woodwork, knitted and crocheted items, Christmas decorations, cards and much more. A concession will also be available. Admission is free.
Nov. 25: Join us for the 23rd annual Deer Park United Church turkey supper and silent auction. This is a fabulous opportunity to support the Deer Park Community. Sittings at 5 and 6:45 p.m. Ticket prices: Adults $20, seniors $15, children aged 6-12 $10, and children under 6 are free; family price (two adults and three children) is $50. Tickets are available Sunday mornings after worship, or in the church office Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 77 Deerpoint Road S.E. For reservations call 403-278-8263.