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Some members from the congregation at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Lethbridge, Alta., distributed empty food bags, and in return received over 200 filled bags for “Target Hunger,” a city-wide food bank initiative to fill their shelves.
Pictured are Robbie MacInnis (far right) and his son, Aaron (next to his dad), from First Presbyterian Church in Pictou, N.S., piping by the waters of Ullapool, Scotland. The pair from Pictou County travelled to Scotland to commemorate the departure of the ship Hector from Ullapool 250 years ago, bringing Scottish settlers to Pictou in September of that year. Celebrations will take place in Pictou, “the Birthplace of New Scotland,” in September.
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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Fergus, Ont., participated in Fergus Medieval Faire in July. A water sta- tion was set up, where drinks were provided to the thirsty. The Rev. Peter Bush and Caleb Teichroeb dressed as monks from the fictional monastery of Fergus-on-the-Water. Over 800 people were served, and several com- mented that it was appropriate that monks were serving people’s needs with cups of cold water.
This picture is of the first meeting of faith leaders of York Region, hosted by York Regional Police Diversity Equity & Inclusion Bureau. This new Inter-Faith Harmony Initiative hopes to bring faith leaders together in open dialogue, sharing their faith and beliefs. Held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at the Community Safety Village in Stouffville, Ont., the Rev. Robert Hayashi attended and was accompanied by Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Clerk of Session, Susan Falla-Johnson.
Caledonia Presbyterian Church in Caledonia, Ont., hosted a textile recycling drive this past spring in combination with an e-waste recycling drive, and managed to divert over 8,000 pounds (4 tons) of waste from the landfills. What a great morning of community support!
Blair Presbyterian Church, Garden of Eden, in New Glasgow, N.S., recently marked the 90th birthday of two of their faithful members. Pictured is Theresa Fraser with supply minister, the Rev. Michael Crichton. In the sec- ond photo is Margaret (Peggy) Wood.