Handbell Choir resumes

Our handbells have been freshly polished and tuned up for the coming season.....they are beautiful! The Handbell Choir meets Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 pm. 

Ringers participate in worship services every month and occasionally more often.  On those days we also meet Sunday mornings to rehearse before the service. This is the best time of year to join the Handbell Choir. 

Please let us know if you are interested by speaking to one of us following next week's service or email info@marniegiesbrecht.com.

Did you ever want to sing in the choir?

Fall is the best time to start. Our first practice will be Wednesday, September 10 at 7:30 pm. 

We meet weekly on Wednesday evenings and on Sunday mornings at 10 am for rehearsals. If you have those times free and love to sing, please talk to Marnie or Joachim next Sunday, September 7, after the service, or email info@marniegiesbrecht.com. 

We would love to talk to you and it helps with planning and preparation to know who will be in the choir.

Adventures with Abraham!

Starting this September, our Sunday School children will be acting out and playing with the stories of Abraham, Sarah and Isaac. If you want to join in the fun, please email Rev. Mark at mdrchiang@hotmail.com. 

We're always looking for adults who feel passionate about serving in children's ministry!

Workshop on Change - early bird registration closes Sept 2

Fall workshop on change.  "Change is never easy, and we'll avoid it as much as possible."The Nurture Committee of the Presbytery of Edmonton-Lakeland is planning a Fall Workshop for Saturday September 20, 2014. The Rev. Peter Coutts from Calgary will be presenting it. He is an engaging, witty and overall great presenter. 

Early-bird registrations close September 2, and are $25. After that it is $30. See registrations on bulletin board.

Click on link for more details about the workshop: Presbytery Workshop on Change

Guest Organist - Jason Biel (Aug. 31)

Our thanks to Jason Biel who was guest organist today. A graduate of Canadian University College in Lacombe, Jason begins the Performance Certificate program in organ performance this fall at King's.

Thank you Jason!

FREE Winspear Concert (Aug 26)

Winspear Davis Concert Organ

On August 26, there will be a organ recital at the Winspear during the noon hour. Admission is free. 

Organists Cari Astleford and Wendy Nieuwenhuis perform on the Davis Concert Organ.

All are welcome.

First Church is Mobility Accessible

First Presbyterian is accessible for anyone with mobility challenges.

Elevator access at ground level is available from the southwest door...see picture to the right.  The elevator goes to both the sanctuary as well as to the church hall in the basement. Once on either of these levels, washrooms are readily accessible.

Anyone needing the elevator for the first time please call the church beforehand at 780.217.9504 to arrange a meeting with the church caretaker (Norm Marshall). 

Don't have a wheelchair?  First Church also has a wheelchair available to loan for anyone who may need to transfer a loved one from car into the church.