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Melanchton Mega Quarry
God has placed mankind on this planet earth – a planet that God created to support life. God gave us dominion over God's creation which contains everything we need to survive and thrive. However, we haven't always used the gift and responsibility wisely.
A 2,300-acre, 236-foot deep mega-quarry is being proposed for the Orangeville area. Concerns are being expressed over the destruction of prime farmland and wildlife habitat and the impact that this project could have on water resources and air quality.
What should our response as Christians be to this proposal?
If you want to know more, please see the information posted on the bulletin board or contact Marilyn Blackwood between 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at 519.823.8643.

Accessible Drop Off on Norfolk Street
Until the official signage is placed, we would encourage those who are dropping off people who need assistance into worship to move their cars to allow for others to use the same access point instead of using it as a parking space. If you need help with your passengers, please enter the main doors and request that the greeters find someone to assist you. Together we can ensure that St. Andrew's is accessible to all. Thank you for your understanding.


Flowers for the Sanctuary
There is a flower tribute poster on the welcome board.  If you wish to place flowers in the Sanctuary in memory of a loved one, please sign the poster.

Welcome Malcolm! Malcolm Welland, MA, DCTP, Member CAPT, Clinical Member OSP Malcolm is a professional psychotherapist in Guelph.

WMS Petition re Human Trafficking / Modern Slavery
We can do something about it. Yes, we can!
Today, we could sign a petition requesting that Parliament include a minimum punishment, (a term of five years) for offences of trafficking of persons under the age of eighteen years.
This petition will be available at the Welcome Center and in the Church Hall after the Worship Service.
Download pdf file of Modern Slavery document (May 2009)
Kathleen McGillivray, President of Waterloo-Wellington Presbyterial, WMS

Our St. Andrew's Community
• Celebrate with our St. Andrew's community •
Many in our St. Andrew's - Guelph congregation have friends and family members involved in special events or who have achieved special recognition, both locally and elsewhere. Here's your opportunity to share and celebrate the good news.

Ride for Refuge 2011 - October 2
	Thanks to all who participated in any way in the RIDE this year. It is amazing that we raised  over $4,200.00 – especially since we didn’t start working on the project until September! We will be back in 2012 and we already have 4 more riders:  Peter McCaskell (yes, Peter will ride for St. Andrew's in 2012), Charlie Toth, John Kerr and Fred Gingrich.
Photo - left to right: Team St. Andrew's 2011: Michael Weiss, Knolly Toolsie, Fred Ferwerda, Rick McRonald and Courtney McRonald

• Rev. John dyes his hair blond as St. Andrew's meets goal for raising funds -- October 18, 2009 at Pax Glen Camp, Glen Morris, Ontario

	If we raise $5,000 as a congregation, I will go blonde . . .   Photo credits: Janet Dalgleish
I want to thank you so much for your generous support of the Presbytery’s One Campaign for PWS&D Afghanistan. Your contributions to the cause were overwhelming and I can say for certain that you have made your mark among the Presbyterian churches in our Presbytery. Not only did we 'beat' our challengers financially but we also showed up in significant numbers to the event. Thanks again, I'm so proud and honoured to be able to say that St. Andrew's is 'a place to call home.' And you know… I think I am having more fun since the colour change. Rev. John Borthwick

View the pdf file:
• 40 under 40 Awards: 2008 featuring Rev. John Borthwick and highlighting the 2009 Habitat for Humanity "Faith Build"

• Get involved in our St. Andrew's community •
Post announcements for special programs and concerts, and community events. Here are opportunities to enjoy a new activity, a concert or special event.