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October 2024
Adult Forum
A History of Lessons and Carols Music Director, Canon Walter Wells, and organist, Gwen Catchen, will talk about the history of the service of Lessons and Carols which takes place annually during Advent.
Find out more »African Bible Study
St. Andrew's Daughters of the King invites you to join a bible study focusing on the Acts of the Apostles. Everyone is invited to participate. The African Bible Study method was introduced by the African Delegation to the Lambeth Conference in 1998. It is rooted in the ancient method of praying the scriptures, known as Lectio Divina, or “Holy Reading.” A selected passage is read aloud from three different versions of the Bible by three different voices. After each reading, listeners are invited to respond in…
Find out more »Men’s Group
St. Andrew’s Men’s Group gathers once a month at 5:30 p.m. for food and fellowship, usually followed by reflection on the Bible at about 6 p.m. All men of St. Andrew’s are welcome. Questions or requests for more information can be sent to Dennis Shea. dennisgshea@yahoo.com
Find out more »Community Cafe
Join us every Thursday for a free meal! Donations are accepted, but never expected.
Find out more »The Philadelphia Eleven
The Philadelphia Eleven is the true story of the ‘irregular’ ordinations of the first eleven women priests in the Episcopal Church – which took place 50 years ago (!) at the Church of the Advocate in North Philadelphia. Episcopal at Penn State is partnering with the Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development and St. Andrew’s Friday Films and Daughters of the King to host a viewing of the film on Friday, October 25, at 7 p.m. in the Memorial Lounge…
Find out more »Fall Cleanup Day
Join members of the Property Committee and fellow parishioners for a “Cleanup Day” at St. Andrew’s. This outdoor work will consist primarily of leaf raking, weeding and pruning, and other tasks as time allows. Our goal is to make sure our grounds are safe and attractive now and ready for the winter ahead. Bring a leaf rake and similar yard-work tools (if you have any), your favorite gloves and kneepads, and dress appropriately for the weather. We need your help…
Find out more »Adult Forum
Food Recovery Network, presented by Emmanuel Kraft Emmanuel Kraft is a student at Penn State and a co-founder of the university’s Food Recovery Network chapter, which transports unserved, leftover food from the campus dining halls to distribution locations such as St. Andrew’s. He looks forward to discussing how they simultaneously address food waste and food insecurity, and how you can do your own part!
Find out more »State College CROP Hunger Walk
CROP Walk is coming! Put on your purple and prepare to participate as we walk to end hunger in State College and around the world. The 5K walk begins and ends this year at State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W Beaver Ave. To make a donation or join our Purple People Feeders team to walk, visit our team page: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/cropwalks/team/st-andrews-purple-people-feeders-4 You can also give cash or checks made out to CWS/CROP to any of the walkers. Contact Andrea McCloskey if you…
Find out more »Book Group
In keeping with the season, the Book Group selection for October is You Like it Darker by Stephen King. Read it with the lights on! The Book Group is open to all and newcomers and guests are always welcome.
Find out more »Community Cafe Fundraiser – Cheers to Art
Arena Bar and Grill, 1521 Martin Street Cost is $15, pre-register by emailing northlandbowl@northlandbowl.com You MUST pre-register. Register as a group if you would like to sit together. During the evening, you will be guided through creating an acrylic ghost painting (pictured above.) All of the brushes, paints, and canvases are provided. Take home your very own masterpiece after the class just in time for Halloween. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the event. $5 from each registration will be donated…
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