Another Place to Call Home
Pakenham, Ontario, Canada
Services at 11:00 a.m.
Services at 11:00 a.m.
- We are open for in-person service
- We live-stream services if you are unable to attend in person
- And, you can participate at your convenience after 12:30 p.m. on Sundays by watching the recorded service on our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
* Education and Entertainment *
* Food and Fellowship *
* Worship and Wonder *
At St. Andrew's there is always
something for you and your family.
* Food and Fellowship *
* Worship and Wonder *
At St. Andrew's there is always
something for you and your family.
You are invited to help honour and celebrate a remarkable individual who has served St. Andrew’s and Zion United Churches for the past decade.
For ten years Nancy Townend has been the heart of our administrative operations ensuring that every aspect of the Pastoral Charge’s daily affairs run smoothly and efficiently. She has provided a welcoming presence and embodied the spirit of service and dedication.
With unwavering commitment, professionalism, and kindness Nancy has supported us all. Her warmth, compassion, gentle spirit, and willingness to just get things done, have touched the lives of countless individuals within our church community. She has left an indelible mark on everyone she has encountered.
So please join us to congratulate Nancy on her retirement, thank her for ten years of exceptional service and celebrate her new beginnings.
When: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10 a.m.
What: Coffee and Treats
Where: St. Andrew’s United Church, Stewart Hall
For ten years Nancy Townend has been the heart of our administrative operations ensuring that every aspect of the Pastoral Charge’s daily affairs run smoothly and efficiently. She has provided a welcoming presence and embodied the spirit of service and dedication.
With unwavering commitment, professionalism, and kindness Nancy has supported us all. Her warmth, compassion, gentle spirit, and willingness to just get things done, have touched the lives of countless individuals within our church community. She has left an indelible mark on everyone she has encountered.
So please join us to congratulate Nancy on her retirement, thank her for ten years of exceptional service and celebrate her new beginnings.
When: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10 a.m.
What: Coffee and Treats
Where: St. Andrew’s United Church, Stewart Hall
Rev. Sheryl is serving coffee and conversation.
It’s a time to drop in, relax, sip a cup of coffee and chat.
All are welcome
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
It’s a time to drop in, relax, sip a cup of coffee and chat.
All are welcome
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Can’t join us for services on Sunday morning?
How about Wednesday evenings?
Bring the kids to Family Dinner & Service on the last Wednesday of each month. Enjoy a simple meal provided by members of the church. The meal will be followed by an interactive worship service, which is designed for the whole family.
How about Wednesday evenings?
Bring the kids to Family Dinner & Service on the last Wednesday of each month. Enjoy a simple meal provided by members of the church. The meal will be followed by an interactive worship service, which is designed for the whole family.
Truth & Reconciliation Education
Saturday, May 11, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
St. Andrew’s is hosting a Blanket Exercise which will be facilitated by Mississippi Mills All My Relations Group in partnership with Kateri Native Ministry.
The Blanket Exercise was developed in response to the 1996 Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples. It named the need for education about our shared history in Canada to improve the relationship between indigenous and non-indigenous people. This was again affirmed in the recommendations of the 2015 Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It is an interactive educational program that teaches the history of colonization in Canada.
Cost is $20 and includes Lunch.
There will also be an opportunity to give a donation to support this work.
Participation is limited to 30 people. The Registration Deadline is April 26, 2024.
To register contact Bronwen Harman at bharman@xplornet.ca.
Kateri Native Ministry based in Ottawa focuses on healing ministries for indigenous people by bridging with love. Facilitating ‘The Blanket Exercise’, is intended to help with healing of relationship.
Contact Kateri Native Ministry at:
211 Bronson Ave, Suite 310
Ottawa, ON K1R 6H5
613-565-4180
admin@katerinativeministry.ca
katerinativeministry.ca
Saturday, May 11, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
St. Andrew’s is hosting a Blanket Exercise which will be facilitated by Mississippi Mills All My Relations Group in partnership with Kateri Native Ministry.
The Blanket Exercise was developed in response to the 1996 Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples. It named the need for education about our shared history in Canada to improve the relationship between indigenous and non-indigenous people. This was again affirmed in the recommendations of the 2015 Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It is an interactive educational program that teaches the history of colonization in Canada.
Cost is $20 and includes Lunch.
There will also be an opportunity to give a donation to support this work.
Participation is limited to 30 people. The Registration Deadline is April 26, 2024.
To register contact Bronwen Harman at bharman@xplornet.ca.
Kateri Native Ministry based in Ottawa focuses on healing ministries for indigenous people by bridging with love. Facilitating ‘The Blanket Exercise’, is intended to help with healing of relationship.
Contact Kateri Native Ministry at:
211 Bronson Ave, Suite 310
Ottawa, ON K1R 6H5
613-565-4180
admin@katerinativeministry.ca
katerinativeministry.ca
This Mother's Day St. Andrew’s is delighted to host
Aella Choir
(pronounced eye-lah)
Aella will be performing ROOTS - the final concert of their 2023-24 season.
ROOTS celebrates both the joys and the challenges of family connections. It is about beginnings, endings, and the legacy of our loved ones. Through songs about birth, childhood, parents and parenthood, Aella will celebrate and honour those who cared
for us and nurtured us as we grew.
The centrepiece of this concert is the debut of a new work by Franco-Ontarian composer Marie-Claire Saindon. “La valse de Marie” was composed in loving memory and celebration of Marie Paquette-Rivard: maman to Aella member, Josée Rivard,
and much-loved choir mom to us all.
Admittance is a freewill donation as part of Aella’s mandate to make high quality musical performances accessible to everyone. Your donation can be made until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at: https://t.ly/8ED3s -- and at the door by credit, debit, or cash.
Aella Choir Presents: Roots (May 12 - Pakenham show)
Aella Choir is delighted to be taking Roots on the road to Pakenham, for a special repeat performance. This concert celebrates both the joys and the challenges of family connections. It is about beginnings, endings, and the legacy of our loved ones. Through songs about birth, childhood, parents and parenthood, Aella will celebrate and honour those who cared for us and nurtured us as we grew. As the centrepiece and beating heart of Roots, Aella is thrilled to debut a new work by Franco-Ontarian composer Marie-Claire Saindon. “La valse de Marie” was composed in loving memory and celebration of Marie Paquette-Rivard: maman to Aella member, Josée Rivard, and much-loved choir mom to us all. Ticket purchases are by freewill donation as part of our mandate to make high quality musical performances accessible to everyone.
Aella Choir is an upper-voice ensemble founded by Artistic Director Jennifer Berntson, which initially started as a pick-up choir for a single concert in 2016. It operates in Ottawa, Ontario, on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people. The ensemble has been described as "everything a modern choir should be – innovative, technically precise, joyous, comforting and representative" (Andrew Riddles, Classical Ottawa) and "like a battle scene from Game of Thrones although with far less violence" (Blake Edwards, a fan). Its members, more specifically, have been called “fierce” (Giacomo Panico, CBC) and “abnormally close” (Aella member). They enjoy singing a mix of genres – from traditional choral repertoire, to challenging contemporary music, to pop – but mostly, they enjoy singing with each other. You can learn more about the choir at http://www.aellachoir.com/.
Aella Choir
(pronounced eye-lah)
Aella will be performing ROOTS - the final concert of their 2023-24 season.
ROOTS celebrates both the joys and the challenges of family connections. It is about beginnings, endings, and the legacy of our loved ones. Through songs about birth, childhood, parents and parenthood, Aella will celebrate and honour those who cared
for us and nurtured us as we grew.
The centrepiece of this concert is the debut of a new work by Franco-Ontarian composer Marie-Claire Saindon. “La valse de Marie” was composed in loving memory and celebration of Marie Paquette-Rivard: maman to Aella member, Josée Rivard,
and much-loved choir mom to us all.
Admittance is a freewill donation as part of Aella’s mandate to make high quality musical performances accessible to everyone. Your donation can be made until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at: https://t.ly/8ED3s -- and at the door by credit, debit, or cash.
Aella Choir Presents: Roots (May 12 - Pakenham show)
Aella Choir is delighted to be taking Roots on the road to Pakenham, for a special repeat performance. This concert celebrates both the joys and the challenges of family connections. It is about beginnings, endings, and the legacy of our loved ones. Through songs about birth, childhood, parents and parenthood, Aella will celebrate and honour those who cared for us and nurtured us as we grew. As the centrepiece and beating heart of Roots, Aella is thrilled to debut a new work by Franco-Ontarian composer Marie-Claire Saindon. “La valse de Marie” was composed in loving memory and celebration of Marie Paquette-Rivard: maman to Aella member, Josée Rivard, and much-loved choir mom to us all. Ticket purchases are by freewill donation as part of our mandate to make high quality musical performances accessible to everyone.
Aella Choir is an upper-voice ensemble founded by Artistic Director Jennifer Berntson, which initially started as a pick-up choir for a single concert in 2016. It operates in Ottawa, Ontario, on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people. The ensemble has been described as "everything a modern choir should be – innovative, technically precise, joyous, comforting and representative" (Andrew Riddles, Classical Ottawa) and "like a battle scene from Game of Thrones although with far less violence" (Blake Edwards, a fan). Its members, more specifically, have been called “fierce” (Giacomo Panico, CBC) and “abnormally close” (Aella member). They enjoy singing a mix of genres – from traditional choral repertoire, to challenging contemporary music, to pop – but mostly, they enjoy singing with each other. You can learn more about the choir at http://www.aellachoir.com/.
Mississippi Mills’ A MEAL FOR ALL (AMFA) is pleased to announce a series of free community Sunday Suppers starting May 26, 2024, at St. Andrew’s United Church in Pakenham.
Regardless of our heritage or culture, most of us have fond memories of gathering around a supper table with family and friends. It is hoped that free community Sunday Suppers won’t just fill your tummy they will nourish your soul. These Sunday Suppers will be an opportunity for individuals and families to participate in community, connect with neighbours, rekindle old friendships, meet new people and make new friends.
Each Sunday Supper will feature a healthy hot meal that will always include a vegetarian option. Like all AMFA programs, the Sunday Suppers will be free. But if you are able, donations are greatly appreciated.
Moving forward Sunday Suppers will be held the 4th Sunday of every-other month, beginning in May and alternating between Pakenham and Almonte.
Seating is limited. Reserve your spot by email at: hello@mealforall.ca
Doors open at 5:15p.m.
Supper will be served between 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the following dates:
Regardless of our heritage or culture, most of us have fond memories of gathering around a supper table with family and friends. It is hoped that free community Sunday Suppers won’t just fill your tummy they will nourish your soul. These Sunday Suppers will be an opportunity for individuals and families to participate in community, connect with neighbours, rekindle old friendships, meet new people and make new friends.
Each Sunday Supper will feature a healthy hot meal that will always include a vegetarian option. Like all AMFA programs, the Sunday Suppers will be free. But if you are able, donations are greatly appreciated.
Moving forward Sunday Suppers will be held the 4th Sunday of every-other month, beginning in May and alternating between Pakenham and Almonte.
Seating is limited. Reserve your spot by email at: hello@mealforall.ca
Doors open at 5:15p.m.
Supper will be served between 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the following dates:
- May 26th - St. Andrew's United Church, Pakenham
- July 28th - Almonte
- September 29th - St. Andrew's United Church, Pakenham
- November 24th – Almonte
Sellers, Shoppers and Swappers Wanted!
Two camps for children ages 4 - 12
June 27 - 28 and August 22 - 23
Join us for one or both of these programs.
Teen helpers are invited and very welcome.
Find full details and registration form here
June 27 - 28 and August 22 - 23
Join us for one or both of these programs.
Teen helpers are invited and very welcome.
Find full details and registration form here
See yourself, your family and your neighbours doing all the things we love to do at St. Andrew's in the video below.
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Donations have drastically fallen off during the Pandemic.
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Our Origins
In 1840, the first congregation of St. Andrew’s United Church of Pakenham gathered together in worship. The people in that first congregation, made up of predominantly pioneering families from Ireland and Scotland, had sailed across the Atlantic, then up the St. Lawrence by steamer to Brockville, then by foot to Perth and finally through rough forest trails to their parcels of land in Pakenham. For the 175 years since that first gathering, subsequent generations have continued the tradition of worship with determination, faith, love and a strong sense of community. To this day outreach remains the heart and soul of our faith family.
Whether you're already part of our community or just visiting we hope our website will help tell the story of who we are.
You are welcome at St. Andrew's for worship, musical and special events and of course for our famous country church suppers.
For our full history click here.
Whether you're already part of our community or just visiting we hope our website will help tell the story of who we are.
You are welcome at St. Andrew's for worship, musical and special events and of course for our famous country church suppers.
For our full history click here.
Our history in photos.