Births & Deaths

A memorial service for Rhianon Haldane will be held in the FSA Chapel on Sunday, March7 at 2:00 pm with visitation at 1:00 pm

Condolences are extended to Bert and Marion Wilson on the passing of Bert's brother last week in Ireland.

Help Wanted

Please consider signing up to help with Coffee and Conversation for some Sunday in March or April when you come down after church. This will make it much easier for the monthly convenors who will call to remind you. Sign up sheets will be at the end of the coffee table. For more information contact Karin Barth or Donna Travis.

Honours/Special Occasions

Items Wanted

Cards of Thanks

Lost & Found

• If anyone knows the whereabouts of a100 cup coffee urn, please let the office know.
• We're also looking for a couple of large baking pans.

Announcements

PARKING

When parking on FSA property, please be careful not to block cars, laneways or exits. This seems to be a growing problem and is becomng a safety concern. Additional parking is available on the street and in several adjacent lots during Sunday services.

PRAYER CYCLE

Middlesex Presbytery has set up a Prayer Cycle from May 2009 until April 2010. Each week all congregations are asked to include one particular group in their prayers.

• Week of March 7 - Dorchester-Crumllin

UCW News

Tuesday Unit

Mary & Martha Unit

The next meting will be Wednesday, March 10th at 2 pm in the Parlour. The program will be provided by Jane Wesmorland on "Comfort Quilts."

All are Welcome

Words from Worship

The last Sunday in April will mark the end of our regular 9:00 am Sunday Service. The Committee is currently actively looking at other alternative worship opportunities to serve the congregation.

Messages from MOE

Cinnamon Buns

A special team of ELUCO bakers are again hard at work making delicious, mouthwatering cinnamon buns! Orders will be taken at the Coffee & Chocolate table in Proudfoot Hall during Coffee & Conversation for delivery on Palm Sunday or possibly before. Cost is $6.00 per dozen. Enjoy a sweet treat and help support programs for low income families in east London!

Please Remember St. Paul's Daily Bread

If shopping and bringing food into FSA is a problem, money and cheques, marked "St. Paul's Daily Bread," is an option and tax receipts will be issued on request.

The second annual fund-raiser for the St. Paul's Dail Bread will be held on Monday, April 19. The cost, which include a simple meal prepared by the London Club is $75. You will receive a $55 tax receipt. Watch for posters and more information

Mission Services

The Mission Store is always in need of good used sheets, towels, pots and pans and small appliances. They may be dropped off at the Mission Store, 300 William St. just south of the CNR tracks or call for pickup, 519-438-3056.

Green FSA - Enviro Corner

Green FSA is organizing a summer environmental day camp. If you are interested in children's programming, curriculum design and have an interest in nature and the environment, please contact Lisa Chevrette at 519-850-4290 or lisanorthlondon@hotmail.com

If yo have old electronics that you no longer want/need, the first thing to do is re-purpose them through one of the charities. But if those electronics no longer work, there are depots around the city that will take them. Staples is one of them. They will take tvs, vcrs, computers, monitors. I was not told there was a cost but I was not able to find a detailed outline of their program. You might want to call first to ensure they accept your item.

For this week's Carbon Fast, consider turning down your thermostat one degree, especially at night when you are not likely to notice it.

What size are you? Have you ever tried calculating your carbon footprint? This is a calculation of how much greenhouse gas emissions you create on an annual basis.

The City of London has launched a new page on their website called "Rethink Energy." Take the 1 minute calulator to see how changing your habits can reduce the size of your carbon fooprint. They also have a kid-friendly section.

http://www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Rethink_Energy/zerofootprint_page.htm

Lent is a time of fasting. Fasting is not just a literal abstaining from food but also a time of prayerful reflection and genuine commitment to God's justice. Participating in a "carbon fast" means that we will try to reduce our use of fossil fuels, the leading cause of climate change. Reflect on ways you can reduce the amount of time you spend in your car - try car-sharing with someone to go to church next Sunday. Consider learning more about climate change by attending a lecture:

Mon. Fbe. 22 at 4:30-6 pm

The 2 Degrees Challenge: Climate Catastrophe or Sustainable Inspiration?

with David Noble at Middlesex College, Room 110, UWO

This is a public lecture and all are welcome.

We all know that to conserve electricity at home, it is a good practice to turn out the lights when we leave a room. This is also a good rule here at FSA. If you are the last one out of any of the rooms, remember to turn out the lights and close the door (a fire-safety precaution).

Are you hosting an event in Proudfoot Hall but are intimidated by that fancy dishwasher? Have no fear. it is easy to use, and thee are lots of people eager to teach others how to use it. let's enjoy the china and cutlery we have in the kitchen. Paper plates may be biodegradable, but when they are packed in a plastic garbage bag and thrown in a landfill, they don't decompose. Just pop into the kitchen during coffee and conversation and we will show you how!

Mealtime at FSA

Next meeting March 23 at 6:00 pm.

Come and joinour lively group for a once-in-lifetime chance to hear "The 3 Keyboards."

Our guests will be

• Stephen Holowitz, teacher of vocal music at Lucas Secondary School, organist of St. James Westminster Anglican Church who pops up as a jazz pianist almost everywhere in town
• Angus Sinclair, organist and choir master of Bishop Cronyn Anglican church, keyboard player/arranager with "the 3 Cantors," and improviser extraordinaire
• Peter Clements, Music Professor Emeritus,at Western, examiner & workshop leader with Conservatory Canada, and jazz pianist for the London Jazz Orchestra.

Everyone is Welcome

Guests please call June McKay at 519-471-5668

Next potluck: Sun, March. 28

Please show up with whatever nut-free delight (main course or salad or bread or beverage or dessert) you care to share. (doesn't even have to be home-made) at 5 o'clock. We usually wind things up by 7-ish.

Join us for fun, food and freaking noises. All Welcome and Bring a Friend

Questions...Jane Hill, 519-641-7199 or Valerie Moretti, 519-642-4896.

Guests Served Last Week: 118

Schedule for next meal:

if you have some time Mondays from about 4:30-6:30 pm and are looking for a rewarding project, call Paul Mansell at 519-472-4078 or email him

Council and Admin Announcements

Email

First-St. Andrew's has occasionally emailed information to the congregation. If you have not received one from us and wish to be added to the email list, you can arrange this in any of the following ways:

• email us: mail@fsaunited.com
• phone us: 519-679-8182
• complete the handy change form that you can find if you click on "CONTACT" on the menu at the top of this page and then select the "Update Your Church Profile" link.

Don't forget: If your email address changes, please use one of the above options to let us know so that our files will always be current.

The Proudfoot Legacy

Leaves on the Proudfoot Legancy Tree in our atriuim are but the beginning of many more still to be dedicated and attached. They signify the generosity of those who so valued the ministry of FSA that they remembered this great congregation in their wills. Their foresight, generosity and faith will help keep FSA green and growing for future generations.

The Trustees encourage you to remember FSA in your will. For more information speak to Ted or David.