What did you do on your Sabbatical?
2026-01-11 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Crypt
Join Rev. Steve on Sunday, January 11 at 12:00 for a 30 minute presentation on his Sabbatical, including his experience on the Camino de Santiago. A Q&A will follow for those who may wish to stay a bit longer.

Foundations of Anglican Faith 2026
2026-01-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Bambrick Room
Foundations of Anglican Faith is a 12-week, discussion based course for anyone who is interested in exploring Christian belief, basic Anglican theology and practice, baptism or confirmation. Instruction is shared by the clergy of St. Augustine’s. All are welcome! Grab some coffee and refreshment from the Crypt downstairs and join us in the Bambrick room.

Youth Confirmation Class
2026-02-01 13:30 - 15:00 | The Crypt
This class, currently underway, takes place every other Sunday from 1:30 to 3 pm. Young people aged 11-14 who are interested in confirmation and/or finding a welcoming place to learn more about their faith, are encouraged to join us. Please reach out to Rev. Gillian if you have any questions (gillian@staug.org).

Annual Meeting of Parishioners 2026
2026-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 | The Crypt
This year’s AMP is on Monday, February 9 in the Crypt (basement of the church). Anyone who regularly attends any of our weekly services and receives Holy Communion is considered a member of this congregation, and is welcome to attend and to vote during the meeting. Please plan to join us at 6 pm for a potluck dinner. Bring along a dish of your choice to share. Note that labelling the dishes as gluten-free or lactose-free or “contains garlic” is very helpful. The business meeting begins at 7 pm. For those submitting reports for the booklet, the deadline is January 20. Please submit them by email (office@staug.org) or drop them off at the church office in either hardcopy or digital form.

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper CANCELLED
2026-02-17 17:00 - 19:00 | The Crypt
CANCELLED DUE TO WINTER STORM

Ash Wednesday Noon Service
2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Chapel
Ash Wednesday services will be held in St. Monica’s Chapel at noon and 7 pm. Please note: If you have palm crosses from previous years, please return them to the church by February 15 so that they can be burned in preparation for the Ash Wednesday services.

Ash Wednesday Evening Service
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Chapel

Lenten Lunch
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Various downtown churches, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Several downtown churches will be offering Lenten Lunches again this year. These simple soup-and-bun lunches are a great opportunity for fellowship with our brothers and sisters in Christ. The lunches are free and all are warmly invited. All lunches are on Thursdays, starting at noon.
If you would like to help with the luncheon held at St. Augustine’s on February 26 or can bring soup or buns please contact Karen at kphammond@shaw.ca.
February 19 – Southminster United Church
February 26 – St. Augustine’s Anglican Church
March 5 – St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
March 12 – The Gate
March 19 – @ The Salvation Army, Co-hosted by First Baptist Church
March 26 – All Saints Roman Catholic Parish @ St. Basil’s Church

Coldest Night of the Year 2026
2026-02-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
It’s that time of the year when St Augustine’s gathers its hardy members to fundraise and walk in the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY), a Canada-wide initiative to support the homeless, hungry, and hurting in our communities. The walk takes place downtown on Saturday, February 28 at 5 pm. Join our team and walk with us, or donate to a team member as we raise funds for programs and housing for some of the most vulnerable members of our city. Our team has already been challenged by Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd to see who can raise the most funds and gather the most team members. Coaldale Mennonite “Walkers and Talkers” and E Free’s team always put up a fierce but friendly challenge, too, in pursuit of the coveted “Ice Cube” trophy (presently on display in the Narthex), or the “Frozen Buns” award for the largest team. Our team members have ranged in age from 4 to 80, and we always have a wonderful time. Last year, we raised the incredible sum of just over $14,000 — “dare we ask or imagine” even more? If you’d like to join our team or sponsor someone on the team CLICK HERE or speak to Mary Lee.

In the Steps of Saint Paul – Exploring the Ancient Sites
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Parish Hall
A Lenten series of learning and reflection, this course features presentations by Dr. René Boeré followed by Q&A and discussions. Join us Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 pm March 11 through April 1 (April 1 following the scheduled service). Saint Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, undertook a series of evangelizing journeys that are recorded in the Acts of the Apostles. This, one of the richest historical and geographic records from the ancient world, describes the spreading of formal Christian faith to Jews and Gentiles with the establishment of new ‘churches’ in the regions of modern Turkey and Greece. Paul’s journeys also include the Mediterranean Sea with stops in Cyprus, Rhodes, Crete and Malta, and culminated in Rome, the capital of the empire. Here the apostle was executed in the vanguard of thousands of faithful witnesses – martyrs – for Christ resulting from the inevitable confrontation of the Gospel of forgiveness with the idolatry and power structures of the pagan world. The series will follow, virtually, along the paths taken by Saint Paul, including many ancient sites, considering the motivations and strategies of Paul and his teams. Participants are encouraged to read along in the New Testament during this pilgrim journey in the steps of the great apostle.

Stephen Ministry presentation
2026-03-23 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crypt
The Stephen Ministry team is hosting a presentation by Taylor Slomp of the Alzheimer’s Society. The presentation will include information on symptoms, diagnosis and care, discuss the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, look at caring for the caregiver, and allow time for questions. Everyone is invited to come and join us in learning about this devastating disease. For more information contact Pam Mundell or Nadia Lehbauer.

Palm Cross tying
2026-03-28 09:30 - 22:30 | The Crypt
Palm Sunday will soon be here. In preparation, everyone is invited to come and tie palm crosses down in the Crypt (church basement) on March 28. It’s fun — you’ll receive full instructions and no experience is necessary.

Palm Sunday Holy Eucharist
2026-03-29 10:00 - 23:30 | Main worship space

Monday Holy Eucharist
2026-03-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Chapel
Services on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are held in St. Monica’s Chapel. They feature a quiet and reflective liturgy from the Book of Alternative Services with readings and sermons focused on the last week of Jesus’ earthly life. They help us to begin our walk with Jesus toward the cross.

Tuesday Holy Eucharist
2026-03-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Chapel

Wednesday Holy Eucharist
2026-04-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Chapel

Maundy Thursday Morning Holy Eucharist
2026-04-02 09:30 - 10:30 | Chapel
Our 9 AM Service follows the liturgy of the Book of Common Prayer, and is held in St. Monica’s Chapel. It focusses on the gift of the Eucharist, and its connection to the events of the passion of our Lord.

Good Friday, Meditation on the Cross
2026-04-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Main worship space
This solemn service invites us to meditate on the cross of Christ, bringing us to the stillness of the tomb. This is the only service during holy week at which communion is not served.
If you cannot attend in person, considering watching via livestream video. The stream goes live at approximately 10:45.

The Great Vigil of Easter
2026-04-04 19:00 | Main worship space
Beginning in the dim light of the tomb, fire is kindled and an ancient and beautiful liturgy slowly leads us from the darkness of death to the triumph of the resurrection of our Lord. This service is among the most ancient in our tradition moving from quiet solemnity to joyous celebration. Along the way, a baptism and the chance to renew our own baptismal vows. The liturgy is from the Book of Alternative Services. The end of this service marks the end of our Lenten fast. An activity for children will be provided.
If you cannot attend in person, considering watching via livestream video. The stream goes live at approximately 6:45

Traditional Easter Sunday Holy Eucharist
2026-04-05 08:00 - 08:45 | Main worship space
This is the Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord! On Easter morning, we celebrate the life of Christ, and our life in Him, with services of Holy Eucharist at 8:00 AM (in St. Monica’s Chapel from the Book of Common Prayer) and 10:00 AM (from the Book of Alternative Services).

Easter Sunday Holy Eucharist
2026-04-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Main worship space
This is the Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord! On Easter morning, we celebrate the life of Christ, and our life in Him. Sunday School will be provided for the children.
If you cannot attend in person, considering watching via livestream video. The stream goes live at approximately 9:45.

Sacred Space Tour and Anglican Q&A
2026-04-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Main worship space
Do you have questions about the layout of our church, or the meaning behind various symbols and objects? Following the 10 AM service on Sunday, April 12, you’re invited to join us for a Sacred Space Tour. All are welcome to come and learn about the rich symbolism of our worship space. This will be followed by an informal Q&A time where you are invited to ask any questions you might have about Anglican worship, practice and belief. Meet in the church nave following the service.

Ladies Bible Study
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Prayer Room
Join us as we dive into The Word and explore the topic of “resilience” for the next 7 weeks. We will start with Resilience in the Wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). Everyone welcome!

Instructed Eucharist
2026-04-19 12:15 - 13:15 | Main worship space
The leaders of the Foundations of Anglican Faith course (Rev. Steve, Rev. Gillian, Rev. Canon James and Bishop Michael) will be leading an Instructed Eucharist for all who want to better understand this aspect of Anglican worship. We will explore liturgical and theological details around what we do in our weekly services and why. All are welcome. Meet in the church at 12:15 PM. Please bring a 10 AM service bulletin with you for reference.

Run & Prayer Club
2026-04-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Sunday School area
We are starting a new Run and Prayer Club for kids – and everyone else! It will be a six week bible study about “gratitude” followed by a short (and slow) jog around the Civic Center track. All ages and abilities are welcome. We will meet every Monday from April 20 to May 25 from 6:30-7:30 in the Sunday School classrooms. Please let Stef (403-593-1345) know if you are interested in coming so we can get a head count.

Mother's Day Brunch
2026-05-10 11:30 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Church, 411-11 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 2N9, Canada
Join us in the Crypt after the 10 AM Sunday service on May 10, 2026, where the Men’s Group will be serving breakfast. It’s an opportunity to honour the mothers of our parish. See you there.
