Author: Laurie Watt

10
May

Reflecting as we enter our 175th year

We continue to walk together and serve in Barrie as we begin our 175th anniversary year. We don’t know what is in store, but we do know that God’s unfailing love and grace will guide us.

02
May

Using tech to hear our Shepherd’s voice

Money, some say, is the root of all evil. Actually, it’s the love of money that’s a cause for concern, because as Jesus notes, we can’t serve two masters. Another […]

24
Apr

Gardening – a practice of hope

Certainly we are getting April showers… and we know there will be May flowers. Perhaps this sounds trite or superficial, but each day brings new life and growth. The cycle […]

02
Apr

We greet the King in the midst of our uncertainties

Just as the Spirit drove Jesus into the wilderness, the Spirit sends us into places of uncertainty where we confront our weakness and insecurities. Journey with us as we follow our Lord this week and beyond.

16
Mar

Latest on the fire investigation and clean up

Surveillance video of the evening of Feb. 19, 2023 shows a community group let the man Barrie Police later charged with arson in to the building and did not ensure he left. 

09
Mar

Long-time friends welcome us Sunday

Starting March 12, we have our own temporary space to worship as a family again. It’s a place where many in the community have worshipped and thanked God for the […]

05
Mar

Cleaning up after the fire

Life can change in an instant. Two weeks ago, our building was hit by fire. A lot has happened since then – physically and spiritually as we look to our […]

20
Feb

Fire guts library, investigation closes building

Barrie, Monday, February 20, 2023 – Just after 10:30 p.m. yesterday, Barrie Fire responded to a fire at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Owen St. in downtown Barrie. The fire […]