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September Theme:  Living the Sacred Story - Practices for the Journey

Each of us is part of God’s unfolding story, and along the way we are given practices that root us, guide us, and sustain us. In this series we’ll explore different practices as ways of living more deeply into God’s love. Together we’ll ask: how do these sacred practices shape who we are, and how do they equip us to live with courage, compassion, and hope in the world?

Special Events in September to Hone Practices for the Journey

  • Fragmentation and Repair: The Joy of Creativity Workshop
    Saturday, September 13, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm, Labyrinth 
    Please join us for a morning of creative exploration with Carolyn Pogue. Bring your curiosity, sense of humour, journal, pen, and a piece of garbage. Seriously. Your garbage should be  an item (no bigger than the size of your hand) that is broken, ripped, wrecked, burned out, found or about to be discarded. Just imagine —  a whole morning to play around with great people. Everyone is welcome.

  • Peace Through Presence: How to Listen with Calm and Compassionate Curiosity

    Sunday, September 21, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm, Labyrinth
    Join Rev. Tasi Perkins, spiritual health practitioner at AHS, for a workshop on the art of active listening. Since its inception the Church has used the image of shepherding to highlight the value of caring for the voiceless and the vulnerable. This care often takes the form of active listening, the art of paying careful attention to concerns that people communicate and asking open-ended questions in order to facilitate growth and healing. In this workshop we will learn about, and practice, techniques that are at the heart of pastoral care.  All are welcome. 


The United Church of Canada Turns 100

Knox is recognizing the 100th anniversary of the formation of the United Church of Canada in 2025 by gathering together 100 facts about the United Church and about Knox. At the end of the year, we'll assemble them to commemorate our Centennial Project.

All members of our community are invited to submit a fact or two (or many!). The invitation is open to everyone, whether you're new to Knox, been here for years, or join us on line. Each of us has a different experience of the United Church and of Knox. All experience is valid and a part of our history.

Sanctuary: Häus of Saints and Sinners

 An Interdisciplinary Night of Queer Art & Culture

Friday, September 19, 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm), Knox Sanctuary

As part of Culture Days, Knox United Church and Dean King Productions present Sanctuary: Häus of Saints and Sinners — an evening of drag, music, art, and performance that offers a queer perspective on the sacred. This special collaboration invites the community to gather, reflect, and experience culture in a shared spirit of connection and the galaxy of self-expression. 

(Advisory: This show will explore themes of identity, ritual & sexuality)

Tickets: https://www.showpass.com/sanctuary-haus-of-worship/

Truth and Reconciliation Vigil

Tuesday, September 30, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation takes place each year on September 30 and honours Survivors of Canada’s Residential Schools and the children who never returned home, their families, and communities. The date also aligns with Orange Shirt Day, created by Phyllis Webstand, a residential school survivor.  This is a day for Canadians to learn, reflect, stand alongside Indigenous peoples and participate in educational and commemorative activities.  

Knox will offer space for reflection from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on September 30.  We would like to have people hold space during this day by signing up for an hour to sit in the sanctuary.  And, we would strongly encourage people to choose learning events available at various locations throughout Calgary.  

Growing Hope And Interrupting Grieving

Saturday, October 18, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, FCJ Christian Life Centre - 219 19th Avenue

Dr. Ty Ragan (Knox community member) will be leading a workshop on Cultivating Faith Communities of Belonging.  All are invited.  $50 for the all-day workshop, includes lunch and snacks.  Register here:  https://www.fcjcentre.ca/_files/ugd/088152_4c1c5e94c4dc4976a3edf76bdbef0562.pdf. registration, includes lunch and snacks.

Affirming Coffee Chat

Friday, Sept 26, 4:30-6:00 pm, Harris Room 

We invite you to join us for a coffee chat with the affirming group. This is open to all church members and friends. It is a safe space, without judgment, friendly, and a place to meet new friends.  Join others for coffee and conversation!  We hope to see you there.


Opportunity Knox

The primary role of Opportunity Knox (OK) is to ensure there is an open and transparent process for filling vacant volunteer leadership positions. We strive to provide applicants with knowledge of the position and to match skills and interests with available opportunities. Knox is looking for leaders to advance and evolve the mission of the church.

Currently the leadership positions available are:

  • Chair and Members of the Ministry and Personnel Committee

  • Trustee

If you are interested in any of these positions, please see Diane Trimming or Betty Norman Bray on Sundays after the service or contact the church office: office@kxcalgary.com. We would be pleased to provide details of each position.

Weekly Events

Musicians Wanted for Gathering Music!

Sundays, 10:00 am, Sanctuary
Our church is home to many talented musicians of varying levels, from beginner hobbyists to advanced players. We would like to invite all of you to share your music during the Gathering Music portion of our Sunday worship services. This music is meant to provide a welcoming ambiance while the public is just starting to enter the church, beginning anywhere from 10 -10:15 am and ending before the official prelude begins around 10:25 am. If you’re interested, please contact Ethan in person or at ehill@kxcalgary.com to schedule your music.

Connection and Reflection - Contemplation and Community

Wednesdays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, Labyrinth Room 

Join us for a time of reflection and meaningful conversation. Held in the beautiful Labyrinth Room, framed with music, readings, and a time for silence and quiet reflection, we will come together to listen, to talk about things that matter, and to be in community together.

Click Here to find out more about our Wednesday services

Ringers Wanted!

Rehearsals Mondays, 2 pm, Handbell Room
The Re-Bell Ringers are looking for new members to join. No handbell experience is necessary, but reading music is required.  If you would like to be a part of the ringers, please contact the church office at sforsyth@kxcalgary.com.

English Language Learning Classes

Wednesdays - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

New sessions at Knox Centre begin every two months.  At the present time, our classes are scheduled weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. At the present time, we are very pleased to have an adequate number of excellent volunteer assistants.  However, if you are interested in serving as an occasional substitute assistant or would like more information on this outreach program, please email englishatknox@gmail.com.

Knitting Group

Wednesdays, 10 am, Sanctuary

All are welcome to join others for conversation and knitting together. Knitters and those wanting to learn, are welcome. Together, the group knits or crochets blankets and prayer squares to be given to people who need a reminder that they are “wrapped in God’s love.” Donations of yarn are appreciated and can be dropped off at the church office. The group meets on Wednesdays at 10 am in the library.

Regional Affirming, Youth and Young Adult, Truth and Reconciliation Events

For the latest information and calendar of events for Affirming Ministries, Regional Youth activities and Truth and Reconciliation Events, please visit Chinook Winds Region’s website: chinookwindsregion.ca.

Joining the Knox Community 

Third Sunday of the month
Everyone is welcome at Knox whether or not you are an official “member.”  Membership into a congregation is a choice - some people wish to make a formal commitment in this way, others wish to serve on a committee where membership is a requirement.  If you are interested in joining in this way, please contact Sheena Trotter-Dennis at strotterdennis@kxcalgary.com. 

Affirming Coffee Chat

Last Friday of the Month, 4:30 pm, Harris Room 

We invite you to join us for a coffee chat with the affirming group. This is open to all church members and friends. It is a safe space, without judgment, friendly, and a place to meet new friends.  Join others for coffee and conversation!  We hope to see you there.


Monthly Events

Monthly Potluck

First Sunday of the month, 11:30 am, Gym

Discover Knox Tour 

Last Sunday of the month, 11:45 am, Sanctuary
All are invited to take a behind-the-scenes tour of parts of the building and hear more about the Knox community. Meet in the front of the sanctuary at 11:45 am.  Tours last about 30 minutes.

Children’s Handbells

Third Sundays of the month, 10:45 am, Handbell Room
All children are invited to come and begin learning the art of handbell ringing.  The sessions are led by Janet Zatka, a ringer with our Knox Re-Bell ringers, and include basic skills in handbell ringing and techniques.  No previous experience is necessary. We will meet in the Handbell Room during the worship service.  Questions? Please email Christine at kidspace@kxcalgary.com.

Kidspace

Second and Fourth Sundays of the month, 10:45 am, Gymnasium

There is a special time for children during our Sunday worship service. Children ages 3 and older are invited to participate in a time of story, craft, and recreation.  The Children will start in the Sanctuary and move to the library. We are deeply grateful to Christine Sizer, who is volunteering to lead this program.  If you have any questions, please contact kidspace@kxcalgary.com.  

Coloring packets are available every Sunday in the back of the sanctuary. Please feel free to help yourself.