Grace and peace to you.

“And God saw that it was good.” (Genesis 1:10) Again and again, the creation story invites us to notice the goodness and beauty of what God has made. Beauty begins with God’s generosity. Our response begins with gratitude.

At St. Andrew’s, that beauty takes many forms: children discovering God’s love at Vacation Bible School, volunteers serving our Tucson neighbors through Service Worship, and our choirs and orchestra offering their gifts in praise. We find it in the quiet of our Prayer Garden and in the friendships and care that sustain our church family.

That beauty also reaches across borders. Through our partnership with Frontera de Cristo, we help nurture friendship and community along the U.S.–Mexico border. In Uganda, generosity given in memory of Pastor Mat Grover, together with World Vision’s partnership, has provided a new public water source serving 405 people with clean, safe water. These are ways Christ’s love becomes visible — close to home and around the world.

Thank you for the many ways you share in the life of St. Andrew’s. Your prayers, service, and faithful generosity help our ministries flourish and welcome others into our church family. Your generosity matters, often in ways you may never see.

As we look toward 2027, our stewardship theme is Let’s Make Something Beautiful. I invite you to prayerfully consider the part God is calling you to play — with your time, your talents, and your treasure. The enclosed pledge card invites you to share your giving plans for 2027, helping

St. Andrew’s plan and prepare for the ministry ahead.

I also hope you will join us in the enclosed 30-Day Beauty Challenge, beginning November 1. It is a simple invitation to notice and share the beauty of God at work — in our church, our community, and our everyday lives.

We will gather for Commitment Sunday on November 15 at all three worship services. Please bring your pledge card and your prayers as we dedicate ourselves and our gifts to Christ’s work. You may also submit your pledge through the church website or return your card to the church office. On November 22, our Worship +2 ministry fair will offer opportunities to share your time and talents.

Thank you for the love you bring to St. Andrew’s and for the part you play in its ministry.

We are grateful for the many ways you help us live out our calling: To know God and make God known through lives transformed by Christ.

Together, let’s make something beautiful.

With gratitude and peace,

Pastor John