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In this issue:
Check out what’s happening the week of January 16 to 23, 2025!
1. New Year’s Concert Special Thanks
2. Missions Partner Update from Reuben & Leah Myles
3. 55+ Luncheon: Jan 20
4. Ladies Thursday Evening Bible Study
5. A Study on Pastoral Care Update
6. Community Potluck: Wednesdays
7. GriefShare: Jan 16
8. Divorce Care: Jan 21
9. Fredericton Christian Men’s Retreat: Feb 7-9
10. Muffin Ministry
11. New BSBC Library Opportunity
12. Summer Job Opportunity: Vacation Bible School Leader
13. Financial Giving Update to Dec 31, 2024
14. Reducing the Risk Training: Feb 16
15. NextGen Ministry (Children/Youth)
16. Fresh Start Young Adults: Tuesdays
17. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: Jan 19
18. Pastoral Care
19. Community Events
20. This Week @ BSBC
1. New Year’s Concert Special Thanks
Praise the Lord, we are so thankful for all the generous people who joined our New Year’s Concert on Jan 02. 12 young musicians and 5 guest artists held a memorable recital at BSBC, raising $1,200 CAD to support the Fredericton Community Kitchen.
Thank you,
Charles Pan
Choir Director
2. Missions Partner Update from Reuben & Leah Myles
Hey BSBC,
We wanted to reach out and say a massive THANK YOU for being a part of our supporter team. I’ve attached a 2024 recap above, where you can see ways that your support enabled us to continue in God’s calling on our lives in Asia last year. We’re able to pour into the lives of locals and third culture (missionary) kids alike through Faith Academy in Manila. We’ve particularly seen an abundance of this, as well as God’s palpable faithfulness, in the 2024 season. Happy new year!
Here’s to 2025,
The Myles (+1 on the way)
3. 55+ Luncheon: Jan 20
You’re warmly invited to our upcoming 55+ Luncheon on Monday, January 20th, at 12:00 PM! Join us for a comforting meal featuring ham and scalloped potatoes. For dessert, we will delight in a fresh lemon fluff.
Guest speaker, Dave Whyte, will be talking us through a cross Canada trip. Come for delicious food and stay for wonderful fellowship. We look forward to seeing you there!
Just a couple things… please pick up your dishes and the cupboard tops are not to be used for storage space as this restricts user access. Thank you!
4. Ladies Thursday Evening Bible Study
We’re excited to announce that our Thursday Evening Ladies Bible Study has resumed at 6:30 PM. Join us in the Second Floor Boardroom of the Gym Building as we continue our inspiring journey through the Book of Psalms.
We can't wait to gather again, dive deeper into the Word, and grow in faith and fellowship. See you there!
5. Study on Pastoral Care Update
Christians are called to be godly helpers and provide care and meet the needs of fellow believers. To provide spiritual and emotional support, helpers need knowledge and skills to develop quality helping relationships, which promote healing and wholeness.
This study will focus on two broad topics: Understanding Pastoral Care and Developing Helping Relationships. Topics under Pastoral Care include the following: the definition of pastoral care, its biblical and theological basis, and its aims, objectives, and goals. Under Helping Relationships, the topics include the following: the meaning of helping, motivation and why people behave the way they do, developing empathy and trust, interviewing skills, spiritual formation and using Scripture and prayer in providing care.
Please note the change in start time. All are invited to join the study Sundays, from 9:15 am to 10:15 am in the Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC, for our first weekly class.
Warmly,
Dr. John Stewart
6. Community Potluck: Wednesdays
We’re excited to kick off the new year with the return of our weekly Community Potluck, continuing on Wednesdays! Come share a meal, enjoy great company, and strengthen our community bonds. Setup starts at 5:15 pm and we sit down to eat at 5:30 pm. Cleanup starts at 6:00 pm.
Bring a dish to share and join us every Wednesday for food, fellowship, and fun. We can’t wait to see you there!
7. GriefShare: Jan 16
If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, GriefShare, a Christian-based video-discussion support group, is being offered in the Family Room of the Family Life Center at Brunswick Street Baptist Church starting Thursday, January 16th, 2025 from 7-9 pm for 13 weeks. Please call 458-8348 for information and to register.
8. DivorceCare: Jan 21
If you are going through marital separation, long term relationship break-up or divorce, or know someone who is going through that same traumatic life event, please come to DivorceCare, or invite the individual to consider joining our 13-week DivorceCare program, a ministry which will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 21st, at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Room of Brunswick Street Baptist Church.
Each evening includes the presentation of videos with expert counsellors sharing insights on how to move from hurting to healing. In addition, supportive conversation provides encouragement to participants led by Gloria Tranquilla, Pauline Harvey, and Bryan McWilliam. Each session stands on its own so participants can join any week.
For more information, please contact facilitator, Gloria Tranquilla at momsplace70@hotmail.com or call the church office at 458-8348. You can also register online using the link below.
9. Muffin Ministry
On behalf of our brothers and sisters who make a weekly evening trek around the city to visit those sleeping rough, and the members of your Social Action Team, thank you ‘muffin makers’ for your faithfulness serving in this way.
Our Street Ministry team need muffins as soon as February 9th for our Sunday night outreach program. Moving forward, we require 3 dozen muffins each week. If you are able to help in this way, please place 12 muffins, individually wrapped, in a large zipper locked bag, and label the bag “Street Ministry”. Don’t forget to include your name and the delivery date for which you signed up. You can place the labeled muffins in the upright freezer in the main kitchen.
Please click the link below or call the church office (506-458-8348) and our admin team will be pleased to do the online registration for you. Jesus spoke of offering cups of cold water in his name. Muffins, we believe, offer the same opportunity to bless others for Him.
10. Fredericton Christian Men’s Retreat 2025
The Fredericton Christian Men’s Retreat is back and will be held from February 7th to 9th, 2025, at Circle Square Snider Mountain Ranch. This year’s theme is "Listen," and we are excited to welcome Peter Beckwith as our theme speaker. Peter will challenge and inspire us to deepen our understanding of how to listen to God.
Registration forms are available at the Connection Centre or can be requested electronically by contacting Graeme Powell. To register, please reach out to Graeme at 506-663-5436 or via email at gmgraemepowell@gmail.com.
The cost for the retreat is $270, with an optional Friday night dinner for an additional $10. If cost is a concern, sponsorships are available to ensure everyone can participate.
We encourage all men to join us for this incredible weekend of fellowship, learning, and encouragement. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and grow together. For more information, feel free to speak with Doug Ashfield, Don Burdon, Charlie Colwell, Adam Fowler, David McMath, Graeme Powell, Ron Smith, or Roddy Thompson.
11. New BSBC Library Opportunity
For uplifting thoughts for everyday of the year with a scripture reading and a reflection, take a look at your library’s Daily Devotions and Meditations.
Authors include Bruce and Stan, Copeland, Jeremiah, Lucado, MacArthur, Meyer, Terkeurst and more.
Check out the yearly devotional for the whole year of 2025 and explore new opportunities for growth and learning.
12. Summer Job Opportunity: Vacation Bible School Leader
Are you a young Christian adult with a passion for teaching children and youth? Do you enjoy travel and ministry work? Atlantic Baptist Women is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as Vacation Bible School Leaders for the summer of 2025!
Employment Details:
Position: Vacation Bible School Leader
Employment Period: May to August 2025
Hourly Wage: $23
Location: Baptist churches across Maritime Canada
This is a fantastic chance to make an impact in the lives of children while growing in your faith and ministry experience.
Requirements:
Must provide a recent criminal record/vulnerable persons check upon employment.
Application Process:
Deadline: February 1, 2025
Contact: Send your resume to Joan Peacock, ABW Home Missions Coordinator at joanpeacock@gmail.com or call 705-761-7602.
Don't miss this opportunity to serve and make a difference! Share this announcement with your church, community, and friends.
Atlantic Baptist Women
Impacting the World for Christ
13. Financial Giving Update to Dec 31, 2024
Thanks for all your faithful giving during 2024. We are praising God to be able to fully cover our 2024 expenses, and even deal with a couple of emergency repairs that occurred in December.
14. Reducing the Risk Training: Feb 16
Are you currently serving, or interested in serving, with children, youth, or vulnerable adults in our church? Join us for Reducing the Risk Training to ensure you are fully equipped and informed about our child and vulnerable persons protection policy. This training is essential for anyone working with these groups within our church.
Training Details:
• Date: Sunday, February 16th
• Time: 11:50 AM – 12:50 PM (right after the service)
• Location: BSBC
This brief but important session will help you understand our policies and practices for creating a safe environment for all. If you have already participated in previous sessions, you are welcome to join us for a refresher. Please remember you are required to submit a Police Vulnerable Sector Records Check and complete the online insurance training from Vector Solutions every three years. To complete the online training, please email your full name to Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca and you will receive an email from Vector Solutions with the link.
Spread the Word:
Know someone who needs this training? Please encourage them to join us!
For any questions or further information, contact Pastor Nikki at Nikki@bsbc.nb.ca.
15. NextGen Ministry (Children & Youth)
Children @ BSBC
Scouts: Kindergarten – Grade 5
BSBC offers an exciting scouting program for boys from kindergarten to Grade 5. Through outdoor adventures, engaging activities, and meaningful community service projects, boys learn to live out the Great Commission—growing in their love for God and serving their neighbors.
Sunday School: 9:30 – 10:15 AM
Join us for Sunday School, a time of learning and growth for our children and youth, from Pre-K to Grade 12. While the kids explore age-specific teachings about the Gospel, parents can enjoy tea, coffee, and fellowship in the Connection Centre and Family Room.
Youth @ BSBC
Introducing Bible Project Videos
We are excited to announce our new project for 2025! This coming year, we’ll be exploring The Bible Project videos. Together, we’ll dive into each book of the Bible, gaining an overview of its key themes and understanding its place within the larger Biblical story. This initiative offers a fresh and engaging way to deepen our knowledge of God and His Word. Our hope is that this journey will inspire a renewed passion for Scripture and draw us closer to Him.
We look forward to embarking on this meaningful adventure with you in 2025! This week we are going to be starting off slow with watching an Overview of the New Testament, please join us at this link
To stay updated on our youth activities, join our weekly parent email by contacting Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca.
Sunday School: 9:30 – 10:15 AM
Youth in Grades 6 to 12 are invited to join us on the third floor of the Family Life Centre to explore the Bible, ask questions, and grow in faith together.
Leadership & Discipleship Training: Wednesdays
Our Leadership & Discipleship Training takes place every Wednesday evening. This is a time for youth to develop leadership skills, brainstorm ideas, and explore how to implement them within youth ministries. If you'd like more information, please contact Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca.
Youth Group: Service Night, Jan 19, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
All middle school and high school students are invited to join us January 19 at 6:30 pm for Service Night. We will be making muffins for our muffin ministry, as well as making care packages for them to distribute as well. Join us as we serve others and spread the love of Jesus. All are welcome, friends encouraged!
Greenhouse Band Practice: Wednesdays, 6:00 – 6:40 PM
We’re excited to kick off our Greenhouse Band! Practice is on Wednesdays. Questions? Contact Julianne at julianne.d.moore@gmail.com or text (506) 261-0876.
Greenhouse Service: Sunday, Jan 26
Join us on Sunday, January 26th, at 10:30 AM on the 3rd floor for an inspiring morning as we come together for our first Greenhouse Service of the year. We'll gather for uplifting worship, enjoy delicious snacks, and connect through meaningful fellowship.
We can’t wait to see you there and start the new year together! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Pastor Nikki or Julianne Moore.
Upcoming Youth Gatherings:
January 19th: Serving Night (Muffin making and care packages)
January 26th: Sports Night
February 2nd: Tentative Sledding Event (Weather permitting)
February 9th: Multi-Church Full Church Games
February 16th: Tentative Skating (Weather Permitting, Different time)
Tidal Impact: July 8-13, 2025
Tidal Impact is Atlantic Canada’s premier youth missional event, with our denomination. The model for the event is simple – a visiting church partners with a host church for a life-changing week of making an impact. A week full of serving the community and sharing the love of Jesus.
Throughout the week students (middle school & high school students) will be challenged to practice and embrace being on mission with Jesus every day, everywhere. Students will experience high. energy rallies, neighbouring opportunities, serving, and lot’s of FUN! It has the potential to be an amazing win for your youth ministry, church and for the entire host community.
We will be going to PEI this year for Tidal Impact. Registration is open. The cost is 200 dollars a student, and we will be raising the remaining funds that are needed for travel etc. All are welcome to come join for this week long local missions trip, if finances are an issue please contact Pastor Nikki directly, we do not want any student not to be able to join because of financial constrains. If you are interested in knowing more about tidal impact please reach out. Register at this link!
16. Fresh Start Young Adults: Tuesdays
Our Young Adults ministry, Fresh Start, will meet on Tuesdays, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, on the 3rd floor of the Family Life Center. Come along for some fun, snacks and social time followed by a Bible study. We would love to see you there!
For more information, please contact Rev. Ross at ross@bsbc.nb.ca.
17. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: January 19th
This Sunday we are excited to welcome new members into our congregation! In the Sanctuary, the worship team will be led by Gloria Tranquilla and David Steeves with special music from the Sanctuary Choir and Yunjia Dai on the flute. In the Gym, the worship team will be led by Greg Keezer.
Dr. Keith Bodner will be preaching in the Sanctuary, of his sermon titled “A New Year’s Perspective on the Daily Grind” he says, “Although we are early in 2025 and January has hardly begun, no doubt many of us have already failed quite miserably in any new year’s resolutions we might have sheepishly made. So, as we kick off at fresh season at TheStreet, it might be wise to remember that the best “new year’s sermons” tend to honor what God has done in the past while anticipating new and unprecedented growth for the future. This Sunday we will look at a seemingly straightforward text from Matthew 13:33 and discover some fascinating insight that can shift the way we envision our next year as servants of the risen Lord Jesus.”
Rev. Ross Watters will be preaching in the Gym on 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12. We will be looking at Spiritual Formation and becoming more like Jesus in 2025.
Whether in-person or online, be sure to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am.
18. Pastoral Care
Your Deacons want to affirm that BSBC is equipped to provide Pastoral Care. We are grateful for the engagement of Rev. Ross and Pastor Nikki, and we are blessed to have additional support from Rev. Kevin Culberson, sanctuary Ministry Coordinator and the Baptist Chaplin at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital and Doug McAllister, our Benevolent Coordinator and Senior’s Visitation Pastor.
Here are some suggested approaches:
Hospitalizations
• Your pastors will only know of hospitalizations if the church office or individual pastors are contacted directly
• We’d appreciate you notifying the office if you know of the hospitalization of a member of the BSBC family
Critical Incident
• If a pastor is needed in an emergency situation, between Monday to Friday, 8:30 am and 4 pm, please contact the church office
• Outside of office hours, please contact a pastor directly
Bereavement
• Rev. Ross and Rev. Kevin will be available to support families at a time of loss, to conduct funeral and committal services
• Contact the church office during office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm
• Outside of office hours, please contact a pastor directly
• We have provided McAdams, Bishops, and York Funeral Homes with the contact information for both Rev. Ross and Rev. Kevin
• If you are not a member of a bereaved family but know of a death within the BSBC family, please contact the church office to make sure your pastors are aware of the need
Parish Nurses
The parish nursing ministry is intended to support and strengthen the spiritual, physical and emotional well-being of individuals, families, and the congregation at BSBC. Roz Thompson and Cheryl Gibson, your parish nurses, collaborate with members of the pastoral team promoting health and faith, to facilitate the healing of the body, mind, and spirit. The parish nurses are available to provide prayer and support for physical, mental, and spiritual health challenges.
Contact Details
Church Office
506-458-8348
naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca
bsbc@bsbc.nb.ca
Rev. Ross Watters
506-282-3443
ross@bsbc.nb.ca
Pastor Nikki Leftley
506-282-1075
nikki@bsbc.nb.ca
Doug McAllister, Benevolence Coordinator/ Seniors Visitation Pastor
506-440-4023
doug.mcallister@bsbc.nb.ca
Roz Thompson, Parish Nurse
506-457-2787
tawsky@gmail.com
Cheryl Gibson, Parish Nurse
506-454-6657
cheryl.gibson@unb.ca
Please pray for our pastoral care team as they seek to partner with you in caring for the BSBC family.
Your Board of Deacons
19. Community Events
Christian Unity Week Service: Jan 23
This year, we come together under the theme: "Do you believe this?" (John 11:26) to reflect, pray, and unite as one body in Christ.
Special Service in Fredericton
Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 1:15 PM
Location: St. Dunstan Roman Catholic Church, 120 Regent Street, Fredericton.
After the service, please join us for fellowship over coffee, tea, and sweets.
All are welcome—women and men!
Entrance Information:
Please use the entrance off King Street by Tim Hortons for easy access.
Let’s come together as one community in faith and unity. We look forward to seeing you there!
20. This Week at BSBC
Thursday, January 16
7:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Gym)
7:00 Women’s Prayer Breakfast (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
9:00 Days for Girls (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
9:30 New Life Ministry (3rd Floor Classrooms)
1:30 Adult Bible Study (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
1:30 Ladies Bible Study (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
6:00 Worship Band (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Sports Friends Youth Basketball (Ages 9-11) (Gym)
6:30 Ladies Thursday Evening Bible Study (Board Room, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
7:00 GriefShare (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
Friday, January 17
10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:00 Gym Band Set-Up (Gym)
7:00 Mandarin Fellowship (Barnabas)
Saturday, January 18
10:00 Board of Deacons Retreat (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
1:00 Worship Team Practice (Gym)
Sunday, January 19
8:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting
9:00 Mandarin Worship Practice (Barnabas)
9:00 Asian Sunday School (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:15 A Study on Pastoral Care (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
9:30 Coffee Time (Connections Center)
9:30 Sunday School Youth/KidzTown/Preschool (1st Floor, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, FLC)
9:30 Together in Prayer (Counselling Room, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
10:30 Gym Worship Service (Gym)
10:30 Mandarin Worship Service (Barnabas)
10:30 Sanctuary Worship Service (Sanctuary)
10:50 KidzTown & Preschool Classes (1st & 2nd Floor, FLC)
11:30 Library Open After Services (Connections Centre)
12:00 Mandarin Sunday Lunch (Barnabas)
1:00 Mandarin Choir (Barnabas)
5:00 Third Sunday Supper (Gym, Main Kitchen, Gym Building)
6:30 Youth Group
Monday, January 20
10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)
12:00 55+ Luncheon (Gym)
1:30 Right to Life Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Board of Management (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
Tuesday, January 21
12:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Barnabas)
12:15 UNB Campus Ministries (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
1:30 Quilters For Missions (Quilting Room)
6:00 BSBC Kids Sing (Sanctuary/Choir Room, 2nd Floor, Connections Centre)
6:00 L’Arche Board Meeting (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
6:30 Sports Friends Youth Basketball (Age 12 – 14) (Gym)
6:30 DivorceCare (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
7:00 Fresh Start Young Adults (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
7:00 Mandarin Bible Study (Barnabas)
Wednesday, January 22
10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)
10:00 Mandarin New Life Group (Barnabas)
10:00 Pastoral Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
11:15 Full Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
5:30 Church Community Potluck (Gym/Main Kitchen)
6:00 Greenhouse Band Practice (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary/Choir Room, 2nd Floor, Connections Centre)
6:30 Curious Verses (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
6:30 Scouts Timberwolves (Gym)
6:45 Leadership & Discipleship Training (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
7:00 Mandarin Choir (Barnabas)
Thursday, January 23
7:00 DTI Branch Meeting (Gym/Main Kitchen)
7:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
7:00 Women’s Prayer Breakfast (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
9:00 Benevolent Ministries (Nursery, 1st Floor, Gym Building)
9:00 Days for Girls (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
9:30 New Life Ministry (3rd Floor Classrooms)
1:30 Adult Bible Study (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
1:30 Ladies Bible Study (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
6:30 Ladies Thursday Evening Bible Study (Board Room, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
6:30 Sports Friends Youth Basketball (Age 9 – 11) (Gym)
7:00 GriefShare (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
