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Our Mission for 2022
Sing to the Lord; praise his name.
Each day proclaim the good news that he saves.
Publish his glorious deeds among the nations.
Tell everyone about the amazing things he does.
Psalm 96:2-3
In this issue:
Check out what's coming up at BSBC from June 29 to July 6.
We Need Your Help: Sign Up for Fall Sunday School
Green Hill Lake Camp Summer Workers
Children’s Half-Day Summer Camp
Next Gen Ministries @ BSBC (Opportunities for Children & Youth)
Worship Sunday Morning, July 3
Socks for the Sole
Your Church Library
Pastoral Staff Vacations Summer 2022
Summer Office Hours
Community News
50th Wedding Anniversary
This Week @ BSBC
1. We Need Your Help: Sign Up for Fall Sunday School
We need your help! We're looking toward the fall and Sunday School. But with a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, we have no idea how to plan.
Regardless of age, please sign up using the link below if you'll be participating in Sunday School this fall. This information is essential for recruiting teachers and determining potential numbers, which informs class groupings — especially in children’s ministry. And speaking of teachers, are you willing to explore taking a Sunday School teaching position? If so, you can indicate it on your form.
Promoting Sunday School in June is unprecedented, but your participation now ensures that we're ready for the fall launch. In short, we can’t do it without you!
2. Green Hill Lake Camp Share-A-Wage
It’s that time of the year, time to talk about our BSBC youth serving this summer at Green Hill Lake Camp. For summer 2022, that includes Dylan Wightman and Nathan Holmes. Here’s your opportunity to get to know them and how you can support them.
3. Children's Half-Day Summer Camp
This summer, the week of July 4 to 8, from 9 a.m. to Noon, our children will learn that God’s creativity didn’t stop in Genesis. The Master Artist is working to redeem, reclaim, and transform us — His creation — to the design He planned for us. Our children will see the beautiful truth that they are God’s creation as they learn to use their talents to bring glory to Him.
Join our team
We hope you will prayerfully consider being a part of BSBC’s 2022 Children’s Half-Day Summer Camp team! When you complete the volunteer registration, you’ll have the opportunity to tell us where and how you’re available to serve. If you have any questions about what a particular role will look like, we’ll be happy to help explain them so you can make an informed decision about your role before committing.
Children’s Half-Day Summer Camp Theme Bible Verse: For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do. – Ephesians 2:10
4. NextGen Ministry at BSBC
We have some great events coming up for our youth!
Summer Youth Group Begins Tomorrow
Youth are welcome to join us on June 30 at 7 p.m. for our first youth group of the summer! More details are to follow! Please mark your calendars, we look forward to seeing our youth out this summer!
Half-Day Summer Camp Volunteer Opportunity: July 4 to 8 from 9 a.m. to noon
BSBC will be holding our summer camp, youth are encouraged to register/reach out to Pastor Nikki about volunteering at the camp!
If you have any questions or want further information, please email Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca! Please be praying for our children and youth as the end of the school year is fast approaching, and exam season is here!
5. Sunday Morning: July 3
Lord, you are my God;
I will exalt you and praise your name,
for in perfect faithfulness
you have done wonderful things,
things planned long ago.
Isaiah 25:1
On the first Sunday in July, in both services, we gather at the Lord’s Table. And in both services, Dr. Keith will offer the first of a two-part series on the prophet Elisha.
This Sunday’s message, based on 2 Kings 6:8-23 is entitled, An Unexpected Banquet. He writes: The days of Elisha are full of problems from the people of God, not least because of their half-hearted commitment and tendency to seek satisfaction and prosperity in all the wrong places. And yet God continues to send prophetic messages, even during times of war and hostility. In 2 Kings 6 the king of Aram tries to arrest the prophet, but his own soldiers end up get arrested themselves. But rather than seek to punish these enemies, the prophet urges that a banquet be set before them, and as we come to the Lord’s Table this morning we are reminded of our own undeserving invitation that prompts our gratitude.
In the sanctuary, musical leadership will include, Gloria Tranquilla and vocal offerings from mother/daughter duet – Ruth and Laura McGuire. Paul Milburn will be leading the service in Pastor Greg’s absence. Dr. Keith will lead you at the Lord’s Table. We’ll begin with a brief time to pray for our country in light of Canada Day.
6. Socks for the Sole
Providing a clean, dry pair of socks is a simple but important way to make a difference in the quality of life of someone who is homeless.
Your Social Action Team invites you to put "feet first" by donating a pair of new socks to help our homeless neighbours feel drier and more comfortable all year. Socks of all sizes will be collected in the "Sock Box," which will be located in the Connections Centre, beginning Sunday, June 19.
Thank you!
7. Church Library
Our church is blessed with a great library! It has everything from children's books, Bible studies, all types of fiction, and large print. Stop in and take a look! We're open every Sunday after the services.
If you have used the library, please check for overdue books at home. Books can be returned to the locked box outside the library any time the church is open. If you've borrowed books and are unable to return them, please call Sharon at 450-7878.
8. Upcoming Pastoral Staff Vacations
Pastor Ross
Pastor Ross will start his second week of vacation on Monday, July 18 and return to ministry on Monday, July 25.
Pastor Nikki
Pastor Nikki will enjoy vacation starting on Sunday, Aug. 14 and returning to ministry on Sunday, Aug. 28.
Dr. Keith
Given the parameters of his contract, Dr. Bodner will be preaching up to and including Sunday, July 10 and then will be back with us for the first Sunday in September. Pray for the Bodners as they plan summer travels to the west coast to visit with family.
Pastor Greg
Pastor Greg began a month of vacation on Monday, June 6 and will return to ministry on Monday, July 4. Then, he will have a second month of leave from Monday, July 25 returning to ministry on Monday, Aug. 22.
We are confident that the congregation will be supportive of the added time off for summer 2022. During both times off, Pastor Ross will be providing pastoral leadership/care as will Pastor Nikki, excepting her time of vacation in August. Given the newness of Pastors Nikki and Ross to BSBC, Pastor Greg will be available for funerals during times off. This has been the pattern since the beginning of the interim period. Please pray that these months of break will be renewing and invigorating for Pastor Greg.
Your Board of Deacons
9. Summer Office Hours
To facilitate vacation time for our Administrative staff, as of Tuesday, May 24, the church office opens each morning at the usual 8:30 a.m. but closes each day at 4 p.m. (instead of the usual 5 p.m.). This continues until the Tuesday after Labour Day. Thank you for noting this change.
10. 50th Wedding Anniversary
We are celebrating Bill & Bonnie Waye's 50th Wedding Anniversary!!!!!
Join us Saturday, Aug. 13 from 2-4 p.m. at the Upper Kingsclear Fire Hall on Mazerolle Settlement Rd.
This is an open house, so stop in and join us for some light refreshments & cake. Visit and offer your best wishes! If you are not able to come, we would still love for you to be a part of their day. Feel free to send a message, story, memory, or photo to marisa.waye@gmail.com.
Blessings!
11. Community News
A Concert for Piano and Strings with Vivian Ni at Christ Church Parish Church
Featuring works by Bach, Sarasate, Kapustin. All are invited to attend the first concert in Christ Church Parish Church's (245 Westmorland St.) summer concert series on Wednesday, July 6, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
Admission by voluntary donation to support the music program at Christ Church Parish Church.
Summer Music Series at Christ Church Cathedral
The Summer Music Series at Christ Church Cathedral will present nine noontime concerts, held each Friday at 12:10 p.m. until August 26. The free series of concerts will feature choral music, soloists, fiddle, guitar, viola, organ and piano.
All welcome! Free admission, donations welcome. Proceeds will support the Organ Renovation Fund. Details at christchurchcathedral.com.
12. This Week at BSBC: June 29 to July 6
Please note: FLC stands for Family Life Centre.
Wednesday, June 29
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:00 Vocal Ensemble (Sanctuary & Choir Room)
Thursday, June 30
9:00 Benevolent Ministry (By Appointment)
7:00 Summer Youth Group (Downtown Scavenger Hunt & Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC )
Friday July 1
CANADA DAY – Church Offices Closed
Saturday, July 2
9:00 Gym Set-Up (Gym)
1:00 Worship Team Practice (Gym)
Sunday, July 3
6:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Boardroom Over Main Kitchen)
9:00 Asian Sunday School Class (Boardroom Over Main Kitchen)
10:15 Preschool/KidzTown (First Floor And KidzTown, FLC)
10:30 Contemporary Service (Gym)
10:30 Mandarin Worship Service (Third Floor Assembly, FLC)
10:30 Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)
Monday, July 4
9:00 Half Day Summer Camp (Gym, KidzTown, Connection Center & Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC)
1:00 Sports Friends Training (Barnabas Center)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
1:30 Right to Life (Zoom)
6:30 Social Action Team Meeting (Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC)
Tuesday, July 5
9:00 Half Day Summer Camp (Gym, KidzTown, Connection Center & Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC)
12:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Boardroom Over Main Kitchen)
1:30 Quilters for Missions (Quilting Room)
6:30 Sports Friends (Wilmot Park)
7:00 Fresh Start (Gym & Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC)
Wednesday, July 6
9:00 Half Day Summer Camp (Gym, Kidztown, Connection Center & Third Floor Assembly Area, FLC)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:00 Vocal Ensemble (Sanctuary & Choir Room)
