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In this issue:
Check out what's coming up at BSBC from May 17 to 24.
Mums for Mom
Pastoral Care for the Next Three Months
Summer Office Hours
New Traffic Patterns in the Church Office
Thank You for Your Prayers
Chinese Mission Trip
Graduates for 2023
Sending Children to Green Hill Lake Camp
Dinner and a Show!
Child & Youth Worker Summer Intern
“Days for Girls” Are Looking for Soaps
Sabbatical for Pastor Greg Geldart
Memories! A Photo Collection of Children Who Are Now Adults
Myths & Questions About Homelessness Part 2 (Shared By Your SAT)
New Preaching Series
This Sunday’s Worship Gathering
NextGen Ministry @ BSBC (Children/Youth)
Fresh Start Young Adults Group
Community Opportunities
This Week @ BSBC
1. Mums for Mom
Thank you for helping us celebrate Mother’s Day by placing a mum plant in memory or in honour of a mother you love.
Catherine, Edmund and Eleanor Brodie placed a plant in the gym in honour of their mother.
Margaret & Greg Geldart placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Marguerite Pierce.
Greg & Margaret Geldart placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Rowena Geldart.
Claire & Dan placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Margaret Geldart.
Dan & Claire placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Debora McGrath.
Sandra Tingley’s children and grandchildren placed a plant in the sanctuary in her honour.
Mark & Lisa Jones placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Bernice Jones.
Mary McMulkin placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Alice Currie Farris.
Carol Reimer’s family placed a plant in the gym in her honour.
Mary Tingley placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Joyce Tingley.
Wayne & Lera Beers placed a plant in the sanctuary in memory of their mothers Jennie Beers & Maude Warren.
John & Sarah placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of their Auntie Martha.
John & Gwen Childs placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Beulah Childs.
John & Gwen Childs placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Ruby Sherrard.
Ron & Sandra Tingley placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of their mothers Elizabeth McMullin & Margaret Godfrey.
Paul Gosselin placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Sharon Gosselin.
Peter & Maureen Steeves placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Eva Steeves.
Peter & Maureen Steeves placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Kay McFerran.
Rachel Nesbitt’s family placed a plant in the gym in her honour.
Shirley, Ralph, and Chris Graves placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Barbara Peterson and Olive Graves.
Janet Clark placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Elaine Merritt.
Barb and Dave Touchie placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Thelma Stairs & Judie Hall.
Daughters Cheryl & Marilynne placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Madeline Gibson.
Mary Kaye and Family placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Lillian Coughey.
Heather Topple-McAllister placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Wilberta Topple.
George and Laura placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Ruth McGuire.
Dan Wilton placed a plant in the gym in honour of Eleanor Wilton.
Robert, Eleanor, and Dan and family placed a plant in the gym in loving memory of Diana Read.
Ross, Dan and Eleanor, Leah and David, Elizabeth and Randy and family placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Marie Wilton.
Her family placed a plant in the sanctuary in loving memory of Verna Crandlemire.
Graeme, Meredith, Shannon & Paul placed a plant in the gym in honor of Carol Clark.
Roger, Debbie, and girls placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Joan Kierstead.
Esther and Danielle Kierstead placed a plant in the gym in honour of Leah Wilton.
Debbie and Roger Kierstead placed a plant in the gym in loving memory of Marg Smith.
Her children placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Carley Colwell.
Her daughters, Wendy, Sharon, and Rebecca placed a plant in the sanctuary in honour of Charline Smith.
Amanda, Brishen, Connor & Nora placed a plant in the gym in honour of Enid Phillips.
2. Pastoral Care for the Next Three Months
In the absence of Pastor Greg, your Deacons want to affirm that BSBC is equipped to provide Pastoral Care. We are grateful for the engagement of Pastor Ross and Pastor Nikki, and we are blessed to have additional support from Rev. Kevin Culberson, the Baptist Chaplin at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital.
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
Pastor 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 Pastor 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
Church Office
506-458-8348
naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca
bsbc@bsbc.nb.ca
Pastor Ross Watters
506-282-3443
ross@bsbc.nb.ca
Pastor Nikki Leftley
506-282-1075
nikki@bsbc.nb.ca
Rev. Kevin Culberson
506-260-6240
culberson.kevin@gmail.com
Denise Mersereau, Chair of Deacons
506-262-0197
ddmersereau@gmail.com
Please pray for our pastoral care team as they seek to partner with you in caring for the BSBC family.
Your Board of Deacons
3. Summer Office Hours
Summer is coming! From Tuesday, May 23, through to Friday, September 1, the church office will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This change in the open office hours helps facilitate vacation time for our administrative staff.
Thank you for noting this change.
Your Board of Management.
4. New Traffic Patterns in the Church Office
Last week, the Personnel Committee of your Board of Management had the privilege of meeting with our new Office Administrator, Janet Mitchell and our new Ministry Administrator/Bookkeeper, Naomi Phillips to check in on their adjustment to their new positions. We were so pleased to hear that both Janet and Naomi are enjoying the restructuring and, we feel, performing wonderfully in these new roles.
The new roles, however, call for some new “traffic patterns” for the members of the church family. Therefore, we’d ask that when you come to the offices for any reason you start with Janet, our Office Administrator, and let her help you with next steps, which may mean calling over to Naomi’s office to bring her into the conversation. During Pastor Greg’s absence, Naomi has taken on many of his administrative duties in addition to her bookkeeping role and so requires uninterrupted focus time to complete detail-laden tasks.
Both Janet and Naomi are eager to help in any way they can. Your adaptation to the office ‘traffic flow’ will go a long way to help them perform their tasks in as easy a way as possible. Thank you so much for supporting Janet and Naomi in this way.
Personnel Committee Members:
Kellie Brown
Roger Kierstead
Dan Lutes
Pastor Greg
5. Thank You For Your Prayers
Thank you for all the love, support and prayers during my cancer journey. It has been a blessing to me and my family. What a blessing to grow up at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. Although, I don’t live in Fredericton anymore, Brunswick St & all its wonderful people will always be home.
Much Love,
Marisa Waye
6. Chinese Mission Trip
Brunswick Street Baptist Church’s Mandarin congregation went to Saint John and united with the Rivercross Church for a Chinese Ministry Mission Trip on May 12th. It is the first time we gathered in person since the pandemic. This event is a yearly Evangelical Mission gathering organized by the Christian Communication Inc. of Canada in Toronto. All praise to our Lord, we had two sisters who accepted Jesus Christ as their saviour in this event. May our Lord be with them and bless them in their new life.
Respectfully submitted,
Pastor Changbin
Pastor to the Mandarin Congregation
7. Graduates for 2023
This year we are recognizing our upcoming 2023 graduates. If you or someone you know is graduating from high school, college, university, technical school, or other educational institution and would like to be recognized, please contact us!
If you are a high school graduate, please contact Pastor Nikki. If you are graduating from a college, university, or technical school, please contact Pastor Ross. With your information, please include your full name, school of graduation, grad photo, and plans for next year. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact either Pastor Nikki nikki@bsbc.nb.ca or Pastor Ross ross@bsbc.nb.ca.
Deadline for submissions for grad recognition signs is Sunday, May 28, 2023.
8. Sending Children to Green Hill Lake Camp
Our New Life Ministry encourages families who face economic challenges on a regular basis. One of the ways we, as a church family, can be a blessing is to provide funding for the children of these families to have the experience of Christian camping at Green Hill Lake Camp. And so, again this year, we invite you to consider giving a donation to help us cover the cost to send 7 children which, in this day and age, is just under $3,400.
If you are able, please mark your donation “GHLC Sponsorship”. We’ll be sure to update you on our financial progress as the weeks go on. Thank you for considering this opportunity.
9. Dinner And A Show: Tidal Impact Fundraiser
If there’s one thing we know about the people of BSBC, it’s that they LOVE our children and youth. And so, we want you to know about a way you can “love” our youth who will be part of the TIDAL IMPACT team serving Jesus in Saint John in July.
“Dinner and a Show” is going to be blast. A great dinner. And great entertainment as our own youth will share their talents! Believe us…you will be impressed and full of joy!
This fundraiser to help cover the team’s expenses for their time in Saint John will provide you, that night, with an opportunity to make a financial donation for which you will be receipted. We’re asking you to purchase a ticket for $10/person so that these monies will cover the cost of the food.
Tickets are available for purchase on Sundays in the Connections Center after services or at the church office during the week.
“Dinner and a Show” takes place on Saturday, May 27 starting at 5:30 p.m.
10. Child & Youth Worker Summer Intern
We have been awarded a grant through Employment and Social Development Canada for a Child & Youth Worker Summer Intern which will allow us to hire a summer student to work in our NextGen (children/youth) ministry for 8 weeks. Details follow. Please pray with me for God’s provision of the student of His choice to help lead what will be a busy summer of ministry.
Please make this summer job known to anyone you believe might be interested.
Thank you,
Pastor Nikki
Position Outline
The Child & Youth Worker Summer Intern will assist and support the Next Generation Pastor and Children/Youth Coordinators at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. The ideal candidate would be a team player, communicate well, be able to understand and use digital systems and display leadership skills.
Position Responsibilities
Assist the Next Generation Pastor and Children/Youth Coordinators with Half-Day Summer Camp
Participate in Local Mission Week
Participate and Assist in Leading Weekly Programming for the NextGen Community
Develop Programs and Events During the Summer
Assist in Preparation for Fall Programming
Assist in Overseeing Administrative Tasks for Summer Youth Missions Trip
Proficient in Social Media Use and Computer Software
Position Accountability
The Child & Youth Worker Summer Intern is responsible to the Brunswick Street Baptist Church Board of Deacons through the Education Committee with direct responsibility to the Next Generation Pastor.
Position Time Allotment & Wage
This internship is made possible through Employment and Social Development Canada. Requirements for the applicant include:
(a) must be a visible minority
(b) is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
(c) is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27]*; and
(d) is legally entitled to work in New Brunswick
Remuneration for this position is for $14.75 per hour for 8 weeks. Start date is June 19, 2023. There are no other benefits associated with this position. Termination of the contract by either party requires 30 days written notice.
How To Apply
Please email your resume along with a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position to Pastor Nikki Leftley at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca. Application deadline is May 19, 2023. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
For more information, please contact Pastor Nikki Leftley by email (nikki@bsbc.nb.ca) or telephone (506-458-8348).
11. Days for Girls Request for Soaps
The group of ladies who meet bi-weekly at BSBC would appreciate the donation of any small soaps that could be included in the kits that they make for their charity.
These are the small soaps that you would find in hotel rooms as you vacation this summer. There will be a collection basket placed in the church office for your donated soaps.
Check out Days for Girls International website for information about the Days for Girls project.
12. Sabbatical for Pastor Greg
In February 2023, Dr. Cheryl Ann Beals, Director of the Sozo Center for Soul Care within our own Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada was engaged by the Board of Deacons to consider how the church can best support our Pastors. As our world becomes increasingly complicated and wounded, the role of Pastors grows in level of complexity. We want to ensure that we are providing all our Pastors with the best support possible.
On March 27, the Board of Deacons approved a time of leave for our Lead Pastor, Greg Geldart. This will begin on May 15, 2023 until August 15, 2023. The first two months will be paid Sabbatical leave and the last month will see Pastor Greg using his vacation time.
What is a Sabbatical? The word is derived from the word Sabbath and it means an extended time away from work. The purpose of a Sabbatical can be varied but it is most often given to afford the opportunity to pursue learning, increase personal and professional development, and enhance overall wellness.
During his 3-month leave, Pastor Greg will be engaged in an intentional process that includes structured activities to cultivate personal spiritual renewal and support overall wellness. Unlike previous times, Pastor Greg will not be called on to engage in church ministry while on leave. Work is being done now to ensure that our other Pastors and staff will be well supported during his absence. We recognize that the well-being of all our leaders is vital to the well-being of our church.
The Board of Deacons asks that you join us in praying for Pastor Greg and Margaret during this time of formation and for all our Pastors and their families as they faithfully serve in ministry.
Denise Mersereau, Chair
Board of Deacons
Pastor Greg writes, “It has been an exciting time to learn how other pastors in our denomination are being supported through the work of the department of Clergy Wellness and Formation. I’ve been able to talk with other pastors who have shared how these initiatives have benefited them and their churches. It’s also good to know that once this introductory work is done, there are other avenues available that begin in the fall, designed to be engaged while carrying out ministry. In the past, the congregation has gifted me with extended time off for which Margaret and I continue to be grateful. This ‘sabbatical’ is different in that there are specific structured opportunities focused on personal spiritual enrichment. I anticipate that the results will be like someone with anemia receiving a blood transfusion.”
13. Memories: A Photo Collection Of Children Who Are Now Adults
BSBC has been given a wonderful historical collection of photos of infants and toddlers from the mid-80s on. The gift comes to us from Paul Gosselin and the collection is the work of his wife, the Late Sharon Gosselin, who, during her time of ministry in the nursery collected photos of many, many, many nursery children who now, in many cases, have their own children who are older than the pictorial record of their grandparents. What is clear – Sharon loved “her kids” and their parents. This is certainly a labour of love.
We invite you to view the album on Sunday mornings. You can find the album on the table in the “link” on the first floor. This is the area between the Connection Center and the Family Life Center.
Some of the family names continued therein:
Best, Brayley, Clark, Coughey, Reimer, Kierstead, Daneff, DeMerchant, Duguid, Farkas, Gossman, Hansen, Kaye, Lutes, McGinley, McMath, Moore, Paige, Poulin, Savard, Simpson, Smith, Steeves, Sypher, Thorne, VanSlyke, Wightman, Wilson
14. Part 2: Myths & Questions About Homelessness (Shared By Your Social Action Team)
There are many myths and stereotypes that people believe about homelessness. This misinformation is problematic, as it further contributes to the stigmatization of a population that is already marginalized. In order to appropriately tackle the issue of homelessness and create a society where individuals feel comfortable accessing supports, these myths must be deconstructed and understood to be false by the general public.
Myth: People experiencing homelessness are lazy.
Fact: In order to survive, many people who experience homelessness are constantly in search for the necessities of life, such as food, shelter and a source of income. Therefore, due to the barriers that they face, many people experiencing homelessness do not have the option of being stagnant or lazy. For example, searching for a job becomes even more challenging when an individual does not have access to a phone, computer, or fixed address on a regular basis.
Overall, the myths that exist about homelessness are generalizations of a more complicated reality. It is important for those who have never experienced homelessness before to understand that every homeless individual faces a different and complex set of circumstances. It is the responsibility of the general public to educate themselves about issues related to homelessness. This will hopefully result in sensitive and compassionate conversations and solutions to homelessness.
The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness is the largest national research institute devoted to homelessness in Canada. The COH is the curator of the Homeless Hub.
15. New Preaching Series
As we move further into spring, Pastor Ross will be beginning a new sermon series entitled, “Could God Use Me if I Struggle With…?”
The series will include the following considerations:
1) Anxiety and Self-Worth – Through the lens of Moses;
2) Loneliness and Insecurity – Through the lens of Jeremiah;
3) Extremes of Emotion and Deep Despair – Through the lens of David; and
4) Fear, Discouragement and Burnout – Through the lens of Elijah.
Dr. Keith will be continuing leading us through the gospel of Mark. May God lead us to new truth and spiritual vitality through our times studying God’s word.
16. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings
The gym worship service will be under the musical leadership of Greg Keezer and friends. In the sanctuary, the service will feature musical leadership by the Sanctuary Choir and Soloist Beth Snow assisted by Gloria Tranquilla on the piano.
Pastor Ross will be preaching on Anxiety and Self-Worth – Through the Lens of Moses in the gym. Of his sermon, Ross writes, “When we talk in church about God meeting His people, building His Kingdom through us, and having a call for each of our lives, do you believe it or do you think others may be better fitted for this? Let’s have a look at Moses’ story to see how even when we may wish to disqualify ourselves, God can still do amazing things.”
Dr. Keith will be preaching in the sanctuary with a sermon entitled “Conspiracy Theories.” He writes, “Returning to our series on the Gospel of Mark, our focus this week is on Mark 3:1-6. This episode takes place in the synagogue on the Sabbath, and involves an unnamed man with a withered hand. Already Jesus has raised the ire of the religious authorities, and on this occasion they are looking to accuse him of violating the Sabbath by healing the man’s hand. A key theme in this scene revolves around a stubborn heart: we will discover that it is easier than we might think to acquire this particular kind of heart disease, but the good news is that healing is at hand.”
Whether in-person or online, be sure to join us this Sunday morning. Both services start at 10:30 a.m.
17. NextGen Ministry
Volunteers Needed for Half-Day Summer Camp
Half Day Summer Camp is back this Summer July 3–7 from 9 a.m. to noon! If you wish to volunteer for this in any capacity, please register here, and let us know what your interest would be in serving. There are many ways for you to serve, kitchen hands, registration, group leader, bible teacher, games leader, craft leader, behind the scene leaders, etc. There is a place for you if you have a desire to work with our young population! Reach out to Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca if you have any questions our would like to sign up.
Children @ BSBC
Hands-in Girls Ministry: May 27, 10 a.m. – noon
All of our elementary-aged girls are encouraged to join Allie Dunfield and her awesome gang of leaders for a Saturday morning of fun, friends, fellowship, activities, and music! If your daughter or granddaughter wants to attend this please register HERE.
Sunday School Open House: Sunday, May 28, 9:30 am
On Sunday, May 28th at 9:30 am we will be hosting our Open Session for Sunday School. This is a time when all of our elementary students come together for Sunday school, and likewise all of our youth come together. This open session is mission focused. We look forward to our children and youth coming together for a time to talk about missions and breaking bread together.
Half-Day Summer Camp: July 3 – 7, 9 am – noon
Our half-day summer camp will be happening Monday, July 3rd to Friday, July 7th, from 9 am–noon! Mark your calendars and be ready for your little ones to join us! Registration for the half-day summer camp will open in mid-May. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca.
Youth @ BSBC
Youth Bible Study: Wednesday, 6:30 – 8 pm
All youth are welcome to come out and join us tonight as we start a new Bible Study! We will be looking at Peter. All youth are welcome. Please join Kari Dunfield and Pastor Nikki.
Youth Group at Wilmot Park: Friday, 7 – 9 pm
For youth group this week we will be at Wilmot Park from 7 – 9 pm, all our youth grade 6 -12 are welcome to join, and welcome to invite friends! We will be having large outdoor games happening, such as capture the flag, man hunt, etc. Join us on Friday at Wilmot Park for an evening outdoors in beautiful weather, and lots of fun! Please dress accordingly, bring/wear sunscreen, and bring water! All our leaders look forward to seeing our youth out this Friday!
Tidal Impact Fundraising Dinner: Saturday, May 27, 5:30 pm
On Saturday, May 27th, our youth will be putting on a fundraising dinner and a show for Tidal Impact Fundraising. We ask that our youth think of how they can serve and showcase their talents. All youth are encouraged to help with this fundraiser, and to support their peers! The dinner is $10 per ticket. Donations going towards Tidal Impact will be accepted on top of this. Receipts will be given for donations that do not include ticket prices.
High School Youth: Next Sunday, May 28, 7 – 9 pm
This coming Sunday, due to the long weekend, we will not be having high school
youth. We look forward to seeing our high schoolers the following week May 28th for youth group!
Greenhouse Service: Sunday, May 28, 10:30 am
May 28 will be our last Greenhouse Service for the summer. All youth grades 6 – 12 are welcomed and encouraged to join us on May 28 at 10:30 am in the Barnabas Center. If your youth would like to help out with this service by leading a portion of it, please contact Pastor Nikki as soon as possible.
One Conference: Friday, June 2 – Saturday, June 3
The One Conference is back this year in Moncton from 5 pm June 2nd to 5:30 pm June 3rd. Youth will not want to miss out on this awesome opportunity to come together with so many other churches. The cost for this event is now $90.00. The deadline for youth to register was May 1st, however if you still wish to register, please reach out to Pastor Nikki as soon as possible. If you have any questions or if cost is an issue, please email nikki@bsbc.nb.ca. BE A VOLUNTEER DRIVER – if you would like to be a volunteer driver for this event, please reach out to Pastor Nikki!
18. Fresh Start Young Adults Group
Our Young Adults ministry, Fresh Start, continues to meet on Tuesday nights from 7 - 9 pm on the 3rd floor of the Family Life Center. Come along for snacks and social time followed by a Bible study. We would love to see you there!
Please contact Pastor Ross ross@bsbc.nb.ca for details.
19. Community Events
Kiwanis Youth Choir
The Fredericton Kiwanis Youth Choir under the direction of Ross Simonds will present its spring concert, "Songs of Gladness: Singing in Spring," on Wednesday, May 17, at 7 pm at Grace Memorial Baptist Church.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth, and $25 for a family, and can be purchased from choir members, at ScandiModern (61 Carleton Street), or on Eventbrite.
Come celebrate with us!
St. Paul’s Annual Plant Sale
St. Paul’s Annual Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 9 – noon. Come pick up plants for your garden, balcony, and home. CASH ONLY. 224 York Street in the George St. parking lot – corner of York & George Streets.
NB Right to Life March for Life
The New Brunswick Right to Life March for Life is taking place on Thursday, May 25 at 11:15 a.m. Prior to the March, there will be a prayer meeting at 9:45 a.m. at Brunswick Street Baptist Church, 161 York Street.
Gibson Memorial United Church Yard Sale
Gibson Memorial United Church, 183 Gibson St., will be hosting a YARD SALE on June 3, 2023, 8 a.m. - 12 noon. All are welcome!
20. This Week at BSBC
Please note: FLC stands for Family Life Centre
Wednesday, May 17
8:30 Gospel on Web (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
10:00 Senior Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
5:30 Community Potluck Supper (Gym)
6:00 Youth Bible Study (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Sanctuary Choir Practice (Choir Room)
8:00 Youth Handbell Choir (Sanctuary)
Thursday, May 18
7:00 Women’s Prayer Breakfast (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
7:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Gym, Main Kitchen)
8:30 Gospel on Web (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
9:00 Benevolent Ministry (By Appointment)
9:00 New Life Ministry (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
1:30 Ladies Bible Study (CB) (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
1:30 Gospel of John Bible Study (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:00 L’Arche/Opal Drop-In (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Armour of God Bible Study (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 GHLC Board Meeting (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
7:00 Mandarin Choir Practice (Barnabas Center/Choir Room)
Friday, May 19
8:30 Gospel on Web (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
10:00 Senior Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
7:00 Youth Group (Wilmot Park)
7:00 Mandarin Fellowship (Barnabas Center and KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
Saturday, May 20
10:00 Gym Set-up (Gym)
1:00 Worship Team Practice (Gym)
Sunday, May 21
7:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:00 Asian Sunday School (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:20 Sunday Morning Prayer (Counselling Room, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:30 Sunday School For All Ages (Family Life Center)
9:30 Portraits of Jesus (Under The Sea Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
10:15 KidzTown & Preschool Classes (2nd & 1st Floor, FLC)
10:30 Contemporary Worship Service (Gym)
10:30 Mandarin Worship (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
10:30 Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
1:00 Mandarin Choir Practice (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
5:00 Third Sunday Supper
Monday, May 22
Victoria Day - Church Office Closed
5:00 Steeves Piano Student Recital (Sanctuary)
7:00 Mandarin Sister Choir Rehearsal (Barnabas Center)
7:00 Board of Deacons (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
Tuesday, May 23
8:30 Gospel on Web (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
10:00 Library Open (Connections Center)
10:00 Planning Meeting (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
12:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
12:00 Quilter’s Meeting (Quilting Room, 2nd Floor, Connections Center)
1:30 Quilters for Missions (Quilting Room, 2nd Floor, Connections Center)
6:30 Greenhouse Band Practice (Barnabas Center)
7:00 Fresh Start Young Adult Ministry (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
Wednesday, May 24
8:30 Gospel on Web (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)
10:00 Senior Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
5:30 Community Potluck Supper (Gym)
6:00 Greenhouse Band Practice (Barnabas Center)
6:30 Youth Bible Study (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Sanctuary Choir Practice (Choir Room)
8:00 Youth Handbell Choir (Sanctuary)
