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In this issue:
Check out what’s happening the week of May 28 to June 4, 2025!
1. Spring Business Meeting: Tonight!
2. Celebration Sunday: This Sunday, June 1
3. Celebrate Father’s Day with Music!
4. Volunteer Opportunities!
5. Last Ladies Exercise Class Before Summer: May 30
6. GHLC Camp Sponsorship: New Life and Other Ministries
7. GHLC Health Centre Items Needed
8. One Con: May 30 to 31
9. Oasis: August 7 to 9
10. Tidal Impact Youth Fundraiser – Cookbooks!
11. Half-Day Summer Camp: June 23 to 27
12. NextGen Ministry (Children/Youth)
13. Fresh Start Young Adults: Tuesdays
14. A Time to Pray
15. Adult Bible Studies
16. Summer Break Planning – We Need Your Dates!
17. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: June 1
18. Pastoral Care
19. Financial Report
20. Community Events
21. This Week @ BSBC
1. Spring Business Meeting: Wednesday, May 28 at 6:45 pm with Pizza Potluck at 5:30 pm
Our moderator has called a Spring Business Meeting to be held tonight, Wednesday, May 28, at 6:45 pm in the sanctuary at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. We will have reports from the Board of Management and the Board of Deacons, as well as updates from Treasurer and the Social Action Team.
To attend this meeting via Zoom, please contact the church office at 506-458-8348 or receptionist@bsbc.nb.ca for the Zoom link.
Please join us in the gym at 5:30 pm for a pizza potluck! We will supply the pizza. If you are able, please bring a side, dessert, or beverage to share. We look forward to seeing you there!
2. Celebration Sunday: June 1
Hi Church Family,
Join us for Celebration Sunday! This Sunday, June 1, our traditional and contemporary congregations will come together for a special combined worship service in the sanctuary. During the service, we’ll recognize our 2025 graduates—celebrating their accomplishments and praying for their future. We’ll also be led in worship by a special Grad Band. After the service, everyone is invited to stick around for a fun-filled church family BBQ! Enjoy BBQed hotdogs, veggies, chips, cake, and ice cream—all provided for you. There will be something for everyone, including a bouncy castle, face painting, games, Sno-Cones, and a Tidal Impact bake and plant sale fundraiser. Come celebrate with us as we worship, honor our grads, and enjoy a great afternoon of food and fun together!
Hey Grads, don’t forget to take your Bibles and lawn signs home!
3. Celebrate Father’s Day with Music
Men’s Choir Invitation
A Men’s Choir is preparing a special selection to sing in the Father’s Day Sanctuary Service on Sunday, June 15. All men who enjoy singing are warmly invited to take part.
Rehearsals will be held in the Choir Room from 6:00–6:30 pm on the following Wednesdays:
May 28, June 4, and June 11.
Young Singers' Invitation
All children and youth in Grade 3 and up are invited to learn a special song to present during the Father’s Day Sanctuary Service.
Rehearsal will take place in the Choir Room on Sunday, June 1 at 9:30 am.
Thank you for helping to promote these exciting music ministry opportunities as we prepare to bless our congregation on Father’s Day!
Sincerely in Christ,
David Steeves
4. Volunteer Opportunities
Security Volunteers
We are currently looking for volunteers to help with church security on weekday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Your presence helps ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all who come through our doors.
If you’re willing to serve in this important ministry, please contact Dan Lutes or the church office, 506-458-8348, for more information or to sign up.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve!
Half-Day Summer Camp Decorating Volunteers: June 5, 12, 19
Unleash your creativity and join us in bringing the camp to life! We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers of all ages to craft delightful decorations for our upcoming half-day camp.
Dates: June 5, 12, and 19
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 pm
No need to bring anything—just your creative spirit! We’ll have decoration stations set up, complete with easy-to-follow instructions and all the necessary materials.
Let’s make this camp unforgettable together!
Half-Day Summer Camp Volunteers: June 23 to 27
Coming up on June 23 to 27, BSBC is having our half-day summer camp, from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon daily. We are inviting our youth and church population to get involved and serve at this upcoming camp! If you would like to be a part of this, or for more information and to sign up to volunteer please contact Sam Essel at samuelessel32@yahoo.com.
5. Last Ladies Exercise Class Before Summer: May 30
Friday, May 30 will be the final Ladies Exercise Class before we pause for the summer break. Stay active, enjoy the sunshine, and we’ll look forward to welcoming you back in September!
6. GHLC Sponsorship: New Life and Other Ministries
Spring is coming.......so summer is sure to follow! Our New Life ladies and other church ministries have seven children that would love to go to Green Hill Lake Camp this summer. The cost to send seven children to camp is approximately $5,000.00. If you would like to help make this happen, please mark your envelope, or if you give in another way, please identify your gift with GHLC Camper or Sponsorship.
So far, we have received $250.00 for GHLC sponsorships.
Thank you for considering supporting this opportunity for children to attend camp "where Christ is made known".
7. GHLC Health Centre Donations Needed
We're in full swing organizing our health and safety supplies as we gear up for an exciting season ahead. With school groups arriving soon for their adventure-filled days and summer camps just around the corner, we're making sure everything is in place to keep everyone safe and well-prepared.
You'll find fully stocked first aid kits at key activity centers across the campsite, workplace-level kits in the maintenance shop and kitchen, and mini kits in each cabin. For our off-site adventures—like canoe and bicycle camps—we’ve packed larger first aid packs to ensure we're ready for anything.
Nurse Nancy and Boo Boo (aka Carol Reimer) have placed a tote in the Connection Centre for anyone wishing to donate supplies for the Health Centre.
For First Aid, we are looking for the following:
Band-aids of all sizes and types, tick removal kits, small freezies (for tasty ice packs), medical tape, gauze pads 2x2 and 4x4, gauze rolls, large absorbent dressings, antiseptic wound spray, Moleskin bandages for blisters, sunscreen.
We often have campers arrive without personal hygiene items and like to have a stock of the following:
Travel size shampoo & body wash, facecloths, deodorant, combs, brushes, feminine hygiene items.
The most important thing we want this summer though is your prayers for the health and safety of everyone who comes to Green Hill Lake Camp.
8. One Con: May 30 to 31
Please be in prayer for our One Con Youth team as they travel to Moncton. They will be leaving from BSBC at 4:30 pm on Friday, May 30 and returning to BSBC around 7:00 pm on Saturday, May 31. Pray for traveling mercies, heart-felt God moments, and great fellowship amongst the team.
9. Oasis: August 7 to 9
Oasis is the annual gathering of the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC), a family of churches spread all over Atlantic Canada. CBAC churches send pastors and delegates to Oasis. Each August, we gather to deepen relationships, build community, learn tools for thriving in ministry, worship together, make decisions around budgets, and vision for the future. OASIS is also a time to celebrate God’s faithfulness and our shared mission.
Our theme this year is “Hope upon Hope”. It is our prayer and hope that you leave OASIS “overflowing with hope”, filled with inspiration, new friendships, and joy leading into the fall season. Join us for the 179th Annual gathering this August. OASIS will take place August 7-9, 2025, on the Acadia University campus in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.
We currently have five delegates registered. To be a delegate for BSBC, you must be a member of BSBC. Based on our membership, we can send 10 delegates. If you are not a member, you can start the process for membership or you can attend OASIS as a guest. Guests can participate in everything but cannot vote on business. Are you interested in being one of our delegates to OASIS? We are able to provide a stipend of $200 to cover your registration and help with expenses. If you would like to become a member or if you are able to attend, please contact Naomi in the church office (naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca) and she will complete your registration.
In preparation for registration, delegates will be asked to indicate their preferred Breakout Workshops.
Our very own Rev. Ross Watters is leading one of the Oasis Rallies titled “Hope in The Church”.
10. 🌊 Tidal Impact Youth Fundraiser – Cookbooks! 🍽️
We’re so excited to share something deliciously special with you! To support our youth as they prepare for this summer’s Tidal Impact Mission Trip, we’re selling a one-of-a-kind church cookbook—filled with treasured recipes from our very own congregation.
From potluck favourites to family classics, get one today and enjoy the tasty treats, entrées, soups, salads, and so much more included in this book📖 Cookbook Cost: $20
📍 Available: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, in the church office
🗺️ Location: 161 York Street, Fredericton, NB
📞 Contact: 506-458-8348 or receptionist@bsbc.nb.ca
Update: Thank you for your generosity in supporting our youth! So far, we have sold 123 cookbooks! These funds will cover 61% of our Mission Trip to PEI in July! If you haven’t yet purchased a copy for your household, or if you are looking for a fun gift, please contact the church office.
Every purchase helps offset the cost of going on the mission trip and brings our youth one step closer to loving others and living out the heart of Jesus on this local mission trip. Let’s help our youth make an eternal impact—one recipe at a time, while you enjoy some tasty food along the way!
11. Half-Day Summer Camp: June 23 to 27
Join us for Half-Day Summer Camp as we get ready to have an unforgettable week filled with lots of fun, great learning experiences, and developing faith. This summer, we invite children ages 4 through 12, Kindergarten to Grade 5, for a week packed with engaging activities, music, games, Bible lessons, crafts, and more in this year’s inspiring theme: “Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity”.
Date: June 23 to 27, 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Daily
Where: Brunswick Street Baptist Church, 161 York Street, Fredericton
Who: Kids ages 4 to 12, Kindergarten to Grade 5 — All are welcome!
Whether your child is a first-time visitor or a returning friend, they’ll have a blast exploring God’s Word in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Don’t miss out on this summer’s biggest adventure!
12. NextGen Ministry (Children & Youth)
Children @ BSBC
Scouting Boys on Summer Break: Returning Fall 2025
We are so grateful for our scouting program, we had a wonderful school year! We look forward to getting back together in the fall!
Final Sunday School This Sunday! June 1: 9:30 – 10:15 am
Join us for Sunday School, a time of learning for our children and youth. It provides age-specific teaching about the Gospel for students from Pre-K to Grade 12. During this time, parents and adults can enjoy tea, coffee, and fellowship in the Connection Center and Family Room. This Sunday is our last Sunday school class for this semester. Sunday school will return in September.
Half-Day Summer Camp
Join us for our half-day summer camp as we get ready to have an unforgettable week filled with lots of fun, great learning experiences, and developing faith. From June 23 through 27, we invite elementary aged children for a week packed with engaging activities, music, games, Bible lessons, crafts, and more in this year’s inspiring theme: “Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity.”
Youth @ BSBC
Bible Project Videos
This week we are going to watch:
To be included in our weekly parent email to keep up to date with what’s going on for BSBC’s youth email Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca.
Final Sunday School This Sunday: June 1, 9:30 – 10:15 am
Join us for Sunday School, a time of learning for our youth from grades 6 to 12. It provides age-specific teaching about the Gospel for students on the third floor. During this time, parents and adults can enjoy tea, coffee, and fellowship in the Connection Centre and Family Room. Our final class for this semester will be on Sunday, June 1.
Pray for those attending One Con this Friday to Saturday, May 30 – 31
Please be praying for all those attending One Conference this Friday to Saturday, May 30–31.
Pray that God moves boldly in the lives of our young people and that all are impacted by the Holy Spirit.
Grad Sunday: June 1
Join us on Sunday, June 1, as we celebrate our grads during the morning service!
Graduates are asked to meet Pastor Nikki at 10:00 am in the Family Room for light refreshments and a brief meeting before the service.
No Youth Group this Sunday: June 1
There will be no youth group on Sunday, June 1, following an exciting and powerful One Con weekend. Join us next week for our end-of-year pool party!
Final Youth Group of the Year – Pool Party: June 8, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Celebrate the end of the school year with us on Sunday, June 8, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the VanSlyke’s Residence. Please bring a modest swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and anything else needed to swim. Questions? Contact Samuel Essel or Adam Savard.
Half-Day Summer Camp Decorating Nights: June 5, 12, & 19: 6:30 – 8:00pm
Unleash your creativity and join us in bringing the camp to life! We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers of all ages to craft delightful decorations for our upcoming half-day camp.
Dates: June 5, 12, and 19
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm
No need to bring anything—just your creative spirit! We’ll have decoration stations set up, complete with easy-to-follow instructions and all the necessary materials. Let’s make this camp unforgettable together!
Half-Day Summer Camp Volunteering Opportunity: June 23 to 27
Coming up on June 23 to 27 BSBC is having our half-day camp, from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon daily. We are inviting our youth and church population to get involved and serve at this upcoming camp! If you would like to be a part of this, or for more information and to sign up to volunteer please contact Sam Essel at samuelessel32@yahoo.com.
Youth Gatherings Coming Up:
May 30–31: One Con
June 1: Grad Sunday (10:30 am)
June 1: No Youth Group
June 5: Half-Day Summer Camp Decorating Night (6:30–8:00 pm)
June 8: Final Youth Group of the School Year: Pool Party at the VanSlyke Residence (2:00–4:00 pm)
June 12: Half-Day Summer Camp Decorating Night (6:30–8:00 pm)
June 19: Half-Day Summer Camp Decorating Night (6:30–8:00 pm)
13. 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.
14. A Time to Pray
The church body is invited to join Debbie Kierstead as she hosts a time of prayer Wednesday evenings from 8:00 to 9:00 pm in the sanctuary, anyone is welcome to come for any portion of time. The focus will be prayer, but worship and ministry will take place as the Lord leads.
Please note: A Time to Pray will be moved from Wednesday, May 28 to Thursday, May 29 from 8:00 to 9:00 pm for that week only.
15. Adult Bible Studies
There is so much going on at our Church that sometimes it is hard to keep track! To help ease your calendar preparation, here is a brief list of programs and events that we have on offer:
16. Summer Break Planning – We Need Your Dates!
As we prepare for the summer season, we’re gathering information on the end dates for all programs, ministries, and activities. If you lead or help organize a program, please let us know when your program will pause for the summer and when it will resume in the fall. This helps us keep everyone informed and ensure smooth planning.
Please send all updates to the church office at bsbc@bsbc.nb.ca.
Thank you for helping us stay organized!
17. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: June 1
This Sunday, we will celebrate our Graduates with a combined service in the Sanctuary. The worship team today will be a special Grad Band.
Dr. Keith Bodnar will be preaching. Of his sermon titled “Built for Life”, he says, “Over the past year we’ve been intermittently studying the Sermon on the Mount, the famous words of the Lord Jesus that start with “blessed are the poor in spirit, for to them belongs the kingdom of heaven,” and then proceeds to address an array of topics ranging from anxiety and spiritual warfare to generosity and letting your light shine like a city on a hill. On this Graduation Sunday we will wrap up our series with a look at the closing moments of the Sermon in Matthew 7:24-29 and explore the climactic comparison of the two houses—including the house with a firm foundation on a solid rock—that provide an encouraging challenge for both our graduates and all of us at TheStreet in these days”.
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:
19. Financial Report
We are deeply grateful to all who have given, as we trust God to provide through the faithful generosity that supports our ministry's vision.
20. Community Events
Picnic Supper at Forest Hill United: June 6
Forest Hill United Church will be having a Picnic Supper on Friday, June 6th from 5 - 7 pm. The menu will be baked ham, cold salads, roll and dessert. Meals are $15/adult; $7/child under 12, and must be reserved in advance by contacting the office at 506-455-0988.
If you can help, either with putting up posters, baking in advance, potato peeling Thursday evening or making salads on the Friday, please contact Diane Robinson (506-459-8779 or robinsondiane47@gmail.com) or Margie Roxborough (506-455-0576 or margie.roxborough@bellaliant.net).
Prayer Gathering Pentecost Sunday: June 8
Celebrating 100 Years of Faith: June 8
On Sunday, June 8 at 10:30 AM, something exciting is happening at Fredericton High School, ⛪️ Churches from Fredericton and the surrounding area are coming together to celebrate 100 years of the United Church of Canada!
We’re very happy to welcome former Moderator Peter Short as our guest preacher for this special occasion.
💚 All donations received during the service will go to Greener Village to support their incredible work in our community. Special envelopes will be available at the service for those who wish to contribute.
Everyone is welcome! Bring your voice, your spirit, and your love for community. Supported by the United Church Foundation, this celebration is a chance to reflect on our shared journey of faith, hope, and community.
Let’s celebrate a century of faith, hope, and love—together. 💫
Blessings,
Rev. Richard Bowley (he/him)
Brooke Nicholls is in Concert: June 13
JOY 96.5 is pleased to present the Brooke Nicholls | Whatever You Say Tour - Fredericton, NB, June 13, 2025 at 7:00PM.
Brooke Nicholls is a Worship Leader, Songwriter and Author from Surrey, BC where she serves as the Worship Pastor of Village Church. When she's not at her home church, she's leading worship at different Churches and Ministries across Canada and beyond. Brooke is a ten-time Canadian Gospel Music Award winner, including being named the Female Vocalist of the Year four years in a row. Her latest album ‘Glory To God’ was nominated for a 2024 Juno Award and her devotional books have been Number 1 Christian Best-Sellers on Amazon.
The last time Brooke was in NB was opening for the Legendary Cece Winans at Victorious Festival in Moncton! Brooke was INCREDIBLE and this worship night is NOT to be missed!
For the first two weeks we have a special discount automatically applied at checkout!
21. This Week at BSBC
Wednesday, May 28
10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
5:30 Pizza Party (Gym)
6:45 Spring Business Meeting (Sanctuary)
7:00 Mandarin Choir (Barnabas)
Thursday, May 29
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)
8:00 A Time to Pray (Sanctuary)
Friday, May 30
10:00 Final Ladies Exercise (Gym)
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
1:00 Gym Floor Refinishing (Gym)
4:30 One Con Youth Departure (BSBC Parking Lot)
6:45 Montreal Ministry Prep (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
7:00 Mandarin Fellowship (Barnabas Centre)
7:00 The Ministry of the Holy Spirit Bible Study (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym)
Saturday, May 31
7:00 One Con Youth Return (BSBC Parking Lot)
Sunday, June 1
8:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Barnabas)
9:00 Asian Sunday School (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:00 Mandarin Worship Practice (Barnabas)
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 (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
10:00 Grad Meeting (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
10:30 Mandarin Worship Service (Barnabas)
10:30 Blended Worship Service (Sanctuary)
10:50 KidzTown & Preschool Classes (1st & 2nd Floor, FLC)
11:30 Celebration Sunday BBQ (BSBC Parking Lot)
11:30 Library Open After Services (Connections Centre)
12:00 Mandarin Sunday Lunch (Barnabas)
1:00 Mandarin Choir (Barnabas)
NO YOUTH GROUP
Monday, June 2
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
1:30 Right to Life (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
6:30 Social Action Team (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
Tuesday, June 3
10:00 Pastoral Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
11:15 Full Staff (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
12:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Barnabas Centre)
1:30 Quilters for Missions (Quilting Room)
7:00 Fresh Start Young Adults (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
Wednesday, June 4
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:00 Vocal Ensemble Practice (Choir Room, 2nd Floor, CC)
7:00 Mandarin Choir (Barnabas Centre)
8:00 A Time to Pray (Sanctuary)
