The Newsletter
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Submissions for our weekly newsletter should be sent to
sam.essel@bsbc.nb.ca
The deadline for inclusion in Wednesday’s edition is 11:00 am the Monday prior.
In this issue:
Check out what’s happening the week of July 23 to 30, 2025!
1. Meet our New Administrative and Social Media Assistant: Sam Essel
2. Farewell & Best Wishes to Ellie Beaton
3. Farewell & Best Wishes to Adam Savard
4. Combined Service: August 3
5. Security Shift Coverage
6. New Brunswick Christian Ashram: August 7-10
7. Muffin Ministry: August 24
8. NextGen Ministry (Children/Youth)
9. Fresh Start Young Adults: Tuesdays
10. Security Volunteers Needed
11. A Time to Pray: Finished for the Summer
12. Adult Bible Studies
13. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: July 27
14. Pastoral Care
15. Financial Report
16. Community Events
17. This Week @ BSBC
1. Meet our New Administrative and Social Media Assistant: Sam Essel
We are excited to share that Sam Essel, who continues to serve as our Children’s Ministry Co-ordinator, is also stepping into the new role of Administration and Social Media Assistant.
Please send all newsletter additions to Sam.Essel@bsbc.nb.ca by 11:00 am the Monday prior.
2. Farewell & Best Wishes to Ellie Beaton
As we prepare to say goodbye to Ellie Beaton, our wonderful Administrative and Social Media Assistant, we want to express our deepest gratitude for her time and service at BSBC over the past year. Ellie’s creativity, organization, and heart for ministry have made a lasting impact, and she will be deeply missed.
Ellie’s last day with us will be August 1st, as she moves to Toronto to further her education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.
Please join us in praying for Ellie as she embarks on this exciting new chapter—may God continue to guide and bless her every step of the way!
Please send all future newsletter additions to Sam.Essel@bsbc.nb.ca by 11:00 am the Monday prior.
3. Farewell & Best Wishes to Adam Savard
Story to get here:
Hey, I am Adam, I’ve been attending Brunswick Street since shortly after I was born; with my Mom and Dad, Althea and Daniel Savard and my sister Jessica. BSBC has been my home and family for all my 32 years, from attending youth group to going on mission trips, to leading and serving in multiple ways, this church has been a real source of joy and security in my life and I am thankful to both God and all the people who have helped make that the case!
What I am going to do:
When I was 16, in a time of prayer, God spoke to me about going into ministry in the future and ever since, I have known there was a call on my life to go into ministry. Being completely honest, I have spent many years wrestling with the call, but this year I finally took the step to apply to Acadia Divinity College. I'm grateful to have been accepted into the program and will begin my MDiv studies this fall. I'll be moving to Wolfville on July 31st to get started.
In all that is to come, I would like to request prayer and support in the following areas:
• That the move would go smoothly (I’m taking my cat with me!)
• That I would do well academically
• That I find a community as supportive as BSBC
• That my finances would be provided for
• That I would be protected from the Enemy by keeping to the Faith and the full armor of God (this is especially important to me!)
I want to thank BSBC for all the support, love and care that has been shown over the years. It means more than you know to get the odd message from friends, to see the smiles on your faces on Sunday morning, and it has been an absolute privilege and joy to watch your youth grow up into fine, upstanding, young adults.
Thanks, and every blessing,
Adam Savard
We will have a commissioning prayer time for Adam in both services this Sunday morning.
4. Combined Service: August 3
On August 3, we will be hosting a Combined Worship Service. On the Sunday of the New Brunswick Day long weekend, both of our contemporary and traditional congregations will be joining voices to worship the risen Lord with traditional worship music. We invite you to join us in the sanctuary as we celebrate the Lord’s table. The service will start at 10:30 am. We hope to see you there!
5. Security Shift Coverage
Hi everyone,
We’re so grateful for the time and care you give to keeping our church a safe and welcoming place. Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed—thank you!
We’ve had a few instances where scheduled security shifts were missed or last-minute coverage had to be arranged. We completely understand that life happens and schedules can change unexpectedly.
If you know you won’t be able to make your shift, we kindly ask that you try to find a replacement and let Dan Lutes (cylutes@nbnet.nb.ca) or Dwight Colwell (colwelldwight@gmail.com) know as soon as possible.
If you're unable to arrange coverage on your own, please reach out to Dan or Dwight a few days ahead of time so they can help find someone to fill in.
Thanks again for your continued support—it plays such an important role in making our church a safe and caring environment for all.
Thank you,
Dan Lutes, Board of Management and Dwight Colwell, Security Team
6. New Brunswick Christian Ashram: August 7-10
For more information, please contact Don & Pat Burdon at (506) 471-6051 or Doug & Doris Ashfield at (506) 472-7519.
7. Muffin Ministry: Aug 24
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. Your sweet generosity is more than just baked goods; it’s a tangible expression of care and hope in Jesus’ name.
Our Street Ministry team need muffins as soon as Aug 24 for our Sunday night outreach program. As we prepare for the busy summer months, we’re now aiming to have 4 dozen muffins each week to ensure we’re well-stocked and ready to bless those we serve. 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.
8. NextGen Ministry (Children & Youth)
Children @ BSBC
KidzTown – Sundays, 10:45 to 11:30 am
Join us Sunday morning during the church service (10:45 – 11:30 am) for KidzTown. Kids kindergarten to grade 5, will enjoy a time of teaching, games, worship, and crafts. For more information reach out to Sam Essel at sam.essel@bsbc.nb.ca.
Children’s Summer Craft Afternoons @ BSBC – Tuesday, July 29 & August 12, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Calling all children in Kindergarten to grade 5! You are invited to join Elaine Tian and Pastor Nikki for a fun afternoon of crafting! On Tuesday, July 29 and August 12, we will be painting flowerpots and you will get to take home your own potted plant. All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity! Youth are also welcome to volunteer and lend a helping hand. Plus, they’ll get to paint a pot too! For more information, contact Elaine at elaine08042@gmail.com.
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.
Summer Youth Group: Water Games @ BSBC – Thursday, July 24, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
On Thursday, July 24, youth are invited to join us at BSBC for water games at 6:30 pm! We will be playing them in the parking lot of BSBC, come dressed to get soaked, bring a towel and change of clothes. All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!
Summer Youth Group: Board Games @ BSBC – Wednesday, July 30, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Next Wednesday, July 30, youth are invited to join us at BSBC for Board games at 6:30 pm! We will be playing them on the 3rd Floor of BSBC. All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!
No Summer Youth Group: July 31
There will not be youth group Thursday July 31. Please join us on Wednesday July 30 for boardgames.
Special Family Youth Tubing Event: Sunday, August 10, 1:30 pm
Calling youth families! On Sunday August 10, you are invited to join us for a tubing event. We will be tubing down the Nashwaak River at 1:30 pm, registration is required. The cost for the tubing is $20 per person, and life jackets will be provided by the rental place, however, feel free to bring your own life jackets. Everyone will be required to wear a life jacket. We will meet at the Drifters Tubing parking lot (311 Route 628, Manzer Road) for 1:30 pm. Waiver forms will need to be filled out for each person as well.
Youth Gatherings Coming Up:
July 24: Summer Youth Group: Water Games (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
July 30: Summer Youth Group: Boardgame Night (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
July 31: No Summer Youth Group
August 7: Summer Youth Group: Ultimate Frisbee (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
August 10: Summer Youth Group: Family Tubing Event (1:45 pm)
9. 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.
10. Security Volunteers Needed
We’re seeking dedicated volunteers to help keep our church safe and welcoming on weekday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Your presence makes a real difference — creating a warm, secure space where everyone feels at home. If you’re ready to step up and be part of this vital ministry, reach out to Dan Lutes or call the church office at 506-458-8348 to learn more or sign up.
11. A Time to Pray: Finished for the Summer
"A Time to Pray," which was held Wednesday evenings has finished for the summer.
Thank you to Debbie Kierstead for hosting and to everyone who joined in this meaningful time of prayer and fellowship. Your presence has been a blessing to this ministry.
12. 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:
13. This Sunday’s Worship Gatherings: July 27
In the Sanctuary, the worship team will be led by David Steeves and Gloria Tranquilla. In the Gym, worship will be led by Jon Wilton.
Dr. Keith Bodner will be preaching in the gym. Of his sermon titled Judges 7: “Big Reveal”, he says, “Our short summer series in the book of Judges is poised to continue this week, after an eventful start in chapter 6. As we noted, Judges is located in the time period of Judges after Moses and Joshua, when there are no commanding leaders, and less national accountability. A pattern is evident from the earliest moments of the story, whereby the people abandon God, and a host of problems ensue. A key challenge in the book is the struggle between faithfulness to their covenant relationship with God and being enticed by the world around them. Our main character in this section of Judges is Gideon, who is chosen for an important task despite doubts, questions and a habit of asking for signs: and as we will see, there is a shocking “reveal” about the family of Gideon. This week we continue to probe the life and motives of this character, and we will note some compelling similarities in our discipleship challenges as we seek to be faithful stewards of grace in our nation today.”
Rev. Ross Watters will be preaching in the sanctuary. Of his sermon he says, “Jesus came so that we may have life and have it in abundance! What are the signs of life we should be looking to find in both our personal faith life and church community to know that we are indeed alive spiritually? Join us this Sunday, in the Gym and beyond to start exploring these ‘Signs of Life’ together, starting in John 10: 1 – 21.”
Whether in-person or online, be sure to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am.
14. Pastoral Care
Your Deacons want to affirm that BSBC is equipped to provide Pastoral Care. We are grateful for our pastors, Rev. Ross and Pastor Nikki, and we are blessed to have additional support from Doug McAllister, our Summer Sanctuary Ministry Coordinator, Benevolent Coordinator and Senior’s Visitation Pastor and Rev. Kevin Culberson, the Baptist Chaplin at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital.
Here are some suggested approaches:
15. 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.
16. Community Events
Impact Day: July 26
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 245 Collishaw Street, Moncton, NB
Come celebrate all that God has done during our Impact Week at Inspire.FM's Impact Day! It’ll be a full day of fun, music, food, and fellowship for the whole family.
Live Performances:
11:00 AM & 12:00 PM – Greater Still performing LIVE on air
1:30 PM & 2:30 PM – Matt LeFait performing LIVE on air
Open House & Tours:
Enjoy guided tours of the station throughout the day!
Noon Hour Concert – Christ Church Parish Church: July 30
Olivia Spahn-Vieira, mezzo-soprano and Heather Fyffe, piano present a program celebrating art songs, opera, and musical theatre, with works by de Falla, Hill Duncan, Weill, and more. All are welcome to attend this concert at Christ Church Parish Church (245 Westmorland St) from 12:10-12:50pm. Free admission but freewill donations are gratefully accepted.
Summer Camps at Grace Memorial Baptist Church
17. This Week at BSBC
Wednesday, July 23
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
Thursday, July 24
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 (Meeting Room, 1st Floor, Gym Building)
6:30 Summer Youth Group: Water Games
Friday, July 25
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
5:00 Gym Band Set-Up (Gym)
7:00 Mandarin Fellowship (Barnabas Centre)
7:00 Worship Team Practice (Gym)
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 27
8:00 Mandarin Prayer Meeting (Barnabas)
9:00 Asian Sunday School (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)
9:00 Mandarin Worship Practice (Barnabas)
9:30 Together in Prayer (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)
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)
Monday, July 28
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:30 Board of Deacons (Family Room, 1st Floor, FL)
Tuesday, July 29
10:00 Pastoral Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)
1:30 Quilter’s For Missions (McMulkin House)
6:30 Social Action Team (Watters Residence)
7:00 Bible Study – Chinese Ministry (Barnabas Center)
7:00 Fresh Start Young Adult Group (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
Wednesday, July 30
12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)
6:30 Summer Youth Group Board Games (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)
