This Sunday, September 6, we are beginning our Stacked Services Pilot Project. Our Traditional Worship Service will be at 9:30 to 10:30 am. Connection Time will be from 10:30 to 11:15 am. Our Contemporary Worship Service will be from 11:15 am to 12:30 pm. Sunday School will start on September 13 from 10:35 to 11:10 am.

Children’s Ministry Changes

As the structure for worship services change, there will also be changes to Children’s Ministries on Sunday morning. During our new stacked service structure beginning September 6, there will be no childcare or children’s programming during the 9:30 am Traditional Service. Sunday School will be slotted in the Connection Time period from 10:35 am to 11:10 am. A Kids’ Corner with activity packs will be available at the back of the sanctuary, and the nursery will remain open for parents with a livestream screen. Preschool and KidzTown will run during the 11:30 am Contemporary Service, with newborns to 2 years in the nursery and ages 2 to 4 years in the new Farm Room. As we begin testing our updated preschool setup, if you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Nikki.

2. BSBC Brunch: This Sunday!

Join us for a BSBC Family Brunch this Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 10:30 am. As we begin our new stacked service structure on September 6, we’re excited to share this special connection time.

This is a great chance to reconnect with your BSBC family, celebrate the start of a new season, and enjoy a simple spread of croissant sandwiches, yogurt, fruit, and donuts together.

Join us in the gym, between the services, for good food, conversation, and community as we launch into the next chapter in our Sunday rhythm.

3. Labour Day | Monday, September 8 | Church Office Closed

We would like to wish you all a happy Labour Day weekend as we pause on Monday to celebrate and give thanks for the many people who serve our community through their work.

Please note that the church office will be closed on Monday, September 7. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, at 8:30 am, for our regular weekly office hours.

4. Fall Letter From the Pastor’s Office

The Fall Letter from the Pastor’s Office is now available. Hard Copies will be available in the various welcome areas.

Click the following link below:

Fall Letter Document

5. 2026 BSBC Fall Programming

The Fall Programming is now available. Hard Copies will be available in the various welcome areas.

Click the following link below:

2026 Fall Programming

6. Meet Mark Archibald!

Hello, Brunswick Street!

It's great to be home! Thank you for the hospitality and welcome - my family and I are grateful to be received with open arms. I look forward to getting to know everyone connected to Brunswick Street, and look forward to discovering what you most enjoy about being part of this congregation.

I am excited to learn with you and partner with you in ministry in the church, the city and the world. Most importantly I look forward to simply being present with you as we live fully in the presence and love of Christ.

Sincerely,

Mark Archibald

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds”

Hebrews 10:24

7. “Y'all Come” Celebrate Gloria Tranquilla | Today, September 2 | 6:00 pm

A Potluck Supper is being held in the Church Gym today, September 2, 2026, at 6:00 pm, for all church members, all choir members, and all who have been blessed by the ministry of Gloria Tranquilla. Please come!

All Sanctuary Choir members, music ministry, church members and all who have been blessed by her ministry are invited and encouraged to come out and bring your spouses, friends, or significant others along! We are starting our choir season off celebrating Gloria Tranquilla's many years serving the Lord as our choir accompanist/ church pianist and also her leadership in so many other ministries of our church. As Gloria completes her part-time staff position, we want all of our congregation to feel welcome to attend - so bring along your favourite dish, a main, salads, breads, or dessert AND join in the fellowship and thanksgiving for Gloria's ministry.

There will be a program with special music, memory sharing, and presentations.

Sanctuary Choir members will have a brief rehearsal at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, September 2 in the Choir room to prepare for Sunday, September 6.

8. Men’s Encouragement Network Breakfast: September 12

Men of all ages are invited to join us for a Men's Breakfast on Saturday, September 12 at the church. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m., followed by a time of worship and a personal testimony from our guest speaker, Luke Murray. Come enjoy good food, meaningful fellowship, and encouragement as we grow together in faith. We look forward to seeing you there!

9. Sunday School | Begins Sunday, September 13 | 10:35 to 11:10 am

Our Sunday School classes will start back up on September 13 from 10:35 to 11:10 am.

This is an intentional time for all those from pre-kindergarten to 18 years old to grow deeper in their understanding of the Bible. At the same time, we offer Coffee Time in the Gym for adults as part of our Connection Time between services.

10. Ministry Leaders: Reserve Your Fall Meeting Space Today!

Fall is quickly approaching, and our church calendar is filling up fast!

To ensure your ministry or program has the space it needs, please contact the church office as soon as possible to book your meeting room. Early reservations help us coordinate schedules, avoid conflicts, and prepare for a strong start to the season.

By booking early, you can secure your preferred space; help us plan efficiently; and be ready for a successful fall kickoff.

Contact the church office today to reserve your spot! Please email Naomi at naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca. Thank you for helping us prepare for the upcoming ministry season!

The Myles Family are serving in Chiba, Japan with Teach Beyond Canada with a focus on Church Planting. Please keep Reuben, Leah and Theo Myles in your prayers as they settle down.

Please pray for the Myles family as they take up their new mission duties in Japan.

If you would like to receive their newsletter or to provide financial support, please reach out to Reuben Myles at reuben.myles@kingswood.edu.

11. BSBC Missions Partners: Myles on a Mission

12. Volunteering Opportunities

A. Sunday Streets Muffin Ministry: September 20

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 an expression of care and hope in Jesus’ name.

Our Street Ministry team need muffins as soon as September 20 for our Sunday night outreach program. As we prepare for the busy summer months, we aim 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.

Become a Muffin Maker

B. 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 Mike Bech or call the church office at 506-458-8348 to learn more or sign up.

C. Third Sunday Supper: Thank you!

All the months have been filled with volunteers willing to prepare a meal for our Third Sunday Supper guests! If you still wish to volunteer, we are always looking for extra hands at any of our Third Sunday Suppers – simply join us! Thank you to all who have volunteered to help keep this important ministry going. You are appreciated more than you know!

13. NextGen Ministry (Children & Youth)

Children @ BSBC

KidzTown, Nursery & Preschool | Sundays | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Kids! Join us Sunday morning in the worship services. Be sure to sign in before the service starts. At 11:30 am, our KidzTown, Nursery, and Preschool leaders will collect children from the sanctuary, and lead them to their designated program areas. Nursery (0 to 2 years) children will be taken to the nursery room, Preschoolers (2 to 4 years) will follow along to the Farm room, and children from Kindergarten to Grade 5 will be taken to the second floor for KidzTown Ministries during the Contemporary Worship service (11:30 am to 12:30 pm). Our children will enjoy a time of teaching, games, worship, and crafts. For more information, please reach out to Sam Essel at sam.essel@bsbc.nb.ca.

Traditional Service Child Care Information | 9:30 am to 10:30 am

In this pilot program period, there will be no children’s programming during the Traditional Worship service. However, at the rear of the sanctuary, there will kid packs for our elementary kids to use during our service, and the nursery will be open for parents to use with their children. There will be a monitor in the nursery live streaming the service. If you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Nikki.

Little Lambs Play Group | Wednesday | 10:00 am

Little Lambs will be meeting in the church’s nursery every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Parents, caregivers, and little ones are invited to join us for a drop-in play group on Wednesday mornings for a relaxed time of play and connection. Babies and toddlers can enjoy free play while adults build community, slow down, and share life together. Snacks, coffee, and tea are provided.

Whether you’re looking for community, conversation, or introducing your child to community play, we would love to welcome you. Contact Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca for more information.

Sunday School | Begins Sunday, September 13 | 10:35 to 11:10 am

Our Sunday School classes resume on September 13 from 10:35 to 11:10 am. This is an intentional time for all those from pre-kindergarten to 18 years old to grow deeper in their understanding of the Bible. At the same time, we offer coffee and tea in the Gym for adults as part of our Connection Time between services.

Youth @ BSBC

To keep up to date with what’s happen for BSBC’s youth, email Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.cato be included in our weekly parent email!

No Youth Group: Youth Group Resumes September 24

Our final summer youth group has come to pass, and students are now getting ready for the school year to begin. Please pray for our students as they get back into the routine of school. There will be no youth group this week.

Youth Thursdays will resume on Thursday, September 24. All youth from grade 6 to 12 are invited to join us for supper at 5:00 pm, Bible Study at 5:30pm, and then Youth Group at 6:30. Please reach out to Pastor Nikki at nikki@bsbc.nb.ca for more information.

Youth Gatherings Coming Up:

September 3: No Youth Group

September 10: No Youth Group

September 13: Youth Sunday School

September 17: No Youth Group

September 24: Youth Thursdays! First Gathering of the School Year

October 16: FYR (Fredericton Youth Rally)

14. Fresh Start Young Adults | Tuesdays | 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Our Young Adults ministry, Fresh Start, meets on Tuesdays, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. 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.

15. Adult Bible Studies and Prayer Groups

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 current Bible studies and prayer groups that we have on offer:

For more details on these or other programs, please visit our website at www.thestreetonline.ca.

16. This Sunday’s Worship Gathering | Sanctuary | September 6

This Sunday marks the first Sunday of our new Stacked Services pilot project in the Sanctuary. The Traditional Service will start first at 9:30 am, a special BSBC Brunch at 10:30 am, and the Contemporary Service at 11:15 am. In both services, we will be celebrating the Lord’s Table.

The worship team for the Traditional service will be led by David Steeves with special music from the Sanctuary Choir. The worship team for the Contemporary service will be led by Greg Keezer.

Rev. Ross Watters will be preaching in both services. He says: “The story of the early Church is a story of continual transition - God stretching His people beyond what they know, expect and sometimes even feel comfortable with. This week, we look at Acts 10, where the Gospel takes another significant step outward as Peter encounters Cornelius, a Gentile who is seeking God. Through a series of remarkable visions and divine encounters, God makes it clear that His mission is bigger than the boundaries His people had imagined. As Peter declares, “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism” (Acts 10:34). Join us, as we explore 'the expansion of the mission' and explore what happens when God invites us beyond our familiar boundaries. Who might God be calling us to welcome? Where might He already be at work outside the places we expect? And are we willing, like Peter, to allow God to change our understanding of who belongs?”

We look forward to seeing you for a hope-filled Sunday as we worship together. Whether in-person or online, be sure to join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am.

17. Pastoral Care 2026

Your Deacons want to affirm that BSBC is equipped to provide Pastoral Care. We are grateful for the engagement of Rev. Ross, Pastor Mark, Pastor Changbin, and Pastor Nikki. We are blessed to have additional support from Rev. Kevin Culberson, the Baptist Chaplain at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, and Doug McAllister, our Benevolent Coordinator. We are equally blessed to have Cheryl Gibson and Roz Thompson, our Parish Nurses.

Rev. Ross Watters, Lead Pastor

506-282-3443

ross@bsbc.nb.ca

Rev. Mark Archibald, Associate Pastor for Connection and Outreach

506-461-3301

mark@bsbc.nb.ca

Pastor Nikki Kincaid, Next Generation Pastor

506-282-1075

nikki@bsbc.nb.ca

Pastor Changbin Tian, Pastor to the Chinese Congregation

506-897-5885

cbtian@gmail.com

Church Office

506-458-8348

naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca or bsbc@bsbc.nb.ca

Doug McAllister, Benevolent Ministry Coordinator

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

Link to Pastoral Care Article

18. Invitation to the Church Center App

We’re excited to introduce the Church Center App, a new way to stay connected and engaged with our BSBC community. Our hope is that this tool strengthens communication, simplifies involvement, and helps every member feel even more at home in our church family.

What You Can Do in the Church Center App

With the Church Center App in Planning Center, you’ll have quick access to features designed to keep you informed and connected:

Weekly Newsletter – Read the latest updates, announcements, and upcoming opportunities.
Church Directory – Browse contact information for members who have chosen to share their details.
Profile Management – Update your personal information, household details, and privacy settings.
Event Calendar – Explore upcoming events and easily find locations.
Child Check-In – Pre-select your children for check-in before you arrive.
Special Events – Stay informed about major upcoming gatherings and celebrations.
Social Media Hub – Scroll to the bottom of the home page to find links to our YouTube services, Facebook community, and Instagram updates.

As we continue to grow, we look forward to adding even more helpful features. Moving toward the Church Center App also allows us to streamline our behind-the-scenes processes, making everything run more smoothly for everyone.

Getting Started

To download the app, you’ll need access to your Apple ID or Google Account information and password.

If you have any questions or need help getting set up, please reach out to Sam, Janet, or Naomi in the church office—we’re happy to help.

19. Church Center Directory

Hello BSBC Family,

We hope this message finds you well! We want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and patience as we work to improve how we stay connected as a church community.

We’re excited to share that BSBC is now using a new online congregational directory that we hope will be more user-friendly and accessible for everyone. This updated directory will serve as a combined contact list and include our official list of Members – both Resident and Non-Resident – as well as Adherents and Guests.

To join the directory, each family member must contact Naomi in the church office at Naomi.Phillips@bsbc.nb.ca to receive their welcome email and get started. Thank you for hanging in with us as we navigate this shift. We truly appreciate your grace and flexibility as we move toward a more connected future. Blessings from the BSBC Church Office.

Instructions to Join BSBC's Church Center Directory

20. Community Events

Gibson Memorial United Church will be hosting its Annual Community Yard Sale on Saturday, September 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Come browse great finds for every home, enjoy the welcoming atmosphere, and stop by the on‑site café while you’re here. It’s a wonderful community event, and everyone is invited to take part.

21. This Week at BSBC

Wednesday, September 2

8:45 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

9:00 Benevolent Ministries (Meeting Room, 1st Floor, Gym Building)

10:00 Little Lambs Play Group (Nursery, 1st Floor, FLC)

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

1:00 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

6:00 Potluck for Gloria (Gym, Main Kitchen, Gym Building)

7:00 Library Group (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)

Thursday, September 3

7:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Gym)

7:00 Women’s Prayer Breakfast (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)

8:45 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

1:00 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

6:00 Worship Team Practice (Sanctuary)

Friday, September 4

8:45 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

1:00 Dance Fredericton (Gym)

7:00 Mandarin Fellowship (Barnabas Centre)

Saturday, September 5

Sunday, September 6

9:00 Chinese Worship Practice (Barnabas Centre)

9:30 Traditional Service (Sanctuary)

10:00 Tellers (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)

10:30 Connection Time & Church Brunch (Gym)

10:30 Learning English with the Bible (Counselling Room, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)

10:30 Chinese Worship Service (Barnabas Centre)

10:30 Library Open (Connections Centre)

11:15 Contemporary Service (Sanctuary)

11:30 KidzTown (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)

11:30 Preschool (Farm Room, 1st Floor, FLC)

11:30 Nursery (Nursery, 1st Floor, FLC)

12:00 Chinese Sunday Lunch (Barnabas Centre)

6:30 Dance Ministry (Sanctuary)

Monday, September 7

LABOUR DAY – CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED

Tuesday, September 8

10:00 Pastoral Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)

10:00 Quilters for Missions (Quilting Room, 2nd Floor, Connection Centre)

11:00 Full Staff Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)

7:00 Mid-Week Fellowship (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)

7:00 Fresh Start (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

Wednesday, September 9

9:00 Benevolent Ministries (Meeting Room, 1st Floor, Gym Building)

9:00 New Life Ministry Leaders Meeting (Boardroom, 3rd Floor, FLC)

10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)

10:00 Little Lambs Play Group (Nursery, 1st Floor, FLC)

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

6:30 Choir Practice (Choir Room, 2nd Floor, Connection Centre)

7:00 Missions Committee (Under the Sea Room, 1st Floor, FLC)