On Wednesday, September 2, members of the Sanctuary Choir, music ministry members, church members, and all who have been blessed by Gloria Tranquilla’s ministry at BSBC, had the opportunity to celebrate her retirement. We are grateful for the beautiful music, the sacrifice, service, and love she has put into the church and everyone at BSBC. We wish her well in her retirement and the next chapter in her life.

Don’t worry! Gloria will still provide us with music from time to time!

4. 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 am, 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!

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

Our Sunday School classes start this Sunday, 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.

This year, our Sunday School teachers:

Preschool – Kathie McMath, Jennifer Anderson

Elementary Grades K – 2 – Sheila Ross, Elizabeth Kearns

Elementary Grades 3 – 5 – Alfie Clark, Naomi Robert

Middle School Grades 6 – 8 – Troy Kearns, Matt Moore

High School Grades 9 – 12 – Ron McMullin

6. Francophone Communion: September 13

Francophone families from Fredericton and Oromocto are beginning a new opportunity for worship together: a French‑language communion service open to anyone who speaks French or prefers worship in French.

The first gathering will be held at Oromocto Baptist Church on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 2:00 pm. This time of fellowship, prayer, and communion will be fully in French, offering a welcoming space for Francophone believers to connect and grow spiritually. Francophones within the BSBC community are invited to join in or help spread the word as this new ministry begins.

For more information, contact Anthony Lessard at tonyless6@gmail.com or Charles Millette at charles.globetrotter@gmail.com.

7. Women’s Missionary Society Monthly Meeting: September 14

The Women’s Missionary Society (WMS) will meet on Monday, September 14 at 1:30 pm on the third floor of the Family Life Centre. We’ll share stories of our summer activities and begin planning for the fall season of ministry.

We warmly invite any ladies with a heart for missions to join us as we look ahead to what God has in store.

For more information, please contact Alfie Clark at alfredajclark@gmail.com.

8. 55+ Luncheon: September 15

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the 55+ Luncheon will be held from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm in the BSBC gym!

We will be celebrating the first 55+ Luncheon for the season and look forward to welcoming everyone back! For lunch, we will be enjoying a delicious Cold Plate with potato salad, tuna salad, ham and chicken slices! Dessert will be a rich and creamy Banana Split Fluff. After lunch Keith MacKnight, Photograph Archivist, will be with us from the Provincial Archives of New Brunswick. This promises to be an interesting presentation about our historic New Brunswick!

No need to pre-register, just bring your appetite and come!

The Ritchie Family are serving in Canada with Pathfinders Fellowship Canada with a focus on training church planting worldwide. Please keep Charlie Ritchie, Lydia Le, Ayleen Pham, and Tracy Pham in your prayers.

Their prayer request as they embark on their journey are as follows:

- Praying for inroads into the Vietnamese communities to allow for an investigative Bible Study to happen

To donate to their efforts, please mark your offering “Ritchie Missions”. If you would like to receive updates on the Missions Ministry, please contact Charlie Ritchie at ritchiecharlie@gmail.com.

9. BSBC Missions Partners: The Ritchie Family

10. 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: 2027 Monthly Schedule!

On the Third Sunday of each month, we host a supper for those in need in our community. We are now looking to fill our 2027 monthly calendar with folks willing to prepare a meal for our Third Sunday Supper (TSS) guests. At this time all months are available, and we are anxious to fill the first few months, to get us going. We'd appreciate if you would prayerfully consider helping out with this ministry that the Lord has truly blessed for so many years.

Please contact Judy Thompson, TSS Meal Coordinator, at 506-238-9903 or judypaul1088@gmail.com. If you wish to serve in another way, just come along on the third Sunday of each month at 4:00pm. Thank you and God Bless You!

11. 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 children 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 with the live stream 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 this Sunday, 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 Grade 3 to 8 Music Ministry Registration | Sunday, September 13, After 2nd Service | Choir Room, 2nd Floor, Connection Centre

All young people in Grades 3 to 8 who enjoy singing and serving the Lord with their talents are invited our Youth Music registration meeting. This ministry will focus on learning to sing choral music and may explore other avenues of music such as a Youth Choir or a Handbell Choir. Please bring your parents to the registration meeting on Sunday, September 13 following the Contemporary Service in the choir room.

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!

Middle School Girls Fellowship | Today, September 9 | 6:30 to 8:30 pm

We offer a monthly Middle School Girls gathering where girls meet up for fellowship, snacks, crafts, and talking about Jesus. Our first gathering for the season starts tonight, Wednesday, September 9, on the 3rd Floor of the Family Life Center

High School Girls Fellowship | Wednesday, September 23 | 6:30 to 8:30 pm

We offer a monthly High School Girls gathering. Girls meet up for fellowship, snacks, crafts, and talking about Jesus. The first session will be on Wednesday, September 23, on the 3rd Floor of the Family Life Center.

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 9: Middle School Girls Fellowship

September 10: No Youth Group

September 13: Youth Sunday School

September 17: No Youth Group

September 23: High School Girls Fellowship

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

October 16: FYR (Fredericton Youth Rally)

12. 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. Mark Archibald at mark@bsbc.nb.ca.

13. 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.

14. This Sunday’s Worship Gathering | Sanctuary | September 13

Music for the Traditional Service will be led by the Sanctuary Choir and Chris Graves, soloist. The worship team for the Contemporary service will be led by Julianne Moore.

During the Contemporary Service, our team for Children’s ministries for Nursery will be Pastor Nikki Kincaid and Bonnie Kincaid. Our leaders for Preschool will be Alyse Wilton and Martha Ross. Our leaders for KidzTown will be Aaron MacLaggan and Sam Essel.

Dr. Keith Bodner will be preaching on Acts 11, in both services, with Rev. Mark Archibald.

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 for our Traditional Service at 9:30 am or our Contemporary Service at 11:15 am.

15. New Service Structure

Our Traditional Worship Service will be from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Connection Time will be from 10:30 to 11:15 am. Sunday School will be from 10:35 to 11:10 am. Our Contemporary Worship Service will be from 11:15 am to 12:30 pm.

Children’s Ministry

During our new stacked service structure, 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. KidzTown will run on the second floor. As we begin testing our updated preschool setup, if you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Nikki.

16. Rev. Ross Watters on Vacation

Pastor Ross, Fi, and the girls are now on vacation and will be returning to the church on September 26. While they’re recharging, the church office is here to support you. If you have any pastoral needs, please reach out to the office by telephone at 506-458-8348 or by email at naomi.phillips@bsbc.nb.ca and we’ll be happy to help.

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, Rev. 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. Bereavement

Lydia Kaine

The family of the late Lydia Kaine wishes to share the peaceful passing of our dear aunt and family member, which occurred in Calgary, Alberta, in November 2025.

Lydia held a lifelong and deeply cherished connection to Fredericton, and particularly to her church family at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. Throughout her life, her faith and dedication were reflected in her active participation in church committees, the Ladies Auxiliary, and missionary groups.

Family, friends, and her dear community at Brunswick Street Baptist are warmly invited to join us for a graveside service to honour her memory and celebrate her life on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Fredericton Rural Cemetery Extension. The service will be under the direction of Rev. Greg Geldart.

Personal condolences may be offered through McAdam's Funeral Home below.

Lydia Kaine Obituary

21. 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.

22. This Week at BSBC

Wednesday, September 9

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

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)

6:30 Fredericton Outdoor Enthusiasts (Boardroom, 2nd Floor, Gym Building)

6:30 Middle School Girls Fellowship (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

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

Thursday, September 10

7:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Gym)

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

9:30 New Life Ministry (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

1:30 Adult Bible Study (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

6:00 GriefShare (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)

6:00 Worship Team Practice (Sanctuary)

Friday, September 11

10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

6:00 Prep for Men’s Encouragement Breakfast (Main Kitchen, Gym Building, Gym)

7:00 Chinese Fellowship (Barnabas Centre)

Saturday, September 12

6:00 Preparation for Men’s Breakfast (Main Kitchen, Gym, Sanctuary)

8:30 Men’s Encouragement Breakfast (Main Kitchen, Gym, Sanctuary)

Sunday, September 13

9:00 Chinese Worship Practice (Barnabas Centre)

9:00 Worship Team Practice (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

9:30 Traditional Service (Sanctuary)

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

10:30 Connection Time (Gym)

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

10:30 Together in Prayer (Family Room, 1st Floor, FLC)

10:35 Sunday School (1st Floor, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, FLC)

10:45 Chinese Worship Service (Barnabas 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)

12:30 Library Open (Connections Centre)

12:30 Youth Grades 3 to 8 Music Registration (Choir Room, 2nd Floor, Connection Centre)

6:30 Dance Ministry (Sanctuary)

Monday, September 14

10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

1:30 WMS Monthly Meeting (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

6:30 Education Committee (Assembly Area, 3rd Floor, FLC)

Tuesday, September 15

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)

12:00 55+ Luncheon (Gym, Main Kitchen, Gym Building)

12:00 Chinese Prayer Meeting (Barnabas Centre)

5:00 MCAF Cooking Class (Main Kitchen, Gym Building)

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

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

Wednesday, September 16

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

10:00 Ladies Exercise (Gym)

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

12:00 Men’s Basketball (Gym)

6:00 Hands-In Girls Ministry (KidzTown, 2nd Floor, FLC)

7:00 Chinese Choir Practice (Barnabas Centre)