NMBC Enews - 2025-08-15

/ New Minas Baptist Church/

“Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

JOIN us this SUNDAY as we continue our summer series, "Living the One Anothers," onsite & online at 10:00AM. Pastor Al will share Part 8 in the series entitled: "Welcome One Another" Romans 15:7.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK-IN THIS SUNDAY! We recommend leaving the notification setting on for our App so you will receive a reminder for Sunday check-ins. We will do our best not to overload you with notifications. Please ignore any barcodes about check-in stations as we are working to eliminate that confusion. Thank you for all your participation in tracking attendance. It helps us to serve you better. 

CHECK-IN to WIN! If you're part of our Name Tag List, you can use our Mobile App to Check-In and be entered to win!  Each Sunday for the next few weeks, we'll randomly draw a name from those who Check-In through the app that morning.  Prizes will be a gift card to either Starbucks or Dairy Queen. 

Important:

  1. You must be signed into your profile in the Mobile App to use the Check-In feature.

  2. You also need to be part of the printed Name Tag List group.

  3. If you haven’t completed your profile yet or don’t see yourself on the printed Name Tag group, please connect with Pastor Al and he’ll help get you set up. 


DOWNLOAD the NMBC MOBILE APP - Download our mobile Apple App Store or at Google Play Store.  

Note: Our app is provided by a company called Pushpay so don't be alarmed when you receive verification email from them. Also, don't hesitate to contact Pastor Al with any questions you may have. 

END OF SUMMER BEACH DAY! Some from our NMBC church family are heading to Rissers Beach on Saturday, August 23. No set times, no program or plans; come when you can, bring food and stay as long as you want. It'll be an excellent opportunity to enjoy God's amazing creation as a church family and get to meet new people! Contact Pastor Al (al.kirkbride@nmbc.ca) or Pastor Jon (jon.dixon@nmbc.ca) for more info.  (Rain Date: Saturday, August 30). Typically, we gather to the left of the stairs, facing the water. Here is information and directions for Rissers Beach: https://parks.novascotia.ca/park/rissers-beach.

Women’s Bible Study – Christine Caine’s 20/20: Have you ever wondered how God sees you—and how that changes the way you see the world? This fall, join us for Christine Caine’s inspiring Bible study 20/20, where we’ll discover together how to see ourselves, others, and God’s purpose for our lives with fresh clarity. Through powerful teaching, real-life stories, and engaging group discussion, 20/20 will encourage and challenge you to live out your faith with confidence.  We’ll begin mid-September and meet weekly to watch the video sessions and share what God is teaching us. Workbook Cost: $25 per person.  Come ready to grow in your faith, connect with other women, and be encouraged to see your life through God’s eyes.  Register for the Study here: https://nmbc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/509/responses/new

Join us for the 3rd Annual Men's Road Trip Retreat at Malagash Bible Camp from Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28. Men of all ages are invited to escape the routine of daily life and immerse themselves in a weekend of fellowship, reflection, and rejuvenation.  This retreat is more than just a getaway—it's an opportunity to connect with other men, strengthen your relationship with God, and enjoy the beauty of creation. Whether you're returning for the second year or joining us for the first time, you're in for a memorable experience.  Registration open, cost is $180 per person.  NOTE: You can save $30 off the registration fee, if you decide to tent or trailer (without power access). Save $18 off registration fee, tenting or trailer (with power access).  
REGISTER TODAY by clicking on this link:https://nmbc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/508/responses/new

This fall, join our Homeschool Collective at NMBC. Contact Avery Peters for more details. avery.peters@gmail.com.

SUNDAY MORNINGS for KIDS! We are excited to offer engaging ministries for kids every Sunday morning!

  • Our NURSERY [age 0-2] is available for parents and babies during our 10:00am service.

  • Our SPROUTS [age 2-5] and THE ORCHARD [grades P-5] programs are available during our Sunday morning service. All children ages 2 - grade 5 begin in the main worship service with their families during the service and are dismissed from the service to NMBC Kids where they are registered in the cafe.  

For more information about these and other events or programs for kids, please visit our kids' registration desk on Sundays in the cafe. Questions? Contact Pastor Jon Dixon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

SOLID ROCK YOUTH - We have a dynamic and growing ministry for youth in grades 6-12! Questions? Contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

We have Youth events all summer long! Join us every Wednesday night from 630-830pm. Some weeks we are at the church, other weeks we meet at homes with campfire pits and pools! Wondering what we are doing this week? Contact our summer student, Caleb Dixon at caleb@dixonfamily.ca

Special Events!

  • September 10 // Pre-Launch Concert of Prayer

  • September 17 // Fall Kick-Off Party!

  • October 24-25 // Challenge! Learn more at www.nmbc.ca/challenge

NMBC YOUNG ADULTS - We have a growing community of young adults at NMBC! We'd love to have you join us! 

  • We have YA events all summer long! Join us every Monday night at 7pm. One week will be small groups at NMBC and one week will be an adventure! Contact Pastor Jon for details.

  • Need a Ride to Church? If you're a student at Acadia or NSCC and you need a ride to church, reach out and we'll get you here!

  • For details about YA events, contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

CANADIAN BAPTIST MINISTRIES - UKRAINE (CBM is our international partner in missions and outreach). CBM's emergency appeal for the crisis in Ukraine continues to provide aid to refugees and internally displaced persons through CBM's existing partnership with the European Baptist Federation (EFB) and through Eastern European local church partners. Click on the link below to read the updates about the work currently inside and outside of Ukraine. Ukraine Emergency Relief – CBM | Embracing a broken world through word and deed (cbmin.org)

NMBC Prayer

PRAYER REQUESTS: The prayer team would be honoured to pray for you! Please send your prayer requests to Pastor Daniel daniel.cormier@nmbc.ca.

NMBC PRAYER LOG: The NMBC Prayer Log is available weekly by email. It contains prayer requests from our church family and their loved ones, the CBM PrayerLine, and the CBAC Prayer Link. This weekly publication is available by subscribing at office@nmbc.ca.

WEEKLY PRAYER VERSE: “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer.” Acts of the Apostles 2:42 NLT

NMBC Giving

NMBC ONLINE GIVING - Zeffy is a 100% free fundraising platform that even covers all credit card fees. That means when you give online at www.nmbc.ca/giving, 100% of your donations go directly to the ministries of NMBC. If you have any questions, please contact the office [902-681-7683 or office@nmbc.ca].

Faithful giving is a biblical way that Christians participate in the work of Jesus through the local church. Weekly financial updates are available finance@nmbc.ca. Learn more about giving at NMBC.

GIVING OPTIONS:

  • e-Transfer is now available by emailing finance@nmbc.ca (Charges may apply depending on your financial institution. A security question or password will not be required). For more information email finance@nmbc.ca

  • You can give securely with Zeffy now simply by clicking the Zeffy logo above.

  • You can give through automatic withdrawal from your bank account.

  • You can give by MAIL: 9453 Commercial St., New Minas, NS, B4N 3G3

FUNDY FOOD BANK - Thank you for your continued partnership with the food bank as they serve over 100 families each week! Items needed on a regular basis include: egg cartons, pasta, pasta sauce, canned meats, canned baked beans, canned fruit, apple juice, sugar, cereal, canned vegetables and school lunch items. Please also consider a monetary donation to assist this vital area ministry. Your food and monetary donations can be dropped off at our church office, Mon-Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm, or at the Connections Centre in the lobby on Sunday mornings. For more details on how you can assist the Food Bank, please visit their website.

THE NEW MINAS SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB "Little Pantries Project" is located in our NMBC front garden. Please consider dropping off dry good food staples and placing them in the box. PLEASE do not place perishable and/or liquid items in the pantry during the colder months. Folks in our neighbourhood who are in need appreciate your generosity. Thanks for your support! It really is the little things that we all do that make our community stronger.

NMBC Communication & Social Media

NMBC Facebook Groups - We have many different Facebook groups that help various groups from our church stay up to date. Click the links and ask to join the groups that apply to you so that you don’t miss any info!