NMBC Enews - 2025-09-05

/ New Minas Baptist Church/

“Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own.” Philippians ‭3:‭12 ‭

JOIN us this SUNDAY morning onsite at 9:15 & 11:00 and online at 11:00 as Pastor Daniel shares a message entitled, "Living On Mission" Acts 20:17-38.

Two Sunday services resume this Sunday, September 7th 9:15am / 11:00am with the Café time in between.

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.
Important:

  1. You must be signed in to 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. 

Sunday morning Elective - The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson, starting September 14 during the First Service.  Calling all who have a fatherly role to join this 6-Week study on how to become an Intentional Father.  If you are interested in joining the group please connect with Pastor Al or Aaron Maskens

To purchase a copy of the book from Amazon CLICK HERE, or contact Pastor Al.

Sunday morning Elective - The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson, starting September 14 during the First Service.  Calling all who have a fatherly role to join this 6-Week study on how to become an Intentional Father.  If you are interested in joining the group please connect with Pastor Al.

New Elective - Casket Empty for Young Adults and Adults, starting September 14 during the first service. Building on the strength of our high school & early young adult elective, brand new this year, this new group will follow a revised version of "Casket Empty" - a journey through the whole Bible, essential theology, and apologetics.

Casket Empty is an acronym that helps you learn the entire Bible. CASKET represents six periods in the Old Testament: Creation, Abraham, Sinai, Kings, Exile, and Temple. EMPTY represents five periods in the New Testament: Expectations, Messiah, Pentecost, Teachings, and Yet-to-come. CASKET EMPTY points to the death and resurrection of Jesus as the center of God’s plan of redemption. This group will meet in the external building. Questions? Contact Pastor Al [al.kirkbride@nmbc.ca] or Pastor Jon [jon.dixon@nmbc.ca].

TAIZÉ: Please join us for a time of prayer and worship Sunday September 21 from 6:30-7:30pm. The simple meditative songs of Taizé are repeated and call us into God’s presence within us and around us. This is prayer for all ages. For more info contact Avery Peters(avery.peters@gmail.com).

Women's Small Group Study: The Gospel of John (part 2: Chapters 12-21).  Jesus draws His disciples aside to prepare them for what is to come. In chapters 12-21, learn about His death, burial, and resurrection, and their significance to your salvation.  Join other ladies in the home of Jacinthe Maskens on Tuesday nights at 7 pm, starting Tuesday, September 23.  For more information: ajmaskens@gmail.com

Join us for COMMON ROOM on Tuesday September 23 from 6-9pm. We will start with fellowship and eating together (please remember to bring a packed dinner). Beverages and snacks will be provided by the host. Bring your bible, painting, your knitting, your journal, your writing project, a book you are studying, or anything that can be done quietly in a common space. This is not an event. It is an opportunity to set aside significant time to study or create, in the company of like-minded souls doing the same.

Schedule: 
6pm: Dinner together (bring your own) 
6:45pm: Prayer for our work 
7pm - 9pm: Quiet time for work and study 
9pm: Evening Prayer to transition us back
Questions? Contact Avery Peters: avery.peters@gmail.com

Women’s Bible Study, starting Thursday, Sept 25 at 7pm in the multipurpose room– 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 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

Join us at New Minas Baptist Church on Tuesday September 9 at 12pm for an information gathering for the Homeschool Collective. Please bring your own packed lunch for yourself and your kids. We will meet behind the church in the park for a picnic lunch and then move inside the church if it rains. 

We would love to get a sense of how to support each other in the homeschooling journey and to create a community. The church has a beautiful classroom space that we can use and we would love to continue the successful format of homeschool involvement started through Harvest Christian Academy where homeschoolers would join in from 12-3pm for lunch as a group, study of a particular subject, and also play in the park and forest behind the church. 

The vision is that we will form a few groups of 3-4 families to study selected subjects (like science) together and use the classroom at the back of the church. Each group will have the opportunity to book the classroom for a regular time per week. Then once per month all of the families will gather for presentation Fridays and can also have chapel together. The idea is to start small and informally and each group will be self directed. One other important note is that all parents will have to ensure their criminal record checks and child abuse register are up to date as that is a requirement of using the church space when supervising each others’ children. Please contact Avery Peters for more details: avery.peters@gmail.com.

Men's Basketball at NSCC Kingstec Campus, Fridays 5:45pm to 7:45pm.  Open to guys who are looking for some exercise and fellowship.  We have a word of prayer, and lots of running up and down the courts.  Come for a great time of pickup games of basketball.  Indoor sneakers only, and bring your own water bottle.  For more infomation connect with Taylor Doucette or Pascal Lahoud.

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

Our NURSERY [ages 0-2] is available and staffed with caring volunteers during our 915am service each Sunday. The nursery is unstaffed and available for parents and babies during our 1100am service.

Our SPROUTS [ages 2-5] program is available during our Sunday morning services each week. All children begin in the main worship service with their families, and a few minutes into the service are dismissed to NMBC Kids, where their parents register them in the cafe.  

The ORCHARD [grades P-5] programs are available during our Sunday morning services each week. All children begin in the main worship service with their families, and a few minutes into the service are dismissed to NMBC Kids, where their parents register them in the cafe.  

THE GROVE - We are returning for the fall, starting on Wednesday, September 17 at 630-800pm! For more information about The Grove and other events or programs for kids, please visit our kids' registration desk on Sundays in the cafe or contact Pastor Jon Dixon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387. You can also learn more about The Grove online here: https://www.nmbc.ca/grove

SOLID ROCK YOUTH - We have a dynamic and growing ministry for youth in grades 6-12! We are excited for the fall to begin! There's so much happening this fall at Solid Rock Youth! We meet every Sunday at 1100am starting Sept 7 and every Wednesday from 630-830pm starting September 10. For all the details every week, follow us online on Instagram or Facebook or contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

Middle School on Sunday Mornings! Every Sunday morning during the 11am service, we have a Bible Study group for Middle School [grade 6-8] students. This group follows a three-year rhythm studying books of the Bible, theology, and apologetics! This group meets each week in the Conference Room, at the end of the hallway behind the sanctuary.

High School on Sunday Mornings! Every Sunday morning, during the 11am service, we have a Bible  Study group for High School and Early Young Adults. Brand new this year, the group will follow a revised version of Casket Empty - a journey through the whole Bible, essential theology and apologetics, over four years. This group meets each week in the top level of the external building, close to the road.

Pre-Launch Concert of Prayer - Wednesday, September 10, 630-830p at New Minas Baptist Church. 630-830pm at New Minas Baptist Church. This is a pre-launch event for Solid Rock Youth for 2025-26. Before we begin the year, we want to get our prayer posture right... This night is focused on acoustic worship, prayer, and preparing our hearts and minds for what God has in store for us this year. Everyone in grades 6-12 is invited.

Solid Rock Youth Fall Kickoff Party - Wednesday, September 17. Celebrate what God has done in the summer, and celebrate what he will do this year! We are excited for community, celebrations, and more! Join us at New Minas Baptist Church from 630-830pm. After Hours at McDonald's from 9-10pm. This week we'll have a special Grade 6 Party from 615-700pm!

YOUNG ADULTS - We have a growing community of young adults at NMBC! Join us every Monday night at 7pm for Small Groups and more! For details about YA events, follow us on instagram or contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

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!

Upcoming Event: Fall Kickoff Party on Monday September 8 at 700pm at New Minas Baptist Church! 

We want to expand our ministry teams in Next Generations Ministry! There are lots of opportunities to serve in different ministries, and every one of them makes a Kingdom impact in the lives of kids & youth! For more info on how you can serve God in Next Generations ministries, contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

Current Opportunities to Serve:

  • Nursery [age 0-2] (either Sunday service, once every 4 weeks)

  • Sprouts [age 2-5] (either Sunday service, once every 4 weeks)

  • The Orchard [grade P-5] (especially as small group leaders during the second Sunday service)

  • The Grove [grade 1-5] (our midweek kids program,.. which is a great opportunity to share faith with kids from the community!)

  • Hosts / Security (this is a new team this fall for Sunday and Wednesday to help keep everyone safe and secure)

  • Registration (Sundays during both services, or on Wednesday for both Grove and Solid Rock Youth)

[Note: All volunteers are required to be screened as per our Abuse Prevention Policy.]

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: “I am praying not only for these disciples, but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message.” John‬ ‭17‬:‭20‬ ‭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 an average of 75 clients each week, which represents about 200 people.    Some items that are needed on a regular basis include:  Egg cartons, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, kraft dinner, juice, canned beans, canned vegetables and canned soup.    Monetary donations are also helpful to assist in this vital 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!