NMBC Enews - 2025-12-05

/ New Minas Baptist Church/

"Oh sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous things! His right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him." Psalm 98:1

THANK YOU to all who volunteered to make A Night in Bethlehem: Live Nativity a successful event.  We had over 1200 people come to our presentations, over 200 volunteers, 439 kgs (967 lbs) of food for the food bank was donated, and we raised over $8500 for the food bank as well. To God be the glory! and, again, we are so thankful to everyone who made it a memorable and meaningful time for our guests.

To WATCH the recap of our Live Nativity 2025, please click here.

JOIN us this SUNDAY morning onsite at 9:15 & 11:00 and online at 11:00 as Pastor Daniel shares part two in our Christmas Carols Advent Series entitled, "Joy to the World." 

Advent Spotify Playlist

Women's Bible Study: The Wonder of Advent is CANCELED TONIGHT but will be back next week Thursday, December 11 at 7:00pm in the multipurpose room. Step into the season with fresh awe we journey through The Wonder of Advent—a Lifeway study that traces the Advent themes of hope, joy, peace, and love across Scripture and points us to Christ. Each week offers engaging group discussion and personal reflection to help you slow down and savour Jesus’ coming. Bring a Bible, a friend, and a heart ready to be encouraged.  Please Register online as it confirms you will receive updates and name tags for the study.  Register: https://nmbc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/543/responses/new

OUR SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFERING this year will go towards blessing and supporting ourmissionaries within our church family who are responsible for raising their own support. We will divide up the offering received among our missionary friends like the Callaghans (Camp Soar - Africa Inland Mission), Josy-Anne LeBel (Pioneer Bible Translators), along with Stewart Brown and his work in Cuba (Action International), along with our prayers and gratitude for what they do. You can give using an offering envelope, digitally through Zeffy, or e-transfers, indicating “Other:  Christmas Offering” (www.nmbc.ca/giving).  Thank you!  

BAPTISM is a celebration and affirmation of one's faith in Christ. We are planning for baptisms on Sunday, December 14th. If you’re interested in being baptized contact Pastor Daniel daniel.cormier@nmbc.ca.

Please Note: Information about the three candidates for our Governance Board can be found at the Welcome Centre. A date/time will be announced soon for the nominating committee meeting. 

Advent Taizé Prayer: Join us for a special Advent time of prayer and worship on Friday December 12 at 7pm. The scriptural meditative songs of Taizé are worshipfully sung in acknowledgment of God’s presence within us and around us. In the busyness of December let us quietly approach our God who "is our refuge and strength" (Psalm 46:1). For more info contact Avery Peters: avery.peters@gmail.com

Movie Night (Matinée) Sunday, December 14 at 3:30 pm. Showing: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Bring your family and friends for a heartwarming (and hilariously chaotic) Christmas movie about the Herdman kids and the surprising grace that breaks into a small church’s nativity play. You’ll laugh, you might tear up, and you’ll leave reminded that Jesus came for everyone. Popcorn and refreshments provided.

CHILD DEDICATION is a public commitment made by parents of their intent to raise their children in a Christ-centred home and to do all they can to lead their children to know and believe the gospel. Our church family is a part of this celebration and is asked to commit to supporting parents in their calling. We plan to have a Child Dedication Ceremony on Sunday, December 21. Parents, if you would like more information about dedicating your children, contact Pastor Daniel [daniel.cormier@nmbc.ca] or Pastor Jon [jon.dixon@nmbc.ca].

As we prepare for Christmas we encourage you to take time to creatively reflect through art. If you feel called to share, we are taking submissions for the art corner (painting, sculpture, knitting, sewing, woodwork, poetry, etc.). What you make is not only valuable as it gives you the opportunity to understand the teaching more deeply, but it is a blessing to others who can glean from the fruit of your own work. Please connect with Avery Peters (avery.peters@gmail.com) and she can put together a name and information card to go with the piece you share.

 INVITE FAMILY & FRIENDS as we celebrate CHRISTMAS EVE either in person or online. Two service times at 4:00pm and 6:00pm (Live-stream 4:00pm).  Our nursery will be open to families but not staffed.

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 9:15am service each Sunday. The nursery is unstaffed and available for parents and babies during our 11:00am 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 - Every Wednesday from 630-800pm! The Grove is for all kids in grades 1-5, we meet every Wednesday night from 630-800pm at New Minas Baptist Church! You can also learn more about The Grove online here: https://www.nmbc.ca/grove

A GROVE is "a small orchard or stand of fruit-bearing trees." This is the perfect definition for what our Wednesday night kids' community creates! Children who are in grades 1-5 are invited every week to be a part of THE GROVE. Our goal at New Minas Baptist Church in The Grove is to create a community where kids know that they are loved, where they have friends, where they have lots of fun!, where they are supported, and where the roots of their faith in Jesus grow deep!

Advance Notice: We are excited for March Break Camp on March 17-18, 2026! Kids will experience a fantastic mix of large group celebrations, Bible story telling, exciting games, and more! Mark your calendars, registration will open in early February 2026.

SOLID ROCK YOUTH - We have a dynamic and growing ministry for youth in grades 6-12! There's so much happening this fall at Solid Rock Youth! We meet every Sunday at 1100am and every Wednesday from 630-830pm. 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. Learn more about Solid Rock Youth and see our online calendar here: https://www.nmbc.ca/youth   

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, which is close to Commercial Street on our property.

Solid Rock Youth Wednesdays! All youth in grades 6-12 are invited to come to New Minas Baptist Church every Wednesday night for prayer, games, worship, preaching, small groups, and after hours! Wednesdays are the Best Night of the Week!

ALPHA CLUB Fridays After School until 430pm. Join a conversation on life, faith & purpose! This is a Solid Rock Youth event but we are meeting at a different location. So that it’s as easy as possible for EMS students to come, our location is the Evangeline Middle School cafeteria! We meet as soon as you hear the bell until 430pm. Each week, we’ll have games, snacks, and a video that explores who Jesus is and what Christianity is all about. This space is designed to create community and start conversations. Everyone in grades 6-8 is welcome!

High School Christian Clubs & Alpha! Several of our local schools have Christian communities that meet during the week! Horton High School has Horton Christian Fellowship on Tuesdays at lunch and Horton Prayer Room on Thursdays at recess [Instagram: @horton.cf], and Horton Alpha Club on Fridays at lunch [Instagram: @horton.alpha]. Central Kings High School at CK Christian Fellowship on Thursdays at lunch [Instagram: @centralkings.cf]. For more information about these and other schools contact Pastor Jon at jon.dixon@nmbc.ca or 902-670-3387.

YOUNG ADULTS - We have a growing community of young adults at NMBC! Join us every Monday night at 7:00pm 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!

The New Minas Children’s Centre is looking for some volunteers to share some time and abilities with our children.  Toddlers, preschool and school aged groups of children love to learn new skills! If you have any talents or time to share and play we would love to welcome you. A Child Abuse Registry Check and Vulnerable Sector Check will be needed for anyone wishing to spend time with us in our busy wing of NMBC. If you can kick a soccer ball, have skills with science, create something with your hands, or just wish to spend some floor time building towers, reading stories and investing in relationships please call or email Coral at coral.rafuse@nmbc.ca or 902-681-4236.

HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANNING starts on Saturday, October 18th (8:00 to 9:00pm) at the Gloosecap Arena in Canning. For more information please contact Jeff Spinney (902-542-9333). 

PICKLEBALL on Monday & Tuesday nights at the church (7:00pm).  For more information please contact church office: (902-681-7683) or email: office@nmbc.ca

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.

Canadian Baptist Ministries - Partner In Mission, Andre Sibomana (Regional Team Leader for Africa).  In June, 2025, we sent a team to serve alongside of Andre and CBM. To learn more about Andre's ministry please visit his profile page at www.cbmin.org

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 cry out loudly to God, loudly I plead with God for mercy.”  ‭‭Psalms ‭142‬:‭1‬ ‭MSG‬‬

"Men are invited to join a group that have been praying for over 30 years faithfully every week. We meet on Wednesday morning @ 6:30 for about 45 minutes on Zoom. We have a short devotional and then take our petitions to the Lord. If you are interested in joining us let Al Daigle know and he will send you the link. Email: al_daigle@hotmail.com.

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.

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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!