Did you hear something mentioned in the announcement time on a Sunday and would like to take action? Here are a few buttons to find a few of our frequently mentioned opportunities quickly. For more information, continue scrolling for the full bulletin.
Updated on Friday, August 22, 2025
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We look forward to worshipping together this Sunday at 9 AM or 11 AM. We would love to see you in-person.
Bethesda Kids Church: is available for children ages 3-Grade 6.
Nursery is available for children 0-3 years of age. Check in with our kids team when you arrive. Also visit our Bethesda Kids page for more details!
Translation from English to French, Spanish and Ukrainian is provided weekly. If you’d like know about other translation options, please contact us.
Coffee & Tea will not be available for the month of August, while we complete our kitchen renovations. We encourage you to bring your own. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
We apologize that we are not able to offer our Bethesda Online Experience this Sunday. We hope to see you online next Sunday. If you are unable to join us in person, we invite to you enjoy a past service experience on our Facebook or YouTube.
Please note that there will also be no livestream next Sunday, August 31.
Sunday, August 24th - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM, No Live Stream
MUN Bus transportation for the 11 AM gathering (details)
Bethesda Kids Church - Kindergarten to Grade 6 (dismissed during the service)
Coffee & Tea will not be available for the month of August, while we complete our kitchen renovations. We encourage you to bring your own. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Wednesday, August 27th - Lytehouse Youth, Grades 7-12+ (more info)
Sunday, August 31st - In-Person Worship Gather at 11 AM Only, No Live Stream
MUN Bus transportation for the 11 AM gathering (details)
No Bethesda Kids Church
Mark Your Calendar
Wednesday, September 10th - Conversation Cafe Volunteer Training at 6:30 PM (join us)
Sunday, September 14th - Young Adult Lunch immediately following the 11 AM gathering (sign up)
Wednesday, September 17th - Ladies Bible Study & Prayer at 10 AM
Wednesday, September 17th - Conversation Cafe In-Person at 6:45 PM (learn more)
Thursday, September 25th - Prime Time People (50+) Ministry at 5:30 PM
Sunday, September 28th - Small Group Fall Launch at 6 PM
Sunday, October 5th - Young Adult One Night at 6 PM
Times listed are all NST.
Please note that registration is required for certain events only. Each event will indicate their registration expectations, this is to aid us in planning.
Out of consideration for others, please choose scent free products when attending our in-person gatherings.
To receive more information to your email inbox, please sign up for our weekly email newsletter here.
On Sunday August 31st, we will only have one In-Person Worship Gathering at 11:00 AM. There will be no Bethesda Online and no Bethesda Kids Church (including nursery and preschool classes) on this date as we give our amazing volunteers a well-deserved break before heading into the fall.
Thank you for your understanding! And we look forward to worshipping together at the 11 AM gathering.
Join us October 10-12, 2025 at the Jag Hotel in St. John’s for a weekend of powerful worship, inspiring speakers, and unforgettable moments with friends from across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Imagine Conference is where youth and young adults gather to grow in faith, dream big, and experience God in a fresh way.
Tickets are now available - secure yours today.
Bethesda is pleased to host a Young Adult Dinner for all Post-Secondary & Young Professionals (generally these groups range from 18-30 years of age).
It’s the most delicious day of the year — and you won’t want to miss it! Join us for our YA Lunch on Sunday, September 14th, right after the 11 AM gathering (around 12:30 PM).
Come hungry and ready to enjoy an incredible meal with great people. This is the perfect chance to meet new friends and connect as you head into a new school year!
And why not make it a full morning? Come to the 11 AM gathering, then stay for lunch. We can’t wait to see you there!
Sign up to help us prepare best.
Small Group Fall Launch is happening Sunday, September 28th at 6 PM and everyone is invited!
This gathering is open to the entire congregation and will be the perfect opportunity to hear the vision for our Small Group ministry this year. You’ll learn how groups work, what to expect, and how to find the right group for you.
Whether you’re brand new to church life or have been around for years, this is the best way to get connected and grow in community. Mark your calendar now, and stay tuned - more details will be shared as we get closer to the event!
As summer unfolds and routines shift, we want to stay anchored in what matters most. That’s why we’re inviting our church family to walk together through a shared Summer Prayer Guide — a daily rhythm of prayer that keeps us connected to God and each other.
Whether you're on the go, slowing down, or somewhere in between, this guide is a way to center your days in prayer and unity with your church family. Let’s pray together this summer — from wherever we are — and watch what God will do.
We have also developed a resource titled Simple Tips to an Intentional Prayer Life for you to avail of. This practical aid walks through the practice of prayer in an easy-to-follow way—helping you build consistency, focus your heart, and stay rooted in God’s presence each day.
Get your copy of the Summer Prayer Guide and the Simple Tips to an Intentional Prayer Life by clicking below.
We know that it can be so easy to miss out on attending church because of the inconveniences that arise as a student. In 2016 we realized that many of our students were seeking rides to and from MUN campus each Sunday, so we have been providing a bus to help students attend the 11 AM service ever since.
This is a free transportation service for students/families/individuals who live near or on Memorial Campus.
Click the button below for details about stops and times
There are opportunities in your skill set, and we would love to help you find the right one!
Are you excited about helping students know their worth? Or maybe you’re super tech savvy? Maybe you’re skilled in construction? We want to meet you!
Find an overview of some opportunities here:
Our C4 Bethesda Settlement Office is now open and accepting new clients!
Located at 57A Thorburn Road in St. John’s - we are dedicated to welcoming and supporting newcomers to Canada through various services including:
Initial Settlement Support
Conversational Language Training
Employment Readiness Resources
Parenting in a Canadian Context
& More
Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9:30AM-5:00PM NDT.
For more information or to request an appointment, contact our Settlement Office directly at admin.c4@bethesda.ca or 709-219-2513 or visit our website by clicking below.
Want to improve your conversational English skills? We’re here to help!
We are currently on pause for the remainder of the summer but our online classes will resume on Monday, September 15th, and Thursday, September 18th.
And In-person classes will resume on Wednesday, September 17th at Bethesda (1 Escasoni Place, St. John’s).
We are currently accepting registrations for our fall session.
For more information or to sign up, please click below. Stay connected for future opportunities!
Volunteers are an essential part of Conversation Cafe! We’re so thankful for the incredible people who serve as facilitators (in person and online), provide administrative support, help with security, and so much more.
We’re gathering our Conversation Cafe Volunteer Team on Wednesday, September 10th at 6:30 PM as we prepare for the Fall season.
If you are a current Conversation Cafe volunteer, please make every effort to attend.
If you are interested in becoming a Conversation Cafe volunteer, this is a great opportunity to jump in - we’d love for you to join our team! Sign up below.
The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador will match every dollar donated to the Canadian Red Cross Wildfire Relief - turning $1 into $3.
Please note: To be eligible for government matching, all donations must be received by Sunday, September 7th. Contributions received after this date cannot be included.
Ways to Give:
Online: Select “Wildfire Relief” as your designation
E-Transfer, Card, Cash, or Cheque: Mark “Wildfire Relief” in the memo or on your envelope
Your generosity will support evacuees, recovery efforts, and community resilience in Newfoundland and Labrador. Thank you for giving with urgency and compassion!
The Provincial Women’s Ministries Team is excited to announce their annual Women’s Ministries Conference taking place from September 12th-14th at Emmanuel Convention Centre in Lewisporte. Ministry guests include, worship leaders - Greg and Crystal Patey and speaker - Faith Eury Cho.
For Accommodations at ECC - the draw will take place on July 21st. This means applications must be received by July 18th.
For Regular Registration (not needing accommodations) - the deadline is September 5th. After this date, there will be onsite registration at the conference on the Friday, September 12th.
For more information and to register online, see below. If you would prefer a paper copy of the registration form, please visit our Welcome Desk or contact our church office.
Anchor Academy, a growing Christian school, is expanding to meet the increasing demand for Christ-centered education. To accommodate more students, they’re renovating the new portable classrooms — which are spaces that will also be used outside school hours to support Bethesda’s growing ministry needs!
If you have experience in construction, electrical, flooring, painting—or just a willing heart and a pair of hands—this is a great way to put your faith into action. Volunteer opportunities are available during the day or in the evening, whatever works for your schedule.
Whether you can give a few hours or a full day, your help makes a real difference. If you're interested or want to learn more, email expansion@anchoracademynl.com
Let’s be part of what God is doing in our community!
Bethesda Kids Online is updated weekly on our Bethesda Kids Page with videos, activity sheets, and conversation starters.
Get text updates about opportunities for your child(ren), text: kids to (709) 701-3336.
Bethesda Kids provides a weekly email with opportunities and updates for your children. Click here to sign up.
This is a community-based playgroup for children birth-age 5 and their parents/caregivers happening bi-weekly on Wednesday mornings. You can find our dates, themes, and registration information via the button below.
City Tots is now finished for the summer. Please keep an eye out for our Fall dates.
Students from grades 7-12+ join us for community and discipleship in-person on Fridays (Wednesdays for the months of July & August).
Details will be sent via text and posted on the LYM website.
Subscribe to text updates: Parents text Lytehouse to (709) 701-3336, Students text LYM to (709) 701-3336
Bethesda Young Adults is a growing community of students and young professionals. Bethesda YAs include students & young professionals (roughly those 18-30ish) from all over the world, doing life together in St. John's NL.
Text 'asyouare' to 709 701 3336 for event and opportunity updates!
Our Small Groups are connecting in person and online! This is the ideal time to host a small group with your friends, co-workers, roommates, etc.
If you'd like more information about how this might work, or to start a small group, we would love to help just let us know here or contact our Small Groups director at ralphcann@gmail.com
If you know of someone who would like to work on their conversational english skills, we’re happy to connect with them!
Conversation Cafe takes place Online on Mondays 7-8 PM and In Person on Wednesdays from 6:45-8 PM.
We are on pause for the remainder of the summer but all classes will resume the week of September 15th. We are currently accepting registrations for the Fall session.
For more information or to sign up, click below. Please stay connected for upcoming dates/opportunities.
This ministry serves mature adults who are seeking opportunities for connection. These monthly gatherings (the last Thursday of each month) are themed banquet meals with presentations and entertainment.
The next Prime Time People (50+) Ministry gathering is Thursday, September 25th at 5:30 PM.
Tickets for each gathering go on sale the two Sundays prior in the church foyer.
Please note that some individuals who attend our services and weekly programs have serious sensitivities to scented products.
We kindly ask that you consider choosing un-scented products where possible.
Thank you for your consideration for one another!
Each week we send our subscribers an email about important dates, opportunities and more. We would love to share these with you and help you be informed on what opportunities are available for you and your family.
There are many opportunities to grow deeper in faith at Bethesda. We would love to have a conversation with you about what those are.
Contact us, visit the next steps part of our website, and let's journey together.
The first Sunday of each month we acknowledge our continued effort to support missions at home and abroad, though partnerships with missionaries, churches, and projects through the PAONL.
We are pleased to provide a detailed list of the global workers who are being supported by your generosity here at Bethesda to the Missions Fund. You can find this list and additional information here.
Thank you for worshipping through your giving. We are so thankful for every opportunity to bring hope to our community and impact lives for Christ. Your generosity makes this possible.
We have a variety of options for you to give while being socially distant, but if these are difficult for you, please call our office and we will assist you as best as possible.
If you're wondering why we give, we explain it here.
If you’d like information and an overview on our online giving platform, please take a moment to watch this short video.
You can see all the info about giving options at bethesda.ca/give
Thank you for loving, serving and giving through Bethesda! We trust that God will do great things in 2025!
This is a GREAT time to download and begin using the Church Centre App. When you install the app, you will be prompted to search for a church.
Once you add Bethesda within the app, you will be able to access features such as: Registration for gatherings and events, our small group directory, check-in options, and more. Also, we are excited to be adding other features in the future!
Once you have the app installed, please log in using the same info you would if you've registered for attending church in-person this past year.
Please take a few minutes to ensure your profile and family information are fully updated. For example, add your birthdates, address, etc.* This is especially helpful to our team in contacting and serving you.
*Please note that this information remains private between yourself and the church staff.