sunday Worship gathering

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.

BETHESDA ONLINE

Join us online this Sunday at 11 AM (NST) for a live streamed experience of our in-person gathering. Connect with others and worship with us via Facebook, YouTube, or on our website.

OFFERAMA 2025

This is the last Sunday of Offerama month!

Offerama is a Province-Wide initiative, in the month of May, of generosity for special projects connected to sharing the love of Christ and supporting the needs of various societies and people groups. 

We hope you take time to view the designations for 2025 and consider how you might support them.

Bethesda has set a church goal of $10,000 that will aid in supporting the provincial goal of $350,000. To give, please note ‘Offerama’ on your contribution.

VBS

We’re so excited for this year’s Live It Out VBS! Registrations for Preschool VBS, Elementary VBS and Family Experience are now OPEN!

Imagine a week where kids not only hear about Jesus’ love but also learn to express that love through their actions - praying, loving, serving, forgiving and showing simple acts of kindness!

Join us for VBS 2025 as we learn to live it out and show others that our actions truly do speak louder than words!

To register and for all the details, click below.

Events and Opportunities

• Sunday, May 25th - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM or Online at 11 AM

  • MUN Bus transportation for the 11 AM gathering (details)

  • Bethesda Kids Church - Kindergarten to Grade 6 (dismissed during the service)

• Monday, May 26th - RBC Financial Advice Workshop: Home Buying Checklist for Newcomers at 4 PM (sign up)

• Monday, May 26th - Plan to Protect Volunteer Training Refresher for Current and Youth Aged (12-17) Volunteers at 7 PM (sign up)

• Monday, May 26th - Plan to Protect Volunteer Training Orientation for New Volunteers at 7:30 PM (sign up)

• Monday, May 26th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (learn more)

• Wednesday, May 28th - Ladies Bible Study & Prayer at 10 AM

• Wednesday, May 28th - Conversation Cafe In-Person at 6:45 PM (learn more)

• Thursday, May 29th - Prime Time People (50+) at 5:30 PM

• Thursday, May 29th - Conversation Cafe Online for Spanish Speakers at 7 PM (learn more)

• Friday, May 30th - Lytehouse Youth, Grades 7-12+ (more info)

• Sunday, June 1st - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM or Online at 11 AM

  • MUN Bus transportation for the 11 AM gathering (details)

  • Bethesda Kids Church - Kindergarten to Grade 6 (dismissed during the service)

Mark Your Calendar

• Thursday, June 5th - NETGroup Workshop: Coping with Stress for Newcomers at 7 PM (register)

• Sunday, June 8th - Graduation Celebration (sign up)

• Tuesday, June 10th - Thursday, June 13th - Preschool VBS (details)

• Saturday, June 14th - Cross Cultural Parenting Workshop: Parents’ Responses to Bullying at 9:15 AM (join us)

• Saturday, June 14th - WOW Spring Breakfast at 9:15 AM (tickets)

• Monday, June 23 - Thursday, June 16 - Elementary VBS (learn more)

• Friday, June 27 - VBS Family Experience at 6:30 PM (join us)

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.

plan to protect volunteer training

Plan to Protect is mandatory training for all adult volunteers or youth (ages 12-17) volunteers who work with children, youth, or vulnerable adults.  

We are offering 2 different ONLINE sessions on Monday, May 26th. Please register for the session that you need.

The Refresher Session from 7 PM - 7:30 PM is required for all current volunteers or youth (age 12-17) volunteers. If you currently volunteer but are unsure if your Plan to Protect is up to date, please contact our church office.

The Orientation Session from 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM is required for all new volunteers.

Graduation Celebration

We are incredibly fortunate to have individuals in our Church Family who are celebrating various educational milestones and achievements.

With that in mind, we are so excited to be hosting a special graduation celebration on Sunday, June 8th, immediately following our 11 AM service.

There will be light refreshments provided, as well as a special graduation presentation for all of our graduates!

Please click below to sign up.

WORSHIP & PRAYER GATHERINGS

Join us for a powerful evening of worship and prayer as we seek God’s presence together. These special gatherings are designed to uplift your spirit, deepen your faith, and strengthen our community.

Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, June 3 at 7 PM
Tuesday, June 17 at 7 PM

Whether you’ve been with us for years or are visiting for the first time, you are welcome! Come expectant and ready to encounter God in a meaningful way. We can’t wait to worship with you!

Prime Time People (50+)

The Prime Time People (50+) Ministry will be holding its monthly meeting on May 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM.

Our speaker for the event will be Pastor Paul Grimes. He will be speaking about his books, which are a compilation of sermons from pastors from Newfoundland and Labrador, some dating back many years. In case he brings along some copies for sale, you may want to have some cash on hand.

You won’t want to miss this Newfoundland themed meeting. Feel free to wear your Newfoundland tartan items and/or your Cape Ann.

We have cod au gratin on the menu. This will include cod au gratin, potatoes and Caesar salad as well as a dinner roll. Please inform us if you need a substitute.

Tickets will be on sale in the foyer on May 18 and 25, 2025 at a cost of $12.00.

Come and join us for a wonderful evening.

YOUTH BREAKAWAY

Youth Breakaway Camp is an annual 5-day (4 night) summer camp for teens, purposefully designed to provide opportunities for students to explore faith in an environment suited for spiritual growth and the development of meaningful relationships with peers and mentors, amidst all sorts of excitement.

Dates: 
Youth Breakaway I - Monday, June 30 - Friday, July 4
Youth Breakaway II - Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22

YB 1 registration deadline is June 1 at a cost of $270.

YB 2 registration deadline is July 20 at a cost of $270.

For more details and to register for YB I or YB II, click below.

VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

It takes a large group of volunteers to make VBS happen! From setting up the building, to preparing snacks and crafts, to leading small groups and stations - the opportunities to serve are endless!

Whether you want to join us for a decorating night in the next few weeks or are ready to lead a crew during VBS week, we are looking for your help to make this VBS one that our kids will remember!

If you are interested in volunteering, fill out the volunteer sign up below and let us know when you are available.

If you have not already gone through the volunteer process, please begin by filling out our volunteer application.

WOW SPRING BREAKFAST

Our Women of Worth Team is excited to announce the details for the upcoming WOW Spring Breakfast!

The breakfast will take place at The Holiday Inn on Saturday June 14th. Featuring guest speaker, Stephanie Snow and a fashion feature by Sharingtons.

Tickets are $30 each and go on sale on Saturday, May 3rd at eventbrite.ca

Purchase your tickets by clicking on the link below.

MUN BUS

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

Are you ready to join a team?

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:

C4 Bethesda Settlement Office is Now Open!

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.

NETGroup Workshop: Coping With StreSS for newcomers

Are you a newcomer? Feeling stressed? Facing employment-related challenges and not sure how to cope? You’re not alone — and support is available.

In this session, we will learn and grow together by exploring common stressors newcomers face, particularly around employment, and how these challenges affect our mental health. We’ll discuss practical coping strategies to manage stress, maintain well-being, and build resilience.

This workshop is being hosted by the Newcomers Employment Training Group on Thursday June 5th from 7:00PM-8:30PM NDT.

There are several ways you can join:

• In-Person at the C4 Bethesda Settlement Office - 57A Thorburn Road, St. John’s

• In-Person in Gander, Corner Brook or Happy Valley-Goose Bay - live streamed from St. John’s

• Online via Zoom - the link will be sent out by email after registration is completed

Sign up to join us by clicking the button below.

Financial Advice Sessions

Community Connections, Conversation Cafe & RBC are pleased to present several online Financial Advice Sessions. Please sign up by clicking on the button below.

Monday, May 26, 4 PM: Home Buying Checklist for Newcomers
Join us to discover how RBC can make home ownership dreams a reality for newcomers to Canada.

cross cultural parenting workshop

Join us for a morning of connection and conversation about Parents’ Responses to Bullying in a Canadian context.

Saturday June 14, 2025
9:15 AM - 12:30 PM NDT

There are several ways you can join:

• In-Person at the C4 Bethesda Settlement Office - 57A Thorburn Road, St. John’s

• In-Person in Gander, Corner Brook or Happy Valley-Goose Bay - live streamed from St. John’s

• Online via Zoom - the link will be sent out by email after registration is completed

Sign up to join us by clicking the button below.

Conversation Cafe (EAL)

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 and Thursdays from 7-8 PM and In Person on Wednesdays from 6:45-8 PM.

Our last in-person gathering before we break for the summer will be Wednesday, May 28th.

For more information or to sign up, click below. Please stay connected for upcoming dates/opportunities.

FAMILY CAMP

Happening July 13-20 at Emmanuel Conversation Centre in Lewisporte.

Please find all the details and the registration form below.

Belairdirect Scholarship Program

 Belairdirect is offering 50 scholarships worth $1,000 each to eligible students completing high school in 2025 and beginning post-secondary education in the fall of 2025.

Qualifying children or grandchildren of members are eligible to apply and it is not necessary to be insured with Belairdirect for Home or Auto Insurance to make application. 

Deadline to apply is July 15, 2025.  For more information or to apply, click below.

Bethesda Kids (Ages 0-12)

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.

City Tots (Ages 0-5)

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 2024. Please keep an eye out for our 2025 dates coming soon!

Lytehouse Youth
(Ages 12-18+)

Students from grades 7-12+ join us for community and discipleship in-person on Fridays.

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 (Ages 18-30ish)

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!

Small Groups

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

Conversation Cafe (EAL)

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 and Thursdays from 7-8 PM and In Person on Wednesdays from 6:45-8 PM.

For more information or to sign up, click below. Please stay connected for upcoming dates/opportunities.

Prime Time People (50+)

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, May 29th at 5:30 PM.

Tickets for each gathering go on sale the two Sundays prior in the church foyer.

Please Be Scent Aware

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!

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.