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.

Events and Opportunities

• Sunday, November 9th - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM, 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, November 10th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)

• Tuesday, November 11th - Church Office Closed

• Wednesday, November 12th - Ladies Bible Study & Prayer at 10 AM

• Wednesday, November 12th - Conversation Cafe In-Person at 6:45 PM (learn more)

• Thursday, November 13th - Alpha at 7 PM (join us)

• Thursday, November 13th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)

• Friday, November 14th - Lytehouse Youth, Grades 7-12+ at 7 PM (more info)

• Saturday, November 15th - WOW Breakfast

• Sunday, November 16th - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM, Online at 11 AM

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

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

  • OCC Shoebox Collection Deadline

Mark Your Calendar

• Tuesday, November 18th - Worship & Prayer Gathering at 7 PM

• Thursday, November 20th - CityKids Night Out at 6:30 PM (sign up)

• Saturday, November 22nd - WOW Breakfast (tickets)

• Thursday, November 27th - Prime Time People at 5:30 PM

• Sunday, November 30th - Jingle Jam at 4 PM (join us)

• Saturday, December 13th - Singing Christmas Tree Presentation at 6 PM

• Sunday, December 14th - Singing Christmas Tree Presentation at 11 AM & 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.

CHRISTMAS AT BETHESDA

As we head into the Christmas season, we have some incredible opportunities for you to engage and connect with us as we celebrate together!

We know that calendars fill up quickly at this time of year, so take a look at our upcoming events and save the dates!

There are also so many ways to be generous this Christmas! For more information about some of the initiatives we are partnering with and for everything else Christmas At Bethesda, click below.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES

OCC Shoeboxes are a valued part of our combined generosity as we head into the Christmas season. Please locate the table in the foyer on Sunday mornings to collect your empty shoebox.

Each box is a simple yet powerful way to share love and hope with children around the world who might not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas. You’re encouraged to include small toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and a personal note to make each box extra special.

The collection date for all filled shoeboxes is Sunday, November 16th. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and bring joy to those in need this Christmas season!

JINGLE JAM: FAMILY EXPERIENCE

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

We are so excited for you to join us on Sunday, November 30th at 4 PM.

Your whole family is invited to experience Christmas together, where you’ll sing songs, play exciting games, laugh until your sides hurt, and hear the Christmas story told in a way that engages every age. We truly cannot wait to experience Jingle Jam with you!

Please note that pre-registration is required. This is a free Family Event for parents/guardians and their children to attend together. To register, click below.

Worship & Prayer Gatherings

Join us for powerful nights of worship and prayer! Together, we’ll seek God’s presence, be refreshed, and grow in faith and expectation for the days ahead.

Upcoming Date:
Tuesday, November 18 at 7 PM

Whether you’ve been with us before or this is your very first time, you’re invited. Come ready to encounter God, lift your voice in worship, and be encouraged as we step into this season together. We can’t wait to see you there!

CityKids Night Out

Join us for the last CityKids Night Out of 2025!

Elementary Kids (Kindergarten - Gr. 6) are invited to a monthly CityKids 'Night Out' on Thursday, September 18th from 6:30-7:45 PM.

There will be games, music, snacks, a Bible Story, and lots of Christmas cheer!

Please note that this ministry is not intended for pre-schoolers. If you are looking for opportunities for your pre-school children, consider joining us at CityTots Community Playgroup.

Singing christmas Tree

We are so excited to announce this year’s Singing Christmas Tree Presentation: Let Us Adore.

Happening on Saturday December 13th at 6 PM, and Sunday December 14th at 11 AM & 6 PM.

The Singing Christmas Tree is the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season! Join us for one of our 3 presentations, and invite along a friend, coworker, or family member.

This is will be a powerful evening of music, children’s choir, advent celebrations, and more.

Watch the 2024 Singing Christmas Tree Presentation below.

Fall Prayer Guide

This fall, we’re inviting our church family to journey together through a shared Fall Prayer Guide - a simple, daily rhythm to help us stay connected to God and one another, even as our schedules shift. Whether you're traveling, resting, or in your regular routine, this guide is designed to keep prayer at the center of our lives.

Let’s commit to praying together - wherever we are - and believing that God moves powerfully when His people pray.

Pick up a paper copy at the Welcome Desk, or download a digital copy by clicking below.

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:

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

cross cultural parenting workshop

Join us for a morning of connection and conversation about Parental Supervision in a Canadian context.

• Wednesday, November 19th

• 9:30AM - 12:00PM NDT

• In-Person at McSheffrey Resource Centre (10 Brother McSheffrey Lane, St. John’s)

Sign up to join us by clicking the button below.

CONVERSATION CAFE

Want to improve your conversational English skills? We’re here to help!

Conversation Cafe takes place Online on Mondays and Thursdays from 7 PM - 8 PM and In Person on Wednesdays from 6:45 PM - 8 PM.

For more information or to sign up, please click below. Stay connected for future opportunities!

C4 Bethesda Settlement Office

Our C4 Bethesda Settlement Office is 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.

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 the summer. Please keep an eye out for our Fall dates.

Lytehouse Youth
(Ages 12-18+)

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 (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, November 27th 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.