ONLINE BULLETIN
Updated on Friday, September 26, 2025
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ON SUNDAY (SEPTEMBER 28) IN-PERSON (9 OR 11 AM) or online (11 AM). This is WATER BAPTISM SUNDAY!
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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.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Events and Opportunities
Sunday, September 28th - Worship Gatherings at 9 AM & 11 AM, Online at 11 AM
Monday, September 29th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)
Tuesday, September 30th - Church Office Closed
Wednesday, October 1st - Ladies Bible Study & Prayer at 10 AM
Wednesday, October 1st - Conversation Cafe In-Person at 6:45 PM (learn more)
Thursday, October 2nd - Alpha at 7 PM (join us)
Thursday, October 2nd - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)
Friday, October 3rd - Imagine Prayer Rally at Lytehouse Youth, Grades 7-12+ (more info)
Sunday, October 5th - 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)
YA One Night at 6 PM
Mark Your Calendar
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.
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Opportunities you don’t want to miss
SMALL GROUP FALL LAUNCH
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.
ALPHA
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. Whether you're just checking it out, new to faith, or have been a Christian for a while, you are invited.
There are several sessions in the Alpha Film Series. Each session involves a video, followed by a discussion.
Our next Alpha Course begins on Thursday, September 25th at 7 PM. Click below to sign up.
IMAGINE PRAYER RALLY
On Friday, October 3 at 7 PM, youth groups from across the city will be gathering at Bethesda for a special night of prayer leading up to the Imagine Conference.
While city youth will gather at Bethesda, churches and youth ministries across the island will also be hosting their own prayer rallies that same evening. Though we are meeting in different locations, we are united in the same mission - asking God to prepare hearts, and standing together for what He wants to do through this conference.
LYM - join us as we worship, pray, and believe together for an unforgettable Imagine 2025!
Worship & Prayer Gatherings
We’re kicking off the Fall with powerful nights of worship and prayer and we would love for you to join us! These gatherings are all about seeking God’s presence together, being refreshed, and starting this new season with faith and expectation.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, October 7 at 7 PM
Tuesday, October 21 at 7 PM
Tuesday, November 4 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 fall together. We can’t wait to see you there!
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.
IMAGINE CONFERENCE
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.
YA One Night
Join us Sunday, October 5th at 6 PM for a Young Adult gathering including food, friends, worship and the word.
We’ll be hanging out beginning at 6 PM with some pre-service refreshments. Service will begin between 6:30-7:00 PM. And as always, we will end off the night with some delicious food together.
Save the date! Come as you are!
CITY TOTS COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP
CityTots is a FREE bi-weekly community playgroup for children (birth-5 years) & their parents/caretakers.
We enjoy fun mornings with free play, circle time, crafts, and snacks! And, we'll have coffee ready for caregivers on arrival. It is a great place to meet new friends or invite a friend to join you. Everyone is welcome.
Join us for some Fall fun onWednesday, October 8th, 2025. Please help us prepare best for you and your littles by registering 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
opportunities & events with c4 (COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATION CAFE)
WE ARE HIRING
We have received funding from the Newfoundland and Labrador Settlement and Integration Program (NLSIP) and are looking to fill two contact positions on our C4 (Community Connections and Conversation Cafe) Team.
To learn more and to apply, click below.
The deadline for applications is Monday, September 29th.
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 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.
Church Ministries/Programs
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, October 30th 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!
Grow Deeper
Weekly Email
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.
Prayer
We would love for you to join us in daily prayer with our Prayer Guide and during Worship & Prayer Gatherings. Click the button below to learn more about these opportunities.
Next Steps
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.
Missions
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.
Giving
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.
ONLINE GIVING PLATFORM
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!