SUNDAY WORSHIP GATHERINGS
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.
If you have yet to fill out the 2025/2026 Bethesda Kids Church Registration form for your child(ren), please find it here.
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!
Teen Sunday School is available for Grades 7-9. For more information and to sign up, click here.
Translation from English to French, Spanish, Ukrainian, Portuguese and Swahili is provided weekly. If you’d like know about other translation options, please contact us.
OFFERAMA 2026
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 2026 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 $400,000. To give, please note ‘Offerama’ on your contribution.
5 WEEK FASTING & PRAYER GUIDE
Last week, Pastor Steve challenged us to take a meaningful next step in our faith by practicing the spiritual disciplines of fasting and prayer. He also shared a simple 5-week guide to help us grow together intentionally and practically.
As we prepare for VBS, we’re joining together in prayer for every child, leader, volunteer, and family who will be impacted through this important ministry. We believe God moves powerfully when His church seeks Him together.
Whether this is your first time fasting or it’s already part of your rhythm, you’re not doing it alone - we’re walking through this together as a church community.
Download your copy of the guide and join us as we pray, fast, and believe for what God will do through VBS this year.
EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Sunday, May 24th - Sunday Worship Gatherings at 9 & 11 AM or Online at 11 AM
Monday, May 25th - VBS Prep at 6:30 PM (volunteer)
Monday, May 25th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)
Tuesday, May 26th - Bethesda Young Adults at 7 PM (learn more)
Wednesday, May 27th - CityTot Community Playgroup at 10 AM (rsvp)
Wednesday, May 27th - Ladies Bible Study & Prayer at 10 AM
Wednesday, May 27th - Conversation Cafe In-Person at 6:45 PM (learn more)
Thursday, May 28th - C4 Cross Cultural Parenting Workshop at 9:45 AM (sign up)
Thursday, May 28th - Primetime People (50+) at 5:30 PM
Thursday, May 28th - Conversation Cafe Online at 7 PM (more info)
Thursday, May 28th - Alpha at 7 PM (join us)
Friday May 29th - Lytehouse Youth, Grades 7-12+ at 7 PM (more info)
Saturday, May 30th - VBS Prep at 1 PM (volunteer)
Sunday, May 31st - Sunday Worship Gatherings at 9 & 11 AM or Online at 11 AM
Mark Your Calendar
Monday, June 8th - VBS Prep at 12:30 PM & 6:30 PM (volunteer)
Tuesday, June 9th - Thursday, June 11th - Preschool VBS (sign up)
Sunday, June 14th - Graduation Sunday - following the 11 AM gathering (rsvp)
Monday, June 22nd - Thursday, June 25th - Elementary VBS (join us)
Friday, June 26th - VBS Family FX at 6:30 PM (register)
June 29th - July 3rd - Youth Breakaway I (learn more)
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.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Opportunities you don’t want to miss
BETHESDA YOUNG ADULTS
Relationships can be beautiful and messy.
From FAMILY tension to FRIENDSHIPS from DATING to MARRIAGE relationships have always shaped people deeply, even in the Bible.
Over the next few weeks, we’re exploring family, friendships, dating, and marriage through God’s Word, with honest conversations for young adults.
No pressure. No perfection. Just truth, growth, and real-life wisdom.
Join us on Tuesday, May 26th at 7 PM.
Citytots 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 on Wednesday May 27th at 10 AM - this is our last CityTots until the Fall.
Please help us prepare best for you and your littles by registering below.
VBS 2026
Discover your place in God’s Kingdom.
Kingdom Quest is an exciting, adventure-filled week where kids will discover what it means to be part of God’s kingdom! Through engaging Bible stories, high-energy worship, games, crafts, and interactive activities, kids will explore how they can live with courage, kindness, and purpose every day.
We are so excited to welcome all of our friends to this year’s VBS programs — we’ve got something for everyone! Kingdom Quest is open to children from preschool through Grade 6, and for everyone else, there are still plenty of opportunities for you to get involved and be part of the week by volunteering.
For all the details and to register, 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.
PRIMETIME PEOPLE (50+)
The Prime Time People (50+) Ministry will be holding its monthly meeting on May 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM.
Our speaker for the event will be Terry Foss. He will be speaking about his books, which are very interesting stories about the Beothuks. He will be bringing along some copies for sale if you wish to make a purchase.
Our musical feature will be the very popular, Gordon Murphy and singer Jean Piercey.
You won't want to miss this Newfoundland themed meeting. Feel free to wear your Newfoundalnd 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 17 and 24, 2026 at a cost of $12.00.
Come and join us for a wonderful evening. Please feel free to invite your friends.
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 14th, 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.
SHARE YOUR STORY
At Bethesda, we believe you belong here - and your story matters.
A couple Sundays ago, Pastor Justin introduced this opportunity as he spoke about the importance of sharing your stories with others and the impact it can have.
There’s something powerful about sharing what God is doing in your life. Whether it’s through a message, a moment, or an experience in our community, your story has the ability to encourage, strengthen, and shape the lives and testimonies of others.
Would you consider taking the time to share yours with us? Click below to learn more. We’re so grateful to be part of what God is doing in and through you.
Bethesda Kids Church Registration 2025/2026
Each school year we require a new registration form for every child that attends Bethesda Kids Church. This helps us keep our records accurate and up to date.
If you are a parent/guardian of a child/children that attends Bethesda Kids Church on Sundays, please take a moment to complete this annual online form - one per child.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and welcoming environment for all our kids!
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
PROVINCIAL CAMPS & RETREATS
YOUTH BREAKAWAY
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.
2026 Dates:
Youth Breakaway I - Monday, June 29 - Friday, July 3
Youth Breakaway II - Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21
Registration:
YB 1 registration deadline is June 1 at a cost of $280, and
YB 2 registration deadline is July 20 at a cost of $280.
Bus transportation is provided to and from the camp site (Emmanuel Convention Centre in Lewisporte NL) at an additional cost of $100/student.
Payments can be made via EMT or at the Church Office. Send EMT to give@bethesda.ca and put student name and YB in the memo.
For more information & to register, click below.
Kids Rock Camp
Save the date for Kids Rock Camp 2026!
Location
Emmanuel Convention Centre, Lewisporte
Dates
KRC Camp 1 (Grades 4-6)- July 28-30 (Tues-Thurs)
KRC Camp 2 (K-Gr 3)- July 31-Aug 2 (Fri-Sun)
More registration details coming soon.
PAONL PRIME TIME RETREAT
Join others from all over the island for a refreshing and uplifting weekend at the Prime Time Retreat, happening June 12-14 at the Emmanuel Convention Centre in Lewisporte.
Ministry Guests include: speaker, Pastor Barry Grimes and worship led by Pastors Mark and Corinne Locke.
Location: Emmanuel Convention Centre, Lewisporte
Dates: June 12–14
Registration: Available online
(Paper copies will also be available in the foyer on Sunday at the Prime Time table)
This retreat is for our 55+ friends — a time to step away, be refreshed, and enjoy community together.
opportunities & events with c4 (COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATION CAFE)
We are very pleased to share with you this episode of Heart Matters (aired on Sunday, November 23 on NTV), featuring our very own C4 Team & Conversation Cafe, as well as the talents of Brandon Lee Mullet and Ryan Achu.
Heart Matters is a locally produced television show, that shares musical talent from local NL communities as well as tremendous stories of faith and encouragement.
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.
Registration is available for both our online and in-person classes at the link below.
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.
CROSS CULTURAL PARENTING WORKSHOP
Join us for this In-Person workshop as we engage in conversation surrounding supervision as parents/guardians in the Canadian context.
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
9:45AM - 12:00PM NDT
Buckmasters Circle Community Centre (129 Buckmasters Circle, St. John's)
To help us prepare best, please register 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.
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.
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!