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Deep Water (AJ Thomas) Celebrates 13 Baptisms Plus 6 Adult Affirmations This Sunday – PTL!!!

Dave Dixon (Hillside) pictured lower right planned a wonderful concluding service at the Ritcey location this Sunday. I was privileged to share in this special day with Founding Pastor Dr. HC, Reid Stairs, along with Jay & Sharon Guptill. The Hillside family began in 1974 and moved into the newly constructed Ritcey location in 1975.

And after 48 years of serving one spiritual family, Dave announced to the applause of the congregation that an offer has been accepted to sell it to another church in HRM with a closing date later this summer. Hillside is rebuilding with strength coming out of the pandemic and the Parkway location will continue as the site for primary worship and ministry.

CLICK HERE to enjoy this 30-minute slide-show down memory lane over the years of God at work in the spiritual family of Hillside Wesleyan. Hats off to all the Hillsiders who organized such a special day for God’s glory!

Some of the West Head (Vince Robertson) family walked 5 km on Saturday to raise money for the Clean Well project with World Hope International Canada. Assistant Pastor Karen Robertson shared, “Our N2Y Kidz (Never Too Young to Minister) set a goal that they would raise $1000.00. Vince said if they could do it, they could throw a pie in his face! At the walk, they had $788. By 11am before the Sunday Service they had raised $1118.00! Vince got up close with 6 pies at the end of church, and he didn’t get to eat any of them.”

Kingswood Partnership with Campus.Edu Launches!

You have likely already heard the BIG NEWS about Kingswood’s exciting partnership with Campus.edu (CLICK HERE). A contract was signed by Kingswood University with Campus.Edu to create Kingswood Learn, a platform hosting free high-quality micro-courses for ministry training, leadership development, and professional growth. President Lennox shared, “We’re convinced this will strengthen the church, a central pillar of our mission.” CLICK HERE to get a taste of Kingswood Learn!

During Beulah Family Camp @ 1:30 p.m. on Ordination Day (July 14th), a special Kingswood Learn Workshop will be offered by Dr. Darren Campbell & President Steve Lennox to demonstrate the features of the Kingswood Learn platform.

ALL pastors and key lay leaders are strongly encouraged to stay after lunch on Ordination Day for this innovative workshop as Atlantic District Churches have opportunity to get in on the ground level to access and benefits of these micro-courses for raising leaders in the local church. The DBA is recommending churches consider the minimum “badging” level for a local church certificate you may create as part of the 400 Leaders 2027 Vision. This has a very nominal certification fee per micro-course and will still be available for free even if Kingswood is not asked to certify satisfactory completion.

No power? No problem!

Hats off to BCCC Property Development Officer Rob Trafton and all those who generously gave to provide a critical upgrade for Beulah Camp with this industrial grade generator for the Beulah Hotel & Dining Hall. This on-site back up plan is long overdue since conversations for it began during the aftermath of Hurricane Arthur in 2014. There are countless ways that people invest their time and resources for the mission of Beulah Camp & Conference Center to unleash churches for transformed lives.

Check out the Beulah Family Camp promo in Upcoming Events below for everything you need to to know to make the most of this opportunity for your family!

Ellen joins me in expressing our condolences to Pete & Janet Thomas on the June 9th passing of her mother, Bonnie McNally. We also extend our thoughts and prayers for the families of their sons Luke & AJ Thomas (Deep Water) and the extended family. CLICK HERE for her obituary with opportunity to share personal tributes and support for the family.

Thursday’s service was a meaningful celebration of Bonnie’s life and influence. Janet shared a touching eulogy and AJ preached a heartfelt message. AJ shared, “She made things beautiful and she knew me. That’s what Grammy did. She was just like Jesus.”

The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult and left untried. (Early 20th Century, G.K. Chesterton)
The Christian faith has not been tried and found wanting, it has simply been untried. (Early 21st Century, James Emery White)
Listening creates a sanctuary for the homeless parts of the other. (Ann Smith)

Beulah Family Camp 2023 – Expecting God to Move!

Every year but two since 1894 we have gathered on the Tabernacle mount to seek God’s face and receive His truth and transformation. While there are still a myriad of last minute items of preparation, the big pieces are all in place and we are praying for a mighty move of the Holy Spirit. We are a people Anchored in Holiness.

CLICK HERE for the full breakdown of all things Beulah Family Camp 2023. And for the second year, all services will be live streamed. Families who are attending should pre-register online to ensure space will be available for your preferred activities.
Super Saturday features a return of many favourite activities along with some new ones to enjoy – CLICK HERE to check it out! The day will end with a Family Worship Concert and, of course, an epic fireworks show!
CLICK HERE to download a BFC poster for your church bulletin board or to add to your e-newsletter. Special thanks to our Executive Director Tami Mutch-Ketch and the many leaders who have worked tirelessly to prepare for another amazing camp ahead.

We are excited to gather in a fully post-pandemic environment to worship the Lord as our full family programming continues to offer a premium week of intense discipleship and spiritual community. CLICK HERE for an advance preview of the Camp Handbook.

CLICK HERE for Caton’s Island Camp Registration

CLICK HERE for National Prayer Tour Updates

CLICK HERE to follow along with the National Prayer Tour and watch the livestream of the prayer gatherings each Sunday night! CLICK HERE for an excellent interview with the two Kingswood students who are making this possible as they travel across Canada over this summer.

CLICK HERE to Download Promo Poster
CLICK HERE for More Info & Observer Registration

CLICK HERE to Register Your Team – September 8th!

Love Atlantic 2023!

Love Atlantic celebrated 135 churches/organizations, $445K of generosity, and 8000+ hours of volunteers service to lift up the Name of Jesus last year.

Save the Date: September 24, 2023

CLICK HERE to register your church – All the resources you need will be available on this site soon as you prepare your church family to join in sharing the love of Christ as you launch in the fall!

Follow 2023 – International Wesleyan Youth Conference

Our Church Multiplication & Discipleship team would love to invite you to the International Wesleyan Youth Conference – Follow 2023.

All middle school, high school, and young adults are welcome to come discover their kingdom calling. We are expectant for God to move in mighty ways. Mark your calendar for December 28-30, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

SAVE THE DATE: Atlantic District 2024 Winter Ministerial
When: January 17-18, 2024
Where: Kings Church (Valley Location)
Who: Dr. Steve DeNeff

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