2017 Crandall University Public Lecture - The End of Denominations? Declining Denominational Identity in Canadian Pentecostalism Church leaders no longer identify with their denomination’s distinctive beliefs -- compared to previous decades. Are other organizations -- for example, megachurch networks -- taking up the work of denominations? Adam Stewart, Crandall sociology professor, will explain trends over […]
In appreciation of 31 years of service and dedication, the staff of the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada will be hosting an open house reception for DARYL MACKENZIE, in honour of his retirement. Where: CBAC Office 1655 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, NB When: Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 from 2:30 – 5:00 pm (Informal drop-in reception) […]
You're invited to attend a CBAC Town Hall meeting near you (or hopefully close to your area), February 22 - March 2. The CBAC Council is asking churches, pastors, lay leaders and anyone from CBAC churches interested to come out and hear what God is calling the CBAC to and what the future holds for us as […]
Atlantic Baptist Foundation - Annual Meeting March 24 @ 1:00pm Future Inns 30 Fairfax Drive, Halifax, NS http://www.baptistfoundation.com
A Celebration and Recognition of Service of Rev. Dr. Carol Anne Janzen You are invited to a celebration and recognition of service of Rev. Dr. Carol Anne Janzen, April 8 at 2pm, KC Irving Science Building, Acadia University. Thank you Carol Anne for your years of service and dedication to training pastors. More here: http://acadiadiv.ca/event/janzen-celebration/
Dr. Robert S. Wilson is retiring from Acadia Divinity College. Join us on May 2 at Fountain Commons at Acadia University for a dinner and evening to thank and honour Dr. Bob for his years of excellent service and ministry to our CBAC family. Bio (from ADC's website): Born in Moncton, New Brunswick, Bob was […]
Transitional Leadership Ministry Basic Training: Facilitating Change during Pastoral & Leadership Transitions May 15-17, 2018 Plus Specialized Training Day — May 18th Crandall University, Moncton, NB Sponsored by Outreach Canada Co-sponsored by the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada Who's it for? Pastors interested in being trained in transitional ministry. Questions? Reach out to Rev. Greg […]
Transitional Leadership Ministry Specialized Training Day: Leadership Skills for Ministry Challenges that Won’t Go Away Friday, May 18, 2018 A one-day interactive training event to equip front-line church leaders in practical skills and competencies to deal effectively with challenging situations. Location: Crandall University, Moncton, New Brunswick Time: 9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Skill Development Areas: […]
Pinnacle: A Clear View of Insurance Livestream May 30th @ 12:45pm Watching the livestream? Click to send us a quick note and let us know! This event is for pastors, deacons, trustees, treasurers, children/youth workers (paid or volunteer), camp directors, board members and anyone in a CBAC church interested in these topics. Details: Wednesday, May […]
CBAC Office Open House Thursday July 12 @ 2-4pm Come join us for a time of reflection and thanksgiving as we say farewell to this space and presence in Saint John for over 80 years. 1655 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, NB
Details: September 17-18, 2018 Hillside Baptist Church, Moncton, NB Cost: $40 for individuals ($50 after August 31) $65 for couples ($75 after August 31) Accommodations: Hampton Inn & suites, Moncton(included in registration) Meals: Supper Monday, Breakfast and lunch Tuesday included. *churches are encouraged to help with travel expenses. If this is not possible and cost is […]
Helping grade 11 and 12 students recognize God's voice and call on their life. http://cbacyf.ca/potential/
What happens after CBAC Sunday? We're calling our churches to days of prayer and fasting. October 29 to November 4. “Making Space for God” Take time this week to fast from food, technology or recreational activities. Choose once a day or one full day - be creative. It is a time for listening to God, […]
Beginning Monday March 11th and every Monday through Lent, we're setting up an online prayer group beginning at 12 noon for 30 minutes. Join us via Zoom (no account required; just click the appropriate link below before noon). We'll be talking about some aspects of prayer and introduce some ideas about prayer that may be […]
REGISTER BY APRIL 29th TO BE ENTERED IN A DRAW TO WIN KEYNOTE SPEAKER MICHAEL BECK'S NEW BOOK, "DEEP ROOTS, WILD BRANCHES" Click to download: Click to download: Join us for a Vision Day - a one-day training event that provides the perfect opportunity to discover what it means to be the […]
REGISTER BY APRIL 29th TO BE ENTERED IN A DRAW TO WIN KEYNOTE SPEAKER MICHAEL BECK'S NEW BOOK, "DEEP ROOTS, WILD BRANCHES" Click to download: Click to download: Join us for a Vision Day - a one-day training event that provides the perfect opportunity to discover what it means to be the […]
Spiritual Retreats 2019 Sponsored by the CBAC and the Department of Clergy Formation & Wellness. PLEASE NOTE: THE MAY 14-17 RETREAT HAS BEEN CANCELED. A Spiritual Retreat is not stopping all activity, but a change of activity. It is an intense focus on a particular activity—seeking God. It is an intentional moving away from daily […]
Potential Impact is for grade 11 and 12 students. This year Potential Impact is at Camp Wildwood (NB).
See event details at crandallu.ca/event/70th-anniversary-celebration/
Title: Indigenous Theology as Original Instructions and Critique of the Western Christian Worldview Lecturer: Randy Woodley, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Faith and Culture, Director of Intercultural and Indigenous Studies, Portland Seminary, George Fox University. See event page on acadiadiv.ca.
Is your congregation engaged in the right conversation? Are your conversations civil and fruitful? We are co-sponsoring an event to help tackle these questions, called Healthy Conversations, Healthy Churches. This event, Oct. 28–Nov. 1, is a partnership between the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada, the Vineyard Church, and the Anglican Church. The event will be hosted […]
Mark NOVEMBER 14, 2019 on your youth ministry calendar and join us in engaging in IMAGINATIVE JUSTICE. We are introducing youth to IMAGINATIVE JUSTICE and how they can act with God’s heart in this world, particular in the area of refugees. imaginativehope.ca/justice
*previously Embrace the Call Embrace God, your soul, and your call in fresh ways. Fresh Embrace is an Experience for CBAC pastors—an opportunity to refresh our call together. A time to encourage and support one another on the journey. Think of it as a 26hr sabbath time for your soul in spiritual community. Date & […]
Details: February 10-12, 2020 Wolfville, NS Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Doug Gay, Principal of Trinity College, Glasgow More Info & To Register The Simpson Lectures is an Acadia Divinity College event. This is an annual lecture series in Preaching and Practical Theology providing continuing education for students and pastors. Established in 1979 by Gerald K. […]
Event starts at 7:00pm Our team is coming to a neighbourhood near you to host Youth & Family Forums—intentionally spending time learning from our amazing students and leaders. And we’re releasing a series of ROAD TRIP videos, sharing stories from ministry champions in Atlantic Canada.
Event starts at 7:00pm Our team is coming to a neighbourhood near you to host Youth & Family Forums—intentionally spending time learning from our amazing students and leaders. And we’re releasing a series of ROAD TRIP videos, sharing stories from ministry champions in Atlantic Canada.
Please note, this event has been postponed until a later date due to weather. Our team is coming to a neighbourhood near you to host Youth & Family Forums—intentionally spending time learning from our amazing students and leaders. And we’re releasing a series of ROAD TRIP videos, sharing stories from ministry champions in Atlantic Canada.
Tuesday, Mar 10 @ 7:00pm Crandall University, Stultz Hall room 117 Join Dr. Sam Reimer, co-author of A Culture of Faith: Evangelical Congregations in Canada, as he sheds light on the idea of tolerance in today's society. Are committed Christians more or less tolerant than other groups are? New research may surprise you. What is tolerance, […]
Join us for a live webinar on the Acadia Divinity College Facebook page at 1:30PM on Thursday, March 19th.
Head over to our Online Leadership Circle page for all the details!
Head over to our Online Leadership Circle page for all the details!
This week we're having an important discussion on racial injustice and inequality, in response to the murder of George Floyd and the global protests against anti-Black racism. Online Leadership Circle is an online gathering for CBAC pastors and church staff on issues that are current and important. Facilitated by Peter Reid (Executive Minister) and Kevin […]
Join us for a free online mini-retreat for the pastor's soul on July 22nd at 9:30AM–12:30PM! Click here to register on Eventbrite.ca Facilitated by Dr. Cheryl Ann Beals (CBAC Director of Clergy Formation & Wellness), this retreat is designed for pastors to connect with God and one another in spiritual community. Although it may seem […]
Join us online for a fun-filled virtual event as Acadia Divinity College President Anna Robbins leads you on a tour of our renewed building. You will meet friends and faculty, and hear exciting updates including the announcement of the 2020 ADC Alumni Distinguished Service Award. There will be prayer, encouragement, and a few surprises you […]
October 19-21, 2020 online See more: https://acadiadiv.ca/event/2020-hayward
Canadian Baptist Ministries and the Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec are sponsoring “Walking Together”, an Indigenous/settler relations conference happening online throughout this fall. And it’s totally free of charge! We encourage our Atlantic Baptist family to take advantage of this free learning opportunity. We need to continue to hear from Indigenous perspectives in order […]
October 27th, 2020 at 1:30PM—With Special Guest Rev. Dr. Timothy Tang, talking about Cultural Intelligence The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a new series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued learning from world-class speakers. The first Masterclass event on October 27th, features Dr. Timothy Tang, Director […]
November 2 @ 2:00PM – November 5 @ 2:00PM Bayside Camp, Nova Scotia Click here to go to the registration form (or scroll down to register on this page) A Spiritual Retreat is not stopping all activity, but a change of activity. It is an intense focus on a particular activity—seeking God. It is an […]
We're excited for this Masterclass, on the topic of "Mentorship". Register here: https://atlbaptist.wufoo.com/forms/masterclass-november-24
Please see this announcement on November 30th regarding the cancellation of this meeting.
Visit: https://acadiadiv.ca/event/2021-simpson/ for more information.
Visit our Leadership Development page for more information on this upcoming Masterclass
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Masterclass: April 27, 2021 @ 1:30pm Speaker: Thom Rainer Topic: Church Revitalization Register to receive a Zoom link The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a new series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued learning from world-class speakers.
Details & Registration: acadiadiv.ca/event/commissioning-2021
crandallu.ca/event/spring-convocation-2021/
Details here: https://atlanticbaptist.ca/news/national-day-of-prayer-may-16-2021/
Details coming soon! onecon.ca
Masterclass: May 25, 2021 @ 1:30pm Speaker: Carson Pue Topic: Self-Awareness Register to receive a Zoom link The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a new series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued learning from world-class speakers.
More information: atlanticbaptistwomen.ca
The Canadian Baptist Youth Team is calling the Canadian Baptist family—including our CBAC churches—to prayer on behalf of our young people, especially during this pandemic. We invite you to join together nationally on JUNE 13, 2021 to pray for the upcoming generation. prayforyouth.ca
Join us on June 22 for another Masterclass! We're excited to welcome Dr. Stephen McMullin as our guest speaker. Dr. McMullin is Academic Dean and the Sheldon and Marjorie Fountain Professor of Evangelism and Mission at Acadia Divinity College. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link
Undercurrent is a BRAND NEW, locally-based mission event, on July 8-11, 2021. Undercurrent is focused on empowering young people to lead and engage the entire congregation to join them in serving their neighbourhood. Undercurrent is structured as a four day event, situated over Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon. Local churches will engage in Neighbouring activities and will join […]
Masterclass: Wednesday, October 27, 2021 @ 1:30pm Speaker: Dr. Stuart Blythe Topic: Theology of Preaching Register to receive a Zoom link The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a new series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued learning from world-class speakers.
Masterclass: November 30, 2021 @ 1:30pm Speaker: Dr. Joel Thiessen Topic: Flourishing Congregations Register to receive a Zoom link The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a new series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued learning from world-class speakers.
The next Leadership Academy Masterclass is happening Tuesday, January 25th at 1:30pm. This month we're honoured to welcome guest speaker Dr. Michael Beck (Fresh Expressions US & Wildwood UMC). We're excited for this conversation around the theme of "Contextual Intelligence" and we know our CBAC leaders will be enriched by it! Register here: https://atlbaptist.wufoo.com/forms/masterclass-january-25-2022
Events & Content You Can Dive Into "History Bits: Remembering Africville" (YouTube) "How Then Shall We Live: Racism & The Church" (Simpson Lectures, Acadia Divinity College) — Feb. 15-17, 2022
Join us for this Zoom event, beginning at 1:30pm. Date: Tuesday, April 26th @ 1:30pm Speaker: Dr. R. Paul Stevens Topic: The Kingdom of God, the Church and the Marketplace: the “How Come” and the “How To” of the Connection The church is a rhythm of gathering and dispersion. But where God has placed his […]
Register now for a pastors retreat this Spring! Limited space available. Location: Bayside Camp, Sambro, NS Dates: April 25-28 / May 2-5 More information Registration form
Join us on Zoom beginning at 1:30pm. Date: May 24, 2022 @ 1:30pm Speaker: Dr. Steve Brown Topic: Discipleship Dr. Steve Brown is the President of Arrow Leadership. He studied at Wilfrid Laurier University (HBBA), Tyndale Seminary (MDiv) and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (DMin). Steve is also the author of Jesus Centered- Focusing on Jesus in […]
Check back on onecon.ca for more details this winter and spring!
September 19th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Atlantic / 7:30 p.m. NFLD See more at: https://acadiadiv.ca/event/rawlyk-2022
A new fall season of Masterclass events is getting underway on September 27th! We're thrilled to welcome Rev. Dr. Anna Robbins (President, Acadia Divinity College) as our first speaker. This Zoom event is free to attend. Date: September 27, 2022 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Rev. Dr. Anna Robbins (President, Acadia Divinity College) Register […]
Crandall University’s Murray Lecture is happening on Thursday, September 29 at 7:00 p.m. The guest lecturer this year is Dr. Lynn H. Cohick, Provost and Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. All are welcome to attend! crandallu.ca/event/2022-murray-lecture-series/
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR 2022 Refresh is a weekend retreat that focuses on the needs of the wives of vocational and bi-vocational pastors and ministers serving within or affiliated with the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada. This also includes wives of retired clergy serving within or affiliated with the CBAC. […]
Choose a Sunday in the month of October (or another time that works for you) to hold your CBAC Sunday service! This year we're inviting you to choose a Sunday that works best for you. Below we've provided some videos you can download to help you put together your CBAC Sunday service. Downloads Promotional Video: […]
Justice Summit 2022 Our Theme: From Education to Action “Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause.” — Isaiah 51:4-5 On This Page Delegate Info, Blanket Exercise, Schedule, Hotel Information, and Promo Package Guest Speaker Workshops UPDATE: We're thrilled to invite you to a KAIROS Blanket […]
You're invited to an online forum on November 26th Soul Care: Exploring The Road Less Traveled Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022 Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm AT / 10:00am - 1:00 pm NL Cost: $10.00 Register now!
A new fall season of Masterclass events is underway! This Zoom event is free to attend. Date: November 29, 2022 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Tim Tang Title: New Canadian Christians and What That Means for the Church in Canada Register now!
Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 @ 1:00pm ADT (1:30pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Sam Reimer (Crandall University) Title: Modern Self-Spirituality and its Impact on the Local Congregation Sponsored by Crandall University. The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a series of events from our Centre for Leadership Development, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders with continued […]
NEW SPEAKER: We're excited to announce that our May Masterclass speaker and topic has moved to February! Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Sandi Killeen (RiverCross Church, Pastor of Youth & Family) Title: Loving Gen Z and Gen Alpha Well Sponsored by Crandall University The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is […]
Register now for a pastors retreat this Spring! Limited space available. Location: Bayside Camp, Sambro, NS Dates: April 17-20 / April 24-27 More information Registration form
Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Michael Beck (Fresh Expressions) Title: Future Church: Evangelism, Discipleship, and Church Planting for the 21st Century and Beyond Sponsored by Crandall University The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders […]
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Date: May 26-28, 2023 Place: Crandall University, Moncton, NB Registration: https://www.atlanticbaptistwomen.ca/intermission
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More details: acadiadiv.ca/event/simpson-2023
The President and Council of the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada would like to formally invite you to celebrate with us the ministry of Rev. Dr. Peter Reid as he enters into retirement. Please join us as we look back with appreciation at Dr. Reid’s nearly 15 years of kingdom service among our family of […]
Date: July 22-28, 2023 Location: Saint John, New Brunswick More information at cbacyf.ca/tidal-impact
Register now for Oasis 2023 at oasis.baptist-atlantic.ca!
We're partnering with our Canadian Baptist family to commemorate the 2023 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We invite you to join us in a prayerful and reflective commemoration, right on the very lands where you live, work, and play. All the details can be found here: cbmin.org/nationalday
This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for May or June 2024. Check back later for details. <!-- Click to Register for Fresh Expression Days Dates & Time: October 17th - Life Branch Church, Dartmouth, NS; October 18th - Journey Church / Allison Campus, Moncton, NB 9-9:30am check-in; 9:30am-4:00pm Cost: In person: $40 for […]
Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Cheryl Ann Beals (CBAC Director of the Sozo Centre for Soul Care) Title: Soul Care for the Leaders Soul Sponsored by Crandall University The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of our […]
The Annual Meeting of the North American Baptist Fellowship (NABF), October 30-31, 2023 in Washington DC (in person or online). The CBAC is a member if the NABF. Click here for more info or to register: https://nabfellowship.org/events
You’re invited to an opportunity to share your feedback, input, hopes, concerns, and dreams for the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC) during our listening tour (November 12 to December 9). Everyone in our CBAC family is invited – pastors, leaders, congregants, attendees, partners, associations, those new to the CBAC and those who have been […]
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Terry Atkinson (Former Interim CBAC Executive Minister, Retired CBAC Pastor) Title: My Journey Through Burnout and What God Taught Me Sponsored by Crandall University The CBAC Leadership Academy's Masterclass is a series of events from our Leadership Development department, seeking the transformation of […]
Our office will be closed on December 22 and re-open on January 2, 2024. During this period, Rev. Renée MacVicar will be on call and checking voicemails, responding to urgent issues. You may call our office at 506-635-1922 (option 3 or extension 1002).
The African United Baptist Association is hosting the Executive Minister Listening Tour on January 6, 2024, 10am-12pm at New Horizons Baptist Church, 5457 Nora Bernard St, Halifax, NS B3K 1B1 You’re invited to an opportunity to share your feedback, input, hopes, concerns, and dreams for the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC) during our listening […]
Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Glen Berry (Acadia Divinity College) Title: A Theology of Mental Health & Wellness Glen Berry is the William and Virigina Leach Associate Professor of Pastoral Psychology and the Director of the Charles J. Taylor Centre for Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care for Acadia Divinity […]
The CBAC's Leadership Academy is launching an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you're a treasurer, clerk, small group/Sunday school leader, we are offering sessions that help your congregation's lay leaders to grow and lead in this current moment. On the last Monday evening of the month (February, March, April & May), sessions […]
Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Margaret Totten (MA, RPC, LCT- BIO) Title: Unspoken at Church: Giving voice to the mental health crisis Margaret is a Licensed Counselling Therapist with the College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick, whose passion is to provide her clients with presence and care as […]
The CBAC's Leadership Academy is launching an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you're a treasurer, clerk, or small group/Sunday school leader, we are offering sessions that help your congregation's lay leaders to grow and lead in this current moment. On the last Monday evening of the month (February, March, April & May), […]
The Summit is an annual gathering for any paid youth pastors, childrens pastors, and camp directors in our CBAC family. Head to the Youth & Family website for more details and information! Date: April 24-25, 2024
The CBAC's Leadership Academy is launching an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you're a treasurer, clerk, or small group/Sunday school leader, we are offering sessions that help your congregation's lay leaders to grow and lead in this current moment. On the last Monday evening of the month (February, March, April & May), […]
A training event by Crandall University for CBAC-affiliated camps and their Summer Staff. Featuring high-level speakers, workshop facilitators, worship artists, etc. There will be lots of attention for camper care, parent interactions, creative programming, team building, and so much more. https://cbacyf.ca/camp
Who is this for? For pastors and other ministry staff who are members of the Canadian Baptist Pension Plan. The spouses of members are strongly encouraged to attend as well. A number of presentations will be given to help us with the management of the resources entrusted to us. There are many issues at play […]
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The CBAC's Leadership Academy is launching an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you're a treasurer, clerk, or small group/Sunday school leader, we are offering sessions that help your congregation's lay leaders to grow and lead in this current moment. On the last Monday evening of the month (February, March, April & May), […]
One Conference ONE Conference has always been a movement seeking to align the youth of Atlantic Canada with the heart of God. More here: http://onecon.ca
The CBAC's Examining Council for Ordination is scheduled for August 8-10, 2023 at Crandall University, Moncton, NB. Twelve candidates will be interviewed for ordination by the Council as appointed by the Associations. If approved, the candidates will be commended to their local church for ordination at their hands.
Details for Oasis 2024 will be available on the Oasis website
The NEXT Conference is all about inspiring, equipping, and encouraging children’s ministry volunteers in churches across Atlantic Canada. Come and learn how to more effectively pass on faith in Jesus to the NEXT generation. Don’t miss it! cbacyf.ca/next
Garth Williams & Andrew Myers will be hosting information sessions on Zoom about the Sharpening Leaders Initiative (SLI) for anyone interested in knowing more about the program.
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 @ 1:30pm ADT (2:00pm NL) Speaker: Renée MacVicar Title: Personal Reflections on Charting a New Course – A Peek Behind the Scenes Description: At this Masterclass, you'll hear personal reflections from Rev. Renée MacVicar about the process "behind the scenes" of organizational change following the launch of CBAC's new Strategic […]
Pre-registration is now closed; registration at the door begins at 5:30 pm.They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated; they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations. Isaiah 61:4 The CBAC Justice Summit is a catalytic event that equips Church Teams to engage in neighbourhood-level justice. The Justice Summit […]
A Spiritual Retreat is not stopping all activity, but a change of activity. It is an intense focus on a particular activity—seeking God. It is an intentional moving away from daily routine to draw closer to God in solitude and/or in community. It involves the practice of spiritual disciplines, such as spiritual reading, silence, and […]
Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speakers: Rev. Renée MacVicar (CBAC Executive Minister); Dr. Garth Williams (CBAC Director of Leadership Development); Rev. Gavin McCombie (pastor, Life Branch Church); Rev. Angela Wade (Pastor, Union Street Atlantic Baptist Church) Title: A Hope-Filled Church Description: What does a hope-filled church look like? Every church […]
Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Title: Calling Hope-Filled Leaders Speaker: Rev. Phil Woodworth Description: We will raise the importance of a calling to vocational ministry and create opportunities for people from a variety of ages and backgrounds to understand and respond to a call to ministry. In this Masterclass, we'll […]
These are the available labs for February: Talking to Teens about Justice Clear & Compelling: Essential Tools for Church Communication What Church Treasurers need to know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits Click the links to read a detailed description or register.
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Title: Hope-filled connection for Coaching & Care Speaker: Dr. Cheryl Ann Beals with Dr. Peter Lohnes, Rev. Craig Woodcock, & Rev. Rob Heffernan Description: We will come alongside pastors and leaders to care, connect, coach and resource them so they are hopeful and effective in […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
These are the available labs for March: Unravelling Conflict Discipling Teenagers in a Changing World Click the links to read a detailed description or register.
“Political not Partisan: Christian Engagement in an Age of Polarization ” Jonathan Schut & Heather Peters (MCC) An election provides us with an opportunity to consider the political implications of our values. Further, it provides us with an opportunity to think more deeply about how we show up in the world every day. How are Christians […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
PLEASE NOTE: The time for this event is still TBD, it will likely be 9:30-11:30 am or 2:00-4:00 pm.At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you […]
God’s Chosen Leader for Canada? Christian Nationalism, Theocracy, and the Separation of Church and State Dr. Anna Robbins In this Masterclass we will explore the rise of Christian nationalism, authoritarianism, and political polarization in Canada, and the ways these forces challenge both our public discourse and the integrity of Christian witness. As election rhetoric increasingly […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
Politics After Christendom Rev. JC Jasmin (French Union) Join us for an insightful workshop that delves into the complexities of politics in the post-Christendom era. This session will offer a comprehensive overview of key issues, informed in part by the influential theories of French philosopher Chantal Delsol. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
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At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Dr. Steve McMullin Title: Hope-filled Conversations for the Future 1 Description: We will create intentional, courageous conversations about our future and seek church partnerships that further our mission in our neighbourhoods. We don't have to look far to see that the world has been […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
At least once a year Pastors are invited – often through collaboration between your local Pastoral Connector and Greg Jones, the CBAC’s Director for Connections – to gather in a hub for a leadership circle. Here you will explore a key question for conversation, share with one another stories of what is working in your […]
This retreat is now full Watch for information about the next Sozo retreat, coming November 3-6. Contact Cheryl Ann Beals for more info about Sozo Centre. A Spiritual Retreat is not stopping all activity, but a change of activity. It is an intense focus on a particular activity—seeking God. It is an intentional moving away from […]
Visit the ABW website and plan to attend interMISSION 2025! May 23-25, 2025Crandall University, Moncton, N.B.
These are the available labs for May: Do deacons really do more than serve communion? Crafting a Vision Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in grades K-6 Click the links to read a detailed description or register.
Hope-filled Conversations for the Future 2 Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 @ 1:30pm ADT (2pm NL) Speaker: Mr. Joel Murphy (ADC Director of the Futuring Lab) Title: Faithfully Navigating Tomorrow: Introducing Theo-Futures Thinking How can Christian leaders faithfully navigate a rapidly changing landscape? This Masterclass offers a dynamic introduction to Theo-Futures Thinking, a practical, theological framework […]
Join us July 30 from noon to 1:00 pm to pray for Oasis 2025. Register to receive the Zoom link.
The CBAC’s Examining Council for Ordination is scheduled for August 5-6, 2025 at the KC Irving Environmental Science Centre Auditorium (lower level), Acadia University, Wolfville, NS.
Oasis 2025 will be held August 7-9 at Acadia University in Wolfville, NS. Join us! View all of the event details on the Oasis 2025 website.
Sozo Journey Pathways to Healing and Transformation Sozo Journey: Ministry in a Traumatized World is a formation and equipping process for CBAC Pastors and Leaders. The Sozo Journey is an online spiritual community. It involves spiritual practices, including Spiritual Direction and retreats, experiential learning, reading and reflecting, and provides tools to support you in your […]
Fresh Encounter For Ministry Spouses of Active CBAC Pastoral Leaders FreshEncounter is an encouraging soul care community, offering opportunities for encountering God individually and in spiritual community. It is based on a September to June membership and has capacity for up to 15 members. For more info or to register, visit the Sozo Centre for Soul […]
The Overflowing with Hope Church Appeal aims to secure the necessary funding to advance the initiatives of the Strategic Vision and calls upon our family of churches to rise in response. Your church finance board or other leaders are welcome to register for a Zoom Q&A with CBAC’s Executive Minister and Director of Finance. October […]
FreshStart For Pastors New to Sozo FreshStart is an encouraging spiritual community for pastors, offering support for them to be proactive about their own soul care. It offers tools for coping with the stressors of ministry and our new normal of complexity. It is a community of 6-12 pastors and a place where pastors can be […]
Visit the Echo page for more details about this event.
New pastors are personally invited to this orientation time. If you have any questions, please contact our CBAC office.
Are you considering vocational ministry? Have you already taken the first steps but have questions about your fit for ministry? Want to know more about yourself and your gifts for ministry? Come to Explore, an annual event for individuals looking to enter into our process towards ordination. Register for Explore This event will help you: […]
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 @ 1:30pm ADT (2:00pm NL) Speaker: Rev. Kevin Vincent (CBAC Director of Future Church) & Dr. Joel Murphy (ADC Futuring Hub, Facilitator of Trend Research and Analysis) Description: Are strategic partnerships and creative linkages between churches the new track toward building momentum and increasing effectiveness today? Join this MasterClass as Joel Murphy […]
A spiritual retreat is an invitation to grow in freedom of spirit and openness to God. A spiritual retreat is not stopping all activity, but a change of activity. It is an intense focus on a particular activity—seeking God. It is an intentional moving away from daily routine to draw closer to God in solitude […]
This seminar is for pastors and ministry staff who are members of the Canadian Baptist Pension Plan; spouses are encouraged to attend as well. There will be five topics: Canada Life Benefits, Canadian Baptist Pension Plan, Service Canada, Legacy and Financial Wellness. The seminar is free, but registration is required as lunch is provided. Register […]
Moral scandals and toxic church culture reveal the evil within us. This Masterclass explores markers of healthy church leadership among Canadian churches, as drawn from a 2024 study of 31 congregations using Jim Collins’ good-to-great framework. These findings engage theologically with Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer’s work on harm caused by unhealthy church structures and […]
Holy Pixels: Navigating the Future of AI and the Local Church From the pew to the pulpit, AI is everywhere. What does this technology mean for preaching, pastoral care, community life, and mission? In this engaging and provocative session, we will explore the cultural currents powered by AI, the opportunities and tensions they create, and […]
CBAC Leadership Development presents Lay Learning Labs, an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you’re a treasurer, clerk, small group/Sunday school leader, the Lay Learning Lab is designed to help each congregation’s lay leaders grow and lead in this current moment. The sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm, each covering various […]
The Mission of God in a Changing World As the centre of Christianity shifts to the majority world, churches in the West must assume postures of partnership and humility that may feel unfamiliar. We will explore how mission today is being shaped by multiple cultures and contexts, inviting us to listen, learn, and serve alongside […]
CBAC Leadership Development presents Lay Learning Labs, an accessible and practical resource for lay leaders. Whether you’re a treasurer, clerk, small group/Sunday school leader, the Lay Learning Lab is designed to help each congregation’s lay leaders grow and lead in this current moment. The sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm, each covering various […]