BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CBAC - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CBAC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Moncton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260223T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260223T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260209T161101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T163604Z UID:30000235-1771871400-1771875000@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Lay Learning Labs – February 2026 DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm\, each covering various topics. Please note that they take place concurrently; you can only choose one each night. \n \n \n \n \n \n February Lab options\n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Jones – Understanding the Pastor-Congregation Relationship\n Please tell me … Does the pastor tell the Deacons what to do\, or do the Deacons tell the Pastor what to do?” This was the question raised one night when I and one of my colleagues were at a rather lively congregational meeting\, and it touches on a key question. What is the role\, responsibility\, and relationship of a pastor to his or her congregation\, and particularly to those in leadership? This learning lab will explore pastor-congregation relations\, considering matters such as the call process itself\, giving leadership while being accountable to the congregation\, working through conflict\, and how to resign well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateThis field is hidden when viewing the formDate\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)What role do you serve in the church?(Required)February 23\n \n Greg Jones – Understanding the Pastor-Congregation Relationship\n March 30\n \n Hannah Marriott – Growing Global Disciples\n \n \n Heather Bell-Williams – Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in Grades K-6\n \n \n MOVED TO APRIL Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n April 27\n \n Reneé MacVicar – Messy Grace & Truth\n \n \n MOVED TO MAY Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n Dan Pyke – International Belonging for Youth\n \n \n Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n May 25\n \n Karen Gunn – What Church Treasurers Need to Know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits.\n \n \n Hannah Bartlett – Impressing vs. Blessing in Youth Ministry\n \n \n Gordon Dickinson – Clear & Compelling Communication\n \n \n Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/lay-learning-labs-february-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CBAC-Lay-Learning-Labs.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260224T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260224T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20251124T145748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T170213Z UID:30000232-1771939800-1771943400@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Masterclass - February 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Mission of God in a Changing World\nAs 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 the global church. \nJennifer Lau began her tenure as Executive Director of Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) in 2020. She has served with CBM since 2002 in various capacities\, primarily providing strategic direction for all of CBM’s partnerships and initiatives in North America. Prior to becoming the Executive Director\, she served as the Associate Executive Director\, where she was responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations. She also created CBM’s Mosaic Magazine and served as its Managing Editor for over a decade. In addition to her work with CBM\, Jennifer served as a Vice-President of the Baptist World Alliance from 2020-2025. \nMasterclass is a series of events from our CBAC Leadership Development department\, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders through continued learning from world-class speakers. Sponsored by Crandall University. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/masterclass-february-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Masterclass-Feb2026-Jennifer-Lau-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260330T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260330T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260209T161905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T144903Z UID:30000236-1774895400-1774899000@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Lay Learning Labs – March 2026 DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm\, each covering various topics. Please note that they take place concurrently; you can only choose one each night. \n \n \n \n \n \n March Lab options\n \n \n \n \n \n Hannah Marriott – Growing Global Disciples\n A Next Gen Pathway for Mission Engagement Kids and youth leaders play a key role in shaping how the next generation comes to understand God’s heart for the world. This session will explore practical\, age-appropriate ways to teach global mission as a cohesive plan—from Sunday school through youth group. \n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Bell-Williams – Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in Grades K-6"\n In this practical workshop we’ll go over proactive as well as responsive strategies for volunteers in order that they can help kids manage their behaviours. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateThis field is hidden when viewing the formDate\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)What role do you serve in the church?(Required)February 23\n \n Greg Jones – Understanding the Pastor-Congregation Relationship\n March 30\n \n Hannah Marriott – Growing Global Disciples\n \n \n Heather Bell-Williams – Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in Grades K-6\n \n \n MOVED TO APRIL Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n April 27\n \n Reneé MacVicar – Messy Grace & Truth\n \n \n MOVED TO MAY Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n Dan Pyke – International Belonging for Youth\n \n \n Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n May 25\n \n Karen Gunn – What Church Treasurers Need to Know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits.\n \n \n Hannah Bartlett – Impressing vs. Blessing in Youth Ministry\n \n \n Gordon Dickinson – Clear & Compelling Communication\n \n \n Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/lay-learning-labs-march-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CBAC-Lay-Learning-Labs.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260309T125417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183509Z UID:30000239-1776157200-1776182400@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Temporary Shepherds (Kentville) DESCRIPTION:Temporary Shepherds\nHelping Churches Become Healthier in Times of Pastoral Transitions\nA time of pastoral transition can be an opportunity for a church to experience greater health and mission awareness. The chances of the church experiencing new health and vitality in a pastoral transition period are stronger if the church has someone serving as a temporary shepherd who has a heart for the church and understands the transition process. \nTo that end\, Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada is offering a workshop for anyone interested in interim ministry. This workshop\, led and facilitated by Dr. Gordon Sutherland\, will benefit those who may be considering serving as an interim. It would also be of benefit to anyone who is already serving as an interim\, as your experience and insights will be a valuable addition to our discussions. \nIn this one-day workshop\, we will explore what a church needs in the way of pastoral leadership during a pastoral transition. We will discuss the advantages of serving in an interim role and examine the challenges interim pastors face. We will identify key core skills and examine ethical issues that every interim pastor must know how to handle. \nAs part of our discussion\, we will look at a number of assessment tools which can be helpful in guiding the church to better understand itself and its mission. \nThis one-day workshop is being offered in four locations. Please note the correct dates: \n\nTuesday\, April 14 at Kentville Baptist Church (Kentville\, NS)\nWednesday\, April 15 at Birch Cove Baptist Church (Halifax\, NS)\nTuesday\, May 5 at New Hope Community Church (Moncton\, NB)\nWednesday\, May 6 at Oromocto Baptist Church (Oromocto\, NB)\n\nThe workshops will be from 9:00am to 4:00pm\, and lunch will be provided as part of the $30 registration cost. If cost is a barrier or you have further questions\, please contact Greg Jones. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/temporary-shepherds-kentville/ LOCATION:Kentville Baptist Church\, 503 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1L4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Connections Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Temporary-Shepherds-Kentville.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC":MAILTO:cbac@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260414T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260414T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20251124T150006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T164335Z UID:30000233-1776173400-1776177000@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Masterclass - April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Faith Forward: Forming Leaders for the Future of Ministry\nWe know the landscape of ministry is changing rapidly. Churches face shifting cultural expectations\, emerging technologies\, declining institutional trust\, and new opportunities for mission. What kind of leaders will the church need in the coming decades—and how must theological education adapt? \nIn this Masterclass\, we will explore the future of theological education and the formation of pastors in a changing world. Drawing on current futures research\, data from the Association of Theological Schools\, practical experience in theological leadership\, and emerging models of ministry training\, this session will consider how seminaries and churches can partner to prepare resilient\, mission-focused leaders for the future. \n\n\nRev. Dr. Anna M. Robbins is the President of Acadia Divinity College\, additionally serving as the Dean of Theology for Acadia University\, and the Dr. Millard R. Cherry Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture. Anna is a leader committed to serving the mission of Christ’s church locally and globally\, with faithful integrity that applies the gospel to real-life issues and relationships with justice\, innovation\, academic rigour\, and joyful expectation. She has an international profile in theology and apologetics\, ethics\, and contemporary culture\, and is sought after as a speaker and teacher. \n\n\nMasterclass is a series of events from our CBAC Leadership Development department\, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders through continued learning from world-class speakers. Sponsored by Crandall University. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/masterclass-april-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Masterclass-Apr2026-Anna-Robbins-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260415T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260309T173624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T003955Z UID:30000240-1776243600-1776268800@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Temporary Shepherds (Halifax) DESCRIPTION:Temporary Shepherds\nHelping Churches Become Healthier in Times of Pastoral Transitions\nA time of pastoral transition can be an opportunity for a church to experience greater health and mission awareness. The chances of the church experiencing new health and vitality in a pastoral transition period are stronger if the church has someone serving as a temporary shepherd who has a heart for the church and understands the transition process. \nTo that end\, Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada is offering a workshop for anyone interested in interim ministry. This workshop\, led and facilitated by Dr. Gordon Sutherland\, will benefit those who may be considering serving as an interim. It would also be of benefit to anyone who is already serving as an interim\, as your experience and insights will be a valuable addition to our discussions. \nIn this one-day workshop\, we will explore what a church needs in the way of pastoral leadership during a pastoral transition. We will discuss the advantages of serving in an interim role and examine the challenges interim pastors face. We will identify key core skills and examine ethical issues that every interim pastor must know how to handle. \nAs part of our discussion\, we will look at a number of assessment tools which can be helpful in guiding the church to better understand itself and its mission. \nThis one-day workshop is being offered in four locations. Please note the correct dates: \n\nTuesday\, April 14 at Kentville Baptist Church (Kentville\, NS)\nWednesday\, April 15 at Birch Cove Baptist Church (Halifax\, NS)\nTuesday\, May 5 at New Hope Community Church (Moncton\, NB)\nWednesday\, May 6 at Oromocto Baptist Church (Oromocto\, NB)\n\nThe workshops will be from 9:00am to 4:00pm\, and lunch will be provided as part of the $30 registration cost. If cost is a barrier or you have further questions\, please contact Greg Jones. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/temporary-shepherds-halifax/ LOCATION:Birch Cove Baptist Church\, 50 Donaldson Ave.\, Halifax\, NS\, B3M 3B5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Connections Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Temporary-Shepherds-Halifax.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Connections":MAILTO:greg.jones@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260419T113000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260316T233635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T151119Z UID:30000246-1776445200-1776598200@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Sozo FreshEncounter Retreat 2026 DESCRIPTION:FreshEncounter Retreat\nFor Ministry Spouses of Active CBAC Pastoral Leaders\nThe FreshEncounter Retreat is a spiritual retreat for ministry leaders’ spouses. The FreshEncounter Retreat offers space to connect deeply with God in community and in solitude. It’s a spiritual retreat in which we step away from the pace of our everyday lives to intentionally slow down and focus on being with God\, ourselves and others. This retreat is facilitated by Kelly Carline\, spiritual director. \nComments from past participants:\n“I experienced God in quiet and solitude; through nature\, heartfelt chats and sharing. It made me feel like I am not alone.” \n“We encouraged one another gently and lovingly\, having a safe\, honest\, intimate and vulnerable gathering was so refreshing.” \nDetails:\n\nApril 17-19\, 2026 – Friday 5:00pm to Sunday 11:30am (3 days/2 nights)\nBayside Camp – 1503 Ketch Harbour Rd\, Sambro Head NS (30 mins from Halifax)\nLodging – Single room\, shared bathroom. It is a modern camp style with one bunk bed per room with a small table\, chair and lamp. Bring own bedding\, towels\, etc.\nCost\n\nNo Sozo Membership: Early bird\, by April 3: $200; after April 3: $225\nPaid for a retreat as part of Sozo Membership: $0\nUpgrading Sozo Membership to include a retreat: $150\n\n\nRegistration deadline: April 10\, 2026\n\nPlease download the retreat info page for further details: \n \n Retreat Info Page\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sorry\, the registration deadline has passed. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/sozo-freshencounter-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Bayside Camp near Halifax\, NS\, 1503 Ketch Harbour Road\, Sambro Head\, Nova Scotia\, B3V 1L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Sozo Centre for Soul Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sozo-Retreat-at-Bayside.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Sozo Centre for Soul Care":MAILTO:cherylann.beals@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260420T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260316T214235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T134130Z UID:30000245-1776686400-1776945600@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Sozo Spring Pastors Retreat 2026 DESCRIPTION:Spring Pastors Retreat\nFor CBAC Pastoral Leaders\nThe Spring Pastors Retreat is a space to draw closer to God in community and in solitude. The theme is “The Lord is Our Strength.” This retreat is facilitated by Rev. Sandy Sutherland\, spiritual director. \nDetails:\n\nApril 20-23\, 2026 – Monday 12:00pm to Thursday 12:00pm (4 days/3 nights)\nBayside Camp – 1503 Ketch Harbour Rd\, Sambro Head NS (30 mins from Halifax)\nLodging – Single room\, shared bathroom. It is a modern camp style with one bunk bed per room with a small table\, chair and lamp. Bring own bedding\, towels\, etc.\nCost\n\nFirst time for a Sozo Retreat: Early bird\, by April 10: $175; after April 10: $200\nReturning\, no Sozo Membership: Early bird\, by April 10: $275; after April 10: $300\nPaid for a retreat as part of a Sozo Membership: $0\nUpgrading Sozo Membership to include a retreat: $150\n\n\nRegistration deadline: April 13\, 2026\n\nPlease download the retreat info page for further details: \n \n Retreat Info Page\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sorry\, the registration deadline has passed. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/sozo-spring-pastors-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Bayside Camp near Halifax\, NS\, 1503 Ketch Harbour Road\, Sambro Head\, Nova Scotia\, B3V 1L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Sozo Centre for Soul Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sozo-Spring-Pastors-Retreat.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Sozo Centre for Soul Care":MAILTO:cherylann.beals@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260316T170829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T172614Z UID:30000244-1776690000-1776776400@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:The Summit 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Summit is an annual retreat for paid (part-time or full-time) Youth Pastors\, Children Pastors and Camp Directors in our CBAC family.\nThe Summit is a space for Next-Gen leaders to celebrate\, share\, and support each other\, while experiencing deep soul rest\, and equipping sessions.\nFor details and registration\, please visit the Summit 2026 page. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/the-summit-2026/ LOCATION:Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro\, 437 Prince Street\, Truro\, Nova Scotia\, B2N 1E6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Youth & Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Summit.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Youth & Family Ministries":MAILTO:youthandfamily@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260427T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260427T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260209T163341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182901Z UID:30000237-1777314600-1777318200@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Lay Learning Labs – April 2026 DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm\, each covering various topics. Please note that they take place concurrently; you can only choose one each night. \n \n \n \n \n \n April Lab options\n \n \n \n \n \n Reneé MacVicar – Messy Grace & Truth \n Messy Grace and Truth – How the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) resource could help your church.\nWhile CBAC holds to a traditional biblical understanding of marriage\, we also have a deep desire to be gracious\, welcoming\, and loving toward all people who enter our churches. This learning lab will give you a taste of the SOGI resource to help you consider how to faithfully express convictions in a world full of differing perspectives and how to lead and love like Jesus in your context.\n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Pyke – International Belonging for Youth\n As our communities become more diverse\, many churches are asking how to meaningfully welcome and include young people from different cultural backgrounds. This Lay Learning Lab explores how to cultivate genuine belonging for internationally connected youth—not just through programs\, but through the life of the church—by reflecting on a biblical vision of belonging\, considering the experiences of newcomer and multicultural youth\, and identifying practical ways to grow more hospitable and relational ministries. \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversaton Café\n Conversation Cafe is a P2C Connecting Streams ministry where a church welcomes international people from their congregation or community who are in need of help improving their English. The goal is to provide a supportive atmosphere where people can enhance their conversational abilities without fear of making errors\, all while being introduced to Jesus and His teachings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateThis field is hidden when viewing the formDate\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)What role do you serve in the church?(Required)February 23\n \n Greg Jones – Understanding the Pastor-Congregation Relationship\n March 30\n \n Hannah Marriott – Growing Global Disciples\n \n \n Heather Bell-Williams – Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in Grades K-6\n \n \n MOVED TO APRIL Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n April 27\n \n Reneé MacVicar – Messy Grace & Truth\n \n \n MOVED TO MAY Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n Dan Pyke – International Belonging for Youth\n \n \n Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n May 25\n \n Karen Gunn – What Church Treasurers Need to Know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits.\n \n \n Hannah Bartlett – Impressing vs. Blessing in Youth Ministry\n \n \n Gordon Dickinson – Clear & Compelling Communication\n \n \n Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/lay-learning-labs-april-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CBAC-Lay-Learning-Labs.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20250812T145147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T231512Z UID:30000222-1777766400-1777852799@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:CBAC Sunday 2026 DESCRIPTION:We plan to make the first Sunday of May a special time each year where we gather the collective focus of our churches to what God is doing among us. Save the date of May 3\, 2026 and plan to be part of this special day! URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/cbac-sunday-2026/ LOCATION:Video Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CBAC-Sunday-2026-Promo-Slide.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC":MAILTO:cbac@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260309T174504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190758Z UID:30000242-1777971600-1777996800@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Temporary Shepherds (Moncton) DESCRIPTION:Temporary Shepherds\nHelping Churches Become Healthier in Times of Pastoral Transitions\nA time of pastoral transition can be an opportunity for a church to experience greater health and mission awareness. The chances of the church experiencing new health and vitality in a pastoral transition period are stronger if the church has someone serving as a temporary shepherd who has a heart for the church and understands the transition process. \nTo that end\, Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada is offering a workshop for anyone interested in interim ministry. This workshop\, led and facilitated by Dr. Gordon Sutherland\, will benefit those who may be considering serving as an interim. It would also be of benefit to anyone who is already serving as an interim\, as your experience and insights will be a valuable addition to our discussions. \nIn this one-day workshop\, we will explore what a church needs in the way of pastoral leadership during a pastoral transition. We will discuss the advantages of serving in an interim role and examine the challenges interim pastors face. We will identify key core skills and examine ethical issues that every interim pastor must know how to handle. \nAs part of our discussion\, we will look at a number of assessment tools which can be helpful in guiding the church to better understand itself and its mission. \nThis one-day workshop is being offered in four locations. Please note the correct dates: \n\nTuesday\, April 14 at Kentville Baptist Church (Kentville\, NS)\nWednesday\, April 15 at Birch Cove Baptist Church (Halifax\, NS)\nTuesday\, May 5 at New Hope Community Church (Moncton\, NB)\nWednesday\, May 6 at Oromocto Baptist Church (Oromocto\, NB)\n\nThe workshops will be from 9:00am to 4:00pm\, and lunch will be provided as part of the $30 registration cost. If cost is a barrier or you have further questions\, please contact Greg Jones. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/temporary-shepherds-moncton/ LOCATION:New Hope Community Church\, 47529 Homestead Road\, Steeves Mountain\, New Brunswick\, E1G 4K3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Connections Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Temporary-Shepherds-Moncton-revised.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Connections":MAILTO:greg.jones@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260309T174054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T191232Z UID:30000241-1778058000-1778083200@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Temporary Shepherds (Frederiction) DESCRIPTION:Temporary Shepherds\nHelping Churches Become Healthier in Times of Pastoral Transitions\nA time of pastoral transition can be an opportunity for a church to experience greater health and mission awareness. The chances of the church experiencing new health and vitality in a pastoral transition period are stronger if the church has someone serving as a temporary shepherd who has a heart for the church and understands the transition process. \nTo that end\, Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada is offering a workshop for anyone interested in interim ministry. This workshop\, led and facilitated by Dr. Gordon Sutherland\, will benefit those who may be considering serving as an interim. It would also be of benefit to anyone who is already serving as an interim\, as your experience and insights will be a valuable addition to our discussions. \nIn this one-day workshop\, we will explore what a church needs in the way of pastoral leadership during a pastoral transition. We will discuss the advantages of serving in an interim role and examine the challenges interim pastors face. We will identify key core skills and examine ethical issues that every interim pastor must know how to handle. \nAs part of our discussion\, we will look at a number of assessment tools which can be helpful in guiding the church to better understand itself and its mission. \nThis one-day workshop is being offered in four locations. Please note the correct dates: \n\nTuesday\, April 14 at Kentville Baptist Church (Kentville\, NS)\nWednesday\, April 15 at Birch Cove Baptist Church (Halifax\, NS)\nTuesday\, May 5 at New Hope Community Church (Moncton\, NB)\nWednesday\, May 6 at Oromocto Baptist Church (Oromocto\, NB)\n\nThe workshops will be from 9:00am to 4:00pm\, and lunch will be provided as part of the $30 registration cost. If cost is a barrier or you have further questions\, please contact Greg Jones. URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/temporary-shepherds-fredericton/ LOCATION:Oromocto Baptist Church\, 10 Doyle Drive\, Oromocto\, New Brunswick\, E2V 0B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Connections Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Temporary-Shepherds-Oromocto-revised.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Connections":MAILTO:greg.jones@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260519T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260519T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20251124T150219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T160847Z UID:30000234-1779197400-1779201000@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Masterclass - May 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Future of Denominations: Leading with Hope in a Changing Landscape\nDenominations are navigating profound cultural\, generational\, and structural shifts. Yet in the midst of all this change\, there is also deep opportunity. In this Masterclass\, we’ll take an honest look at the trends shaping the future of denominational life and explore what it means to lead with a posture of hope. Drawing on research\, experience\, and stories from around the globe\, we will consider how adaptive leadership\, collaborative polycentric mission\, and renewed clarity of purpose can strengthen our churches for the next generation. Together\, we’ll reflect on what we may need to release\, what we must reimagine\, and what we are called to renew so that our shared ministry continues to overflow with hope. This Masterclass is designed to encourage and spark practical imagination for pastors and leaders who are faithfully serving in this changing moment. \nMasterclass is a series of events from our CBAC Leadership Development department\, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders through continued learning from world-class speakers. Sponsored by Crandall University.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Please register to receive a Zoom link \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)Staff Position(Required)\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/masterclass-may-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Masterclass-May2026-Renee-and-Raphael-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260525T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260525T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260209T164323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T153341Z UID:30000238-1779733800-1779737400@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Lay Learning Labs – May 2026 DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe sessions will be held on Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm\, each covering various topics. Please note that they take place concurrently; you can only choose one each night. \n \n \n \n \n \n May Lab options\n \n \n \n \n \n Karen Gunn – What Church Treasurers need to Know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits.\n Karen will walk treasures and finance board members through the eligibility and contribution process\, answer some of the Frequently Asked Questions and share recommended practices for sick leave. All important things a church needs to know if they have paid employees.\n \n \n \n \n \n Hannah Bartlett – Impressing vs. Blessing in Youth ministry\n In a ministry culture that often celebrates what looks impressive – big events\, polished programs\, and eye-catching moments – it’s easy to confuse attraction with transformation. \nThis learning lab is an invitation to step back and examine the difference between impressing young people and truly blessing them. Together\, we’ll explore how biblical hospitality\, presence\, and faithfulness often shape hearts more deeply than hype or production value. \n \n \n \n \n \n Gordon Dickinson – Clear & Compelling Communication\n Learn essential communication tools and skills to engage your congregation\, get the word out\, and enhance your church’s impact. \n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Bennett – Justice\n Description coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateThis field is hidden when viewing the formDate\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)What role do you serve in the church?(Required)February 23\n \n Greg Jones – Understanding the Pastor-Congregation Relationship\n March 30\n \n Hannah Marriott – Growing Global Disciples\n \n \n Heather Bell-Williams – Help Me Manage! Classroom Management for Ministry Volunteers in Grades K-6\n \n \n MOVED TO APRIL Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n April 27\n \n Reneé MacVicar – Messy Grace & Truth\n \n \n MOVED TO MAY Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n Dan Pyke – International Belonging for Youth\n \n \n Jeneanne Ohlhauser – Conversation Café\n May 25\n \n Karen Gunn – What Church Treasurers Need to Know about the Pension and Insurance Benefits.\n \n \n Hannah Bartlett – Impressing vs. Blessing in Youth Ministry\n \n \n Gordon Dickinson – Clear & Compelling Communication\n \n \n Laura Bennett – Justice\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/lay-learning-labs-may-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CBAC-Lay-Learning-Labs.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260316T142533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T142533Z UID:30000243-1780617600-1780790399@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:One Con 2026 DESCRIPTION:Please view the One Con website for all information and registration URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/one-con-2026/ LOCATION:Moncton Coliseum\, 377 Killam Drive\, Moncton\, New Brunswick\, E1C 3T1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Youth & Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/kcc_one_con_Slide-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC Youth & Family Ministries":MAILTO:youthandfamily@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20260616T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20260616T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20260416T161535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T161542Z UID:30000247-1781616600-1781620200@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Masterclass - June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Exploring Frameworks for Healing and Repair with Indigenous Neighbours\nWhat would it look like for churches to become places skilled in the art of repair?  \nThere were specific decisions made theologically in the processes of colonization that have left us without some of the tools and skills we need to do this important work. Churches are being called to reckon more honestly with our histories\, and our roles in systems that have caused harm. But many of us are overwhelmed and don’t know how to take the next steps in a journey of reconciliation.  \nIn this Masterclass\, we will draw on the theological and ethical framework developed in Mend: An Invitation from Jesus to Return to Land-based Repair. This session invites participants into a deeper engagement with the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 and how we can address the needs of right relationship in our own communities\, whether we are in touch with Indigenous neighbours or not. We will also explore new frameworks for leaving a lasting legacy when churches are facing closure. \nJodi Spargur lives on unceded Coast Salish territories in the city of Vancouver\, where she has worked as a farmer\, pastor\, and catalyzer for justice and healing between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peoples. After completing an MDiv at Regent College in 2003 she pastored and church planted with the CBWC in Vancouver and in 2015 launched Red Clover Initiatives\, a non-profit network fostering Indigenous-led local actions for healing\, justice\, and right relations. Jodi is currently a PhD candidate with NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community\, exploring Indigenous theology and Christian ethics. When not working Jodi finds renewal on the land—fishing\, camping\, and tending the places that continue to inspire her work. \nMasterclass is a series of events from our CBAC Leadership Development department\, seeking the transformation of our CBAC leaders through continued learning from world-class speakers. Sponsored by Crandall University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Please register to receive a Zoom link \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent TitleThis field is hidden when viewing the formEvent DateName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Church(Required)Staff Position(Required)\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/masterclass-june-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Masterclass-June2026-Jodi-Spargur.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTSTAMP:20260507T235025 CREATED:20250812T144731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T144731Z UID:30000221-1785974400-1786233599@atlanticbaptist.ca SUMMARY:Oasis 2026 DESCRIPTION:Oasis 2026 will be held August 6-8 in Wolfville\, NS\, at Acadia University – save the date and plan to join us! URL:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/event/oasis-2026/ LOCATION:Acadia University\, 15 University Ave\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4P 2R6\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlanticbaptist.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Oasis.png ORGANIZER;CN="CBAC":MAILTO:cbac@baptist-atlantic.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR