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Canberra Baptist Church
Bulletin
18 October 2026
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Led by the Spirit, we will explore together what it means to follow Jesus today, build an inclusive, caring community, and share God’s love and justice in words and actions.
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It’s great that you’ve taken the time to connect with us here at Canberra Baptist Church, we appreciate it can be a big step, so well done! Please complete our online Connection Card, it will help us to start to get to know you, share a bit about ourselves, and help connect you into our community.
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This Sunday (18 Oct) is our annual (12th!) Blessing of the Animals. We are looking forward to being joined by members of our church, and local community, and their pets! If you are unable to attend this Sunday, you might like to send Belinda a picture of you and your animal – by 12pm Saturday (17 Oct) – to be included in the slide show (belinda@canbap.org ) Please only bring animals to church that will be comfortable around other animals!
Also, this Sunday (18 Oct) a group of people from our church are leading a service at BaptistCare Griffith at 1.15pm in the Chapel (BaptistCare Griffith). The residents really appreciate these services and enjoy meeting those who come to share it with them. If you would like further information, speak to Merilyn Carey (0414 872 659).
Congratulations to Kerstin and Steve Wallace on becoming grandparents again! Konrad, Fiona, big sister Molly and new baby Tegan are all doing well. Blessing on you all!
Last Sunday, the Kingston Organic Community Garden (KOCG), part of the Currie Crescent Community Centre, held a successful garden stall at Kingston Green Square, raising $1,400 for Canberra Refugee Support (CRS). This is a wonderful achievement and a celebration of the commitment of KOCG members and the generosity of the local community. The funds raised will help support the valuable work that CRS undertakes alongside refugees and people seeking asylum in Canberra. Congratulations to everyone involved in making the day such a success.
| 🎁 Happy Birthday |
* Peter Ogilvie – 18th
* Catherine Stafford – 19th
* Duncan Grove – 20th
* Carolyn Bull – 23rd
* Ryan Edgerton – 24th |
| ..and to anyone have having a Birthday this week |
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If your birthday is not in our database and you would like to be included – we really encourage you to please contact office@canbap.org or speak to Belinda or Steve.
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Blessing of the Animals
This Sunday – 18 October
a rebarkable and pawsitive experience
Once a year you are warmly invited to bring your pets to church to give thanks to God for these animals that add so much to our lives. Feel free to bring your friends and family (and their pets) as well. Note: please only bring pets that are comfortable being around other pets! If you would rather send Belinda a photograph to display in the service, that is also fine – email belinda@canbap.org
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Family Church
Next Meeting Sunday 25 October
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Sunday Youth Group
Next Meeting Sunday 1 November
Sunday Youth Group will be back on Sunday 1 November. Please watch this space for all the details- or check out the Whattsapp!
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Kingston Kids Playgroup Volunteers Wanted
Could you help create a welcoming space for local families?
Kingston Kids Playgroup is looking for volunteers to join the team as either a Playgroup Coordinator or Playgroup Buddy. Both roles are supported, flexible and designed around shared leadership.
For more information:
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Family Church Event – Walk the World
Sunday, 08 November
Walk the World is coming up!
Even though this will be a part of Family Church on the 8 November, all are welcome to join in this fun, community building and faith growing prayer event.
Walk the World is about being mindful of the world around us, enjoying God’s beautiful creation, connecting as a church and praying for the community and the world.
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El Nino Mulch Working Bee MKII
Saturday 21 November
Back by popular demand, El Nino Mulch Working Bee MKII will be held from 9am-12pm on Saturday 21 November, followed by a sausage sizzle at the Manse. Our target will be to mulch the Gang Gang Garden and remaining Manse gardens. Do put the date in your diary and join the fun! Contact: David Holly
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Kids@Canbap 2027
Registrations Now Open!!
The summer holidays are coming, and so is Kids@Canbap! Join us from 18-20 January 2026 for three fantastic days of games, crafts, music, Bible stories, activities, and fun with friends. Open to children in Kindergarten to Year 6 (please register using your child’s 2026 school grade).
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out.
Registrations are now open! Register here today or scan the QRcode. ☀️🎨🎵⚽📖
A great way to finish the school holidays!
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Siev X Tragedy Memorial Event
Saturday 17 October
On 19 October 2001, an Indonesian fishing boat, enroute to Australia, sank with the deaths of 146 children, 142 women and 65 men, devastating their families and loved ones. The horror and grief felt in the Australian community, in contrast to the indifference from the then Howard government, prompted a small group of Australians to approach schools, churches and community groups across the country to create and donate remembrance poles, adorned with artwork honouring those who had died. In 2006, the SIEV X Memorial was created.
In today’s environment in which migrants and refugees are being blamed by politicians for the failures of governments to prioritise the needs of ordinary people, the SIEV X Memorial remains as relevant as ever. Speakers include SIEV X Memorial co-founders, Steve Biddulph and Rev Rod Horsfield, veteran Australian journalist, Paul Bongiorno, Lebanese Palestinian scholar and activist, Lina Koleilat and others. Please let your family and friends know about this event, and encourage them to come along. Share the Facebook event on your socials.
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This Sunday – October 18
A special event from Rhythm Syndicate –
Seasons in Song
Sunday at 2:30pm, at the Wesley Music Centre, Forrest. Rhythm Syndicate with Sarah Louise Owens and Sam Row, Pianist. Concessional tickets $20, Adults $25. Please use the QR code to book ahead, but tickets are available at the door.
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The Grandeur of Humanity (Magnifica Humanity) Forum
Why in a time of war and AI, the letter of a Pope
(May 2026 encyclical) is relevant
(Image: mediablog.catholic.org.au)
Sunday, 18 October, 5 – 8pm (Drinks and nibbles from 5pm)
Woden Valley Uniting Church Hall, 40 Gillies Street, Curtin, ACT.
Professor Neil Ormerod, Catholic Theologian, Dr Sue Wareham and Rev Dr Peter Catt discuss the importance of this document on safeguarding humanity.
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2026 David Hunter Memorial Lecture
‘Truth and the Nation We All Share’
WHEN: 6pm Thursday 22 October 2026
WHERE: Canberra Baptist Church
(refreshments from 5.15pm in Waldock Hall)
The lecture will also be broadcast online – click here
SPEAKER: Travis Lovett
Executive Director Centre for Truth Telling and Dialogue University of Melbourne
for more information scan or click the QR code.
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Saturday 24 October, Hughes Baptist Church
9am – 4pm, ‘Everyday Peacemaking’
PeaceWise is a training program to help people build a framework for peacemaking in their everyday lives. The listed price per person is $80 per person. For those attending a Baptist Church in the Canberra Region, there is a subsidy that will reduce the per-person cost to $57.
When registering, please indicate that you attend a Baptist Church and email the pastor at Hughes Baptist, Aidan Luke at aidanraluke@gmail.com.
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A special event for women
Saturday 31 October – with Dr Amy Erikson
from St Mark’s National Theological Centre
The Presbyterian Church of St Andrew are hoping to provide a positive opportunity for women to fellowship with one another and to listen to the teaching of Dr Erikson. Amy teaches theology and ethics at St Mark’s National Theological Centre in Canberra, is an author, co-author and editor of several books including ‘Sabbath Gospel: A New Narrative of Time, Rest and the Work of the Church’ and ‘God’s Yes to Women: Why the Bible’s Vision of Partnership is Good News for Us All.’
The session will end at 5pm, followed by dinner in the church hall at 5:30pm.
Please RSVP by 20th October, for catering purposes, to the church office at: office@standrewscanberra.com
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Currie Crescent Community Centre
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CCCC Newsletter
Term 3 2026
Click Here
Take a look, there are so many ways to participate in the life of the centre and don’t forget to share it with your friends and family.
For assistance or additional hardcopies, please contact the Church Office. |
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Webpages, Social Media and Helpful online links
see below
For more info or assistance please contact the Church Office
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CBC/CCCC App
 You are invited to download the CBC/CCCC Church App, it provides information about our groups, events, room hire, the church calendar, directory and much more. Keep up to date on the go.
For more information or assistance please contact the Church Office
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Thanks to Belinda for today’s flower arrangements and to Cordelia for preparing flowers for next week.
Thank you to our October stewards, Janelle Billett and Monica Holly.
Thank you to Meryl Jackson and Kathy Joyce for preparing communion in October.
Your contributions are very much valued and important.
If you’d like to be part of any of these roles, please contact the church office: office@canbap.org
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Young Families
At Canberra Baptist, we are delighted to have young families, children and babies at church! During worship, we offer:
- Family Corner – in the church foyer with craft, books and (quiet) toys. Feel free to take these into the worship space.
- Creche – a dedicated room in the church hall (turn right after entering the foyer). This room is for 0 to 5 year olds and their carers. It has a bottle warmer, nursing chairs, toys and activities and a live streaming TV so you can see and hear what’s happening in the church. Please note, children are not to be left unattended.
- Change table – inside the entry to the hall toilets.
Please note, you need to supervise your children in all these areas. And please leave the space as you found it – it’s a huge help!
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Direct Deposit
BSB: 062-901
Account: 10220184
iGive
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Tap & Give
Tap your card or phone on the tap terminal, next to the cash box in the vestibule.
Cash
Place cash donations in the metal box in the vestibule or call Ian Joyce on 0408 682 492
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The bolded groups meet this week,
the unbolded groups don’t meet this week.
If you would like any information about any of the small groups, please speak to Belinda or Steve.
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Sunday
10:00am Morning Worship
10:10am Family Church
10:10am Sunday Youth Group
11:00am Morning Tea
10:30am Board Games Group
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Monday
8.00am: Morning Prayers
6:00pm: Monica’s Yoga Class – link
7:45pm: Deacons
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Tuesday
8.00am: Morning Prayers
10.00am: Kingston Kids
& Babies Playgroup
11:00am: Morning Prayer Group II
7:30pm: Thomas’ Table
7.30pm: Feminist Book Club
7:30pm: Open Book Group
7:30pm: Movie Group
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Wednesday
08.00am: Morning Prayers
10.00am: Ladies Fellowship
(first Wed)
10.45 am: Cooking Circles
02.00 pm: 3:16 Study Group (2nd and 4th Wed)
07:30 pm: Choir Practise
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Thursday
8.00am: Morning Prayers
10.30am: Thursday Morning Bible Study
7pm: Soup and Faith
7:30pm Bible Book Club
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Friday
08.00am: Morning Prayers
08:30am: Gardening Group
10.30am: Crafty Fingers
6:00pm: Youth Group
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