Hartland Wesleyan Celebrates Transformed Lives!
Hartland Wesleyan (Jamin Melanson) saw six first-time decisions to follow Jesus as the congregation was invited to follow Jesus at the conclusion of a powerful message by John Albiston – PTL!
- This service was the culmination of a four-day consulting weekend at the initiative of our Assistant DS and Revitalization Director, Scott Prime (New Hope Wesleyan). The six-pastor team (with Scott & myself) was led by Church Vitalization Canada Coach John Albiston from Edmonton, AB, and included Jason Blaikie (Framework), Dave Dixon (Hillside Wesleyan), & Matt Maxwell (Journey).
CVC Coach John Albiston
Scott shared, “Vitalization is about partnering with Pastors, leaders, and churches in the Atlantic District and beyond to rediscover God’s vision, strengthen discipleship, and advance evangelism. This weekend at Hartland Wesleyan Church, we rejoiced as six people became followers of Jesus, a powerful sign of renewed spiritual life and mission in the local church. The future is bright for the Atlantic District.”
The four-day Discovery Weekend was the first step in an 18-month coaching process to identify the primary strengths of a congregation and pour gas on these fires for even greater Kingdom impact.
- Jamin and the HWC LBA & ministry leaders are to be commended for his detailed preparation and full engagement of this exciting opportunity for our Hartland Wesleyan family.
Local Church 2026 Transitions
Sharon Simoneau announced on Sunday her mid-February retirement as Lead Pastor of Westchester Wesleyan. Linda (Sterling) Fillmore has been appointed to serve as Interim Pastor until summer as the pastoral search process continues.
Atlantic District Ministerial (January 28-29) Meals Update
The Wednesday evening Buffet Banquet in Wesley Hall is complimentary for all adults registered.
- All other meals at the expense of your local church.
- Prices for PREPAID meals ONLY (Greg Mann Dining Commons)
- Kids (under 3 are free)
- Kids (3-12 are $5 per meal)
- Breakfast – $12
- Lunch – $14
- Supper – $14
- WALK-IN Prices
- Breakfast – $15
- Lunch – $20
- Supper – $23
Save the Date: January 22, 2026, 1:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time) Zoom with Dr. Chris Adams to see the results of the Flourishing in Ministry wellbeing assessment.
What: Live presentation with Dr. Chris Adams, Biola University.
- Review of the wellbeing results.
- Presentation of areas to focus on.
- Opportunity to ask questions.
When: January 22, 2026, 1:00pm Atlantic (12:00pm Eastern).
Who: All Atlantic District Pastors welcome!
Where: Zoom
Who: All Atlantic District Pastors welcome!
Where: Zoom
- Meeting Link
- Passcode: 715006
The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC) is offering a live Zoom presentation on Wednesday, January 21st @ 1:30 p.m. ET regarding Bill C-9.
- CLICK HERE for Good Faith Religious Defence talking points.
- God’s never going to bless your church, He is only going to bless His. (John Albiston)
- If He doesn’t lead it, we don’t need it! (Terry Foster)
- If your dreams don’t scare you a little bit, they’re probably not from God. (John Albiston)
Ellen joins me in expressing sincere and heartfelt condolences for Ruby Bain and family on the passing of Rev. Charles Bain.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Moncton this Friday (Jan 16) at Fair Haven Funeral Home. CLICK HERE to post support.
CLICK HERE for more details and CLICK HERE for a poster.
SAVE THE DATE – April 17, 2026!
Kingswood University – Dr. John C. Maxwell is coming to Sussex, NB!
Save the Date: April 17-18, 2026
The XY Conference – Hosted at Tidal Church, Moncton, NB. April 17-18, 2026.
Momentum is growing for the Disciple Where You Go – Maine conference May 1–2, 2026!