Visiting a church for the very first time can be a bit nerve racking. However, having an idea of what to expect can help make taking this step easier. Check out the links to your right to learn more about our Sunday services, what there is for kids, our staff, and what we believe. We look forward to meeting you.
At Whyte Ridge Baptist, we value relationship. We believe it is the key to finding one's way into the life of the church whatever your age or stage of life. This may mean stepping out of your comfort zone, but the rewards for doing so are great.
Consider the links to the right as doorways to opportunities for connecting in a meaningful way at Whyte Ridge Baptist.
I hope all of you are excited for this weeks Youth Event this Friday!
We’re finding out what the plan is for the rest of the year, learning each others stories and inviting others to join our story. I can’t wait to see us put the lessons we’re learning into action, inviting our friends and new potential friends into our lives.
Since covid we have stayed away from snacks that are not prepackaged. But this new year we want to give opportunity for parents to get involved again in different ways. The first way is going to be for parents who want to help with snacks. If that is you please contact Erika Cooper who will be excited to collaborate with you!
We have some exciting events coming up to mark your calendars on!
– We will be attending as a Youth group of going to be the Manitoba Mission Fest especially the Friday Event on February 2nd.
– WRBC Family Night – Friday, February 23, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Coffee House, Board Games, Large Group Games, Movies. . . something for everyone!
Women at Whyte Ridge Fellowship Breakfast – Saturday, February 10, 9:30 – 11:30am. Theme: Our Identity in Christ; Speaker: Pat Janke. Cost: $10.00 (payment due when you sign up). Registration deadline February 4. Online registration HERE. In person registration in the foyer on January 21, 28 and February 4 (payment due with registration).
WRBC Family Night— Friday, February 23. Coffee house, board games, large group games… something for everyone. 6:00-8:00pm—events for all ages; 8:00-10:00pm gym for organized sports.
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 – Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
To help us live out our mission to “Make and Nurture Followers of Jesus Christ through Healthy Relationships” we invite you to share how you’d like to participate this winter in our 9 week LifePath Journey: The Kingdom Consummated (Matt 24-28): LifePath Journey Interest Survey 2024
Come to the Table—January 31, 5:30 – 7:00pm (meal 5:30-6:30). Cost: $7/person; $25/household of four ($5/add). Register online by Sunday prior. Discussion Groups meet after CTTT, 7:00-8:30pm in fireside room or foyer. Come to the Table Registration January 31. Menu: Chicken Lasagna, Salad, Garlic Toast Dessert: Blueberry Eton Mess.
LifePath Journey Wednesday Night Discussion Groups – Designed for casual attendance following Come to the Table (7:00– 8:30pm) in the front foyer. January 24 – March 20 (nine weeks).
LifePath Seasonal LifeGroups – Designed for regular attendance following Come to the Table (7:00-8:30pm) at the church on Wednesday nights, January 24 – March 20. Also offered throughout the week in host homes (as available).
Precept Bible Study – Leviticus (7 lessons). A Holy God, A Holy People – Wednesdays, January 24-March 6, 7:00pm. Cost: $25. Register HERE. Numbers (7 lessons) Trusting God in the Wilderness – Wednesdays, March 13 – May 1 (*no meeting March 27). Cost: $25. Register HERE. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Whyte Ridge Baptist has joined “Welcome Church,” the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada’s network of churches who welcome newcomers to Canada! Learn how you can be involved! Come watch introductory videos and discuss ideas. January 28, 9:00 – 10:00 am at the Church! Contact ecc@whyteridgebaptist.ca if questions.
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
Growing in Grace – February 8, 12:00pm We will watch the movie “Sound of Freedom” and enjoy some movie food. Register and pay by February 5. Contact: Bonnie (204-797-3140). Register HERE.
Men’s Breakfast – Saturday, February 17, 9 – 11 am. Cost: $10. Speaker: Pastor Terry Janke – A Theology of Retirement: Developing a Faith Robust Enough to Handle any Transition. Contact: Pastor Doug (204-997-6659). Register HERE. Registration deadline Monday, Feb 12.
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Maniitoba (February 2-4)—Missionfest Manitoba begins in just 12 days! Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Download the Whyte Ridge Baptist APP today at www.whyteridgebaptist.ca/APP! (note it will direct to a Tithe.ly app given they host the app – this is not the GIVE app).
Don’t delay – live services, registration, giving, the Prayer Wall and more – You can find it in the app!
Come to the Core—January 21, 7:00pm. An equipping event for the whole church aimed at equipping us in worship and prayer.
WRBC Annual General Meeting – February 4 following the service (Subway sandwiches provided for lunch). 2023 Annual Report: 2023 Annual Report (hard copies available at the Welcome Centre).
Women at Whyte Ridge Fellowship Breakfast – Saturday, February 10, 9:30 – 11:30am. Theme: Our Identity in Christ; Speaker: Pat Janke. Cost: $10.00 (payment due when you sign up). Registration deadline February 4. Online registration HERE. In person registration in the foyer on January 21, 28 and February 4 (payment due with registration).
WRBC Family Night— Friday, February 23. Coffee house, board games, large group games… something for everyone. 6:00-8:00pm—events for all ages; 8:00-10:00pm gym for organized sports.
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 – Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
To help us live out our mission to “Make and Nurture Followers of Jesus Christ through Healthy Relationships” we invite you to share how you’d like to participate this winter in our 9 week LifePath Journey: The Kingdom Consummated (Matt 24-28): LifePath Journey Interest Survey 2024
Come to the Table—January 24, 5:30 – 7:00pm (meal 5:30-6:30). Cost: $7/person; $25/household of four ($5/add). Register online by Sunday prior. Discussion Groups meet after CTTT, 7:00-8:30pm in fireside room or foyer. Come to the Table Registration – January 24. Menu: Farmer Sausage with Perogies, Texas Sheet Cake.
LifePath Journey Wednesday Night Discussion Groups – Designed for casual attendance following Come to the Table (7:00– 8:30pm) in the front foyer. January 24 – March 20 (nine weeks).
LifePath Seasonal LifeGroups – Designed for regular attendance following Come to the Table (7:00-8:30pm) at the church on Wednesday nights, January 24 – March 20. Also offered throughout the week in host homes (as available).
Precept Bible Study – Leviticus (7 lessons). A Holy God, A Holy People – Wednesdays, January 24-March 6, 7:00pm. Cost: $25. Register HERE. Numbers (7 lessons) Trusting God in the Wilderness – Wednesdays, March 13 – May 1 (*no meeting March 27). Cost: $25. Register HERE. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Whyte Ridge Baptist has joined “Welcome Church,” the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada’s network of churches who welcome newcomers to Canada! Learn how you can be involved! Come watch introductory videos and discuss ideas. January 28, 9:00 – 10:00 am at the Church! Contact ecc@whyteridgebaptist.ca if questions.
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
Growing in Grace – February 8, 12:00pm We will watch the movie “Sound of Freedom” and enjoy some movie food. Register and pay by February 5. Contact: Bonnie (204-797-3140). Register HERE.
Men’s Breakfast – Saturday, February 17, 9 – 11 am. Cost: $10. Contact: Pastor Doug (204-997-6659). Register HERE. Registration deadline Monday, Feb 12.
Exploring Friendship-Focused Discipleship—Sharing our experiences of sharing Christ and growing friendship to discern next steps for our church family. Everyone Welcome! Tuesday, February 20 , 7:00-8: 30 pm. Contact: Pastor Doug Friesen.
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Maniitoba (February 2-4)—Missionfest Manitoba begins in just 12 days! Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Newcomers Lunch—January 21, 12:00pm We are planning a Newcomer’s Lunch for people/families who are new to Whyte Ridge Baptist Church. This lunch will be held on January 21, 12:00pm. We invite you to attend. This will be an opportunity for you to meet the staff and members of the board and deacons. Please complete the attached survey with your food preferences. Registration required by January 16, 2024. Subway sandwiches, chips and beverages will be served. Gluten free option available. Register HERE.
Come to the Core—January 21, 7:00pm. An equipping event for the whole church aimed at equipping us in worship and prayer.
WRBC Family Night— Friday, February 23. Coffee house, board games, large group games… something for everyone. 6:00-8:00pm—events for all ages; 8:00-10:00pm gym for organized sports.
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 – Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
To help us live out our mission to “Make and Nurture Followers of Jesus Christ through Healthy Relationships” we invite you to share how you’d like to participate this winter in our 9 week LifePath Journey: The Kingdom Consummated (Matt 24-28): LifePath Journey Interest Survey 2024
Precept Bible Study – Leviticus (7 lessons). A Holy God, A Holy People – Wednesdays, January 24-March 6, 7:00pm. Cost: $25. Register HERE. Numbers (7 lessons) Trusting God in the Wilderness – Wednesdays, March 13 – May 1 (*no meeting March 27). Cost: $25. Register HERE. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
Women at Whyte Ridge Fellowship Breakfast – Saturday, February 10, 9:30 – 11:30am. Theme: Our Identity in Christ; Speaker: Pat Janke. Cost: $10.00 (payment is due when you sign up). Registration deadline February 4. Register HERE.
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Newcomers Lunch—January 21, 12:00pm We are planning a Newcomer’s Lunch for people/families who are new to Whyte Ridge Baptist Church. This lunch will be held on January 21, 12:00pm. We invite you to attend. This will be an opportunity for you to meet the staff and members of the board and deacons. Please complete the attached survey with your food preferences. Registration required by January 16, 2024. Subway sandwiches, chips and beverages will be served. Gluten free option available. Register HERE.
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 – Missionfest Manitoba is coming the beginning of February! Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
Growing in Grace Lunch – Join us on January 11 at noon for a great meal, lots of fun and a game of Bible trivia. Please sign up and pay by January 7. Call Bonnie for more info (204-797-3140). Online registration HERE. Cost: $10/person.
Precept Bible Study – Leviticus (7 lessons). A Holy God, A Holy People – Wednesdays, January 24-March 6, 7:00pm. Cost: $25. Register HERE. Numbers (7 lessons) Trusting God in the Wilderness – Wednesdays, March 13 – May 1 (*no meeting March 27). Cost: $25. Register HERE. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
It is a new year and we have a new opportunity to connect and build relationships with one another and with Jesus!
We have some exciting events coming up that we can’t wait to jump into with you!
Since covid we have stayed away from snacks that are not prepackaged. But this new year we want to give opportunity for parents to get involved again in different ways. The first way is going to be for parents who want to help with snacks. If that is you please contact Erika Cooper who will be excited to collaborate with you! (erikacooper0101@gmail.com)
We have some exciting events coming up to mark your calendars on!
This Friday (Jan 5th) we have a Guest Speaker Alexis join us to talk about what God’s been doing in her life since she stepped into the missionary field!
The following week (Jan 12th) there is a missionary couple who are going to present their lives as missionaries at Rowandale Church, and we’ve been invited to join them (feel free to discuss some carpooling opportunities with your friends)
And one more exciting Missionary event we will be attending as a Youth group of going to be the Manitoba Mission Fest especially the Friday Event on February 2nd.
I dont know if you’re noticing a theme… but I think God might have something in store for us this year to help us focus on the great commission in Matthew 28.
The deadline for donations for 2023 tax receipting is December 31, 2023.
All cheques must be dated no later than December 31, 2023.
If mailed, envelopes must be postmarked no later than December 31.
Donations may also be dropped off at the church by noon on Sunday, December 31.
Electronic giving options must be exercised by midnight December 31, 2023.
Newcomers Lunch—January 21, 12:00pm We are planning a Newcomer’s Lunch for people/families who are new to Whyte Ridge Baptist Church. This lunch will be held on January 21, 12:00pm. We invite you to attend. This will be an opportunity for you to meet the staff and members of the board and deacons. Please complete the attached survey with your food preferences. Register by January 16. Registration required by January 16, 2024. Subway sandwiches, chips and beverages will be served. Gluten free option available. Register HERE.
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 – Missionfest Manitoba is coming the beginning of February! Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be informed, inspired, equipped and involved in the Great Commission. For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
On the first Thursday of the month WRBC facilitates a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am, the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
Growing in Grace Lunch – Join us on January 11 at noon for a great meal, lots of fun and a game of Bible trivia. Please sign up and pay by January 7. Call Bonnie for more info (204-797-3140). Online registration HERE. Cost: $10/person.
Precept Bible Study – Leviticus (7 lessons). A Holy God, A Holy People – Wednesdays, January 24-March 6, 7:00pm. Cost: $25. Register HERE. Numbers (7 lessons) Trusting God in the Wilderness – Wednesdays, March 13 – May 1 (*no meeting March 27). Cost: $25. Register HERE. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Merry Christmas!! I hope you’re all ready and excited for this weekend! We want to be part of that joy as a youth group.
Tonight we will have our cozy Movie night. So come in your sweats, your Pj’s, bring your pillows and blankets if you want. We’ll have a snack and watch a great movie together to close out the year. We will have time at the end of the night for some small group time and gym time!
Merry Christmas!! I hope you’re all ready and excited for this weekend! We want to be part of that joy as a youth group.
This Friday we will have our cozy Movie night. So come in your sweats, your Pj’s, bring your pillows and blankets if you want. We’ll have a snack and watch a great movie together to close out the year. We will have time at the end of the night for some small group time and gym time!
TONIGHT we are getting ready to celebrate Christmas by participating in the “WRBC Winter Olympics & Christmas Celebration” So get ready for some Cabbage Curling, Banner Decoration, Hockey, and more!
Our Christmas Eve service will be on Sunday, December 24, 5:00pm. There will be no morning service that day.
Year End Giving
The deadline for donations for 2023 tax receipting is December 31, 2023.
All cheques must be dated no later than December 31, 2023.
If mailed, envelopes must be postmarked no later than December 31.
Donations may also be dropped off at the church by noon on Sunday, December 31.
Electronic giving options must be exercised by midnight December 31, 2023.
WRBC Christmas Offering—December 10—19 $2,000 each towards Far Corners Ministry (FCM) for children’s educations in India; Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) to support the Spiritual Formation Program at the theological seminary in Cochabamba, Bolivia; Child Evangelism Fellowship (summer day camps in First Nations communities). Give online at www.whyteridgebaptist.ca/give
Digital Christmas Cards for our Missionariesare available now for signing until December 24 at midnight! We are asking ALL of the Whyte Ridge Baptist Family to let our missionaries know we are thinking of them this Christmas by posting a message, uploading a video or posting a special photo greeting at the links below!
Part time respite worker required for an early stage dementia senior. Requirements: experience with dementia, physically fit, car. Please respond to 204-791-8101.
On the first Thursday of the month WRBC facilitates a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am, the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
English Conversation Circle – Wednesdays: January 31 – April 17 (off March 27 for Spring Break), 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Contact: Brenda. Register HERE.
Precept Bible Study – Spiritual Gifts God has called you and equipped you as a believer in Christ to serve His church. As you study the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, you will learn more about how you, as a vital member of the church, have been uniquely gifted to glorify God and edify His people. Wednesdays, January 10, 17, 7:00-9:00 pm Book choice: In & Out (less homework) or Precept Upon Precept (more homework). Register Online starting October 22. Register HERE. $18 – pick up book at registration table in Church Foyer on Sunday, November 5 or 12 before or after service. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
“Meet Jesus” International Bible Study—Learn more English as we discover what the Bible tells us about Jesus. Sundays starting January 7, 9:00am. Zoom: http://bit.ly/meetjesusbiblestudy. Contact: Brenda Noble.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Missionfest Manitoba 2024 | February 2-4 Join us for a weekend of learning about God at work here and around the world as speakers share about our theme, Should I Not Be Concerned? Experience fascinating breakout sessions and great worship, and explore over 130 ministries and missions. Youth and Young Adults will love After Hours on Friday night! For more information, go to www.missionfestmanitoba.org.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
It’s almost Christmas!!! I hope you’re all ready with presents for your parents!
This week we are getting ready to celebrate Christmas by participating in the “WRBC Winter Olympics & Christmas Celebration” So get ready for some Cabbage Curling, Banner Decoration, Hockey, and more!
Our Christmas Eve service will be on Sunday, December 24, 5:00pm. There will be no morning service that day.
Year End Giving
The deadline for donations for 2023 tax receipting is December 31, 2023.
All cheques must be dated no later than December 31, 2023.
If mailed, envelopes must be postmarked no later than December 31.
Donations may also be dropped off at the church by noon on Sunday, December 31.
Electronic giving options must be exercised by midnight December 31, 2023.
WRBC Christmas Offering—December 10—19 $2,000 each towards Far Corners Ministry (FCM) for children’s educations in India; Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) to support the Spiritual Formation Program at the theological seminary in Cochabamba, Bolivia; Child Evangelism Fellowship (summer day camps in First Nations communities). Give online at www.whyteridgebaptist.ca/give
Foodbank Christmas Hampers – Our WRBC Foodbank is collecting Christmas Hampers to give to the 60 families who visit our foodbank. A suggested shopping list is provided (est. cost $70). Two donation deadlines: Dec 3 (distribution Dec 7) and Dec 17 (distribution Dec 21). For details, check here: Food Hampers 2023
Digital Christmas Cards for our Missionariesare available now for signing until December 24 at midnight! We are asking ALL of the Whyte Ridge Baptist Family to let our missionaries know we are thinking of them this Christmas by posting a message, uploading a video or posting a special photo greeting at the links below!
On the first Thursday of the month WRBC facilitates a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am, the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
Growing in Grace – Join us for our Christmas Celebration on December 14 at noon. There will be a turkey dinner, carol sing and gift exchange. Please bring a $15 gift to exchange. We will also be collecting for Winnipeg Harvest so bring a few items to put in the bin. Pre-registration and payment of $10 required by December 10. Register and pay HERE.
Precept Bible Study – Spiritual Gifts God has called you and equipped you as a believer in Christ to serve His church. As you study the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, you will learn more about how you, as a vital member of the church, have been uniquely gifted to glorify God and edify His people. Wednesdays, January 10, 17, 7:00-9:00 pm Book choice: In & Out (less homework) or Precept Upon Precept (more homework). Register Online starting October 22. Register HERE. $18 – pick up book at registration table in Church Foyer on Sunday, November 5 or 12 before or after service. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Meet Jesus Bible Study – Practice English and learn about Jesus from the Bible as we meet each Sunday, 9:00am in the Fireside Room. Contact Brenda.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Dessert Night Fundraiser in support of Katy Mesics and Ben Wiltshire – Sunday, December 3, 7:00pm at WRBC. To RSVP please email: katy.mesics@yfcwinnipeg.ca or ben.wiltshire@yfcwinnipeg.ca.
Foodbank Christmas Hampers – Our WRBC Foodbank is collecting Christmas Hampers to give to the 60 families who visit our foodbank. A suggested shopping list is provided (est. cost $70). Two donation deadlines: Dec 3 (distribution Dec 7) and Dec 17 (distribution Dec 21). For details, check here: Food Hampers 2023
WRBC Christmas Offering—December 10—19 $2,000 each towards Far Corners Ministry (FCM) for children’s educations in India; Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) to support the Spiritual Formation Program at the theological seminary in Cochabamba, Bolivia; Child Evangelism Fellowship (summer day camps in First Nations communities). Give online at www.whyteridgebaptist.ca/give
On the first Thursday of the month WRBC facilitates a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am, the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
Exploring Friendship-Focused Discipleship – Sharing our experiences of sharing Christ and growing friendship to discern next steps for our church family. Tuesday, December 5, 7 pm – 8: 30 pm. Contact: Pastor Doug.
Growing in Grace – Join us for our Christmas Celebration on December 14 at noon. There will be a turkey dinner, carol sing and gift exchange. Please bring a $15 gift to exchange. We will also be collecting for Winnipeg Harvest so bring a few items to put in the bin. Pre-registration and payment of $10 required by December 10. Register and pay HERE.
English Conversation Circles – Practice English and make new friends! Every Wednesday evening, 7 to 8:30 pm, from Oct. 4 to Dec. 6. Register HERE For more information contact Brenda.
Precept Bible Study – Spiritual Gifts God has called you and equipped you as a believer in Christ to serve His church. As you study the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, you will learn more about how you, as a vital member of the church, have been uniquely gifted to glorify God and edify His people. Wednesdays, November 15, 22, 29 and January 10, 17, 7:00-9:00 pm Book choice: In & Out (less homework) or Precept Upon Precept (more homework). Register Online starting October 22. Register HERE. $18 – pick up book at registration table in Church Foyer on Sunday, November 5 or 12 before or after service. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Meet Jesus Bible Study – Practice English and learn about Jesus from the Bible as we meet each Sunday, 9:00am in the Fireside Room. Contact Brenda.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Dessert Night Fundraiser in support of Katy Mesics and Ben Wiltshire – Sunday, December 3, 7:00pm at WRBC. To RSVP please email: katy.mesics@yfcwinnipeg.ca or ben.wiltshire@yfcwinnipeg.ca.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
To sign up to receive the WRBC Weekly Update and our Prayer Wall Update in your inbox, to unsubscribe, or to update your preferences, please click here.
Our Christmas Eve service will be on Sunday, December 24, 5:00pm. There will be no morning service that day.
Dessert and Variety Night Christmas Celebration – Saturday, December 2, 7:30pm. Contact Pastor Kevin if you would like to provide a special number for the Variety Night. Cost: $10—ages 10+ $5 ages 5—9. Online Registration and Payment OR register on Sunday (November 26) morning at the Welcome Centre. Registration deadline is November 27.
Kids at the Ridge Gingerbread Bash –Saturday, December 2, 6:00-7:00pm Instead of making a gingerbread HOUSE, kids will build a gingerbread NATIVITY! We will also play games, sing songs, and hear the Christmas story from the Bible. It’s a truly sweet way for your whole family to celebrate the birth of our Savior! We hope you’ll join us –Register Here Today! *registration is required – suggested family donation of $5 to help with costs*
WRBC Christmas Offering—December 10—19 $2,000 each towards Far Corners Ministry (FCM) for children’s educations in India; Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) to support the Spiritual Formation Program at the theological seminary in Cochabamba, Bolivia; Child Evangelism Fellowship (summer day camps in First Nations communities). Give online at www.whyteridgebaptist.ca/give
Membership Meeting, Sunday, December 3, 12:00 PM, immediately following the morning service. This meeting will be held in-person, in our church building, and will include voting to welcome new members, electing a new Board member, and presentation and approval of the 2024 budget. A meeting agenda and copies of all relevant documents will be made available in advance of the meeting. Light lunch will be provided for all those attending this meeting.
Dessert Night Fundraiser in support of Katy Mesics and Ben Wiltshire – Sunday, December 3, 7:00pm at WRBC. To RSVP please email: katy.mesics@yfcwinnipeg.ca or ben.wiltshire@yfcwinnipeg.ca.
Foodbank Christmas Hampers – Our WRBC Foodbank is collecting Christmas Hampers to give to the 60 families who visit our foodbank. A suggested shopping list is provided (est. cost $70). Two donation deadlines: Dec 3 (distribution Dec 7) and Dec 17 (distribution Dec 21). For details, check here: Food Hampers 2023
On the first Thursday of the month WRBC facilitates a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am, the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 charge. Please use the west entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
Exploring Friendship-Focused Discipleship – Sharing our experiences of sharing Christ and growing friendship to discern next steps for our church family. Tuesday, December 5, 7 pm – 8: 30 pm. Contact: Pastor Doug.
Growing in Grace – Join us for our Christmas Celebration on December 14 at noon. There will be a turkey dinner, carol sing and gift exchange. Please bring a $15 gift to exchange. We will also be collecting for Winnipeg Harvest so bring a few items to put in the bin. Pre-registration and payment of $10 required by December 10. Register and pay HERE.
English Conversation Circles – Practice English and make new friends! Every Wednesday evening, 7 to 8:30 pm, from Oct. 4 to Dec. 6. Register HERE For more information contact Brenda.
Precept Bible Study – Spiritual Gifts God has called you and equipped you as a believer in Christ to serve His church. As you study the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, you will learn more about how you, as a vital member of the church, have been uniquely gifted to glorify God and edify His people. Wednesdays, November 15, 22, 29 and January 10, 17, 7:00-9:00 pm Book choice: In & Out (less homework) or Precept Upon Precept (more homework). Register Online starting October 22. Register HERE. $18 – pick up book at registration table in Church Foyer on Sunday, November 5 or 12 before or after service. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Meet Jesus Bible Study – Practice English and learn about Jesus from the Bible as we meet each Sunday, 9:00am in the Fireside Room. Contact Brenda.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
Dessert Night Fundraiser in support of Katy Mesics and Ben Wiltshire – Sunday, December 3, 7:00pm at WRBC. To RSVP please email: katy.mesics@yfcwinnipeg.ca or ben.wiltshire@yfcwinnipeg.ca.
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
The Gingerbread Bash is BACK and you’re invited!
Saturday, December 2, 6:00-7:00pm
It’s hard to believe that the Christmas season is just around the corner. Anyone have their Christmas tree up yet? This year, our Kids at the Ridge team is hosting a Christmas celebration for the whole family that you don’t want to miss!
If you didn’t attend last year, you may be wondering, “What’s a Gingerbread Bash?” Well, let me tell you!
Instead of making a gingerbread HOUSE, kids will build a gingerbread NATIVITY! We will also play games, sing songs, and hear the Christmas story from the Bible. It’s a truly sweet way for your whole family to celebrate the birth of our Savior! We hope you’ll join us –Register Here Today! *registration is required – suggested family donation of $5 to help with costs*
Kids at the Ridge Programming
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year:
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2 SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4 SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4 The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here.Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
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Happy end of January everyone!
