Looking to start serving this Fall? Join us for OnRamp on September 27 during the 9:15 am service - Sign up at this link
September is busy! Here’s a quick glance at everything coming up this month!
SUNDAYS
WORSHIP SERVICES - Sundays at 9:15 & 11 am
We’re starting a new church-wide teaching series on September 13 based on “Rooted” and we’re asking everyone in our church family to join one of our Rooted groups for the 10-week series. You can sign up today, including if you’re already in a Life Group (formerly Small Group) at this link.
Sunday Kids Ministry is available in both of our worship services for ages birth - grade 5. We also have a Jr High class during our 9:15 am worship service.
BEYOND SUNDAYS
KIDS
• KidsMin Midweek Launch Party - Wednesday September 16 from 6 pm to 8 pm - Come enjoy an exciting evening including treats, fun, and games! Drop-in anytime during the evening. While you are there, registration is available for our Fall programming for Streetwise (Grades 1-5) and Cubbies (ages 4-5)! Please note the age range changes for both Streetwise and Cubbies, starting this Fall.
Streetwise and Cubbies start weekly on September 23 at 6:30 pm
• Moms and Minions - Wednesday September 16 (weekly) at 9:30 am (The Main Foyer). For caregivers and their non-school age children.
Contact: Pastor Bill Anderson, bill.anderson@faithmuskoka.ca
Our Kids Ministry webpage can be found at faithmuskoka.ca/kids
YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
JUNIOR HIGH (Grades 6 - 8)
• Junior High Launch Party - Wednesday September 16 from 6-8 pm - Our Jr High Nights (SOLA) are starting up again! Drop-in anytime during the evening. Parents, take the time that night to complete our 2026 / 2027 Jr High Waiver Form.
• Jr High SOLA - Wednesday September 23 (weekly) at 6:30 pm.
SENIOR HIGH (Grades 9 - 12)
• Sr High DOXA - Tuesday September 15 (Weekly) at 7 pm. Parents, you can fill in the 2026/2027 Sr High Permission Form online.
• DOXA Fall Retreat - September 25-27 (Ontario Pioneer Camp, Port Sydney ON) - REGISTER HERE!
YOUNG ADULTS (Ages 18 - 25)
Young Adults (YA) at Faith is a place to belong, be known, and grow in Christ for 18 - 25 year olds in Muskoka. In the Fall and Winter, we meet weekly on Mondays for Bible Study and come together for a Community Night every three weeks. Visit faithmuskoka.ca/ya for details and event schedule! Follow us on Instagram: @faithmuskoka.ya Questions? Reach out to Matt & Christina Kerr or Josh Griffioen at ya@faithmuskoka.ca!
Contact: Josh Griffioen, josh.griffioen@faithmuskoka.ca
The Youth Ministries webpage can be found at faithmuskoka.ca/youth.
PS. HEY YOUNG ADULTS … LEARN SOME MONEY SKILLS!
Learn budgeting skills at this 3-week course that will help anyone to get more in control of their finances, so they can save, give and prevent debt. Starts Thursday September 24 at 6:30 pm at the Huntsville Public Library. REGISTER HERE!
ADULTS
ROOTED Church-Wide Teaching Series
Rooted is a 10-week group experience designed to connect you to God, the church, and your purpose. Together, in a group of 10-15 people from all walks of life, you’ll explore the Bible, engage in prayer and serve experiences, share stories, and practice rhythms essential to a healthy spiritual life. This Fall, our whole church family is walking through Rooted together, incorporating the Sunday sermons as well as Life Group discussions. The Rooted Kick-Off event is Monday September 14. REGISTER HERE
LIFE GROUPS (Formerly Small Groups)
Life groups play an integral role in the culture of Faith Baptist Church. Our groups meet in local homes around Muskoka and in our groups we help one another take our next steps with Jesus. This Fall our groups are walking together through the Rooted teaching series! Not in a Life Group yet? Start your Life Group journey here!
ALPHA
Discover more about the Christian faith in an open, friendly, and informal environment with Alpha! Starting on October 15, we invite you to join us every Thursday evening at 6:30 pm for 10 weeks. REGISTER HERE
GRIEFSHARE
GriefShare is a grief support group for people grieving the loss of a loved one to death. Our next group starts Thursday September 10 (weekly) at 6:30 pm. REGISTER HERE!
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
Our next membership class is Sunday November 8, 3-4 pm. REGISTER HERE!
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
All members of Faith Baptist Church are asked to join us for our Annual General Meeting on Sunday September 27 at 6 pm in the Main Auditorium. Details regarding that meeting have already been emailed to church members.
THE MONEY COURSE
Learn budgeting skills at this 3-week course that will help anyone to get more in control of their finances, so they can save, give and prevent debt. Starts Thursday September 24 at 6:30 pm at the Huntsville Public Library. REGISTER HERE!
MEN’S MINISTRY
Our Men’s Ministry supports our church’s mission and vision by helping men have a REAL relationship with God that infiltrates EVERY part of their life and that drives them to SHARE that relationship with others, leading towards a transformed community.
• Men’s Prayer Continuing weekly on Tuesdays at 6 am and Thursdays at 7 am (The Chapel)
• Men’s Coffeehouse - Continuing Wednesday mornings (weekly) at 7 am at The Door Youth Centre (18 Brunel Road, Huntsville ON).
• Men’s Forum - This monthly ministry is designed to help men build community, be encouraged in their faith, and spend time together in prayer and conversation. Meets the 3rd Sunday of each month at 6:30 pm at the church. Open to men of all ages - you’re invited.
Contact: Mike Zammit, mensministry@faithmuskoka.ca
The Men’s Ministry webpage can be found at faithmuskoka.ca/men.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Our Women’s Ministry supports our church’s mission and vision by nurturing spiritual growth in the women of Faith Baptist Church and our community through providing various opportunities to explore scripture, pray, and grow.
• Women’s Prayer - Continuing Mondays (weekly) at 7 pm (The Prayer Room)
• Women’s Bible Studies - Thursday September 10 (weekly) at 9:30 am or 7 pm (The Chapel) REGISTER HERE!
• Moms and Minions - Wednesday September 16 (weekly) at 9:30 am (The Main Foyer). For caregivers and their non-school age children.
• Secret Sisters Kick-Off - A new season of Secret Sisters starts up this Fall! Watch faithmuskoka.ca/women for details as we head through late September!
• Special Event - “She Walks With Horses & Jesus” - Saturday October 24 at Back of Beyond Equine Centre - SIGN UP
Contact: Sue Lock & Allison Kerr, womensministry@faithmuskoka.ca
The Women’s Ministry webpage can be found at faithmuskoka.ca/women. You can also follow them on Instagram (@faithmuskoka.women)
SENIORS
• How to Have a Gospel Conversation - Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month (Starting September 8) at 10 am in Wonder Mountain. We’ll explore questions of faith and life, preparing ourselves to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ naturally within our community.
• Monthly Luncheons - Usually the 3rd Friday of every month - Join us September 18 at 10:30 am! Plan to join us for the September luncheon with guest speaker, Wendy Farha! Wendy is a Christian singer, songwriter, comedian, and speaker. REGISTER HERE
Contact: Pastor Harry Toews, harry.toews@faithmuskoka.ca
The Seniors Ministry webpage can be found at faithmuskoka.ca/seniors.