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Amherst Wesleyan Church
AWC Updates 10 June 2026

Focus on Him

by Pastor Emma

Remember the sermon from a week and a half ago, where Pastor Evan & Pastor Brad talked about taking a picture and focusing on the wrong thing? That was a convicting message for me. While sometimes our “lens of life” or perspective automatically focuses on the wrong things (due to circumstances or bad habits or the way we were raised) instead of Jesus… sometimes, we choose to focus on the wrong things. In moments of fear or worry, we let it rule instead of leaving it in God’s hands. In moments of anger and bitterness, we lean into it and don’t choose to humble ourselves. 
 
Each and every day, even each moment, we have the choice to focus on the things of the Lord, the good and beautiful things. The things of true and abundant life. What’s the opposite? The things of the flesh, the world, and of death. That can be hard to wrap our minds around, but wow, is it true. 
 
So this week, I encourage each of us to invite the Holy Spirit into each moment. That He would be able to give us that nudge for when we’re not living or speaking the way He would have us. Replace the lies with truth. Walk in His light and His ways. He is much better. 
 
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Wins

Amherst Wesleyan:

1. ONE CON: 44 students attended (Amherst and Truro combined), there was no drama, many students left impacted, and even though some of them struggled to put things into words it was visible how God was moving in them!

2. We have more people reaching out to us about ways they can be serving and getting more involved! 

3. We had someone reach out to us about how they felt they needed to rearrange their finances so they could start tithing their income at the full 10%, so they did and it turned out that the increase they will be giving matches a need the church has shared! God was confirming their part in the work He is doing!

Connection Church:

1. A group from Digby joined us on Sunday and we ended up having 101 in attendance for worship!

2. We are working hard in the spiritual battle for people, our church and our town. It is taking a lot of time and energy. It is an exhausting process, but we are seeing God take ground! 

Your Words

Your Words

How to Ruin Community - Sunday, June 7, 2026

Ephesians 4:29, James 3:8

In a community, you either poke holes or you patch holes with your words.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/media/2026-06-07-your-words

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Amherst's Big Give

Amherst's Big Give

13 June 10am-Noon

Everything must go, for FREE! It's like a yardsale, but everything is free and in decent condition! 10am-Noon.

Free haircuts, a bouncey house, face painting, pancake breakfast and more!

Donations can be dropped off at the church starting June 8th.

June 8- 12 (Monday -Friday ) the church will be open from 4-6pm for people to drop off donations.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/amhersts-big-give/2026-06-13

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Invite your Neighbour Weekend

Invite your Neighbour Weekend

We're being intentional about looking outward and including new and different people in our lives. During these days we're challenging you to invite your neighbours to your home. It could be for a meal, coffee, to watch a sport game together, or BBQ. Who are your neighbours? People that live next to you, newcomers to Canada, or people you haven't connected with yet from church. If there's any questions on how to effectivley pull this off, contact Pastor Brad.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/invite-your-neighbour-weekend/2026-06-18

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Mission Focus Night

Mission Focus Night

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Last Tuesday of each month at 7pm!

A monthly time to learn, hear testimonies, grow in your faith, find support, discover opportunities for mission work and how to share your faith.

This evening will involve different elements, sometimes with prayer, worship, connecting with Global Partners or developing your confidence in sharing your faith with others.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/mission-focus-night/2026-06-30

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Canada Day in Amherst

Canada Day in Amherst

We will be participating in the Canada Day Celebration in Downtown Amherst!

We need your help to let everyone there know just how much God loves them and sees them.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/canada-day-in-amherst/2026-07-01

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Trip to Sierra Leone

World Hope Canada

Pastor Evan has been invited to take part in a special trip to Sierra Leone to discover how World Hope Canada operates and the needs that exist in our world. This will set us up to partner more seriously with World Hope Canada by becoming a Hope Alliance Partner. 

We are taking this step because we believe the work World Hope Canada does is helping some of the most vulnerable people in our world, and they need our help. We have been blessed so we can be a blessing. 

Please be praying for their work, and for Pastor Evan as he prepares for this trip.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.amherstwesleyan.com/pages/global-missions

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Konnect the Tots

Kids Play Group - Thursdays

Konnect the Tots is a playgroup for parents and kids that takes place every Thursday from 9:30-11:30 at Amherst Wesleyan Church (6 Maltby Ct). There are toys and activities set up in the basement of the church for kids to play with! Everyone is welcome! (Enter through the parking lot side door!)

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/konnect-the-tots/2025-09-11

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Caton's Island Kids Camp

Caton's Island Kids Camp

Caton’s is offering fourteen different camps this summer for all ages. Don’t hesitate to register our camps fill up fast!

Caton’s Island is a unique place. Situated in the Long Reach, the 120 acre island is a small piece of paradise.  Originally named “Emenenic” – meaning ‘Isle of Prayers’ or ‘Meeting Place’ – a historical monument marks it as the first European settlement in New Brunswick, est. 1611.

Take a walk along the scenic trails that wind through the old-growth forest of massive hemlock, mighty oaks, and towering pines. Visit the remote beaches to sit in quiet solitude, and take in the splendid beauty of the river dotted with sailboats. View wildlife, such as eagles, osprey, and owls, along with deer, rabbits, partridge, raccoons, and the various shorebirds, which often make their home here.

You’ll soon realize that there is something extra-ordinary about this island. To all this, add energetic campers having fun playing, swimming, or worshiping God, and you will begin to grasp the true distinctiveness of Caton’s as a summer camp – a place where kids learn, grow, and experience life.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/catons-island-kids-camp/2026-07-01

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Beulah Family Camp

Beulah Family Camp

With more than 100 acres of land, a truly unique Tabernacle constructed in 1897, a stunning view of the magnificent Saint John River, a total of more than 350 cottages, dorms, and RV sites, the annual camp meeting draws Wesleyans and friends from across the Atlantic District and far beyond. The annual camp meeting (Family Camp) is always in early July. While there will be Sunday services throughout the summer, the camp meeting is the absolute highlight of the year at Beulah and you are most welcome to join us.

For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/beulah-family-camp--156/2026-07-03

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Church Centre App

Database & Volunteer Organization

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You can also download the Church Centre App for Apple or Android!

For more infomation visit:

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EDGE Youth

Teens Grades 6-12 - Fridays 6:00-8:30pm
 
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For more infomation visit:

http://amherstwesleyan.com/events/edge-youth/2023-09-08

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YouVersion Bible App

YouVersion Bible App

Have you downloaded the free YouVersion Bible App? You should.  It allows you to read the Bible in multiple translations, and many with the option to read it to you. It has guided reading plans, and ways you can work through those plans with others. 

You can also find AWC on it, and find more ways to connect with your church and the Bible!

For more infomation visit:

https://www.bible.com/organizations/bc090f0e-6f94-4041-9705-bc1c7beb7a97?__yvii=AJDAuu9W4ho

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Right Now Media

Right Now Media

As part of our church you get free access to RightNow Media! A collection of 25 000+ Bible Studies, videos and Biblical content for all ages. Click on the link below to sign up for your free account and start streaming the content right away!

For more infomation visit:

https://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/amherstwc

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Worship Playlist

Worship Playlist

AWC Worship Playlist on Spotify

Ever wanted to listen at home to the songs we sing on Sunday?

Did you hear a song on Sunday and it is stuck in your head but you can't figure out what it was called?

Check out this playlist and add it to your music rotation!

For more infomation visit:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ssZwE6JpcJM4QkztDCWwp?si=652b6706e08a4f75

Spotify Playlist

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Contact Pastor Evan at pastor@amherstwesleyan.com

Contact Pastor Brad at youth@amherstwesleyan.com

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