Who We Are

David first came to FBCH in 1987 to sing in the Senior Choir and became a member of the church in 1989. Over the years he has served on the Refugee Committee (assisting in the settlement of four refugee families), the Community Outreach Committee, the Visitation Committee, the Music Committee, and the Board of Management. He also served on the Board of Deacons for eight years and is a long-standing member of the Senior Choir.David completed his Diploma in Theological Studies at the Atlantic School of Theology in the spring of 2021 and was granted a License to Minister at FBCH in the fall of 2021. Since that time, he has been active in Pastoral Ministry to the seniors of our congregation who are shut ins at home or in group home settings.

Pastor John’s face is the first one you will see when you arrive at our church each Sunday morning as he greets both newcomers and regulars with a warm welcome to FBCH. He also assists with worship leadership, including leading communion services and occasionally preaching.John completed the two year Certificate Program in Theological Studies at the Atlantic School of Theology in 2004, followed by the three year Lay Pastor Training Program at the Convention of Atlantic Baptist Churches.

My faith has been nurtured and continues to be formed at FBCH. As a child, the foundations for my understanding of the Baptist faith and friendships with my peer group were grounded in Sunday School. FBCH allows for continued faith development as an adult where questions and discussion about our faith are welcome. The clergy sermons are poignant and reflective, allowing some pause for thought in a constantly changing world. FBCH is home.

My first experience with FBCH was during the Summer services where I felt a warm connection with the members. As a new Deacon of FBCH, I have noted a true sense of acceptance and openness within a family of diverse peoples. I feel inspired by the music program, as well as, have felt a true calling in greeting and helping people.

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Having previously been part of a tight-knit faith community, FBCH was immediately a familiar warm and welcoming environment with diversity and inclusions that are important to our family. FBCH encourages us to see abundance and a table for all to sit at. It is a space to explore the mystery of faith and develop a practice of justice-driven love through community connection and action.

Finding a church that embraces the church traditions I have cherished alongside a spirit of inclusiveness has been life changing for me. Getting involved and growing older with the community I have found here is truly a privilege.

Since childhood my spiritual base has been FBCH. The foundation for the values I hold in life were formed here. Being encouraged to question and challenge lead to stronger beliefs. The opportunity to share in building our community, the camaraderie in friendships formed here, the joy in service to others, and the love, respect and comfort one feels in this place we call home can all be found here

Sheri has been attending FBCH for almost 30yrs now. She first joined the FBCH choir, indulging her love of music and building friendships within the church community while studying Neuroanatomy at Dalhousie. She met her wonderful partner Erick and was married in the church by Rev. John Boyd. Her son Wendell joined the family fold and now participates in Youth Group. Sheri has participated in Refugee Committee events and more recently is pursuing her passion for Indigenous learning and the work of Reconciliation. She is currently serving as a Deacon and strives to bring a spirit of inclusiveness and joy to the faith journey.

I did not grow up at First Baptist and have worshipped in and been a member of churches of several denominations. The quality of the music programme is what brought our family to this church and the inclusive ministry has kept us here. Our son and his family also regularly participate in the life of First Baptist and we are all thankful for the multi-generational, loving church family that has embraced us.

Beginning on our first day here at First Baptist Church Halifax over 30 years ago, we have experienced wonderful warmth, fellowship, and opportunities to serve and to grow in faith. Serving many years on the Personnel Committee, previous terms on the Diaconate, and participating on Search Committees have allowed me to journey with so many wonderful people as we learn and grow together. FBCH is rooted in historic Baptist Freedoms that we hold dear while challenging us to seek meaningful ways to put our inclusive faith into action for the community within and beyond our doors.