Who We Are

About Cherryfield Baptist Church

A community of faith, hope, and love — rooted in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Our Story

A Legacy of Faith in Moncton

Cherryfield Baptist Church has deep roots in the spiritual landscape of Moncton, New Brunswick. What began as a small gathering of committed believers seeking to worship God and serve their neighbours has grown into a vibrant congregation touching thousands of lives across Greater Moncton and beyond.

The Baptist tradition from which we come is one of the oldest and most widely established streams of Protestant Christianity in Atlantic Canada. Shaped by the historic principles of congregational governance, the authority of Scripture, the priesthood of all believers, and believer's baptism, we stand in a long line of men and women who have given their lives to the cause of the Gospel in this land.

Through decades of ministry — spanning seasons of revival and seasons of quiet faithfulness — Cherryfield Baptist Church has remained committed to one unchanging purpose: to know Christ and to make Him known in our community, our province, and beyond.

Today, we are a multigenerational congregation that welcomes people from all walks of life. Whether you are a lifelong Baptist, a newcomer exploring faith for the first time, or someone returning after years away, you will find at Cherryfield a community that genuinely cares for you.

Cherryfield Baptist Church building exterior in Moncton New Brunswick

Registered Canadian Charity

Legal Name: Cherryfield Baptist Church Limited

Business Number: 823444591RR0001

Province: New Brunswick, Canada

What We Believe

Our Statement of Faith reflects the historic Baptist confessional tradition

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The Authority of Scripture

We believe the Bible — both Old and New Testaments — is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. Scripture is the supreme standard by which all Christian conduct, creed, and doctrine must be measured.

Salvation by Grace Through Faith

We believe that all humanity is fallen and in need of God's saving grace. Salvation is received by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone — not by human merit or religious works of any kind.

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Believer's Baptism

We practice baptism by immersion as an outward sign of an inward transformation. Baptism is reserved for those who have made a personal, conscious decision to follow Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.

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The Trinity

We affirm the historic Christian doctrine of the Trinity — that the one true God eternally exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, three distinct persons of one divine essence and equal in glory.

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The Priesthood of All Believers

Every believer has direct access to God through Jesus Christ, our great High Priest. We affirm the spiritual dignity and responsibility of every member of the body of Christ to minister, pray, and serve.

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The Great Commission

We are called to go and make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19–20). This commission shapes our vision for local outreach in Moncton, community ministry across New Brunswick, and global missions partnership.

Interior of Cherryfield Baptist Church sanctuary during Sunday worship
Our Governance

Congregational & Accountable

Cherryfield Baptist Church operates under a congregational model of church governance — one of the hallmarks of the Baptist tradition. This means that the members of the congregation, under the leadership of the Holy Spirit and guided by Scripture, share responsibility for the direction and decisions of the church.

Our pastoral leadership team provides spiritual oversight, Biblical teaching, and pastoral care, while elected deacons and ministry leaders serve alongside the congregation in day-to-day ministry operations.

As a registered Canadian charity (BN: 823444591RR0001), we are committed to financial transparency and accountability in all our operations — stewarding every resource entrusted to us with integrity and care.

Get in Touch

Our Pastoral Team

Faithful servants committed to leading, teaching, and caring for our congregation

Senior Pastor of Cherryfield Baptist Church

Rev. David Whitfield

Senior Pastor

With over 20 years in pastoral ministry across Atlantic Canada, Pastor David brings warm, expository preaching and a deep shepherd's heart to the Cherryfield family. He holds a Master of Divinity from Acadia Divinity College.

Associate Pastor of Cherryfield Baptist Church

Rev. Sarah Mitchell

Associate Pastor — Discipleship

Pastor Sarah oversees small groups, adult discipleship, and women's ministries. Her passion is helping believers move from knowing about God to genuinely knowing and walking with Him in everyday life.

Youth and Worship Pastor of Cherryfield Baptist Church

James Carver

Youth & Worship Pastor

James leads our vibrant youth ministry and worship team, creating environments where teenagers and young adults encounter God authentically. His creative energy and genuine love for young people are contagious.

Ready to Visit?

We would love to welcome you this Sunday. Services begin at 10:30 AM — come as you are.