SPPC Today

News for Sunday, October 18, 2026

This week we once again welcome Rev. Mitch Coggin to lead our worship. Rev. Irwin Cunningham will be attending the Synod of British Columbia.

In The Presbyterian Church in Canada, the Synod serves as a vital regional court connecting our local presbyteries with the national General Assembly. Composed of ministers and an equal number of ruling elders, the Synod provides broad supervision, pastoral support, and valuable training resources for the presbyteries within its bounds. Rather than managing the day-to-day details of congregational life, the Synod focuses on the bigger picture—equipping church leaders, fostering regional mission, and ensuring that our presbyteries are healthy and working together effectively to serve Christ.

This weekend, October 16 to 18, the Synod of British Columbia is gathering for its annual meeting and conference at St. Andrew's and St. Stephen's Church in North Vancouver. This time together is not just about church business; it is an important opportunity for worship, fellowship, and continuing education, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Iain Provan from Regent College. Please keep the commissioners and leadership of our Synod in your prayers as they meet this weekend, trusting that God will guide our discussions and strengthen our shared ministry across the province.

Worship this Sunday

Our Sunday worship service begins at 10:00 a.m. You can participate in person or connect with our community online via the live stream. The link is available here.

Our scripture readings are:

• Psalm 85:7-12

• Isaiah 35:1-10

• Luke 5:17-26

This week our choir is singing the anthem, Consecration by John Ness Beck.

Announcements

• Next Sunday, October 25, we look forward to welcoming the Rev. Grant Wilson to the pulpit while Rev. Cunningham takes study leave.

• We continue with the Cozy Toes ministry, collecting winter clothing for the Mustard Seed Street Church. The need is for mitts, hats, winter jackets, etc. These will be distributed to clients. The collection will continue throughout this month until Sunday, November 1.

• The Wednesday Study, Drive Thru History: Acts to Revelation, continues this week at 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. This series, led by David Stotts, follows the growth of the New Testament Church beginning in Jerusalem and around the eastern Mediterranean as far as Rome.

• Our next Friendship Coffee gathering will be on Thursday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m. This is a wonderful time of fellowship and a great opportunity to invite friends, family and neighbours.

• Dominican Republic Mission Trip: Together with our friends at Saanichton Bible Fellowship (SBF), we are sending a mission team back to Pedregal and Jarabacoa in the Dominican Republic early next year. The team will build homes, assist in a medical clinic, deliver essential medical supplies, and help to build up and support this amazing ministry. We invite members of our congregation to serve alongside one another in this life-changing missionary experience.

  • Dates: March 5 to 29, 2027

  • Cost: $4,150.00 (fundraising will be organized to help cover costs; a $250 deposit will be required to hold seats for the return flight)

  • Information Meeting: This Sunday at noon at Saanichton Bible Fellowship.

• If you are interested in joining, please speak with Joan this Sunday and review the information package available in the narthex.

May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all!

SUNDAY MORNING

Welcome to Saanich Peninsula Presbyterian Church. 

Our worship takes place at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday morning both in-person and online (via the SPPC YouTube Livestream button above). We invite you to join us each week as we continue to explore and follow the Word of God. Following the service, there is a fellowship time at the back of the sanctuary.

For the safety of your neighbours, when you attend worship: 

• Please, perform a health check prior to attending.

• While masks are not required, feel free to wear one if you prefer.

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday.