SPPC Today

News for Sunday, November 2, 2025

This week we celebrate All Saints Day (November 1) and with it All Saints Sunday. All Saints Day, traditionally observed on November 1st, is a significant moment in the Christian year dedicated to honouring and remembering all faithful Christians who have died—the saints, both known and unknown. Its origins date back to the early Church's practice of commemorating martyrs, which eventually evolved into a single day to acknowledge the vast, spiritual unity of believers known as the "communion of saints." This day serves as a powerful reminder that we are part of an unbroken spiritual family that transcends the boundaries of life and death, all united in Christ.

In the Reformed tradition, including Presbyterianism, the focus of All Saints Day shifts away from the veneration of individuals to a celebration of all believers. The term "saints" refers to all people baptised into Christ's body, not just a select few. We use this time to give thanks to God for the lives of all who have gone before, forming the great "cloud of witnesses" (Hebrews 12:1), especially those who have blessed our lives. It is a time to celebrate the hope of the resurrection and the enduring unity of the people of God.

Worship this Sunday

Our service this Sunday 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 or on the SPPC website.

We are pleased to have Tore Valdal reading for us this Sunday. The Scripture readings are:

• Psalm 46

• 1 Kings 19:1-18  Elijah at Horeb; The prophet in despair, God speaks in the silence.  

• John 12:20-29

This week our choir is singing the anthem Whisper to my Heart by David Angerman and Joseph M. Martin.

Upcoming

• Next week we will be observing Remembrance Sunday.

• Our Minister Emeritus, the Rev. Noel Kinnon is a member of The Greater Victoria Police Chorus and they are presenting “A Celtic Christmas” on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army Citadel, 4030 Douglas Street (North of McKenzie Avenue). If you would like to attend tickets are $25 each and may be obtained from Rob at 250-208-2813.

May God bless 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.