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News for Sunday, November 1, 2026 - All Saints

As November begins, the Christian calendar invites us into the observance of All Saints’ Day—a tradition deeply rooted in the story of the wider Church, yet celebrated with a distinctive and meaningful Reformed perspective. In the Presbyterian tradition, we do not view “saints” as an exclusive tier of canonised individuals whose intercession we seek. Rather, we embrace the rich biblical understanding found in the New Testament: every believer in Jesus Christ, redeemed by grace, belongs to the communion of saints. When we mark this day, we turn our hearts in gratitude to God for the entire church triumphant—those ordinary, faithful men and women who ran their race, kept the faith, and now rest in the presence of our Lord.

Celebrating All Saints’ Day remains vital for our community of faith because it gently lifts our eyes beyond the immediate horizon. It offers a pastoral space to grieve and remember our loved ones who have entered glory, while anchoring our sorrow in the sure hope of the resurrection. Moreover, surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, we are renewed in our calling as the church here on earth. Their lives remind us that God's faithfulness endures across generations, strengthening us to persevere in love, service, and witness in our own time until that day when all God's people are gathered as one.

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 reader is Pam Day and the scripture readings are:

• Psalm 27:1-6, 13-14

• Joshua 1:6-9

• 2 Timothy 1:3-10

This week our choir is singing the anthem, Stand up, rejoice and sing by Robert W. Thygerson.

Announcements

• Next Sunday, November 8 we once again pleased to welcome Rev. Grant Wilson to the pulpit, while Rev. Irwin Cunningham is on leave.

• On November 3 at 11:00 am, Saanich Peninsula Presbyterian Church will be hosting a talk on dementia-focused research, called Aging with Agency. Come and meet MacKenzie Niven, from the University of Victoria, BRANCH (BRain Aging NeuroCognitive Health) research group. Everyone is welcome.

• The Wednesday Study, Drive Thru History: Acts to Revelation, resumes on November 18 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.

• For those who would like to receive our weekly electronic newsletter please contact the office to be added to the list.

Community Events

• St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 9686 3rd Street, Sidney, invites you to a Concert of Remembrance on November 10, at 4:00 p.m. This concert is presented by the Canadian College of Performing Arts and supported by Veterans Affairs Canada and the Province of B.C.

• Lest we Forget. On Wednesday, November 11, at 1:00 p.m., The Greater Victoria Police Chorus will be Singing for Peace and Remembrance at Saint Paul’s United Church, 2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney. Admission is by donation.

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.