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News for Sunday, September 13, 2026

This fall, we are undertaking a journey through the New Testament with the video series Drive Thru History: Acts to Revelation, hosted by Dave Stotts. Many of you will remember his fascinating video studies from previous years, including our exploration of the Gospels.

In this new series, we will explore the amazing lives of the very first Christians. We begin with Pentecost and follow the Gospel as it grows in Jerusalem, reaches the Gentiles, and transforms the life of Paul of Tarsus. We will then trace its spread across the eastern Mediterranean—through Cyprus, Asia Minor, Greece, and even to Rome—concluding with John’s journey to Patmos and the churches of Revelation.

Each one-hour class will feature a video presentation followed by a brief question-and-answer session. Supplementary readings will be provided, along with coffee, tea, and snacks.

Class Schedule

• Morning Sessions: Begin Wednesday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m.

• Evening Sessions: Begin Wednesday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m.

The morning and evening classes will come into synchronization at the beginning of October. Going forward, classes will take place weekly, except on the first Monday of each month.

This is a wonderful learning opportunity and a welcoming environment to bring a friend or neighbour.

Worship this Sunday

This Sunday our 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.

The Scripture readings are:

• Psalm 71

• Micah 6:1-8

• 2 Peter 1:1-8

Our choir returns this week after their summer break and the anthem is For such a time as this by Joseph Martin.

Announcements

• Unfortunately, our secretary is on medical leave. We will try to maintain regular office hours with volunteers until her return.

• The Sunshine Lunch takes place this Monday, September 14 at 12:00 p.m. in the Molloy Hall. It will have a garden theme.

• This Wednesday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m., we will begin our Wednesday Study, Acts to Revelation: The World of the First Christians, part of the Drive Thru History series, with David Stotts. The study follows the growth of the New Testament Church from Jerusalem and across the eastern Mediterranean as far as Rome. The first 7:00 p.m. evening session will be held on Wednesday, September 23. Come and join this fascinating journey.

• The CML Committee will meet by Zoom with Pastor Albert Chu on Wednesday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m.

• St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Victoria (643 Broughton Street), is holding a Jewellery & Jumble Sale on Friday and Saturday, September 18 and 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Take a rummage through St. Andrew’s attic treasures! Get a great deal on decorations, antiques, kitchenware, furniture, vintage jewelry, and so much more. All proceeds go towards St. Andrew’s Laneway Garden Project, which provides produce for the James Bay New Horizon Centre.

• Our next Friendship Coffee gathering takes place at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 24. All are welcome!

• You are invited to join us in a luncheon to celebrate thirty years of ministry by Rev. Irwin Cunningham on Sunday, October 4, following worship.

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.