The Power of the Onlys

We are living in days when many people are struggling to find their way in life.  There is so much confusion about what to believe and what, if anything is really true.  At the core of the Christian faith are five powerful truths that have shaped the history of the Church and continue to guide believers today. These truths, known as the Five Solas, capture the essence of the Christian life and faith. Discover the power of these ‘onlys’ in this Sunday’s message and let them become the foundation that shapes your life.  We will conclude with celebrating Communion together as a tangible expression of these truths.  Be sure to invite someone to join you in coming to church this Sunday!

In our Sunday night’s Pastor’s Chat we will talking about ‘Beauty’.
The serene ‘beauty of a holy life is the most powerful influence in the world. So where do you find holiness? … When do you become holy? … How do you become holy?  Join us as we answer these questions and encourage each other to aspire to holiness in our lives.

The Power of Love

Love … it’s a word that is used so much in our lives but means many different things to people. Part of the reason is that there are several different kinds of love and their expression is also looks different.  Learn these different facets of love and what they look like in the message, “The Power of Love”. God’s love remains a beacon of hope and healing that can change our hearts, mend broken relationships and empower us to live with purpose and joy. Come ready to experience the depth of God’s love and leave inspired to reflect that love in your everyday life. Bring your friends and family, and let’s gather together to celebrate the incredible power of God’s love!

This is the weekend for time change, shoeboxes and prayer. Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour this Saturday night as Daylight Saving Time ends.  Also remember to bring your Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes this Sunday. Take them with you into service for a dedication prayer. Then following the service you can place them on the designated tables in the lobby as you leave. This Sunday is also the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Join online for a special event Youtube Channel at 7:00 pm EST. https://www.youtube.com/@opendoorscanada

This Sunday night, our ‘Pastor’s Chat’ Topic is ‘How Can You Approach God?’. 

Can you even imagine that we have access into the very presence of God’s throne room? We can approach God, knowing He is loving and compassionate, through Jesus, our Great High Priest, and we with confidence. Join the conversation this Sunday, 8pm on our livestream.

The Power of Trust

Forgiveness can be excruciatingly hard. It can seem like one of the most unfair of all commands. But we must remember the one who is asking us to forgive. He is the Father of all compassion and the God of all comfort who understands what is best for us and knows the path to freedom and healing. But what is the role of trust in the issue of forgiveness? Dig a little deeper with us this Sunday’s message, the ‘Power of Trust’ and discover the crucial role it plays in reconciling relationships.

Please note the fourth Sunday of every month is Missions Sunday. We look forward to sharing a brief update and testimony on missions. We also invite you to give towards missions too.

This Sunday night, our ‘Pastor’s Chat’ Topic is ‘Challenging Contradictions’. It has often been said the Bible is full of apparent contradictions. We will look at three of them – Should you answer a fool or not … is Christianity boring or attractive? … are doubts incompatible with faith? Join the conversation this Sunday, 8pm on our livestream.

The Power of Forgiveness

Are you carrying the weight of resentment or hurt? Do you long to find freedom from those who have hurt you and find emotional healing to move on in your life? Join us this Sunday as we explore “The Power of Forgiveness” and what it unleashes in our lives. Discover how embracing forgiveness can unlock healing, freedom, and peace in your life. Please note this Sunday is also Pastor’s Appreciation Day at PPT.

Our ‘Pastor’s Chat’ Topic this Sunday night is ‘Hard Times’. We will discuss how hard times work as God’s training school in our lives. The importance of caring for those who are going through hard times. And finally, how to stay faithful to God in hard times.

Be sure to join us on our YouTube livestream, this Sunday, 8pm

The Power Of Thanksgiving

It’s time to give thanks with a grateful heart for all that God has provided and done this year. The Thanksgiving holiday weekend has arrived and we are set to celebrate in two big ways at PPT this Sunday!  The epic adventure of the Kingdom Assignment comes to a conclusion and we will be celebrating all that God has done.  Learn what happened when some fifty people took up the challenge of putting into practice the truth taught in the Parable of the Talents by taking a  $100 bill and investing it for a ‘kingdom cause’ asking God to multiply it. You have heard some of the stories throughout the summer but wait until hear the accumulative total of what God did!   

Be sure to come ready to celebrate the goodness of God!

Secondly, as an act of thanksgiving, we are asking everyone to bring a special Thanksgiving Harvest Offering that will go towards retiring our church mortgage.  You can use the specially designed envelopes in the lobby or just mark your regular envelope with the words ‘Thanksgiving’.  We will be receiving this separate offering at the end of the service, after Communion in a crescendo of praise and thanksgiving to God who provided it all to us.  

Note there will be no Pastor’s Chat this Sunday evening. Take this Thanksgiving holiday weekend to enjoy some additional family time together.

The Power of Blessing

Have you ever felt the joy that comes from giving?  This Sunday, we invite you to explore the truth behind the saying, “it’s more blessed to give than to receive.” 

In world often focused on accumulating wealth and possessions, Jesus offers a transformative perspective on generosity. Whether you’re a long-time member or visiting for the first time, this message is for you!  Plan to join us to embrace a life of generosity and experience the blessings that come when we give. 

We also invite you to join us for Pastor’s Chat that livestreams on Sundays, 8pm This week’s topic is “Can A Leopard Change It’s Spots?” Can people or do people really change?  Explore the answer with us! 

Why Get Baptized?

People are taking the next step in their faith journey this weekend.

Water Baptism symbolizes a person’s decision to receive Jesus Christ and their faith commitment to follow Him. In this Sunday’s service we will answer the question, Why Get Baptized? and answer other questions people have about water baptism.

You can expect to hear inspiring stories of life transformation from those being baptized. You will also experience an atmosphere of celebration in our worship service and a sense of community. It’s a great opportunity to make connections with others. We personally invite you to come and experience it all this Sunday and bring a friend!  

We also invite you to join us for Pastor’s Chat that livestreams on Sundays, 8pm This week’s topic is “A Life Worth Living”.  Science is working to prolong life but what makes life profoundly worth living?  Discover the answer with us! 

Chasing After God

The new school year has begun and everyone is busy once again with many pursuits. Let’s make the pursuit of our relationship with God our top priority.

With that focus, we are inviting everyone to join us for a transformative week of fasting and prayer – a special time dedicated to seeking God and His guidance, wisdom and blessings for our students, educators and families.

Each day of the week, there will be a specific prayer focus with a devotional, Scriptures, prayer points and declarations that you will receive by email. Use them when you pray alone, as a family and when we join together to pray collectively. If you are not yet receiving these and would like to, just click here to register for them … ppt.church/pray. We look forward to sharing this powerful week with you and seeing the incredible ways God will move in our children’s lives this school year!

The Simple Life

Life is complicated. There seems to be endless tasks with so many details involved in completing things. The urgent demands scream at us and often takes precedence over what is really important. Can we live a more simplified life?

There is a simplicity that is found in Christ and our relationship with him. Learn how to recalibrate your life by focusing on what truly matters and letting go of unnecessary complexities. Join us this Sunday as we explore how embracing a life of simplicity can lead to greater sense of peace and fulfillment as we enter this Fall season. Please note our Youth & Young Adult ministries will resume next week.

Encourage One Another

In a world that often feels heavy with challenges and uncertainty, the simple act of encouragement can be a beacon of hope and strength.

Encouragement is more than a kind gesture; it's a powerful tool that builds community, strengthens faith, and transforms lives. Join us this Sunday to deepen your understanding of encouragement and to learn how to be a source of upliftment in the lives of those around you. It will equip you to become a beacon of light, offering hope and strength where it's needed most. We will also be celebrating Communion together to refocus our hearts and find the ultimate source of encouragement – Jesus Christ.

Please note our Ride to Thrive event has been rescheduled to Sat. Sept 14.

Also our Youth &Young Adult ministries are taking a break and will resume and the week of Sept 16.

You're Invited – Will You Come?

Who doesn’t like to receive a personal invitation to a banquet?

Join us this Sunday as we delve into the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, where Jesus reveals profound truths about God’s invitation into His kingdom. Discover the depth of God’s grace, the significance of being prepared, and the difference between being called and chosen.

Come be a part of this year’s Ride-To-Thrive mission fundraiser in support of church planting efforts in Northern India. We are partnering together to see 500 churches planted in the next two years! It’s a great day of connecting with one another, getting some exercise and participating in a great kingdom cause! Register and start collecting pledges now. There will be prizes for the top three people who collect the most funds.

Everyone needs others to help them grow in their spiritual walk with God. Check out all the LifeGroups being offered this Fall and let’s grow together! We particularly direct your attention to new Alpha class, where you can explore the Christian faith through an open and interactive conversation.

Is God Fair And Generous?

That’s a question everyone wonders about at times. Let’s explore the answer in this Sunday’s worship service.

This is our last call to get involved in blessing the children at the Villages of Hope in Tanzania with new socks and sneakers to start their new school year. You can bring new running shoes (no brand names) with you to church this Sunday and put them in the bin in the lobby or just a make a monetary donation ($60), marking your envelope, ‘Kids Shoes”. Thank for helping these kids with proper footwear.

Plan to walk, ride your bike and even run at this year’s Ride-To-Thrive mission fundraiser in support of church planting efforts in Northern India. We are partnering together to see 500 churches planted in the next two years. Learn more about it this Sunday. Register on-line OR at the Welcome Centre and get then people to make a pledge. There will be prizes for the top three people who receive the most money in pledges so get started today!

Growing in our relationship with God comes through connection and conversation with others. As the Fall season is approaching, we want to encourage you to check out our website for all the Lifegroups being offered and sign-up. Let’s grow together!

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

Small Starts Can Lead To Great Outcomes

How many things in life start small but then lead to great outcomes?

Whether the conception of a child, planting a seed in the ground or starting a business, most things in life begin small, then begin to grow and the final ending can be astounding! Learn how this principle applies to your life and the kingdom of God this Sunday! You will also hear some more great kingdom assignment testimonies! We will also be anointing and praying for all the students going to college or university this fall.

As Fall approaches, plan to walk, run or ride together with us to raise funds for missions at this year’s annual Ride-To Thrive event. It’s a great time of getting some physical exercise, enjoying the company of others and wrapping up with a great outdoor BBQ all for the cause of missions! Just register on-line or at the Welcome Centre and pick-up your pledge sheets. There will be prizes for the top 3 people who receive the most money in pledges so start today!

It is with sadness that we share the news of the passing of Michelle Padmanahban. We offer our deepest condolences to Anand Padmanahban, daughters Aaliyah and Aaryelle and to their extended family. Further details regarding funeral arrangements will be forthcoming once arrangements have been made. Please pray they will experience God’s comfort and strength in this season of loss.

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

What's Your Priceless Treasure?

What do you value more than anything else in you life? What price are you willing to pay to obtain it? Whatever it is, will you seek after it with all your heart? You know the joy of obtaining will be worth it all. This Sunday, discover the priceless treasure that God has to offer. Hear more kingdom assignment stories. Come and celebrate communion with us too!

We are collecting brand-new kid’s sneakers (no name brands please) for children in Tanzania. Please sign-up at the Welcome Centre to choose a kid’s shoe size. When you bring them, put them in the collection barrel in the lobby. If you prefer, you can just make a donation ($60). Thank you for helping us clothing these kids for their new school year that starts in January 2025.

On your mark … get set … go! In the spirit of the current Olympic Games, we are getting ready for our upcoming Ride-To-Thrive Missions Event. Join us walking, riding your bike or even running to raising funds for church-planting in India. If you plan to participate, please register at the Welcome Center this Sunday and pick-up your sponsorship sheets! Let’s go team PPT!

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

Understanding the Balance of Good and Evil

Weeds. Just the mention of them name stirs up thoughts of a lot of hard work sorting them out from your good plants. How careful you have to be when you are pulling them out so that you don’t disturb the good plants and about discarding them appropriately.

Jesus used an analogy about wheat and weeds to teach an important truth about the kingdom of God. Join us this Sunday as we seek to understand the balance of good and evil in this present world, how God is going to sort it all out and why we need to wait patiently until that day.

We continue throughout the summer to tell the results of people who took a $100 and invested in a kingdom project.  Come this Sunday and hear more stories of what God has done through people who had eyes to see a need, ears to hear God’s promptings and a heart to do something about it. Their stories will bless your heart as you and inspire you to become a kingdom-builder too.  Worship with us this weekend and be sure to bring a friend with you!

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

Secrets of the Kingdom

What is the kingdom of God or the kingdom of heaven?  Jesus told a number of stories to try and explain how we see it, know it and enter it. Heaven is where ‘The King’ reigns from, but His kingdom describes where His people live.  It’s here and now – not somewhere that we go after we die.  Join us this Sunday, as we discover the secrets of the kingdom of God as they are revealed by Jesus in His kingdom parables.

More people will be sharing their incredible kingdom assignment stories and pictures this Sunday. It is truly amazing what God has done and its still ongoing! Come and celebrate with us this Sunday. 

Also bring your lawn chairs and plan to stay after service to enjoy a great outdoor BBQ and chance to visit with one another. Donations of cases of water or soda would be appreciation … just bring it with you to service on Sunday and leave it in Classroom Room D. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

Every Blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

The Order of God

We serve an amazing God who has set boundaries for us to live by. Sometimes so many think God has set these rules to spoil our fun. However, nothing can be further from the truth. The real truth is that God loves us so much that He has placed boundaries and order in the world so that we can function at our utmost. Sadly, our world today mocks and tramples on the structures that God has established.

This Sunday come and be blessed by a thought provoking message titled "The Order of God." You will be challenged, encouraged and inspired as we dive into God's word. 

We look forward to seeing you as we experience the presence of the Lord, share communion and break His word together.

Many Blessings, 

Pastor Wayne Russell
Associate Pastor

Think for a moment about the challenges you've faced, the trials that have tested your faith, and the moments when you felt overwhelmed by life's circumstances.

During these struggles, have you ever wondered if there is any purpose or meaning behind them? Are they just random events, or is there something greater at work?

In these moments of questioning and doubt, Romans 8:28 shines like a beacon of hope. It reminds us that God is not distant or indifferent to our suffering. Instead, He is intimately involved in every aspect of our lives, working everything together for our ultimate good.

Come on Sunday and hear a message about God working for our good. It will provide encouragement and hope to each one of us. We will discover that God is in control, even when life seems chaotic, and that He is working all things together for our good.

In Christ,

Pastor Charles Lawrence
Visitation Pastor

Faith that Shapes a Nation

Canada Day holds a special place in the hearts of Canadians as we celebrate the birth of our nation and commemorate the rich history, diverse cultures and shared values of the Canadian people.

Nations hold a place of significance in the plan and purposes of God.

From the beginning, God’s plan of salvation has always involved a massive global strategy. And the diversity of languages, cultures and ethnic peoples will also endure throughout eternity.

One of the last descriptions of the heavenly city, the New Jerusalem is, “And all the nations will bring their glory and honor into the city.” (Revelation 21:26).

Learn how the fabric of a nation is shaped by its people in this Sunday’s service. Hear how God desires to bless a nation and what that blessing requires of us.

Join us as we worship, pray and celebrate God and Canada Day this weekend!

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor

Dealing with Distractions

Life is filled with them. There will not be a day in your life when you don’t face them. There are three major ones that you will constantly face that seek to lure you away and pull you in so many directions in your life. 

Learning to deal with distractions is a major issue when you are living in the kingdom of God. Learn how in this Sunday’s message. Please also note this Sunday is Missions Sunday, so please plan to bring an offering to support our missionary endeavours around the world which are reaching people with the gospel of Jesus Christ.  We look forward to your presence with us! 

Every blessing,

Pastor Barry Risto
Lead Pastor