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Sunday Worship | 9:30 AM
Coffee & Fellowship | 10:30 AM
Sunday School | 10:45 AM
Holy Communion is served first Sunday each month. All are welcome at the Lord’s table.
Welcome to SPC!
Frequently Asked Questions
Worship begins at 9:30 am in the sanctuary on the first floor.
We congregate at 501 W Washington Street in Suffolk, VA. Washington Street is not far from the Route 58 Pitchkettle exit and it intersects with Main Street.
Parking is located in the lot across St. James Street. Handicapped parking is near the ramp close to the RW Baker Funeral Home. Street parking is also available.
Wear whatever clothes make you comfortable. Services are typically casual.
Folks start arriving around 9:15 am to 9:20 am. Greeters will assist with any questions you may have.
Small children are welcome to attend service or be dropped off in the nursery with the paid childcare staff. Staff are background checked and CPR/FA/AED trained.
Yes, the church is accessible. The ramp is located on the side of the building that is next to RW Baker Funeral Home. There is an elevator should access to the basement or second floor be needed. Accessible restrooms are available on the first floor.
Average attendance is 25.
Worship service is traditional while incorporating contemporary elements.
Yes, visitors may take communion. It is an open table and all are welcome to participate.
“In affirming with the earliest Christians that Jesus is Lord, the Church confesses that he is its hope, and that the Church, as Christ’s body, is bound to his authority and thus free to live in the lively, joyous reality of the grace of God.” (Book of Order F-1.0204)
Baptism is open to all. It is the beginning of a lifelong faith journey. Candidates are nurtured by members of the Session until the time of baptism.
Couples will need to schedule an appointment with the pastor to meet and set up a schedule for pre-marital counseling and planning of the ceremony. Both parties should be present for this initial meeting. Additional information is available in the church wedding policy document.
We receive members by profession of faith, certificate of transfer from another church, or by reaffirmation of faith. We warmly invite you to became part of our caring church family and in serving our Lord, Jesus Christ. If you are interested in sharing in our worship, life and ministry, contact the pastor or a member of the Session.