Mark Penrith

Did you know, we have an evening service? Did you know, our evening service is on the last Sunday of every month? This Sunday, 28… Read More »Why our evening service is important

The way Jesus communicates the benefits of redemption to us are his ordinances. Especially the Word, Baptism, the Lord’s Supper and Prayer. God speaks through… Read More »Finish reading the New Testament by the end of the year

This past Sunday we held our annual general meeting. One of the key discussions was capacity. We have been running out of seating space. Over… Read More »How we’ve made space to carry on growing

The annual general meeting of Benoni Baptist Church will be held on 21 September 2025, after the morning service. Below is a report which will… Read More »How’s Benoni Baptist Church doing from the pastor’s perspective?

We are growing. The building is fuller each Sunday. More visitors are among us each Sunday. Where are they all coming from? You are inviting… Read More »Who could you invite to church this Sunday?

I wasn’t at church this past Sunday, Liezl and I went to visit Dunnottar Baptist Church. But Jason Harris sent me a photo of the… Read More »Why our fellowship day is so important to our health

Fifty Reasons Why Jesus Came to Die by John Piper The most important questions anyone can ask are: Why was Jesus Christ crucified? Why did… Read More »Fifty Reasons Why Jesus Came to Die is the book of the month for September 2025

We have grown quickly haven’t we? On any given Sunday, half the faces may be new if you’re an older attendee. And all the faces… Read More »How we are cultivating unity