Surrey Alliance Church holds prayer service in parking lot after Friday fire damages sanctuary
Flames tore through the south wall and roof of the sanctuary at 13474 96 Avenue on Friday, August 14. The congregation gathered Sunday in the parking lot to pray.
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Flames ripped through the south wall and roof of the sanctuary at Surrey Alliance Church on Friday, August 14, causing significant damage to the building at 13474 96 Avenue.
The Surrey Fire Department and Surrey Police Department responded and contained the fire. The church posted a message of gratitude on its Facebook page the following afternoon: "We would like to thank the Surrey Fire Department and the Surrey Police Department for responding last night and taking care of the building to the best of their ability."
Instead of cancelling services, Pastor Mike Knott and Pastor Nick Parker held a special prayer service Sunday, August 16, in the parking lot. The church invited the congregation to bring lawn chairs. The 96 Ave Kids program screened a movie downstairs in the Fireside Room during the service.
Surrey Alliance Church has maintained a presence in Central Surrey since 1960. The church describes itself as committed to "discovering how Jesus is leading each of us to love and serve our community today" on its website. The extent of repairs needed and a timeline for reopening the sanctuary have not yet been announced.
The facts
What damage did the fire cause to Surrey Alliance Church?
Flames damaged the south wall and roof of the sanctuary at Surrey Alliance Church, located at 13474 96 Avenue, on Friday, August 14, 2026.
How did the church respond after the fire?
Instead of cancelling services, Surrey Alliance Church held a special prayer service in its parking lot on Sunday, August 16, 2026, where the congregation gathered with lawn chairs while the 96 Ave Kids program screened a movie indoors.
How long has Surrey Alliance Church been in the area?
Surrey Alliance Church has maintained a presence in Central Surrey since 1960.
