Weekly Update

 

 

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego,

Stand firm in the faith.

 

Speaker: Pastor Marv

Worship Leader: Jacques P

Song Leader: Henry B

Musician: Rayne D

Reader: Andrea S

Tech Team: Heather P

Ushers: Don T, Brian C

Counters: Heather P, Evan B

 

Second Hour and Sunday School classes will return in September

 

 

Upcoming Staff Vacation: August 18 September 1

Pastor Marv will be out of office, returning September 2^nd.

For pastoral care and concerns during this time, please contact a member of the Pastoral Care Team; Gary G, Carol D, Jess A, Susan BP.

Save the Date! Senior s Group: If you haven't already done it, please mark the next Senior s picnic date on your calendars, Wednesday, August 20 at 12 noon.

We will gather at Springbank Park, entering vie the West Entrance. (Commissioners Rd W & W Springbank Gate) Bring your own lunch, lawn chair and hat. Come for a good time visiting with others. Hope to see you there!

Eleanor G and Carol D

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Queen Esther,

Speak up for others.

 

Speaker: Pastor Marv

Worship Leader: Linda W

Song Leader: Derek M

Musician: Rayne D

Reader: Lynne W

Tech Team: Heather P, Shelley K

Ushers: Ben R, Paul W, Lynne W

Counters: Erin W, Russ S

 

Second Hour and Sunday School classes will return in September

 

 

 

Stories of God s People; the Old Testament

Summer Worship Series 2025

 

Join us for summer worship as we explore wonderful stories from the Old Testament.  For some of us, these stories may bring back memories of learning about them in our childhood. For others, this could be the first introduction to them.  Through these stories, we will see how God was together with people in their times of joy, sorrow and challenges - just as God is with us today in our daily lives.  We are part of a long history of being God s people.

 

 

 

For ways to donate please visit www.valleyviewmc.ca/Give.

 

Donations received in August: $16,735

Total Donations received in July: $28,813

Monthly Donations Target: $27,136

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New and updated announcements are marked with purple font.

 

 

None this week.

 

L Arche London: Seeking Volunteer Handyman

 

 

MCEC

MC Canada's Practicing Peace with Creation, Wednesday, September 10, 6:00 7:30 PM (EDT), Online via Zoom. Join For the Love of Creation for an inspiring online session led by Wendy Janzen and others as we explore and discover simple, meaningful practices for living in harmony with the Earth. To register and receive the Zoom link, email Sandy Plett: splett@mennonitechurch.ca

 

Valley of the Birdtail - "MC Canada Reads"
Valley of the Birdtail is a powerful true story of racism and reconciliation in Canada. Through two families one Indigenous, one non-Indigenous it traces how neighbouring communities became separate and unequal. Set in Rossburn and the Waywayseecappo First Nation, the book reveals the lasting effects of colonialism and residential schools, while offering a hopeful vision for the future.
Watch the authors reflect on the book
Meet the authors in Waterloo, Oct. 24: Event details

 

Silver Lake Mennonite Camp  (slmc.ca)

Men s Retreat (Sep 12-14): Registration is open for the fall Men s Retreat. Join us for a time of rest, amazing food and connection. David Lobe is returning as chef/sommelier with a mouthwatering menu already planned! Pastor Thomas Reimer and Mike Schmidt will lead some thought-provoking reflections. Take part in your choice of camp activities sauna, basketball, fishing, sailing, canoeing and campfires! Special discount for those under 30 or underemployed. Click here for more details  slmc.ca/retreats

 

For the latest news and volunteer opportunities, visit links below:

 

MCC (Mennonite Central Committee): mcccanada.ca

MCEC (Mennonite Church Eastern Canada): mcec.ca

MDS (Mennonite Disaster Service): mds.mennonite.net

JULY edition of On the Level:  https://conta.cc/3TIJaad

MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates): www.meda.org

 

 

Attendance Practices at Valleyview

 

Scent-Free Zone: Severe Scent Allergy

Valleyview is a scent-free zone as many participants have strong reactions to scented products. Please refrain from using all scented products: cologne, perfume, hairspray, hand and body lotion.

No Peanuts: Allergy Alert

Some members in attendance experience serious peanut allergy. Please refrain from bringing, eating, or serving any food labelled as containing peanuts or with warning May contain peanuts .

Masking Policy at Valleyview

Please wear a facemask if you feel more comfortable and remember to stay home if you are not feeling well.