Weekly Update

 

 

**REMINDER: Daylight Savings Time begins 2:00am March 9th. Don't forget to 'Spring Ahead', advancing your clocks forward by 1 hour before going to bed Saturday.

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Lent Begins Christ Collides with our bias.

 

Worship Leader: Shelley K
Speaker: Pastor Marv

Song Leader: Henry B

Musician: Elenor T

Reader: Evan B

Tech Team: Heather P, Gary G

Ushers: Don T, Allison H, Helen D

Counters: Ben R, Evan B

Coffee Host: Helen D

 

Order of Service

Announcements/Welcome

Singing: VT282 - Come and See (v. 1: twice; v. 2: once)

Introduction

Call to Worship

Scripture: Luke 10:25-42

Singing: VT716 - God of Grace and God of Glory

Confession and Words of Assurance

Song of the Month: VT568 Christ Has No Body Here but Ours

Children s story

Offering and Offertory Song

Message: Only One Thing Needed - Pastor Marv

Singing: VT715 - Longing for Light

Congregational Sharing & Prayer

Singing: VT282 - Come and See (reprise)

Benediction 

 

11:00am Second Hour: Potluck Meal for All

During second hour this Sunday there will be a potluck meal for all.  Coffee and water will be provided.

 

VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED

We are looking for volunteers to arrive at 9:30am and setup tables and chairs in the basement. As well as help with clean-up after the meal. Please contact Brenda, brendafriesen1963@gmail.com. 

 

What to Bring: 

        Food to Share (Peanut Free, Sesame Free) for potluck lunch 

• Your own dishes, cups, and cutlery
• Please bring a serving dish and utensil for your potluck contribution. Label your dish with your name and be sure to collect it before leaving.

We look forward to our time together over a shared meal.

 

 

 

Staff Vacation Notice:
March 10 17, Church Office Closed.
Heather (Admin) is on vacation, returning Tuesday March 18^th.

 

 

Thursday, March 13

7:00pm Male Chorus Rehearsal

 

 

Wednesday, March 19, 9:30am Valleyview Seniors Gathering at the church   

Representatives from DriverZed will give a presentation of their "Road Ahead" Program.

Many aspects of driving modern vehicles on modern roads and latest updates in traffic rules will be covered. There will be opportunity for questions and comments. Please feel free to invite friends or family members who may be interested.

There is no charge, but donations will be accepted to defray costs.

Note:  This session begins promptly at 10 AM, so coffee will be served at 9:30 AM

 

Sunday, March 23, 12pm (noon) Lunch Bunch monthly gathering

 

Saturday, April 12, 10:00am Annual General Meeting of Valleyview Mennonite Church

 

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Lent 2 Christ collides with our condemnation

 

Worship Leader: Donelda F
Guest Speaker: Amanda Zehr

Song Leader: Derek M

Musician: Elenor T

Reader: Mary Faye S

Tech Team: Shelley K, John S

Ushers: Tim F, Brian C, Mary Faye S

Counters: Russ S, Helen D

Coffee Host: Ken & Carol D

 

11:00am Second Hour

Upstairs: Coffee Hours Fellowship Time

 

There is no Youth or Junior Sunday School this week (March Break)

 

 

Mar 23:  Lent 3

Mar 30:  Lent 4

 

 

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

 

Donations received in March: $8,504

Total donations received in February: $25,916

Total donations received Year-to-Date: $55,146

2025 Annual donations target: $311,863

Announcements

New and updated announcements are marked with purple font.

 

 

AGM Notice

This is notice of the Annual General Meeting of the Members to be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, at 10:00 am. As a reminder, this meeting has a new format as we are combining the previous AGM and ABM meetings. This meeting will encompass topics from both the Board and Church Council. 

 

The purpose of this meeting will be to approve the 2024 financial statements as a result of the Review Engagement, approve the election of Directors and of a slate of volunteers, affirm or adjust the 2025 Budget (if required), and any other business. Please see the meeting notice and proxy attached. The agenda will be sent to the congregation in the next few weeks.

 

Please join us after the meeting for lunch and social time. We will be organizing a wiener roast! 

 

Blessings,

 

The Board of Directors and Church Council

Missions & Social Concerns Committee

As people of faith, we re called to justice and action (Micah 6:8). Join the #Jubilee2025 movement to advocate for economic & ecological justice. 
Sign the petition: https://www.kairoscanada.org/jubilee-2025-canada 
Let s make 2025 a year of hope and transformation. #TurnDebtIntoHope #DebtJustice 

 

 

 

Silver Lake Mennonite Camp  (slmc.ca)

Summer Camp: Registration** is ongoing for overnight camps and day camps! Visit slmc.ca/summer-camp to have a look at the 2025 schedule and program descriptions. Spots still available in most camps!

**VALLEYVIEW FAMILIES See Email form the office dated January 31, 2025 for instructions on how to register for summer camp at SLMC and receive the Valleyview Camp Sponsorship subsidy. Reach out to Heather in the office for any questions. Notification of your camper s SLMC summer camp registration is due to Valleyview s Church Office no later than Sunday, March 23.

SLMC Retreats & Hikes: Go to slmc.ca/retreats for more info and to register.

Staff Alumni Retreat (Mar 21-23) For all former staff to relax and relive memories.

Music Retreat (Mar 28-30) Come for the love of making music, go home with new songs to share! Campfire & Voices Together singalongs, plus an instrument petting zoo.

Spring Work Weekend (Apr 25-27) Help get camp ready for the summer season!

 

Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp

Come to Hidden Acres Summer Camp!

Are you looking for a fun, safe summer camp experience? Hidden Acres camp provides great opportunities to connect with God, each other and nature. Campers get to enjoy swimming, canoeing, archery, nature exploration, rock climbing, low ropes, camp-outs, sports, group games and more, all in the company of peers and our fun and supportive staff team. Check out www.hiddenacres.ca for our dates & rates. Contact our Program Director, Josh Penfold at josh@hiddenacres.ca for more information. See you for summer 2025!

 

Looking for a FUN and IMPACTFUL summer job?

Hidden Acres Camp provides opportunities for you to impact the lives of young people, serve God and others in a safe and fun environment, grow in your ability to be a great leader and have fun through it all! For available positions and more information or to apply, go to www.hiddenacres.ca or contact Josh Penfold at 519-625-8602 or josh@hiddenacres.ca

 

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

FEBRUARY edition of On the Level:  https://conta.cc/3X6b5TD

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.