Weekly Update

 

 

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Women in the Bible #1 - Shiphrah and Puah

Exodus 1:8-21

 

Focus Statement: Women of the Bible demonstrate the power of discipleship foundations like courage and broad perspective.

 

Worship Leader: Linda W

Speaker: Pastor Marv

Song Leader: Donelda F

Musician: Krisanne N

Reader: Elma F

Tech Team: Heather P, John S

Ushers: Tim F, Brian C, Lynne W

Counters: Ben R, Evan B

Coffee Host: Helen D

 

11:00am Second Hour: Sunday School Begins!

 

Upstairs: Coffee Hour Sermon Response & Discussion with Pastor Marv

 

Lower Level: Sunday School Children, Jr Youth, and Youth classes

  Snack Host: Mike & Donelda F

  Children s Sunday School (JK-Gr 3) Teacher: Lori N
  Junior Youth (Gr 4-7) Teacher: Lanette FW

  Youth Meetup (Gr 8-12) Leader: Jacob M

 

 

Tuesday, September 16^th

7:30pm - Board Meeting

 

Thursday, September 11^th

7pm: Valleyview Male Chorus Rehearsal

 

7pm 8pm: Intergenerational Faith Exploration Group (Online Zoom)

Valleyview youth, young adults and older adults are invited to discuss important matters of faith together with the hope that we can learn much from each other. We will meet for 6 sessions on Zoom for one-hour (7-8pm), Thursdays Sept. 11/18/25, and Oct. 2/9/16. Please let me know if you would still like to participate. marv@valleyviewmc.ca

 

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Valleyview Unplugged

October 17 19, 2025

Annual Church Retreat at Silver Lake Mennonite Camp

(Sauble Beach, ON)

Registration ends Sunday, September 28

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Theme: Focus on Mennonite Church Eastern Canada (MCEC)

Guest speaker:

Anthony Siegrist, MCEC Executive Minister

 

Worship Leader: Jacques P

Song Leader: Derek M

Musician: Rayne D

Reader: Susan BP

Tech Team: Heather P, Tom P

Ushers: Ben R, Paul W, Lynne W

Counters: Helen D, Erin W

Coffee Host: Dave H

 

11:00am Second Hour: Sunday School Begins!

 

Upstairs: Coffee Hour Guest Speaker Anthony Siegrist, MCEC

 

Lower Level: Sunday School Children, Jr Youth, and Youth classes

  Snack Host: Elma & Tim F

  Children s Sunday School (JK-Gr 3) Teacher: Deb G
  Junior Youth (Gr 4-7) Teacher: Lanette FW

  Youth Meetup (Gr 8-12) Leader: Jacob M

 

 

Fall Worship Series: Women in the Bible

This fall our worship services will include some Sundays with a special focus. On the other weeks, we will have a series about Women in the Bible, based on the book Prone to Wander, by Joanna Harader. These five Sundays will focus on some of the often-overlooked women in scripture. We will reflect on these women s wilderness journeys with their doubts and their questions, being reminded that God does not leave us alone to wander in the wilderness. Lynne Williams helped prepare some worship resources for this series.

 

 

 

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

 

Donations received in September: $6,095

Total Donations received in August: $36,747

Monthly Donations Target for Sept - Dec: $24,576

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New and updated announcements are marked with purple font.

 

 

Name Tags in Mailboxes:

This Sunday and throughout September, the name tags will be placed in member mailboxes in the upstairs foyer. Please find your tag and wear it proudly as our new families find this is a very welcoming tradition. Empty tags and markers are available for newcomers or missed names.

 

Valleyview Unplugged:

When: October 17- 19, 2025

Theme: We are all Tenant Farmers

Where: Silver Lake Mennonite Camp

What to Expect: We invite you to a weekend retreat filled with God s presence and fellowship among community. In the beauty and splendor of Silver Lake Mennonite Camp, we will explore what it means to be responsible Tenant Farmers in a world that is struggling to sustain what God has breathed into being. Come for an experience in nature and find time for your family, friends, church community and God in a restful setting. There will be a balance of planned activities and free time, indoor and outdoor, and casual socializing. We hope to see you there!

Register Online*: September 7 September 28 
(*link in email sent to congregation on Sept 7th)

Cost: Food and Accommodation Costs at the Camp are provided by Valleyview Mennonite Church.

 

To help accommodate increased attendance, cabin sharing is encouraged!
Those willing and able to share accommodations, please identify which household(s) you d group in your cabin-share. We will ask at registration.

 

MCC

Peace Week: Elephant at the Border
Sunday, September 21, 28 and October 5 | 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. | On Zoom
Amidst political discord and talks of annexation across the Canada-US border, what is the call of followers of Jesus to respond? MCC is hosting three webinars that will explore the power and possibility of nonviolence in light of U.S. aggression. Join a series of online workshops starting on Sunday, September 21st. Attend one or attend them all. These events are free and expand on conversations from our first series this past spring. Learn more and register here.

Abner Martin Music Scholarship

The Abner Martin Music Scholarship is awarded annually by Menno Singers to a student who:  1) will be enrolled in a full-time music major or minor program at the undergraduate or graduate level in 2025-2026);  2) is affiliated with a Christian congregation; and  3) has demonstrated involvement and proficiency in musical activities in church and community. (Preference will be given to those affiliated with congregations in Mennonite Church Eastern Canada.)  Application deadline is October 15, 2025. For more information and/or an application form contact Ann Weber Becker at amscholarship@awbecker.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

AUGUST edition of On the Level:  https://conta.cc/45LVhtM

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.