W E E K L Y U P D A T E

 

 

 

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Women in the Bible #4:

Canaanite Woman (Matthew 15:21-28)

 

Worship Leader: Maggie P

Speaker: Pastor Marv

Song Leader: Derek M

Reader: Susan BP

Pianist: Rayne D

Tech Team: Heather P, Gary G

Ushers: Allison H, Helen D

Counters: Russ S, David H

Coffee Host: Helen D

 

Order of Service

Announcements

Welcome

Hymn: VT#30 - Jesus Calls Us

Call to Worship

Invocational Prayer

Children s Time

Hymn: VT#734 - For Those with Whom Our Lives Are Bound

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Message: Great Faith Comes from the Heart Pastor Marv

Offering:

(listening in silence) VT#546 - There is a Line of Women

Hymn: VT#392 - The Church of Christ Cannot Be Bound

Prayers of the Community

Benediction

Hymn: VT#387 - We are One in the Spirit

11:00am Second Hour

 

Upstairs: Coffee Hour Habitat 4 Humanity Housing MOU Discussion & Questions Session

We have organized this session before the Special Meeting of the Members on November 26, 2025 - as we know many of you might still have questions. Please join us! To view details and documents click here (website login required): Habitat Housing Proposal

 

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

Snack Host: Innocent & Julienne

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/Gary G

 

 

Wednesday, November 5^th

7:30pm - Church Council Meeting

 

Thursday, November 6^th

7pm - Valleyview Male Chorus Rehearsal

 

Save the Dates

See Announcements section for event details

 

Wednesday, November 19^th

10am: Valleyview Seniors Gathering at Valleyview

 

Sunday, November 23^rd, 2025, at 11:00 am.

Special Meeting of the Members of Valleyview Mennonite Church (Habitat Housing Proposal Vote)

 

Friday, November 28  Celebrating Creativity and Community:

Art and Music Fundraising event in support of Mission Services of London

 

 

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Peace Sunday

 

Worship Leader: Linda W

Speaker: Pastor Marv

Song Leader: Maggie P

Reader: Mary Faye S

Pianist: Krisanne N

Tech Team: Heather P, Dan H

Ushers: Tim F, Brian C, Mary Faye S

Counters: Ben R, Evan B

Coffee Host: Food & Fellowship Team

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 4 to 6 volunteers to arrive at 9:30am and setup tables and chairs in the basement. If you can help, 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.

 

Cleanup help after the meal will also be required. We look forward to our time together over a shared meal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Donations received in October: $24,655

Total Donations received in September: $28,621

Monthly Donations Target for Nov - Dec: $22,477

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New and updated announcements are marked with purple font.

 

* Order Deadline: Nov 9

Rejoice! Magazine Annual Subscription Renewals

The Rejoice! devotional magazine is a quarterly Mennonite publication, written from an Anabaptist perspective. It is a daily devotional offering encouragement for individuals, families, and groups. Each day's entry includes a Bible reading, a short inspirational message, and a prayer of response. The magazine also includes inspirational stories and poems, and daily prayer requests representing Mennonite mission workers, schools, and church agencies.

 

The cost of the Rejoice! subscription* is paid for by the Pastoral Care Team s budget. It is sent to the church and will be placed in your church mailbox each quarter for you to pickup.  *(avg. $58 per household)

 

Please email the church office at office@valleyviewmc.ca if: 

A.     You wish to renew your current subscription for 2026 

B.     You wish to be added to the subscription list for 2026

C.     You wish to be removed from the subscription list for 2026
 

Please let the church office know by Sunday, November 9. The new order will be submitted by November 12th, after which time no additional subscriptions will be added for this next year.

 

 

• Celebrating original music and art from our congregation and the broader community
• Featuring several short music performances and an art silent auction
• Art silent auction starts at 6pm. Music starts at 7pm.
• $10+ donation^* at the door
• Refreshments available

 

Invitation to artists:

If you are an artist and would be interested in contributing one or two pieces of art for this event, please contact Natashja S (natashjaspenler@outlook.com).

 

^*All donations are to the Valleyview Mennonite Church : Missions Fund. www.valleyviewmc.ca/content/missions-fund. The Valleyview Mennonite Church Missions Fund will make a donation to Mission Services of London equivalent to the proceeds raised at this event. Tax Receipts are available any donation provided above the $10 admission fee.

 

Wednesday, November 19^th - 10am: Valleyview Seniors Gathering at Valleyview

Valleyview Seniors and others who are interested in hearing Andrea S. share of her heritage tour to Norway.

Everyone is invited to come and hear some interesting stories about Norwegian migration to North America - and enjoy some authentic Norwegian treats! This summer I joined my sisters and cousins on a heritage tour to Norway and learned more about all of my Norwegian ancestors and relatives. The tour was part of the celebration of "Crossing 200", the anniversary of the start of organized Norwegian migration to North America which saw a third of Norway's population (800,000 people) leave their homes for new opportunities on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.

The first ship - the Restauration - left Norway in 1825 with nine families on board - Quakers seeking religious freedom. A replica of the ship sailed that same journey this year, leaving Norway on July 4 and arriving in New York City on October 9 to much fanfare. I attended the Sail Away party in Norway and will share stories about the voyage made by the sailors today and 200 years ago. Andrea S

 

 

MCEC

         Changes to MCEC Council Structures
We need your feedback. MCEC is considering updates to the mandates of the Leadership Council and Mission Council. The proposed model would replace these councils with two Commissions. Click here to review the draft mandates and share your thoughts. Your input is essential in shaping the future of MCEC.
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         Council Mandate Conversation
November 14, 2025 @ 12:00 p.m (noon) - Over Zoom
Join us for this open discussion about the future direction of our Council structure. Share your perspectives, ideas and feedback on the proposed updates to the MCEC Council mandates. 
Sign up here

         Challenge for the Church: Islamophobia Workshop, Saturday, November 8, 2025, Waterloo North Mennonite Church - How has the Church been Islamophobic in the past? How can the Church resist Islamophobia today? And other uncomfortable questions... Join us for a day that calls us to a deeper examination of Mennonite thought and action. Brought to you by the MCEC Palestine Israel Network Working Group. Register today.

 

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

OCTOBER edition of On the Level:  https://conta.cc/3J1lrjF

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.