For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already
laid, which is Jesus Christ.
Sunday February 1, 2026
10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview
Theme:
Sermon
on the Mount - Salt & light, Fulfillment of the law
Matthew 5:13-20
Worship Leader: Rachel C
Speaker: David
Friesen-Waldner
Song Leader: Derek M
Reader: Susan BP
Pianist: Elenor T
Tech Team: Heather P, Gary G
Ushers: Ben R, Tim F,
Helen D
Counters: Helen D, Erin W
Coffee Host: Food Team
Order of Service
Announcements
Welcome
Call to Worship
Hymn: VT#417 Seek Ye First (song of the month)
Prayer
Children s Time
Scripture Reading: Psalm 121: 4-8, Matthew 5: 1-2, 13-16
Hymn: VT#297 You Are Salt for the Earth
Message: Small Packages David F.W.
Hymn: VT#653 Nothing Is Lost on the Breath of God
Offertory Prayer & Offering
Community Sharing and Prayer
Sending Hymn: VT#830 Go, My Children (v. 1, 3)
Benediction
11:00am Second Hour: Potluck meal for all
We look forward to our time together over a shared
meal. Coffee and water will be provided. Help with cleanup is requested from
participants.
What to Bring:
- Food to Share for
potluck lunch (Peanut Free, Sesame
Free)
- 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.
VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED
If there is anyone willing to volunteer to be at church at bit earlier
to help direct food placement as it comes in, set out some plates, utensils,
and napkins please let Marv know. You can email me at: marv@valleyviewmc.ca
We are
looking for 4 to 6 volunteers to arrive at 9:30am and setup tables
and chairs in the basement, as well as kitchen setup and clean-up help.
Calendar
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DATE
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SCHEDULE
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Friday
JAN 30
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7:45pm - Youth Gathering: Rollerskating at North London Optimist Community Centre
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Saturday
JAN 31
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10:00am
12:30pm: MCC s Great Winter Warm-Up at Valleyview
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Sunday
FEB 1
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10:00am Worship at
Valleyview
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Monday
FEB 2
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Church
Office Closed
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Tuesday
FEB 3
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7:00pm
Board Meeting (Online)
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Wednesday
FEB 4
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Thursday
FEB 5
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7:00pm Male
Chorus rehearsal at Valleyview
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Friday
FEB 6
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1:30pm Friday Food Distribution
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Next Worship: Sunday
February 8, 2026
10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview
Theme:
Sermon on the Mount - Murder, Adultery,
Divorce, Oaths
Matthew
5:21-37
Worship Leader: Shelley K
Speaker: Pastor Marv
Song Leader: Maggie P
Reader: Elma F
Pianist: Krisanne N
Tech Team: Heather P, John S
Ushers: Paul A, Innocent
M, Mike F
Counters: Terry Z, Heather P
Coffee Host: TBD
11:00am Second Hour
Upstairs: Congregation Budget Meeting
Notice of Meeting
We
invite you to join a Congregational Meeting
of the Members on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, during
the Second Hour (after worship) at 11:00 am.
The
purpose of this meeting is to accept by membership motion the
2026 Budget, review the Missions Fund and Capital Improvement
Fund projects, and ask the congregation to affirm/adjust the
Board of Directors recommended allocation of
the unbudgeted 2025 surplus.
Everyone
is welcome to attend!
Lower Level: Sunday School classes
Snack Host: TBD
JK-Gr 3 Teacher: Sarah R
Gr 4-7 Jr Y Teacher:
Lanette FW
Gr
8-12 Youth Leader: Jacob M
Worship Preview
Winter Worship Series
During January and
February, our worship services will focus on the lectionary readings.
The series begins with a focus on Jesus and the gathering of his
disciples. Over the following weeks, we will reflect on Jesus' teachings
from the Sermon on the Mount.
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DATE
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10am - WORSHIP THEME
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11am - SECOND HOUR
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FEB 8
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Sermon on the Mount -
Murder, Adultery, Divorce, Oaths
Matthew 5:21-37
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Congregation Budget Meeting
Sunday School
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FEB 15
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Sermon on the Mount -
Eye for eye, Love for enemies
Matthew 5:38-48
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No Second
Hour (Holiday Weekend)
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FEB 22
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Lent Begins
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Pastoral
Search Committee Survey
Sunday School
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Donations to the Church Budget
For ways to donate please visit www.valleyviewmc.ca/Give.
Total General Fund donations
received in January: $20,884
We invite your 2026 financial pledge to the
Valleyview General Fund Budget by Friday, January 30th 2026.
2026 Total Pledge Target: $327,285
Total Pledges received to-date: $215,208
Please take
some time to review
the 2026 Narrative Budget proposal. Your pledge is important. It will determine
the programs that Valleyview can run and support in 2026. Please register
your pledge online at Register Pledge.
Paper
pledge forms and printed copies of the budget are also available at
the table beside the church mailboxes.
Join us for
a congregational meeting on Sunday February 8, 2026 @ 11:00-12:00 to
discuss and approve the budget.
Thank you,
Board of Directors
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New and updated announcements are
marked with purple font.
In and Around Valleyview
MCC's Great Winter
Warm Up at Valleyview
Saturday, January 31 - 10:00am to 12:00pm (noon)
Join us at Valleyview ON Saturday January 31st from
10:00am to 12:30pm for our local MCC Great Winter Warm Up event. You are invited to participate by knotting
a comforter and contributing to the gift of warm comforters to those in need
around the world. Each comforter provides not only warmth but also a tangible
reminder to people in vulnerable situations that their needs are not forgotten.
Some Ukrainian food and light refreshments will be served.
New Books in Valleyview s Library Catalogue
The Library Committee is excited to announce
that new books have been added to our library catalogue! Please click here to see the list of new books and a short
description of each.
If you have questions about how to borrow
books from the library, please reach out to Dana M (dmiles820@yahoo.com) or Paul A (paulrobertarnold@gmail.com), or feel free to flag one of us down at
church.
Happy reading!
Valleyview Library Committee
Pastoral Search Committee Update
The committee had its first meeting on
January 13. We are pleased to be working with a representative from MCEC to
help guide us through the process of searching for our next pastor. This
process will involve careful deliberation and consultation with the
congregation in a variety of ways (congregational input via survey and second
hour discussion, meetings with council, committee feedback, coordination with
the board). The congregation can expect to receive an electronic survey (paper
copies will also be available) mid-February with a chance to review survey
findings and provide feedback during second hour February 22. The committee
appreciates your support and prayers as we work through this important process.
-Committee: David H, Maggie P, Paul W,
Natalie J, Rachel C
Silver Lake Mennonite Camp (slmc.ca)
Head Cook Position Silver Lake
is searching for a special someone to join the team this
summer in this high-energy and meaningful role. Visit slmc.ca/staff for
a full job description.
Summer Camp Registration: Outtrip (canoe or
hike) registration is open register by January 31 to receive a $100 discount!
All other overnight camps and day camps open on February 2 at 7am.
Mark your calendars and visit our website for full summer schedule and program
descriptions slmc.ca/summer-camp
Hidden Acres Updates and Events
The following are some
things that are happening at Hidden Acres
Staff
applications are open! Are you or someone you know looking for a fun and
meaningful summer job? Apply here to work at Hidden
Acres.
Summer Camp
Registration opens on January 28th @ 7am for all camps.
Register here.
Free Family
Day Open House - Join us on Feb 16th between 10-3:30 for a self guided day of
snowshoeing, sledding, treasure hunts, crafts, pretzel making, games, puzzles
and more. Bring a bagged lunch or pay $6 for a hot lunch. View the poster or click here to register.
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
JANUARY edition of On the Level: https://conta.cc/45pxxex
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.