Sunday October 11, 2026

 

10:00am Worship & Livestream at Valleyview

 

Youth Lead Worship

Thanksgiving & Communion Service

Give Thanks to the Lord!

Camp Sponsorship Fundraiser

In 2026, 14 children and youth had memorable summer camp experiences thanks to the support of the Valleyview camp sponsorship fund. As we prepare for next year, we want to replenish the restricted fund so it is available to offer a meaningful subsidy for every Valleyview child who wants to attend a Mennonite summer camp. 

 

On Sunday, October 11, we will be encouraging you to donate to the fund, in concert with our youth leading the service. They are planning to bring the spirit of camp to the service, and we invite you to as well! If you wish, bring or wear something that reminds you of summer camp or outdoor fun. Our fundraising goal is to reach and hopefully surpass $2000.  You can donate to this fund during the Sunday offering or online at valleyviewmc.ca/give (indicating camp sponsorship in your memo line!). 

Leading us in worship:

Speaker: Pastor Craig

Worship Leader: Pastor Craig & Youth

Song Leader: Heidi W

Musician: Elenor T

Readers: Youth & Pastor Craig

Community Prayer: Pastor Craig

Tech Team: Heather P, Dan H

Ushers: Don T, Paul W, Lynne W

Counters: Susan BP, Heather P

 

Order of Service:

Welcome

Opening Hymn: VT#111 - 10,000 Reasons

Lighting the Christ Candle

Call to Worship - Jean-Marc

A Thanksgiving Prayer - Adrienne

Hymn: VT#70 - Praise God

Scripture: Psalm 100: 1-5

Children s Time Youth

Camp Memories Youth

Offertory Prayer & Offering

Message: Give Thanks to the Lord Pastor Craig

Hymn of the Month: VT#458 - The Water is Ready

Communion

Community Sharing & Prayer

Announcements

Sending Hymn: VT#847 - You Shall Go Out With Joy

Benediction

11am No Second Hour (Happy Thanksgiving!)

 

Calendar Highlights: Oct 11 - 16

Click here for our full Calendar of events.

 

INTERIM PASTOR SCHEDULE:

This week, Pastor Craig's in person days in London will be Sunday, then working remote the remainder of the week. Please reach out to him if you would like a visit or an appointment with him during that time.  Also feel free to reach out to him by e-mail or on his cell (519-498-8424) even on days when he is not local to Valleyview.

 

 

Save the Date!

       October 23 25, 2026: Pastor Candidating Weekend

Activities and meetings are planned Friday to Sunday to meet and interact with the pastor candidate. After the candidating weekend, members will have an opportunity to vote whether or not to call the candidate to ministry and become our next pastor.

o   Special Meeting of the Members (see announcements)

A Congregational Meeting and vote will take place on Sunday October 25 at 2 p.m. at Valleyview.

 

        Saturday, November 14, 1:00pm: Fall Yard Cleanup (see announcements)

 

        Wednesday, November 18, 10:00am - Seniors group gathering at Valleyview

Valleyview Seniors will be gathering at the church on Wednesday, November 18 at 10AM.

Anne Marie Kapp will facilitate a conversation about the Long Term Care System. She will invite our shared experiences, questions and comments about Long Term Care and other housing options.  

 

Fall 2026 Worship Preview: click here

 

Next: Sunday October 18, 2026

 

***There is no worship service at Valleyview in London this weekend.***

 

October 16 - 18, 2026

Valleyview Unplugged Annual Church Retreat
at Silver Lake Mennonite Camp (Sauble Beach, ON)

  

Worship Leader: Jacques P

Song Leader: Derek M

Counters: David H, Heather P

 

Sunday Offering: Retreat participants, a free-will unreceipted cash offering to the General Fund is collected during Sunday s worship. This offering helps offset Valleyview s commitment to hosting a free retreat by paying all food and room costs.

 

 

Seeking Coolers by Oct 11^th for the Church Retreat

Elenor is seeking to borrow 6 large coolers with ice packs for the retreat. If we could have them at church by Thanksgiving Sunday that would be great! 

Please let Heather know if you are bringing one; office@valleyviewmc.ca.

Please label your name on your cooler before leaving it at the church (can be placed in the admin s office).

This is notice of a Congregational Meeting of Members to be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Non-members are welcome to attend and participate in all discussions; however, non-members are not eligible to vote. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether to extend a call to ministry for the pastor candidate, following the end of a candidating weekend scheduled for October 23-25. Details and supporting documentation were emailed to the membership on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Or, contact the church office.

 

Save the Date! Property & Maintenance Committee is seeking volunteers for a fall yard cleanup at Valleyview on Saturday, November 14*, at 1:00pm. Bring your rakes! With many hands we expect to be finished within a couple short hours. Please contact Helmut if you can help (519-702-7710).

Youth: This is a great opportunity for high school service hours!  

*Rain date: Saturday Nov 21st, 1:00pm

Friday, November 6, 2026, 7:30pm at St Jacobs Mennonite Church (1310 King St N, St Jacobs). Menno Singers, with Artistic Director Brandon Leis, presents its first concert of the year, Pale Blue Dot Earth , a musical exploration of the seasons and places of our world. The concert also includes Lieder and Art songs performed by tenor Brandon Leis and pianist Charmaine Fopoussi. Tickets available at www.mennosingers.com or at the door.

Posted 2026-10-11

 

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

SEPTEMBER edition of On the Level: https://conta.cc/3URSfBy

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

 

Donations to the Church Budget

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

 

Donations received in October: $4,625

Monthly Target: $38,965*

* Revised monthly donations required for remainder of the year.

Previous month total: September $23,610

 

Total donations received Year-to-Date: $210,389

(64% of annual donations target achieved to-date)

2026 Annual target: $327,285

$116,896 remaining to reach the full-year target

 

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 experience severe allergy. Please refrain from bringing, eating, or serving any food labelled as containing peanuts or with warning May contain peanuts .