Sunday September 4th

Unpacking our bag[gage]: What to do with our Talents?

This week we’ll be unpacking the parable of the talents together. We’ll shake out the story we tend to tell in search of the God we know, who says, “beloved, you are enough.”


Special Guest: Rachel Barton

Pianist: Mark Peterson

 Watch Sunday's Service Online, Live @ 9:00 AM EDT


Join us in live, online worship this Sunday at 9:00 am. 

You can find the service on Facebook Live or on our YouTube channel.

The service will be saved at both locations through the week.

 Join us for In-Person Worship @ 10:00 AM


Email Jenny Morrison if you would like to join our volunteer team and

help us provide a safe and warm welcome to all who gather.


News

New Members!


Are you interested in becoming a member of Norval United? We will be welcoming new members both online and in person on Sunday September 11th. We haven't had an opportunity to welcome new members since before the pandemic. If you would like more information or if you would like to become a member of NUC, contact Jenny in the church office. 



Sunday September 11th @ 10:00 AM


Save the Date for Welcome Sunday. We will be celebrating being back together after the summer, officially welcoming many new members into our congregation and a blessing of the backpacks. It promises to be an exciting day.

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See you September 14th



We will be taking a break from our weekly Mid Week Breath for the month of August. You can look out for weekly resources to help you take time on your own to reflect. Find this week's Mid Week Breath here.


Mid Week Breath will resume on Wednesday September 14th at 8PM.

Fall 2022


Walking Through Grief is an 8 week program offered by NUC and supported by Jones Funeral Home. Participants will watch a video, share in discussion and find support from others who are grieving.


The fall session runs Wednesdays 7:00PM-8:30PM from September 21st until November 9th. A suggested fee of $25 covers the cost of materials.


For more information, or to register you can email griefsupport@norvalunited.ca.  

Sunday September 18th @ 11AM


Join our team for the Georgetown Terry Fox Run starting at the Gellert Centre, conveniently next door to the church!. You can register for the Norval United team on the Terry Fox Run website. Not able to attend, but looking to support the cause? You can donate to the team or to an individual by following the same link. Contact Jen for more information about the event. 

  


Starting Saturday September 24th


Come and make music with us! 


Singing, Drumming, Joy! For ages 3-18 on Saturday mornings from 9:30-10:30.

No Experience Needed!


Contact Deb Hopper for more information  

We are blessed at Norval United with many dedicated volunteers and staff. Some of the people you know and see often and others work behind the scenes. 

Over the next few months we will be highlighting some of the folks at NUC. 

Keep a look out each week to meet someone new!


This week, we introduce you to....


Paul Ivany

Lead Minister


We asked Paul some questions so you can get to know role at Norval United.


What is one word that describes you?

Inquisitive.


What are you reading or watching or listening to these days?

"Ethos" on Netflix is an 8-part series based in Turkey about life, relationships, inclusion, and religious tension. It's not fast-moving but it is a fascinating portrayal about how tough life can be at times and how lives are intertwined.

How long have you been connected to NUC?

I first preached at Norval United in the Fall of 1990.


What brought you to NUC?

I had attended divinity school with Lenore Beachem, spouse of Rev Walter Beachem, who was the minister at the Home-Huttonville-Norval Pastoral Charge. They needed someone to fill in on the odd Sunday. Lenore gave my name to Walter and it kind of took off from there.


What is your favourite thing about the NUC community?

The people - welcoming, caring, patient, tolerant, encouraging, supportive. I could go on and on! I loved the farming families from the beginning. They are the salt of earth. They created the foundation upon which the Norval community is built and were always so welcoming of anyone who came through the doors. I love all the people of the Norval United family.


What is your role at NUC?

I'm the Lead Minister and will be so for just under a year more.

What is one thing people would find surprising about you?

I'm a bit of a pack rat (Don't ask Elizabeth!) One of my treasures from my youth is a gum wrapper chain that I started on March 1, 1970 and is over 900 feet long. (I haven't added to it in 45 years!)


If you could be a kitchen utensil, what would you be and why?

Can I be a blender? Get lots of ingredients and mix them up well to make something unique and tasty.


What is your favourite thing to talk about?

Other people's stories. Having been at Norval for so long, having done so many baptisms, weddings and funerals, having visited so many people, I just love hearing people's stories. There are so many interesting, moving, inspiring stories out there. What a gift to get to hear them and be part of them.


Ways to Serve

We are looking for folks who can help provide treats for Sunday morning's in person service. You can bake, pick up treats from the store, we even love the last minute run to Tim's for Tim Bits.  


We love sharing coffee and treats on Sunday morning before and after the service. If you would like to help provide treats for a Sunday morning, you can email Jenny in the office. You can bring them for a specific week or drop them off at the church to be stored in the freezer.

Volunteers Wanted


A big thank you to all the people who have signed up to help out with serving coffee, tea and treats on Sunday mornings. We are looking for volunteers for the fall. It is a great way to get to know the community. Don't worry if you don't know what to do, we have folks who can walk you through it the first time. If you can help, contact Jenny in the office to sign up for a Sunday. 

Other Opportunities to Serve

Here are a few other excellent opportunities:


Kids' Church Leadership (help run an activity with our kids on Sunday) 

Welcome Team (a great way to get to know people)

In-Person AV Team (help run the tech in the Sanctuary)

Food Truck Fridays (help set up and welcome/engage the community)



Consider these or other ways you feel called to participate in the life and work of NUC! Contact Jenny Morrison in the office at 905 877 6122 or by email.

In The Community

Are your affairs in order

Coffee, Tea & Talk Workshop On Being Prepared


Join us at this complimentary event sponsored by Jones Funeral Home and discover the peace of mind that comes with being prepared. Come learn the essential details to ensure you have properly prepared estate that covers Legal, Financial & End of Life Planning matters as well as simple strategies for organizing your important documentation. PLUS get your checklist copy of what every executor needs to know.


Where: Norval United Church

When: Wednesday Sept 21 11am-12:30pm OR 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Guest speaker: Gordon MacGregor - Certified Executor Advisor

To Register, Call Jones Funeral Home - 905 877 3631

Attendees will receive a free planning guide booklet

Light Refreshments will be served


I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; speak up on their behalf and give thanks for them.


1 Timothy 2:1

Julia Mounsteven has asked for prayers for her brother, Peter who is currently in the ICU at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket. We pray for him and the whole family.



We pray for Ian, son of Anne Wilcox, as he has surgery this week.


We pray for teachers, students and parents as a new school year begins.

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