Sunday, May 4th

This week, we step into a tender conversation on the beach — one that’s awkward, honest, and holy. Peter, full of mistakes and hope, is asked three times: “Do you love me?” And with each answer, we hear a deeper invitation — not just to believe, but to follow, with courage, vulnerability, and love.

As we think about following Jesus in our own lives, this Sunday in particular it might feel a bit like a play on that famous line from Star Wars: "May the 4th be with you." Whether it’s the trust to step into the unknown, like Peter, or the faith to boldly embrace the road ahead, Jesus invites us to follow, even when it feels like we’re facing an uncertain galaxy.

Come with your questions. Come with your doubts. Join us as we grow together — a community learning to live out faith with meaning, love, and purpose.

Join us Online for Worship @ 9:00AM

or

for In-Person Worship @ 10:00 AM

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

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

Congregational Meeting

On behalf of the Executive, please note a Congregational Meeting has been called to be held on Sunday, May 25, 2025.

The meeting will start at 11:15am and will be available to our online members as well. Child care will be provided. The agenda will include updates on the Youth and Young Families Position, amendment to the VAM agreement and proposed amendments to the Governance.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Helga Kennedy, Chair of the Executive Team, hckennedy57@gmail.com

Website Admin needed!

We are in need of a new Website Administrator to update and maintain our Norval United website.

Sincere gratitude to Alex Page for his expertise with our website over the past few years!

If you’re able to help out, please contact Jan Arnold

Thank you!

Youth and Young Families Position - Updates

The Executive along with M & P are carefully considering all the suggestions that came out of the Town Hall meeting. We will be meeting again next week and will report back to you as soon as we have some options for going forward with this position. It is imperative that we take the necessary time to discern what we want this role to look like going forward. We appreciate all your input and your patience.

In the meantime, we have filled some of the required roles with volunteers. We are grateful for all that have stepped forward and appreciate their time and efforts. We do still need some assistance, so if you have a passion for young people and would like to help out, please contact Helga Kennedy: hckennedy57@gmail.com

Please click on the link provided to read the full update here Some printed hardcopies of the full update will be available on Sunday. If you miss picking one up and would like a printed copy, please contact the church office.

Faith Formation Team

We are seeking volunteers to join the newly formed Faith Formation Team.

The Faith Formation Team is dedicated to nurturing the spiritual growth of our online and in-person communities. The team will work under the direction of ministry personnel, and in collaborate with other groups/teams within the church, to develop cohesive and integrated Faith Formation programing that supports the shared vision and mission of the church. Interested individuals should reach out to Jan Arnold from the Nomination Committee.

Additional details regarding the Faith Formation Team can be found here.

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What a Night!

A full church, incredible music, and pure joy from start to finish.

Huge thanks to everyone who helped make it all happen — you are amazing! 🙌 💛

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Food For Life

Outreach 40 Challenge!!

This month, we are collecting...

40 cans of Canned Tomatoes!

Please drop off in the bin in the Gathering Space before May 31st!

P.S. Next month's special features will be Pasta & sauce!

🌟 Special one week May Food Drive! 🌟

The Alliance Church is inviting local churches to join a special Food Drive from May 18–31 to support the Georgetown Bread Basket.

Summer is a tough time for many families, with kids home from school & food donations running low 🍽️.

Let’s help! Please donate:

🥫 Canned brown (baked) beans
🐖 Canned ham
🐟 Canned tuna

Drop your items in the tote labeled GBB May Food Drive in the gathering space. NUC’s donations will be delivered on Saturday, May 31.

Thank you ❤️ for your generous support!

Family & Youth Programs May!

Junior Youth Group, Friday, May 9th @

7.00 pm

Movie night, Friday, May 30th at 6.30 pm

Looking forward to seeing you!

Sunday Mornings @ 9:15

The prayer group meets every Sunday morning before the service. Anyone is welcome to join in prayer for individuals, our church and the world.

If you have prayer requests, kindly send us an email

Contact Marilyn Smith or Jennifer Barnett for more information.

Mid Week Breath

Join us for our weekly virtual mid week breath on Wednesdays @ 8PM.

30 minutes of meditation and reflection on zoom.

Connect to ZOOM here.

Contact the church office for more information.

Friendship Group

Come on out on Tuesday, May 13th at 1:00pm.

We will meet in the Sanctuary at Norval United Church. Following light refreshments, guest Daisy Radigan of Seniors for Climate will share a short documentary entitled, Later is Too Late. Through personal stories it highlights the fears and hopes of people across Canada who are facing the climate crisis and taking action for a better future. This will be a relevant, interesting and thought provoking presentation and discussion.

Guyz Group

Thursdays @ 9:30AM

A bunch of guys meet at the church each week to watch videos, ask big questions and work to find answers. They've also enjoyed having various guest speakers attend. Anyone is welcome to join.

Please email David Venning for more information.

Community Bulletin board!

🌟FOOD & MEAL SUPPORT🌟

Life can be tough, and we want you to know you’re not alone. If you’re in need for food support and/or a warm meal incl. some friendly company, there are resources available to help you💙

Click here to explore some helpful options that are available in Georgetown and Acton.🍽️✨

Join Us by supporting the Hike for Hospice

on Sat. May 3 @ 10:00AM!

Things are shaping up nicely for Georgetown’s second annual Hike for Hospice. We have done the planning. We have our hike volunteers in place. We have a team of 22 walkers ready from the 4 Georgetown United Churches and the community. We are UNITED4HOSPICE!

Here is a recent article from HaltonHillsToday https://www.haltonhillstoday.ca/local-news/charity-walk-participants-sought-to-help-bring-hospice-to-north-halton-10534138 that references the Hike, and why our team UNITED4HOSPICE (U4H) was formed. On Sat. May 3 @ 10:00AM, our Georgetown walkers will be heading out from Norval United Church, 14015 Danby Road, on a 5km circuit through Georgetown South. Be sure to wave if you see us!

Our UNITED4HOSPICE team goal is to raise $15,000 by Hike Day - May 3. In these final days, we are asking you to join our efforts. Please consider supporting a U4H walker or our team in general by making your donation now. Your gift will help the Townsend Smith Foundation build North Halton’s first hospice residence. https://www.canadahelps.org/s/6WqJK3