Sunday, June 22nd

What does it mean to have faith when belief doesn’t come easily? This Sunday, we explore a faith that begins with trust, a faith rooted in mystery, shaped by experience, and held by grace.

In a world that often demands certainty, how do we live with questions, hold hope, and keep going?

Join us as we reflect on an ancient text and the God who meets us in every step of the journey. All are welcome, in your doubts, your hope, and your longing for something real.

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.

Celebrating 100 Years of The United Church of Canada

On Sunday, June 8, 2025, we gathered as the four Georgetown United Churches at NUC to celebrate the 100^th Anniversary of The United Church of Canada.

It was a wonderful celebration and thank you to all who participated, helped, and joined us in-person or online! Click here to read more and see lots of great photos from this day.

A Banner of Hope: A Lasting Gift from Lent 2025

During the season of Lent 2025, the Norval community was invited to reflect on where we have found hope along life’s journey. Each week, fabric strips were placed on the cross in our sanctuary, some with words written on them, others placed in quiet prayer, as we created a tapestry of shared hope, both in person and online.

Now, those offerings have been lovingly transformed into a beautiful banner by Fay Baxter and Maria Tarantino. We are deeply grateful to Fay and Maria for sharing their gifts so generously and for creating a lasting reminder of the hope we discovered together during that sacred season.

Rooted in our theme Hope for the Journey, this banner now hangs in our sanctuary as a visual reminder that we do not travel alone—hope is always being woven among us.

We’re pleased to share a photo so that all, whether near or far, can witness this visible sign of our community’s faith, creativity, and connection.

Where have you found hope lately?

Summer Scripture Readers – Help Wanted

We’re looking for volunteer Scripture readers for our summer worship services in July and August! Whether you’ve read before or this would be your first time, all are welcome—and we’d love to hear from children, youth, and families too. Families who wish to read together are warmly encouraged, and guidance or help dividing the reading will gladly be provided.

If you have a Sunday in mind that works well for you, please contact Rev. Heather via email (heather@norvalunited.ca) to sign up. Dates will be filled as responses come in, so please reach out soon if there’s a particular week you’d prefer.

Thank you for helping bring our sacred stories to life this summer!

🥣 Come Help Us Make Sides! 🥣

Join us on June 22nd from 1–3 p.m. as we prepare 80 servings of potato salad for Food for Life!

No experience needed—just bring yourself and your favorite slicing, shredding, or chopping tools. 😊

If you can help with ingredients, we will need potatoes, celery and onions!

To sign up or donate contact Anne Wilcox - here

We’d love to have you join us!

Food For Life

Outreach 40 Challenge!!

This month, we are collecting...

40 cans of Pasta & Sauce!

Please drop off in the bin in the Gathering Space before June 30tht!

P.S. Next month's special features will be Rice!

Dance for a Cause (or 2) 💃🕺

Join us for a fun-filled evening of dancing, laughter, and community — all in support of 2 amazing causes!

📍 Norval United Church

📅 Saturday, June 21st | 6:00–9:30 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)

🎟️ $15 per person – Cash only

Bring your family, friends, or your favorite dance partner.

Everyone’s welcome — let’s dance for good!

Join us for our monthly FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT!

on Friday, June 20th @ 6.30pm

This month we are showing: IF

There will be pizza and snacks - please RSVP to Caitlin via email here to make sure there is enough for everyone.

Family movie nights are super laid-back! Kids are welcome to come as they are, and move as they need. (pajamas, blankets, stuffies and friends encouraged!)

Hope you join us!

🌿 Camp Community Cleanup 🌿

Join us as we honour the Steven Worby Community Award with a Community Cleanup hosted by the Norval United Summer Program and Teen Group!

🗓 June 28th

⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 at Norval United Church

Everyone welcome!

Volunteer hours available upon request!

Camp Donations Are Open!

Thanks to your amazing generosity, we've reached our financial goal

💛 thank you so much 💛

We're still accepting physical donations like snacks, board games, and paper plates.

Please take a loot at our Summer Camp Wishlist

Thank you!

🌞 Intergenerational Bible Study 🌞

Join us for an intergenerational Bible study starting Wednesday July 2nd.

📖 every Wednesday in July and August

🕢 7:30–8:30 PM at NUC

You are welcome to one or all of the dates.

We will be exploring scriptures from various translations.

👉 If you need more information email Fay

Hope to see you there!

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.

WE WILL BE ON SUMMER BREAK FOR THE MONTH OF JULY - LOOKING FORWARD TO RE CONNECT IN AUGUST!

Explore the NUC Little Library!

Our youth room is home to our cozy Little Library filled with religious-themed books for children, youth, and adults.

📖 Feel free to browse, borrow, and enjoy! Just sign out your book in the binder on the shelf.

Happy reading! 😊

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.

Sharing your photo in our online church directory helps us all put names to faces and get to know each other better.

It's easy!! Click on the Sign Up button to sign up and create an account. Once we receive your request to create an account, then we will approve your access to the directory and send you further instructions by email.You can choose how much contact information you'd like to share in the online directory.

Please note: Only approved members/adherents of NUC are given access to the directory. Members are asked not to distribute/share the directory, or use it for any other purpose besides connecting. Please contact the office if you would like to review our privacy policy.

If you need any help, please contact Adrienne Eastwood by email or phone at 647-838-0966. She will help you access the directory and will even take your picture!

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.🍽️✨

BAKE SALE THIS Sunday!

Our local 4th Georgetown Beavers will be hosting a bake sale

Sunday, June 22nd from 11am to 2pm

at Norval United Church

with proceeds going to the Georgetown Bread Basket.

This is part of an annual project that our senior white tail beavers complete to earn their North Star top section award.

Youth have chosen the GBB because no one should go hungry!

Heartache2Hope Walk Update

Earlier this month, NUC member Terry Hope shared a powerful video and heartfelt reflections on this year’s Heartache2Hope Walk.

As Terry noted in worship on Sunday, the event brought together 380 registered walkers and volunteers and has already raised over $140,000 in support of the organization. So far in 2025, Heartache2Hope has had 330 people reach out for support.

We give thanks for this vital work, which offers compassion and care to those navigating profound loss.

We’re especially grateful to Terry for the care and dedication he brings to this organization and to all who took part and supported the walk.

The GO Project's Go Beyond:

An: 8-day overnight Youth Summer Program

Where: Oakville, On

When: July 19th to 27th 2025

Participants and staff live together at a host church, cook and share meals, partner with local environmental and social justice organizations, and explore how they’re being called to make a difference through daily workshops and reflection.

If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to visit our website website/registration page or reach out to me, Finn Parks, directly. I’d love to connect.

📧 fparks3003@outlook.com

📞 902-580-1597