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SUNDAY WORSHIP
8AM, CHAPEL
The atmosphere and acoustics in the Chapel help create a unique and expressive worship experience. The Valley Singers vocal ensemble and organ provide music for this service, along with traditional liturgical elements.
9AM, SANCTUARY & LIVESTREAM
VPC’s first sanctuary service includes music, prayer, space for kids, preaching, scripture, and an emphasis on community. Music is commonly led by VPC’s Chancel Choir and accompanied by our organ.
10:30AM, SANCTUARY & LIVESTREAM
Worship at 10:30AM contains many of the same elements as 9AM. Music is commonly led by VPC’s worship band with drums, guitar, piano, and bass. Whether you decide to attend a specific service because of its time or musical style, you will find space to hear God’s Spirit and respond through Christ-centered worship to God’s acts of salvation and ongoing transformation in the world.
AWAKEN CAFÉ, OPEN 8:30AM-NOON
We invite you to connect with the VPC community before or after worship at Awaken! Proceeds from beverage purchases support VPC’s Mission Partners locally and globally. This is a great place to spend time with friends and family; kids can play in the Awaken Plaza and the indoor/outdoor seating provides a comfortable place to relax all year long.
WELCOME FROM PASTOR JOYNT Summer is here! This brochure helps all of us see the opportunities to grow and serve at VPC in the coming months. If you are away for months, or on a short vacation, you can continue to connect online with our worship and many of our activities. This summer the sermons and devotionals will concentrate on the theme of leadership. All of us, in different areas, exercise leadership. When I look at our congregation, I see a company of leaders. May God bless you this summer! — Pastor David Joynt
CONTENTS
SUNDAY WORSHIP SUMMER SERMON SERIES JUNE JULY SUMMER STUDENT TRIPS & EVENTS AUGUST COMMUNITY GROUPS CARE & HELP COMING SOON NEWS FROM SESSION FINANCE & OPERATIONS
SUMMER SERMON SERIES
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BEGINNING JUNE 12
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JUNE
WORSHIP VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
8AM, Chapel 9 & 10:30AM, Sanctuary & Livestream Watch online: vpc.church/worship
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays, June 5—July 31, 9 & 10:30AM worship Kids 3 years old through entering 1st grade Marie Bitticks: marieb@vpc.church Children three years old through entering 1st grade are invited to attend summer Sunday School. Our regular teachers take some well-deserved time off in the summer. If you would like to help out with one of our Summer Sunday School classes, contact Marie. Kids entering 2nd grade and up are invited to stay in worship. We welcome this time for parents to model participation in worship.
JUNE 5 SUMMER BRUNCH
10AM, Awaken Café (in-between services) Free (donations accepted) RSVP requested but not required: vpc.church/events Enjoy good food and fellowship this summer the first Sunday of June, July, and August. If you typically attend at 9AM, stay a little later! If you typically attend at 10:30AM, come early!
JUNE 12 SUMMER SERMON SERIES: LEAD LIKE MOSES
Join us on Sunday Morning as we dive in to XXX and learn XXX over the summer!
JUNE 19 FATHER’S DAY
We’ll take time to celebrate the Dads and father figures in our lives.
MEN
VPC.CHURCH/MEN MEN’S BOWLING NIGHT
Thursday, June 30, 6—8PM Bowlero North Scottsdale (7000 E Mayo Blvd. Building #19) Cost: $20 Calling all men! You are invited for a fun evening, and perhaps some friendly competition.
CLASSES
VPC.CHURCH/CLASSES THE PRAYER COURSE: WHY, WHAT, & HOW TO PRAY Wednesdays, June 1—July 20 6—7PM, Room B106 While prayer can be a challenge for all of us, the ability to connect directly with God is extraordinarily rewarding. This class guides you to learn more about why we pray, what to pray for, and how to pray.
The Prayer Course is from 24-7 Prayer, an international, interdenominational prayer movement, and uses the Lord’s Prayer as a template. Each session features video from Peter Greig, author of How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, discussion, and an opportunity to practice praying. This class is for everyone, across all stages of their faith journey.
KIDS & STUDENTS VPC.CHURCH/EVENTS
STUDENT POOL PARTY
Wednesday, June 8, Pondelik’s home Middle School: 5—6:30PM Dinner (combined): 6:30—7PM High School: 7—8:30PM Students! As the heat rises take this chance to cool down.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2021: MONUMENTAL
Monday-Friday, June 20—24, 8:30AM-Noon For kids three years old-5th grade Cost: $35 per child (before June 6), $75 (after June 6) Tina Gilbreath: tinag@vpc.church Join us for Monumental VBS! We are headed on an adventure through the colorful canyons and sunbaked trails of the southwest. Each day kids will explore God’s awesomeness, forming a rock-solid faith for the road ahead. Our daily trek includes Sing & Play Celebration, Bible Adventures, Imagination Station, Kid Vid, Red Rock Recreation, Oasis taste snack time, and so much more!
STUDENT DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT
Monday, June 27, Landes Center Middle School: 5—7PM Dinner (combined): 7—7:30PM High School: 7:30—9:30PM Students, dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way to victory!
SUMMER
BRUNCH June 5, 10AM July 3, 10:30AM August 7, 10AM 4
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THIS SUMMER IS GOING TO BE MONUMENTAL
Vacation Bible School For Kids 3 years old—5 grade th
June 20-24, 8:30AM—Noon Cost: $35 per child (before June 6) Sign up today! vpc.church/vbs
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JULY
WORSHIP VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP
SERVE
VPC.CHURCH/SERVE
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
MENTORKIDS USA SUMMER CAMP
8AM, Chapel 9 & 10:30AM, Sanctuary & Livestream Watch online: vpc.church/worship
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays, June 5—July 31*, 9 & 10:30AM worship Kids 3 years old through entering 1st grade Marie Bitticks: marieb@vpc.church Children three years old through entering 1st grade are invited to attend summer Sunday School. Our regular teachers take some well-deserved time off in the summer. If you would like to help out with one of our Summer Sunday School classes, contact Marie. Kids entering 2nd grade and up are invited to stay in worship. We welcome this time for parents to model participation in worship. *No Summer Sunday School on July 3
JULY 3 ONE WORSHIP SERVICE & SUMMER BRUNCH
9:30AM, Sanctuary & Livestream Summer Brunch, 10:30AM, Awaken Café Childcare available for kids 0-2, no Sunday School VPC will have one combined worship service over the 4th of July weekend. We invite you to join us!
Mondays—Fridays, June 6—July 1, 12:30—5PM Paiute Promise Neighborhood, Scottsdale (Week of June 20—24, VBS at VPC) Volunteer opportunities available Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church MentorKids USA needs our help with registration, food prep, and making sure everyone is having fun safely. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and develop relationships with people from the Paiute Promise Neighborhood.
MENTORKIDS USA SOCCER CAMP
Monday—Friday, May 31—June 3, 4—5:30PM Paiute Promise Neighborhood, Scottsdale Volunteer opportunities available. Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church Get outside and get active with a great neighborhood of kids! No soccer experience necessary; volunteers are needed for registration and logistics. This is a great opportunity to give back to the greater Scottsdale community.
BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
July 17—31 Return bags to VPC Pick up a bag and supply list at the church office or on patio after worship. Supplies will help Title 1 Schools in the Scottsdale Unified School District.
CLASSES
VPC.CHURCH/CLASSES THE PRAYER COURSE: WHY, WHAT, & HOW TO PRAY
Wednesdays, June 1—July 20 6-7PM, Room B106 While prayer can be a challenge for all of us, the ability to connect directly with God is extraordinarily rewarding. This class will guide you to learn more about why we pray, what to pray for, and how to pray. The Prayer Course is from 24-7 Prayer, an international, interdenominational prayer movement, and uses the Lord’s Prayer as a template. Each session features video from Peter Greig, author of How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, discussion, and an opportunity to practice praying. This class is for everyone, across all stages of their faith journey.
SUMMER
BRUNCH June 5, 10AM July 3, 10:30AM August 7, 10AM 6
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STUDENTS
SUMMER STUDENT TRIPS & EVENTS VPC.CHURCH/STUDENTS
P I R T LL FU HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP: NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE Sunday, June 12—Friday, June 17 Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church
Nashville is known for its vibrant music scene and concerts at the Grand Ole Opry, but like any major city, it also has broken places with broken people. VPC’s High School students will work with local organizations to mend the broken and be Christ’s hands and feet.
FOREST HOME: LAKEVIEW
FOREST HOME: CREEKSIDE
Summer Camp at Lakeview is an experience designed to challenge, encourage, and engage students who are entering grades 9-12 in the fall. This will be an unbelievable week!
Creekside is the place for campers to get away from the academic and social pressures of Middle School and focus on their identity in Christ. This trip is for students who are entering grades 6-8.
High School, Sunday, July 17—Friday, July 22 Forest Home, California Cost: $540 (Scholarships available)
Middle School, Sunday, July 24—Friday, July 29 Forest Home, California Cost: $530 (Scholarships available)
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AUGUST
WORSHIP VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
8AM, Chapel 9 & 10:30AM, Sanctuary & Livestream Watch online: vpc.church/worship
AUGUST 7 BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSING & SUMMER BRUNCH
9 & 10:30AM Worship*, Sanctuary Brunch: 10AM (in-between services) Schools are a mission field where our children can share and show the love of Christ with their friends and teachers. All kids are encouraged to bring their backpack to church this Sunday! *Childcare available for kids 3-35 months
AUGUST 14 SUNDAY SCHOOL KICK-OFF
9 & 10:30AM Worship, Sanctuary Questions? Email Tina: tinag@vpc.church Register online: vpc.church/children Sunday School’s fall semester begins! Kids are invited to join their parents at the beginning of worship during the 9 and 10:30AM services, then go with their new teachers to class following the children’s moment. Please remember to register your kids!
KIDS & STUDENTS VPC.CHURCH/EVENTS
FAMILY WORKSHOPS
BRING YOUR PARENTS TO PRESCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL August 14, 9 & 10:30AM Join us for a special experience with your child! Meet their Sunday School teachers, see their classroom, meet other families with children the same age, and learn some tips for helping your child(ren) continue to grow in faith at home! SERVING AS A FAMILY WITH OUR 2ND/3RD GRADERS August 22, 10:30AM This class is designed to help 2nd/3rd graders and their parents understand the variety of ways we can serve our Lord, no matter our age. We will talk about using our God-given gifts to serve, what it means to be a humble servant, and work together to complete a service project in class. TOOLS4TAKEOFF WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS OF SENIORS August 22, 11:45AM This parent workshop provides tips for talking to your High School Senior about their faith and future, with emphasis on making the most of this short time with your senior. This workshop is the first step in preparing for the Senior Summit milestone, a special meal and worship service at the end of their senior year.
OASIS STUDENTS
WOMEN VPC.CHURCH/MOPS
MOPS FALL KICK-OFF
Friday, August 26, 9-11AM, Landes Center Registration information coming soon! Mothers of Preschoolers, this is for you! MOPS is dedicated to the message that mothering matters and that moms need encouragement during these critical and formative years.
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Wednesdays starting August 17 MIDDLE SCHOOL 6—7:30PM, B108 Homework Space, 7:30—9PM, Awaken Café Awaken Café will also be open as a homework room available for students and families to use after program is over. HIGH SCHOOL 7:30—9PM, B108 Homework Space, 6—7:30PM, Awaken Café Awaken Café will also be open as a homework room available for students and families to use before the program.
BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSING & SUMMER BRUNCH Sunday, August 7, 9AM & 10:30AM Worship, 10AM Brunch
We3
A powerhouse female jazz trio Friday, September 30, 7PM
Veteran’s Day Concert
Senator Jon Kyl, narrating featuring Valley Singers & Chancel Choir Friday, November 11, 7PM
Collingsworth Family Singers A True Family Christmas Thursday, December 8, 7PM
VPC’s Christmas Concert
Chancel Choir & Phoenix Symphony members Sunday, December 11, 9AM & 10:30AM
Opera, Broadway, & Spirituals
Jenina Gallaway, soprano, with Valley Singers, & friends Friday, January 20, 7PM
Point of Grace
Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning trio Sunday February 26, 4PM
VPC’s Spring Concert Chancel Choir Sunday, May 7, 4PM
vpc.church/music
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COMMUNITY GROUPS KALEIDOSCOPE
Ed Glady: beglady@gmail.com Kaleidoscope is a discipleship community comprised of single and married women and men mostly born between the years 1955 to 1975, although we welcome everyone! We study, serve, and fellowship together all year long. We also have a weekly email where we keep up to date with prayer needs, dig into the most recent sermon, promote church ministries, and deliver class summaries.
Sunday School Class 9—10:15AM, Room B106
The Bible for Grown-Ups RightNow Media video series with Pastor & Author Andy Stanley June 5 & 12 As children, many of us received a leather-bound book full of long words and difficult names we couldn’t pronounce. We were told everything in it was true and we should do our best to abide by its teachings. Then we grew up. What was oh-so-simple then is . . . well, it’s not simple. Perhaps that’s because we were taught Bible stories but not the story of the Bible. There is a big difference. —Andy Stanley How to Better Understand What You Read in the Bible With Steve Carter June 19 & 26 Steve will lead us in an approach to Bible understanding to help us get more out of what we read. Using the book of Titus, Steve will give us tools to read and understand Paul’s short letter, helping us dig deep into the text and bring God’s Word closer to our hearts.
Mission Projects:
Food for the Hungry Phoenix Saturday, June 11, 1—4PM, Food for the Hungry Phoenix location We will spend a couple hours assisting Food for the Hungry to prepare document packets for its child sponsor ministry, which provides financial and spiritual support. Dinner nearby will follow. Feed My Starving Children Saturday, August 27, 7PM, FMSC Mesa location Join us for a couple hours packing meals for hungry children across the world. Dinner nearby before (details TBD) If you’re interested in joining us for either of these mission efforts, email Ed or Beth Glady: beglady@gmail.com.
July & August We will be on “Monsoon Break” until Sunday, September 11.
YOUNG MARRIEDS W/ CHILDREN
Pastor Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church Chris Woodard’s life has evolved with Brianna, Max, and their newest addition due in June! This groups is very fluid, determining the activities and Bible studies that work best for our group. If you are interested in joining this growing group, please contact Chris.
BOOMERS
Sarah Burnette: sarahswiggins@gmail.com Boomer Community Group will resume classes and social activities in mid-September. Contact Sarah to get on the Boomers mailing list and learn about our classes for the fall!
VOYAGERS
Cheryl Shaff: cherylshaff@gmail.com Voyagers will meet starting in September one Friday each month. We plan to have zoom calls through the summer to stay in touch.
Take VPC with you this summer YouTube: Search ‘vpc.church’
VPC website: vpc.church/worship
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Facebook: facebook.com/valleypresbyterian
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CARE & HELP VPC is a community of caring people that wants to see you healthy and whole, as God intended! You are welcome to talk to any of our Pastors, but please seek out these opportunities below to help with challenges you may be facing. David Turner: davidt@vpc.church, 480-991-6424, ext. 0121 Tammy Gallagher: tammyg@vpc.church, 480-991-6424, ext. 0163
CARE
MENTAL HEALTH
VPC.CHURCH/CARE STEPHEN MINISTRY: FAITH FRIENDS
VPC.CHURCH/CARE
Email Penne McKee: pendlepenn@gmail.com or David Turner: davidt@vpc.church Stephen Ministers are men and women identified by the church as compassionate good listeners, grounded in the teachings of the Christian faith, and demonstrating the ability to carefully guard confidences. Hundreds of our members and visitors have enjoyed the friendship of a Stephen Minister at some point in life. The services are free and everything you share will be held in strict confidence. They meet one-on-one with people of their same gender and become supportive friends in Christ.
OPEN DOOR SOCIALS – BACK THIS FALL!
Email Ginny Carter: carter.gin@gmail.com or David Turner: davidt@vpc.church We value spending time with friends and connecting with new ones. Open Door provides casual and relaxed fellowship events in members’ homes, and will be back in the fall! If you are interested in hosting one of these fun and easy evenings, please reach out.
Beyond the Broken Heart: A Class for those Experiencing Grief
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 Beginning July 16, anyone across the US can connect to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988
AZ Teen Lifeline
602-248-8336, teenlifeline.org
Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line 602-222-9444
Family Support Website
nami.org/Find-Support/Living-with-a-Mental-Health-Condition
National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI
Support Groups: namivalleyofthesun.org/support-groups Classes: namivalleyofthesun.org/classes
Grace Alliance Support Groups
Mentalhealthgracealliance.org/grace-group-locations
Elizabeth Weiss
Facilitated by: Pastor David Turner September 22—November 17, 2022 Based on the book by Julie Yarbrough, this nine-week course is for those grieving the loss of a loved one. In your grief you have a story to tell; it’s important because it’s your story. Together with others traveling this path, you will find support, encouragement, and experience personal and spiritual growth through the healing power of God’s presence. We welcome you to join in this amazing, healing journey.
VPC Mental Health leader: esweiss1231@gmail.com or 713-203-5544
DEACONS VPC.CHURCH/DEACONS
Deacons provide vital services to church members and our community. They are always in need of volunteers to serve in over 12 ministry areas (a few are highlighted below). Health & Wellness—Members of this ministry work with the Flower Donation: Tammy Gallagher: tammyg@vpc.church community to provide on-campus events such as heart screenings, This team of Deacons encourages members of the church to immunization programs, blood drives, and AED & First Aid training donate flowers for the weekly worship service. From one-time for VPC and the surrounding community. donations to annual contributions, this team also maintains an online database to aid Valley in this ministry. American Red Cross Blood Drive – SAVE THE DATE Friday, September 23, 2022 First Impression: Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church 8AM—2PM, Landes Center Members of our church are trained to be an on-campus welcoming Join us and help save lives at our Deacon-sponsored presence, assist guests by helping them find the services they community blood drive. are seeking, and answer questions or direct them to additional resources. We are looking for additional volunteers for this team!
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COMING SOON MOPS KICKOFF
Friday, August 26, 9AM Mothers of Preschoolers, this is for you!
OASIS START
Wednesday, September 7 Classes & Programs for the whole family
MEN’S RETREAT
Friday, September 30—Sunday, October 2 A chance to get away and grow together 12
FALL FESTIVAL & FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN EVENT
Saturday, November 19 An all-church and all-campus event to serve those around the globe
NUTRITION WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 27, 11:30AM—12:30PM, Sanctuary Taking care of your body with Licensed Nutritionist Courtney Skvarla
TRUNK OR TREAT Saturday, October 29 Fun & Safe Community Halloween Event
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NEWS FROM SESSION MAY MEETING REPORT
Mike Vreeland gave an excellent review of VPC’s communication methods to members and the community. Session appreciates the efforts of Mike and the Communications Team to find creative solutions to reach people. At the May 22 Congregational meeting called by Session, Miles Pondelik was elected Trustee to Valley Presbyterian Foundation to replace an open position.
Karen Gill Meyer Clerk of Session 480-368-6567
With deep regret Session accepted the resignation of Elder George Bosworth, Chairman of Session’s Finance & Operations Committee. Debbie Cox was confirmed as a co-opt member of the Discipleship & Spiritual Growth Committee. Session moved to contract to paint and replace flooring on both floors of the Administration Building. Part of the funds will come from Fund the Need funds raised in April at VPF’s Annual Dinner. The final distribution of the Jene & Millie Jacoby Trust will go to the Valley Presbyterian Foundation General Fund and the VPC Maintenance Reserve. Session approved a motion confirming that the Negotiation Committee is authorized to conduct discussions and negotiations with the Presbytery’s Administrative Committee concerning dismissal of VPC from the Grand Canyon Presbytery and PCUSA. The Negotiation Committee is authorized to hire counsel and consultants as needed to advise the Committee in formulating a recommendation for the resolution of this matter. The Committee will keep Session informed throughout the process. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. —Blessings, Karen Gill Meyer
FINANCE & OPERATIONS VPC finances year-to-date as of April 30, 2022: Income
Kris Bahr
Finance & Operations Director 480-991-6424 ext. 0112 krisb@vpc.church
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Actual $ Budget $ Variance $
Faith Giving Other Income Total Income
861,400 72,600 934,000
840,000 40,200 880,200
21,400 32,400 53,800
Pastoral Ministry Admin & Facility Mission, Outreach, Cong. Care Christian Education Worship & Music Total Expense
158,000 369,600 45,900 107,400 111,100 792,000
158,900 373,700 20,800 132,500 109,200 795,100
900 4,100 -25,100 25,100 -1,900 3,100
142,000
85,100
56,900
Expense
Net Income less Expense
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Valley Presbyterian Church 6947 East McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424 vpc.church
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Pastors: David Joynt, David Turner, Chris Woodard, Travis Kingma
