Summer 2024 Ministry Brochure

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SUMMER

2024

A place where you

Belong

Sunday Worship

9AM, SANCTUARY & LIVESTREAM

This 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 the 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 8AM-1PM

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.

Valley Presbyterian Church

6947 East McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424

vpc.church

Pastors: David M. Joynt, David L. Turner, Travis W. Kingma, Chris D. Woodard

WELCOME!

Teachers and students long for summer vacation, for it means rest and recovery and a chance for travel and adventure. But it can also mean that progress in learning halts or slides backwards. Lessons are forgotten and insights lost. The same can happen if we take a “vacation” from church! At VPC, the summer is a time to keep growing and learning. This brochure helps you to see ways to connect in the coming weeks. Even if you are in faraway places, you can access our worship, devotionals, and other events online. May this summer be a blessing to you in every way, and also a time of spiritual renewal.

SUMMER BRUNCHES

Delicious food with good people after worship

May 5: 10:30AM

June 2: 10AM

July 7: 10:30AM

August 11: 10AM

CONTENTS Sunday Worship 2 Awaken Café 4 Vacation Bible School & Annie, Jr. 5 May 6 & 7 June 8 & 9 July 10 & 11 August 12 & 13 Coming this Fall 13 Care & Help 14 Community Groups 15

Monday-Friday 7AM-2PM

Saturday & Sunday 8AM-1PM

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IG: @awakencafe.az

Vacation Bible School

For Kids 3 years old—5th grade

June 24-28, 8:30AM—Noon

Cost: $35 per child

Sign up today! vpc.church/vbs

Extended Day Option!

Music Camp: Annie, Jr.

For Kids 1st—5th grade

June 24-27, Noon—3:30PM

Performance: Thursday, June 27, 6:30PM

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MAY

WORSHIP

MAY 5: SINGLE SERVICE STUDENT SUNDAY & SUMMER BRUNCH 9:30AM | Sanctuary & Livestream

MAY 12,

19,

& 26 9 & 10:30AM | Sanctuary & Livestream

SUNDAYS

May 5: Summer Brunch

10:30AM (After 9:30AM worship), Awaken Plaza

Join us after Student Sunday worship for some great food!

Sunday School

Sundays, May 5—19, 9 & 10:30AM worship

Kids 3 years old through entering 5th grade

Kids join their parents at the beginning of worship, then go with their teachers to class. At VPC we believe the church is a partner with parents as they raise their children as disciples of Christ.

Family Workshops: Senior Summit

Sunday, May 5, 4:30-6:30PM, Sanctuary & Awaken Plaza Baccaulareate Worship Celebration & Dinner for High School Seniors and their families.

Simply Sandi: An Evening with Sandi Patty

Sunday, May 19, 4PM, Sanctuary

We hope you’ll join us! Sandi is the most awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music history with 40 Dove Awards and was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2004.

Family Worship Sunday

Sunday, May 26, 9 & 10:30AM worship

Nursery available for children under 3

Parents, enjoy this special time with your older children. Feel free to:

• Quietly explain the parts of the service to your children.

• Guide them to stand, sit, sing, or pray with the congregation.

Awaken Café

Open Sundays, 8AM—1PM

Villages in Partnership Water Walk

Sunday, May 5, 10:30AM

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

The Water Walk raises funds every year for clean water, health, and sanitation for our friends in 29 remote villages of Malawi, Africa. Funds raised go to partner villages for life-changing, sustainable development projects, impacting over 24,000 lives.

Meal Service for those experiencing Homelessness

Monday, May 13, 4:30-6PM

South Scottsdale Presbyterian Church/Community House

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Join us to support and serve those less fortunate in our local community. We serve a meal and have fellowship time.

Africa 2025 Trip Interest & Information Meeting

Sunday, May 19, 10-10:30AM, Room B108, Teal Student Room*

RSVP by Friday, May 17: Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

*Zoom option available if requested

Are you interested in serving as a missionary in Malawi alongside VPC’s Mission Partners Villages in Partnership & Ministry of Hope in 2025? If you think God may be calling you to serve globally, we invite you attend!

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Sunday, May 26, 8AM-2PM, Landes Center

Search by location and date: redcross.org

Join Valley Presbyterian Church and help save lives at our Deaconsponsored community blood drive.

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SERVE
VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE FOR MILITARY VETERANS

Monday, May 27, 8AM

Sanctuary & Memorial Garden

Add a name to the Roll Call of Veterans by May 15.

Email Katrina: katrinac@vpc.church Join us for this opportunity to honor the service of those who have gone ahead of us.

MEN

Men’s Breakfast/Coffee & Bible Study

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7-8AM, Awaken Café

Join us for breakfast or coffee, followed by Bible Study in Room B106. All men are invited to join us - this is a great time to meet and connect with other men!

Men’s Lunch Bible Study: The Bible in a Year

With Pastor Chris Woodard

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 12-1PM, Zoom

Bring a lunch and join us for this virtual study.

Men’s Adult Basketball

Thursdays, 6AM, Landes Center, free Mike Bitticks; michael.bitticks@gmail.com

Begin your day with some great fun and exercise! Showers and lockers available.

EVENTS

Café Kids Time @Awaken

Thursday, May 16, 8:40AM, Awaken Plaza

For kids 5 & under

Join VPC’s Children’s Ministry Team on the third Thursday of each month for a fun activity: story time, a craft, or Chapel lesson!

Book Club for Men and Women

Tuesday, May 7, 10-11;30AM, Room C204

DVD Viewing of “Tuesdays with Morrie”

Balance & Posture and Chair Yoga, for Men and Women

Thursdays through May 30, 10-11AM, Room C204

WOMEN

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): Say Yes Art & Mindfulness Experience

With Jordan Boerema, Art Therapist at Neurodiverse Counseling

Friday, May 3, 9-11AM, Room B106

Registration & Childcare: vpc.church/mops

Having a genuine, supportive, honest group of female friends in your circle is one of life’s biggest upgrades. If you’re ready for a community like this, then you belong here.

Women’s Bible Study

Friday, May 10, 9:30-11AM, Room B106

Join us each week as we dive into scripture. We will finish the book of Galatians. Come a little early for coffee, breakfast goodies, and some time to visit!

Women’s Circles Month Bible Study

With Duffy Gibb & Pastor David Joynt

May 8, 9:15AM, Sanctuary

We are exploring the book Golden Fruit focusing on one fruit of the Spirit through the lives and stories of nine biblical women.

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JUNE

WORSHIP VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP

JUNE 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 9 & 10:30AM

| Sanctuary & Livestream

SUNDAY MORNINGS

June 2: Summer Brunch

10AM (After 9AM worship), Awaken Plaza

Come early to 10:30AM worship or stay after 9AM to enjoy some great food and even better people!

Congregational Meeting

Sunday, June 2, 10AM (After 9AM worship), Sanctuary

We will vote on new VPC bylaws.

Summer Sunday School

June 2-August 4, 9 & 10:30AM, Room C6

Kids 3 years old through entering 1st grade

Marie Bitticks: marieb@vpc.church

Kids are invited to join their parents at the beginning of worship, then go with their teachers to class. Worship packets will be available for older children who get to worship with their families.

Summer College Age Small Group & Bible Study

Sunday, June 9, 16, & 23, July 7, 14, & 21, 9-10:30AM Room B108, Teal Room

College students! Home for break? Live locally and want to hang out during the summer? This Bible Study is for you!

Awaken Café

Open Sundays, 8AM—1PM

SERVE

Meal Service for those experiencing Homelessness

Monday, June 10, 4:30-6PM

South Scottsdale Presbyterian Church/Community House

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Join us to support and serve those less fortunate in our local community. We serve a meal and have fellowship time.

Host Family Promise of Greater Phoenix

Sunday, June 2—June 9

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Family Promise keeps families from becoming homeless in the midst of health or employment uncertainty. VPC partners with other churches to provide dinner, a place to sleep, and breakfast.

MentorKids USA Summer Camp

Monday—Friday, June 3—28, 8AM-12:30PM

June 3—7: Superhero Leadership Camp

June 10—14: Imagine Arts Camp @ First Baptist Scottsdale

June 17—21: Around the World Adventure Camp

June 24—28: VBS @VPC

Paiute Promise Neighborhood

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Ellerie Leptich: eleptich@mentorkidsusa.org

Help with Career Day guest speakers, snack 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!

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STUDENT MISSION TRIPS

High School: Kansas City

Sunday, June 2-Friday, June 7

God will be at work through VPC’s Students in the heartland! This trip is full.

Middle School: Phoenix Day Trips

Monday, June 17-Friday, June 21

Students will have the opportunity to serve through different experiences throughout the Valley.

EVENTS

Middle School Kickball

Wednesday, June 12, 4:30-6PM, Landes Center Dinner provided!

High School Pickleball

Wednesday, June 12, 7:30-9PM, Landes Center Ice cream provided!

Café Kids Time @Awaken

Thursday, June 20, 8:40AM, Awaken Plaza

For kids 5 & under

Join VPC’s Children’s Ministry Team on the third Thursday of each month for a fun activity: story time, a craft, or Chapel lesson!

Vacation Bible School: Scuba

Monday, June 24—Friday, June 28

8:30AM-Noon, VPC campus, Cost: $35, vpc.church/vbs

For kids 3 years old—5th grade

At VBS kids will dive deep into an amazing undersea adventure where they’ll experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At SCUBA VBS, kids will be immersed in the word and discover what living water is really all about. Sign up today! Space is limited.

A Musical Extended Day to VBS: Annie, Jr.

Monday, June 24—Thursday, June 27

12-3:30PM, Landes Center, Sign-up online: vpc.church/vbs

For kids 1st—5th grade

Contact Jennifer Hamm: jenniferh@vpc.church

We are thrilled to offer an extended day musical camp option!

Led by VPC’s own Ms. Jennifer and Ms. Kay, this classic show is the perfect compliment to the VBS day. Space is limited and camp must meet a minimum number of participants, so don’t delay!

MEN

Men’s Breakfast/Coffee & Bible Study

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7-8AM, Awaken Café

Join us for breakfast or coffee, followed by Bible Study in Room B106. All men are invited to join us - this is a great time to meet and connect with other men!

Men’s Lunch Bible Study: The Bible in a Year

With Pastor Chris Woodard

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 12-1PM, Zoom

Bring a lunch and join us for this virtual study.

Men’s Adult Basketball

Thursdays, 6AM, Landes Center, free Mike Bitticks: michael.bitticks@gmail.com

Begin your day with some great fun and exercise! Showers and lockers available.

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VPC.CHURCH/STUDENTS

JULY

WORSHIP

JULY 7: SINGLE SERVICE & SUMMER BRUNCH

9:30AM

|

Sanctuary & Livestream

JULY 14, 21, & 28

9 & 10:30AM | Sanctuary

& Livestream

SUNDAY MORNINGS

July 7: Summer Brunch

10:30AM (After 9:30AM worship), Awaken Plaza

Join us after worship for a delicious Sunday Brunch!

Family Worship Sunday

Sunday, July 7, 9:30AM worship

Nursery available for children under 3 Parents, enjoy this special time with your older children. Feel free to:

• Quietly explain the parts of the service to your children.

• Guide them to stand, sit, sing, or pray with the congregation.

Summer College Age Small Group & Bible Study

Sunday, July 7, 14, & 21, 9-10:30AM Room B108, Teal Room

College students! Home for break? Live locally and want to hang out during the summer? This Bible Study is for you!

Summer Sunday School

Through August 4*, 9 & 10:30AM, Room C6

Kids 3 years old through entering 1st grade

Marie Bitticks: marieb@vpc.church

Kids are invited to join their parents at the beginning of worship, then go with their teachers to class. Worship packets will be available for older children who get to worship with their families.

*No Sunday School July 7

Awaken Café

Open Sundays, 8AM—1PM

SERVE

Meal Service for those experiencing Homelessness

Monday, July 8, 4:30-6PM

South Scottsdale Presbyterian Church/Community House

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Join us to support and serve those less fortunate in our local community. We serve a meal and have fellowship time.

Back to School Supply Drive

July 7—28: Bags available July 7

Please return bags to VPC by July 28

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.

EVENTS

Middle & High School Dodgeball Tournament

Wednesday, July 10, 5:30-8:30PM, Landes Center

Dinner provided!

High School Sedona Day Trip

Wednesday, July 17

7:30AM Meet at VPC, Return by 8PM

Bring money for lunch and escape the heat with us!

Café Kids Time @Awaken

Thursday, July 18, 8:40AM, Awaken Plaza

For kids 5 & under

Join VPC’s Children’s Ministry Team on the third Thursday of each month for a fun activity: story time, a craft, or chapel lesson!

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VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP

Take VPC with you this summer

Download the Mobile App!

Search: vpc.church in your phone’s App Store

• Watch or listen to sermons & devotionals

• Stay connected to VPC’s community

• Learn about classes & events

• Make financial contributions

• Dig into Scripture

STUDENT CAMPS VPC.CHURCH/STUDENTS
School: Forest Home Sunday, July 21—Friday, July 26 Very limited space is still available for this one-of-a-kind adventure! Middle School: Forest Home Monday, July 28—Friday, August 2 Very limited space is still available for this one-of-a-kind adventure!
High

AUGUST

WORSHIP VPC.CHURCH/WORSHIP

AUGUST 4, 11, 18, & 25 9 & 10:30AM | Sanctuary & Livestream

SUNDAY MORNINGS

August 11: Summer Brunch

10AM (After 9AM worship), Awaken Plaza

Join us on Back to School Blessing weekend for some great food!

Summer Sunday School

August 4, 9 & 10:30AM, Room C6

Kids 3 years old through entering 1st grade Marie Bitticks: marieb@vpc.church

Kids join their parents at the beginning of worship, then go with their teachers to class. At VPC we believe the church is a partner with parents as they raise their children as disciples of Christ.

Sunday School Kickoff

Sunday, August 18, 9 & 10:30AM Worship Questions? Email Tina: tinag@vpc.church Register online: vpc.church/sundayschool

Kids are invited to join their parents at the beginning of worship during the 9 and 10:30 services, then go with their new teachers to class following the children’s moment. Please remember to register your kids!

Sunday Gathering for Middle & High School

Sundays, 9:15 & 10:45AM, B108

Sunday Morning Gatherings are an intentional time of Biblical discipleship for students to get rooted and grow deeper into their faith. Here we share our lives with one another, read the Bible together, pray, and have a safe space to invest in community.

Awaken Café

Open Sundays, 8AM—1PM

STUDENTS & PARENTS

Middle School Pool Party

Wednesday, August 14, 5:30-7:30PM, RSVP for location Time to kick this year off right!

Bring Your Parents to Preschool Sunday School

Sunday, August 18, 9 & 10:30AM

Join us for a special experience with your child. Meet their Sunday School teachers, see their classroom, meet other families, and learn some tips to help your child(ren) grow in faith at home!

Family Workshops: Tools-4-Takeoff

For parents of High School Seniors

Sunday, August 25, 11:45AM, Room B106

Get tips for talking to your student about their faith and their future, emphasizing making the most of this final high school year. This workshop preparation for the Senior Summit milestone, a special event at the end of their senior year.

Oasis Students*

Wednesdays starting August 21

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.

*Oasis Community Wednesdays for OasisKids!, Oasis Minis, and adult classes starts September 11.

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BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSING & CHILDREN & STUDENT VOLUNTEER COMMISSIONING

Sunday, August 11, 9 & 10:30AM Worship

(9:00 & 10:30 services)

SERVE

Meal Service for those experiencing Homelessness

Monday, August 12, 4:30-6PM

South Scottsdale Presbyterian Church/Community House

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Join us to support and serve those less fortunate in our local community. We serve a meal and have fellowship time.

Host Family Promise of Greater Phoenix

Sunday, August 4—August 11

Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church

Family Promise keeps families from becoming homeless in the midst of health or employment uncertainty. VPC partners with other churches to provide dinner, a place to sleep, and breakfast.

Coming this Fall

Oasis Student Wednesdays

Starting August 21

Middle School: 6-7:30PM

High School: 7:30-9PM, B108

Connect and dig deeper with other students. Awaken Café will also be open as a homework room available for students and families to use after program is over.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

Fall Kick-off: Wild Hope

Friday, September 6, 9-11AM, Landes Center

MOPS is dedicated to the message that mothering matters and that moms need encouragement during these critical and formative years.

Oasis Community Wednesdays

Welcome back Carnival September 4

Classes begin September 11

6-7:30PM, Food served starting at 5:15PM

With classes, Bible Studies, programs for kids, students, and adults, there’s something for everyone!

Women’s Bible Study Kickoff

Friday, September 13, 9-11:30AM, Room B106

Women of all ages and stages are invited to this great event!

Open Door Socials

Returning Fall 2024

Want to host? Email Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church

Connect with long-time and people new to VPC’s community in a relaxed atmosphere in a home. If you are interested in hosting, contact Pastor David!

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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
available for kids
to church this Sunday! *Childcare
3-35months

CARE & HELP

VPC is a community of caring people that wants to see you healthy and whole, as God intended! Please seek out the 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

CRISIS ASSISTANCE

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or harming themselves, please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides immediate crisis intervention and support. A trained crisis counselor answers the phone, listens to the caller, understands how their problem is affecting them, provides support and shares resources as needed. Counselors are trained to help in a variety of crisis situations, and no caller is required to disclose any personal information.

AZ Teen Lifeline 602-248-8336, teenlifeline.org

Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line 602-222-9444

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) Support Groups namivalleyofthesun.org/support-groups

Grace Alliance Support Groups mentalhealthgracealliance.org/find-a-group

Also Coming this Fall

Beyond the Broken Heart Grief Class

Wednesdays starting September 18, 4-5:30PM, Chapel

Facilitated by: Pastor David Turner

Register with Tammy Gallagher: tammyg@vpc.church

VPC is a community where you don’t have to deal with the storms of life alone. We will walk alongside you in your journey. Experience encouragement and support in this group setting and spiritual growth through the healing power of God’s presence.

Stephen Ministry Faith Friends Training

Fall 2024, Room D201

Questions? Email Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church

Our Stephen Ministry is growing, and we are in need of trained Stephen Ministers to serve as care givers.

MENTAL HEALTH

Weave & Cleave: Creating Communities of Belonging

Sponsored by Maricopa County

Department of Public Health

Thursday, May 2, 9AM-3PM, Desert Willow Conference Center

4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Registration: 2ndweaveandcleave.eventbrite.com

Conference to mobilize safe relationships and spaces where all congregants experience unconditional love and constant support for recovery and resilience.

Scottsdale Dementia Friendly Resource Fair

Tuesday, May 21, Granite Reef Senior Center

1700 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Register: scottsdaleAZ.gov/seniors or 480-312-1700

Join us for a free community resource fair to raise awareness about dementia. Various organizations will provide resources, information, and educational materials.

1st Annual Mental Health Summit –Understanding Today’s Challenges

Friday, July 26—Sunday, July 28

Franciscan Renewal Center

5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Registration frc.retreatportal.com or 480-948-7460

This summit is designed for mental healthcare professionals or students seeking CEUs and anyone who would like to learn what mental health is, what it isn’t, and how best to understand it.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Health & Wellness Ministry provides health and wellness related events open to all VPC members, and the surrounding community. We love our volunteers! If you are interested in being a part of this team please contact Tammy Gallagher: tammyg@vpc.church

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Sunday, May 26, 8AM-2PM, Landes Center

Search by location and date: redcross.org

Join Valley Presbyterian Church and help save lives at our Deaconsponsored community blood drive.

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COMMUNITY GROUPS

Community Groups meet at various times throughout the month to study God’s Word and encourage each other. Groups are loosely divided by age; participants have the opportunity to build relationships whenever they feel most comfortable. Each group is open to singles and couples, with or without children. We invite you to find the group that works for you!

COLLEGE AGE

Contact: Travis Kingma, travisk@vpc.church or Wes Cates, wesc@vpc.church

This is a safe space where post-high school graduates ages 18—25 years can reconnect through activities, one-on-one discipleship, and authentic fellowship during the year. Reach out to Travis or Wes for the latest updates.

YOUNG FAMILIES

Contact: Chris Woodard, chrisw@vpc.church

Welcome to Young Families! We know that when you have small kids, they drive your schedule. That’s why we want this group to be a convenient place to connect. We hope you have a great summer!

KALEIDOSCOPE

Contact: Ed Glady, beglady@outlook.com

This community is primarily people born 1955—1975, with many born outside of that range; however, all are welcome!

Hope in Times of Fear: The Resurrection and the Meaning of Easter

Sundays through May 19, 9AM, Room B106

This Reverend Tim Keller book addresses how we approach difficult times, including the loss of a vision for a shared common good. We need to reclaim and rely on the hope of Easter! The resurrection of Christ brings the future power of God into our lives now. Join us for this extended look at how God’s profound hope changes everything!

May the Fourth Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

Saturday, May 4, 6PM, Beth & Ed Glady’s Home RSVP: beglady@outlook.com

May fourth (“May the Force”) is an unofficial day celebrating the Star Wars universe, a story of overthrowing tyrannical evil. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory by Mexican forces over the forces of Emperor Napolean III that were seeking to impose a European monarchy on the fiercely independent Mexican nation. Fate brought the two dates of these celebrations side by side, so who are we to question their mutual celebration? Bring Mexicanthemed appetizers, side dishes, and desserts.

BOOMERS

Contact: Sarah Burnette, sarahswiggins@gmail.com

Join our email and invitation list! Join us for fellowship, Bible study, and fun. All are welcome.

The Patristics of the Ante-Nicaean Period (Before 325 A.D.)

Sundays through May 5, 10:30-11:30AM, Room C204

A study of Christian genealogy. Leaders of the nascent Church that followed the apostles lived in tumultuous times. They read scripture from scrolls that may have been originals or recent copies. They had no commentaries, concordances, or the internet to help them understand the context and history of God’s Word.  And yet, they shaped our beliefs today. They became known as The Patristics.

Bill McKee, Adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University, is a U.S. Air Force Academy and Fuller Seminary graduate and is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Trinity Bible College and Graduate Studies. Bill, who has led several Boomer Community Group studies, also teaches “The Bible, Economics, and Flourishing” at GCU.

End-of-Year Brunch

Sunday, May 19, 10:30AM

Camelback Country Club, (RSVP required)

Join us as we eat and celebrate the previous year!

VOYAGERS

Contact: Cheryl Shaff, cherylshaff@gmail.com

Active since the 1980’s, members are 60 years and up, some working and some retired. Married couples, singles, and visitors are welcome. We support each other and use our resources to assist charities such as Sunshine Acres and a post-prison ministry.

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Valley Presbyterian Church 6947

vpc.church

Pastors: David Joynt, David Turner, Chris Woodard, Travis Kingma

McDonald Drive
Valley,
85253,
East
Paradise
AZ
480-991-6424

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