Men, it's time for breakfast
God is my Co-Pilot 2018 Men's Breakfast: God is My Co-Pilot Saturday, February 10, 8-11:30AM Orange Tree Golf Resort Tickets: $30, $15 for students Get tickets online: vpc.church/men Men often feel like we have to face life on their own without assistance or aid. This year’s breakfast will feature speakers who will talk about life in good and stormy weather, with God beside us regardless.
You are not alone!
Ministry Brochures are in!
Dealing with strained relationships
Presbyterian Women
Estranged.
Valley Presbyterian Church Ministry Brochure January-May 2018
Get yours today in each worship center, front office, or online: vpc.church
Hope for healing
PW Luncheon & Speaker January 24, 11:30AM, Cost $10 RSVP: 480-991-6424 by January 19 Speaker: Norma Jean Coulter Arizona Women's Hall of Fame She will talk about the background of the Hall of Fame and stories of some of the women who really made Arizona history. PW Tour of Sunshine Acres Wednesday, January 31 Contact Wandie Hulick: wild4uofa@aol.com
Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, or 713-203-5544 Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444
Care & Support
Grief Support Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30PM Chapel Parlor, Free Facilitator: Shirley Polk Registration: vpc.church/grief David Turner: davidt@vpc.church Please join us if you need help navigating the grieving process. This discussion-based class is designed to give you tools to recover and to hope again.
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Marilyn Armstrong, Bobbie Bischoff, Linda Brady, Howard Briggs, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Helen Farmin, Sandra Gerlach, Doris & Lester Goss, Gary Green, Lee Henry, Harlen Helser, Barbara Jewett, Sam Kingma, Helen Lawlus, Jim Lawrence, Mary Lorenz, Dee Melde, Dorothy Nern, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Matt Simpson, Tom Simpson, Nancy Sumner, Virginia Tatum, Avis Tempas, Ellie Van Denburgh, Sharon Vincent, Liz Walter
week of January 14, 2018
Mondays, January 22-February 12 6:30-7:30PM, VPC Library Coordinator: Bob Selby Are you estranged from family or friends? Estrangement is an emotional distancing, a cessation of communication. It is prevalent and hard to talk about; we want to help. We will discuss reasons for estrangement, how to deal with our pain and guilt, and successful steps for reconciliation. You are free to contribute or simply listen, no RSVP necessary.
VPC News NAMI-Family Support Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30PM St. Patrick Catholic Community Information: vpc.church/mentalhealth
FOCUS
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Daily Devotionals available in worship centers & church office Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
Church Office Closed
Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Chapel Stained Glass repairs
This week Associated Crafts removed the two panels of stained glass from the Chapel that were damaged by storms last summer and temporarily replaced them with plywood. The repair process will take approximately 1-2 weeks. Once those panels are reinstalled, it will take an additional 2-3 weeks to bring all the Chapel stained glass window panels up to standard and complete additional repairs. Contact Kris for information: krisb@vpc.church
Master Plan Model
We invite you to come take a look at the model displayed in the Church Office. The VPC Master Plan Team and Jones Studio have envisioned a single primary worship space, a new heart for our campus, and a greatly improved facility for families, hospitality, and outreach. Without building any new structures, they have envisioned a way to reorganize and renew our existing spaces that accomplishes all these goals in a way that is beautiful and powerful. It is a transformational plan.
The Alpha Course* Wednesdays, January 24-March 28 6-8PM, Calvin Center, Free Register: kellyn@vpc.church Childcare: nursery@vpc.church
Visit VPC Session page! vpc.church/session Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:
Helen Adams, Don Akins, Carolyn Bathurst, Kathryn Bennett, John Berta, Joyce Black, Charles Buckley, Dottie Cober, Mary Corbin, Jane Corley, Bonnie Domaz, Lorraine Fercho, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Sara Hammond, Carol Hanson, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Jo Ann Jones, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Charlotte Phillips, Martha Sarchett, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Jane White For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
Sympathy
Our church family extends its Christian sympathy to the family and friends of John Gorder (Ron's father), and Charlotte Phillips.
Memorial Services
Bill Mack, January 19, 11AM Sanctuary Shirley Bauer, January 20, 11AM, Chapel Nancy Parker, January 20, 2PM, Sanctuary
Prayer Chain
Church office: 480-991-6424, prayers@vpc.church We welcome requests confidentially for you or someone else. Please have permission from the individual before placing your request.
Wednesdays, January 24-March 28 6-7:30PM, Room 409, Cost: $100 Get your finances in order in the new year Register: kellyn@vpc.church
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2017-18 vpc concert series
A Community Where Jesus Christ Transforms Lives 6947 East McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424 vpc.church Pastors: David M. Joynt, David L. Turner, Kelly Nieto, Mike Nieto
WE3
PIANO, VIOLIN, & VOCALIST TRIO Friday, January 19, 7PM Sanctuary, Free A powerhouse of combined talent
Welcome to VPC New to VPC? We’re glad you’re here! Let us know about you by filling out the Friendship Pad. We invite you to visit the Welcome Center after worship to learn more about VPC!
If you’re here with kids We have several fun and safe opportunities for kids from birth-high school: Nursery: Infants-2 years 8:45-11:45AM Sunday School: 3 years-5th grade 9:15-10:15 & 10:45-11:45AM Student Gathering: Jr. & Sr. High, 9AM, Landes Basement If your kids stay in worship, check out the worship activity cart in each worship center.
You have questions. Try Alpha.
Who We Are: Day of Discipleship Speaker Why we are here VPC is a community that believes God calls us to be in relationship. Sunday morning worship is a time to gather, connect, and give thanks to the Creator who loves us without end.
Get connected at VPC Want to learn more about what’s going on at VPC? Grab a Ministry Brochure, go to the Welcome Center after worship or visit vpc.church for information about classes, events, opportunities to serve, and anything you see in the FOCUS. *Childcare available by reservation: nursery@vpc.church
Begin the year with a budget
JIMMY FARLEY WITH HIS WIFE, KRISTAN, AND KIDS, KENNEDY & JAMESON DAY OF DISCIPLESHIP* Keynote Speaker: Rev. Jimmy Farley, Fuller Seminary graduate Jimmy has been in ministry for over 20 years. A native of Arizona, he received his BA from Grand Canyon University and MA from Fuller Theological Seminary. In 2017 Jimmy joined the pastoral staff at Phoenix 1st Church of the Nazarene, overseeing Young Adult Ministries. The main focus of his ministry is biblical teaching, leadership development, and engaging the next generation in community and service to others. As Jimmy seeks a lifestyle of health and holiness, he desires to equip others to experience full salvation and flourish as their true selves in Christ. Jimmy is married to Kristan, an ordained minister, licensed professional counselor, author, singer/songwriter, and university instructor. They have two teenagers, Kennedy and Jameson, who love sports and Netflix. Jimmy loves spending time with his family! His interests include basketball, reading, watching movies, eating chocolate, and taking naps. Saturday, January 27, 8:30AM-Noon, Landes Center (Breakfast & lunch provided) *Childcare: nursery@vpc.church
Tribute to Timeless Tunes
Celebrate God's Work at VPC
CONCERT Alpha Course* Wednesdays, January 24-March 21* 6-8PM, Calvin Center, Free Facilitators: Kelly & Mike Nieto Register: vpc.church/classes The Alpha Course is a comfortable and safe place to learn more about Christianity and ask questions in a pressure-free, casual environment. Each session includes a meal, a DVD lesson, and discussion. *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Join our growing community!
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University* Wednesdays, January 24-March 28 6-7:30PM, Fireside Room, Cost: $100 Questions? Email Kelly: kellyn@vpc.church Make a New Years’ resolution to get your finances in order! Whether single, married, or have kids, this life-changing class will help you achieve your financial goals. *Childcare (0-10): nursery@vpc.church
EXPLORERS!
Have questions about your faith? Wonder what it means to join a church? Interested in becoming a member? Register: vpc.church/inquirer or contact Jane Russell: 480-694-1186 Childcare: nursery@vpc.church
2018
WE3 - Piano, Violin, & Vocalist Trio Friday, January 19, 7PM Sanctuary, Free
Annual Congregational Dinner & Meeting Tuesday, January 30, Landes Center 6PM Dinner, 7PM Meeting Tickets: $13 (dinner only), purchase on patio, church office, or online, vpc.church/whats-new
A powerhouse of combined talent paying tribute to timeless tunes. From favorite songs by the Ink Spots, to new and familiar interpretations of popular Jazz, Swing, Blues, Standards, you’re sure to enjoy a night of nostalgia and a lot of fun!
Join us as we celebrate God’s work at VPC in 2017! During this year of blessing you shared Christ’s love with thousands, touched the hearts of children and fed, clothed, nurtured, and witnessed to people in need.
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Divorce Recovery
Adventures in Lifelong Learning™
The road to a new beginning has opened.
Inquirer Class Sunday, January 28 12:30-2:30PM, Fireside Room
SERIES
EXPLORERS! Tuesdays starting January 23, 4-5PM Calvin Center (doors open at 3:45PM) Register: vpc.church/explorers Register today! EXPLORERS! provides children (ages K-5th grade) with a safe and fun environment to learn about the world in creative ways. Music and theater are large components of each week; no experience is necessary.
Mondays starting January 29 (no class Feb.19) 5:30-6:45PM, Chapel Parlor, Cost: $20 Facilitator: Anna Kohl, Licensed Assoc. Marriage & Family Therapist Registration is required: vpc.church/divorce-recovery-registration Seven-week Program designed for men and women at any stage of the divorce process is open to all in our community. For more information contact Pastor David Turner, 480-991-6424 ext. 121.
Winter Term: January 23-February 22, 2018 Spring Term: March 6-April 12, 2018 Catalogs available Register online: encoreuniv.org Shelby Trimaloff: shelbyt@vpc.church New! 2-Step Dance Lessons Mondays, January 29-April 9 5:30PM, Fireside Room Come join Country Girl at Heart, Wendy Withers and do-si-do around the dance floor. Single or pair, just join in!
Calendar of Events Sunday, January 14 Worship The Screwtape Letters Class Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 40s-50s Community Group Student Gathering Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Alpha Leader Training
Chapel Fireside Room Nursery Sanctuary Room 409 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel Room 409
8AM 8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 12PM
Tuesday, January 16 Men's Breakfast Bridge & Mah Jongg B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Worship Pickleball Boy Scout Troop 441
Landes Center Fireside Room Chapel Parlor Chapel Landes Center Landes Center
6:30AM 9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 4:30PM 7PM
Wednesday, January 17 Valley Day School Chapel Worship GriefShare Sportball Valley Ringers Rehearsal Wired That Way Class Youth Choir Rehearsal Grief Support Sr. High Midweek Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Chapel Chapel Parlor Landes Center Handbell Room Fireside Room Choir Room Chapel Parlor Landes Center Choir Room
11:15AM 1PM 2PM 5:30PM 6PM 6:15PM 6:30PM 7PM 7:30PM
Thursday, January 18 Men’s Basketball Encore- Anti Aging Lay Hospital Chaplains 60s-70s Community Group VDS Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class Pickleball Kiva Elementary School Concert
Landes Center Room 419 Chapel Conf. Room Crossing 104 Landes Kitchen Landes Center Sanctuary
6:30AM 9AM 10AM 1PM 2PM 4:30PM 6PM
Friday, January 19 Women's Bible Study Line Dance Memorial-Bill Mack Tumble Masters (ages 3-5) WE3 Concert Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415/416 Landes Basement Sanctuary Room 409 Sanctuary Landes Center
9PM 10AM 11AM 2:15PM 7PM 7:30PM
Saturday, January 20 Memorial-Shirley Bauer Family Promise Luncheon Memorial-Nancy Parker
Chapel Landes Center Sanctuary
11AM 11AM 2PM
Sunday, January 21 Worship The Screwtape Letters Class Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 40s-50s Community Group Student Gathering Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50s-60s Community Group Family Workshop-2nd Grade Cheerful Giver Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship
Chapel Fireside Room Nursery Sanctuary Room 409 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Room 415-416 Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
8AM 8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM
Monday, January 15 Church Office Closed-MLK Holiday