USNA Women's Glee Club
CONCERT
Lifelong Learning
A place for you
EXPLORERS! in concert
SERIES 2016-17
valley presbyterian church
United States Naval Academy Women's Glee Club Saturday, March 11, 7PM, Sanctuary Under the direction of Dr. Cindy Bauchspies, the ensemble performs a diverse repertoire including classical, sacred, folk, patriotic, popular, and Broadway music.
Care & Support
Spring Term: March 7-April 6 Curious about Encore University? Grab a Course Catalog! In it you’ll find: -Detailed course descriptions -Comprehensive course schedule -Bios for many of our instructors -Registration Tracy Keller: eu@vpc.church 480-991-6424 ext. 165 encoreuniv.org
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Robert Bard, Scott Bowers, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Bob Combs, Don Faldewerth, (Chesterfield, MA), Helen Farmin, Millie Homan, Barbara Jewett, Carl Lauer, Helen Lawlus, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Gayle Parker, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Bettie Ringle, Ruth Thompson, Margaret Wheeler Please pray for those at home or in a care facility: Helen Adams, Ruth Adams, Don & Jean Akins, Carolyn Bathurst, Bunny Beall, Kathryn Bennett, John Berta, Joyce Black, Charles Buckley, Dick & Dottie Cober, Gladys Conroy, Mary Corbin, Jane Corley, Bonnie Domaz, Lorraine Fercho, Charlotte Fox, George Freiburghaus, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Ken & Carol Hanson, Joan Herman, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Jo Ann Jones, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Barbara Patterson, Charlotte Phillips, Marie Pishny, Martha Sarchett, Mary Shrake, Ruthe Small, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Ellie Vandenburgh, Jane White, Lorraine White For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
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.
Thank you: Dear Valley Friends,
Your prayers, good wishes and many acts of kindness have meant so much to me. I am doing well and hope to see you soon. Love, Katie Bailey
Grief Support
Wednesdays, 1-3PM, Room 414 Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 163 Register: EncoreUniv.org No Fee Congregational Care and Fellowship Ministry offers Grief Support. This class is open to the public as well as members of our VPC community.
Divorce Recovery
Mondays through March 27, 5:30-6:45PM, Chapel Parlor, $20 Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 121 Facilitator: Anna Kohls, 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.
VPC Mental Health Ministry (MHM)
Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 NAMI-Family Support Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30PM, St. Patrick Catholic Community, stpatcc.org For more information: vpc.church/mentalhealth or namivalleyofthesun.org Family Support Website: nami.org/Find-Support/Living-with-a-Mental-Health-Condition Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) AZ Teen Lifeline: 602-248-8336, teenlifeline.org Printed resources and information on VPC MHM available in the church library.
Friday, February 24* 9-11AM, Room 415-416 Kelly Nieto: kellyn@vpc.church
Tuesdays, 4-5:30PM For kids K-5th grade
MOPS is a place to gather, connect, and be encouraged.
EXPLORERS! provides children with a safe and fun environment where they will build, draw, play, craft, sing, and perform with Children's and Music ministries staff.
*Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
VPC News
FOCUS
week of February 19, 2017 valley presbyterian church
VPC Nursery Coordinator Job Opportunity
Valley Presbyterian Church is seeking a cheerful and loving individual to coordinate the nursery and childcare at VPC. This part-time person must love babies and children, be able to plan age appropriate activities, as well as train, schedule, and supervise caregiver staff. Contact Tina Gilbreath for more information or send resume: tinag@vpc.church
VPC finances year-to-date as of January 31, 2017 Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church
Actual
Income
Budget
Variance
Faith Giving Other Income Total Income Expense Pastoral Ministry Admin & Facility Mission, Outreach, Cong. Care Christian Education Encore Worship & Music Total Expense
$215,000 $48,000 $263,000
$212,000 $43,000 $255,000
$3,000 $5,000 $8,000
$49,000 $83,000 $12,000 $16,000 $10,000 $15,000 $185,000
$49,000 $85,000 $12,000 $17,000 $10,000 $16,000 $189,000
$0 $2,000 $0 $1,000 $0 $1,000 $4,000
Net Income less Expense
$78,000
$66,000
$12,000
Devotionals are available Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
VPC Offices Closed Monday, February 20 In observance of Presidents' Day.
Text to give
Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
VPC Session
CLASS OF 2017: Mary Artigue Ed Glady Lisa Keylon Darrah MacDougall Roy Schumacher Janel Willert
CLASS OF 2018: Gary Green Michele Ingram Sam Kelsall Kirby Kongable Marge Sellers Cheryl Ann Shaff
CLASS OF 2019: Beverly Cooper Jim Gabler Tom Hillman Susie Huseth Bill Sturgeon Kris Williams
CLERK OF SESSION: Karen Meyer: 480-368-6567
valley presbyterian church 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, Kelsey Woodruff
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25
9AM-Noon, South Parking Lot
-Fun run/walk -Live music -Fun ride -Activities for all ages
Ash Wednesday
MARCH 1, 6:30PM, SANCTUARY
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 The Gathering: Jr. & Sr. High 9AM, Landes basement If your kids stay in worship, grab a worship activity bag available near the entrance of each worship center.
New Women's Bible Study
Women’s Bible Study* Abundant Simplicity by Jan Johnson March 2 & 3 Every other Thursday, 6:30PM, Room 415 *Every other Friday, 9AM, Room 415 Kelsey Woodruff: kelseyw@vpc.church Register: vpc.church/women Many of us long for simplicity. We long for an intentional life more connected to God. Simplicity is about choosing the engaging, relational life we were meant to live. *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Family Promise
February 26-March 5 Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church We will be hosting eight families through our relationship with Family Promise. If you would like to help host, serve food or stay the night we can use all the help we can get, contact Chris.
Who We Are: Session Leadership 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
Women's Retreat Registration!
The VPC Session team is made up of 18 members of the congregation who have heard God's call to help lead the ministry areas of the church. Each Elder serves a three-year term, and is assigned to work with a Session Committee like Outreach, Stewardship, or Finance. The Session meets monthly to help guide VPC in the direction God is leading. They work together with VPC staff to create the events, programs, and experiences that make our community a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives. The Session Moderator is Pastor David Joynt. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact, Karen Meyer, Clerk of Session at 480-368-6567. At the Annual Meeting on January 31, the congregation voted in a new slate of Elders to replace those ending their terms. VPC's newest Elders are:
Beverly Cooper Jim Gabler Tom Hillman
Susie Huseth Bill Sturgeon Kris Williams
VPC's Elders bring incredible faith and experience to their role. On March 6, VPC will launch a new page on the website. To learn more about Session: vpc.church/session. Do you see God at work in someone's life at VPC? If you feel you or someone else may be ready to help lead, look for the annual Called to Lead campaign for the opportunity to recommend people to lead our church in the new and exciting directions God is calling.
Say Goodbye to Jordan & Gabby
Begin the Lenten Season
Ash Wednesday
valley presbyterian church Come to the Table: Women's Retreat 2017 Speaker: Rachel Palmbush Friday, April 28-Sunday, April 30 Marriott’s Residence Inn, Prescott, AZ Register online: vpc.church/women Get away from daily distractions and spend time learning about God with women of all ages. There will be Biblical teaching, conversation in small groups, free time to relax, and community meals.
New Men's Book Study
Gustafson Farewell Reception Sunday, February 26 10AM & 11:30AM, Fireside Room Next Sunday, February 26, is Jordan & Gabby (and Norah's!) last Sunday at VPC! We are sad to see them go, but excited to see God work through them in Washington, D.C. If you would like to contribute to a love offering for the Gustafsons, email Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church
Family Fun to Start Lent
Men's Book Study* The Good and Beautiful God Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30PM Chapel Parlor Facilitator: David Turner: davidt@vpc.church If you want to know more about the character of God, and how He can change your character, this study is for you
Sunday, February 26, 4:30PM Fireside Room $10 suggested donation
*Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Tina Gilbreath: tinag@vpc.church
Family fun, games, activities, fellowship, and a Lenten devotional kit! Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
Ash Wednesday Worship Service Wednesday, March 1 6:30PM, Sanctuary Join us as we begin the Lenten journey. It starts with the imposition of ashes, leads through the gates of Jerusalem, goes from the garden to the cross, and ends with an empty tomb.
Tickets now on sale
Valley Presbyterian Foundation Legacy Dinner: Step into the Future Friday, March 31, 2017 Dress in a style for your favorite decade and join us for a night that changes the life of VPC. Tickets: vpc.church/legacydinner
Calendar of Events Sunday, February 19 Worship Chapel Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Nursery Worship Sanctuary The Gathering (6th-12th grade) Landes Basement 40's-50s Community Group Room 409 Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Rooms 404-417 Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Nursery 50’s-60’s Community Group Fireside Room Worship Landes Center 70s+ Community Group Calvin Center Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Rooms 404-417 Worship Chapel Monday, February 20 Church Office Closed - Presidents' Day Tuesday, February 21 Encore Fireside Café Fireside Room Encore University (see catalog) Campus-wide B.O.Y.S. Club Chapel Parlor Explorers! Calvin Center Pickleball Landes Center Divorce Recovery Chapel Parlor Boy Scout Troop 441 Landes Center Wednesday, February 22 Encore Fireside Café Fireside Room Encore University (see catalog) Campus-wide Presbyterian Women Luncheon Landes Center Sportball Landes Center Men's Bible Study Chapel Parlor Financial Peace University Fireside Room Valley Ringers-Handbells Handbell Room Men's Book Study Group #1 Chapel Parlor Your Courageous Choice-The Holocaust Calvin Center Sr. High Midweek Landes Center Choir Rehearsal Choir Room Thursday, February 23 Men's Basketball Landes Center Encore Fireside Café Fireside Room Encore University (see catalog) Campus-wide Travel Tales Library Stephen Ministry Lunch & Meeting Calvin Center Martial Arts Calvin Center Pickleball Landes Center Men's Book Study Group #2 Chapel Parlor Friday, February 24 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Room 415-416 Line Dance Landes Center Alcoholics Anonymous Landes Center Saturday, February 25 NAMI Basics Room 409 Scottsdale/PV4Africa South Parking Lot Sunday, February 26 Family Promise, February 26-March 5 Worship Chapel Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Nursery Worship Sanctuary The Gathering (6th-12th grade) Landes Basement 40's-50s Community Group Room 409 Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Rooms 404-417 Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Nursery 50’s-60’s Community Group Fireside Room Worship Landes Center 70s+ Community Group Calvin Center Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Rooms 404-417 Worship Chapel Lenten Launch Fireside Room
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