Calling all College Students
Foundation 2017 Collegiate Scholarships Applications due May 1 The Valley Presbyterian Foundation is committed to helping support college students be successful. If you or someone you know could benefit from extra financial assistance, apply for any of VPF's three scholarships today! vpc.church/foundation
Violin Recital
VPC's new therapy dog ministry
You're in charge of the next series
CONCERT
SERIES 2016-17
valley presbyterian church
pet pause dog therapy ministry
Lan Qui and Joy Pan Violin Recital March 26, 4PM, Sanctuary
Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church
As a loving couple, Lan and Joy are enthusiastic to share their music with the community. Together they will perform various styles of music with exceptional expressions and dazzling techniques.
The VPC Pet Pause Ministry is up and running (or wagging?)! If anyone you know is interested in having one of our Pet Pause teams bring you some cheer and a wagging tail, contact Tammy. Our furry friends are waiting for your call!
Care & Support
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Robert Bard, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Pat Ciccone, Bob Combs, Debbie Cox, Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, Jan Govig, Maribel Hale, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Carole Marr, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Carl Lauer, Nancy Miller, Bill Nye, Ruth Rehfeldt, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Ruth Thompson, Margaret Wheeler Please pray for those at home or in a care facility: Helen 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, Helen Lawlus, 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.
Sympathy Our church family extends its Christian sympathy to the family and friends of Ruth Adams, and Richard MacIntyre. Divorce Recovery Mondays through April 3 (no class March 20), 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
Congregational Care & Fellowship offers Grief Support
Wednesdays through April 5, 1PM, Room 414 Facilitators: Karen Annis & Bill Gass Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 163 Registration: encoreuniv.org The class is open to the public as well as our VPC community. Each session is a combination of video presentation and sharing/discussion time.
VPC Mental Health Ministry (MHM)
Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 Save the Date: Behavioral Health Conference Thursday, May 11, 8AM-4PM, St. Patrick's Church, Free VPC's Mental Health Ministry is a sponsor of this event. Contact Elizabeth with questions. 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.
FOCUS
week of March 19, 2017 valley presbyterian church
VPC News
During the next Sermon Series we’ll address a question submitted by you, the VPC community, each week. We hope you’ll join us on Sunday mornings, and we hope you’ll participate by submitting a question! Email questions to: davidj@vpc.church Or online: vpc.church/questions
VPC Master Plan Interactive Exhibit Today, outside all worship centers
Lenten Devotional available
Take 10 minutes and check out the VPC Master Plan interactive exhibit! On it you'll find results of the recent Master Plan survey, interesting facts about the VPC campus, and an opportunity to indicate which areas of campus you love and use most. During the week the exhibit is typically found in the Courtyard.
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
INQUIRER CLASS
VPC finances year-to-date as of February 28, 2017 Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church
Actual
Income
Budget
Sunday, March 26 12:30PM,Fireside Room Join VPC's growing community!
Variance
Faith Giving Other Income Total Income Expense Pastoral Ministry Admin & Facility Mission, Outreach, Cong. Care Christian Education Encore Worship & Music Total Expense
$315,000 $75,000 $390,000
$318,000 $73,000 $391,000
-$3,000 $2,000 -$1,000
$86,000 $155,000 $26,000 $41,000 $23,000 $31,000 $362,000
$87,000 $158,000 $26,000 $43,000 $24,000 $32,000 $370,000
$1,000 $3,000 $0 $2,000 $1,000 $1,000 $8,000
Net Income less Expense
$28,000
$21,000
$7,000
Visit the new Session page on the website! Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
Inquirer Class IT'S A PARTY!
Get your ticket on the patio today! Raffles, live & silent auction items, dinner, dancing, and live music. This event is lots of fun for everyone! Join us.
STEP INTO THE FUTURE VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION LEGACY DINNER Friday, March 31, 6PM The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch Tickets: vpc.church/legacydinner
Text to give
Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
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
BUNNY BUSINESS
Saturday, April 15 9-10:30AM, Kiva Field
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.
Today only, after worship
VPC Master Plan Public Workshops Today 10AM, Sanctuary (following 9AM service) 11:45AM, Landes (following 10:30AM service) VPC is developing a campus Master Plan to utilize our buildings to further our church’s mission. From first time visitors to longtime members, we are eager to hear your thoughts. This hour-long workshop will explore the meaning, use, and potential of our campus, and will include an activity for kids 3+. Childcare available for kids 0-2.
Ready for 7000 Easter Eggs?
Who We Are: Ready for Deacon Sunday? 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
Easter Bunny • Games Snacks • Easter Egg Hunt Bunny Business is one of VPC's largest events, and we need your help to make it a success! Email Tina to see how you can volunteer for this great morning of fun. Contact Tina to get involved: tinag@vpc.church
Deacon Sunday, March 26 Next Sunday is more than just a day to learn what Deacons do- it’s a day to recognize what God is doing through their faithful, compassionate work. Deacon Sunday helps lead to lives impacted for Christ and explains how you can get involved. The Deacon ministry provides food cards, assists with utilities, and helps with medical needs and short-term housing. Last year the Deacons disbursed over $14,000 to those in our church and community. Deacons reach out to families with newborns, prepare communion, serve at memorial receptions, repair simple household projects, send out care packages to our students and military, visit those in hospitals, care for the lonely, and coordinate flowers on Sundays. Join us next Sunday and be blessed by the ministry of the Deacons and learn how we can share in this ministry.
Get your tickets to the party
Women, see you there!
Friday, March 31, 2017, 6PM The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch Tickets: vpc.church/legacydinner Live auction items include; Moroccan Dinner for 8 w/ Chef Joynt, Dinner Under the Stars with the Turners, 16-day Tour of Greece for Two, and a one-of-a-kind GGGems bracelet. This year's Fund the Need project will renovate and upgrade the Landes Kitchen. See you there!
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.
Class Spotlight: Open to all
Join Valley Presbyterian Church!
Bunny Business Saturday, April 15, 9-10:30AM Kiva Elementary School Field
VPC's Lay Hospital Chaplains, One of the Deacon Ministry Teams
Women's Progressive Dinner
Progressive Dinner Sunday, March 26, 4:30-6:30PM Fireside Room, Cost: $15, Student $10 RSVP to Kelsey: kelseyw@vpc.church All women welcome. We will gather at VPC for a three-course dinner, progressing from room to room. Join us for dinner!
RightNow media relaunch
Inquirer Class
What is Religious Liberty in America? Instructor: Dr. Donald T. Critchlow Director of the Center for Political Thought and Leadership at ASU Tuesday, March 21 11AM-12:20PM, Room 411
March 26, 12:30PM* Fireside Room Interested in becoming a member? Have questions about your faith? Join a growing faith community.
This is the second in a four-part series entitled “What is the Role of Christians in American Public Life?” led by ASU professors.
We've been waiting for you! For information contact Jane Russell: 480-694-1186 *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Have you had a chance to use RightNow media yet? If not, email Kelsey for an invite! Over 10,000 videos and Bible studies for kids and adults are completely free. Email Kelsey Woodruff: kelseyw@vpc.church Access to this great resource is provided to you by VPC.
Calendar of Events
Sunday, March 19 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40's-50s Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Master Plan Public Workshop Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50’s-60’s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group Take-It-Home 5th grade-The Blessing Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Master Plan Public Workshop Monday, March 20 Jr. High Midweek Tuesday, March 21 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Explorers! Pickleball Boy Scout Troop 441 Wednesday, March 22 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Presbyterian Women Luncheon Grief Support Sportball Men's Bible Study Valley Ringers-Handbells Financial Peace University A Study of the Cross Sr. High Midweek Choir Rehearsal Thursday, March 23 Men's Basketball Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Travel Tales Stephen Ministry Lunch & Meeting Martial Arts Pickleball Women's Bible Study Friday, March 24 Women's Bible Study Line Dance Alcoholics Anonymous Saturday, March 25 Sunday, March 26 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40's-50s Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50’s-60’s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group 5th Grade Transition Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Inquirer Class Violin Recital Women's Progressive Dinner
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Sanctuary Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Room 415-416 Rooms 404-417 Chapel Landes Center
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 11:45AM
Landes Center
6PM
Fireside Room Campus-wide Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Calvin Center Landes Center Landes Center
8:30AM Various times 9AM 9:30AM 4PM 4:30PM 7PM
Fireside Room Campus-wide Landes Center Room 414 Landes Center Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center Choir Room
8:30AM Various times 11:30AM 1PM 2:15PM 4PM 5:30PM 6PM 6:30PM 7PM 7:30PM
Landes Center Fireside Room Campus-wide Library Calvin Center Calvin Center Landes Center Room 415-416
6:30AM 8:30AM Various times 8:30AM 11:15AM 4:30PM 4:30PM 6:30PM
Room 415-416 Landes Center Landes Center
9AM 10AM 7:30PM
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Room 417 Rooms 404-417 Chapel Fireside Room Sanctuary Fireside Room
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 12:30PM 4PM 4:30PM