Focus 3 25 2018

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We had a roaring time!

A New Heart did you know?

The Valley Presbyterian Foundation would like to thank everyone who helped make this year's Foundation Dinner such a great success! Your support will help VPC and our community now and in the future.

The Master Plan Book, with information and concept images, is available at three locations: Administration building, Sanctuary, and Landes Center lobby. -When refurbished, the 1968 Reuters Sanctuary organ console will be movable. This will allow optimum placement for the variety of musical events in the Sanctuary. -The choir loft is moving to the center of the new chancel, making the Chancel Choir easier to see and hear! Contact Keith Kerber for anything regarding A New Heart for the Valley: keithk@vpc.church; 480-991-6424, ext. 106

Serving Communion

You are not alone!

A New Heart for the Valley devotional inspiration

Devotional: A Generational Heart Our campus redesign brings the children, youth, and adults into the center of our campus and directly connects all generations together in worship and fellowship. This is biblically and missionally important, for we need each other to be whole and wholly inspired. Jesus entered Jerusalem and rode on a donkey—it was an enacted children’s message, making visual his decision to be a Messiah of humility, modesty, service, and suffering, rather than violence and triumph. Sometimes, the children’s message is the best part of worship! One of the best parts of being a pastor is connected with all ages.

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9 | Luke 19:29-36

We will be serving communion to our AtHome friends of on Sunday, April 8. If you would like to volunteer to serve on this rewarding ministry, please contact Tammy at tammym@vpc.church or call 480-991-6424 Ext. 163

Care & Support

VPC News

Living Grace Support Group for those living with mental illness Oasis Community Church 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 6-8PM 15014 N. 56th Street, Scottsdale 602-494-9557 Information: vpc.church/mentalhealth Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, or 713-203-5544 Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444

Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:

Scott Armstrong, Howard Briggs, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Lea Dunlap, Keith Fenton, Sandra Gerlach, Doris & Lester Goss, Gary Green, Lee Henry, Harlen Helser, Barbara Jewett, Jo Ann Jones, Ann Kolar, Helen Lawlus, Jim Lawrence, Mary Lorenz, Dorothy Nern, Lynetta Norris, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Judy Schumacher, Tom Simpson, Nancy Sumner, Virginia Tatum, Avis Tempas, Ellie Van Denburgh, Sharon Vincent

Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:

Helen Adams, Carolyn Bathurst, Kathryn Bennett, John Berta, Bobbie Bischoff, Joyce Black, Herb Blinn, Charles Buckley, Dottie Cober, Mary Corbin, Bonnie Domaz, Helen Farmin, Lorraine Fercho, Donna Gardner, Norma Jean Garity, Luella Gross, Sara Hammond, Carol Hanson, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Dee Melde, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Martha Sarchett, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas 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 Betty Lou Meeks, and Marilyn Wakefield.

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.

week of March 25, 2018

During VPC's Capital Campaign we'll take an excerpt from Pastor Joynt's daily devotional. It will be a call to action to listen, pray, or engage with A New Heart for the Valley. You can get your own daily devotional in each worship center or online: vpc.church/devotional.

Pray that VPC will encompass and incorporate every generation.

At-Home Visitation Communion Sunday, April 8, 12:15-3:30PM Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church

FOCUS

Valley Presbyterian Church

Thank you to everyone who helped make possible the video for The Table! The Table Featuring Travis Kingma & Graci Armendariz with Crystal Aguilar Emily Martin Julian Snider Wandie Hulick Will McGaugh Sophia Will John Lee Lynetta Norris Darrah MacDougall Ron Norris by Dixiletta Moving Pictures Producers Robert Felix & Dixie Cook Production Assistant Graham Bosch Production and Editing Jim Arner Nate Kerber Jackie Provenché Ryan Brancati Suzi Provenché Julian Provenché Isabel Eusebio Maurice Provenché John Salter Russ Henzel Joelle Provenché Chris Woodard

Daily Devotionals available in worship centers & church office Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:

Easter

Valley Presbyterian Church April 1

6AM, Fountain Sunrise 9AM*, Sanctuary Choir & Organ

10:30AM*, Landes Center Band 11:45AM, Chapel Valley Singers

Holy Week

Maundy Thursday, March 29 6:30PM*, Sanctuary

Good Friday, March 30 Noon & 6:30PM*, Chapel

*Childcare available for ages 0-2

When you shop Amazon, you can support VPC ... and it won't cost you a thing! AmazonSmile allows shoppers to designate a portion of their purchase total as a donation to a charitable organization. If you shop with Amazon, please consider logging into your Amazon account through smile.amazon.com, then select "Valley Presbyterian Church" before you shop. You only have to do this once, and you'll enjoy the same shopping experience as if you entered Amazon directly. It's an easy and free way to support our ministry! Questions contact Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church

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

FREE

Bring your friends!

BUNNY BUSINESS

Saturday,March 31 9-10:30AM, Kiva Field


Welcome to VPC

Who We Are: Is God calling you to join?

New to VPC?

Why we are here

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!

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.

If you’re here with kids We have several fun and safe opportunities for kids from birth through 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.

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

Join our growing community!

Easter

Valley Presbyterian Church April 1 6AM, Sanctuary Fountain Sunrise

Rejoice at the discovery of the empty tomb at this unique outdoor worship experience.

9AM, Sanctuary VPC Chancel Choir & Organ 10:30AM, Landes Center VPC Worship Band Proclaim through song and the Word that Christ is risen and has broken the chains of sin and death!

11:45AM, Chapel Valley Singers

Inquirer Class

Let your heart soar as we celebrate Christ the King surrounded by awe-inspiring stained glass windows.

Today, 12:30-2:30PM, Fireside Room Register: vpc.church/inquirer or contact Jane Russell: 480-694-1186 Have questions about your faith? Wonder what it means to join a church? Interested in becoming a member?

There's something for everyone at the PW Spring Sale!

Holy Week

Maundy Thursday, March 29 6:30PM*, Sanctuary

*Childcare available for ages 0-2

Who are you bringing this year?

Bunny Business White Elephant Rummage

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Friday, April 6, 7AM - 4PM Saturday, April 7, 8AM - 12PM Landes Center Kitchen items ~ Books ~ Linens ~ Home décor ~ Sporting goods ~ Shoes ~ Jewelry Clothing for men, women and children ~ Toys, games, puzzles ~ and much more! Proceeds support missions in our community and around the world. Sponsored by Presbyterian Women.

Good Friday, March 30 Noon & 6:30PM*, Chapel

2018 Concert Series

Gloria by

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Easter Bunny  Games Snacks  Easter Egg Hunt photo booth  food truck

March 31, 9-10:30AM, Kiva Field Bunny Business is a great opportunity to introduce someone to our community. We encourage you to invite friends, coworkers, and grandchildren to this great event!

Sunday, April 8, 4PM Sanctuary, Free VPC’s Chancel Choir presents Antonio Vivaldi’s most famous choral piece. Join us to hear this joyous work, with additional music from Vivaldi and Handel. Sponsored by Valley Presbyterian Foundation.

Calendar of Events Sunday, March 25 Palm Sunday Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 40s-50s Community Group Student Gathering Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study 70s+ Community Group Luncheon Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Inquirer Class

Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Room 409 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Nursery Landes Center Calvin Center Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Chapel Fireside Room

8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 11:30PM 10:45AM 11:45AM 12:30PM

Monday, March 26 Divorce Recovery Jr. High Midweek

Chapel Parlor Landes Center

5:30PM 6PM

Tuesday, March 27 Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel EXPLORERS! Pickleball Session NAMI Family to Family Boy Scout Troop 441

Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Calvin Center Landes Center Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center

9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 3:45PM 4:30PM 6PM 6PM 7PM

Wednesday, March 28 Valley Day School Chapel Grief Share Sportball Valley Ringers Rehearsal Financial Peace University Alpha Course Grief Support Sr. High Midweek Chancel Choir Rehearsal

Chapel Chapel Parlor Landes Center Handbell Room Room 409 Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Landes Center Choir Room

11:15AM 1PM 2PM 5:30PM 6PM 6PM 6:30PM 7PM 7:30PM

Thursday, March 29 Maundy Thursday Tumble Tots Gymnastics (ages 3-5) Room 409 Worship Sanctuary

12:45PM 6:30PM

Friday, March 30 Good Friday Line Dance Worship Tumble Masters (ages 3-5) Worship Alcoholics Anonymous

Landes Center Chapel Room 409 Chapel Landes Center

10AM 12PM 12:15PM 6:30PM 7:30PM

Saturday, March 31 Bunny Business

Kiva Field

9AM

Sunday, April 1 Easter Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study Worship

Fountain Patio Nursery Sanctuary Nursery Landes Center Calvin Center Chapel

6AM 8:45AM 9AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 11:45AM


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