Class Spotlight: Open to all
What is Religious Liberty in America? Instructor: Dr. Donald T. Critchlow Director of the Center for Political Thought and Leadership at ASU Tuesday, March 28, 11AM, Room 411 This is the third in a four-part series entitled “What is the Role of Christians in American Public Life?” led by ASU professors.
Care & Support
RightNow media relaunch
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.
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, Maribel Hale, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Ann Kolar, Carole Marr, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Carl Lauer, Nancy Miller, Ruth Rehfeldt, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), 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, 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 Ann Cherny, and Ken Hanson. Divorce Recovery Mondays through April 3, 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
Food for those in need locally
FOCUS
week of March 26, 2017 valley presbyterian church
ICM Food Drive Bags available today on the patio Return full bags next Sunday, April 9 ICM Food & Clothing Bank meets the basic needs of up to 150 families every day, six days a week. Please take a bag with you when you leave today and return it full on April 9. Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.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/Easter 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
Welcome Brianne Bergfeldt, VPC's new Nursery Coordinator
Brianne has been attending VPC for over six years, and, along with her husband Mike, have been members for five years. Both have served as Deacons for the past three years and during that time fell in love with the VPC community. A mother of two, she understands the need for someone who recognizes the love and attention needed for our little ones, and is excited to fill that role as VPC's Nursery Coordinator. Brianne looks forward to continuing the wonderful work within our Children's Ministry to help our children build a foundation in Christ.
Thank you Brandon Fox!
VPC's Buildings and Grounds Manager, Brandon Fox, has accepted an exciting new position in Vancouver, Washington, and will be leaving our staff team. We are extremely grateful for the time and energy Brandon put in during his time as a part of the staff, and wish him well as he transitions to life in the rainy Pacific Northwest. May God continue to richly bless your family in this next season of your life, Brandon!
Visit the new Session page on the website! Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
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.
You're in charge of the next series
Text to give
Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
Today 12:30PM,Fireside Room Join VPC's growing community!
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
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.
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.
Join us this afternoon!
Who We Are: Is God asking you to lead? 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
Last chance to get tickets
God is at work at VPC, but we need your help to continue to be a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives. We need your help identifying leaders in our midst to help set the direction of the church in the coming years. Your All-Church Nominating Committee (ACNC) is eager to hear your nominations for Elder, Deacon, and Foundation Trustee. The ACNC is made up of two Elders, one Deacon, and four at-large members of the congregation elected at the Annual Meeting by the congregation. To accomplish our task, we need your help! Please take a few minutes and nominate someone and some information why they are good candidates. Nominate as many as you like; it is important we identify a good cross-section of our congregation. Give us names by filling out Called to Lead cards (available April 2), email ACNC Chair Ed Glady: edward.glady@sandersparks.com, or any committee member.
Women's Progressive Dinner
Inquirer Class Today, 12:30PM* Fireside Room Interested in becoming a member? Have questions about your faith? Join a growing faith community. We've been waiting for you! Walk-ins are welcome. For information contact Jane Russell: 480-694-1186 *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
A place for new and young moms
April 9-16 vpc.church/easter 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!
Who are you bringing?
Bunny Business Saturday, April 15, 9-10:30AM Kiva Elementary School Field Friday, March 31* 9AM, Room 415-416 Kelly Nieto: kellyn@vpc.church MOPS is a place to gather, connect, and be encouraged. *Childcare (0-5): nursery@vpc.church
Take Part in the Experience
Easter Bunny • Games Snacks • Easter Egg Hunt If you haven't yet signed up to help, email Tina today! We want you to be a part of this great event. Bunny Business is a great opportunity to invite your friends. All are welcome! Contact Tina to get involved: tinag@vpc.church
Progressive Dinner Today 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!
Violin Recital
Palm Sunday, April 9 All Worship Services
Maundy Thursday, April 13 6:30PM, Sanctuary
Good Friday, April 14
Noon & 6:30PM, Chapel
Easter, April 16
Sunrise: 6AM, Fountain Choir & Brass: 9AM, Sanctuary Band: 10:30AM, Landes Center Organ & Hymns: 11:45AM, Chapel
Women, see you there!
CONCERT
SERIES 2016-17
As a loving couple, Lan and Joy enthusiastically share their music with the community. Together they will perform various styles of music with exceptional expressions and dazzling techniques.
Sunday, March 26 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40s-50s Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50s-60s 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 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
Monday, March 27 Divorce Recovery Jr. High Midweek
Chapel Parlor Landes Center
5:30PM 6PM
Tuesday, March 28 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Explorers! Pickleball Session Boy Scout Troop 441
Fireside Room Campus-wide Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Calvin Center Landes Center Fireside Room Landes Center
8:30AM Various times 9AM 9:30AM 4PM 4:30PM 6PM 7PM
Wednesday, March 29 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Grief Support Sportball Men's Bible Study Valley Ringers-Handbells A Study of the Cross Sr. High Midweek Choir Rehearsal
Fireside Room Campus-wide Room 414 Landes Center Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Calvin Center Landes Center Choir Room
8:30AM Various times 1PM 2:15PM 4PM 5:30PM 6:30PM 7PM 7:30PM
Thursday, March 30 Men's Basketball Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Travel Tales 70s+ Community Group Martial Arts Valley Day School Movie Night
Landes Center Fireside Room Campus-wide Library Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center
6:30AM 8:30AM Various times 8:30AM 3PM 4:30PM 6PM
Friday, March 31 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Line Dance Valley Presbyterian Foundation Legacy Dinner Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Center Scottsdale Resort Landes Center
9AM 10AM 6PM 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
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM
Saturday, April 1
valley presbyterian church
Lan Qui and Joy Pan Violin Recital With Marilyn Kredel, Piano and Jennifer Hamm, Soprano Today, 4PM, Sanctuary
Calendar of Events
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.
Sunday, April 2 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40s-50s Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group 5th Grade Transition Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship