Baptism Quilters Needed!
Do you love arts and crafts?
Crafters
A New Heart for the Valley devotional inspiration
FOCUS
Valley Presbyterian Church week of March 4, 2018
COOKS’ TOUR
Quilters to make Baptism Quilts
Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church 480-991-6424 ext. 121
Tuesdays, 9AM, Calvin Center Margaret Wheeler: 480-483-2609
If you love to quilt-no matter your HELD WITHIN OUR BODIES, HEARTS, AND MINDS experience-and want to make a difference in the lives of our children and their families contact Pastor David Turner.
If you enjoy using your skills to create things to help others, then Crafters is for you. Come join in the fellowship, fun, and creativity of this long-standing group of dedicated people. For more information contact Margaret.
Mental Health and the Gospel
You are not alone!
HOW THE GOSPEL RECLAIMS THE SHATTERED STORIES
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. Devotional: An Invitational Heart: VPC also has physical impediments to connection. We have too much hardscape in a desert climate. Our dispersed campus and divided locations for hospitality make it harder to welcome strangers and share our warmth and hospitality. In our new plan, we have a shaded indoor/outdoor area which creates an invitation space for connection. Were you at the 60th Celebration? Did you feel the energy?
Friday, March 9, 6-9PM Saturday, March 10, 8:30AM-2:15PM Redemption Tempe Registration: redaz.in/mhgctempe PRESENTED BY REDEMPTION CHURCH TEMPE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH The Gospel Reclaims the Shattered Stories THE SURGE NETWORK, VIA CHURCH, AND MISSIO DEI COMMUNITIES held within our Bodies, Hearts, and Minds Join us to hear panel discussions and talks on these issues from speakers like Curt Thompson (author of Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame) and other local church leaders, theologians, and therapists.
NAMI-Family Support Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30PM St. Patrick Catholic Community 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale 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), Helen Farmin, Keith Fenton, Sandra Gerlach, Doris & Lester Goss, Gary Green, Lee Henry, Harlen Helser, Barbara Jewett, Jo Ann Jones, Sam Kingma, Beve Lane, 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, Jane Corley, Bonnie Domaz, 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 Jene Jacoby, James Jackson (Shanika Jackson's father), John Larson (Katie Jurgemeyer's grandfather), Karen Straatmeyer, and Jane White. Marilyn Riddel, March 8, 10AM, Chapel
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
Do you sense God’s presence among your fellow VPCers? Scripture: Mark 2:3-5
VPC News Meet Travis Kingma
Today, March 4, 9:15AM, Landes Basement We are very excited to announce that Travis Kingma has been selected by our Search Committee to become VPC’s next Director of Student Ministry. Travis officially starts his new role on March 5.
SPRING FOOD DRIVE
Begins today Get your bag after worship
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Care & Support
Memorial Services
Daily Devotionals available in worship centers & church office
Jane White, March 9, 1PM, Chapel
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
Student Ministry Assistant Director Job Opportunity
Travis Kingma: travisk@vpc.church This part time position is to help support Director of Student Ministry in planning, leading, coordinating Sunday morning, midweek meetings and other student ministry events/opportunities for Junior High, High School, and college students.
FOUNDATION DINNER Friday, March 23, 6PM Arizona Country Club Tickets available online: vpc.church/dinner
Visit VPC Session page! vpc.church/session Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
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
A NEW HEART FOR THE VALLEY Capital Campaign Website vpc.church/anewheart Learn all about the dreams for campus and community!
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 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.
Is God calling you to lead?
Calendar of Events
Who We Are: A day in the life 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
A Place for You!
Deacon Sunday Have you ever wondered what Deacons do? Our ministry is one of compassion that focuses on visiting the sick, providing food to the hungry, encouraging those in life transitions, caring for the bereaved, and bringing a smile to the faces of those who are lonely. The ministry of the Deacons dates back to the first century church and is integral to the life of any healthy church that reflects Christ. Our Deacon’s Ministry is one that allows us to live out our faith in very tangible ways. What makes this ministry great are the amazing people who have dedicated their time and energy to serve in it. But this ministry is not simply for a select few who are called “deacons!" You can join in this ministry by signing up at the Deacon table after worship or help to support the ministry financially by contributing your gift to the Deacon Fund. You can always learn more about Deacon ministries online: vpc.church/deacons
Join our growing community!
Get ready for a party
Inquirer Class VPC's All-Church Nominating Committee (ACNC) needs your help identifying leaders in our community to set the direction of the church in the coming years. We are looking for next year's Elders, Deacons, and Foundation Trustees. You can contact the ACNC chair: Jim Gabler: jimgabler1@gmail.com Or submit online: vpc.church/lead
Women's Appetizer Party
Friday, March 9, 9AM Room 415/416 Spring 2018 membership: only $60! Register today: vpc.church/MOPS Molly Livak: mollyl@vpc.church MOPS @ VPC is an open, accepting place for all mothers to experience authentic community, personal growth, practical help, and spiritual hope. *Childcare (0-5): nursery@vpc.church
A New Heart did you know?
The Master Plan Book, with information and concept images, is available at three locations: Administration building, Sanctuary, and Landes Center lobby. Women's Appetizer Party Sunday, March 11, 4-6PM Calvin Center, Free RSVP to Kelly: kellyn@vpc.church Appetizers (Last names A- K), Dessert (Last names L-Z). See you there, and bring a friend! Donations for Women’s Retreat scholarship fund will be accepted!
Fun Fact: the Master Plan will steward the desert environment with reclaimed rain water, collected from rooftops, and be utilized for the new campus gardens, fountains, and trees. Contact Keith Kerber for anything regarding A New Heart for the Valley: keithk@vpc.church; 480-991-6424, ext. 106
Sunday, March 25 12:30-2:30PM, Fireside Room 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
Food for those in need locally
ICM Food Drive Bags available today on the patio Return full bags Sunday, March 18 Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church 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 March 18.
2018 Foundation Dinner: Roaring Twenties Friday, March 23, 6PM Arizona Country Club Tickets & info.: vpc.church/dinner Tickets ($125) are now on sale! Join us for a night that changes lives in our church and community. This event is so much more than a dinner. The evening is full of fellowship, fundraising, food and festivities. -Amy Greer, Foundation Dinner Chair
Adventures in Lifelong Learning™ Embajador (Ambassador) Jack Crowe has lightened up the Speed Spanish course with his fun approach to being the classroom ambassador. Why not register for an Encore course and be part of the Life Long Learning adventure? Registration/Information Shelby Trimaloff: shelbyt@vpc.church encoreuniv.org, 480-991-6424, ext. 164
Sunday, March 4 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.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Boy Scout Troop 441
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Room 409 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel Room 409
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 3PM
Monday, March 5 Divorce Recovery Jr. High Midweek
Chapel Parlor Landes Basement
5:30PM 6PM
Tuesday, March 6 Fireside Café Encore Classes Bridge & Mah Jongg Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Worship Explorers! Pickleball NAMI Family to Family Boy Scout Troop 441
Fireside Room Campuswide Fireside Room Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Calvin Center Landes Center Calvin Center Landes Center
8AM 9AM-4PM 9AM 9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 3:45PM 4:30PM 6PM 7PM
Wednesday, March 7 Fireside Café Encore Classes Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team Valley Day School Chapel Worship Grief Share Valley Ringers Rehearsal Financial Peace University Alpha Course Take Up Your Cross-Soup & Study Grief Support Sr. High Midweek BSF Young Adult Bible Study Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Fireside Room Campuswide Calvin Center Chapel Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Room 409 Calvin Center Fireside Room Chapel Parlor Landes Center Youth Room Choir Room
8AM 9AM-4PM 9AM 11:15AM 1PM 5:30PM 6PM 6PM 6:30PM 6:30PM 7PM 7PM 7:30PM
Thursday, March 8 Men’s Basketball Fireside Café Encore Classes Memorial: Marilyn Riddel Tumble Tots Gymnastics Class (ages 3-5) 60s-70s Community Group 70s+ Community Group Pickleball
Landes Center Fireside Room Campuswide Chapel Room 409 Crossing 104 Fireside Room Landes Center
6:30AM 8AM 9AM-4PM 10AM 12:45PM 1PM 3PM 4:30PM
Friday, March 9 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Line Dance Memorial: Jane White Tumble Masters (ages 3-5) Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Basement Chapel Room 409 Landes Center
9AM 10AM 1PM 2:15PM 7:30PM
Saturday,March 10 ALPHA Holy Spirit Retreat
Chapel/Fireside Room
8:45AM
Sunday, March 11 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.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Women's Progressive Dinner
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Room 409 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel Campuswide
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 4PM