Calling all College Students
The Master Plan Team needs you!
VPC's new therapy dog ministry
Do you love arts and crafts?
Crafters 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
VPC Master Plan Public Workshops Sunday, March 19 10AM, Sanctuary (following 9AM service) 11:45AM, Landes (following 10:30AM service) VPC is working with Jones Studio, Inc. to develop a Master Plan for our campus that utilizes our buildings to further our mission. Your input in this process is valuable, and we invite you to attend!
Care & Support
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Robert Bard, Scott Bowers, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Bob Combs, Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, Jan Govig, Barbara Jewett, Carl Lauer, Helen Lawlus, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Nancy Miller, 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
pet pause dog therapy ministry Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church The VPC Pet Pause Ministry is up and running (or wagging?)! If you or someone you know are interested in having one of our Pet Pause visitors bring some cheer and a wagging tail to your home, contact Tammy. Our furry friends are waiting for your call!
COOKS’ TOUR Tuesdays Starting March 7 9AM, Calvin Center Margaret Wheeler: 480-483-2609 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.
VPC News
VPC Master Plan Interactive Exhibit Today, outside all worship centers
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 Fireside Room.
New Lenten Devotional available
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
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
Visit the new Session page on the website! Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
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 Ron Casola, and Hazel Tennison. Congregational Care & Fellowship offers Grief Support Wednesdays, 1PM, Room 414 Facilitators: Karen Annis & Bill Gass
FOCUS
week of March 5, 2017 valley presbyterian church
SOUP & STUDY: A STUDY OF THE CROSS
Wednesdays starting March 8 6:30-7:30PM, Calvin Center, Free
Text to give
Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
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.
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
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.
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
COME TO THE TABLE: WOMEN'S RETREAT 2017 April 28-30, Prescott, AZ
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.
Upcoming Wed. Night Class
Soup & Study: A Study of the Cross Facilitators: Kelly & Mike Nieto Wednesdays, March 8-April 5 6:30-7:30PM, Calvin Center, No Fee This class will explore the symbolism and power of the cross throughout scripture. Come and deepen your understanding of why Jesus gave his life for us on a wooden cross.
Lifelong Learning
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
Who We Are: An exciting retreat for women 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
Sign up for the VPC Women's Retreat! This may be your first time taking a weekend away to invest in your spiritual life, or you may have experienced retreats before and have decided to come again. Ellen Parrott's favorite thing about last year's retreat was, "being able to spend more concentrated time with women who share the same faith, both people I normally see at church and people I haven't had the chance to have a deeper conversation with." For some women, the chance to get away from the pressures of everyday life is reason enough to attend. Others are drawn to the spiritual nature of the retreat. Ellen reflects on last year's retreat, "I also really liked having the chance to learn how to go deeper into Scripture, or just being more intentional." Whatever your reason for attending, we invite you to join us.
Tickets are going fast!
Women, see you there!
Valley Presbyterian Foundation Legacy Dinner: Step into the Future Friday, March 31, 2017 The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch This evening is packed with something for everyone! Browse the silent auction, keep an eye on the wine raffle, check out the live auction, and participate in this year's Fund The Need project. Tickets: vpc.church/legacydinner
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.
Women's Progressive Dinner
New Women's Bible Study
Women’s Bible Study* Abundant Simplicity 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!
Every other Thursday, 6:30PM, Room 415 *Every other Friday, 9AM, Room 415 Kelsey Woodruff: kelseyw@vpc.church Register: vpc.church/women Simplicity is about choosing the engaging, relational life we were meant to live. *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
USNA Women's Glee Club
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. Free will offering.
Join Valley Presbyterian Church!
Inquirer Class March 26, 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! For information contact Jane Russell: 480-694-1186 *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Calendar of Events Sunday, March 5 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 Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Monday, March 6 Divorce Recovery Tuesday, March 7 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Explorers! Pickleball Boy Scout Troop 441 Wednesday, March 8 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Presbyterian Women Rebekah/Rachel Circle Presbyterian Women Ruth/Naomi Circle Grief Support Sportball Men's Bible Study Valley Ringers-Handbells Financial Peace University A Study of the Cross Choir Rehearsal Thursday, March 9 Men's Basketball Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Travel Tales 60's-70's Community Group 70s+ Community Group Martial Arts Pickleball Friday, March 10 Line Dance Alcoholics Anonymous Saturday, March 11 USNA Women's Glee Club Sunday, March 12 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 Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM
Chapel Parlor
5:30PM
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 Calvin Center Room 409 Room 414 Landes Center Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Fireside Room Calvin Center Choir Room
8:30AM Various times 9:30AM 12PM 1PM 2:15PM 4PM 5:30PM 6PM 6:30PM 7:30PM
Landes Center Fireside Room Campus-wide Library Crossing 104 Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center
6:30AM 8:30AM Various times 8:30AM 1PM 3PM 4:30PM 4:30PM
Landes Center Landes Center
10AM 7:30PM
Sanctuary
7PM
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM