Spring Term comes to a close
You're in charge of the next series
VPC's therapy dog ministry
What a great party!
pet pause dog therapy ministry Here's to another successful year! Encore University's Spring Term comes to a close on April 6. Thank you to all instructors, students, and volunteers for being a part of another successful school year. Stay tuned over the summer for information about the Fall!
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
Learn more about Mental Health
Share your appreciation
Connecting Our Community: Increasing Awareness and Sharing Behavioral Health Resources Speakers: Chip Coffey, Director of Behavioral Health Integration at Quail Run Michael Schafer, Director of the Center for Applied Behavioral Health Policy at ASU May 11, 8:45AM-3:30PM St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, No Fee Registration: Sandy Meyers: 480-998-3843 ext.108; smeyers@stpatcc.org
Staff Appreciation – Notes of Gratitude Submit your notes of gratitude to the wonderful staff of VPC! Cards are available in church office – complete as many as you would like, and return them to Tammy by April 24. Staff members will each receive their personal notes from you at our next Staff Appreciation Luncheon on May 9.
Care & Support
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Jean Akins, 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, Carole Marr, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Carl Lauer, Nancy Miller, Ruth Rehfeldt, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Nancy Sumner, Daniel Van Such, Margaret Wheeler Please pray for those at home or in a care facility: Helen Adams, Don 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 Dale Buczko (Tanya Tomcheck's husband). VPC Mental Health Ministry (MHM) Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444 Printed resources and information on VPC MHM available in the church library.
FOCUS
week of April 2, 2017
valley presbyterian church
Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church Thank you to everyone who attended the 2017 Legacy Dinner, and thank you to all the many volunteers who made the evening a success! Because of your time, generosity, support, and excitement, you are helping VPC Step into the Future!
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!
VPC News Called to Lead: Why the All-Church Nominating Committee is vital To continue to thrive, Valley Presbyterian Church needs the effective leadership of our Elders, the care of our Deacons, and the stewardship of our Foundation Trustees. In partnership with VPC staff, Elders lead each of the ministry areas of our church, establish the annual budget, and prayerfully listen to discern God's plans for VPC. Deacons minister to the needs of our congregation and are responsible for the majority of oneon-one care given to members of our community. Trustees steward the Foundation, manage the endowment, and discern needs to be funded from the endowment.
Palm Sunday, April 9 All Worship Services Maundy Thursday, April 13 6:30PM*, Sanctuary Good Friday, April 14 Noon & 6:30PM*, Chapel
Each of these leadership positions are crucial and a blessing to VPC and those who serve. Is God calling you to serve in a leadership role? The ACNC is always looking for new and committed members to help shape our community for years to come. vpc.church/LEAD Thank you Tracy Keller! Since August 2013, Tracy Keller has been a blessing to Encore University, first as Assistant Director, and then as Director. She has contributed so much to the success of Encore and has been endeared to our students. At the end of the Spring Term Tracy is leaving Encore to spend more time with her family, especially to follow her son’s success playing hockey! We are grateful for Tracy’s time and talents given to Encore University, and send blessings to her and her family.
Visit the VPC website's Session page!
Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session Text to give
Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
Easter, April 16 6AM, Fountain, Sunrise 9AM*, Sanctuary, Choir & Organ 10:30AM*, Landes Center, Band 11:45AM, Chapel, Valley Singers *Childcare available (0-2)
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.
End of year musical!
Who We Are: What questions do you have? 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
Is God calling you to lead?
The culture we live in wants to answer all our questions for us. What car should I buy? How should I raise my kids? Who should be in charge of our government? Why should I believe in Jesus? It's critical that your church community help answer the questions you have about life, relationships, and God. The next sermon series, QUESTIONS, will be an exciting and informative time where we address these questions! The topics, though, are up to you. We are asking you to submit questions you have about how God fits into our world. There are several ways you can submit a question: -Send Pastor Joynt a letter or email: davidj@vpc.church -Submit a question online: vpc.church/questions -Send a message on the VPC Facebook page: facebook.com/valleypresbyterian -Ask your questions directly to any member of staff
E aster
is for everyone
April 9-16 vpc.church/easter EXPLORERS presents: Motion in the Ocean Tuesday, April 5, 5:30PM, Chapel, Free Everyone is invited to this great evening. Get ready to swim, swoosh and dive right in! God's great big ocean is a world just waiting for exploring, and these highenergy songs and funny dialogue will really get you into the "swim" of things!
Take two quick minutes and fill out the card insert provided this morning. 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. Elder, Deacon, and Foundation Trustee. You can also contact the ACNC chair: Ed Glady, edward.glady@sandersparks.com Or submit online: vpc.church/LEAD
Women, see you there!
Food for those in need locally
Holy Week is the most significant seven days in Christianity. We see Jesus hailed entering Jerusalem, betrayed eating with his disciples, condemned, killed, and resurrected, to bridge the chasm between humanity and God once and for all. There are many who don’t know this story, haven’t felt the joy of Easter morning, and have never encountered the Risen Jesus in their own lives. This Easter, invite someone to join you at VPC. Has God put you in someone’s life to ask them to take part in the experience of Holy Week? God is at work at VPC, and He wants us to bring people to a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives.
RightNow media relaunch
Who are you bringing?
Bunny Business 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.
ICM Food Drive Bags available today on the patio Return full bags next Sunday, April 9 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 today and return it full on April 9.
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.
Saturday, April 15, 9-10:30AM Kiva Elementary School Field Easter Bunny • Games Snacks • Easter Egg Hunt Bunny Business is a great opportunity to invite your friends. All are welcome! Contact Tina to get involved: tinag@vpc.church
Calendar of Events
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
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
Monday, April 3 Divorce Recovery Jr. High Midweek
Chapel Parlor Landes Center
5:30PM 6PM
Tuesday, April 4 Boy Scout Troop 441 Breakfast Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Worship Explorers! Spring Concert Pickleball Boy Scout Troop 441
Landes Center Fireside Room Campus-wide Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Chapel Landes Center Landes Center
7AM 8:30AM Various times 9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 5:30PM 4:30PM 7PM
Wednesday, April 5 Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team Grief Support Sportball Men's Bible Study Valley Ringers-Handbells A Study of the Cross Sr. High Midweek Choir Rehearsal
Fireside Room Campus-wide Calvin Center Room 414 Landes Center Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Calvin Center Landes Center Choir Room
8:30AM Various times 9AM 1PM 2:15PM 4PM 5:30PM 6:30PM 7PM 7:30PM
Thursday, April 6 Men's Basketball Encore Fireside Café Encore University (see catalog) Travel Tales Cong. Care & Fellowship 60s-70s+ Community Group 70s+ Community Group Martial Arts Pickleball Women's Bible Study
Landes Center Fireside Room Campus-wide Library Chapel Conf. Room Crossing 104 Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center Room 415-416
6:30AM 8:30AM Various times 8:30AM 9AM 1PM 3PM 4:30PM 4:30PM 6:30PM
Friday, April 7 Women's Bible Study Line Dance Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Center Chapel
9AM 10AM 7:30PM
Saturday, April 8 Children's Palm Sunday Rehearsal
Landes/Sanctuary
10AM
Sunday, April 9 Palm Sunday 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 Women's Small Group Leader Training
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Room 417 Rooms 404-417 Chapel Room 409
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 11:45AM