Spring Term comes to a close
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!
Lay Hospital Chaplains
A place for new and young moms
Friday, April 21* 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
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VPC DEACON MINISTRY
It's important to be present for those in hospitals and rehab centers. Our Deacon Ministry team members offer brief visits, a smile, and a prayer during those times when encouragement and a friendly face are most needed. It’s in these times that we experience the care of Christ through others. Interested in learning more? Email Tammy: tammym@vpc.church
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, Debbie Cox, Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, John Hale, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Carole Marr, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Carl Lauer, Jim Lawrence, eNancy 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, Jane White, Lorraine White For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
Women's Bible Study date change
Put a Song in your Heart
FOCUS
week of April 9, 2017
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Presbyterian Women Luncheon Wednesday, April 26 11:30AM, Landes Center, Cost: $10 RSVP to: 480-991-6424 by April 26 Program: Deb Hurd Deb is an accomplished composer, songwriter, arranger, vocalist, and musician. Her non-profit, HeartSong Foundation, raises funds that allow musicians to share and teach music to disadvantaged areas nationally and globally.
Women’s Bible Study* Abundant Simplicity Thursday, April 20, 6:30PM, Room 415 Kelsey Woodruff: kelseyw@vpc.church Register: vpc.church/women Simplicity is about choosing the engaging, relational life we were meant to live. Bible study will meet on May 11 & 12 as previously scheduled. *Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
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.
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 Job Opportunity: Director of Student Ministry The mission of the Director of Student Ministry is to envision, create and direct a comprehensive and dynamic student ministry that attracts and equips students and their families to grow in faith, and provides opportunities to belong in community and service with their gifts. This position supports the overall mission and programs of the church, contributing to its unity, and providing leadership and direction for the Student Ministry. Email Questions and Resumes to Sarah Brammer, smurley47@hotmail.com. Church office closed Monday, April 17, in observance of Easter.
Easter, April 16 6AM, Fountain, Sunrise 9AM*, Sanctuary, Choir & Organ 10:30AM*, Landes Center, Band 11:45AM, Chapel, Valley Singers
Visit the VPC website's Session page! Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
*Childcare available (0-2)
vpc.church/session Text to give Text the amount of your donation to 480-372-8548 –it’s as simple as that!
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 Amy Austin Govig (Jan & Dick Govig's niece). 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.
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BUNNY BUSINESS
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
Saturday, April 15 9-10:30AM, Kiva Field
FREE
Bring your friends!