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
Share your appreciation
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
valley presbyterian church
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.
valley presbyterian church
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!
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.
Calendar of Events 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
New Wednesday classes coming! a new
Love & Logic class
The Influential Disciple* Wednesdays, April 26-May 24 6:30-7:30PM, Calvin Center, No Fee Instructors: Kelly & Mike Nieto We are called to be disciples of Jesus and then make disciples of Jesus. Many times, though, the idea of discipleship is weak, shallow or elusive for Christians. Take a deep dive into five specific dimensions of discipleship. *Childcare: nursery@vpc.church
Love & Logic Presents: Master Your Emotions for Parents & Teachers* Wednesdays, April 26-May 10 6-7:30PM, Room 415-416, Cost: $40 Instructor: Larry Kerby Learn the tools necessary to create transforming relationships with your children. How you react to your children is a choice! This class will equip you to stay in control in tough situations. *Childcare: nursery@vpc.church
Is God calling you to lead?
Food for those in need locally
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
ICM Food Drive Return full bags today Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church ICM Food & Clothing Bank meets the basic needs of up to 150 families every day, six days a week.
April 9-16 Maundy Thursday, April 13 6:30PM*, Sanctuary Good Friday, April 14 Noon & 6:30PM*, Chapel
Easter, April 16 6AM, Fountain, Sunrise 9AM*, Sanctuary, Choir & Organ 10:30AM*, Landes Center, Band 11:45AM, Chapel, Valley Singers
*Childcare available (0-2)
vpc.church/easter From Pastor Joynt's Devotional for Palm Sunday Read them all online: vpc.church/pastor-joynts-devotionals Are you as good as I am at generating excuses for things you don’t want to do? Imagine if you were Jesus on the brink of Holy Week. How many reasons were there not to enter the city and endure the suffering to come? If He avoided the confrontation, He could continue to heal, help, and teach. He was only 33, and His disciples had only had a few years to prepare for their coming responsibilities. None of His friends thought embracing the cross was a good idea. The coming events were going to be manifestly unfair, with unsupported charges, false witnesses, and motivations built on fear, jealousy, and expediency. But Jesus understood that the Kingdom He was founding was built on sacrifice and forgiveness. He cast aside excuses and headed for Jerusalem.
Easter is for everyone! Easter is the most significant day 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. Included in your bulletin are bookmarks, one for you, and other to share with someone.
You're in charge of the next series
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
A unique Holy Week experience
Lenten Prayer Walk Tuesday, April 11, 5:30PM Canaan in the Desert 9849 N. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ 85028 Kelly Nieto: kellyn@vpc.church A guided prayer walk focusing on the last days of Christ. The walk will take about one hour and is a time of contemplation and prayer led by one of the Sisters. We'll go to dinner afterwards together.
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.) 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 Landes Center Calvin Center Room 417 Rooms 404-417 Chapel Room 409
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 11:45AM
Monday, April 10 Jr. High Midweek
Landes Center
6PM
Tuesday, April 11 Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Worship Boy Scout Troop 441
Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Landes Center
9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 7PM
Wednesday, April 12 Presbyterian Women Rebekah/Rachel Circle Valley Day School Chapel Worship Presbyterian Women Ruth/Naomi Circle Sportball Men's Bible Study Valley Ringers-Handbells Sr. High Midweek Choir Rehearsal
Calvin Center Chapel Room 409 Landes Center Chapel Parlor Handbell Room Landes Center Choir Room
9:30AM 11:15AM 12PM 2:15PM 4PM 5:30PM 7PM 7:30PM
Thursday, April 13 Maundy Thursday Men's Basketball Travel Tales Martial Arts Maundy Thursday Worship (nursery open 0-2)
Landes Center Library Calvin Center Sanctuary
6:30AM 8:30AM 4:30PM 6:30PM
Friday, April 14 Good Friday Line Dance Good Friday Worship (no childcare) Good Friday Worship (nursery open 0-2) Alcoholics Anonymous
Landes Center Chapel Chapel Landes Center
10AM 12PM 6:30PM 7:30PM
Saturday, April 15 Bunny Business
Kiva Field
9AM
Sunday, April 16 Easter Sunday Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 70s+ Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship
Fountain Patio Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Nursery Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
6AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM