TROOP 441
What is VPC's Boy Scout Troop up to this summer? Troop 441is sending 29 scouts and their leaders to Scout camps at Camp Geronimo near Payson and Camp Emerald Bay in Catalina Island from June 3-10. Please pray for safe travels to and from the camps and that all have great experiences!
May is Mental Health Month
Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Summer Ministry Brochures available!
The White Elephant shed is open!
Throughout May, NAMI and participants across the country are raising awareness for mental health. Each year, we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for equal care. See more at: nami.org/mentalhealthmonth Family Support Website: nami.org/find-support
Saturdays, June 3 & 17, 8-11AM Cooks’ Tour Shed (west of the Sanctuary)
There are several opportunities available: -VBS set building, prep, or day-of needs -Church office phone receptionist -Sanctuary & Chapel pew preparation Call the church office or email: church@vpc.church to volunteer!
VPC Mental Health Ministry
VPC Mental Health Ministry contact Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255) AZ Teen Lifeline: 602-248-8336, teenlifeline.org Printed resources and information on VPC MHM available in the church Library.
Care & Support Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Robert Bard, Carol Bedillion, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, John Hale, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Carl Lauer, Jim Lawrence, Dee Melde, Mary Ann Pelton (John Pelton's mother), Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ greatniece), Mary Schupbach, Orie Spegal, Nancy Sumner, Donna Yorston 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, Emily Courtright, Bonnie Domaz, Lorraine Fercho, Charlotte Fox, George Freiburghaus, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Carol Hanson, Joan Herman, Nancy Hines, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Jo Ann Jones, Kay Koeb, Claire Kooi, Helen Lawlus, Jim Lorenz, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Ron Norris, Barbara Patterson, Charlotte Phillips, Marie Pishny, Sally Rea, Martha Sarchett, Mary Shrake, Ruthe Small, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Kiki Westmoreland, Jane White For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
Prayer Chain
week of May 28, 2017
Do you have a couple extra hours during the summer? VPC can use your help!
Cooks’ Tour is collecting items as they prepare for the event White Elephant sale. Have items you would otherwise donate to Goodwill or Red Cross? Drop them off here on a Saturday, instead!
Get yours today outside each Worship Center or online: vpc.church
VPC News
Joseph Parisi, VPC's new Director of Student Ministries From Pastor Joynt's article in the June/July edition of the Valley Vine: Session recently promoted our Interim Student Director, Joseph Parisi, into the permanent role of Director. Thanks go to our youth leadership search committee for their work and their unanimous vote! Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition; 1 in 5 U.S. adults will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime.
FOCUS
valley presbyterian church
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.
VPC Summer Worship Schedule 11:45AM Service & Sanctuary Balcony
Vol. 2 devotional available today! Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
The 11:45AM Worship Service will be going on summer break, and the Sanctuary balcony will also be closed. Regular worship schedule will resume on Sunday, September 10.
Church Office Closed
Service of
Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.
VPC finances year-to-date as of April 30, 2017 Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church Income Faith Giving Other Income Total Income Expense Pastoral Ministry Admin & Facility Mission, Outreach, Cong. Care Christian Education Encore Worship & Music Total Expense Net Income less Expense
Actual
Budget
Variance
$613,280 $154,147 $767,427
$584,600 $174,570 $759,170
$28,680 -$20,423 $8,257
$159,934 $322,461 $58,126 $77,251 $41,303 $65,226 $724,301
$161,208 $335,950 $61,973 $85,470 $42,636 $68,727 $755,964
$1,274 $13,489 $3,847 $8,219 $1,333 $3,501 $31,663
$43,126
$3,206
$39,920
Visit the VPC website's Session page!
Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
REMEMBRANCE
TOMORROW, MAY 29 8AM, Memorial Garden
MOM’S morning OUT TUESDAY, MAY 30
9-11:30AM vpc.church/women
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
Vacation Bible School 2017 Monday, June 19-Friday June 23, 8:30AM-Noon vpc.church/vbs
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 Summer Sunday School: 3 years-1st grade 9:15-10:15 & 10:45-11:45AM The Gathering: Jr. & Sr. High 9AM, Landes basement If your kids stay in worship, check out the worship activity cart in each worship center.
Ladies: Bunko & Brunch
Who We Are: Make VBS a summer highlight 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
Stay fit & beat the heat!
MAKER FUN FACTORY: Vacation Bible School 2017 Monday, June 19-Friday, June 23 8:30AM-Noon, vpc.church/vbs OVER A THIRD OF THE KIDS WHO COME TO VBS DO NOT HAVE A CHURCH HOME. THIS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL OF US TO SHARE JESUS WITH THEM. -Tina Gilbreath, Director of Children’s Ministry REGISTER FOR VBS VOLUNTEER FOR VBS Cost: $30 per child through June 9 Volunteer categories: Pre-VBS, Crew $75 per child after June 9 Leaders, & Behind the Scenes Kids start and end each day with an Questions? energizing time of singing, skits, and Email Tina: tinag@vpc.church interactive opportunities. Through music, Pre-VBS: Building and decorating sets or fun characters, and tangible examples of putting together crafts and projects. Jesus, kids will see God’s plan for them. Crew Leaders: Guide a group of kids The majority of each day is spent in agethroughout the week. specific groups, with activities that allow Behind the Scenes: Snack and food kids to create, move, and learn more about preparation, volunteer appreciation, snack God who created each one of them! donation coordination.
Summer Lunches are Back!
New Summer Class Coming Soon!
EXODUS
LUNCHES
Women's Ministry Women’s Ministry: Bunko & Brunch Saturday, June 10, 10AM-12PM RSVP for address: kellyn@vpc.church
Fit 4 Mom Stroller Class Tuesdays & Thursdays starting June 1 9-10AM, Landes Center, Instructor: Amy Feltus: amyfeltus@fit4mom.com
Let’s gather for an morning of Bunko, conversation, and food! Bunko is easy; come even if you’ve never played. Bring an appetizer, treat, or drink to share.
In just one hour you will get a complete head to toe workout that will have you feeling energized and looking fit. Classes are designed for all different fitness levels and are taught by certified instructors.
Remembering our veterans
Take a much needed break
Sunday, June 11 11:45AM, Landes Center, Free Everyone is invited to VPC’s Summer Lunches. Join us after the 10:30AM service for good food and fellowship in a wonderful air conditioned building! Lunch is free but donations are accepted. RSVP is appreciated but not required: vpc.church/event-calendar
Men, get ready for some soccer
EXODUS Wednesdays, June 7-July 26 6:30-7:30PM, Calvin Center Facilitators: Mike & Kelly Nieto This summer, we move from Genesis to Exodus, continuing the story of God’s people as they move from life in Egypt to the Promised Land.
Student Summer of Service starts
Service of REMEMBRANCE
Memorial Day, May 29, 8AM Memorial Garden Join us as we remember and honor our Veterans who have passed.
Mom's Morning Out Tuesdays, May 23 & 30 9-11:30AM Cost: $10/child, $5/sibling Register: vpc.church/women Questions? Email: nursery@vpc.church Need a few hours to get some work done or make it to a needed appointment? Take this opportunity for a break. Childcare offered for children 0-5 years old.
Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Game Saturday, June 24, 7:30PM Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex Cost: $25, 50% discount for friends Get tickets online: vpc.church/men Join VPC men for an evening of fun and fellowship as we cheer on Phoenix Rising FC, Arizona’s only professional soccer team. Questions? Contact Aaron Parrott: arparrott@gmail.com or 602-380-4593
Junior High Mission Trip: San Diego, California, May 29-June 3 Tomorrow 22 Junior High students and leaders leave for San Diego. Please be praying for safe travels and for God to use them in a powerful way as they do His work in California!
Calendar of Events Sunday, May 28 Family Worship, No Sunday School Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship 70s+ Community Group
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Nursery Landes Center Calvin Center
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM
Monday, May 29 Memorial Day-Church Office Closed Service of Remembrance for Military Veterans
Memorial Garden
8AM
Tuesday, May 30 Cooks' Tour Crafters Bridge & Mah Jongg Valley Day School Summer Camp Mom's Morning Out B.O.Y.S. Club Pickleball Boy Scout Troop 441
Calvin Center Fireside Room VDS Rooms Room 409/Nursery Chapel Parlor Landes Center Landes Center
9AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:30AM 4:30PM 7PM
Wednesday, May 31 Valley Day School Summer Camp
VDS Rooms
9AM
Thursday, June 1 Men's Basketball Valley Day School Summer Camp 70s+ Community Group-Mexican Train Martial Arts Pickleball
Landes Center VDS Rooms Fireside Room Calvin Center Landes Center
6:30AM 9AM 1PM 4:30PM 4:30PM
Friday, June 2 Valley Day School Summer Camp Alcoholics Anonymous
VDS Rooms Landes Center
9AM 7:30PM
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Room 404 Nursery Landes Center Room 404 Calvin Center Fireside Room
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 10:30AM 11:30AM
Saturday, June 3 Sunday, June 4 Communion Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40s-50s Community Group Summer Sunday School (3 y.o.-1st grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Summer Sunday School (3 y.o.-1st grade) 70s+ Community Group Foundation Scholarship Reception