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valley presbyterian church week of June 18, 2017
COOKS’ TOUR
What is VPC's Boy Scout Troop up to this summer? 30 boys and 10 adults went to two camps in AZ and CA last week! At Emerald Bay, four intrepid scouts completed the Mile Swim in the ocean, with a sea lion swimming by their sides. Keep the boys returning from Sea Base Camp this week in your prayers.
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Tuesdays, 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 One worship service July 2 9:30AM, Sanctuary
DEACON FUND Nothing is more exciting than making a difference in our community. VPC’s 13 Deacon Ministry Teams bless our congregation and our larger community by providing food cards, rental and utility, crisis counseling and medical assistance. The Deacon Fund cannot exist without your financial gifts. Is God calling you to support these teams? Please consider helping these vital ministries. Contact David Turner: davidt@vpc.church
READING The Anxiety Cure, Archibald D. Hart Anxiety is the number one mental health problem for women and second only to drug abuse among men. With a Christian view, The Anxiety Cure provides proven, natural strategies for achieving lasting emotional tranquility in an emotional balance in today’s fast-paced world. Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444
Care & Support Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Carol Bedillion, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Debbie Cox, Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, John Hale, Milton Heath, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Carl Lauer, Jim Lawrence, Mary Lorenz, Jean Mack, Norm McClelland, Dee Melde, Joan Nykamp, Mary Ann Pelton (John Pelton's mother), Sally Rea, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Maggie & Stephan Sciacca, Orie Spegal, Nancy Sumner, Donna Yorston
Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:
VPC will only have one worship service on Sunday, July 2, at 9:30AM, in the Sanctuary. We invite you all to join us over the Independence Day long weekend!
Church Office Closed Monday, July 3 & Tuesday, July 4
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
THE FACTORY OPENS TOMORROW!
The campus will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
Visit VPC Session page!
Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session VPC finances year-to-date as of May 31, 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
$836,661 $171,123 $1,007,784
$792,000 $184,175 $976,175
$44,661 -$13,052 $31,609
$201,807 $407,805 $74,894 $91,692 $43,975 $79,449 $899,622
$200,750 $418,542 $77,533 $101,360 $48,832 $85,033 $932,050
-$1,057 $10,737 $2,639 $9,668 $4,857 $5,584 $32,428
$108,162
$44,125
$64,037
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, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Carol Hanson, Joan Herman, Nancy Hines, 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, Ruthe Small, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Kiki Westmoreland, Jane White
valley presbyterian church
For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
A Community Where Jesus Christ Transforms Lives
Sympathy Our church family extends its Christian sympathy to the family and friends of John Limbach (Roy States son-in-law).
6947 East McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424 vpc.church
Memorial Service Mary Shrake, June 20, 10AM, Sanctuary
Devotional available!
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
Saturday, June 24, 7:30PM, Phoenix Rising FC Soccer Complex
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.
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Who We Are: Honoring Fathers 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
Summer Lunches are Back!
Honoring the special men in our lives is at the heart of Father's Day. Sonora Smart Dodd, inspired by a recent movement to honor mothers, felt it was equally important to honor fathers. She held the first Father’s Day celebration at the YMCA in Spokane, Washington on June 19, 1910 as a way to honor her father, a Civil War veteran. In 1966, President Lyndon Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers. We may not be aware of the history behind Father’s Day, but we know that the positive influence of fathers in a child’s life is vital-in particular how they model their faith in God. For some, our relationship with our father makes today a challenge, and we pray for reconciliation wherever possible. We take comfort knowing that the love of our Heavenly Father is ever present, on this and every day. For men today there is no greater call than to reflect to our families the love and character of our Heavenly Father. Happy Father’s Day!
Take a much needed break
Men, get ready for some soccer
LUNCHES Keep in touch with your church throughout the week:
Sunday, July 9 11:45AM, Landes Center, Free
eVine (weekly email): vpc.church/menu/stay-connected
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
Facebook: facebook.com/valleypresbyterian Instagram: 'vpc.church'
Stay fit & beat the heat!
Fit 4 Mom Stroller Class Tuesdays & Thursdays 9-10AM, Landes Center, Instructor: Amy Feltus: amyfeltus@fit4mom.com 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.
VBS begins tomorrow!
Thank you to everyone who has worked to prepare for this awesome week! Tomorrow over 190 kids will arrive to learn more about Jesus and how they were created by Him for a purpose. Please be praying for the leaders, kids, and their parents this coming week!
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
VPC is on a mission
Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Mom's Morning Out Tuesday, June 27, 9-11:30AM Cost: $10/child, $5/sibling Register: vpc.church/women Questions? Email: nursery@vpc.church
MALAWI MISSION TEAM
VPC is sending five people to Malawi to work with our ministry partners and begin construction on a school in Southern Malawi. Your support at Scottdale & PV for Africa provided the means for this trip and project! Please pray for this year's team: Chris Woodard, Brianna Maxwell, Tamzin Slont, Brittany Slont, and John Maxwell
Do you have a couple extra hours during the summer? VPC can use your help! There are several opportunities available: -Church office phone receptionist -Sanctuary & Chapel pew preparation Call the church office or email: church@vpc.church to volunteer!
Calendar of Events Sunday, June 18 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship The Gathering (6th-12th grade) 40s-50s Community Group Vacation Bible School Jr. Helper Training 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
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 The Crossing Room 404 Nursery Landes Center Room 404 Calvin Center
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 10:30AM
Monday, June 19 Vacation Bible School (VBS) Parent Orientation Vacation Bible School (VBS) Explorers! Camp
1st Floor Admin. Office Campus Wide Landes Center
8:20AM 8:30AM 12PM
Tuesday, June 20 Vacation Bible School (VBS) Memorial-Mary Shrake Explorers! Camp
Campus Wide Sanctuary Landes Center
8:30AM 10AM 12PM
Wednesday, June 21 Vacation Bible School (VBS) Explorers! Camp Book of Exodus
Campus Wide Landes Center Calvin Center
8:30AM 12PM 6:30PM
Thursday, June 22 Vacation Bible School (VBS) Explorers! Camp Martial Arts Explorers! Concert
Campus Wide Landes Center Calvin Center Landes Center
8:30AM 12PM 4:30PM 6:30PM
Friday, June 23 Vacation Bible School (VBS) Alcoholics Anonymous
Campus Wide Landes Center
8:30AM 7:30PM
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Room 404 Nursery Landes Center Room 404 Calvin Center
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 10:30AM
Saturday, June 24 Sunday, June 25 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