FOCUS
Daytime Classes vpc.church/classes
Starting Tuesday, September 25, VPC is offering a wide variety of classes open to anyone who is interested. Get more details at vpc.church/classes. Speed Spanish I Putin & Russia Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30-11AM, Room 412, $70 Tuesday, 6-7:30PM, Calvin Center Wednesday, 9:30-10:50AM, Room 415/416, Tai Chi Balance & Stress Prevention FREE (same class offered on two days) Tuesday/Thursday, 11:15AM-12:15PM, Instructor: Art Humble Room 415/416, $69 Strange Stories: The Book of Judges Spanish Intermediate I Wednesday, 11-11:50AM, Room 409, FREE Tuesday/Thursday, 1-2:30PM, Room 412, $70 Instructor: Rev. Kelly Nieto Basic Floral Arranging: October 2 Tuesdays, 2:45-4PM, Room 409, FREE Instructor: Bob duPuis
There are many reasons to support A New Heart for the Valley. Hear VPC members explain why in their own words. We applaud the effort to make the physical improvements that will help VPC be more of a church community. I’ve been impressed with the effort to develop and accomplish the renovations in the most efficient and effective way. As Presbyterians, I think we can be proud that we are getting the most for our money; which is what we want to do. But, more than that, the investment will really bring us into the future, where we need to be. -Jon & Caryll Kyl
Saving Memorable Moments Wednesday, 2-3:20PM, Room 414, FREE Instructor: Kiki Swanson
You are not alone.
All are welcome! You’re never too young or old to have your heart and blood pressure screened. Representatives from the Anthony Bates Foundation (ABF) will be on campus Sunday, September 16 and October 7 to make appointments and answer any questions.
Care & Support
VPC has blessed our family in so many ways and we have been very impressed with its commitment to Children’s Ministry. These improvements to our campus will truly create a “heart” for all generations to engage with each other so that we truly are one church. For our family it is a privilege to make this commitment to give back to a church that has become a cornerstone in our lives.
Did you know? As medical knowledge increases, and as more people are coming forward about their own struggles with mental health issues, including athletes and celebrities, there is less stigma associated with having a mental health disorder than was the case even a few years ago. There is, as there should be, more open discussion about mental health disorders. Information: vpc.church/mentalhealth Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Mimmo Brigandi, Emily Carroll, Helen Farmin, Brian Fisher, Sandra Gerlach, Rick Glady, Gary Green, Harlen Helser, Barbara Jewett, Jo Ann Jones, Anne Joynt, Carl Lauer, Jim Lawrence, June Lightburne, Carole Marr, Lois Lynne Mathisen, Dorothy Nern, Judy Owens, Nancy Sumner, Don Swanson, Kiki Swanson, Ellie Van Denburgh, Kotzie Wheeler, Helen Wolfe
Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:
Helen Adams, Carolyn Bathurst, Kathryn Bennett, Joyce Black, Herb Blinn, Charles Buckley, Mary Corbin, Bonnie Domaz, Lester Goss, Lorraine & Roger Fercho, Donna Gardner, Norma Jean Garity, Corenthel Green, Luella Gross, Sara Hammond, Louella Hermanson, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Dee Melde, John Mueller, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Martha Sarchett, Tom Simpson, Mary Strasser, Bette & DiAnne Vyskocil
-Tiffany & Miles Pondelik
Questions about giving or the project? Contact Keith Kerber: 602-991-6424 ext. 165, keithk@vpc.church
VPC News
Congratulations to Shanika and Phillip Voris on the birth of their daughter, Aria Sophia.
Sympathy
Our church family extends its Christian sympathy to the family and friends of William Evans, Linda Joe Thompson, and to Ruth Lockwood on the loss of her mother, Mary Furner.
Volume 2 Devotionals available Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS
Community Wednesdays What are you doing this Wednesday?
vpc.church/oasis You are invited to celebrate the ordination & installation of to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament
VPC FINANCIAL SUMMARY: Year-to-date as of August 31, 2018
Income $1,445,980 Expenses $1,425,320 For a more detailed update, check out the latest edition of the Valley Vine, online: vpc.church/vine or contact Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 112
Prayer Chain
New Baby
Who or what do you honor? How can others tell?
Travis Kingma
For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163 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.
week of September 16, 2018
vpc.church/anewheart
VPC's Mental Health Ministry
Heart & Blood Pressure Screening Thursday, October 18, 1-7PM Room 409, Appointment required David Turner: davidt@vpc.church
Valley Presbyterian Church
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
Today, 3PM, Sanctuary Reception to follow
A New Way
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2018 VPC Men’s Retreat
Friday-Sunday, September 21-23 UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ, Cost: $135 Speaker: Rev. Jimmy Farley Sign up: vpc.church/men