How to help Houston
As a part of the immediate relief effort for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, VPC's Mission Team has donated $1,500 to Samaritan's Purse, a Christian relief organization. If you feel called to support relief efforts in the Gulf Coast area, please consider Samaritan's Purse: samaritanspurse.org/donate. VPC's second phase of assistance will be working with Presbyterian churches in the area to help rebuild their communities.
Hope for healing
Fall Ministry Brochures available!
valley presbyterian church
Ministry Brochure September-December 2017 Get yours today outside each Worship Center or online: vpc.church
VPC Mental Health Team
SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH GriefShare Wednesdays starting October 11 1-3PMPM, Chapel Parlor, Free Facilitators: Karen Annis & Janel Willert Registration: vpc.church/grief David Turner: davidt@vpc.church GriefShare is a 13-week DVD-based program with workbook and discussion time. Recovery doesn’t come from knowledge, but from Christian hope and personal support.
Care & Support
September is Suicide Prevention Month Approximately 43,000 Americans took their own life in 2016. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, someone commits suicide every 12 minutes, 23 seconds. Many families at VPC have been faced with the devastating consequences of suicide, reach out when you can in prayer and friendship to those who are suffering.
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Carol Bedillion, Bobbie Bischoff, Linda Brady, Howard Briggs, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, Sandra Gerlach, Barbara Jewett, Beve Lane, Helen Lawlus, Jim Lawrence, Mary Lorenz, Dee Melde, Kelly Nieto, Ruth Rehfeldt, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Nancy Savoy, Neil Smith, Alberto Solis, Orie Spegal, Nancy Sumner, Ellie Van Denburgh, Hank Wheeler (Margaret's brother), Andrea Winius
Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:
Helen Adams, Don Akins, Carolyn Bathurst, Kathryn Bennett, John Berta, Joyce Black, Charles Buckley, Dick & Dottie Cober, Mary Corbin, Jane Corley, Bonnie Domaz, Lorraine Fercho, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Carol Hanson, Joan Herman, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Jo Ann Jones, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Charlotte Phillips, Martha Sarchett, Ruthe Small, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Jane White For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
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 Nancy Hines, Barbara Patterson, and Will Sayre.
Cooks' Tour-November 3, 2017
Need prayer?
Silent Auction
Carmel Putnam: 602-400-3983, courtrightc@stifel.com Items needed for the Silent Auction include china, crystal, antiques, furniture, gift baskets, tickets to sporting or theater, restaurant certificates, etc.
White Elephant
Donations for Spring Sale Saturday, September 23, 9-11AM Cooks’ Tour Shed Lynetta Norris: ljoynorris@aol.com Donate your old treasures. We are collecting items for the Spring Sale (April 6-7, 2018). Have items you would otherwise donate to Goodwill or Red Cross? Drop them off here instead!
FOCUS
valley presbyterian church week of September 17, 2017
VPC prayer chain We welcome requests confidentially for you or someone else. Please have permission from the individual before placing your request. Church office: 480-991-6424 prayers@vpc.church
VPC News
NEW SERMON SERIES
Valley Vine moving to online-only publication VPC is moving to an online-only publication of the Valley Vine beginning in October. If you are still interested in receiving a printed and mailed version of the Valley Vine, contact Katrina Carney at katrinac@vpc.church or 480-991-6424 ext. 118.
Devotional available in all worship centers
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
VPC finances year-to-date as of August 31, 2017 Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church
Actual $
Income
Budget $
Variance $
Faith Giving Other Income Total Income
1,182,318 244,046 1,426,364
1,118,800 267,865 1,386,665
63,518 -23,819 39,699
Expense Pastoral Ministry Admin & Facility Mission, Outreach, Cong. Care Christian Education Encore Worship & Music Total Expense
319,027 684,203 115,392 163,268 57,424 118,571 1,457,885
312,925 696,017 122,588 168,915 79,921 128,453 1,508,819
-6,102 11,814 7,196 5,647 22,497 9,882 50,934
Net Income less Expense
-31,521
-122,154
90,633
ENCORE UNIVERSITY FALL TERM
Classes begin Tuesday, October 10
MOUNTAINS & VALLEYS
Visit VPC Session page!
Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
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
2017 MEN'S RETREAT
September 29-October 1 UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ
As a part of the immediate relief effort for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, VPC's Mission Team has donated $1,500 to Samaritan's Purse, a Christian relief organization. If you feel called to support relief efforts in the Gulf Coast area, please consider Samaritan's Purse: samaritanspurse.org/donate. VPC's second phase of assistance will be working with Presbyterian churches in the area to help rebuild their communities.
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 No Sunday School today Family Worship The Gathering: Jr. & Sr. High 9AM, Landes Basement If your kids stay in worship, check out the worship activity cart in each worship center.
Adventures in Lifelong Learning™
Who We Are: Men, what's your story? 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.
MOUNTAINS & VALLEYS 2017 MEN'S RETREAT
September 29-October 1 UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ
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
Divorce Recovery
As a busy corporate guy, a father, a husband, and occasional athlete, I rarely take time to slow down. The secular world tells men that we should “go big or go home” and taking a break is not an option. That's nonsense, and it's not healthy. I would like to invite all men at VPC to do just that-take a break, and join us at this year's Men's Retreat. I have had the privilege of attending the last three of these events, and am always amazed how God brings together a diverse group of guys for fellowship, worship, and a chance to re-focus on our walk with Christ. The experience of sharing our faith has opened my eyes to what I have in common with other guys. I always leave with a new perspective, a sense of renewal, and most of all, a connection with my brothers. Join us-you won’t regret it! -Eric
Mothers of Preschoolers!
MOUNTAINS & VALLEYS
The road to a new beginning has opened. Back to School Kickoff October 3, 5:30-7:30PM Sanctuary Patio, Free, no RSVP required Enjoy live music, free food, and art. See what's new at Encore this year! Class registration will be available. Fall Term Classes Begin October 10 Register online: encoreuniv.org Mike Nieto: miken@vpc.church Shelby Trimaloff: shelbyt@vpc.church
EXPLORERS is back!
K-5th Grade EXPLORERS! Tuesdays, 4-5PM (doors open at 3:45PM) vpc.church/explorers Sign up today! EXPLORERS! provides children with a safe and fun environment to learn about the world in creative ways. Music and theater are large components of each week; no experience is necessary.
Mondays starting September 25 5:30-6:45PM, Chapel Parlor, $20 Facilitator: Anna Kohl, Licensed Assoc. Marriage & Family Therapist Registration: vpc.church/divorcerecovery Seven-week program designed for anyone at any stage of the divorce process. Open to everyone. Are you or someone you know ready to take the next step in their journey? Questions? Contact Pastor David Turner, 480-991-6424 ext. 121.
Not too late to join!
THE REFORMATION The Reformation & Marriage Course Wednesdays through October 11 6:30-7:30PM Registration: vpc.church/classes Childcare available by reservation: nursery@vpc.church
There's still time to start coming to either of these great classes. All are welcome!
What is your story?
Friday, September 22, 9AM Landes Center Register today: vpc.church/MOPS Molly Livak: mollyl@vpc.church MOPS @ VPC is an open, accepting place for all mothers to experience authentic community, personal growth, practical help, and spiritual hope. *Childcare (0-5): nursery@vpc.church
Parent & Student Small Group
Mountains & Valleys: 2017 Men’s Retreat Featuring Ted Taylor Director of Family Promise of Greater Phx September 29-October 1 UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ, Cost: $125/$135 Register online: vpc.church/men One aspect of the discipleship process is knowing your story and understanding how it fits into God’s world. Join us as we discover and rediscover our stories.
Presbyterian Women
Student & Parent Small Group Sundays Starting September 17, 9-10AM Facilitators: Mike & Kelly Nieto, Joseph Parisi
PW Luncheon & Speaker September 27, 11:30AM Landes Center, Cost: $10 RSVP: 480-991-6424 by September 22
Enjoy the Questions sermon series? Keep asking in The Alpha Course. Parents and students will learn and discuss important questions in a pressure-free environment.
Enjoy lunch and inspiring speaker, Michelle Lopez, Crisis Intervention Specialist Scottsdale Police Dept., Domestic Violence.
Joseph: josephp@vpc.church
Wandie Hulick, Moderator wild4uofa@aol.com
Calendar of Events Sunday, September 17 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.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship Take-It-Home- Read your Bible (3rd grade) 70s+ Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Youth Room Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Room 415-416 Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM
Monday, September 18 Jumpbunch (ages 3-5)
Landes Center
2:15PM
Tuesday, September 19 Cooks' Tour Crafters Bridge & Mah Jongg Stroller Fitness Class B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Jumpbunch Mini (age 2) Explorers! Pickleball All Deacon Meeting Boy Scout Troop 441
Calvin Center Fireside Room Landes Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Landes Center Calvin Center Landes Center Room 415-416 Landes Center
9AM 9AM 9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 12:10PM 4PM 4:30PM 6PM 7PM
Wednesday, September 20 Valley Day School Chapel Sportball Valley Ringers Rehearsal The Marriage Course Youth Choir Grief Support The Reformation Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Chapel Landes Center Bell Room Fireside Room Choir Room Chapel Parlor Calvin Center Choir Room
11:15AM 2PM 5:30PM 6PM 6:15PM 6:30PM 6:30PM 7:30PM
Thursday, September 21 Men’s Basketball Stroller Fitness Class Lay Hospital Chaplain Meeting Kids in the Kitchen Martial Arts Pickleball
Landes Center Landes Center Chapel Conf. Room Fireside Kitchen Calvin Center Landes Center
6:30AM 9AM 10AM 2PM 4:30PM 4:30PM
Friday, September 22 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Line Dance Tumble Masters (age 2-3) Tumble Masters (age 3-5) Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Basement Room 409 Room 409 Landes Center
9AM 10AM 12:15PM 2:15PM 7:30PM
Saturday, September 23 White Elephant Drop-off NAMI Family 2 Family
Cooks' Tour Shed Calvin Center
9AM 10AM
Sunday, September 24 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.) 50s-60s Community Group Worship 70s+ Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Youth Room Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM