FOCUS
At-Home Communion
At-Home Visitation Communion Sunday, October 7, 12:15-3:30PM Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church If you're interested in serving, we provide lunch and training before leaving. We serve communion three times per year (January, April, and October) to our AtHome friends of VPC. If you would like more information on this rewarding ministry, please contact Tammy.
Women's Bible Study: She's Got Issues by Nicole Unice Friday, September 28, 9-10:30AM Room 415/416 Sign up online: vpc.church/women
There are many reasons to support A New Heart for the Valley. Hear VPC members explain why in their own words. What excites you about A New Heart for the Valley? JIM: VPC is a significant part of my life. I think by bringing the two large worship services into the same building, we’ll enhance the interaction. When the two services are at opposite ends you have churches within a church and you’re not seeing a lot of the other members on Sunday. Creating a heart for the campus, a focal point for all the generations, families and individuals, children and youth….to get everybody back in the same general area will certainly enhance the interaction and community.
It's not too late to sign up for this great study. Women of all ages, explore God’s Word in a small group setting. We provide a light breakfast, fellowship, teaching, discussion, and prayer. Bring a friend!
You are not alone. 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
Care & Support 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, Larry McGregor, 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, Heather Kirk, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Dee Melde, John Mueller, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Martha Sarchett, Tom Simpson, Mary Strasser, Bette & DiAnne Vyskocil For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
week of September 23, 2018
vpc.church/anewheart
VPC's Mental Health Ministry
GriefShare® Wednesdays,1-2:30PM, Chapel Parlor Facilitator: Barbara Mardian A 13-week program. Recovery comes from Christian hope, personal support, and emotional release. Grief Support Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15PM, Chapel Parlor Facilitator: Shirley Polk, MSN, LPC Provides support for suicide, drug overdose, death of a child, family-member alienation, divorce, and loss of a spouse. Registration: vpc.church/care
Valley Presbyterian Church
This week, as you spend time in prayer, how will you help God's kingdom come and in what ways do you need to ask God for His will to be done?
Volume 3 Devotionals available
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KATHY: I’ve been a member of the choir for the last six years. I really feel the music is a big part of worship- no matter what service you’re in. I think the ability to be able to share the Sanctuary for choir or band, along with the other changes, is going to be wonderful from a worship experience and from a music performance perspective. Why have you chosen to support A New Heart for the Valley? KATHY: I support A New heart for the Valley because I feel that it will further the growth in our church and also leave a legacy for VPC. JIM: For me, largely it’s because I’m trusting the leadership of the church who themselves, have strongly supported the campaign. I am excited that we’re remodeling the sanctuary to be able to support both types of worship and many other things such as concerts and events. And I believe that it’s also an investment in my future. Read more testimonies or make your own gift/pledge of support: vpc.church/anewheart. Pledge commitments can be paid over three years. Making your pledge by September 30 will help our Session plan the scope and budget of the initial construction. Pledges can be made online, mailed to the office, placed in the offering plates, or call Kris Bahr at 480-991-6424 ext. 112.
VPC News
Community Wednesdays What are you doing this Wednesday?
vpc.church/oasis
Daytime Classes vpc.church/classes
Starting Tuesday, September 25
VPC FINANCIAL SUMMARY: Year-to-date as of August 31, 2018
Get more details at vpc.church/classes
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
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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.
6947 East McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424 vpc.church Pastors: David M. Joynt, David L. Turner, Kelly Nieto, Mike Nieto
Women's Bible Study
Starts Friday, September 28, 9-10:30AM, Room 415/416 Sign up online: vpc.church/women
Welcome to VPC New to VPC?
VPC is grateful to everyone who has pledged or given to A New Heart for the Valley! The list below reflects a group that has come together to support where God is leading our church.But we're not done! If you haven't had a chance to support A New Heart for the Valley, please do so by September 30. Robert & Ferial Aldag Beth Allen Tom & Lyn Ambrose Judy Anderson Sharon Arendt Gustavo Armendariz Jim & Kathy Arner Mary & Cameron Artigue Katie Bailey Janice Bell Bill & Becky Bennett Mike & Brianne Bergfeldt Pam Betz The Bitticks Family Sara Bollman George & Carolyn Bosworth Phil & Angela Bowers Rick & Sarah Brammer Linda May Bucher Mike & Katrina Carney Darren & Ashley Case Jim Chamberlain Susan Chappell Trey & Shannon Chappell Bob & Martie Combs Beverly Cooper Amanda & David Crisalli Hutch & Jo Davis Aaron & Jennifer Dean Mark & Tish Delahanty Nicholas Diggs Carol Dillon David & Carol Eaton Doug & Kelly Eaton George & Beverly Ebersole Suellen & Gary Edens Jane & Geoffrey Edmunds The Ek Family Fassett Family Richard Fawley Frederick & Janet Fetters Margaret Few Joan & Mike Fisher Ron Florance Glenn & Kathleen Forcucci Mr. & Mrs. Scott Day Freeman Mark & Suzanne Fullerton Ann Funk Jim & Gloria Gabler Martha Geloneck Scot & Laurie Gilbreath Todd & Tina Gilbreath Ellen A. Gildersleeve Daniel & Sandra Gonzales Janet Green Stephen & Stephanie Greer Caro C. Gregg The Groen Family Allen & Bunny Hall Graeme & Carla Hancock Wyn & Karen Harrison
Robert & Jody Hass Ruth Heath John & Betty Heenan Anne Hein Kris & Hanna Henderson Russ & Bonnie Henzel Dean & Margaret Herman Robert Herman Tom & Lou Ann Hillman Ronald W. Hilton Millie Homan Mary F. & David Horton Mack & Kathie Howard Nancy Husband Ward & Susie Huseth David & Michele Ingram Chip Jackson Millie Jacoby, in Memory of Jene Daniel & Elizabeth Jessup Barbara & Woody Johnson Anne, David & Julia Joynt Bob & Janet Kec Bill & Kay Keck Sam & Edie Kelsall IV Keith & Laurena Ketzel-Kerber Kent & Beth Kochheiser Kirby & Donna Kongable Clare Kooi Charles Kurz II Arlene Kyl Jon & Caryll Kyl Tom & Jan Lathrop Carl Lauer Jim & Carlene Lawrence John Lee Steve & Victoria Lindley Larry Linkin The Livak Family Dick & Ruth Lockwood Jim & Mary Lorenz Bill & Jan Loscher Mark Love Edd & Darrah MacDougall David & Charmayne MacIntyre Kent & Beth MacLennan Jim & Barbara Mardian & family Barbara McCreary Cynthia McCrory Ronald & Carolyn McElhaney Penne & Bill McKee David E. McKelvey Jane McNeil Betty P. Meyer Jim & Karen Meyer Bill & Linda Miller Allen & Elizabeth Mills David & Anne Molinaro Gloria Murison Nancy Murley Mike & Judy Muth Dorothy Nern
Jeanine & Mark Nesvig Brent Nichols Paul & Joan Nykamp The Opila Family Debbie Ornburn Aaron & Ellen Parrott Webb & Betty Perryman Miles & Tiffany Pondelik Randall & Brooke Porter John & Judy Preston Terry & Christine Reeves Jan & Chuch Riedel Joyce Robbins Carol Ann Rose Jane Russell Jerry & Debbie Sayre Stephan & Maggie Sciacca Robert Selby Marge Sellers David & Cheryl Ann Shaff Shamrock Foods Foundation David Shepherd Chuck & Susan Shields Dorothy Simpson Mary Jean Starkweather Al & Marcine Straatmeyer John G. & Carolyn W. Stuart Bill & Sandra Sturgeon Kiki & Don Swanson Vicki & David Tatum Carolee A. Thomas Randy & Sally Thomas Terry Thomas Tom & Ethel Tompkins Beverly & Randall Tozer Julie Lee Tribbey & David Glenn Huggins David & Stacy Turner Scott & Leslie Turner Polly & Bob Turpin Curtis & Paula Ullman Jim & Candy Unruh John Valiante Valley Presbyterian Foundation Dick & Barbara Van Arsdale Tom & Kathy Van Arsdale Gary & Nancy Vessell Chris & Ann Visser Karl & Mina Voldeng John & Debbie Voris Michael & Laura Vreeland Myrna Walker Elizabeth & Kevin Weiss Anthony & Kristen Will Kris Gibney Williams Chris Woodard & Brianna Maxwell Lamont & Charlene Yoder Ryan & Julia Yoder 38 anonymous pledges
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 through high school: Nursery: Infants-2 years 8:45-11:45AM Sunday School: 3 years-5th grade 9:15-10:15 & 10:45-11:45AM Student Gathering: Middle & High School 9AM, Landes Basement If your kids stay in worship, check out the worship activity cart in each worship center.
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
Daytime Classes vpc.church/classes
Starting Tuesday, September 25, VPC is offering a wide variety of classes open to anyone! Learn more about some of these opportunies below, and get more details for every daytime class at vpc.church/classes.
Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-11AM, Room 412 Cost: $70 Paid to Instructor Cathy Baldwin In this beginner-level course, students will learn to speak Spanish in full sentences plus learn phrases and vocabulary for traveling and ordering food in a restaurant.
Tuesday & Thursday, 11:15AM-12:15PM, Room 415/416 Cost: $69 Paid to Instructor Rev. Deanne Hodgson Classes are designed to meet the needs of the individual plus improved and beneficial awareness of both balance and posture.
Wednesday Room 415/416, FREE Instructor: Art Humble Learn how Vladimir Putin, the Oligarchs, and the Russian State were shaped by History, Geography, and Economics. What was behind Russia’s conflicts in Ukraine, Crimea, Georgia, and Syria?
Wednesday, 11-11:50AM, Room 409, FREE, Instructor: Rev. Kelly Nieto The book of Judges tells the story of strange moments and strange stories for these strangers (Israelites) in a strange land. How do these moments speak to us today? Join us as we study the book of Judges to find out.
Calendar of Events
Sunday, September 23 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Student Gathering (Middle & High School) Kaleidoscope Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Boomers Community Group Sages Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade)
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Landes Center Fireside Room Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Rooms 404-417
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 10:45AM
Calvin Center Fireside Room Chapel Parlor Room 412 Landes Center Room 415-416 Chapel Room 412 Landes Center Calvin Center Room 409 Landes Center
9AM 9AM 9:30AM 9:30AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 11:15AM 1PM 4:30PM 6PM 6PM 7PM
Monday, September 24 Tuesday, September 25 Cooks' Tour Crafters Bridge & Mah Jongg B.O.Y.S. Club Speed Spanish 1 Stroller Strides Fitness for Moms Tai Chi Balance & Stress Valley Day School Chapel Spanish Intermediate 1 Pickleball Putin & Russia Session Boy Scout Troop 441
Wednesday, September 26 Putin & Russia Room 415-416 Strange Stories, The Book of Judges Room 409 Valley Day School Chapel Chapel Presbyterian Women Luncheon Landes Center Grief Share Chapel Parlor Saving Memorable Moments Room 414 Oasis Childcare (0-5 y.o.) Nursery Oasis Kids! (K-5th grade) Calvin Center Oasis Student Midweek (Middle School) Landes Center The Alpha Course Room 415/416 The Marriage Course Crossing 104 Women's Holy Yoga Room 409 Discerning Your Spiritual DNA with Tim Smith Chapel 20s-30s Community Group Bible Study Room 417 & 419 Grief Support Chapel Parlor Oasis Student Midweek (High School) Landes Center Chancel Choir Rehearsal Choir Room
9:30AM 11AM 11:15AM 11:30AM 1PM 2PM 5:30PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6:15PM 7:30PM 7:30PM
Thursday, September 27 Men's Basketball Stroller Strides Fitness for Moms Speed Spanish 1 Stephen Ministry Meeting Tai Chi Balance & Stress Spanish Intermediate 1 Pickleball
Landes Center Landes Center Room 412 Calvin Center Room 415-416 Room 412 Landes Center
6:30AM 9:30AM 9:30AM 10AM 11:15AM 1PM 4:30PM
Friday, September 28 Women's Bible Study Line Dance Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Basement Landes Center
9AM 10AM 7:30PM
Saturday, September 29 NAMI Basics Memorial-Bill Evans
Room 409 Sanctuary
8:30AM 11AM
Sunday, September 30 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Student Gathering (Middle & High School) Kaleidoscope Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Sages Community Group Bible Study Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Family Workshop-How to Study the Bible Boomers Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade)
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Calvin Center Nursery Landes Center Room 415-416 Fireside Room Rooms 404-417
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM