Presbyterian Women
Fall Ministry Brochures available!
Cooks' Tour-November 3, 2017
Need prayer?
Learn more: vpc.church/cooks
Kitchen Treasures
Presbytery of the Grand Canyon: PW Fall Gathering Saturday, September 30, 8:30AM Wandie Hulick, wild4uofa@aol.com Registration: pbygrandcanyon.org Deadline September 27, $10 (Lunch included) Worship, workshops and special speaker, Phares Nyaga Mithamo, Director of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa’s Eastleigh Community Center, Nairobi, Kenya. The center focuses on youth and women within the major slum communities of the city.
Hope for healing
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), Neil Smith, Nancy Sumner, Ellie Van Denburgh, 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 Carmen Stewart, and Hank Wheeler (Margaret and Kotzie's brother).
Item drop off begins October 30 Kathy Arner: kathy.arner@gmail.com Would you be interested in baking for the Kitchen Treasures sale at Cooks' Tour? We're looking for pies, cakes, breads, jams, jellies, candies, etc. We will also gladly take any of your old cookbooks.
Tiffany West
Wonderful Costume Jewelry at Cooks' Tour Drop off at church office marked "Julie." Julie Swanson: 602-377-0949 We're in need of jewelry boxes, trinkets, and costume jewelry. Also, if you have any small-faced black watches, let us know!
FOCUS
valley presbyterian church week of September 24, 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
VPC IS HOSTING EIGHT FAMILIES
October 1-8, volunteer: chrisw@vpc.church
Visit VPC Session page!
Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
ENCORE UNIVERSITY FALL TERM
Classes begin Tuesday, October 10 Register for classes: encoreuniv.org
VPC COMMUNITY WORSHIP
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
Single worship service Sunday, October 22, 9:30AM, Sanctuary
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 Sunday School: 3 years-5th 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.
Family Promise
VPC will be hosting eight families, nightly, October 1-8 Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church Family Promise rescues primarily firsttime homeless families from the streets and provides emergency shelter and basic needs in a 60-day program designed to assist their return to self-sufficiency. Family Promise partners with VPC to provide safe overnight shelter, food, and compassion to families in crisis.
EXPLORERS is back!
Who We Are: Living with Gratitude 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. 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
Adventures in Lifelong Learning™
Back to School Kickoff Tuesday, 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
What is your story?
MOUNTAINS & VALLEYS
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.
2017 Women's Breakfast
Get connected at VPC
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.
At this year's Women's Breakfast our speaker, Rev. Laura Bratton, shared her story of being diagnosed at a young age with a rare disorder that would eventually take her sight. Standing at the podium with her guide dog, Betty, by her side, Laura spoke of a pivotal moment when she called her Sunday School teacher and asked when she would be healed. Her teacher, Martha, said, “I don’t know if or when you will be healed, but I guarantee you that I will be here for you every day as you go through this, and your whole community will surround you with love and support always.” Laura called this her “Martha moment,” when God used her teacher to speak this word of encouragement into her life. God reminded her that His grace and strength are with her, and it is enough. Thank you to all those who attended and to the Women’s Ministry team for all your hard work! -Pastor Kelly Nieto
This Desert Home
Worship Night & CD Release Party Saturday, October 21, 7PM, Chapel Members of the VPC Worship Team have put together an album of original music written by Worship Leader Travis Kingma. Join us for the great night of worship and pick up free music from our own community!
Divorce Recovery
The road to a new beginning has opened. 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. Is someone you know ready to take the next step in their journey? Questions? Contact Pastor David Turner, 480-991-6424 ext. 121.
Let's worship together
VPC Community Worship Single worship service Sunday, October 22, 9:30AM, Sanctuary Lunch to follow, 11AM, Landes Center This fall the VPC worship community will come together again for a single worship service. This will be a great time to connect with others in VPC's church family. Join us for a free lunch afterwards!
Valley Vine moves online!
We just planted a little more color in your inbox.
valley presbyterian church vpc.church Starting in October, the Valley Vine is being delivered to your inbox! • If VPC doesn’t have your email, send it to Katrina: katrinac@vpc.church. • If you don’t have email, don’t worry! We will still mail you a printed version. • If you would rather receive a printed Valley Vine, email Katrina.
Calendar of Events 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 Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Monday, September 25 Jumpbunch (ages 3-5) Divorce Recovery Tuesday, September 26 Cooks' Tour Crafters Bridge & Mah Jongg Stroller Fitness Class B.O.Y.S. Club Valley Day School Chapel Jumpbunch Mini (age 2) Explorers! Pickleball Session Boy Scout Court of Honor Boy Scout Troop 441
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
Landes Center Chapel Parlor
2:15PM 5:30PM
Calvin Center Fireside Room Landes Center Chapel Parlor Chapel Landes Center Calvin Center Landes Center Fireside Room Chapel Landes Center
9AM 9AM 9AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 12:10PM 4PM 4:30PM 6PM 7PM 7PM
Chapel Landes Center Bell Room Fireside Room Choir Room Chapel Parlor Calvin Center Choir Room
11:15AM 11:30AM 5:30PM 6PM 6:15PM 6:30PM 6:30PM 7:30PM
Landes Center Landes Center Calvin Center Fireside Room Fireside Kitchen Calvin Center Landes Center Room 415-416
6:30AM 9AM 11:15AM 1PM 2PM 4:30PM 4:30PM 6:30PM
Room 415-416 Landes Basement Room 409 Room 409 Landes Center
9AM 10AM 12:15PM 2:15PM 7:30PM
Saturday, September 30 PW of the Presbytery Fall Gathering NAMI Family 2 Family
Landes Center Calvin Center
8AM 10AM
Sunday, October 1 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 Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Worship Boy Scout Troop 441
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Youth Room Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Nursery Fireside Room Landes Center Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Chapel Room 409
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10:15AM 10:25AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11:45AM 6PM
Wednesday, September 27 Valley Day School Chapel Presbyterian Women Luncheon Valley Ringers Rehearsal The Marriage Course Youth Choir Grief Support The Reformation Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, September 28 Men’s Basketball Stroller Fitness Class Stephen Ministry Meeting & Luncheon 70+ Community Group Kids in the Kitchen Martial Arts Pickleball Women's Bible Study Friday, September 29 Women's Bible Study Line Dance Tumble Masters (age 2-3) Tumble Masters (age 3-5) Alcoholics Anonymous