FOCUS
Presbyterian Women
Alzheimer's Support Group 2 & 4th Wednesdays Starting September 25 10-11:30AM, Chapel Room 602 Facilitators: Craig & Hope Boutte nd
Do you feel overwhelmed caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s and would love to meet others on the same journey? This support group brings people together and provides an opportunity to share experiences, hopes, and frustrations in a safe setting. Find encouragement and insight from others who are walking alongside a loved one with Alzheimer’s.
PW Luncheon Wednesday, September 25 Landes Center, 11:30AM, Cost $10 RSVP: Church Office or Ruth Brannan 480-945-6802 by Friday, September 20 Speaker: Art Humble, Adventures in Russia Art has traveled to Russia nineteen times and done research about the country and its leaders. He will discuss hacking by Russian government. How does it happen? Could they interfere with an election? Come and enjoy lunch with friends and hear Art’s fascinating stories of Russia.
MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRY
You are not alone. vpc.church/mentalhealth
safeTALK: Suicide Alertness for Everyone Wednesday, September 18, 8AM-12PM Vista del Camino Community Center, Yaqui Room, Limited to 30, Light breakfast Register: vpc.church/care
Presbyterian Investment and Loan Program Bridge Loan Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church
At the August 27, 2019 Session meeting, Elders moved to accept the bridge loan offered by the Presbyterian Investment and Loan Program (ILP) to be used as needed to pay costs associated with the A New Heart for the Valley Sanctuary, plaza and Education Building renovation. Maximum loan amount is $5,000,000 with a blended interest rate of 4.188%. The current amount pledged for the capital campaign is $10.3 million, with additional fundraising in process for the balance. We are blessed to have almost 2/3 of those funds already paid in full. However, as the pledge period covers three years, and costs associated with the renovation will need to be paid before all pledges have been fulfilled, a bridge loan will ensure access to cash when needed. As pledges are paid, they in turn will be used to pay down the loan. The ILP is a nonprofit corporation of the PC(USA) created to provide low-cost loans to congregations and related PC(USA) entities. In addition to the low interest rate charged, there are no origination fees, points or prepayment penalties. A portion of the interest paid on our loan will fund other loans to PC(USA) churches – helping them to expand, renovate or reshape their ministry. If you would like more information on the benefits of investing your personal assets with the ILP – from competitive interest rates, low minimum investment, and support of your borrowing church, please contact Kris Bahr. • • • • •
Footings are being installed for the south courtyard walls. Stucco above the south sliding glass doors received its finish coat. Patching of the stone is ongoing. Fire lines have been installed in the foyer. Roofing work is ongoing.
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Be aware of email scams appearing to come from VPC Staff
Please pray for those at home or in a care facility:
Carolyn Bathurst, Kathryn Bennett, Joyce Black, Charles Buckley, Bonnie Domaz, Roger Fercho, Donna Gardner, Corenthel Green, Ginny Groom, Luella Gross, Sara Hammond, Louella Hermanson, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Sue Larson, Jim & Mary Lorenz, Carolyn McElhaney, Dee Melde, John Mueller, Dorothy Nern, Janet Nielsen, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Judy Owens, Roy States, Mary Strasser, Bette Vyskocil, Helen Wolfe For more information about those in our community, call Tammy: 480-991-6424 x163
Sympathy
Our church family extends its Christian sympathy to the family and friends of Helen Farmin.
Prayer Chain: 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.
DEVOTIONALS AVAILABLE IN WORSHIP CENTERS.
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Take a peek inside the Sanctuary!
VPC Construction Updates!
If you have any questions about Sanctuary construction, please contact Ed Glady: edward.glady@sandersparks.com, 602-738-8009 or Kris Williams: kgwilliams123@cox.net, 602-619-6578
Sharon Arendt, Herb Blinn, Tom Clark, Debbi Courtright, Sandra Gerlach, Rick Glady, John Hale, Elizabeth Jessup, Jo Ann Jones, Ann Kolar, Jim Lawrence, Carole Marr, Jan McKenzie, Lara Robinson, Nancy Savoy, Judy Schumacher, Nancy Sumner, Bob Turpin, Bob Rufenacht, Jim Unruh, Ellie Van Denburgh, Andrea Winius
week of September 15, 2019
Update
safeTALK is a suicide prevention training that prepares anyone over the age of 15 to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognize these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving resources, such as caregivers trained in ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).
Care & Support
Valley Presbyterian Church
Look inside the Sanctuary during construction! Today, 8:15-8:45AM, 10-10:45AM, 11:45AM-12:15PM Meet outside the Sanctuary
VPC News
Several members of the congregation and staff have recently received emails claiming to come from Pastor David Joynt and others. Please take a second look at any emails from VPC that look or sound peculiar. Remember: • Emails from VPC Staff & Pastors ALWAYS end in '@vpc.church' • VPC Staff & Pastors will never directly solicit for gift cards or other items to be sent somewhere else (authentic emails may ask for donations that are brought to VPC) • Be wary of emails asking for personal information that VPC already has (via SimpleChurch or other registrations) If you have any questions, ask first! Feel free to email Kris Bahr: krisb@vpc.church.
UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ Guest Speaker: Rev. Tom Parker Registration: vpc.church/men
#thestruggleisreal
Valley Presbyterian Church 6947 East McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, 480-991-6424 vpc.church Pastors: David M. Joynt, David L. Turner, Travis Kingma
Connecting & Communicating with Your Kids Facilitator: Larry Kerby, author of Parenting Rocks! Wednesday, October 2, 6-7:30PM, Room 409
Belong
VPC is a place where you can
We're glad you are here today! 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. New to VPC? Welcome! We want to know what VPC can do for you. First Step Cards are available in all worship centers. Feel free to fill it out, drop it in an offering tray, or give it to a volunteer at the Welcome Center. Want to join our growing community? You can join today! If this is your first time at VPC or you've been coming for months and are moved to join our church, a Pastor and a church leader will be available after worship to talk and pray with you. If you’re here with kids, We have several fun and safe opportunities for kids: Nursery: Sunday School: If your kids stay in worship, check (Infants-2 years) 3 years-5th grade out the worship activity cart in 8:45-11:45AM 9:15-10 & 11-11:45AM each worship center.
Childcare is offered wherever you see an asterisk: * Questions? Email Brianne Bergfeldt: nursery@vpc.church
Take a peek inside the Sanctuary!
Get a chance to look inside the Sanctuary during construction! Today and September 29, 8:15-8:45AM, 10-10:45AM, 11:45AM-12:15PM Meet outside the Sanctuary Take the opportunity to look inside the building! Chat with members of the Building Committee and staff from Porter Construction.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or email any VPC Pastor.
You are not alone. September is National Suicide Prevention Month The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention invites faith communities across the nation to pray for those whose lives have been touched by suicide. Please pray for those who are hurting from loss or struggling with thoughts of suicide or hopelessness. This month is a time to share resources and stories to shed light on this highly taboo and stigmatized topic. This month we reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness, and connect individuals with suicidal ideation to treatment services. If you or a loved one has been affected by a mental illness, we would love to have you join our ministry. Feel free to email Elizabeth Weiss, esweiss1231@gmail.com. Every day, we lose many lives to suicide, and many more are profoundly impacted by their deaths. We acknowledge all who experience the challenges of suicidal ideation, and those who have lost loved ones through suicide. -International Association for Suicide Prevention
#thestruggleisreal
Men's Monthly Breakfast #thestruggleisreal: Connecting & Communicating with Your Kids Facilitator: Larry Kerby Wednesday, October 2, 6-7:30PM, Room 409 Join Larry Kerby for a class on choosing, setting, and enforcing healthy boundaries. Even if you've taken a class taught by Larry before, this will be a valuable time to take a step back to be encouraged and challenged. Open to parents with kids of any age.
Third Tuesday of the Month Breakfast September 17, 6:30AM, Fireside Room RSVP by Sunday prior, vpc.church/men All men are invited to join together the third Tuesday of the month for breakfast at VPC. We will hear testimonies from each other and will focus in on our topic for the month. This is a great time to connect with other men.
Sip & Social Justice Stronger Together: 2019 Men’s Retreat Friday, September 27-Sunday, September 29, UCYC Camp, Prescott, AZ Registration: vpc.church/men Cost: $150 Guest Speaker: Rev. Tom Parker You’ll be blessed with great fellowship, surrounded in the spirit of worship led by Adam Lavaza, provided teachings with Reverend Tom Parker as well as various other fun and engaging activities built to help you grow stronger in your relationship with Jesus and one another. We look forward to seeing you there! Scholarships are available.
Sip & Social Justice: Assisting Asylum Seekers in the Valley
October 17, 6:30-8:30PM, Twisted Grove Parlor + Bar (8220 North Hayden Road) Cost: $25 (includes dinner), Register online vpc.church/women Guest speaker: Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest Our speaker will talk to us about refugee & immigration services, including LSSoS’ efforts to assist asylum seekers in the Valley and how you can help. This is an incredible event for any woman who feels convicted to help those without a voice in our community. LSSoS also has collection needs, check the website for how you can help!
Calendar of Events Sunday, September 15 Worship Chancel Choir Rehearsal Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Kaleidoscope Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Sunday School Volunteer Makeup Training Boomer Community Group Potluck Sages Community Group Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade)
Chapel Room 419 Nursery Landes Center Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Crossing 101 Room 415-416 Calvin Center Nursery Landes Center Rooms 404-417
8AM 8:30AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11AM
Monday, September 16 Valley Day School (VDS) Stephen Ministry Leader Meeting
Day School Rooms Crossing 101
9AM 10AM
Tuesday, September 17 Men's Breakfast Valley Day School (VDS) Cooks' Tour Crafters Bridge & Mah Jongg Valley Day School (VDS) Chapel Pickleball All Deacon Prayer Time Boy Scout Troop 441
Fireside Room Day School Rooms Calvin Center Fireside Room Chapel Landes Center Chapel Landes Center
6:30PM 9AM 9AM 9AM 10:30AM 4:30PM 7PM 7PM
Wednesday, September 18 Valley Day School (VDS) Valley Day School (VDS) Chapel Oasis Food Truck Oasis Childcare (0-5 y.o.) Oasis Kids! (K-5th grade) Oasis Middle School Midweek Mere Christianity -C.S. Lewis Study Top 10 Things to Know About the Bible Women's Holy Yoga Chancel Choir Rehearsal Oasis High School Midweek
Day School Rooms Chapel Fountain Patio Nursery Room 415-416 Landes Basement Calvin Center Chapel Youth Room 512 Room 419 Landes Basement
9AM 10:30AM 5:15PM 5:30PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 7:30PM 7:30PM
Thursday, September 19 Men's Basketball Valley Day School (VDS) Lay Hospital Chaplains Meeting Grief Class-Beyond the Broken Heart Martial Arts Pickleball
Landes Center Day School Rooms Chapel Conf. Room Chapel Parlor Calvin Center Landes Center
7:30AM 9AM 9AM 10AM 4:30PM 4:30PM
Friday, September 20 Valley Day School (VDS) MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Alcoholics Anonymous
Day School Rooms Room 415-416 Landes Center
9AM 9:30AM 7:30PM
Saturday, September 21 Cooks' Tour Silent Auction Drop Off
Back Landes Center 8AM
Sunday, September 22 Worship Chancel Choir Rehearsal Look Inside the Sanctuary Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Kaleidoscope Community Group Family Workshop: 3rd grade-Reading Your Bible Middle School Gathering Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Boomer Community Group Sages Community Group Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) High School Lunch Bunch
Chapel Room 419 Outside Sanctuary Nursery Landes Center Room 409 Room 417 Youth Room Rooms 404-417 Room 415-416 Calvin Center Nursery Landes Center Rooms 404-417 Youth Room
8AM 8:30AM 8:15, 10, 11:45AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 11AM 11:30AM