Class Spotlight: Open to all
What is Religious Liberty in America? Instructor: Dr. Donald T. Critchlow Director of the Center for Political Thought and Leadership at ASU Tuesday, March 28, 11AM, Room 411 This is the third in a four-part series entitled “What is the Role of Christians in American Public Life?” led by ASU professors.
Care & Support
RightNow media relaunch
Have you had a chance to use RightNow media yet? If not, email Kelsey for an invite! Over 10,000 videos and Bible studies for kids and adults are completely free. Email Kelsey Woodruff: kelseyw@vpc.church Access to this great resource is provided to you by VPC.
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures: Robert Bard, Elaine Bracken, Ginger Bunker (Jody Hass’ mother), Pat Ciccone, Bob Combs, Debbie Cox, Audrey Davis, Helen Farmin, Maribel Hale, David Horton, Barbara Jewett, Ann Kolar, Carole Marr, Jill Kirk-McGregor, Carl Lauer, Nancy Miller, Ruth Rehfeldt, Charlotte Reynolds (Debbie Cox’ great-niece), Margaret Wheeler Please pray for those at home or in a care facility: Helen Adams, Don & Jean Akins, Carolyn Bathurst, Bunny Beall, Kathryn Bennett, John Berta, Joyce Black, Charles Buckley, Dick & Dottie Cober, Gladys Conroy, Mary Corbin, Jane Corley, Bonnie Domaz, Lorraine Fercho, Charlotte Fox, George Freiburghaus, Donna Gardner, Luella Gross, Carol Hanson, Joan Herman, Jean Hiser, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Jo Ann Jones, Claire Kooi, Helen Lawlus, Jim Lorenz, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Todd (Helen) Orme, Judy Owens, Barbara Patterson, Charlotte Phillips, Marie Pishny, Martha Sarchett, Mary Shrake, Ruthe Small, Mary Strasser, Edna Thomas, Ellie Vandenburgh, Jane White, Lorraine 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 Ann Cherny, and Ken Hanson. Divorce Recovery Mondays through April 3, 5:30-6:45PM, Chapel Parlor, $20 Pastor David Turner: davidt@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 121 Facilitator: Anna Kohls, Licensed Assoc. Marriage & Family Therapist Registration is required: vpc.church/divorce-recovery-registration
Food for those in need locally
FOCUS
week of March 26, 2017 valley presbyterian church
ICM Food Drive Bags available today on the patio Return full bags next Sunday, April 9 ICM Food & Clothing Bank meets the basic needs of up to 150 families every day, six days a week. Please take a bag with you when you leave today and return it full on April 9. Chris Woodard: chrisw@vpc.church
VPC News
During the next Sermon Series we’ll address a question submitted by you, the VPC community, each week. We hope you’ll join us on Sunday mornings, and we hope you’ll participate by submitting a question! Email questions to: davidj@vpc.church Or online: vpc.church/questions
VPC Master Plan Interactive Exhibit Today, outside all worship centers
Lenten/Easter Devotional available
Take 10 minutes and check out the VPC Master Plan interactive exhibit! On it you'll find results of the recent Master Plan survey, interesting facts about the VPC campus, and an opportunity to indicate which areas of campus you love and use most. During the week the exhibit is typically found in the Courtyard.
Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS:
INQUIRER CLASS
Welcome Brianne Bergfeldt, VPC's new Nursery Coordinator
Brianne has been attending VPC for over six years, and, along with her husband Mike, have been members for five years. Both have served as Deacons for the past three years and during that time fell in love with the VPC community. A mother of two, she understands the need for someone who recognizes the love and attention needed for our little ones, and is excited to fill that role as VPC's Nursery Coordinator. Brianne looks forward to continuing the wonderful work within our Children's Ministry to help our children build a foundation in Christ.
Thank you Brandon Fox!
VPC's Buildings and Grounds Manager, Brandon Fox, has accepted an exciting new position in Vancouver, Washington, and will be leaving our staff team. We are extremely grateful for the time and energy Brandon put in during his time as a part of the staff, and wish him well as he transitions to life in the rainy Pacific Northwest. May God continue to richly bless your family in this next season of your life, Brandon!
Visit the new Session page on the website! Read bios and see photos of the Session team.
vpc.church/session
Congregational Care & Fellowship offers Grief Support
Wednesdays through April 5, 1PM, Room 414 Facilitators: Karen Annis & Bill Gass Tammy Milne: tammym@vpc.church, 480-991-6424 ext. 163 Registration: encoreuniv.org The class is open to the public as well as our VPC community. Each session is a combination of video presentation and sharing/discussion time.
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Today 12:30PM,Fireside Room Join VPC's growing community!
Inquirer Class IT'S A PARTY!
Get your ticket on the patio today! Raffles, live & silent auction items, dinner, dancing, and live music. This event is lots of fun for everyone! Join us.
STEP INTO THE FUTURE VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION LEGACY DINNER Friday, March 31, 6PM The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch Tickets: vpc.church/legacydinner
VPC Mental Health Ministry (MHM)
Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 480-699-2982 Save the Date: Behavioral Health Conference Thursday, May 11, 8AM-4PM, St. Patrick's Church, Free VPC's Mental Health Ministry is a sponsor of this event. Contact Elizabeth with questions. NAMI-Family Support Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30PM, St. Patrick Catholic Community, stpatcc.org For more information: vpc.church/mentalhealth or namivalleyofthesun.org Family Support Website: nami.org/Find-Support/Living-with-a-Mental-Health-Condition Mental Health 24-hour Crisis Line: 602-222-9444 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) AZ Teen Lifeline: 602-248-8336, teenlifeline.org Printed resources and information on VPC MHM available in the church library.
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, Kelsey Woodruff
BUNNY BUSINESS
Saturday, April 15 9-10:30AM, Kiva Field