FOCUS
Daytime Classes vpc.church/classes
Classes have started. VPC is offering a wide variety of classes open to anyone who is interested. Get more details at vpc.church/classes. Speed Spanish I Putin & Russia Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30-11AM, Room 412, $70 Tuesday, 6-7:30PM, Calvin Center Wednesday, 9:30-10:50AM, Room 415/416 Tai Chi Balance & Stress Prevention FREE (same class offered on two days) Tuesday/Thursday, 11:15AM-12:15PM Instructor: Art Humble Room 415/416, $69 Strange Stories: The Book of Judges Spanish Intermediate I Wednesday, 11-11:50AM, Room 409, FREE Tuesday/Thursday, 1-2:30PM, Room 412, $70 Instructor: Rev. Kelly Nieto Napkin Folding: October 9 Tuesdays, 2:45-4PM, Room 409, FREE Instructor: Bob duPuis
14th Annual NAMI Walk Saturday, October 20, 9:15AM, State Capital Registration 8:30AM, namivalleywalk.org Elizabeth Weiss: esweiss1231@gmail.com, 713-203-5544 Our Mental Health Ministry Team, The North Valley Walkers, would like you to join them to raise support to host education programs, facilitate support groups, offer training, and advocate for services for millions of Americans living with mental illness.
All are welcome! You’re never too young or old to have your heart and blood pressure screened. Representatives from the Anthony Bates Foundation (ABF) will be on campus Sunday, October 7 to make appointments and answer any questions.
Care & Support
Please pray for those recovering from recent medical procedures:
Mimmo Brigandi, Helen Farmin, Brian Fisher, Rick Glady, Gary Green, Phil Green, Barbara Jewett, Jo Ann Jones, 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, Millie Homan, Jeannette Huggins, Evelyn Jenkins, Heather Kirk, Claire Kooi, Jim Lorenz, Dee Melde, John Mueller, Lois Nuernberg, Joyce Newlon, Martha Sarchett, Mary Strasser, Virginia Tatum, Bette & DiAnne Vyskocil 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 Emily Carroll, and to Suzi Provenche on the loss of her mother.
week of September 30, 2018
vpc.church/anewheart There are many reasons to support A New Heart for the Valley. Hear VPC members explain why in their own words. I think what excites us most about the renovation for Valley Presbyterian Church is merging the old with the new. It symbolizes a rebirth of our church but yet recognizes the longstanding traditions that VPC possesses. Additionally, it also signifies the commitment that VPC has to not only our church congregation but the community at large as the new plans definitely will be more engaging and welcoming for our community.
Saving Memorable Moments Wednesday, 2-3:20PM, Room 414, FREE Instructor: Kiki Swanson
Heart & Blood Pressure Screening Thursday, October 18, 1-7PM Room 409, Appointment required David Turner: davidt@vpc.church
Valley Presbyterian Church
We love VPC! We were married here and have raised our two daughters up in the church. They went to the Valley Day School and attended Sunday school. They now are “big kids” and active members in the youth group. We have experienced first hand the love and support of this church at every point in our lives and we are honored to give back to our church to continue this legacy for other families in years/decades to come. ~Kristen and Tony Will Update: More than 225 VPC families and individuals have now pledged more than $8 million to A New Heart for the Valley! We are 80% of the way to our goal. The VPC Session has approved a motion to begin construction on the top three components of the project: the Sanctuary, Fireside Café, and Fellowship Plaza. See the Valley Vine for a more extensive update.
What are our basic needs? What are your current desires? Which do you think about more?
Volume 3 Devotionals available Learn more about these events inside the FOCUS
Daytime Classes vpc.church/classes
Tuesdays-Thurdays
Get more details at vpc.church/classes
Make your pledge of support today in order to ensure that other components of A New Heart for the Valley can be completed all at once. Visit vpc.church/anewheart to see renderings of project components, find out answers to Frequently Asked Questions, or make your pledge. Anonymous? Several people have notified us that they did not see their name included in the list of A New Heart for the Valley donors in the FOCUS last Sunday. If you have made a gift or pledge and did not see your name and did not intend to remain anonymous, please notify Keith Kerber. Questions about giving or the project? Contact Keith Kerber: 602-991-6424 ext. 165, keithk@vpc.church
VPC News
VPC COMMUNITY WORSHIP CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Sunday, October 21, 9:30AM, Sanctuary
Congregational Meeting- Sunday, October 21, 10:30AM Session has called a this meeting to elect Elders, Deacons, and Trustees for the class of 2021.
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
TRUNK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 28, 5-7PM Sign up to host a trunk: vpc.church/children
Welcome to VPC
Who We Are: New look, New stories
New to VPC? We’re glad you’re here! Let us know about you by filling out the Friendship Pad. Visit the Welcome Center after worship to learn more about VPC!
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.
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.
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Valley Vine IN THIS God is at work in the hearts of VPC's men
Get connected at VPC
Serving together
The Valley Vine is emailed the 1st of each month. Physical copies can be mailed or found across campus.
Learning to hear God's call to help those who need it
Want to learn more about what’s going on at VPC?
Have you had a chance to read the Valley Vine? In September the Valley Vine was reformatted to tell longer and better stories about how God is at work at VPC. Look for the October issue starting tomorrow!
Grab a Ministry Brochure, visit the Welcome Center after worship or visit vpc.church for information about classes, events, opportunities to serve, and anything you see in the FOCUS.
You can also read the latest issue and previous issues of the Valley Vine online: vpc.church/vine September 2018
*Childcare available by reservation: nursery@vpc.church
Volume sixty-three, Number nine
Valley Presbyterian Church
Here's how can you help support Cooks' Tour 2018 48th annual Cooks' Tour! Friday, November 2, 9AM-3PM Proceeds will benefit worthy organizations both local and worldwide. Over the past 47 years, Cooks' Tour has raised over $1 million to support a wide variety of needs. You can be a part of this ongoing effort! It’s an opportunity to give your time, talents, and treasures. We would love to share your gifts during the event; no donation is too great or too small!
Special Friends
Financial contributions. Emily Courtright: 480-948-8952
Crafters
Kitchen Treasures
Drop off begins October 29 Kathy Arner: 602-992-3454
Silent Auction
Tuesdays, 9AM, Calvin Center Margaret Wheeler: 480-483-2609
Donate treasures, vacations, gift card. etc. Carmel Putnam: 602-400-3983 courtrightc@stifel.com
Cookie drop off October 29 Dottie Rhoades: 480-991-3981
Donate your Christmas décor Lynetta Norris: 480-315-8585
Tea Table
Christmas Shoppe
Costume Jewelry Drop off at church office marked "Julie." Julie Swanson: 602-377-0949
Volunteer
We have many opportunities! Kathy Arner: 602-992-3454 Edie Kelsall: 602-505-9045
More Information vpc.church/cooks
Inquirer Class VPC Community Worship Single worship service Sunday, October 21, 9:30AM, Sanctuary 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.
-Food trucks -Photo Booth -Snacks -Inflatables -Games -Prizes
Tiffany West
Join our growing community! Sunday, October 21, Noon Fireside Room Register: vpc.church/inquirerclass Jane Russell, jalaru4@cox.net Is it time for you to make a commitment and become a member of VPC? We welcome you to come learn more about how our community can serve you. Childcare email: nursery@vpc.church
Sunday October 28 5-7PM
Questions? Want to sign up to host a trunk? vpc.church/children
Trunk or Treat is an event for the young and young at heart! Feel free to dress up and join the rest of the VPC family and the surrounding community in a safe, family-friendly environment. This is a great time to connect with people you see on Sundays, and is a fun opportunity to meet others who aren't yet connected to VPC.
Sip & Social Justice Women's Sip & Social Justice Event Tuesday, October 16, 6:30-8:30PM Camp Social Restaurant (6107 N 7th St, Phx) Cost: $30 Sign up online: vpc.church/women Join us for a fun, informative evening of food, friends, and a speaker from ICM discussing hunger issues in Maricopa County and the state. Cost includes dinner.
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 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!
Calendar of Events
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) Boomers Community Group Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Family Workshop-How to Study the Bible Sages Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade)
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Fireside Room Nursery Landes Center Room 415-416 Calvin Center Rooms 404-417
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM
Calvin Center Chapel Parlor Room 412 Room 415-416 Chapel Room 412 Room 409 Landes Center Calvin Center Chapel Landes Center
9AM 9:30AM 9:30AM 11:15AM 11:15AM 1PM 2:45PM 4:30PM 6PM 7PM 7PM
Monday, October 1 Tuesday, October 2 Cooks' Tour Crafters B.O.Y.S. Club Speed Spanish 1 Tai Chi Balance & Stress Valley Day School Chapel Spanish Intermediate 1 Basic Floral Arranging Pickleball Putin & Russia All Deacon Prayer for Ministry Boy Scout Troop 441
Wednesday, October 3 Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team Calvin Center Putin & Russia Room 415-416 Strange Stories, The Book of Judges Room 409 Valley Day School Chapel Chapel Grief Share Chapel Parlor Saving Memorable Moments Room 414 Sportball Landes Center 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
9AM 9:30AM 11AM 11:15AM 1PM 2PM 2PM 5:30PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6PM 6:15PM 7:30PM 7:30PM
Thursday, October 4 Men's Basketball Stroller Strides Fitness for Moms Speed Spanish 1 Stephen Ministry Training Tai Chi Balance & Stress Spanish Intermediate 1 Sages Community Group Mexican Train Pickleball
Landes Center Landes Center Room 412 Fireside Room Room 415-416 Room 412 Fireside Room Landes Center
6:30AM 9:30AM 9:30AM 8:30AM 11:15AM 1PM 1PM 4:30PM
Friday, October 5 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Line Dance Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 415-416 Landes Basement Landes Center
9AM 10AM 7:30PM
Saturday, October 6 NAMI Basics Memorial-Howard Briggs
Room 409 Chapel
8:30AM 2:30PM
Sunday, October 7 Worship Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Student Gathering (Middle & High School) Kaleidoscope Community Group Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) Boomers Community Group Nursery (infant-2 y.o.) Worship Family Workshop-How to Study the Bible Sages Community Group Bible Study Sunday School (3 y.o.-5th grade) At-Home Communion
Chapel Nursery Sanctuary Landes Basement Room 409 Rooms 404-417 Fireside Room Nursery Landes Center Room 415-416 Calvin Center Rooms 404-417 Fireside Room
8AM 8:45AM 9AM 9AM 9AM 9:15AM 10AM 10:15AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:30AM 10:45AM 12:15PM