A LENTEN STUDY, “Illuminating Lent - A Study of the Lord’s Prayer” will begin Sunday, February 14 at 9:00 am in Armitage Hall. This six-week Lenten series helps to deepen faith and enhance knowledge through the exploration of the Lord’s Prayer. Each session examines a part of the prayer, its theological meanings and what it means for Christians in practical ways during Lent. Each lesson features scripture, prayer, in-depth commentary, and questions for reflection using a participants book available in the church office for $5.00. Please join us for this opportunity to prepare our lives for Easter.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL welcomes children ages 2-5 years, and it’s not too late to enroll your child! Contact Kristina Kurtz at 503.292.3537 ext. 146 or at kristina@valleycommunity.org for more information. We would love to have you join us!

BUILDING USE REMINDER: Please be sure and close all doors and windows as you leave, as well as turn off all lights. If you move furniture, please be sure to put it back afterwards. Please keep all pathways to emergency exit doors clear. We thank everyone for their assistance in keeping Valley a safe place for all.

CONC (Church Officer Nominating Committee) has been quietly working to fill next year’s vacancies for Deacon and Session members. Specifically, Session needs a member with website, media and communication skills. We also need someone with enthusiasm for Adult Education. If you would like to lend your expertise to the greatest church on earth, please contact one of our members. They are: Lyle Chadwick, Kay Phillips, Cheryl Rees, Donna Rueff, and Karen Sandberg.

ANY CONGREGATION MEMBERS who have favorite hymns you are longing to sing are invited to email a short list to David Jimerson at david@valleycommunity.org.

Ben Paroulek ...................................................................... Pastor, ext. 134 Chuck Falconer and Jenny Pratt ....................................Pastoral Associates Laurel Cluthe ................................. Children’s and Youth Minister, ext. 131 David Jimerson ................................................. Minister of Music, ext. 139 Bob Hinson .......................................................... Organist/Pianist, ext. 139 Amy Rheingans................... Director of Youth & Children’s Music, ext. 145 Kristina Kurtz ................................................... Preschool Director, ext. 146 Angela Graham ...................... Publication & Office Administrator, ext. 126 AmyAnn Green ................................................ Business Manager, ext. 128

Valley Staff

8060 SW Brentwood Street, Portland, Oregon 97225 503.292.3537 www.valleycommunity.org

† Please stand as you are able

Bold Text is spoken by everyone

From Psalm 100 Make a joyful noise, all you people. Worship God with gladness; come into God’s presence with singing.

Lord of All Being, Throned Afar arr. Homer Whitford

Katie Craig and Faith Bridges

Please pass and sign the friendship registers in the pew rack near center aisle.

We gather as the faithful of God, we come to listen to what God has to say to us. God has invited us to this place.

May our faces reflect our hopes and our hearts. We gather as the faithful of God, people of the new covenant of grace and of promise.

Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Nº 138

SUNDAY, February 7 9:00 am Adult Education Class 9:15 am Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 9:30 am Early Coffee 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Coffee Fellowship 11:30 am Extend the Table 4:15 pm Youth Handbell Choir 5:00 pm Valley Youth Choir

MONDAY, February 8 8:00 am Women’s Aerobics 6:00 pm Girl Scout Troop 7:00 pm Finance Committee 7:30 pm Girl Scout Troop

TUESDAY, February 9 10:00 am Tai Chi Class 11:00 am Staff Meeting 5:00 pm Worship and Music Committee 7:00 pm Session

WEDNESDAY, February 10 Ash Wednesday 8:00 am Men’s Bible Study 8:00 am Women’s Aerobics 5:00 pm Cherub Choir 5:00 pm King’s Kids Choir 5:30 pm Pizza Dinner 6:00 pm Royal Ringer Bells 6:30 pm Girl Scout Troop 6:30 pm Cub Scouts Pack 592 6:30 pm Ash Wednesday Worship

THURSDAY, February 11 10:00 am Alanon 6:00 pm Tiger Scouts 6:00 pm VCP Board 7:15 pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

FRIDAY, February 12 8:00 am Women’s Aerobics

SATURDAY, February 13 3:00 pm Karen Killian Memorial 4:00 pm Starfish Mariners

SUNDAY, February 14 First Sunday in Lent 9:00 am Adult Education Class 9:15 am Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 9:30 am Early Coffee 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Coffee Fellowship 11:15 am Session Meeting with New Members 4:15 pm Youth Handbell Choir 5:00 pm Valley Youth Choir

February 7-14, 2016

Then from the cloud came a voice

that said, “This is my Son, my

Chosen; listen to him!”

~ Luke 9:35

May God be with you. And also with you. People of faith, let us offer our prayers of joy and thanksgiving to God. Let us gladly remember the presence of Christ. Let us pray.

(Please join in singing as you are able) Malotte

Hayden Bach

For the Beauty of the Earth Nº 473

Ben Paroulek It was good to be here, but now God sends us from worship to action.

To speak of hope to those who have lost heart, to be the voice of all not heard by the world.

It was good to be here, But now Jesus sends us from silence into service.

Where we will listen to the broken, where we will speak of hope.

Go in peace.

Pasticcio Jean Langlais

You are invited to remain seated to conclude worship with the postlude or exit quietly after the benediction.

Marilyn Connell, Liturgist

Silence is kept

Seek Ye First Nº 333 Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and God’s righteousness. And all these things shall be added unto you, Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-yah.

Ask and it shall be given unto you, Seek and ye shall find. Knock and the door shall be opened unto you, Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-yah.

The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you!

(Please greet those around you with words of peace.)

Traditional Tune This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. (3 times) Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

Everywhere I go, I’m gonna let it shine. (3 times) Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

Jesus gave it to me, I’m gonna let it shine. (3 times) Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

Kay Hope Gold

Luke 9:28-36 New Testament, p. 69 Holy Wisdom, Holy Word. Thanks be to God!

Finding Our Thin Places Ben Paroulek

Assurance John Ness Beck

Congregation rising, row by row, as ushers pass

Nº 592

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

May God bless you as you worship here today:

Touch you, Challenge you, Heal you, Inspire you, Direct you to new paths

in your unfolding journey. Valley Community Presbyterian Church is a place for

Awakening Souls, Sharing Joy, Serving God in Christ,

A SPECIAL WELCOME to all newcomers: we greet you in the name of Jesus Christ!

AN OPEN NURSERY ROOM for infants-3 year olds is available in room 7 behind the sanctuary on Sundays, 9:45-11:15 am. Audio of the worship service is available to listen to in the Nursery room.

COFFEE FELLOWSHIP will be hosted by the Navigator Mariners Group upstairs in Davis Hall/Gym after worship. Coffee, tea and juice will be available.

QUESTIONS ABOUT VALLEY? Meet with church leaders in the Fireside Room following worship on the second Sunday of the month. We will share information about the mission and ministry of Valley. You may also inquire about church membership.

SUNDAY FUNDAY for children ages 3-11 will follow Time With the Young Church. Children will return to their parents after the Invitation. The theme is SERVE!

THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be celebrated today. Please come forward, as you are able, directed by the ushers. Take the bread, dip it in the cup and consume it. If you choose not to dip, you may eat the bread, take a small cup and drink. Please leave the cup in the basket provided. Return to your pew via the outside aisles. If you are unable to come forward, a server will offer the elements to you in your pew. Gluten-free bread is available in a red cup.

THE SOUPER BOWL OF CARING OFFERING will be collected by Valley Youth following worship today, February 7. Souper Bowl of Caring is a national movement of young people working to fight hunger and poverty in their own communities. The youth give 100% of your donation directly to a local hunger-relief charity of their choice. They invite you to help tackle hunger in Beaverton by dropping dollar bills and change into soup kettles on Super Bowl Sunday!

EXTEND THE TABLE: Please join us after church today at 11:30 am for Extend the Table. We will share a light lunch in Armitage Hall and introduce the Bible Book of the month, Ruth. For all you Super Bowl fans, we will finish up at 12:30 pm so you won’t miss out on the festivities. All are invited!

NEED TO GET SOME SWEETS FOR YOUR SWEETHEART? Maybe some heart-healthy olive oil? Or maybe some coffee to speed up the pulse? Stop by the Equal Exchange table this Sunday to shop for organic products that help small farmers in developing countries. Don’t forget your checkbook!

ASH WEDNESDAY PIZZA DINNER: On Ash Wednesday, February 10, a pizza dinner will be held in the gym beginning at 5:30 pm. The Ash Wednesday service begins at 6:30 pm. If you would like to have pizza that evening, please RSVP at laurel@valleycommunity.org.