Downloadable Documents
Download the following files as Microsoft Word Ž Files. Note: Open your word processor software first, and then use the file/open command to open these documents. They are fully formatted and can be read by many word processors.
Download the Westminster Confession of Faith . (WCF Adobe Acrobat PDF format) The First General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America, (December 4-7, 1973) adopted the Westminster Confession of Faith, the Larger Catechism and the Shorter Catechism as the doctrinal standards of the Church. This document is complete with hyperlinks. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work). You may then click on the page number of the section you wish to read. The text for this document has been provided by the Presbyterian Church in America.
Download the Westminster Confession of Faith with scripture proofs. Resource provided by http://www.reformed.org/.
Download the Westminster Shorter Catechism. (WSC Adobe Acrobat PDF format) The Westminster Shorter Catechism was completed in 1647 by the Westminster Assembly and continues to serve as part of the doctrinal standards of many Presbyterian churches. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download the Westminster Larger Catechism. (WLC Adobe Acrobat PDF format) The Westminster Shorter Catechism was completed in 1647 by the Westminster Assembly and continues to serve as part of the doctrinal standards of many Presbyterian churches. It is more detailed than the Shorter Catechism. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download the Book of Church Order: The Book of Church Order as amended by the Presbyterian Church in America General Assembly in 1993. Minor modifications have been made since that time, but the essential tenets of ecclesiology are clearly set forth in this document. This document is complete with hyperlinks. Open in Microsoft WordŽ and click on the page number of the section you wish to read. This text for this document has been provided as a gift to the Church at large from the Session of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oak Ridge, TN. This document is complete with hyperlinks. Open in Microsoft WordŽ and click on the page number of the section you wish to read.Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download the Constitution of Valley Presbyterian Church: Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
VPC Basic Beliefs Syllabus (See Office): The Doctrine of Scripture -- What Is the Bible? ; Surviving Manuscripts for the New Testament,"Evidence That Demands A Verdict",The Doctrine of God (Part 1) -- Who Is God?,The Doctrine of God (Part 2),The Doctrine of Humanity -- Who Are We Really?,The Doctrine of Christ (Part 1) -- Who Is Jesus?,Jesus is Jehovah,The Doctrine of Christ (Part 2),The Doctrine of Christ (Part 3),The Doctrine of Salvation,Becoming A Christian,Church Membership -- What Kind of Church Is This?,VPC Membership Covenant,Procedure for Joining VPC,The Ministry of the Church (graphic),On Joining the Church (Book of Church Order),Christ and His Church (Bible verses),Spiritual Gifts--Identification,Where Can I Use My Gifts? Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Youth Ministry: This document describes qualificaitons for the youth director and a job description. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work)
Download Permission Slips (Consent, Medical Care, Emergency Info.) This is is the official church release form that must be on file before any child may be transported on any church sponsored trip.Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work)
Download Equipment Lists This is a list of equipment to consider taking on a camping or backpacking trip. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work)
Download Basic Beliefs for Children Syllabus: This class is for children who want to make a public profession of faith and join as communicant members of our church. While we do not want to put pressure on anyone to take this class, we do encourage you to pray with your child about this opportunity. Please note that this is a class with a serious objective and will require regular attendance, homework, and personal commitment by each child. Upon completion of the class, children will be given the opportunity to share their faith with the Elders which may lead them to take communion and be baptized (if necessary). We encourage your support. A traditional Sunday School class will also be offered over this period for those who do not choose this option.
Download Childrens Praise songs: This is a listing of songs that are good to sing in children's church. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Christmas Carols: Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Backpacking Song Sheet: This is a condensed song sheet that can be copied on two sides of one sheet of paper. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Hymns: Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Valley Presbyterian School Handbook. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Thanksgiving Proclamations: Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation, 1863; Washington's Proclamation of a National Day of Thanksgiving, 1789; Governor Bradford's Thanksgiving Pronouncement, 1623; Psalm 100. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Songs for Worship at VPC:Note: These are to be used at VPC only. Many of these songs are copyrighted and we must pay for their use as indicated on the document. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download Pastor Ron's Study Notes on the Gospel of Luke: This is a long document that contains all of Pastor Ron's Notes for the entire Gospel of Luke. He developed these study questions and notes when teaching through Luke during the Midweek Program in 1998-1999. Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work).
Download VPC Membership Covenant: Open Microsoft WordŽ or other word processor first, and then use the file/open command to open this file (double clicking on the file icon may not work)
