September 18, 2016
"Fighting Pharaoh"
Dr. Larry Parsley, Senior Pastor

GLOBAL MISSION FAIR 2016
#BEHILARIOUSLYGENEROUS | THIS SUNDAY!

VRBC is kicking off four exciting global missions projects in 2017 in Thailand, Kenya, Peru, and the Rio Grande Valley. Come see them on full display at the Global Missions Fair this Sunday in the VRBC lobby, and learn how you can engage with these projects through prayer, social media, and short-term mission trips! 

You will also have an opportunity to learn about VRBC-supported missionaries and to pray for and encourage them as they serve God in difficult places around the globe. 

The Global Missions Fair will be open to everyone before 9:00 am Grow Groups and before and after the worship service. Our elementary-age children will visit the Global Missions Fair during the 9:00 am hour, so be sure to ask your kids all about it!  Make plans now to come early or stay a little late and make the most of this opportunity!
"BREAKING FREE": A NEW SERMON SERIES

This fall, we're following the Israelites from captivity in Egypt to freedom in the Promised Land.  Along the way, we'll see how God is at work in our life situations to help us break free from the things that are enslaving us as well. 

"Hitting Bottom": If you missed last Sunday's sermon, CLICK HERE to listen to the first sermon in our new study from the book of Exodus.

Grow Group Discussion Questions: This week in Grow Groups we are digging deeper into God's Word and last Sunday's sermon. If your Grow Group hasn't met yet this week, you can CLICK HERE for the list of discussion questions. 

"Fighting Pharoah": Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 for the next exciting installment in the Exodus story! And keep an eye on Pastor Larry's blog, Lonesome Pulpit, this week for a preview and some additional resources to help you get the most out of his upcoming sermon.
DAVE RAMSEY'S FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY
FIRST CLASS IS FREE | SEPTEMBER 25 AT 5:00 PM

We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University  (FPU) teaches God's ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions, and interactive small group activities over nine weeks, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more!

FPU will meet each Sunday evening at the church from 5:00 to 7:00 pm beginning September 25 through November 20. Cost to attend the nine-week FPU seminar is $100 for the first ten registrants (individuals or couples), then $114 thereafter. CLICK HERE to register to attend. 

You are invited to preview the first class on September 25 for free to decide if you could benefit from FPU.
JOBS FOR LIFE: COMING THIS SUNDAY!
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO PARTICIPATE

The eight-week Jobs for Life program begins this Sunday evening, September 18, at 5:00 p.m. at VRBC. There's still time to participate as either a student or mentor in this important ministry which helps those who are unemployed or underemployed find meaningful employment through honest relationships, biblically-based training, and an ongoing community of support.  Classes will meet every Sunday and Wednesday evening and will conclude November 9. 

MENTORS NEEDED:  We invite you to share in the Jobs for Life mission to restore dignity, to offer help and support, and to empower and equip people to provide for themselves and their families by becoming a mentor. Please contact Landa Parker and Cherie Walker at  jobsforlife@vrbc.net to volunteer.

STUDENTS NEEDED:  Interested students should submit an Application to the church office or by email to  jobsforlife@vrbc.net  no later than September 18.  CLICK HERE for the Application.

SPREAD THE WORD! The Jobs for Life ministry is a great opportunity to live out our church's mission.  Please talk to your friends and neighbors who may be interested in this great program and encourage them to participate!
GRAPHIC DESIGNER POSITION AVAILABLE

VRBC is looking for a creative and experienced graphic designer to help move our church mission forward by working collaboratively with the Communications Team to support our branding, design, and production needs for churchwide ministries, projects, and events. The part-time position requires approximately 15 hours per week, some of which must be done onsite at the church. 

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years' experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Microsoft Office (or similar) programs. Photography or video-editing/production is a plus, but not required. The candidate should also be a growing disciple of Jesus Christ who is passionate about VRBC.

If you have an impressive design portfolio and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, please send your résumé and portfolio samples to Matt Wiede, Director of Communications, at   mwiede@vrbc.net.