October 9, 2016
"Surviving Rebellion"
Dr. Larry Parsley, Senior Pastor

FAMILY FALL FEST
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 AT 5:00 PM

Come enjoy the cool autumn weather at a fun-filled evening for the entire family! Family Fall Fest will take place Sunday, October 30, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on the north lawn of the church and is a great opportunity for our church family to spend time together, to mingle with our weekday preschool families, and to invite our community and friends to join the festivities.

We will have LIVE outdoor music and FREE yummy food, including grilled cheese and hot dogs with all the fixin's!  Beverages will also be provided.  Plus, there will be lots of fun activities. We'll have bounce houses and other inflatables and face-painting for the kids, just to name a few.  So bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us as we enjoy fellowship and fun!
ANNUAL MEETING AND LEADERS GATHERING
OCTOBER 12 AT 6:30 PM

You are invited to attend the VRBC Annual Meeting and Leaders Gathering on Wednesday, October 12, from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm in the church lobby. During this time together, we will: 
  • celebrate the good things that God has been doing among us;
  • hear an update from Susan Rutledge, Church Council Chair, and Larry Parsley, Senior Pastor, about important ministry accomplished this past year and hopes for what God will do in and through VRBC this next year;
  • discuss and get your feedback on vision items;
  • pray for God's guidance and blessing; and
  • share a delicious meal together.
Everyone who attends VRBC is invited to attend this meeting. Childcare and food will be provided, but please CLICK HERE to RSVP so we can plan appropriately.  We look forward to seeing you there!
NOTICE OF VOTE TO REVISE BYLAWS &
TOWN HALL MEETING ON PROPOSED REVISIONS

Due to recent significant changes in our organizational structure, mission, and values, as well as an effort to increase efficiency and engagement, updating of the current VRBC Constitution and Bylaws is necessary. After thorough study, the Bylaw Review Team has brought forward proposed revisions for consideration and ratification by the church body. 

CLICK HERE for a summary of proposed Bylaw revisions and information about the process undertaken in recommending changes to the Bylaws, as well as the complete current and proposed Constitution and Bylaws. This information can also be found on the Resource page of the church website at  vrbc.net/bylaws/ .

TOWN HALL MEETING - OCTOBER 16, 2016
There will be a Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, October 16, immediately after the worship service in the Seminar Room to review the changes proposed by the Bylaw Review Team and to allow an opportunity for discussion on the proposed revisions.

CHURCH VOTE ON BYLAW REVISION - NOVEMBER 13, 2016
A special called church meeting to vote to ratify the proposed changes to the Bylaws is scheduled for Sunday, November 13.

Questions or comments about the proposed Bylaw revision, please contact: 

Woody Conradt, Co-chair of the Bylaw Review Team and Church Council member, at woodyconradt@tx.rr.com or 

Buzz Lupton, Co-chair of the Bylaw Review Team and Staff Liaison at blupton@vrbc.net.
SERVE ON THE WELCOME TEAM!

We are excited to announce a significant expansion of the VRBC Welcome Team. This team of volunteers ensures that every person who comes to VRBC on a Sunday morning has a great experience, beginning with the moment they drive into the parking lot. The first word of our mission statement is inviting, and this team helps us create a warm and inviting atmosphere for everyone who attends VRBC. 
 
With this expansion, we are now blessed with many new openings for people to serve. We have opportunities for volunteers in the parking lot, at both church entrances, in the lobby, at the Welcome Center, at the kids' check-in area, in our Hospitality (breakfast) Ministry, and in the Sanctuary.  

If you enjoy smiling, meeting people, and sharing the love of Christ through a warm welcome, whether you've been worshiping at VRBC for twenty years or one week, we'd love to have you on the team! For more information, email John Hewlett at jhewlett@vrbc.net.

CARTER BLOODCARE BLOOD DRIVE AT VRBC
OCTOBER 16 FROM 4:00 TO 8:00 PM

Help save a life! VRBC is hosting a blood drive with Carter BloodCare on Sunday, October 16, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm in the church lobby.  Donating will be done onsite and usually takes about twenty minutes. CLICK HERE to sign up for an appointment time.

If you have any questions about the blood drive, contact Lisa or Joey Wells at 972-439-0756.


BREAKING FREE: "FINDING PATHWAYS"

Like the Israelites, have you ever whined? Been cynical? Been blinded by fear? Pastor Larry's sermon, "Finding Pathways," helped us understand God makes beautiful pathways through our biggest problems. We also learned how to find God's pathway for our lives and to  become a "prisoner of hope." 

CLICK HERE  to watch or listen to this sermon and for the Sermon Notes and Grow Group Discussion Questions.