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The Vineyard Church of Houston
1035 E 11th Street
Houston, TX 77009
713.869.9070
www.houstonvineyard.org
    
   
Happy first day of fall! Thank you Lord. May the crisp air of autumn wash over all of us!

TONIGHT is our church's night to serve at the HIM Food Pantry. Please see how many are signed up (and sign up yourself) HERE.

This Sunday, Michael will continue the series, Naturally Supernatural, based on the book by Gary Best. Life Groups are following along with this series. We'll also hear from Rachel Tan on her team's recent trip to China.

It's not too late to sign up to host National Night Out. Those who sign up to host the Tuesday, Oct. 4th event in their neighborhood will receive a starter kit to help their efforts. Sign up in the Cafe between or after services on Sunday.

The Alpha Marriage Course is now starting October 2nd. See more details about this helpful class below. This is a wonderful class to invite friends and family to.

We are sending a team to join with Mercy Response at the Vineyard in Baton Rouge, the weekend of September 30, to  help those affected by the floods. There is more information below.

See you Sunday!

 
Upcoming Events

Weekly Church Events  
Sunday: Prayer (2nd Floor Break Room) 9:30-9:45am
               CafĂ© con la Biblia (Prayer Parlor) 10am 
               Worship services 10am and 11:30am
 
Small Groups that meet at the church
  • Worship Dance - 2nd & 4th Saturday (10am) more info
    Theology of the Kingdom - Tuesday (7pm) more info 
  • M&Ms - women's group - Wednesday (10am) more info 
  • Fight Club - men's group -Thursday (8pm) more info  
  • Alpha Marriage Class - Sunday (3:30pm) more info 
Clicking "more info" will take you to our calendar where you can read a description of the class, register to attend, and also sign up for childcare! 
 
September  
22 VCH Volunteer Night at HIM Food Pantry (5pm) more info
24  Leisure Group - Worship Dance (10am) more info   
25  Worship Service (10 & 11:30am)
       All Leaders Meeting (1pm) more info
27  Tuesday Night Youth (6:30pm) more info                          Learning Group- Theology of the Kingdom (7pm) more info
30- Oct. 2  Mercy Response more info

October 
2  Worship Service (10am & 11:30am)
     Bella Girls (10:30am) more info
     Cross Trainers (noon) more info
2, 9, 16, 23, 30  Learning Group - Alpha Marriage Course         (3:30pm) more info
4, 11, 18, 25 Youth (6pm) more info
      Theology of the Kingdom (7pm) more info
8, 22  Leisure Group - Worship Dance (10am) more info
9    Worship Service (10 & 11:30am)
16 Worship Service & Financial Review (10 & 11:30am)
20 VCH Volunteer Night at HIM Food Pantry (5pm) more info
23
  Worship Service (10 & 11:30am) 
26  Your Kingdom Come Night of Prayer (7pm) more info 
30  Worship Service (10 & 11:30am) 


 
Education and Ministry Highlights    

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We have plenty of bags and egg cartons! Thank you!
 
Canned Goods Needed Now
The HIM Pantry is in need of canned goods: 
soups, stews, vegetables, spaghetti sauce, and fruit. Please drop your contributions in
the red cart in the Art Hallway this week.  

Vineyard Volunteer Night at HIM Food Pantry
TONIGHT! and every third Thursday  
Sign up here.   
 Next time: Thursday, October 20th, 5-7pm

Small Groups
   
Learning - Leisure & Life Groups
All the Life Groups you know and love have returned. There are also new Learning Groups and Leisure Groups. If you're not already part of a Small Group, check the Small Group display in the foyer to find one that's just right for you.
 
Listed below are the NEW groups this session:

Learning Groups:
Theology of the Kingdom - Tuesday 7pm in Prayer Parlor
more info

Alpha Marriage Course - Sunday 3:30pm in Cafe
new start date - October 2nd 
more info

Leisure Groups: pick up a card in the foyer

Urban Farmers - Thursday 6:30pm at the SW corner of  Langfield Rd. & Pine Grove Dr. 77040

Young Adults Supper Club
- Thursday 7pm Bi-Monthy
To host a supper for this group, contact

Worship Dance - Saturdays 10am,  bi-monthly    

Mercy Response for Louisiana flood victims 
Friday, Sept. 30th - Sunday Oct. 2nd 
Join us as we spend a weekend with Vineyard Mercy Response in Baton Rouge helping those who were devastated by the recent flooding.

SIGN UP to go with the Houston Vineyard team  
We will meet at VCH - Friday, September 30th and depart hopefully by about 6:30pm, returning to Houston Sunday, October 2nd by about 7pm.

IMPORTANT - You must also REGISTER with Vineyard Mercy Response.org and check the Volunteer FAQ page for what to bring, housing, etc.  David Gausepohl will contact those who sign up. 
 



Why I love National Night Out -  
"I love National Night Out because it is such a natural, easy way to meet my neighbors, begin to get to know them, and build a relationship with them."   Donna Palandro

Everyone has neighbors - Do you know who they are?
Do you know their names? Seize the moment and host NNO!
 
National Night Ou
t is celebrated across the country to encourage
people to get out and meet their neighbors. Knowing your neighbors is one way to help with crime prevention, build camaraderie and community spirit. Last year we had 26 different locations where people hosted NNO.

We are especially excited about those of you who live in apartments or condos. Talk with the management and let them know you would like to host the evening in the clubhouse or poolside. If you live in a neighborhood, check to see if your HOA or Civic Club is doing anything for this event. If not, you could volunteer to host at your house for your block. It does not have to be fancy. It can be as simple as lemonade and some brownies!

Sign up is in the Cafe.
We will be there each Sunday through October 2nd. You can pick up your NNO starter kit.    Contact Donna if you have any questions. 

Alpha is c
oming! 
Lyle and Ashland Hall are now recruiting for the Alpha small group that will start in January. They have a variety of available jobs that have various levels of commitment. If you are not familiar with ALPHA, please read about it here. Please contact Ashlyn to find out more.    
 
Get the latest Homes with Hope news here!  
 
Your Kingdom Come Night of Prayer 
Wednesday, October 26, 7-8pm 
Join us as we pray as a church community for God's will to be done in our country and his peace to reign on earth as it is in heaven. Especially during this election season, we want to be people who welcome the Holy Spirit into every dimension of our life and are salt and light to the world. Please invite your family, Small Group members, neighbors and friends to this hour of prayer and worship. See you there!

 

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CHILDREN'S NEWS 
For more information about the children's department or to volunteer, please contact our children's pastor, Jill Lively 

Facebook page for parents, teachers,  
and guardians of Vineyard children!
We have created a closed group for those who want to keep up on what is happening in our nursery and children's department on Sunday. It is called Vineyard Church of Houston Kids. If you'd like to be added to the group, email Jill Lively 
 
Last Sunday  
Last Sunday, we learned more about Barnabas and his upcoming trip with Paul. Thanks to Clemente Bulnes for being our Barnabas! Thanks to Rachel Tan for leading the kids!

This Sunday   
We will launch off on our first missionary journey with Paul! 

YOUTH NEWS 
   
Tuesday Youth  6-8pm on the third floor    
 
This Sunday - Youth will meet in the Norhill Room  

Mission Trip to El Salvador with Living Water International!
Projected date:   August 13-19, 2017
We are currently looking for people who want to be a part of our team to help drill a fresh water well and interact with the people from the town. For more information, contact Westley Edmondson

Upcoming Regional Youth Events 
Save the dates

2016 October 15th Fall Event - Sugar Land  Vineyard

2017 Venture  Youth Conference March (date TBA)
         Lake Charles Vineyard

2017 DTS Youth Conference June 21 -24 - Conroe Vineyard 
 
 

Family News and Classifieds

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FREE IKEA Galant beech colored desk with adjustable height A-frame legs (now discontinued). 63" x 31.5". Good condition - we just need the extra space.
Contact Courtney Duke.

 
Glider chair and glider ottoman $45

Like new, cushions are clean, perfect for your nursery!  Please contact Susie Chin.


Proctor Park 2nd Annual Craft Fair
Saturday, October 8th - 9am-4pm -
OUR CHURCH parking lot 
Food trucks, music, shopping, and fun
Jewelry, pillows, seasonal decorations, candles, service providers, needlework artists, woodwork, kid crafts, painters, quilters, purses, t-shirts, natural products, hair accessories, make-up, unique gadgets and more. This is a fundraiser for our neighborhood community center and park - Proctor Plaza. This is a free event, however if you are interested in having a vendor booth, please email Ricardo
 
  

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