February 26, 2017
"Father, Forgive Them"
Larry Parsley, Senior Pastor
NEW TEACHING SERIES:  "FAMOUS LAST WORDS"
BEGINS THIS SUNDAY

The average person speaks about 500 million words in their lifetime. That's a lot of talking!  Some words (like "I do") are pretty momentous. Others (like "What's on Facebook today?"), not so much.  There are certain words, though, that receive far more attention--a person's final words.  What a person says when they have only a few moments remaining says a lot about who they are.
 
Beginning this Sunday, February 26, we're going to take a look at Jesus' final words.  Each week through Easter, we'll talk about some of the last things Jesus said before He died on the cross.  In looking at these last words, we'll learn a lot about who Jesus is and what He thinks is important. And along the way, we hope that some of it rubs off on us as well. Join us as we explore Jesus' "Famous Last Words."
"30 FOR 30"
VRBC THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 30

VRBC is celebrating a huge milestone this April--the thirtieth anniversary of our church's founding! This very special occasion will be celebrated in several ways, but most importantly, with a big, churchwide celebration on April 30, during and after the worship service. 

This will be a great day of remembering God's faithfulness as we thankfully look back on how God has worked through VRBC in the past and expectantly look forward to how He will continue to work in and through us for His Kingdom in our community and around the world.

You don't want to miss this special celebration, so mark your calendars now!
GO ON MISSION TO ENCHANTING THAILAND!
JULY 20-29
APPLICATION AND DEPOSIT DUE MARCH 1

Have you ever wanted to personally reach people around the globe for Christ? This summer, travel with Pastor Jordan Schumacher to visit Kelly and Jenni Jessen, VRBC-supported missionaries in Chiang Mai, Thailand. 

Coming alongside the Jessen family, you will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of how to combat human trafficking around the world. Trip participants will prayer walk in red light districts, work with recovering survivors, strengthen and support the field missionaries, and extend the reach of the long-term missions strategy in Thailand.

Click here for a detailed information flyer and application for the trip. Trip application and $150 deposit are due March 1. For more information, contact Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT: THE HUGHEYS
VIDEO UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE

Clay Hughey directs Zambian Operations for Family Legacy, a ministry that reaches out to Zambian children and families through Camp Life, child sponsorship and development, and a Tree of Life Children's Village that provides a safe haven and hope for children rescued from the most severe cases of poverty and abuse. Called out of the promotional products industry, Clay and his family live in Zambia and coordinate all of the ministry on a daily basis.

Click here to view a video update from the Hugheys. You can learn more about the Hugheys on their website at  clayanderinhughey.com.