First of all, the excitement is building around A 2nd Cup's possible $100,000 win through ReliantGives!
It is all dependent on the voting. You can vote as often as you like, but all voting must be completed by tomorrow, May 19th at midnight. Please click
here to vote today!
After Michael's informal survey during both services last Sunday, he received 125 texts and emails...all but a handful were very positive about the idea of having
one service this summer. Those who had concerns have been contacted personally to help with solutions. Therefore beginning the first Sunday in June, we will have
one service at 10am. There is a great line up for the summer, with special speakers and events, so be sure and look at this week's insert. Take it home, and put it on your fridge!
This Sunday - we have seven precious children to be dedicated to the Lord. This is always a sacred time as we, the church community, join with parents in promising to help them raise these gifts from God.
See you Sunday!
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Worship services 10am and 11:30am
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!
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May
18 VCH Night at HIM Food Pantry (5pm)
more info
20 Men's Breakfast (8am)
more info
21 Child Dedication Sunday (10am & 11:30am)
more info
28 Worship Service (10 &11:30am)
29 Memorial Day - Office Closed
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June
4 ONE SERVICE - Worship & Communion Service (10am)
Kris Miller (Flourishing Leaders) speaking!
Vineyard 101 (12pm)
click here to register
5 Clothing Pantry Interest Meeting (7pm)
more info
11 Worship Service & Graduate Recognition
(10am)
more info
18 Worship & Father's Day! (10am)
Bert Waggoner speaking!
21-24 Doin' the Stuff Youth Conference
more info
25 Worship Service & World Refugee Day
(10am)
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Education and Ministry
Highlights
Tonight is Vineyard Volunteer time at HIM Pantry
As one of the churches that support the HIM Food Pantry we are committed to provide volunteers on the 3rd Thursday of the month. If you, your family or your Small Group can serve tonight, please sign up here.
A 2nd Cup could win $100K based on public voting!
May 10 - May 19 Vote as many times as you like!
A 2nd Cup is Houston's non-profit coffee shop dedicated to ending human trafficking located in The Storehouse (across the street). In the shop, they've created a space for awareness, conversation, empowerment, collaborating with other anti-trafficking organizations, and to connect customers to opportunities to take action. They invest in short and long-term after-care programs for survivors of human trafficking.
How the $100K will be used:
One of the biggest hurdles for survivors of human trafficking is finding viable employment. This $100K will enable A 2nd Cup to launch a coffee and culinary work program for survivors. This program will provide soft skills from resume writing and interview techniques to customer service and financial training, as well as barista, roasting, and/or culinary skills to rebuild the lives of survivors through meaningful employment.
WHERE ARE YOU CONNECTING
THIS SMALL GROUP CYCLE
?
Check out our website for a full listing of our
Life Groups
,
Leisure Groups
, and Learning Groups.
SUMMERTIME IS FUN TIME IN KIDS' CHURCH!
We need you to help us out in kids' church over the summer. Many of our regular teachers are going on vacation, and we want to give you the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with our kids. To quote our friend George Robinson, "We're actually doing YOU a favor..."
Email Jill Lively for more details!
ATTENTION VINEYARD MEN!
Breakfast - THIS SATURDAY! 8am in the Cafe
Another awesome men's breakfast is coming! Not only will you get to eat a great breakfast (still just $5), but also visit with friends and hear Leslie Kessler, a 93-year old WWII Veteran.
When it comes to the upheavals we all face, our responses have a major impact down the road. Some people respond in healthy ways and emerge stronger, while others are broken by these challenges. Kessler became a strong man of faith by putting all his trust in God through life's trials and adversities. He discovered that God's word can be an anchor of strength, guidance, and comfort in the midst of war, whether on the battlefield or in his own backyard. Come be inspired by this man of God!
VINEYARD 101
Sunday, June 4th - 12pm in Norhill Room (2nd floor)
If you are new to the Vineyard or a regular attender and have never taken Vineyard 101, come join the pastors for lunch and conversation. Learn about our history, our values, what we believe, and how you can get involved. This class also functions as our membership class. Childcare and lunch are provided with pre-registration. Click here to register.
June 11th at 10am
If you have reached an educational milestone, we want to recognize your achievement and celebrate with you.
Let us know by clicking this
link.
June 11th - 11:30am - at Hogg Spark Park
Right after church on the 11th, we want to have an old fashion dinner on the grounds. The tables, chairs, meat, drinks, plates, utensils, napkins will be provided. We'll need YOU to make this work. You bring a side dish to serve 10, plus a blanket or lawn chair, drinks, guitars, games, sunscreen, etc.
If you need help knowing what to bring, here is a guideline. If your last name begins with...
A thru J - bring a side dish (chips & dips, salads, bread, etc)
K thru Z - bring a dessert
We have limited refrigeration space, so it'd be great if your food did not need to be served cold, however if you make an extraordinary potato salad, we'll find room in a fridge! :)
Let's celebrate summer together, invite a friend to church!
CLOTHING PANTRY INTEREST MEETING
Monday, June 5th - 7pm in Prayer Parlor
Tracy Luster is exploring the possibilities of starting a clothing pantry at our church. She is still in the preliminary stages, but would love to have others join her. Please email Tracy for more information.
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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 Church of Houston 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
This Sunday
This week, the children will be joined by Miss Rachel as they explore the book of Romans!
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This Sunday
Youth will go to their classes after worship.
Summer Youth conference DTS 2017
It's hard to believe but summer is just around the corner. Our summer youth conference - Doin' The Stuff (DTS) - focuses on doing the stuff Jesus did. The conference will be hosted by the Conroe Vineyard. Spots are limited so register NOW.
Where: Conroe Vineyard
When: June 21-24, 2017.
Cost: $175 (includes all meals from Wednesday dinner through Saturday lunch, Wet N' Wild admission, showers, and lodging)
Download a permission slip here.
Mission Trip to El Salvador
with Living Water International
Projected date: August 13-19, 2017 7 spaces left
The Houston Vineyard is putting together a missions team to return to El Salvador and dig another well with Living Water International (LWI). This trip is about more than digging wells. It's about building relationships with people in the villages in order to share the love of Jesus Christ in a practical way that will impact them for generations.
Currently we have 6 available spaces for a 12 person LWI team. Anyone interested will need to complete an application to aid us in the selection process. Applicants must be18 or older (or 14 if a parent/guardian is on the trip). For more information, contact
Westley Edmondson
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BETTER HOME NEEDED FOR REFUGEE FAMILY!
One of the families that our church members have befriended (through Houston Welcomes Refugees) needs to move to a safer location as of September 1st. The church team is asking if anyone knows of an affordable one-two bedroom apartment for $850 max including utilities. This is their current budget. This is a family of 4 with a three year old and one year old. We are really hoping that by reaching out to our church family, we are increasing the chances of finding them a better place! If you have any suggestions, please contact
Evi.
needed for Sunday morning and Friday mornings
Here is the list of requirements:
- 17 and older
- Enjoy children
- Able to multi-task
- Be comfortable with diaper changing
- Able to read and write English
- Able to get up and down while carrying at least 10lbs
- Available Sundays between 9:20 am and 1:15pm
- A smiling face and is great with co-workers and parents
- Be willing to submit to a background check and training
- Have Christian values
Going on Vacation?
Need a house sitter or pet sitter while you are out of town?
Look no further than right in your own church community. Clemente and Samantha Bulnes are experienced, available, and very reasonably priced. They'll assure your pets are well cared for, your mail is picked up, your house is clean, your yard work is kept up - it'll be like you never left! If you are interested in chatting with them, email
Samantha Bulnes.
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