June 4, 2017
" Born in Prayer"
Jordan Schumacher, Executive Pastor
LEADERS GATHERING
TONIGHT AT 6:30 PM
 
As a follow-up to our April gathering, you are invited to a Leaders Gathering this evening, May 31, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the Seminar Room. During our time together we will discuss in more detail some of the specific implications of our updated worship philosophy. We'll also share a delicious meal, hear stories of God's faithfulness, and pray together. 

All VRBC attenders are welcome to attend this meeting, even if you don't currently hold an official leadership role.  Childcare will be provided, and no RSVP is necessary.  We look forward to seeing you there!
SERVE AS A BIG HOPE MENTOR
LAST DAY TO APPLY IS TODAY!

WHAT IS A BIG HOPE MENTOR?
Big Hope mentors will spend one hour per week during the 2017-18 school year mentoring and providing educational assistance to a student at Tom Landry Elementary School in a relationship that could change the future for both the student and the mentor! Each mentor also has a VRBC Prayer Partner who prays for the mentor and student regularly.

WHEN WOULD I MENTOR?
Big Hope follows the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD schedule, so mentoring takes place only during the school year and excludes school holidays. You may mentor on whichever weekday works best with your schedule. Because mentoring takes place during the student's lunch and recess time, the exact time will be determined by the student's school schedule, which varies by grade. 

HOW DO I SIGN UP TO SERVE AS A MENTOR?
If you would like to be a Big Hope mentor for the upcoming school year, click here to fill out the required application. Please turn in your completed application to the church office or via email to Sharon Bartley at bartley5@verizon.net by May 31. You can also email Sharon with any questions you may have.
NEW TEACHING SERIES BEGINS THIS SUNDAY!
SAMUEL: SOLID LIVING IN SHIFTING TIMES

Join us this Sunday morning for 10:30 am worship as we kick off a new teaching series based on the life of Samuel!  

Samuel was an Old Testament prophet who lived in a challenging time in Israel's history, but somehow he was able to trust and follow God consistently and make it through the storms unshaken. During this seven-week series, we'll dig into Samuel's story and see how to apply some of the principles he used for "solid living in shifting times" in our lives as well. 
VRBC SUMMER BASH
SAVE-THE-DATE: JUNE 25

Grab your lawn chairs, frisbees, footballs, and sunscreen and join us Sunday, June 25, at 5:30 pm for the first-ever "VRBC Summer Bash"! We'll have a blast hanging out together and enjoying delicious food, fun games (for kids and adults!), and great music. Location of the Summer Bash will be announced shortly.

As part of this fun evening, our middle school and high school 86:12 students will share songs and stories from their mission trip to Kansas City, and we'll celebrate baptism together.  It's all FREE, so make plans to join us!    

VOLUNTEER TO HELP "SACK SUMMER HUNGER"
SATURDAYS BEGINNING JUNE 10

Volunteer this summer every Saturday morning, from June 10 through August 12, at VRBC from 9:00 to 11:00 am to assemble weekly nutritious food sacks and to deliver them to families in Valley Ranch who are in need.  On the final Saturday, August 12, we will deliver backpacks with school supplies and pray for the children as they prepare to return to school.

SERVE OPPORTUNITY!
This is a great serve opportunity for everyone, including families with young children and students.

Click here to learn more and to sign up for one or all the Saturdays! 
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
JUNE 12-16 | 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NOON |  AGE 4 TO GRADE 5

At "Maker Fun Factory" VBS, kids learn they were created by God and built for a purpose! J oin us every day to learn: God made you; God is for you; God is always with you; God will always love you; and God made you for a reason. VBS is for children ages 4 years old (by 9/1/16) through 5th grade (completed).

GROW OPPORTUNITY!
Click here to register for VBS. There is NO cost to attend VBS.

INVITE OPPORTUNITY!
VBS is the perfect invite opportunity, so extend an invitation to families with children you know in your neighborhood and our community. Kids, invite your friends to join in the fun!  
 
SERVE OPPORTUNITY!
Adults and students, VBS has many great serve opportunities for you. Whether you're interested in stage design and set construction, teaching, or something else, get involved with VBS!  

NEW SERVE OPPORTUNITY! | ADULT SNACK ROOM HOSPITALITY
Another way to serve at VBS is to provide  yummy snacks and drinks to thank  the faithful adult and student volunteers who  devote their time and energy so that our children can have a great week. Click here to see a list of suggested food items and to sign up to donate.

For more information about VBS or how you can serve, contact Karen Simmang at ksimmang@vrbc.net . 
PRESCHOOL DAY CAMP: "FUN IN THE SUN"
JUNE 26-28 | 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NOON | AGES 3 TO 5
 
Kids are sure to have lots of fun in the sun while learning more about God and how to live out His unshakeable truth. We will have LOTS of fun in the water, eat yummy snacks, and make cool stuff. We will even have a big water slide one of the days! 

Preschool Day Camp is for kids ages 3 (by January 1, 2017) through 5 years old (not currently in kindergarten).   All campers must be potty-trained.
 
GROW OPPORTUNITY!
Click here to register. Cost to attend is $35. Deadline to register is June 12 . 

INVITE OPPORTUNITY!
There's plenty of water and fun for everyone, so invite a friend to come along with your preschooler!

For more information about Preschool Day Camp, contact Karen Simmang at  ksimmang@vrbc.net .