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August 23, 2020
David: The Making of a Servant
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 COMING SUNDAY: FALL MINISTRY PLANS!
Over the last month, we've been spending significant time praying about and discussing possibilities for our ministry plans this fall. It is a unique and challenging season to be sure, but we believe God has great plans for us in the midst of it! We're excited to let you know that in our worship services THIS Sunday, August 23, we'll be announcing our ministry plans for the months of September and October. Make sure to tune in that morning for all the exciting opportunities (both in-person and online) that we'll be unveiling that day. Until then, keep praying and get excited about all God has in store!
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AUGUST GROWTH INTENSIVES
PARENTING ONLINE LEARNERS
AUGUST 23 | 3:00 PM | ONLINE
Many of our VRBC families are kicking off the school year with virtual learning, and parents and caregivers are stepping into new roles--many while navigating the additional challenge of working from home. We know this is a challenge, and VRBC's Family Ministry wants to support you and help equip you for success. Our church body has some fantastic educators with experience and training in online education who can help resource you as parents. Join our online Growth Intensive to get great information and also an opportunity to ask questions of your own.
TOGETHER BY HIS SPIRIT -- EPHESIANS 2:11-22
AUGUST 30 | 5:00 TO 6:30 PM | ONLINE
In the midst of a culture that seems to be more divided than ever, Paul paints a beautifully compelling picture of how the gospel unites diverse people as they follow Jesus together. Please join us for a Growth Intensive seminar with Dr. Steve Lacey, a gifted Bible teacher and member of VRBC. Registrants will receive the Zoom link as well as suggestions for how to prepare for this timely and important conversation.
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 VR KIDS DRIVE-BY SNOW CONES
BACK-TO-SCHOOL CELEBRATION | AUGUST 21 | 5 - 7 PM
To celebrate the kick-off to a brand new school year, we'd like you to join us for FREE snow cones! On Friday, August 21, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, we'll have a Kona Ice truck set up right here in our church parking lot, just filled with all kinds of tasty snow cone flavors. All you have to do is drive through and get your favorite!
If you feel comfortable with social distancing, you will have an opportunity to do this with other families in our parking lot after getting your Kona Ice. Please park in a space that does NOT have an "X" in it, wear your masks, and keep your children close to your car. Waves and air hugs are encouraged!
The church building and bathrooms will not be open.
This is a FREE event for kids and their families. Invite a friend!
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 GROCERY DELIVERY TO THE ELDERLY
LOW-RISK SERVE OPPORTUNITY!
Would you like to serve? Are you looking for a low-risk opportunity? Then, this is the perfect one for you! We are seeking committed volunteers who can serve the elderly in a special way this fall. Seniors enrolled in the CCA Golden Angels program rely on meal delivery teams to deliver weekly groceries and a boxed lunch to them on Monday mornings. While we recommend teams of two to make it easier and fun, you are welcome to come alone. Shifts are at 9:00 am and 10:00 am.
Deliveries are contact free, which makes it safe for you and the senior citizen. Groceries are placed in your vehicle trunk by other volunteers at the food pantry through a drive-through method. You obtain about four addresses to deliver groceries. Once you arrive, you take the groceries to the doorstep and ring the door bell. The senior will wait until you leave before they come out to pick up the items from the doorstep.
If you or members of your Grow Group would like to serve in this meaningful service, please click here to sign up. If you have questions, please contact Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
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As many families are facing hard times during this pandemic, there are several resources available for assistance.
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For those who are actively involved in worship or Grow Groups at VRBC for at least the past two months, our deacons have a benevolence ministry to provide financial assistance. For more information or to request assistance, email Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net. -
For additional help, or for those who are not active at VRBC, we partner with Metrocrest Services, Christian Community Action, and Irving Cares. These partners provide many resources such as financial assistance, job search and networking help, food pantries, and other resources from trained case managers. Several of these partners are currently offering back-to-school assistance for clothing, school supplies, and more. - Additionally, several internet providers like Comcast and Spectrum are offering free or low-cost internet to qualifying families as students return to school or virtual learning.
- Our VRBC pastors and deacons would also love to be praying for you. You can email any prayer requests or care needs to care@vrbc.net.
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 THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
SACK SUMMER HUNGER
Thanks so much to our amazing group of SSH volunteers, led by Jim McConnell and his team, Jo Lee Rau and Lisa Wells!
Through your generosity and our partnership with Metrocrest Services over the summer, we served 28 families of Valley Ranch and Coppell. With your efforts, we were able to provide food for 69 children, every single week! We are so grateful for your compassion and heart for serving our community. We couldn't have done it without you!
VRBC BACKPACK DRIVE
Thank you so much for your generosity! This year, through your generous donations, we collected 70 backpacks full of school supplies!
Some of these backpacks were delivered to our Sack Summer Hunger families this past Saturday, and all the rest were delivered to Tom Landry Elementary. Thank you so much for your generous heart and willingness to serve through this project!
Also, thanks to all the volunteers who helped with the distribution of these backpacks.
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"DAVID: THE MAKING OF A SERVANT"
SERIES CONTINUES THIS SUNDAY
When we think of David, the first thing that comes to mind might be his defeat of Goliath, his beautiful Psalms, or maybe his reign as Israel's great King. And while all these things are true, they don't tell the whole story. He also walked through lots of tough times, many as a result of his own brokenness! But through it all, God was faithful to use David as his servant. For the next few weeks, we'll study "David: The Making of a Servant." In this series, as we study the life of David, we'll discover that regardless of our weaknesses, God can use us too.
If you missed last week's sermon about "God's Gifts," click here to watch or listen. Join us this Sunday at vrbc.net/live at 9:30 or 11:00 am to learn more!
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