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July 14
, 2019
Guaranteed: Claiming the Sure Promises of God
"The Promise of God's Presence"
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OUR NEW SERIES, "GUARANTEED," KICKS OFF
THIS SUNDAY
SUNDAY | JULY 14 | 9:30 AND 11 AM
In our marketing-driven culture, filled with YouTube commercials and endless pop-up ads, we are all too familiar with the "guarantee." We constantly see phrases like "30-day money-back guarantee," or "Act now . . . satisfaction guaranteed!" As followers of Jesus, though, we have a set of guarantees more outlandish and more reliable than any marketing gimmick to be found online. God has extended a series of "one-way promises" to us--not because we bought something, but because of his grace. Join us on Sunday mornings in July as we explore the sure promises of God!
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SPEAKING UP FOR THE GOSPEL AND THE VOICELESS
In his sermon this past Sunday (available
here
), Pastor Larry challenged us to use our voice, like Esther, to speak up for the gospel and to speak up for the voiceless. As you do that this week, we have gathered together some suggestions, resources, and VRBC partner ministries that you might find helpful.
Learn more by
clicking here
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THIS SUNDAY | JULY 14 | 12:15 PM
If you or someone you know would like to learn more about membership at VRBC, the Explore Membership Lunch is THE BEST way to find out what VRBC is all about! After sharing a delicious meal and getting to know each other, church leaders will talk about what it means to be a VRBC member.
Lunch is
FREE
, and childcare is available, if reserved in advance.
CLICK HERE to see some of the benefits of becoming an official church member!
To learn more or to RSVP to attend the Explore Membership Lunch,
email
John Hewlett at
jhewlett@vrbc.net
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SUNDAY | JULY 21 | 7:00 TO 8:30 PM
Join us from 7:00 to 8:30 pm on Sunday, July 21 in the student auditorium for The Scoop! At this fun summer
event we'll have:
- An ice cream bar (Bring your favorite ice cream to share and we'll provide toppings!)
- Informative and engaging talks from VRBC favorites Jeff Lamb, Marv Knox, and Deirdre LaNoue
- A dramatic Scripture presentation by Greg English, and
- A preview of a new Grow ministry coming soon to VRBC!
Get the
scoop--see you there!
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VOLUNTEER TO HELP "SACK SUMMER HUNGER"
EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH AUGUST 10 | 9 TO 11 AM
Volunteer every Saturday morning this summer through August 10 at VRBC from 9:00 to 11:00 am to assemble and deliver weekly nutritious food sacks for Valley Ranch families in need.
On the final Saturday, August 10, we will be delivering backpacks with school supplies, and praying for the children as they prepare to return back to school.
SERVE OPPORTUNITY: This is a great serve opportunity for everyone, including Grow Groups, families with young children, and students. It is also a wonderful opportunity to invite your non-Christian friends to serve alongside you, so they can see God's love in action.
CLICK HERE to learn more about how you can volunteer and to sign up!
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VALLEY RANCH BACKPACK DRIVE
BEGINS SUNDAY, JULY 28
Each year during VRBC's
Backpack Drive, we deliver backpacks filled with school supplies to some of our
neighboring children at Tom Landry Elementary School and the surrounding area
who need assistance. This year our goal is to fill 175 backpacks, which will be given
to students at Landry Elementary and the families we have been serving through
Sack Summer Hunger. The church will provide the backpacks, and the
congregation is asked to provide the needed school supplies.
Empty backpacks will
be available for pick-up in the church lobby after the worship service on Sunday,
July 28. A school supply list will be enclosed for your use in purchasing school
supplies. Feel free to pick up and fill as many backpacks as you would like! Please
return filled backpacks to the church on Sunday, August 4 or 11. For more
information, contact Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net.
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FRIDAY | JULY 26 | 6:00 TO 8:30 PM
"Parents Night Out--Kids Night In" gives busy parents a chance to have a night on their own and lets their children enjoy a fun evening at VRBC. While parents enjoy a kid-free evening out, kids will have a great night of fun activities, games, and more!
"Parents Night Out--Kids Night In" will be held in the VRBC Children's Area, from 6:00 to 8:30 pm on July 26. Please feed your children prior to dropping them off. Infants through (just finished) 5th-grade children are welcome to attend. Sign up for this event by
clicking here
. Deadline to sign up is Tuesday, July 23.
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In an effort to keep our congregation well informed on the state of current congregational giving and attendance trends, and in response to some good feedback we've received, the previous months' budget numbers are posted to our website for quick and easy viewing. This information is regularly updated on the second week of each month.
CLICK HERE to see the latest report.
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JUVENAL AND KATTY BEJAR
The Bejars host North American churches on mission trips to experience the transforming power of evangelism and discipleship alongside national church members. Their goals are to start new churches and to train new leaders. Currently, they train around 400 pastors and leaders every year in Cuba, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru.
The Bejars ask that we pray for their health, strength, and finances for mission trips.
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Explore Membership Lunch
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July 14
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VRBC Backpack Drive |
July 28
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The Scoop
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July 21
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"Celebrating 20 Years of Impact"
honoring Pastor Larry and Jaletta Parsley
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August 25
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Parents Night Out
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July 26
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