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December 1
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Long Shot:
"God Wins Over My Family Tree"
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"LONG SHOT" TEACHING SERIES
KICKS OFF THIS SUNDAY--COME JOIN US!
Everyone loves a "long shot" story--the kid from the small school who makes it big in the pros, or the small company that overcomes long odds to be a leader in the marketplace. In many ways, the Christmas story is the ultimate "long shot" story! Jesus was born to poor parents in an out-of-the-way corner of the world. No one would have expected great things from him. But seemingly against all odds, the entire course of human history was changed through God's power. Join us on Sundays beginning December 1
as we explore how "God Wins" over every obstacle --in the story of Jesus' birth, and in our stories as well.
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THE PRICELESS OFFERING IS UNDERWAY!
A SEASON OF SACRIFICIAL GIVING
The PRICEless Offering is a call to give sacrificially and live invitationally, to raise an additional $250,000 for our unified budget to allow VRBC to launch new and expand existing ministries to more effectively make disciples in our church, community, and world. This offering allows VRBC to multiply Kingdom-building ministries by engaging in the following efforts:
- Planting reproducing churches
- Reaching the lost
- Investing in the next generation
- Caring for those in need
- Equipping our people
The PRICEless offering will continue through January 12. Please join us in praying that God will unleash a spirit of generosity among us that will result in more glory to Jesus and more lives transformed by the gospel! You can participate in the PRICEless offering by visiting
vrbc.net/give, giving through the VRBC app, or with the PRICEless envelopes in a worship service.
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SERVE AT THE VRBC CHRISTMAS STORE
VRBC's annual Christmas Store provides gifts, clothing, and hospitality to more
than 950 children and families in need. The Christmas Store and the days
leading up to the big event have many opportunities to serve! With more than
800 volunteer shifts in a multitude of areas, you are sure to find several ways to
help bring Christmas joy and the Good News to those in need.
SERVE OPPORTUNITIES: The 2019 Christmas Store will be held December 13 and 14, and there will be
lots of volunteer opportunities that weekend and in advance. We are hoping that
every VRBC attender will have an opportunity to interact with our guests by
serving as a GPS volunteer. To view all Christmas Store serve opportunities and to sign up to serve, go to vrbc.net/christmasstore
. And don't forget to invite
friends, family members, and coworkers to come join the fun! For more
information or questions about volunteering at the Christmas Store, please
contact Karen McCord at
karenlmccord@gmail.com
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SATURDAY | DECEMBER 7 | 7:30 AM
On Saturday morning, December 7, we are inviting men of all ages to join us for a time of food, encouragement, and networking with other guys who are following Jesus. We'll share a delicious breakfast and spend plenty of time connecting with each other. Doors open at 7:30 am for networking and coffee; breakfast will be served at 7:45 am. No reservation is necessary--just join us!
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SUNDAY | DECEMBER 8 | 12:15 PM
There are many benefits to becoming a VRBC church member! If you or someone you know would like to explore church membership, make plans now to join us for the Explore Membership Lunch on Sunday, December 8, at 12:15 pm in the Seminar Room. It is THE BEST way to find out what VRBC is all about!
At the lunch, we will share a delicious meal together, get to know each other a bit better, and then listen as church leaders talk about what it means to be a VRBC member. Lunch is FREE, and childcare is available, if reserved in advance. To RSVP or find out more, email John Hewlett at
jhewlett@vrbc.net.
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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICES
Join us for Christmas this year at any of our three family-friendly worship services! One of our favorite services of the year, Christmas at VRBC includes an inspirational message, a reading of the Christmas story, and a time of singing Christmas carols by candlelight. Childcare will be available for children 3 years old and younger.
Sunday |
December 22 | 11:00 am
Tuesday |
December 24 | 4:00 pm
Tuesday | D
ecember 24 | 6:00 pm
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VRBC THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
The VRBC offices will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
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December 7
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Christmas Store
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December 13-14
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Explore Membership Lunch
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December 8
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VRBC EspaƱol Worship Night
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December 21
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Christmas Worship Services
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December 22, 24
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