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March 10, 2019
The Path of Most Resistance:
"Welcoming Distractions"
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THE PATH OF MOST RESISTANCE
NEW TEACHING SERIES BEGINS THIS SUNDAY
That looks like a typo, doesn't it? It's human nature to try to find the path of
least
resistance, right? Who would want the path of
most
resistance? As we continue our study of the gospel of Mark, this week we'll begin a new teaching series that focuses on the fact that Jesus never took the easy way out. Instead, he embraced the hardships and suffering he faced as he obediently lived out the plan God had for him. And as we marvel at Jesus' love and grace, we'll ask him to help us learn to take "The Path of Most Resistance" as well.
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SEASON OF LENT BEGINS TODAY
Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. For many centuries, followers of Jesus have set aside the weeks leading up to Easter as a special time of focusing on the life and death of Jesus as a way of preparing for the celebration of the Resurrection on Easter Sunday. For more on Lent and how we're observing the season at VRBC, check out the attached video.
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EASTER SUNDAY SERVE OPPORTUNITIES
APRIL 21 | 9:30 AND 11:00 AM
Make plans now to celebrate the joy of Easter morning with us on Sunday, April 21 at 9:30 or 11:00 am. Both worship services will have special hospitality for you and your invited guests, plus fun activities for kids, including Easter egg hunts!
For many, Easter provides the first opportunity to hear the gospel and we desire to provide the most inviting atmosphere to welcome our many guests. Help us make a difference in the lives of more than 1300 expected attenders this Easter.
SERVE:
Help provide a warm and impactful environment by serving on the Welcome Team or in the Children's Ministry. We are expecting lots of guests, so there are many opportunities to serve!
CLICK HERE
to sign up.
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VRBC WELCOMES 15 NEW MEMBERS
This past Sunday, we had the privilege of watching John Nelson and Gracelin Nelson follow Jesus in believer's baptism. We also were able to celebrate with 15 people who have committed to Worship, Grow, Serve, and Invite at VRBC! Help us extend a big welcome to Martha-Allison Blewer, Jeremy Bourquin, Diana Eichelberger, Nelson Koilmani, Gracelin Nelson, John Nelson, Mabel Nelson, Emily Reynolds, Jason Reynolds, Lisa Reynolds, Amy Strauss, Daniel Stuckey, Daryl Plank, Holly Plank and Cooper Van Remmen!
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SATURDAY | APRIL 13 | 3:00 TO 5:00 PM
Come to play and make new friends at Family Game Day on Saturday, April 13,
at VRBC! There will be fun games for kids of all ages (including adults!), and lots
of great food.
INVITE: Family Game Day is a FREE, churchwide, fellowship event and an
opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to get to know us and have fun
together. The entire event is designed to intentionally promote the development
of relationships across all ages and backgrounds. So come enjoy fun, food, and
fellowship with our church family and community!
To email a personalized Family Game Day invitation, CLICK HERE. Then click on the "SHARE" image, type in the requested information, and send. It's that easy!
SERVE: If you are interested in serving at Family Game Day,
CLICK HERE to sign up. For more
information, contact Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net.
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EASTER EGG FILLER DONATIONS
DONATIONS DUE SUNDAY APRIL 7
VR Kids will be hunting Easter eggs as part of their Easter Sunday experience! We've got plenty of eggs and we invite you to participate by bringing the fillers--small toys, erasers, stickers, stamps, and candy. Please drop off the egg fillers in the donation bins provided around the church by April 7.
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DON'T FORGET TO CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS!
THIS SATURDAY | MARCH 9
Just a friendly reminder that daylight savings time begins this weekend, so be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night before you go to bed.
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Cool Choir Club: "A Not So Terrible Parable"
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April 7
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Mother's Day
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May 12
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Family Game Day
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April 13
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Senior Sunday
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May 19
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Table to the Cross Service
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April 18
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Newcomers Reception
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June 2
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Easter
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April 21
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Vacation Bible School
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June 10-14
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Explore Membership
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April 28
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86:12 Mission Trip
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June 15-22
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Wisdom Warriors Lunch
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May 2
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