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September 22
, 2019
"God Is
My Provider"
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"GOD IS . . ."
SERMON SERIES
There's no getting around it--life is tough. And much of the time, many of us feel anxious. Or invisible. Hopeless. Lost. But the Bible has good news for those who struggle: God loves us, and he is the one who can meet all of our needs. This Sunday, we'll continue our teaching series called, "God Is . . . ," where we explore Biblical names for God that give us a window into who he really is. Join us this Sunday and bring a friend! Click
HERE to send a personal invitation!
To check out the series trailer video, click the logo!
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When I feel:
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God Is:
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| 9/22 |
Hopeless |
My Provider |
| 9/29 |
Attacked |
My Banner |
| 10/6 |
Lost |
My Shepherd |
| 10/13 |
Anxious |
My Peace |
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PROPOSED 2019-2020 ANNUAL BUDGET
TOWN HALL MEETING | SEPTEMBER 25 | 6:30 PM
Pursuant to our church bylaws, after approval by Church Council and the Finance/Human Resources Committee, the proposed 2019-2020 Annual Budget will be available for online review at
vrbc.net/finance
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There will be a Town Hall Meeting for presentation and review of the proposed budget on Wednesday evening, September 25, in the Seminar Room at 6:30 pm. This meeting will be in advance of the official vote on the budget by the congregation on October 20, 2019, during the worship service.
If you have questions before the meeting or are unable to attend the meeting, please send your inquiries to Jordan Schumacher at jordans@vrbc.net.
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DROP YOUR PANTS CLOTHING DRIVE
This year's "Drop Your Pants" clothing drive was a HUGE success! Clothing donations rolled in all afternoon and resulted in an amazing number of items being donated to the Cornerstone Clothes Closet.
These donations, a big increase from last year, will allow the facility to meet the needs of the community for the next several months.
The amount of clothing collected was only part of this amazing story. All of these donations were managed by an army of 114 cheerful volunteers who worked tirelessly throughout the day in the Texas heat. Additional volunteers also staffed multiple drop-off locations and brought donations to Victory Plaza during the drive. VRBC was well represented with nearly two dozen volunteers at the event, as well as great leadership from the Sturms, the Walkers, and the Parkers.
Thank you so much to everyone for your efforts in making "Drop Your Pants 6" a success!
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VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCH
SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 29 | 12:15 PM
VRBC volunteers are all-stars, consistently going above and beyond to help our
church achieve the mission. So our staff wants to say a BIG thank you! If you serve
consistently at VRBC in any of our ministries, we'd love to celebrate and honor
you and your family on Sunday, September 29, at 12:15 pm at our MVP Volunteer
Appreciation Lunch. At this tailgate-themed event, you'll enjoy all your favorite
game-day favorites, like BBQ, nachos, pizza, and so much more. Plus, we'll play
some fun games and enjoy fellowship with one another. Feel free to bring your family. No RSVP is
required.
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SUNDAY | OCTOBER 6 | 12:15 PM
If you're new to VRBC, or if you've been attending for a while but have never taken the step of membership, we'd love to invite you to our next Explore Membership Lunch! This lunch will be on Sunday, October 6, at 12:15 pm in the Seminar Room, and it's THE BEST way to find out what membership at VRBC is all about!
At the lunch, we will share a delicious meal together, get to know each other a bit better, 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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Life is better with friends and food! This October, join us on various nights throughout the month as we kick off "Dinner for 8."
Dinners will be hosted by VRBC members, in their homes, with the express purpose of enjoying a meal and time together with fellow VRBC members and attendees. If you've been looking for an opportunity to meet some new folks at the church, reconnect with friends from another group or service, or reach out to someone new to the church family, this event is a great way to stay connected. There is no cost to attend, but each dinner night and location is limited to eight people. Click HERE to sign up! For more information, contact Elaine Carlton at elaine.carlton@gmail.com.
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WEDNESDAYS | OCTOBER 9 - NOVEMBER 20 | 6 TO 7 PM
Join with other women this fall to study the New Testament book of James: Living a Life of Genuine Faith. This study by Jen Wilkin will challenge you to move beyond loving God with just your heart to loving Him with your mind.
Children's choir is available for kindergarten through 5th grade. Childcare will be provided for PreK 5 and younger. F
or more information, contact Karen Simmang at
ksimmang@vrbc.net. Click
HERE to sign up.
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OCTOBER 17, 20 | SIGN UP TODAY!
At VRBC, Grow Groups are the heart of our Grow ministry. If you're already in a group, a great way to supplement your experience is by taking part in one of our Growth Intensives. Growth Intensives are an opportunity for short-term, intensive engagement with a topic that will help you grow to become more like Jesus. This
fall we have three unique Growth Intensives for you to pick from:
THURSDAY | OCTOBER 17 | 6:30-8:30 PM
Parenting with Love and Logic
"Love and Logic" teaches parents how to hold their kids accountable through empathy, love, and compassion. Brenda Bird, a "Love and Logic" trainer, will be sharing parenting tips and tools during this Growth Intensive session. This is a great opportunity for parents from toddlers to teens! You might even win a door prize! Click
HERE to sign up.
Life Without Lack: A Meditation on Psalm 23
The psalmist claims to live without any need and without any fear. How is that possible? Is this just a nice sounding poem? Or does it describe real life in relationship to God? Join us as we take a look at this well-loved passage from perhaps a new perspective that will challenge us on how to live as if it is actually true.
Click HERE to sign up.
SUNDAY | OCTOBER 20 | 5:00-7:00 pm
Bridge Building: Learning to Connect with Your Indian Neighbors
Over the last several years, thousands of people (primarily Hindus) have relocated from India to our neighborhood. As followers of Jesus, we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves, but the cultural differences can make this a challenge! This informative Growth Intensive will include the basics of Hindu culture/spirituality and obstacles that Hindus have with Christianity. We will also be learning about building relationships, engaging in spiritual conversations, and practical ministry tips for our interaction with our Hindu neighbors.
Click HERE to sign up.
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CHURCH LEADERSHIP NOMINATIONS
NOMINATIONS DUE OCTOBER 9
The Ministry Placement Committee is now accepting
nominations for the Church Leadership Candidate Group. This group will be the source of candidates for:
- Church Council
- Ministry Placement Committee
- Finance/Human Resource Committee
- Deacons
Self-nominations are a vital part of creating our Church Leadership Candidate Group. If you are interested in serving in some capacity, please review the
applicable commitment form and qualifications. You may then email Jordan Schumacher at
jordans@vrbc.net
with your self-nomination, along with where you would like to serve (Church Council, Deacon, etc.). Additionally, if you know of someone who would make a good candidate for the Church Leadership Candidate Group, please encourage him or her to complete the self-nomination process. Nominations should be submitted by October 9.
The Ministry Placement Team, in conjunction with the current Deacons and Church Council, will use the self-nominations, along with nominations from Church Council, Deacons, Grow Group leaders, and church ministerial staff, to recommend final nominees to Church Council. Church Council will use the list of nominees to develop a final slate for presentation to church members for approval and vote.
For a complete description of roles, responsibilities, and qualifications, please refer to the VRBC Bylaws at
vrbc.net/bylaws.
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Since 1997 Claudia has led multiple church planting expeditions to several countries through e3 Partners. Claudia now serves as the Chief Staff Officer for e3, which enables the ministry to steward God's people by helping them find their place in God's unfolding story and maximize their impact.
Her direct field ministry includes serving on the Germany Strategy team that focuses on church planting among German nationals and outreach to immigrants and refugees. Claudia leads short-term mission teams to Germany in partnership with local churches, which are reaching people with the gospel of Christ and connecting them with long-term discipleship opportunities.
Claudia says, "From day one, when God called me to serve full-time through e3 Partners, it has been an amazing journey fueled by the partnership of our home church, Valley Ranch Baptist. It is a privilege to represent Christ and all of you as we expand the Kingdom of God throughout the nations." Claudia asks that her VRBC family pray that God would give her wisdom and spiritual discernment to accomplish His will.
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Women's Ministry Event
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September 19 |
Growth Intensives |
October 17, 20 |
Parent Child Dedication
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September 22 |
Family Fall Fest |
October 27 |
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MVP Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
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September 29
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Church Family Gathering/
Annual Meeting
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November 3
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| Explore Membership Lunch |
October 6 |
Wisdom Warriors
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November 7
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| Women's Bible Study: James |
October 9-
November 20
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Baptism |
November 10
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Dinner for Eight
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October 12-22
(various dates)
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Christmas Store
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December 13-14
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