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FIRST WEDNESDAY (1W): TONIGHT!
WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 9 | 6:00 to 7:00 PM
In recent months, Pastor Larry and our pastoral staff have increasingly felt led by the Holy Spirit to equip VRBC to strengthen our prayer – as individuals and as a church. As part of this conviction, we will be gathering in the Seminar Room on the first Wednesday of each month this spring to pray together.
At First Wednesday (1W), we will aspire to tune our hearts to the Holy Spirit through worship, to offer specific training on the many-splendored facets of prayer, and then to unleash you to pray about a broad variety of topics in a broad variety of ways (including praise, thanksgiving, confession, and requests for guidance and spiritual growth).
Because of last week's icy weather, First Wednesday was rescheduled to this week. We hope you’ll join us TONIGHT, February 9, at 6:00 pm in the Seminar Room!
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CORNERSTONE: FIRST THURSDAY
TOMORROW | 9:00 AM TO 1:30 PM
On the first Thursday of every month, VRBC supplies food and volunteers to provide hot meals through Cornerstone Baptist Church. These meals, prepared at VRBC and delivered and served at Cornerstone, feed homeless individuals in the Fair Park area of Dallas. Preparation begins at VRBC at 9:00 am and serving wraps up around 1:30 at Cornerstone.
Because of last week’s icy weather, VRBC First Thursday became “second” Thursday this week, and we would love to have you join us! Click here for details and to get signed up.
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FOLLOW JESUS IN BAPTISM
THIS SUNDAY | FEBRUARY 13 | 9:30 AM
On Sunday, February 13, we will celebrate baptism in our morning worship service at 9:30 am, and we would love for you to be a part of it! If you are a follower of Jesus but have never been baptized, this is a great opportunity to take that step. If God has been nudging you to be baptized, we'd love to visit with you about it! For more information, contact Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net.
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MEN'S BREAKFAST
SATURDAY | FEBRUARY 19 | 7:45 TO 9:00 AM
Join us on Saturday, February 19, at 7:45 am for a breakfast with other VRBC guys of all ages! You'll have the chance to have a great breakfast, connect with other men, learn a little, and laugh a lot. It's a perfect opportunity to bring a friend or a neighbor! (Teenage sons are welcome as well!) Jim Zoda will be our speaker for that morning. No RSVP is necessary. For more information, contact Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
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DEEPLY ROOTED KICKOFF
FEBRUARY 20 | 11:00 AM | WORSHIP CENTER
When walking though a forest, it's easy to be impressed by the majesty of the trees towering above you. But perhaps even more impressive is something you can't see: the complex system of roots beneath the ground that support and nourish the tree. The same is true of the Christian life. When you see someone thriving, filled with love, joy, and peace regardless of their circumstances, you can be sure that beneath the surface, their spiritual life is supported by a deep connection with Christ. They are deeply rooted.
Beginning February 20, our Grow Groups will be going through a nine-week experience called "Deeply Rooted" that is designed to strengthen and deepen your faith. Through brief, daily devotions, weekly Grow Group conversations, and several unique experiences, you will have the opportunity to extend your roots deeper into Jesus, enabling you to thrive, no matter what is happening around you.
For more information, check out the INTRO VIDEO.
If you aren’t in a Grow Group yet, it’s not too late! You can join one of our existing groups at vrbc.net/grow. If you’d like to experience "Deeply Rooted" but aren’t ready to join a group in person, you can also register for an online "Deeply Rooted" group at that same link. If you are already in a group, begin praying now that God would use this season to strengthen and deepen your faith and to bless our church!
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CHILDCARE WORKER POSITIONS
BABIES THROUGH PRESCHOOLERS
We are seeking loving, helping hands for our young kids! If you enjoy working with young children (babies through preschoolers) and would enjoy sharing your gifts a few hours every week, we have the perfect opportunity for you! These are paid positions, with various shifts available:
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Mondays and Wednesdays: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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Sunday mornings: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
- Wednesday nights: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
For more details, contact Priscila Mendes at pmendes@vrbc.net.
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VRBC CORNHOLE LEAGUE
CALLING ALL PLAYERS!
We'd like to invite all adults to come enjoy a bag-tossin' good time as part of our new spring tradition — the VRBC Cornhole League! It'll be a great time to hang out together for a few Sunday afternoons and get to know some other adults at VRBC.
Regular season play begins Sunday, March 27, at VRBC and continues every Sunday afternoon through May 1 (skipping Easter.) During the regular season, each two-person team will be scheduled for one 30-minute game per week.
Online registration is open and runs through March 6, 2022. You can sign up as a team or as an individual and we will pair you up with someone. The cost is $10 per person (scholarships are available). Space is limited so register soon! Click here for more details and to get signed up. Questions? Email Trey Deloach.
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MEALS WITH A MISSION
FEBRUARY 25-26 | VRBC
Serving our community is part of VRBC's DNA, and one of our favorite ways to do that is through cooking! With that in mind, we are excited to invite you to join us for "Meals with a Mission."
Every quarter, VRBC volunteers prepare and distribute several hundred meals right here in the VRBC kitchen to distribute to families in need in our community. Our next event will be held on February 25 and 26 and we would love to have you serving right along with us! There are a variety of serve opportunities available—take a look here and find the one that suits you best. Meal distribution will be a contactless, drive-through process. For more information, email Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
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VRBC WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL
NOW ENROLLING FOR 2022-23 YEAR
AGES 18 MONTHS TO 4 YEARS
Preschool online registration for Fall 2022 is now open! The 2022-2023 preschool year will begin on September 6, 2022, and end on May 11, 2023. For class options, fees, and steps to register, visit our website. If you have additional questions or if you would like to schedule a tour, please contact Sarah Waters or Anna Hazelrigg at 972-304-8444.
We want to assure you that the safety of your children is of utmost importance to us. In coordination with the other preschools in Coppell, we have developed and implemented a comprehensive COVID-19 Safety and Response Plan as required by the State of Texas and following the guidelines set forth by the CDC. Details on this Safety and Response Plan are also available on our website. We feel that this plan addresses the majority of concerns that parents may have regarding our response to COVID-19.
We would love to have your child come learn with us!
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PARENTING CONFERENCE: NEW DATE!
MARCH 5 | 9:00 AM TO 12:30 PM
Parenting in today's world is a real challenge! We want to resource parents to raise kids well and build strong families. Hear from expert Dr. Shelly Melia about the crucial role parents play in raising children and students. Even if your kids are already teenagers, it's not too late! We have lots of helpful content for you to run the race well and to finish strong. In our breakout sessions, we will tackle tough topics like talking to your kids about sex, raising good stewards, parenting in the digital age, coping with pressure, and more! Click here for more details and to get registered. You won't want to miss it!
PLEASE NOTE: Childcare registration is available only through February 23.
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KENYA MISSION TRIP
SEPTEMBER 26 – OCTOBER 4, 2022
This fall, VRBC will be partnering with African Christian Outreach (ACO) on a mission trip to Kenya, led by VRBC-supported missionary Tom Stickney. On this trip, we will minister to the entire ACO staff team at their annual conference through worship, training, and kids ministry. We will also be able to see the beauty of Kenya by going on a three-day safari together! The trip cost is estimated to be $3,200 plus airfare (estimated to be around $900). Elementary school age and older are eligible to apply; children younger than 9th grade will need to have a parent on the trip.
Click here for more details and to apply. Questions? Please contact Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net.
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