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October 20
, 2019
The Kingdom:
"What Is the Kingdom of God All About?"
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"THE KINGDOM" BEGINS THIS SUNDAY | OCTOBER 20
Sometimes people think of "becoming a Christian" as praying a certain prayer or believing a certain set of truths. But the picture the Bible paints of following Christ is much, much bigger than that! When we trust Jesus through faith, he actually takes us out of one kingdom and brings us into a
brand new one--the kingdom of God. And in this kingdom, Jesus wears the crown! There is still struggle and heartache, to be sure. But we can live with confidence knowing that Jesus is on the throne and he is in the process of renovating everything (including us) for his glory. Join us on Sundays beginning October 20
as we explore what life looks like in "The Kingdom."
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JORDAN & TONIA SCHUMACHER RECEPTION
SUNDAY | OCTOBER 20 | 12:15 PM
Please join us this Sunday, October 20, immediately following the second worship service, as we celebrate Jordan and Tonia Schumacher. As Executive Pastor, Jordan led our church faithfully for over three years. We look forward to spending some time in fellowship together as we honor and celebrate the Schumacher family and thank them for their service to VRBC.
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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 two unique Growth Intensives for you to pick from:
THURSDAY | OCTOBER 17 | 6:00 TO 8:00 PM
Parenting with Love and Logic--presented by VRBC Women's Ministry
"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 of toddlers to teens! You might even win a door prize! Click
HERE to sign up.
Childcare for 5th grade and under is available by reservation. (You can sign up on the registration form.)
SUNDAY | OCTOBER 20 | 5:00 TO 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 often encounter when learning about Jesus. 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.
PAST GROWTH INTENSIVES
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o access the recordings and notes for our August 2019 sessions, "Hearing God: Learning to Listen" and "Colossians 3: A Vision for a Transforming Life," please visit vrbc.net/intensives or click the GROW tab on the VRBC App.
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SUNDAY | OCTOBER 27 | 5:00 TO 7:00 PM
Everyone is invited to enjoy a time of fall fun and fellowship! Family Fall Fest is
a churchwide event to invite friends and neighbors to come meet us, come meet
our weekday preschool families, and build stronger relationships with one
another.
The festivities begin on October 27 at 5:00 pm on the north lawn of the church. There will be
FREE
food and games for everyone, as well as prizes and bounce houses for
the kids. Come ready for fun (but please, for the safety and wellbeing of our
children, no costumes), and remember to invite your neighbors and your friends!
The festival will conclude at 7:00 pm.
There are plenty of opportunities to serve at Family Fall Fest!
Do you love making desserts (or know where to buy yummy ones)? Do you
have a little extra time to help set up or clean up or welcome a guest? Have you
always wanted to be a bounce house monitor?
CLICK HERE to sign up for these
and other fun serve opportunities!
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PROPOSED 2019-2020 ANNUAL BUDGET
OFFICIAL VOTE: OCTOBER 20
Pursuant to our church bylaws, after approval by Church Council and the Finance/ Human Resources Committee, the proposed 2019-2020 Annual Budget is available for online review at
vrbc.net/finance.
On October 20, 2019, the official vote on the budget by the congregation will be held during the worship service.
Any questions should be directed to Donna Blankenship at
dblankenship@vrbc.net
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NOVEMBER 3 | 6:00 PM | SEMINAR ROOM
Join us on Sunday, November 3, at 6:00 pm for a Church Family Gathering! At this gathering, which will serve as the church's annual meeting, we'll share a meal together, listen to stories about the good things God is doing among us, and hear updates from the Church Council and staff about where we've been as a church over the last year, as well as exciting updates about where God is leading us in the new year. Dinner and childcare are included, and no RSVP is needed. Hope to see you there!
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WISDOM WARRIORS:
LUNCH & HYMN SING
THURSDAY |
NOVEMBER 7 | 11:30 AM
"Wisdom Warriors" is a ministry for senior adults to build community and fellowship together. Join us on Thursday, November 7 in the Seminar Room on the east end of the lobby to share a delicious meal, hear special music, and sing hymns together. There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP by November 4 to Ann Kelly at
anntkelly@verizon.net
. If transportation is needed to the event, please indicate this in your RSVP.
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THE VRBC CHRISTMAS STORE IS COMING SOON!
SAVE THE DATE! This year's annual Christmas Store will take place on Friday, December 13, and Saturday, December 14. This is our church's largest volunteer event, where we provide toys, clothing, and food at no cost to families in need from our community and from Cornerstone Baptist Church, our sister church in South Dallas. Volunteer signups will begin November 3. For more information, click
here
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DONATE GIFTS FOR ADULTS:
While volunteers purchase all of the toys and gifts in advance for children at the Christmas Store, we depend on the congregation to donate new or nearly new gifts for their parents and guardians. Please consider donating men's or women's items such as jewelry, tools, sporting goods/memorabilia, toiletries, cosmetics, clothes, belts, shoes, etc. We also would love donations of Christmas-themed gift bags and tissue paper. Donations may be dropped off in Coppell at 517 Pedmore Drive or 747 Pelican Lane in the bins provided outside, at the church office during business hours, or on Sundays in the bins provided in the church lobby.
NEW THIS YEAR!
In 2019, as our guests arrive at the Christmas Store, we will invite them to a small group Welcome Session where we will have an opportunity to thank them for coming, let them know what to expect, share the gospel with them, and give them information about the ministries available for their families at VRBC and Cornerstone.
Since every guest will have heard a clear presentation of the gospel at the Welcome Session, we will ask all Christmas Store volunteers (regardless of where they are serving) to focus on building relationships with our guests, and to watch for opportunities where the Holy Spirit might be opening a door for them to share their own faith story. Training will be provided.
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Dinner for 8
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October 12-22
(various dates)
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Wisdom Warriors
Lunch & Hymn Sing
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November 7
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| Growth Intensives |
October 17, 20
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Baptism |
November 10
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VRBC Budget Vote
Click
here for more information.
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October 20 |
Explore Membership Lunch |
December 8 |
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Family Fall Fest
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October 27
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Christmas Store
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December 13-14
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Church Family Gathering/
Annual Meeting
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November 3
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