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February 28, 2021
S1:E6 "Counterfeit Snakes"
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MEN'S BREAKFAST: THIS SATURDAY!
FEBRUARY 27 | 7:45 TO 9:30 AM
In response to the recent cold winter weather, the VRBC Men's Breakfast has been rescheduled for THIS Saturday, February 27. Please plan to join us 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.
As a special treat, Dr. Richard Thomas Vann Jr. will be our guest speaker. Dr. Vann is Director of the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry-Chaplaincy degree program at Dallas Baptist University. From 1969-2004 he served in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force Reserve, as a chaplain in the Colorado Army National Guard, U.S. Army, and U.S. Army Reserve, retiring from the Army with the rank of Colonel in 2004.
Bring your own chair, and bring a friend! (Teenage sons are welcome as well!) This event will be outdoors in the south parking lot at VRBC. All safety measures will be observed (social distancing, hand sanitizers, and masks). No RSVP is necessary. For more information, contact Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
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SUPPORT FOR THOSE AFFECTED
BY WINTER STORMS
We know many in our church and community were impacted by the winter storms last week. While many were able to recover quickly, we are aware that some may still be struggling. If you need support (prayer, volunteer help, counseling, etc.), please send an email to care@vrbc.net, and one of our pastors will respond quickly. If you would like to volunteer to help those who are trying to clean out or repair damage to their homes, please contact amendes@vrbc.net.
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DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT: THE PRINCE OF EGYPT
FRIDAY | MARCH 5 | 6:30 PM | FREE
You and the whole family are invited to join us for a very special drive-in movie night! On Friday, March 5, we'll be able to see the story of Exodus come alive on the big screen as we watch "The Prince of Egypt" together in the south parking lot! You can bring chairs or blankets and sit outside, or watch from the safety and comfort of your own car. We'll gather at 6:30 pm for refreshments and the movie will start at 7:00 pm. This event is free and no registration is required. Can't wait to see you there!
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CHURCH FAMILY GATHERING: VIRTUAL
MARCH 7 | 6:30 PM | ONLINE
Join us on Sunday, March 7, at 6:30 pm for a Church Family Gathering! At this online gathering, we'll celebrate the good things God is doing among us during this season. We'll share updates from the Church Council and staff about ministries, finances, and upcoming plans, and brainstorm together about how to best fulfill our mission. We'll also have an opportunity to connect and pray with staff and other VRBC attenders. Stay tuned for Zoom details. Hope to see you there!
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SUNDAY | MARCH 7 | 9:30 AM
On Sunday, March 7, 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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MEALS WITH A MISSION
NEW SERVE OPPORTUNITY | MARCH 19 & 20
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 introduce a brand-new ministry: "Meals with a Mission."
Every quarter, VRBC volunteers will prepare meals right here in the VRBC kitchen to distribute to families in need in our community. Our first "Meals with a Mission" event will kick off March 19 and 20, and we are looking forward to preparing and distributing several hundred meals for members of our community. There will be a variety of serve opportunities available--take a look here and find the one that suits you best. We would love to have you serving right along with us! All Covid precautions will be followed; meal distribution will be a contactless, drive-through process. For more information, email Arthur Mendes at amendes@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 brand-new 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. Here are some of the details.
How long are the games and when are they played? Regular season play begins Sunday, March 28, at VRBC (south parking lot) and continues every Sunday afternoon through May 16; the final tournament will be held May 23. During the regular season, each team will be scheduled for one 30-minute game per week. For the end of the season tournament, you could play multiple games if you keep winning!
I've never played before. Can I still participate? No problem! We'll have "Cornhole College" from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on March 28 to teach you the rules, how to play, and give you some practice time before the games start at 2:00 p.m.
When is registration? Online registration opens today and runs through March 15, 2021. League information will be emailed to all registered players on or around March 21. Space is limited so register soon! The league will be made up of two-person teams. You can sign up as a team or an individual and we will pair you up with someone. The cost is $10 per person (scholarships are available).
Social distancing rules apply. All games will be outdoors, weather permitting. Click here for more information and to get signed up! Questions? Email Trey Deloach.
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An evil villain. An unlikely hero. A miraculous escape and a daunting journey. It sounds like the premise for a new Netflix series, but it's actually the true story of the Israelites' journey in the book of Exodus! This spring, we'll be "binge-watching" this story together, and not only will we be entertained, we will be changed! Join us this Sunday as we continue the journey!
How to connect:
- Worship services: Weekly messages from Exodus--In-person at 9:30 am on Sundays or online on-demand.
- Grow Groups: Weekly conversations about Exodus--You can get signed up at vrbc.net/grow.
- At home: Daily readings/devotions--Online at vrbc.net/exodus or on the VRBC app.
- Family ministries--Click here to find out about all the opportunities for parents to engage with their children and students at home during our Exodus series.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FAITHFUL GIVING!
As of January 1, 2021, the link on the VRBC website and the VRBC app takes you directly to the new giving page. Please follow these steps (click here) to make a one-time donation or you can begin recurring donations. Please contact us if you have any questions: jhewlett@vrbc.net or dblankenship@vrbc.net.
Fiscal Year Contributions: October 2020 - January 2021
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Budgeted Contributions
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$1,086,039
| Actual Contributions
| $1,195,104
| Actual Over Budget
| $ 109,065 |
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VRBC EVENTS: WHAT'S COMING UP
It's starting to warm up a little outside and we've got a lot of great activities on the calendar! Take a look at our events page to get all the details. We're adding new events just about every week so check back often to stay up to date.
FEBRUARY
Men's Breakfast (02/27)
MARCH
Drive-In Movie Night (03/05)
Baptism (03/07)
APRIL
Easter Sunrise Devotion (04/04)
Easter Worship (04/04)
Dinner for Eight (04/24)
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