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"Follow Jesus into Solitude"

March 27, 2022

Luke 5:12-16

PARENTING THROUGH PRAYER

TONIGHT | MARCH 23 | 6:00 TO 7:00 PM

One of the most important tools in your parenting toolbox is prayer! But many times we pray only for the needs of the moment. Join us for this Growth Intensive to learn how to pray FOR and WITH your children and students. Click here to get signed up!

CAN YOU SAY "CHARCUTERIE"?

WOMEN'S MINISTRY | MARCH 30 | 6:00 PM

The VRBC Women's Ministry would love for you to join with other women on Wednesday, March 30, starting at 6:00 pm, when we'll have the chance to put together individual charcuterie trays to take home. Julie McCord will be leading us that night!

Take advantage of this fun opportunity to build relationships and share laughter with women in our church and community! Invite your friends and neighbors to join us! We'll have dessert and a coffee bar while we fellowship together. The cost is $10 per person. Supplies will be provided. Click here to get signed up. Childcare will be available. Questions? Contact Kathy Lonborg at kathy.lonborg@verizon.net.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL "MONUMENTAL" | JUNE 13-16 | 9:00 AM–NOON

This year at VBS, kids will discover the vastness of God’s love. Studies show that many kids today struggle with feelings of inadequacy, walking through deep valleys and canyons of loneliness. At "Monumental," we’ll point kids’ eyes up, to a loving, powerful God who is bigger than . . . well, anything! As they embark on action-packed, faith-filled adventures, they’ll explore what it means to be loved by a mighty God.

For kids currently in kindergarten through 5th grade, VBS will take place June 13 through 16, from 9:00 am to noon. Learn more and register here! Interested in volunteering at VBS? Click here and click the "register" button to find your spot!

COMMUNION

THIS SUNDAY | MARCH 27 | 9:30 AM

During our worship service this Sunday, March 27, we will be celebrating Communion. All our wafers are now gluten-free. To participate at home, you'll need to have just a couple of things on hand: bread or crackers and grape juice or water.

VRBC "SAVE A LIFE" SUNDAY

SUNDAY | APRIL 3 | 8:00 AM TO 1:00 PM

Are you ready to make a difference and help to save a life? On Sunday, April 3, VRBC is hosting a blood drive with Carter BloodCare from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm in the church parking lot. Donating is conducted onsite at their mobile collection vehicle in the church parking lot and usually takes about twenty minutes.

Everyone ages 16 and older can donate blood; however, if you are 16, you must bring this Consent Form signed by your parents. You can also click here to schedule your appointment in advance. If you have any questions, contact Steve Massey at scmassey@verizon.net or 469-371-4512 or click here for more information. Watch this video to learn more about it.

ACCESS-LIFE: SPRING FLING

THIS SATURDAY | MARCH 26 | 2:00 TO 4:00 PM

Fun and fellowship for individuals and families living with disabilities including bingo, crafts, ice cream, and more! To volunteer, text Kendahl Handcock at (352) 455-9926 or email Mike Struffolino at mikestruffolino@gmail.com.

To learn more about Access-Life visit access-life.org.

EXPLORE MEMBERSHIP

SUNDAY | APRIL 3 | 11:00 AM

There are many benefits to becoming a VRBC church member! If you or someone you know would like to explore church membership, make plans now to join us for an Explore Membership gathering on Sunday, April 3, at 11:00 am. It is THE BEST way to find out what VRBC is all about! We'll enjoy some refreshments and get to know each other a bit better. We can then interact with church leaders about what it means to be a VRBC member.

For more details and to get registered, click here. If you have any questions, please email Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net.

SENIOR SUNDAY | MAY 15

ONLINE JOURNALS AVAILABLE FOR SIGNING

Join us as we celebrate our 2022 Seniors at Senior Sunday! As in years past, we will be honoring them within the service, praying over their future, and celebrating their success with their senior journals. Make sure to send our seniors off well by writing to them in their journals! All submissions are due by April 15. Click here to get started!

HOLY WEEK

APRIL 10 THROUGH APRIL 17

PALM SUNDAY | APRIL 10 | 9:30 AM | OUTDOORS

Join us on Sunday, April 10, at 9:30 am as we celebrate Palm Sunday outdoors on the south parking lot! Elementary school students will attend the service with their families, while preschool ministry will be offered inside. All Grow Groups (kids, students, and adults) will follow their normal, indoor schedule.

TABLE TO THE CROSS | THURSDAY | APRIL 14 | 7:00 PM

On the evening of Maundy Thursday, we will follow Jesus through the last twenty-four hours of His life . . . from the Last Supper table all the way to the cross. This reflective service is a meaningful time to focus on the sacrifice Jesus Christ made on our behalf and is a wonderful way to prepare your heart for the joy of Easter morning. We hope you will join us at 7:00 pm in the Worship Center. Children's ministry will be provided for preschool children.

EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 17 | 9:30 AM

Make plans now to celebrate the joy of Easter with us on Sunday, April 17, at 9:30 am. Our worship service will have special hospitality for you and your invited guests, plus fun activities for kids!

SPECIAL NOTE: No Grow Groups will meet individually from Monday, April 11 through Sunday, April 17. Instead, all groups will meet together for the Table to the Cross service on Thursday, April 14.

SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE

Please join us in praying for the people of Ukraine and for those who are serving on the ground during this time of crisis. Please pray that God would continue to fight their battle and protect them. Pray for the people of Russia, especially as many have family on both sides of the border. Pray that God would bring Putin and his war generals to repentance and swift justice.

If you would also like to give financial support, we are sending funds through these ministry partners: Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, Texas Baptist Men, and Grace Faith ministry.

For more information, please click here. To give, click here, and select “Missions – Ukraine relief” in the dropdown menu.

KENYA MISSION TRIP

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 3, 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.