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August 30, 2020
David: The Making of a Servant
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 FALL FORWARD
Over the last month, we've been spending significant time praying about and discussing possibilities for our ministry plans this fall. It is a unique and challenging season to be sure, but we believe God has great plans for us in the midst of it! As we announced in the worship services this past Sunday morning, we're excited to share our plans for the months of September and October. Click here to find out more!
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GROWTH INTENSIVE:
TOGETHER BY HIS SPIRIT - EPHESIANS 2:11-22
AUGUST 30 | 5:00 TO 6:30 PM | ONLINE
In the midst of a culture that seems to be more divided than ever, Paul paints a beautifully compelling picture of how the gospel unites diverse people as they follow Jesus together. Please join us for a Growth Intensive seminar with Dr. Steve Lacey, a gifted Bible teacher and member of VRBC. Registrants will receive the Zoom link as well as suggestions for how to prepare for this timely and important conversation.
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 FALL GROW GROUP REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
ONLINE | IN PERSON | HYBRID
We are happy to announce that registration for our Fall 2020 Grow Groups is now open. Being a part of a Grow Group is a huge part of what it means to be a part of the VRBC family, and they are the best way to get connected to all the great things God is doing here. If you've never been in a group before, this is the perfect time to give it a try! And if you've been in one in the past, you already know the tremendous impact it can have on your life, so sign up today!
We're excited to offer a wide variety of Grow Group experiences this fall (Sep 13 - Dec 17) that we hope will provide an option for everyone, regardless of their comfort level with in-person gatherings. Click here for all the details and to get signed up.
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 GROCERY DELIVERY TO THE ELDERLY
LOW-RISK SERVE OPPORTUNITY!
Would you like to serve? Are you looking for a low-risk opportunity? Then, this is the perfect one for you! We are seeking committed volunteers who can serve the elderly in a special way this fall. Seniors enrolled in the CCA Golden Angels program rely on meal delivery teams to deliver weekly groceries and a boxed lunch to them on Monday mornings. We recommend teams of two to make it easier and fun. Shifts are at 9:00 am and 10:00 am.
Deliveries are contact free, which makes it safe for you and the senior citizen. Groceries are placed in your vehicle trunk by other volunteers at the food pantry through a drive-through method. You obtain about four addresses to deliver groceries. Once you arrive, you take the groceries to the doorstep and ring the door bell. The senior will wait until you leave before they come out to pick up the items from the doorstep.
If you or members of your Grow Group would like to serve in this meaningful service, please click here to sign up. If you have questions, please contact Arthur Mendes at amendes@vrbc.net.
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As many families are facing hard times during this pandemic, there are several resources available for assistance.
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For those who are actively involved in worship or Grow Groups at VRBC for at least the past two months, our deacons have a benevolence ministry to provide financial assistance. For more information or to request assistance, email Amy Wilkins at awilkins@vrbc.net. -
For additional help, or for those who are not active at VRBC, we partner with Metrocrest Services, Christian Community Action, and Irving Cares. These partners provide many resources such as financial assistance, job search and networking help, food pantries, and other resources from trained case managers. Several of these partners are currently offering back-to-school assistance for clothing, school supplies, and more. - Additionally, several internet providers like Comcast and Spectrum are offering free or low-cost internet to qualifying families as students return to school or virtual learning.
- Our VRBC pastors and deacons would also love to be praying for you. You can email any prayer requests or care needs to care@vrbc.net.
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 ACCESS LIFE
SEPTEMBER 12 | 10 AM TO 2 PM | GRAPEVINE
Only one in ten people affected by disability attend church, so Access Life has designed a free, four-hour community outreach Expo event to provide a time of Christ-centered encouragement, support, and fun for individuals and families living with disabilities.
This year's North Texas Expo will be held September 12, 2020, at Meadowmere Park in Grapevine from 10 am to 2 pm. As always, the Expos are FREE events that feature boat rides, bank fishing, archery, kayaking, animals, adaptive sports, art, crafts, games, food, and more!
New safety guidelines including COVID screening and LIMITED RESERVATION ONLY times slots. Click for more information about the Expo. To volunteer or participate, click here, visit access-life.org, or call (352) 455-9926.
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SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 13 | 9:30 AM
On Sunday, September 13, we will celebrate baptism in our outdoor (in-person) 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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WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!
NEW MEMBERS JOIN VRBC
On August 23, we were pleased to welcome several people to our VRBC family. When we are able to be together in person once again, make sure you extend a warm welcome to the newest members of our church: Yolanda Harris, Bubba and Susan Reynolds, and Jeff Burgher. Welcome to the family!
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THIS SUNDAY | WHAT YOU'LL NEED
During our worship service this Sunday, we will be celebrating Communion. To participate at home, you'll need to have just a couple of things on hand: bread or crackers and grape juice. If you don't have grape juice available, feel free to use water instead (see John 19:34).
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"DAVID: THE MAKING OF A SERVANT"
SERIES CONTINUES THIS SUNDAY
When we think of David, the first thing that comes to mind might be his defeat of Goliath, his beautiful Psalms, or maybe his reign as Israel's great King. And while all these things are true, they don't tell the whole story. He also walked through lots of tough times, many as a result of his own brokenness! But through it all, God was faithful to use David as his servant. For the next few weeks, we'll study "David: The Making of a Servant." In this series, as we study the life of David, we'll discover that regardless of our weaknesses, God can use us too.
If you missed last week's sermon about "God's Strength," click here to watch or listen. Join us this Sunday at vrbc.net/live at 9:30 or 11:00 am to learn more!
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