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PARENTING CONFERENCE
FEBRUARY 5, 2022 | 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! We will have fun activities for your children and students, too. You won't want to miss it! Click here for more information and to get signed up. The signup deadline is this Sunday, January 30.
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FIRST WEDNESDAY (1W)
WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 2 | 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). We hope you’ll join us!
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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.
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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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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COMMUNION
THIS SUNDAY | JANUARY 30 | 9:30 AM
During our worship service this Sunday, January 30, we will be celebrating Communion. Gluten-free wafers will be available. To participate at home, you'll need to have just a couple of things on hand: bread or crackers and grape juice or water.
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VRBC WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL
NOW ENROLLING FOR 2002-23 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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WELLNESS REMINDERS
Over the last several weeks, transmission of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been widespread within our community and our congregation. Although the majority of the cases have been mild, we wanted to remind you of a few guidelines to provide as safe and healthy an environment as possible at VRBC:
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If you or anyone in your home are experiencing any cold or flu-like symptoms, please join us online at vrbc.net instead of in person until your symptoms cease. As soon as you’re feeling better, we’d love to see you in person!
- We will continue to offer a mask-required section in the upper portion of the Worship Center for those who prefer a masked environment. Masks are optional everywhere else in the building.
Thanks for your help as we do our part to limit the spread of the virus. We look forward to seeing you Sunday in person or online!
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VRBC IS "LAUNCHING A LEGACY"!
VRBC is in a special season of giving called "Launching a Legacy." We believe God is going to use this campaign to prepare our church for great things in the coming days! Even our kids are taking part in this special activity—check out the fun offering box in the Children's Area! For all the details, check out the overview video, or visit the "Launching a Legacy" page!
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