GROWTH INTENSIVE:
NAVIGATING THE PANDEMIC
SUNDAY | JANUARY 17 | 5:00 PM | ONLINE
It's been 10 months and counting! Who would have ever thought at Easter that we would still be living among the harsh realities of the COVID-19 pandemic? We have experienced isolation, illness, and grief, and have been forced to learn new skills for working, connecting, and just doing life.
This month, we are offering a Growth Intensive designed to help you with the ongoing emotional and spiritual challenges that this strange season has brought. This intensive, offered in two parts, includes conversation with a panel of experts as well as discussion about how the Church has historically responded in such crises.
PART 1: THE EMOTIONAL & PHYSICAL IMPACT OF THE PANDEMIC
This past Sunday, we explored challenges to our emotional health caused by this season and what we can do to care for ourselves and others. We also heard initial information on the vaccines and how they work. If you were unable to attend Part 1 live, you can click here to see a recording.
PART 2: THE SPIRITUAL IMPACT OF THE PANDEMIC
SUNDAY | JANUARY 17 | 5:00 PM In this session, we will talk about the challenges such a season poses for our spiritual life--our connection to God and our connection to others, including our church family. We will also do a bit of historical and theological digging on how we as the Church are called to respond in such times of crisis. Click here to register for Part 2. Registrants will be sent additional reading resources and a Zoom link for the event.
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SPRING GROW GROUPS KICK OFF JAN 24
Let's face it . . . this pandemic is tough! Many of us have either been sick ourselves or had loved ones sick, and even those who have stayed physically healthy are struggling due to the isolation and anxiety that this season has brought.
With all the tough things going on, it's easy to just curl up on the couch, turn on Netflix, and hope for everything to get better! But God has made us for more than Netlix . . . he's made us for community. We are designed to connect with others! And even in this difficult circumstance, Grow Groups are a great way to do that.
We have all kinds of groups -- online, in-person, and hybrid -- at all different times during the week. Check out all the available groups HERE or by clicking the logo and sign up today!
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VRBC PRESCHOOL REOPENS JANUARY 25
REGISTRATION IS OPEN
After much prayer, research, and consultation with health and safety experts, VRBC Weekday Preschool is excited to announce that we are planning to offer three preschool options starting January 25, 2021. Our options are:
- Option 1: In-person
- Option 2: Hybrid (virtual + a social opportunity)
- Option 3: Curriculum only (online content & packets for use at home)
We want to assure you that the safety of your children is of utmost importance to us. This summer, in coordination with the other preschools in Coppell, we developed a comprehensive COVID-19 Safety and Response Plan as required by the State of Texas. Details on in-person, hybrid, and curriculum preschool options as well as the Safety and Response Plan are available on our website. We feel that this plan addresses the majority of concerns that parents may have regarding our response to COVID-19.
Registration for preschool is currently in progress. To register, visit the preschool website. If you have additional questions, please call Sarah Waters or Anna Hazelrigg at 972-304-8444.
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CHRISTMAS STORE WRITING MINISTRY
SERVE FROM HOME
Are you looking for a special way you can serve from home? Our Christmas Store Writing Ministry offers a great opportunity to share words of encouragement, support, and prayer to a few local guests from the 2020 Christmas Store, all from the comfort of your own home.
Once you sign up, we will send you a list of four names and addresses. Please use your own stationery and stamps, and mail the notes yourself when they are completed. Be sure to use the church's address instead of yours. Click here to get started. Thank you! Our Christmas Store guests will love hearing from you!
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SERVE WITH CORNERSTONE:
MLK DAY OF SERVICE
JANUARY 18, 2021
Please join us as we serve with Cornerstone on January 18 for a day of socially distanced volunteer opportunities for this year's Martin Luther King Day of Service. Please come prepared with a face mask. This year's theme is "Saved to Serve." Click here for more information and to get signed up.
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STEWARDSHIP UPDATE
It is with grateful hearts we share that contributions are ahead of budget 106% for the first quarter of the fiscal year. God is using you and your giving in powerful ways for his glory and his kingdom.
Fiscal Year Contributions: October 2020 - December 2020
Budgeted Contributions
| $911,209
| Actual Contributions
| $962,480
| Actual over Budget
| $ 51,271
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As January 1, 2021, the link on the VRBC web-site 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.
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