How to Follow Jesus for Life

Sundays starting January 21

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

Start out the new year by joining a pastor-led 6-week study to learn more about how to “Follow Jesus for Life.” Sessions will be held January 21 through February 28 with lunch served.

This class is suited to seasoned believers as well as those new to the faith – and everyone in between. If interested, please register online.

The deadline to RSVP is next Wednesday, January 17.

Childcare will be available for these sessions.

Please email our Children's Ministry Director, Michelle Yuen, to RSVP.

Journey Through Grief

Wednesdays starting January 24 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM

The Village Church cares about bringing support and hope especially to those who are experiencing loss. We invite you to a Journey Through Grief support group beginning on January 24 and continuing through February 28. Wendy McClave Elliott, LCSW, will lead the group in the Parlor each Wednesday afternoon.

For more information, please RSVP to wendymcclavelcsw@yahoo.com

Help Serve the Homeless

Saturday, January 27 | 12:00 PM

We will serve a meal to those in need at Ventura Cove, in the Mission Bay area, and share the love of Christ.

If you would like to provide baked goods like cookies, brownies, etc., and drop them off at the Church, please deliver before 12:00 PM on Thursday prior to the day of service.

Kid's Village Communion Class

Sundays beginning January 28 through March 3 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Kid's Village Room 105

4th and 5th graders are invited to attend this 6-week course on the Sacrament of Communion. Students will learn all about the meaning of the Lord's Supper and gain a foundational understanding of the Apostle's Creed and the Lord's Prayer.

Contact Michelle Yuen, Director of Children's Ministry for more information.

Interfaith Community Services Sack Lunch Assembly

Monday, January 29

1:30 - 3:30 PM

Partner with us and Interfaith Community Services of Escondido for a service opportunity (ages 12 and above). Help make sack lunches, including sandwiches, for individuals/families in need.

Please sign up at the Mission Table or contact Missions Elder Mary Proctor

Chancel Flower Dedications

Celebrate an event or honor a loved one with beautiful chancel flowers!

You may reserve a Sunday to dedicate flowers for your special occasion or person.

Dedications are $150.00 and can be purchased online.

Contact Twyla Arant for more information or any questions.

Ladle Fellowship

Youth Serve Trip

Sunday, February 4

Village Church Youth is partnering with Ladle Fellowship in downtown San Diego to serve! Our students will participate in food and beverage service. Parents and siblings are welcome!

We will serve lunch in the Youth Ministry room and leave in the church van by 12:15 PM. We'll be back at the church by 4:00 PM.

Please RSVP with Chris Hecker, Director of Youth Ministry

Souper Bowl Sunday

Collections on

February 4 & February 11

The simple act of buying a can of soup can help hundreds who are going hungry in our community. We will deliver the food to area missions as part of Souper Bowl Sunday, a national effort held each year to coincide with the run-up to the big game.

Drive-thru drop-off:

Saturday, February 10 from

10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. 

For more information contact Director of Missions, Gretchen Scruggs.

QUICK LINKS

• January 21: How to Follow Jesus for Life
• January 24: Journey Through Grief
• January 27: Help Serve the Homeless
• January 28: Kid's Village Communion Class
• January 29: Interfaith Community Service
• February 4: Ladle Fellowship Youth Serve Trip
• February 4-11: Souper Bowl Sunday

See you on Sunday!