August MIX 2018 by Vineyard Columbus

M I N I S T RY C O N TAC T S Bookstore Jeff Baker, 614.259.5323 Career Ministry Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 Church Planting Stephen Van Dop, 614.259.5303 Community Center 614.259.5503 Community Life/Small Groups Deb George, 614.259.5358 Community Outreach 614.259.5441 Connect Cinnamon Doran, 614.259.5235 Counseling Center Yolanda Zellars, 614.259.5409 Empowered Life Kristi Webster, 614.259.5482 Financial Ministry Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 Global CafĂŠ 614.259.5400 Hospitality Casey Knight, 614.259.5292 International Ministries Jackie Williams, 614.259.5369 Marriage & Family Life Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 Phase III Ron Schmidt, 614.425.7284 Singles Christopher Ledezma, 614.259.5492 Support for Life Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256 Value Life Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 VC High School Mike Chaparro, 614.259.5404 VC Middle School Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 VC Twenty Michelle Blackstone, 614.259.5290 VineyardKids Terri Stewart, 614.259.5466 Vineyard Institute Andy Saperstein, 614.259.5358 Vineyard Men Stephen Van Dop, 614.259.5303 Vineyard Women Liz Ward, 614.259.5335 Volunteer Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 Worship Arts Danielle Evans, 614.259.5310

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Congregational Letter Beyond Diversity And Toward Beloved Community

Help & Wellness

Spiritual Development

Vineyard Growth Classes

Volunteer & Serve

New To Vineyard

Give & Donate

Families & Marriage

Adult Ministries

Cover Story Sawmill Campus: One Year at Tuller Road

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MINISTRY RESPONSE TEAM If you’ve contacted one of our ministries and did not receive a response within a couple days, please reach out to our Ministry Response Team at 614.259.5371 or ministry.response@vineyardcolumbus.org. Please include your name, phone number with area code, and the ministry or person that you contacted.

V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S PA S T O R S Senior Pastor, Rich Nathan Executive Asst. Denise Birkhoff, 614.259.5313

La Viña Campus Pastor, Irene Casale-Petrarca Admin. Asst. Jordan Espino-Arvizu, 614.259.5241

Associate & International Ministries Pastor, Bill Christensen Admin. Asst. Jackie Williams, 614.259.5369

Lane Avenue Campus Pastor, Andrew Oswalt Admin. Asst. Jordan Espino-Arvizu, 614.259.5241

Children’s Pastor, April Murphy Admin. Asst. Terri Stewar, 614.259.5466

Leader Development Pastor, Andy Saperstein Admin. Asst. Deb George, 614.259.5358

Children’s Pastor, Mike Szlapak Admin. Asst. Debi Leake, 614.259.5413

Marriage & Family Life Pastor, Ron Hitchcock Admin. Asst. Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365

Church Extension & Evangelism Pastor, Stephen Van Dop 614.259.5303

Outreach & Connect Pastor, Eric Pickerill Ministry Asst. Cinnamon Doran, 614.259.5235

Community Center Pastor, Daniel Nathan Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503

Sawmill Campus Pastor, Scott Engebretson Admin. Asst. Allyse Huey, 614.259.5439

Community Life Pastor, Amanda Nash

Staff Care and Formation Pastor, Julia Pickerill

Admin. Asst. Marsha Martin, 614.259.5305

614.259.5246

Community Outreach Pastor, Daniel Nathan Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503

Support For Life Pastor, Lorie Kaufman-Rees Ministry Asst. Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256

Community Relations & Special Projects Pastor, Kwesi Kambon Admin. Asst. Debi Evans, 614.259.5467

Visitation & Care Pastor, Anthony Cannon 614.259.5364

Discipleship Pastor, Paige Goslin 614.259.5477

Volunteer & Value Life Pastor, Diane Bauman Admin. Asst. Dianna Fairchild, 614.259.5318

East Campus Pastor, Charles Montgomery Admin. Asst. Jamie Frisbey, 614.259.5245

Women’s Pastor, Marlene Nathan Ministry Asst. Liz Ward, 614.259.5335

Empowered Life & Youth Pastor, Kerry Davis Admin. Asst. Kristi Webster, 614.259.5482

Worship Arts Pastor, Craig Allen Admin. Asst. Danielle Evans, 614.259.5310

Executive Pastor, Craig Heselton Executive Asst. Denise Birkhoff, 614.259.5313

Young Adult Pastor, Christian Root & Shane Huey Admin. Asst. Michelle Blackstone, 614.259.5290

Financial & Career Ministries Pastor, Kent Irwin 614.259.5505

Pastors may be reached by contacting his/her assistant at the extension listed. All staff members are listed at vineyardcolumbus.org. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

ecently, an article in Christianity Today suggested that

from over 140 countries. What a blessing to be part of the

the multiethnic church movement is working. In fact,

majestic mosaic of the Kingdom of God!

Protestant churches in the United States have become three times more likely to be racially diverse than they were 20 years ago! The percentage of Protestant churches where no one racial group makes up more than 80 percent of the congregation ‘tripled’ from 4 percent in 1998 to 12 percent, according to new research published in the Journal for the Scientific

Study of Religion. Evangelicals and Pentecostals show even higher levels of diverse churches, up to 15 percent and 16 percent, respectively.

Undoubtedly, this picture of our church is akin to the prophetic vision shown to our Senior Pastor, Rich Nathan, who many times has shared with us a dream given to him years ago:

…More than 25 years ago, I had a series of dreams regarding the diversity of our church. At the time, our congregation was almost entirely white, non-Hispanic people. One evening I had a dream that while I was preaching, I looked out and the church was incredibly racially diverse. I woke up from the dream really

Nationally, nearly 20 percent of American worshippers

encouraged. I thought, “Wow, the faces that I looked at

belong to a multiethnic congregation. I’m proud to

were so different than the faces that I see every week in

share that Vineyard Columbus is one of these churches!

front of me.” I feel back asleep. I had a dream the second

According to our most recent church survey (2018), 43

time. Then I fell asleep and had the dream a third time and

percent of our attendees are people of color and come

after the third time I felt the presence of God in the room.

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I thought this is the Lord speaking to me. Through the 90’s

(Livermore, 2009). I am convinced that the development

I prayed about the diversity of our church.

of one’s CQ can occur spiritually and practically. For

In many ways, it can be argued, that this prophetic vision has come to fruition. It has become a reality. By God’s grace (and strategic grit, I might add!) our church is now a multiethnic church. And we are diverse not just in race and ethnicity, but in age, gender, personalities and political philosophies. We are a diverse church! The question of the hour is, now what? Or perhaps more appropriately:

example, consider the experience of Pentecost in the Book of Acts. The Day of Pentecost hints that there is a spiritual dimension to CQ. Biblical scholar Virginia Burris suggests that at Pentecost “the disciples find not their own but ‘other’ hot languages in their mouths. When the Holy Spirit descended upon them at Pentecost, the disciples opened their mouths and someone else’s language came out! Yet at the same time these disciples were still their

How do we effectively steward our diversity to show our love for God and one another as we continue to partner with Christ to heal the world?

cultural selves” (Burris 2009). As such, developing cultural

I believe these are relevant questions for our time. We

to wait on the Holy Spirit to supernaturally saturate us so

live in a time when our country seems more and more

that we might experience and hear one another expressing

divided. Daily, the airwaves of our media are flooded with

our love language (worship) to God afresh. Again, Burris

stories of divisive political rhetoric, and people committing

reminds us that at Pentecost, the wind was heard before “a

violent acts that continue to cause erosion to our common

tongue rested on each of them” (Acts 2:3, NRSV). Hearing

sense of civility. Indeed, the ongoing modern democratic

preceded speaking.

experiment that is the United States, with all of its mixing and matching of differences is again in need of a prophetic paradigm to show that there is a (proverbial) ‘Balm in Gilead’ to make our wounded nation whole.

intelligence involves understanding more deeply the experiences of another while still being rooted in your own cultural reality. Our weekly gatherings in worship are opportunities for us

Practically speaking, we also develop our CQ by listening to one another’s stories. How often, after church, have you offered to take someone of a different culture or ethnicity out to lunch or share a table with them in our Global Café?

Our Senior Pastor has taught us that the church is the hope

Have you considered inviting or perhaps accepting an

of the world. To be clear, a single church cannot change

invitation to visit someone’s home of a different race or

the world alone. But a single church committed to the

socio-economic status than you and actively engaging in

one mission Christ has for His One Church can be both

fellowship, conversation and intentional listening? When

salt and light to the earth (Matthew 5:13- 16). As such, this

was the last time you sought to shop at an International

is a unique season for Vineyard Columbus, with all of our

grocery store in Central Ohio? Or perhaps worship at our

diversity, to provide a pathway paradigm to demonstrate

La Viña campus? What authors of different ethnicities and

how people from different ethnicities and different

genres are on your bookshelf that can stretch your thinking

cultures can live together in healthy community. So how

and development? All of these are practical ways you

can we steward our diversity well? In my opinion, we do

can develop your CQ and help strengthen our collective

this by starting or continuing our development in at least

witness as a community of faith.

three areas:

2. Develop A Culture of Inclusivity

1. Develop Our Cultural Intelligence

A second way we can steward our diversity well is by

My colleague, David Livermore, who is a senior consultant

continuing to develop a culture of inclusivity. By cultural

with the Cultural Intelligence Center in Grand Rapids, MI,

inclusivity, I’m talking about an environment that moves

defines cultural intelligence (CQ) as a person’s capability

beyond mere cosmetic diversity, where we simply worship

to function effectively in a variety of cultural contexts

side by side, and toward mutual relationships characterized V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

by reciprocal love. We see such movement throughout the

Revelator’s cadence of nations, tribes, peoples, and languages

book of Acts as we witness a Church increasingly mature into

occurs several times in Revelation, and each time it is stated in

local faith communities that are embodiments of cultural

a new order illustrating the equality represented when no one

inclusivity.

group dominates (DeYoung, Emerson, Kim, Yancey, 2003).This

These communities of faith (churches) are assisted by the power of the Holy Spirit. At the aforementioned Pentecost, we see inclusivity on display between Galilean Jews and Diasporic Jews, who are so engaged in Holy elocution that they can’t help but be ecstatic about sharing and being with one another (Acts 2). Moreover, when the Spirit visits Samaria, cultural inclusivity occurs between Samaritans and Jews as cultural walls are torn down (Acts 8). Similarly, a culture of inclusivity is established between Jews and Romans at the home of Cornelius, signifying that even political structures,

and expressing their love for Him and one another. Do you not hear them beckoning us to do likewise? This vision of mutual relationship and reciprocal love may seem ideal but it’s not impossible. Not for those who keep Christ as the center of attention. It is Christ who calls us beyond diversity to beloved community – a place where we come together across racial, cultural, and ethnic divides and covenant to put love in action.

power, and privilege are leveled when the Spirit is actively

Up to this point, I have focused on racial and ethnic cultures,

involved (Acts 10).

but I would be remiss if I did not share that this same vision

Perhaps the most sustainable demonstration of a cultural, inclusive community was the church at Antioch (Acts 11). I believe what sustained the Antioch church was sound

and these principles could also apply to diversity in gender, class, ability and the like. In order for our congregation to move beyond diversity and toward beloved community we

leadership. While I do not have space to dive into the

must address all historically underrepresented groups and

intricacies of these leaders, suffice it to say that the team

build a faith community that authentically represents our

consisted of multi-ethnic leaders who had the necessary

“Kin-dom in the Kingdom!” This comprehensive approach

cultural competency and spiritual maturity required for

maximizes our potential to help bring about transformative

leading a diverse Antioch church. Likewise, I believe having

change to our communities and our world.

leaders with high CQ (mentioned above) and spiritual maturity at all levels of our church (leadership teams, governance, worship, ministry and programming), who are empowered to share power justly can help us model and develop a culture of inclusivity. Transformational leaders with these qualities are vital to us sustaining and leading our diverse church into the future.

If you are interested in further developing in any of the three areas above, Vineyard USA is hosting a national conference entitled “Better Together: Race, Reconciliation & The Multiethnic Church” August 21-23 at the Evanston Vineyard Church, Evanston, Illinois. You can register at vineyardusa.org/events.

3. Develop A Christ-Like Intentionality

References

Christ-like intentionality is also vital to us responsibly

1. Curtis Paul DeYoung, Michael O. Emerson, George Yancey, and Karen

stewarding our diversity well. Maintaining our focus on Jesus

Chai Kim, United by Faith: The Multiracial Congregation as an Answer to

Christ is non-negotiable. Jesus Christ is (and will always

the Problem of Race (New York: Oxford University Press, 2003).

be) the head of the Church. If Pentecost is the beginning

2. David Livermore, Cultural Intelligence: Improving your CQ to Engage

of the church, than Revelation 7 presents us a picture of the end of the church. Here the word picture(s) John, the Revelator, paints is instructive for those of us interested in stewarding diversity. Capture the scenario: the church gathers around the heavenly throne fully inhabiting their specific cultural identities and representing a full acceptance and understanding of each other’s culture. Meanwhile the 6

is done by maintaining a laser beam-focus on the Lamb of God

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in our Multicultural World (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2009). 3. Kate Shellnut, “Guess Who’s Coming to Church: Multiracial Congregations Triple Among Protestants.” Christianity Today, 22 June 2018. Web. 9 July. 2018 4. New Revised Standard Version. Biblica, 2011. Biblegateway.com 5. Virginia Burris, “The Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles,” in A

Postcolonial Commentary on the New Testament Writings, ed. Fernando F. Segovia and R.S. Sugirtharajah (London: T &T Clark, 2009), 147.

Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No preregistration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1-12). Next Class: Sunday, November 11

Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Pastor Scott Engebretson Whether you’ve followed Jesus for a short time or many years, discover practical ways to mature and thrive. We’ll offer ways to read the Bible so that it comes to life, pray with more power, and live a life of holistic stewardship. Next Class: Sunday, November 11

Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Pastor Craig Heselton Get to know and experience the Holy Spirit, sent by God to bring the Kingdom of God and his presence into our lives and the world. You’ll also learn how to follow his lead in praying for healing in people’s lives. Next Class: Sunday, November 11

Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Pastor Diane Bauman As followers of Jesus, we are all called to serve. Whether you have been around Vineyard Columbus for a week or years, you’ll find this class helpful in discovering where God wants you to serve and grow. Next Class: Sunday, November 11

Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Pastor Stephen Van Dop The purpose of this class is to train and encourage every Christian, to share Christ, everywhere, in every way, all the time. Next Class: Sunday, November 11

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N E W T O V I N E YA R D

Marriage

Baptism Classes | Youth (Ages 10-18) & Adult Saturday & Sunday, August 4 & 5, after services

Journey to Oneness: Committed Dating & Engaged Couples

Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org

Thursdays, September 6–October 11, 7-9pm

Youth Contact: Pastors Kerry Davis, 614.259.5502 or

Additional two weeks for stepfamilies on October 18 & 25, 7-9pm

Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

Cost: $20 per person (includes required reading material and online

If you’re a new follower of Jesus, getting baptized is a public

relationship inventory)

proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in

baptism, you must attend one of the required classes. Find more

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

info online.

Open to all couples in committed dating relationships, those

Baptism Celebration: Saturday & Sunday, August 11 & 12

considering engagement and engaged couples. Come learn how to

Join A Small Group Visit: vineyardcolumbus.org/groups Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Doing life in community is important. Small groups bring people together from different cultures, life stages, and experiences for

for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus. Couples creating a stepfamily will be encouraged to attend the two additional classes—come and get equipped to create a family plan that will prepare both you and your children for success.

a rich community of worship, friendship, growth, and service. Stop

Journey of Hope

by the small group area at your campus to learn more!

Tuesdays, September 25–October 30, 7-9pm

Membership 101 Sunday, September 16, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan Childcare: Register for free at vineyardcolumbus.org/vgc. Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No preregistration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1–12). Next Class: Sunday, November 11 Learn about all of our Vineyard Growth Classes on p. 7.

Cost: $25 per couple Childcare: Childcare is included, ages 1-12, (must register a week in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org If you and your spouse are experiencing conflict or crisis in your marriage, the Journey of Hope classes will help you find healing and direction. You will learn spiritual & practical applications from pastors and marriage coaches to restore hope and trust to your relationship.

FAMILIES & MARRIAGE

VC Students

Family

VC Students | Middle & High School

Chosen4Love Contact: Julie Pierce (614.625.7335, jasandjul95@netscape.net), Abigail Shaw (abigailjoyshaw@yahoo.com), or Peggy Steinbower (chucklipeg@sbcglobal.net) Chosen4Love is a community of families with a passion for adoption and foster care. We serve as a resource for adoptive families and for people who are considering becoming foster or adoptive parents. Please connect with one of us for support and encouragement in this area.

Vineyard Columbus Homeschool Network Contact: Martha, marthahawthorne@gmail.com Our mission is to support and empower families who homeschool their children. We all contribute our unique gifts to benefit and build up one another, and to provide support to children and parents through classes, field trips, and social engagements. Find us on Facebook!

have the kind of marriage God intended. Open to all, but required

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Weekend Services: Saturdays, 6pm & Sundays, 9am & 11:30am Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org VC Students is the name of our community of students from across the city seeking to experience God and grow deeper in their faith. See you there!

VC High School | MDWK Wednesday, August 8, 7-8:30pm, Second Floor Ministry Center Contact: Sarah Wiechman, 614.259.5390 or sarah.wiechman@vineyardcolumbus.org This summer VC High School will have a midweek service “MDWK”. This is an opportunity for our students to hang out with friends, engage in worship, and hear a powerful message! MDWK will be a new, fresh, and exciting experience outside of weekend services.

VC High School | Student Core

KQ Worship Club Summer 2018

Application: Pick up an application during high school services

Saturdays, August 11, 18 & 25, 2:15-4:30pm

Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

Cost: $20 (includes t-shirt)

Student Core is our leadership team where we partner with Christ

The Worship Club includes training for children related to

to heal the world. We have so much fun doing God’s work together—

voice, dance, percussion, band, spoken word, media, puppetry

join us!

and visual arts.

VineyardKids

A D U LT M I N I S T R I E S

Awana

Seniors

Tuesdays, Beginning September 11, 7-8:30pm Cost: $30

Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees

1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am

Contact: David Grace, 614.769.4413

Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com

Awana is a discipleship program where parents and children

This group is for people of retirement age who want to flourish in

memorize and learn the Bible, have fun, and become more like

the Kingdom of God. We have opportunities to have fun and develop

Jesus. It’s a lot of fun and a great way for the church and the family

deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow personally

to partner together in raising up our kids to love Jesus. There is

and spiritually, and give back by serving (supporting other ministries).

a limit to the number of children that can participate so please register in advance.

Singles Ministry

Awana Carnival

Cedar Point

Sunday, August 19, 2-4pm

Saturday, August 25, 7am

Cost: free

We will meet in the Cooper Road Vineyard’s parking lot at 7am

Contact: David Grace, 614.769.4413

and departing promptly at 7:15am.

The carnival is free to attend. We will have a games, candy, a

Contact: Henry Lee, henrylee.juiceplus@gmail.com to RSVP so we

bounce house, and lots of fun. Find out about our Awana ministry.

can work out further logistics and transportation plans (carpool

Awana is a discipleship program for children where parents and

and caravan).

children learn and memorize scripture, have fun, and become like

Join us for a trip to Cedar Point! Ticket purchase will be on an

Jesus. You can sign up at the carnival or on line.

individual basis. You can purchase tickets online in advance to save

Baby Dedication Classes

money and time. Additional discounts may be available through AAA, Meijer, newspapers, etc. Bring money for food or feel free to

Saturday, August 4, 7:45pm

pack your meals. A large group of us will stay until the park closes,

Sunday, August 5, 1:15pm

but you are free to leave whenever you like. Children are welcome.

Dedication Application Deadline: Sunday, August 5 Contact: Beth Best, beth.best@vineyardcolumbus.org

Creation Museum Trip

Attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have previously

Friday-Saturday, September 21-22

attended a class for another child, you do not have to attend again.

Childcare: Not available (adult only event)

Applications are available at the Information Counter and online.

Cost: $50

Please bring your completed application to the class.

Baby Dedication

Contact: Kristi Webster, Kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org Join us on Friday, September 21 for an overnight trip to the Creation

Saturday, August 18

Museum! This special event includes a late night, private walk-

Check-In: Registration window, 5:30pm

thru and scavenger hunt in the museum and two private video

Sunday, August 19

presentations. Ticket price for this two-day experience is $50, and

Check-In: Registration window, 8:30am (for 9am service)

gives you the option to have two full days in the museum! If you

Check-In: Registration window, 11am (for 11:30am service)

are unable to come during the day on Friday, you have the option to

Contact: Beth Best, beth.best@vineyardcolumbus.org

arrive Friday evening to take part of the night activities, sleep over

Next Baby Dedication: December 8 & 9

and visit on day two. Either way, you won’t want to miss this! Cost does not include food.

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Free Social Dance Classes

Men’s Prison Ministry

Friday, September 7, 7:30-9:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

If you are interested in serving in our Prison Ministry, many

Sunday, September 16, 7:30-9:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

opportunities are available. For information, see Prison Ministries

Childcare: Not available

under “Volunteer & Serve” in this edition of the MIX for training and

Contact: Natalie Struttmann, nataliestruttmann@yahoo.com

opportunities to serve at various jails throughout Central Ohio.

These free dance classes are followed by practicing and socializing. Adult singles and married couples are welcome. No partner is necessary. Dress is casual. All levels of dance are welcomed! These classes will be ongoing every first Friday and third Sunday of the month.

International Women’s Breakfast 1st Saturdays, 9:30–11:30am Contact: Flo Gimei, fgimei@gmail.com or

Picnic in the Park

Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com

Sunday, August 19, Ridgewood Park, 2-7pm

We are a group of women from all over the world who meet monthly

to experience unity in Christ while we honor diversity. We share a

Contact: Kristi Webster, Kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org

meal, listen to a brief teaching, discuss and pray for one another.

There will be several group games including volleyball, kickball,

Please bring a dish to share, but if you are unable to bring food, come

sack races, and ultimate Frisbee. Please bring your favorite board

anyway!

and card games to play with others. There is also a playground for children. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided. Please visit the Vineyard Website listed above to sign up to bring a side dish. We also need two volunteers to bring a grill and help with cooking (the park only has one). Seating is limited, please bring a picnic or lawn chair if you have one.

Run for God Saturdays, 7:30–10am Register: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/women/events Contact: Farrah Langlois, Rejoui78@yahoo.com or Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com The Run for God program provides a practical guide to running

Vineyard Men

and a 12-week training plan aimed at completing a 5k race, while

180 Men’s Recovery Group

running, and a fellowship time after. All levels of walking and running

Mondays, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

are welcome! You can join at anytime!

Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com 180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness. This ministry is open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and healing prayer.

maintaining a Christian focus. Meetings include discussion, walking/

Soul Provider Wednesday, August 8, 6pm Childcare: Available (ages 1–12; must register in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (for childcare & event by Monday August 6) Contact: Myiesha, myiesha.mccrary@vineyardcolumbus.org

Chili & Chainsaws

Soul Provider is a ministry for moms who are single with children up

September 15, 8am-2pm (includes drive time)

to 18 years of age and still in high school. Please note: During the

Pleasant Hill Lake Park

summer, we are going to attend the Women's Summer Series instead

of having our regular meetings on the second Friday. We will meet

Contact: Stephen Van Dop, stephen.vandop@vineyardcolumbus.org

for dinner at 6pm and then attend the Women's Summer Series at

Men, join us as we cut and stack wood in preparation for Man Camp.

7pm. Join us!

Chili and water provided. Bring your own chainsaw. We will work for four hours. Please register in advance so we know how much chili to provide.

Vineyard Women: Event Team Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614.259.5335 We are looking for women who enjoy meeting people, serving

Helping Hands

others, and offering hospitality to join our Event Team. This would

Contact: Denise Birkhoff, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org

include promoting events, administrative help, decorating, greeting,

Are you handy? Can you fix things? Our ministry helps people who

registration, and more. We have fun serving together and would love

need minor home repairs such as leaky faucets, screen door repairs,

to have you join us!

etc. Often single-parent homes, elderly, or those who can’t afford repairs on their own.

Vineyard Women

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Women's Summer Series | You Shall Know The Truth Wednesday, August 8, 7–9pm, followed by an after party

International Ministries

Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614.259.5335

VC International Teams

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 years, $3/child, $5/family) but you

For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, email

must register in advance

us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (for childcare only by Monday, August 6) According to the Bible, truth is a big deal to God. So how do we, as followers of Jesus, in a day of “alternative facts” and “fake news,” discern what’s true? How can we tell the difference between fact and fiction, reality and fantasy, truth and falsehood, right and wrong so we can, as Jesus said, know the truth? Amanda Nash, Pastor, Community Life, is our featured speaker for the last of this two-part

East Campus Missions Prayer Group 3rd Mondays, 7pm, East Campus

Contact: Edna Wright, ewright3@att.net If you live on the east side of Columbus or in the Reynoldsburg/ Pickerington area and have a heart for missions, join us to pray for the nations and Vineyard Columbus’ missionaries in various areas of the world.

series in which we address this most important topic. Please join us

Vineyard Columbus Missions Prayer Group

for an evening of worship, teaching and prayer as we consider how to

2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

discern what’s true, believe what’s true and live what’s true. Spanish

Contact: Tim Hart, 614.557.0395 or vcmissionprayer@gmail.com

interpretation will be provided. Stick around afterwards for a time of

Pray for our international ministry work. We typically worship, share

food and fun together in the lobby.

updates on our missionaries, and pray for special areas of the world

Young Adults

and our VC missionaries.

VC Twenty All Campus Gathering

HELP & WELLNESS

Sunday, September 2, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus

Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team

Childcare: Available for ages 0-5

Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239

Contacts: Shane Huey, shane.huey@vineyardcolumbus.org

We want to come alongside our church and their families who are

VC Twenty is a place for young adults from Columbus to connect.

hospitalized, in nursing homes, in long–term care, or homebound. If

We’d love for you to come hang out with us on Sunday, July 1 at

you or a family member would like to be visited, please contact us.

our Cooper Road Campus for a night of worship, teaching, and community. Whether you’re a college student, young professional,

Funeral Needs

or somewhere in between, we’re saving a seat for you!

Contact: 614.259.5372

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and need funeral and pastoral care services, please call us.

Immigration Services

Helping Hands

ICS Walk-in Clinics

Helping Hands is a ministry that will do minor repairs and

Saturdays, 9am–1pm, Vineyard Community Center

upkeep in your home if you cannot complete them on your own.

Contact: Trudy Ann Badillo, 614.259.5299 or

Most jobs are completed on Saturday mornings between 9am-

trudy.badillo@vineyardcolumbus.org

12pm. We do not mow grass or help with moving. If you need

Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake

minor repairs around your home, please leave a message for an

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provides family-

assessment.

based immigration legal representation to persons at 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and below. ICS responds to requests for representation and legal questions from the public through its Intake Clinic. Consultations are available for those who complete the intake process; but, representation decisions will be made on a case-bycase basis and are subject to ICS availability. Intake is the mandatory first step. We will provide low-cost consultations for individuals interested in applying for immigration. We will meet with the client after the formal intake process. Intakes are limited to a first-come, first-serve basis within the weekly clinic hours.

Contact: Denise Birkhoff, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org

Career & Financial Career Acceleration Class Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org This eight-week class is offered three times per year and helps you tackle topics like resumes, interviews, and networking. A professional recruiter leads the class, providing a real-world view of what employers are looking for. This hands-on class has helped people get new jobs right away and lends itself to networking and friendships.

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Career Coaching Application: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/career-ministry/about Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org

Lower Lights Christian Health Center

We offer comprehensive career coaching by appointment from one

6000 Cooper Road:

of our expert volunteer team members, to assist with your resume,

• Mondays, Wednesday, & Thursdays, 8am–5pm

and skills in job search, networking, interviewing, negotiation and

• Tuesdays, 8am-3pm

conducting a job search plan. To apply for coaching, please submit

• Fridays, 8am-1pm

the application to Kent Irwin.

171 E. 5th Avenue:

Dave Ramsey | Financial Peace University

• Mondays–Fridays, 8am–5pm Appointments: Call Lower Lights, 614.274.1455 (Option 1).

September 12-November 8, Thursdays 7-9pm

LLCHC is a faith–based, non–profit community health provider.

Cooper Road Campus

They see patients of all ages with Medicaid, Medicare, CareSource,

Registration: fpu.com/1065755

Molina, and private insurance as well as the uninsured. Whole family

Contact: kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org

services are offered on a sliding fee scale based upon income.

This class helps you understand and follow Jesus and Biblical

However, all patients are seen regardless of ability to pay. Services

financial wisdom to gain control of your money, beat debt, increase

offered include pre–natal care, immunizations, well–child checkups,

generosity and build wealth. Cost for the materials is about $100

physicals, routine care, and chronic disease management.

including shipping. Childcare is available for entire class at an affordable rate. Please email Kent Irwin to request childcare and

Vineyard Free Health Clinics

information about partial scholarships for materials and childcare.

6000 Cooper Road, Westerville

Financial Coaching

Contact: 614.259.5428 Free Medical, Chiropractic, Dental, and Vision Clinics

Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry/

We provide free medical, chiropractic, dental, and vision care for

resources

patients (ages 18 and up) who are uninsured OR have Medicaid or are

Whether you are in crisis, struggling, wanting less financial stress,

Medicaid–eligible with incomes below 200 percent of the Federal

or just wanting to have Godly financial management, financial

Poverty level. (No Medicare or other government–issued health care

coaching sessions with a trained financial coach are available. One-

programs are eligible for services.) For more info, call 614.259.5428.

on-one coaching provides you an opportunity to receive personal

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and confidential guidance. Sessions are with a trained coach in a

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grace-filled environment.

• Medical Clinic

Vineyard Job Club

Cooper Road: Every Tuesday evening

Tuesday, August 21, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center

Walk in, first come, first served. Sign-in begins at 4pm. Patient

Contact: Paul Nicholson; penicholson51@gmail.com or 614.832.0471

visits begin at 6pm. We provide diagnosis and treatment of

Participants will share experiences of their job search and discuss

illnesses. Basic work physicals available by calling 614.259.5428

challenges, strategies, and resources. We’ll share job leads, receive

(option 6) prior to coming to the clinic. No lab test, injections, or

group support, guidance, and career development feedback

X-rays.

followed by a time of prayer and encouragement. This group is

• Dental Clinic

great if you’ve been unemployed for a while and need more ongoing

Cooper Road (appointment only)

support and accountability.

Call: Fridays, 9–9:45am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428.

Empowered Life Open Prayer for Healing Sessions • Saturday, August 11, 9-11am

Health

We provide dental exams, X–rays, fillings, extractions, and cleanings. (No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics, or dentures). • Vision Clinic

• Saturday, August 18, 9-11am

Cooper Road (appointment only)

• Saturday, August 25, 9-11am

Call: Fridays, 10–10:30am to schedule appointments,

Contact: Kristi Webster, Kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org

614.259.5428.

Open to anyone needing physical, emotional, or deliverance healing

We offer eye exams and vouchers for free glasses to those who

prayer. No appointment needed.

qualify.

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• Chiropractic Clinic

Circle of Grace Group

Cooper Road (appointment only)

3rd Tuesday of most months, 7-9pm

Call: Fridays, 10–10:30am to schedule appointments,

Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com

614.259.5428.

Circle of Grace is a discussion group seeking to explore how the

We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain

church can be a safe place for people with same-sex attractions to

involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.

explore their relationship with Christ in a loving, biblically-faithful

Interested in volunteering in our clinics? See p. 26.

Mercy & Justice

environment. Discussions are focused around books, videos, and other resources.

Circle of Hope

Orphan Care & Anti-Human Trafficking

Wednesdays, 7-9pm

Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact/Register: Sue, movingonwithJesus@gmail.com

Please contact Diane if you would like to receive updates and ways

A confidential group for women with unwanted same sex attraction

to help with our Orphan Care Ministry and our efforts to end human

(SSA). Using material presented in the Taking Back Ground teaching,

trafficking.

discussion will focus on topics presented via video as well as personal experience. The goal is to discover how God is working in

Support for Life 180 Men’s Recovery Group Mondays, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com 180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness. This ministry is open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and healing prayer.

All Things New Fridays, August 10 & 24, 7-9pm Contact: Support for Life, supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Cost: $15 per person (includes Nicole Bromley’s HUSH book and SOAR workbook required for participation) Registration: Pre-registration is required The purpose of this 8-week group is to create a safe place for

our lives, engage Him in the process, and offer prayer and support to each other.

Circle of Love Group 1st Monday of the month, 7-9pm Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com This confidential group meets to bring hope, support, and resources to the family and friends of people who experience same-sex attractions.

DivorceCare for Men Tuesdays beginning August 23, 13 weeks, 7-9pm Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org DivorceCare is a 13-week support group for separated and/or divorced men. This friendly and caring group of men will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences and can be joined at any time.

women with past sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive

DivorceCare for Women

further healing.

Tuesdays beginning August 23, 13 weeks, 7-9pm

Celebrate Recovery

Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Susan, smbwaters@gmail.com

Fridays, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

DivorceCare is a 13-week support group for separated and/or

Childcare: not available

divorced women. This friendly and caring group of women will walk

alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences and

Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org

can be joined at any time.

Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery fellowship for those desiring to heal from any addictive, compulsive, or destructive behavior. Here you will find a safe place to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused on Christcentered recovery. Meetings include worship, teaching, sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s love and power!

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Community Life groups may sign up to borrow the DVD sets at any time for their groups. Cost: $30 for EHS course materials (book, workbook, and devotional) Contact/Register: Debbie, debra.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org Emotionally Healthy Spirituality is a discipleship course that directly addresses how emotional maturity and spiritual maturity are inseparable. Eight life-changing sessions will show you how to incorporate daily life rhythms that lead to a healthier relationship with Jesus and with others.

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Emotionally Healthy Woman - New!

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Saturdays, beginning September 1, 9–11am

1st Tuesdays of every month except January, July,

Cost: $20 for book and workbook

and September, 7–9pm

Contact: Debbie, debra.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 and up; must

614.259.5289

pre–register)

This video Bible study (eight sessions) provides you a way out of an

inauthentic, superficial spirituality to genuine freedom in Christ.

This study is for every woman who thinks, “I can’t keep pretending

This group allows grandparents to share the joys and the struggles

everything is fine!” The journey to emotional health begins by

of parenting again with those who understand. Speakers address

quitting. When you quit those things that are damaging to your soul

relevant topics.

or the souls of others, you are freed up to choose other ways of being and relating that are rooted in love and lead to life.

Families of Addicted Loved Ones - New!

GriefShare Beginning Wednesday, August 22, 7-9pm Contact: Chuck Clark, benaiah2.0@gmail.com

2nd and 4th Mondays beginning October 8, 6:30-8:30pm

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk

Contact: Melinda and Betsey, VineyardFALO@gmail.com

alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You

This group is designed to bring education, hope, support, and prayer

don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This

to friends and family members of addicts. If someone you love is

13-week co-ed discussion/support group is for those grieving the

suffering from any type of addiction, please join us. It’s okay to get

death of a loved one and can be joined at any time.

the help YOU need while we pray they are willing to get the help that THEY need!

Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past

Healing for the Survivors of Domestic Violence Beginning September 16, 8 weeks, 6-8pm Contact: Pam, stokinc@yahoo.com This is an eight-week support group for women who are walking out

Beginning Wednesday, September 5 (runs twice a year)

of and/or have survived domestic violence situations. This support

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 and up; must

group will help you feel safe and secure, trust, forgive set boundaries

pre–register)

and be kind to yourself again all through the love of the Lord. Pre-

Contact/Register: Brenda Bixler, BBixler313@gmail.com

registration is required.

(must register by Tuesday, August 21) Cost: $15 for materials (The Invisible Bond by Barbara Wilson,

Hearts Restored | 8-Week Class

required reading prior to the study)

Tuesdays, September 4-October 23, 7-9pm

This study provides forgiveness, freedom, healing and hope to those

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

who have been wounded by their sexual past, whether through

The experience of sexual betrayal is traumatic and disorienting.

choices of their own or choices others have forced upon them.

This 8-week class will feature teaching discussion, prayer and

Discover the truth about sexual bonding, how it impacts us and can

testimonies from women who have seen God work powerfully in

continue to impact our current and future relationships. Learn to

their lives through their healing journey. We will cover topics that

reverse the lies we've ingrained and replace them with God's truth.

are foundational to God-led recovery including: an overview of what true recovery looks like, the effects of trauma, establishing safety,

Grace//Truth 1.0

self-care, building a support system, setting boundaries, detaching,

Saturday, September 8, 9-11:30am (5 weeks)

accountability, managing triggers, finding hope and planning for the

Cost: $5 for book and materials

future. The workbook “Journey to Healing and Joy” will be used, and

Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com

there will be weekly homework assignments. To help facilitate safety

Grace//Truth is a five-week small group learning experience that

and community the class will be closed to new participants after the

introduces Christians to LGBT+ people, the language to use and

first session. Pre-Registration is required.

avoid, a theologically faithful view of marriage and sexuality, and practical guidance on how to embody the love of Christ toward sexual and gender minorities. This group is currently open for leaders who have signed the Vineyard leadership covenant.

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Hearts Restored Support Group | Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

MOM: Moms of the Military - New!

Tuesdays, 7–9pm

Contact: Lynn Getz, lgetz@columbus.rr.com

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

Moms of the Military is a Christ-centered support group for moms,

This support group is a faith-based, safe, confidential place to share

spouses, or any woman who has someone they love serving in the

with other women who understand the devastating effects of

military. In this group, we will study the Bible, pray together, and

sexual betrayal—whether it's pornography or emotional/extramarital

support each other as our loved ones serve our country.

affairs. We are engaged, married, separated, and divorced women and are here to help you as others have helped us. This group is for and about you, not your spouse or partner. It is not your fault, you will make it through this, and there is hope. Discussion topics are anger, identity, disclosure, setting boundaries, detachment, triggers, self-care, his repentance, forgiveness, and trust.

Overcoming Depression and Anxiety - New! Beginning October, Thursday evenings, 7-9 pm, 3 weeks Cooper Road Campus Contact: Toni King, tonikingcounseling@gmail.com This free co-ed class provides biblical wisdom and practical advice on dealing with and learning to overcome depression and anxiety. Each

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teaching can stand alone, so you can attend as many sessions as you

Beginning Tuesday, September 11, 7-9pm (nine weeks)

are able. No childcare is provided. Pre-registration is preferred but

Contact: Meg Kuta, meg.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org

not required to attend.

This is an nine-week closed support group offering hope, healing, encouragement, and accountability for women who want to be more hungry for God and less dependent on food (compulsive or emotional eating) or dieting (obsession with weight or exercise) to meet emotional needs. Meetings will include a short teaching, group discussion, and prayer. There is no cost, but space is limited, so preregistration is requested.

Integrity for Women Thursdays Beginning September 6, 9 weeks, 7-9pm Contact/Register: integrity.women@hotmail.com This group is for women who desire healing for sexual brokenness while finding freedom from addiction, shame, and rejection. Preregistration is required. This group is cyclical and no new participants after the first class.

Professional Counseling Center Contact: 614.259.5409 The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors offer a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects of their lives. We also have Graduate Candidate Interns, $20/session, with experience in seeing children, teens, adults, and married couples.

Redefining Christ Tuesdays beginning October 2, 6-8pm Contact: Gina Harding at redefiningchrist@gmail.com This closed, cyclical support group is for women who have come from a high control or cult background and now desire a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is not a theological debate group. Our purpose is to support these women and come

Life Support Mentoring

alongside them. Our goal is to springboard into a praying small group

Application: vineyardcolumbus.org

for further discipleship. No participants may join after the first class

Contact: Support for Life, 614.259.5289 or

has begun, and preregistration is required. Each meeting will include

laycounseling@vineyardcolumbus.org

worship and teaching, but the main focus will be on sharing and

prayer. Please contact Gina for more info and to register.

to meet with a Life Support Mentor, please fill out an online application or contact Support for Life. Our volunteer Life Support Mentors come alongside people in difficult seasons or situations to minister insight, healing, and spiritual growth in a one–on–one, non–clinical environment on a short-term basis. They provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. Interested in becoming a Life Support Mentor? See p. 27.

Roots (Men) Thursdays, 7:30-9:30pm Contact: Tom, brankamp@aol.com or Support for Life, 614.259.5289 or supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org This is a recovery group for those that struggle with life-controlling addictions such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, work, or anything else that keeps you from experiencing the abundant life God wants for you. Come join us as we share our experiences, lift each other up,

Loving Someone with Mental Illness

and find hope and healing as we walk with Jesus one day at a time.

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7–9pm

Although we are a Biblically based group, you do not need to be a

Contact: Karen Twinem, 614.439.8475

Christian to attend. We are here to walk through recovery with you!

This is a support group for families and friends of people with mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline personality disorder, etc.). Each meeting includes a short teaching, discussion, and prayer. 16

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Roots (Women) Tuesdays, 7-9pm Contact: Shelly Moss or Debi Evans, womans.roots@gmail.com This is a substance (drug/alcohol) abuse recovery group for young women. Come join us as we share our experiences, lift each other up, and find hope and healing as we walk with Jesus one day at a time. Although we are a Biblically based group, you do not need to be a Christian to attend. We are here to walk through recovery with you!

Sister Sister 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com We are a group of women who have all survived multiple tragic events and can help other women as we share as sisters in Christ. We focus on outreach and discipleship, studying God’s Word, worshiping, and prayer.

Sisters of Sarah 1st Thursdays, 7:15-9:15pm Contact: Melissa, meladams617@gmail.com, 614.353.1792 or Jeannine, 614.578.7094 or jmanderson30@gmail.com Sisters of Sarah is a hope and support group for women facing the hardship of primary or secondary infertility. We have a time of sharing food, socializing, open discussion, and prayer together.

Understanding Life and Conflict God's Way Begins Wednesday, September 5 (11 weeks), 7-9pm Contact: Walt, wpoupart@gmail.com Life and conflict go hand in hand; it's woven into the human fabric of each individual. Yet, many do not understand the dynamics of life and conflict from a biblical point of view as they live life with their spouse, family, and interact daily with people. Where does conflict in life come from, and how can we resolve conflict so as we can live in peace with God, ourselves, and others? Come and equip yourself biblically in understanding how to live life as we look into what God has to say about these basic yet misunderstood issues of life.

Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in Your Marriage 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm Contact: Laurel, jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614.886.1749 We are a group of married women who feel alone in our Christian walk with our husbands. Please come and join us as we support one another, pray for our husbands, fellowship, and become Sisters in our Journey as we walk together with Christ as our ‘First Love’.

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Vineyard Community Center

Registration & Contact Information

VCC After School Program

Kevin Gilmore, Program Manager of VCC MS/HS

After School K-5

Email: vccmshs@vineyardcolumbus.org

Monday-Friday, 3-6pm

Phone: 614.259.5523

Registration: vineyardcommunitycenter.org VCC After School K-5 works toward the goal of developing students of character. This holistic program offers social emotional development, academic enrichment, homework support, physical recreation, and experiences with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics). Youth will engage in service projects, student led learning initiatives, leadership development, and learn foundational social skills essential for growth and development. Parents will also have leadership opportunities to serve, be a voice, and provide support for development of the youth.

Nann Horn, Administrative Assistant of VCC MS/HS Email: vccmshs@vineyardcolumbus.org Phone: 614.259.5507

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT Alpha Thursday, September 6, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Childcare: Available (please register in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org

Registration for the 2018-2019 school year is now open!

Contact: alpha@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5494

Registration will be open until spots are filled. With our new

Alpha is safe and open environment created especially for people

design, the fee is paid either up front or on a monthly schedule

who want to understand more about Christianity or for those who

and includes a seat in the summer program. *Discounts

don’t identify as Christians, and are open to learning more. Join us

available for families with multiple children enrolling in after

for our Alpha Kickoff on Thursday, September 6 at our Cooper Road

school programming.

campus.

Registration & Contact Information VCC After School K-5/Summer Nikki Mills, Program Manager of VCC K-5 Email: vcck5@vineyardcolumbus.org Phone: 614.259.5244

The Book of Judges Mondays, 7-8:30pm, (classes will resume September 10) Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Michael Karoly Childcare: Not available

Lizz Birkhoff, Administrative Assistant

Michael Karoly, a longtime Vineyard Columbus member, teaches

Email: vcck5@vineyardcolumbus.org

through the Book of Judges at the Cooper Road Campus. Through in-

Phone: 614.259.5251

depth, lecture-format teaching on one of the Old Testament’s most

After School Middle & High School Monday-Friday, 3-6pm

Registration: vineyardcommunitycenter.org

challenging books, he’ll explain how to apply God’s Word to our lives today. Detailed class notes will be handed out/sent by email each week. Each class stands alone; no need to attend each session.

VCC MS/HS After School Program is building experiences and

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exposure for our youth. We cover a range of experiences that

Worship Service Interpretation: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays, 9am

will help support and develop life readiness skills, career/

Bible Study: 2nd & 4th Sundays, 9–10:30am

service learning exploration & workforce readiness, college &

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

post-high exploration, and academic enrichment along with

The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted

individualized academic support. Youth will also engage in

in ASL. We also offer a Bible Study in ASL.

leadership opportunities, mentoring development, identity and relationship capacity building through our holistic life readiness program. Parents will also have leadership opportunities to serve, be a voice, and provide support for development of the youth. Registration for the 2018-2019 school year is now open! Registration will be open until spots are filled. With our new design, the fee is paid either up front or on a monthly schedule and includes a seat in the summer program. *Discounts available for families with multiple children enrolling in after school programming.

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Holy Spirit Conference | Reveal September 26-28, Cooper Road Campus

Joyful Noise Worship Service (Special Needs)

• Wednesday, September 26, 7-9pm

2nd Sundays, 5:30–6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

• Thursday, September 27, 7-9pm

Contact: Pam Newman, pmnewman7@gmail.com

• Friday, September 28, 7-9pm

Join our Accessible Worship Service for people affected by

Childcare: Limited childcare is available for ages 1-12; $5/

disabilities and their families, friends, and neighbors. We have

child or $10/ family per night; must register online by Friday,

a worship band, brief message, and prayer time. Bring your

September 21. We cannot guarantee walk-ins.

tambourines and streamers.

Cost: No cost for the conference, just for childcare Register: Register only if you need childcare at vineyardcolumbus.org by Friday, September 21 Contact: Kristi Webster, Kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org Julian Adams from South Africa is our guest speaker. Julian leads Frequentsee with his wife–a prophetic ministry that serves churches, businesses and leadership teams internationally to equip and empower men and women to see the Kingdom advance in the nations. Julian is from Cape Town, South Africa. He is passionate for the person of the Holy Spirit. He’s an experienced prophet with a strong teaching gift and has a desire to see the whole church mobilized to bring the Kingdom of God into every sphere of

Small Group: Leader Training 1 • Saturday, August 25, 9am-2pm • Saturday, October 28, 2-7pm Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5358 Leader Training 1 is an introductory class to become a small group leader at Vineyard Columbus. If you’ve recently HOSTed a small group and want to continue or you’re new to leading an existing Vineyard Columbus small group, this is your next step. Leader Training I will give you the basic tools you need to keep up the good work God is doing in you and your group. You only need attend one of these sessions.

influence.

Vineyard Institute

Meeting God 303: Power Healing and Evangelism

Contact: vineyardinstitute.org or advisor@vineyardinstitute.org

Sunday, August 26, 2:30-4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Pastor Kerry Davis Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Childcare: Register for childcare at vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare Cost: $5/child or $10/family Register: vineyardcolumbus.org by Friday, August 24 Contact: Kristi Webster, kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org Do you want to see God heal others? This class will explore New Testament healings and encourage you with stories of healing today.

Vineyard Institute exists as a global education provider to equip the people of God to go out into the world as workers of the harvest, whether that calling is as a disciple in the workplace and community, a parent, a small group leader, ministry worker, missionary, churchplanter, or a pastor.

Art Ministry Art Exhibit | Chagall and The Bible Friday, October 5, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

You will receive practical training and inspiration to pray for physical

Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

healing at church, work, school, or the community.

Vineyard Columbus is excited to be hosting “Chagall and The Bible.”

Meeting God 305: Releasing Freedom

This exhibit will feature the works of artist, Marc Chagall. Chagall

Wednesday, August 29, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Nancy Davis Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Childcare: Register for childcare at vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Cost $5/child or $10/family Register: vineyardcolumbus.org by Tuesday, August 28 Contact: Kristi Webster, kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.org Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of God and freedom for the captives, creating conflict with the present evil age. This class will

was a Jewish artist from Russia who created a large collection of pieces depicting stories and scenes from the Bible. Be sure to join us for the opening reception at our Cooper Road campus on October 5. We are also looking for artists to be hosts for the exhibit during weekend services. Please contact Holly Messerall for more information.

Invitation to VC Artists for North Hall Gallery Exhibits 2018 Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

equip you to obey Jesus’ command to partner with him to set people

If you are interested in exhibiting your work as one of our featured

free from the powers of darkness.

artists in the North Hall Gallery during 2018, contact Holly Messerall. A minimum of 10 pieces required (more than 10 can be considered). Please submit a portfolio for review.

AUGUST 2018

Campuses

VOLUNTEER & SERVE

East Campus | New Service Hours

If you are not sure where to serve, or want to explore other

Sundays, 10am, East Campus

opportunities, check out the list of volunteer opportunities at

East Campus has moved to one service at 10am. See you there!

vineyardcolumbus.org/volunteer, or stop by the Ministry Counter in

Lane Avenue Campus | Serve in Prayer Contact: Klodiana Tedesco, klodiana@gmail.com or bit.ly/serveatlaneavenue There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue Campus. For more info, contact Klodiana.

La Viña | Service Sundays, 11:30am, in the Chapel, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.256.5254 or irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

the Main Lobby for a Volunteer Catalog. Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Bookstore & Library Bookstore | Meet the Author Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org Are you an author and member of Vineyard Columbus? We'd love to have an event at the bookstore where people have the chance to meet you!

La Viña is an all-Spanish service that meets in the Chapel (la capilla)

Bookstore Volunteer Opportunities

at Cooper Road. We serve the Hispanic community of Columbus,

Cooper Road Campus

showing them God’s love and watching their lives be transformed by

Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org or

God’s power. We are not only a church, but also a family in Christ. You

614.259.5323

are welcome as you are!

• Volunteer once a week: 2-3 hours, Tuesday-Friday, 12-5pm

La Viña | Servicio en Español Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel), Cooper Road Campus

Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.259.5254 o irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

• Volunteer Saturday or Sunday twice a month: 15 minutes before and 20 minutes after the service you attend, operating cash register for half hour. • Volunteer Sunday morning: (every other week) Audio/media volunteer.

La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español y nos reunimos

Ministry Center Library Volunteers

en la capilla (Chapel) en Cooper Road. Nuestra visión es servir a la

Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org or

comunidad de Columbus, presentándoles el amor de Jesús y ver sus

614.259.5323

vidas ser transformadas por el poder de Dios. No somos solamente

Volunteer once a week restocking books, contacting those with

una iglesia además somos una familia en Cristo. ¡Bienvenido como

overdue books, and adding new inventory.

eres!

Career

Noche de Adoración de La Viña 7-8:30pm, Primer miércoles de cada mes.

Childcare: Hay cuidado de niños. Contact: Jordan Espino-Arvizu,

Career Ministry Volunteers Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org The Career Ministry really needs new volunteers to serve in different

Jordan.espino-arvizu@vineyardcolumbus.org

roles like: job coach, career expert, administrator, database manager,

Una noche de alabanza extendida, y encuentro con el Espíritu

networking pro, workplace navigator, and liaison between searchers

Santo a través de la alabanza, palabras proféticas, y un tiempo

and job providers.

extendido de oración.

Sawmill Campus | Engage 1st Wednesdays, 7–8:30pm Contact: Dustin Jasinski, djasinskivcsc@gmail.com Engage is a service of meditation on scriptures and listening to what the Lord is saying to each person attending. Prayer is also available for special needs, congregational leaders, and programs.

Community Life Alpha Leader Training Register/Contact: alpha@vineyardcolumbus.org or sign up at the Alpha counter. Are you interested in serving with our Alpha team for one of our upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information and to register!

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Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs Did you know that we have a resource page just for our small group

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project: Volunteers at Franklin County Jail, Franklin County Medical Center, and The Ohio Reformatory for Women

leaders? Short on time this week to prepare a small group discussion?

Days and times vary (2 hours every other month)

Wondering how you can get more training? Need some tips on how

Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

to make hosting easier? Check out vcsmallgroups.org—a website

Volunteers record incarcerated parents reading to their children,

with several Bible study options as well as other helpful tools. If you

then we wrap the books and CDs and send them to the children. We

have questions, write us at

need both men and women for this program. The AMSB wrapping

smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org.

group meets every 3rd Monday at the church from 6-8pm. Training is

Visit: vcsmallgroups.org

Community Outreach

Franklin Medical Center Parenting Class Volunteers

The following outreach opportunities are a bridge between our

Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

church and the people of Columbus. Contact: Rhodie Shreve,

We would like to offer parenting classes for pregnant moms at the

614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org for general

Franklin Medical Center, the prison hospital. We will provide class

questions or contact the person designated for the outreach.

materials and necessary training.

PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or

We minister to men during worship services at multiple facilities.

deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

Volunteer with worship, prayer team, or help at the service.

Help inmates grow into disciples of Christ. To join us serving those in

Delaware County Jail: 1–2 Saturdays/month, 10–11:30am

prison, contact Deborah Scott.

Franklin County Jail: 3rd Saturdays, 8–10:30am

Vineyard Prison Ministry Training | Prison Basics Saturday, August 4, 9am-12pm Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org This training is the first step in a basic understanding of the culture, rules of the institutions and how we build a bridge of friendship in

Jackson Pike: 3rd Saturdays, 6:45–8:45pm Contact: Scott Osborn, 740.244.6528 or thescottrock@hotmail.com Franklin County Jail: 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 8–10:30am Contact: John, 614.578.8371 or seymour1546@yahoo.com

the context of prison. If you are interested in this transformative

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project

area of ministry, if you have any questions or would like to register,

Days and times vary (One day every three months)

please email Deborah Scott.

Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

Vineyard Prison Ministry Gathering Saturday, August 11, 10am-12pm Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org As a follow up to Prison Basics, Vineyard Prison Ministry invites you to The Gathering on August 11. This meeting offers an opportunity to ask any additional questions you might have and receive assistance filling out state applications. This will also be a time for you to have conversations with volunteers currently serving in the ministry in order to help you determine how the Lord might be leading you serve. We’ll also have pastries and coffee. Please register by emailing Deborah Scott.

WOMEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org There are different ministry opportunities for women to serve at the Ohio reformatory for Women, Franklin Medical Center-Zone A and the Franklin County Jail.

available.

AUGUST 2018

We need men to help record father’s reading to their child(ren) at the Franklin County Jail.

FOOD PANTRY OPPORTUNITIES Our church has two food pantries that serve the community of Columbus. Please contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie. shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org, for important information about each location before serving. Children ages 7+ are welcome with parents. Opportunities to Serve: • 5th Avenue Food Pantry 181 East 5th Avenue Saturdays Only Free breakfast starts at 8am, food orders given out from 9:30-11:30am. Small groups of 10-15 need to be scheduled to serve at this pantry. Carpool if possible, parking is limited.

DO JUSTICE.

L O V E M E R C Y.

W A L K H U M B LY.

Community Outreach Opportunities Learn more on p. 22.

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• Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturdays Only Free breakfast starts at 8:30am, food orders given out from 9:30-11:30am. If possible, please carpool or park along Chester Road to keep parking available for guests around and behind the building. Small groups do not need to schedule at this location but please contact Rhodie for an info sheet. • Kitchen Anchor Adult Volunteers Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue

HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org Help us bring food and supplies to the homeless living outdoors. We travel together as a team to various outdoor stops. Serve with a small group or individually. Groups must be scheduled through Rhodie and children ages 10 and older are welcome. If you or your small group would like to make a meal for this outreach, we can cover the cost. Just email for details!

Saturday mornings, once or twice a month, 7am-1pm

YWCA Family Shelter Breakfast

We are looking for volunteers to help set up the kitchen and

900 Harvey Court, Columbus, OH 43219

prepare for serving food, cleaning up, and closing the kitchen.

2nd Saturdays of the month, 6:30-9:30am

Volunteers will be serving with 1-3 other anchor volunteers. It is

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

busy, but fun! Training is available.

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

• Monday Night Service Mondays, 6pm 5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

Help cook and serve breakfast to the 50 families at the shelter. Great outreach for the kids too!

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or

OHIO BENEFIT BANK OPPORTUNITIES

jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org

Saturday mornings, 8-11am, 4664 Cleveland Avenue

Small groups can plan, prepare, and serve a meal (we can provide

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

meal ideas). We are looking for families and small groups to help

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

us purchase and prepare our holiday meals at the Monday Night

Help connect low and moderate-income Ohioans with free tax

Service in November and December. Please contact Jenney for

preparation and access to potential public benefits and work

more details and to sign up!

supports. We are always looking for volunteer counselors and

• Check-in Volunteers

training is provided. Contact Rhodie to make an appointment to

Saturdays (two per month), 8am-12pm

meet with a counselor or be trained.

5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

ARAWAK GARDEN

Contact: Chris Blosser, cblosser4@att.net Could you help out twice a month checking in people at our

Contact: Arawak@cybercalvin.com

downtown 5th Ave. pantry? If so, we would love your help! Please

We are looking for volunteers year-round to help tend our

email Chris Blosser, our pantry manager, and talk with him about

downtown garden at 1455 N. 4th St. in the Short North area where

this opportunity to serve.

produce is grown and then donated to our 5th Avenue food pantry.

• Licensed Barbers and Cosmetologists Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for licensed barbers to offer free haircuts for 2–4 hours at our pantry locations on Saturday mornings and licensed cosmetologists to volunteer services at our Northside pantry. • Pantry Drivers & Donation Pick-up Helpers Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org We are in need of strong volunteers to help pick up food from

We have experienced gardeners who oversee this project and there are year-round opportunities.

PRAY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org Contact Jenney Rice to sign up for our prayer newsletter and intercede for this ministry area.

Deaf Ministry

the Mid-Ohio Foodbank for pantries. Ability to drive a box truck

Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities

and/or use a forklift is helpful, but not necessary. Pick-ups are on

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

Wednesdays and Thursdays. Approximate time commitment is 4

We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and

hours every other week. If you are free to pick up donated items

children on a rotation at our Sunday, 9am Cooper Road Service.

from local grocery stores/bakeries, we could use help with that too, usually on Fridays.

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Early Childhood

Outreach Call Ministry

Early Childhood Worship Ministry

adrienne.ash@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Debi Leake, debi.leake@vineyardcolumbus.org

Do you like to talk and make people feel welcomed? Each Monday

Share your love for Jesus with children through music! Volunteer to

we call everyone that turned in a connect card or decision prayer

lead children in worship once a month during our weekend services.

card during one of the weekend services. We welcome them, give

Global Café

them information about ways they can get connected and upcoming

Global Café Volunteers

church, they were seen, and that they are important to us. Make calls

Contact: Adrienne Ash, 614.259.5494 or

events they can attend. We want them to know that in our large

Contact: vineyard.cafe@vineyardcolumbus.org

from your home or the church.

New to the church or want to get connected? Be a part of our

Security Ministry

family of believers who get to experience God through service and fellowship. The Café is an atmosphere where fresh, made–from– scratch food connects the community with the love of Christ.

Medical Response Team Contact: Jason Pierce, jp6797@gmail.com or 614.625.6216

Health Clinics

We are looking for volunteers to help with medical emergencies that

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

hospital or ER experience, or an EMT (Basic or Paramedic) and are

occur during our weekend services. If you’re a doctor or nurse with

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or

interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.

carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

Special Needs

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).

Bridge Builders Contact: christy2311@att.net (children/middle schoolers)

Media Arts

Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,

Video, Audio, & Lighting Support

Befriend a child, teen, or adult with special needs who wants to be

specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org (teens/adults)

Contact: media.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org

part of our church community.

We’re looking for passionate, quick–thinking people who value

Body Builders Class (Special Needs)

quality to support the sights and sounds of the weekend service. If you love to use technology to help people encounter God, contact us to start making a difference in your church.

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Amanda Fessehazion, specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org

Outreach & Connect

Adults who are VC members are needed for our Middle School or

Membership 101 Volunteer Opportunities

at a table, color, listen, pray, and sing worship songs? Join us twice a

Contact: Cinnamon Doran,

month.

cinnamon.doran@vineyardcolumbus.org • Data Entry Volunteer Opportunities Hours are flexible. 2-4 hours a week. We are looking for dedicated volunteers to enter data from our Membership 101 class. Vineyard Columbus membership is required. Computer literacy is preferred. Hours are flexible. This opportunity is best for those who don’t mind serving on a small team. • Class Volunteer Opportunities

Teens/Adults classes with special needs. Can you be kind, laugh, sit

Sensory Break Room/Buddy Connection Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Christy Smith, 614.374.4859 or christy2311@att.net Befriend a child who needs an extra hand getting used to church and children’s ministry. If their special needs interfere with learning Jesus loves them, maybe they can meet Jesus through your guidance and love. Become a mentor buddy in our nationally–known program called the Sensory Break Room. Serve on a rotation.

12:30–2:30pm (Membership classes are scheduled on Sundays, five times per year)

Special Needs Intervention Support Team

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help set up for

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus

Membership 101 classes at Cooper Rd. This opportunity is best for

Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,

those who don’t mind serving on a small team.

specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org If you have training in behavior intervention, special education, autism, and/or mental health support, consider being on call to help us create a safety net when the Special Needs ministry needs extra help.

AUGUST 2018

Support for Life

ESL Leader Training

Become a Life Support Mentor

Wednesday, August 22, 10-11:30am

Tuesday, August 21, 7-9pm

Contact: laycounseling@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5289

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

This training is for those currently serving and interested in serving

We're looking for leaders to meet with individuals on a short-

ESL students during the 2018-2019 school year that starts on

term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement,

Wednesday, September 5, 2018. You will only need to attend one of

empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. If you've benefited from

the sessions.

support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that has resulted in growth and freedom, you may wish to help others by

International Friendships (IFI)

providing similar support on a one-on-one basis.

Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or

Become a Support for Life Group Leader Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5472 Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for leaders to create groups that offer a safe environment for those who are struggling to experience the love of Jesus and the care of his community. If you've benefited from support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that has resulted in growth and freedom, you can help others by leading a group related to the same issue. We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:

burchettjes@gmail.com International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus to promote friendships and show hospitality to international students at OSU. • IFI English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner Visit: ifipartners.org/culture–cuisine–church–small–groups.pdf Become a conversation partner and help students practice English, learn about American culture, and more. Individuals and families can meet with an international student or couple monthly for a meal or activity. • IFI Internship Program

• Parents of children/teens on the autism spectrum

Contact: Estera Pirosca, e.pirosca@ifiusa.org

• Families impacted by the opioid crisis

Visit: ifipartners.org/interns.php#give (financial donations)

• Female or male victims of domestic violence

IFI would like to place interns (20 hours/week) in the chemical

VC International Teams & Ministries English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers Contact: Jackie Williams, jackie.williams@vineyardcolumbus.org We are seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas for Fall ESL classes (September 2018-May 2019) : Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 10–11:30am (Cooper) Tuesdays, 7pm–9pm (Sawmill and Cooper) • Greeters: Our ESL students are eager to interact with people who enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words as they enter the classroom. • Teachers: If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime and evening ESL classes. Fridays, 9-10am Contact: John Olver, johnolver.vc@gmail.com • Conversation Table Leader: We have a vibrant ESL program and are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation Table Leaders.

industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media, and marketing. • Meals for IFI Friday Night Bible Studies Contact: Tiria, exec_assistant@ifiusa.org IFI always needs people/small groups to help organize, prepare, and distribute food at our Friday night Bible study when students and volunteers share a meal together. • Small Group Outreach for International Friendships Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or burchettjes@gmail.com Sign up: ifipartners.org/groups IFI has opportunities for small groups to help “reach the world” together including prayer, preparing food for a Bible study, making welcome bags, greeting new students, and hosting a used furniture sale.

Missions Care Team Contact: Dotty Christensen, dbchristensen77@gmail.com If you enjoy hospitality, encouraging others, hearing how God is working, or want to give gifts, of time or money, then missionary care is for you!

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AUGUST 2018

Refugee Ministry Opportunities Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm

Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School

Contact: Andrea Tawney, andrea.tawney.vc@gmail.com

Monday-Thursday, 3:30-6pm, September-April

We’re looking for committed volunteers to tutor refugee and

Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

immigrant children on a weekly basis for the Fall school semester

Volunteers provide classroom enrichment and activity support as

starting September 4 & 6! Come join the fun! Volunteers are

academic tutors and career mentors. A small amount of time is a big

required to complete an application, attend a training, and consent

help.

to a background check. Please contact Andrea Tawney for more information and a volunteer application. Trainings will be held on August 28 & 30.

One Child One Community: Adopt A School Contact: Anna Fullen, 614.259.5452, anna.fullen@vineyardcolumbus.org

VC Students

If your small group is looking for a place to serve together, One

VC Students Small Groups & Weekend Services Leaders

Columbus schools. For more info on how your group can serve,

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org Volunteer with VC Students in two special areas: Small Groups and Weekend Services. Training is provided.

Child One Community needs groups to partner with us to support contact Anna Fullen.

VineyardKids Be an AWANA Leader! Tuesdays, September through May, 6:15-9pm Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room Application: Pick up an application from the children’s info desk or

Vineyard Community Center

the Kidz Quest welcome center

Artists Needed

We are accepting applications for people who desire to invest in our

Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

kids and disciple them. We have a curriculum, ongoing training, and

Contact Vineyard Columbus Artists if you are a member of the church

a team to work with. We are flexible when you need time off and

and interested in teaching an arts or crafts class.

offer the fringe benefit of being loved by the kids and leaders. To

Artists Small Group Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com Come with ideas to share and plan a course of growth beginning

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

make disciples we focus on scripture memory, friendship, and fun. Consistency is key. The kids will come regularly, and we need leaders who will, too.

with a book study. All artists are welcome. Send us an email if you're

Kids’ Worship: Campus Volunteer Recruitment

interested.

Teens and adults are needed to lead kids in worship at our campuses.

Coaches and Referees Needed for Vineyard Athletics! Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org

Each campus handles kids’ worship differently and needs people who want to help kids connect to God through the worship arts. No need to play an instrument! We offer training, materials, and include you in a rotation.

Help with our Youth Basketball, Cheerleading, or NFL Flag Football

Kidz Quest Leaders

leagues. We need coaches and referees for grades K-6.

Application: Pick up one at the children’s info desk

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 Jesus said that if we are to inherit the kingdom of God we need to humble ourselves as little children. If this is true, why don’t we hang with kids more often to learn to be like them? We have opportunities this summer and also starting in September.

Vineyard Men Helping Hands Contact: Denise Birkhoff, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org Our Helping Hands ministry helps people in our community who need minor home repairs such as leaky faucets, screen door repairs, etc. Usually single parent homes, elderly, or those who can’t afford repairs on their own. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Vineyard Women

G I V E & D O N AT E

Vineyard Women Event Team Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org

Aunt Mary’s Story Book Project: Donations (Prison Ministries)

We are looking for women who enjoy meeting people, serving

Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or

others, and offering hospitality to join our Event Team. We need

deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

help promoting the event, administrative help, decorating,

Our women’s prison ministry offers a program to incarcerated

greeting, registration, and more. We have fun serving together—

moms that enables them to record themselves reading a book to

please join us!

their children. We wrap the CD and book to send to the children. We accept donations of new children's books. Drop off in bins at

Worship Arts

entrances and label “Aunt Mary’s.”

Serve with Worship Arts

Automobile Donations

Contact: shannon.gott@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Mandi, 614.259.5384

The Worship Arts Ministry is looking for experienced musicians

Donations of all kinds of cars are accepted, and we provide a

(all instruments and vocalists) for all worship teams. We are also

receipt for tax purposes. Well-maintained cars or small/medium-

looking for bilingual vocalists.

sized SUVs are provided to a person or family. High mileage cars

Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus Contact: shannon.gott@vineyardcolumbus.org

are okay in fairly good condition. We sell cars in poor condition and use the funds for this ministry.

Our desire is to join together and sing praises to him. If you are

Back to School | Supply Drive

musically gifted, sense God’s calling, and would like to be a part

Donations due by:

of the Choir at Vineyard Columbus, please email Shannon Gott.

Cooper Road Campus: Sunday, August 19 Sawmill Campus & Lane Avenue Campus: Sunday, August 12

Other Opportunities

Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/back2school

Car Ministry

with local schools throughout the year. You can help our

As part of our commitment to loving our city, we’ve partnered

Contact: Jeff, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org

students get a strong start to their academic year by providing

Do you work (or as a hobby) in the auto industry doing

new school supplies for our partner schools. Just bring your

mechanical or auto body work? If so, we are looking to develop a

donations to the Cooper Road Ministry Center or check to see if

car ministry and would love for you to participate!

your campus is accepting donations.

Baker’s Delight

Supplies:

Contact: Mia Byrne, 614.751.5083 or mtjondro@hotmail.com

• Backpacks

We bake for the women’s shelter, single moms, children’s

• 2-pocket folders

volunteers, women’s ministry events, nursing homes, and others.

• Binders

Great for friends, families, and small groups who are looking for

• Paper (loose & notebooks)

outreach opportunities. Join us!

• #2 Pencils

Ohio Benefit Bank Counselors Needed

• Pens • Erasers

Visit: ohiobenefits.org

• Highlighters

Church members guide clients through a user–friendly, web–based

• Basic calculators

computer program to access public benefits like food stamps,

• Student planners

Medicaid, free tax filing, etc.

• Crayons • Markers • Colored pencils • Glue • Gluesticks • Safety scissors

AUGUST 2018

Men’s Reading Glasses Donations (Men’s Prison Ministry)

Value Life Donations

We would love to have reading glasses for men in the prisons we

Drop off items in the Ministry Center lobby bins. Like Value Life

serve, prescription 1.25 thru 2.75 strength. Drop off in our metal

on Facebook and visit vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/value–

bins at the church entrances and clearly mark the bag for men’s

life.

prison ministry.

Online Giving & TEXT to Give Contact: 614.259.5443 or Vineyard.Finance@vineyardcolumbus.org You can make a one-time offering or you can schedule regular giving by visiting vineyardcolumbus.org/give. You can also TEXT your amount to 614.333.0330 and follow the prompts. For more info, contact our Finance department.

Contact: Diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Yarn Donations Needed for Baby Blankets Our ministry has received an offer from the ladies at the Ohio Reformatory for Women to make 25 crocheted baby blankets for Vineyard’s Value Life ministry and we are truly excited to have this opportunity! The women in the prison will crochet the baby blankets BUT we need your help to collect any color of infant quality yarn for them to use! Drop your donations of yarn bagged and marked in the Community Outreach metal bins to the attention of Tiffany Fluellen.

Pantry Donations (Community Outreach) We are targeting the following foundational canned goods for our meal bags: beef stew, SPAM-canned meat, spaghetti/ravioli, vegetables, fruits. We also can always use personal care items like soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, etc. Drop these items off in the metal bins at the Cooper Road Campus entrances or other campus drop off areas.

Planned Giving Contact: Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org. If you would like to discuss estate planning, contact Kent Irwin.

Project Venezuela Contact: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614.259.5254 Venezuela is experiencing a shortage of food, medicine, and other basic needs, and we want to offer some relief by sending these things to Venezuelan churches. You can donate items in designated containers at the entrance of the church for the next several months. Specific items needed: • Nonperishable foods: Rice, sugar, pasta, dry beans, corn flour, powdered milk, salt, peanut butter, ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard • Medicines: Tylenol/Motrin, antibiotics, allergy relief, and First Aid supplies • Babies: Diapers, infant formula, baby food, and wipes • Hygiene: Soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, shampoo, toothbrush, and deodorant/antiperspirant

Transitions Ministry Contact: transitions@vineyardcolumbus.org Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby

throughout the week. Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship services.

Help us replenish our supplies for those in transition from homelessness. This month we are collecting pots and pans sets, new pillows, queen–sized sheet sets in package, and serving dishes. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

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The same vision that launched Sawmill Campus in 2009 is the same hope for the future—to see our church and our community flourish.

n 2009, Vineyard Columbus launched

separate dreams where they felt like

we feel settled here and we’ll be here

its first non-Cooper campus on

God was asking them to shift gears.

for the foreseeable future. We’re not

Sawmill Road. Sawmill began with

They were unsure of what it all meant,

worried about having to find another

150 people gathering in Davis Middle

but over time Scott and Hannah felt

space in six months.” Since the move,

School. After growing quickly, two

confident God was leading them

the congregation has grown in size as

years later, the campus moved to

to Sawmill for their next step. Five

well as in diversity.

a temporary location in the Dublin

years later, the Engebretsons are still

Village Center. In July 2017, Sawmill

thankful to call Sawmill home.

campus moved into their new location on Tuller Road, close to the Bridge Park area in Dublin. Sawmill campus has just celebrated their first year in their new space – and is continuing to thrive and grow.

Campus in 2009 is the same hope for Scott and Hannah believe the success of Sawmill is a testament to faithful volunteers over the years. When they came to Sawmill, it was clear that there were—and still are—key leaders and committed volunteers. These

Scott and Hannah Engebretson first

leaders have made all the difference

moved to Columbus in 2012 with the

in the world to the vibrancy of the

intention to leave and plant a new

campus. Hannah also says that joining

church within two years. Scott worked

the campus family was easy with such

with Stephen Van Dop in the church

a welcoming and kind congregation.

extension ministry – which included

“People from Sawmill are incredible

both church planting and campuses.

and welcoming. We welcome well and

Scott spent a majority of his first year

we do families well. Sawmill is like our

on staff at East and Lane campuses

family.”

most weekends.

The same vision that launched Sawmill

the future—to see our church and our community flourish. Scott hopes to have same reputation in Dublin and on the northwest side of town as Cooper Road has in Westerville and Central Ohio. The Engebretsons hope for a deepening relationship with Christ in the coming years on multiple fronts. Being settled in one spot allows for more opportunity to reach out to the community and also deepen the community inside the church. “As a church, we’re more mature now. It’s

The vision behind Sawmill came from

now time for us to keep maturing

As time went on and after lots of

Genesis 26:22, which says “Now the

together and extending our reach into

prayer, the Lord changed their plans

Lord has given us room and we will

the Bridge Park area of Dublin and our

to plant a new church. “We went with

flourish in the land.” Now that Sawmill

Rich to look at a potential church

Campus has been in the new space for

plant location and it just didn’t feel

a year, the opportunities to flourish

If you’re in the area, stop by and meet

right,” Scott said. Then, after looking

on the northwest side of town are

the friendly faces of Sawmill. Services

at that potential location and praying

plentiful. Scott said, “there’s a big

are every Sunday at 9am and 11:30am

about options, Hannah and Scott had

difference in the new space because

at 4140 Tuller Road, Dublin, OH 43017.

communities.”

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B O O K S TO R E 614.891.6440 M O N D AY Closed T U E S D AY 12-5pm W E D N E S D AY 12-5pm T H U R S D AY 12-5pm F R I D AY 12-5pm S AT U R D AY 5:30-8:15pm S U N D AY 8:45am-1:45pm Closed during services

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