December MIX 2019 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 Nada Attallah, 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 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 Serve Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 Singles Christopher Ledezma, 614.259.5492 Support for Life Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256 Value Life Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 VC High School Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 VC Middle School Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 VC Twenty Michelle Blackstone, 614.259.5290 VineyardKids Kristi Webster, 614.259.5466 Vineyard Institute Andy Saperstein, 614.259.5358 Vineyard Men Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303 Vineyard Women Liz Ward, 614.259.5335 Worship Arts Shannon Gott, 614.259.5310

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S DECEMBER 2018

C O O P E R R O A D W E E K D AY BUILDING HOURS Monday-Friday | 8:30am-10pm Ministry Center doors close at 5:30pm. Please enter at Worship Center doors. Holiday Hours Saturday, December 22 & 30: Building closed, no service Tuesday, December 25: Building closed Tuesday, January 1: Building closed

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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

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

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

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

Children’s Pastor, April Murphy Admin. Asst. Kristi Webster, 614.259.5466

Outreach & Connect Pastor, Kerry Davis Admin. Asst. Diane Bailey, 614.259.5482

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

Sawmill Campus Pastor, Scott Engebretson Admin. Asst. Myra Gaiters, 614.259.5439

Church Extension & Evangelism Pastor, Stephen Van Dop Admin. Asst. Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303

Small Groups Pastor, Paige Goslin 614.259.5477

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

Staff Care and Formation Pastor, Julia Pickerill 614.259.5246

Community Life Pastor, Amanda Nash

Support For Life Pastor, Lorie Kaufman-Rees

Admin. Asst. Marsha Martin, 614.259.5305

Ministry Asst. Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256

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

Visitation & Care Pastor, Anthony Cannon 614.259.5364

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

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

Weekend and Welcome Pastor, Eric Pickerill Ministry Asst. Cinnamon Doran, 614.259.5235

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

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

Financial & Career Ministries Pastor, Kent Irwin 614.259.5505

Worship Arts Pastor, Craig Allen Admin. Asst. Shannon Gott, 614.259.5310

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

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

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

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

his next year I’ll celebrate my 32nd year as Senior Pastor

team, to mentor young pastors, to help other churches and

of Vineyard Columbus. Marlene and I joined the church

to relate to leaders in our city and beyond at least until I turn

41 years ago when we moved to Columbus for me to attend

70. But I believe the overall leadership of Vineyard Columbus

law school at The Ohio State University. Back then, the church

would benefit by us having a younger, different leader who

was an independent, non-denominational church of about

has fresh vision for our church’s future.

35 people. We had no pastor, but we had lay leaders, who we called elders (and who were all in their mid to late 20’s!). After a couple of years, I was asked to join the eldership. Then I was asked to lead the eldership and head up our preaching ministry. Finally, in 1987, the Lord spoke clearly to Marlene and me and to the other elders that I was to leave my job at

future, we did several things. A N H ISTOR IC R ETR EAT Two years ago, a few of Vineyard Columbus’s most senior leaders took a several day retreat to seek the Lord about our

Ohio State where I was teaching and I was to become our

church’s future and to try to answer several key questions.

first Senior Pastor. The Sunday I was ordained as the church’s

Among the questions we tackled were these:

Senior Pastor, our little independent church joined the

• What things about Vineyard Columbus do we believe

Vineyard movement. It has been a wonderful, God-graced journey for more than three decades.

should never change? • What would success look like for Vineyard Columbus 3-5

Over the past two or three years I have felt, in an increasing

years after our current senior leaders transition to new

way, that I was to turn the leadership of Vineyard Columbus

ministry roles?

over when I turn 65. That happens in December, 2020. I would like to continue to preach at the church as part of a preaching 4

Towards the end of discovering God’s will for our church’s

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• What kind of leaders do we need to lead our church into God’s purposes for our future?

Regarding things about Vineyard Columbus that we believed

our future. A part of that pathway included the naming of a

should always be preserved, we listed (among other things) a

Selection Committee.

strong commitment to:

TH E R OLE OF TH E S ELECTION COMMIT T EE

• The authority of the Scriptures, excellent preaching and

Over the past year, a Selection Committee made up of

kingdom theology.

nine pastors and lay leaders has repeatedly met to pray, to

• Effective evangelism, church planting and global missions.

interview potential candidates for consideration for the job

• Being a racially diverse church that passionately pursues

of Vineyard Columbus’s next Senior Pastor and to make a

racial reconciliation • The person, the presence and the power of the Holy Spirit and the practice of all the biblical gifts of the Holy Spirit • Women and men serving side-by-side in leadership at every level of our church. • A holistic approach to mission including the continuance of the Vineyard Community Center and a both-and approach

recommendation to the Church Council and our Pastoral Advisory Team regarding my successor. The Church Council (a combined group of several pastors and key lay leaders) and our Pastoral Advisory Team (a group of eight Vineyard Columbus pastors) have the final decision under Vineyard Columbus’s by-laws regarding my successor.

to our faith and practice • Unity with the global Christian church and team-based ministry within our local church. • Promoting leaders who are full of integrity, have healthy marriages (if married), passionately in love with Vineyard Columbus, self-sacrificial, advocates and practitioners of our values, Spirit-led, prayerful, biblically rooted, lifelong learners, evangelistic, visionary, humble and full of pastoral courage. Regarding what success might look like in 3-5 years, we listed the following:

“We have always believed, and have tried as best as we can to practice the biblical truth, that Jesus is the head of the church—not us!”

• A steady stream of conversions • Growth in a younger demographic

MU CH PR AY ER

• The maintenance of our core values

Over the past two years, the future of Vineyard Columbus and

• Staff health

our future Senior Pastor(s) has been the subject of literally

• Healthy, warm, trusting respectful relationships between

hundreds of hours of prayer and days of fasting. We have

incoming and outgoing leadership

always believed, and have tried as best as we can to practice

• Stable, healthy finances

the biblical truth, that Jesus is the head of the church—not

And regarding the future senior leaders’ competencies, we

us! So we have sought and re-sought the leading of the Holy

valued the following:

Spirit through every step of this process.

• High capacity – the ability to work hard with great skill

A N INFOR MA L S U RVEY OF MOR E TH A N A

• Excellent preaching and teaching

D OZEN CH U R CH LEA D ER S

• Effective management skills

To check the findings of the Selection Committee, we

• Teambuilding skills

surveyed more than a dozen church leaders—both male and

• Passionate commitment to the health of Vineyard

female—of different ethnicities and ages. We asked open-

Columbus

ended questions including who ought to succeed me. With

• Visionary leadership

few exceptions, there was remarkable unanimity among

• Emotional intelligence

those informally surveyed.

• Care and love for the staff and congregation

In the New Year, I will announce to our church who was

• High level strategic leadership

chosen to be my successor and what the plan is for transition

• Deep, heartfelt commitment to Vineyard’s historic values

over the next two years.

THE HI R I NG O F A CO N S ULTA N T

The best days for Vineyard Columbus are ahead of us! Pray for

Following the retreat, our leadership team hired a nationally

our church! Pray also for me and for all who are working hard

known church consultant to interview our staff, ask us hard

to lead Vineyard Columbus into God’s perfect will for

questions and assist us to create a successful pathway for

our future! V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Upcoming Class Dates Sunday, January 27 & Sunday, May 9, 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Learn more and register for free childcare at v ineyardcolumbus.org.

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). Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan

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. Teacher: Pastor Scott Engebretson

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. Teacher: Pastor Craig Heselton

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. Teacher: Pastor Diane Bauman

The purpose of this class is to train and encourage every Christian—to share Christ—everywhere, in every way, all the time. Teacher: Pastor Stephen Van Dop

DECEMBER 2018

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

Chosen4Love

Baptism Classes | Youth (Ages 10-18) & Adult

Abigail Shaw (abigailjoyshaw@yahoo.com), or Peggy Steinbower

Saturdays, January 5 & 12, after services

(chucklipeg@sbcglobal.net)

Sundays, January 6 & 13, after services

Chosen4Love is a community of families with a passion for adoption

Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org

and foster care. We serve as a resource for adoptive families and for

Children's Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 or

people who are considering becoming foster or adoptive parents.

mike.szlapak@vineyardcolumbus.org

Please connect with one of us for support and encouragement in

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or

this area.

michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org If you’re a new follower of Jesus, getting baptized is a public proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in baptism, you must attend one of the required classes. Baptism Celebrations: Saturday & Sunday, January 19 & 20

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 a rich community of worship, friendship, growth, and service. Stop by the small group area at your campus to learn more!

Contact: Julie Pierce (614.625.7335, jasandjul95@netscape.net),

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!

Marriage Journey of Hope Tuesdays, January 15–February 19, 7-9pm Cost: $25 per couple Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register a week in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org

Membership 101

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Sunday, January 27, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

If you and your spouse are experiencing conflict or crisis in your

Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan

marriage, the Journey of Hope classes will help you find healing

Childcare: Register for free at vineyardcolumbus.org/vgc.

and direction. You will learn spiritual & practical applications

Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of

from pastors and marriage coaches to restore hope and trust to

Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership.

your relationship. Couples who attend this class and meet with a

No pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages

Marriage & Family pastor are eligible to participate in our Journey of

1–12). Our next class will be held Sunday, May 9.

Reconciliation (formerly, Begin Again) program.

FAMILIES & MARRIAGE

Journey to Oneness: Committed Dating & Engaged Couples

Family Baby Dedication Saturday, December 8 & Sunday, December 9 Before service, please check in at the registration window next to the bookstore. Check in times: • 6pm Service: 5:30pm • 9am Service: 8:30am • 11:30am Service: 11am Dedication Application Deadline: Sunday, November 25 Contact: Beth Best, beth.best@vineyardcolumbus.org Class attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have previously attended a class for another child, you do not have to attend again. Applications are available at the Information Counter

Saturdays, January 5–February 9, 10am-12pm

Additional two weeks for stepfamilies on February 16 & 23 (10am-12pm) Cost: $20 per person (includes required reading material and online relationship inventory) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org Open to all couples in committed dating relationships, those considering engagement and engaged couples! Come learn how to have the kind of marriage God intended. Open to all, but required 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.

and online. Please bring your completed application to the class. Our next baby dedications will be Saturday & Sunday, February 16 & 17.

V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

VC Students

Girls of Grace

VC Students | Middle & High School

Cost: $10

Weekend Services: Saturdays, 6pm & Sundays, 9am & 11:30am

Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

Contact: Glenda Martin at michellem661@aol.com

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

The mission of Girls of Grace is to empower the lives of girls

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,

through a focus on God's creation of people, and how that creation

614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

relates to self-esteem and self-awareness. The purpose of this

VC Students is our community of students from across the city

six-week course is to focus on building and creating a positive self-

seeking to experience God and grow deeper in their faith. See you

image in the lives of girls. We will focus on Psalm 139 and explore

there!

the definition of being fearfully and wonderfully made. Each one

VC High School | Student Core Application: Pick up an application during high school services Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org Student Core is our leadership team where we partner with Christ to heal the world. We have so much fun doing God’s work together— join us!

Winter Weekend (Grades 8-12) Friday-Sunday, February 8-10

and a half hour course is structured around discussion, activity, and a take-home concept to develop a community of girls who love Christ, love themselves, and love others. It is our prayer to give girls a good foundation, for them to stay equipped and be reminded of who they are throughout life’s journeys, and to plant the seed that they are fearfully and wonderfully made throughout the circumstances of life.

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

Recreation Unlimited 7700 Piper Road Ashley, OH 43003

Smart Women | Wise Men

Cost/Registration:

Wednesdays, January 16, 23 & 30, 7-9pm

• Early Bird Registration $135 (Deadline: December 16)

Childcare: available (must register in advance)

• Regular Registration $155 (Deadline: January 28)

Start the new year off right! Vineyard Women and Vineyard Men will

Contact: Napsai Orlai, napsai.orlai@vineyardcolumbus.org

be hosting a series on wisdom. Wisdom can be defined as truth for

Winter Weekend is our annual winter retreat for students (8-12th

life—knowledge that leads to sound judgements. Today’s society is

grade). This year we’re headed to the awesome camp, Recreation

in such desperate need of wisdom. That’s the bad news. However,

Unlimited. It’s guaranteed to be one of the greatest weekends of

there is good news! Through the Bible, God gives us a wealth of

your life. We’ll have hilarious team competitions, incredible worship

knowledge, insight and understanding about life so we can avoid the

and life-changing encounters with God. This is a high-energy event

dangers and pitfalls of what scripture calls being a fool. There will

that you are going to want to bring your friends to. Winter Weekend

be light refreshments and time to connect with each other. Please

is the place to be, you don’t want to miss it!

VineyardKids

Seniors

Awana

Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees

Tuesdays, Through May 2019, 7-8:30pm

1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am

Cost: $30

Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com

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

Contact: David Grace, 614.769.4413

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

Awana is a discipleship program where parents and children (grades

deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow personally

1-6) memorize and learn the Bible, have fun, and become more like

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

Jesus. It’s a lot of fun and a great way for the church and the family to partner together in raising up our kids to love Jesus. There is a limit to the number of children that can participate, so please register in advance.

Wednesdays, January 16-February 20, Cooper Road Campus

DECEMBER 2018

Singles Ministry

Stay Connected!

All Church Christmas Dance

happening in Women’s Ministry!

Friday, December 14, 7:30-10:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Cost: $15 if paid online by Wednesday, December 12, or $20 at the door

Young Adults

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family

VC Twenty Gathering

Sunday, December 2, 6pm

Contact: Natalie Struttmann, nataliestruttmann@yahoo.com

Childcare: Available for ages 0-5

Bring your friends, co-workers, neighbors, and family members

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

to our most elegant dance of the year. Everyone is welcome. Plan

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

for laughter, a time of connecting, light refreshments and great

We’d love for you to come hang out with us at our Gathering for a

fun. This is a great way to introduce people to the community of

night of worship, teaching, and community. Whether you’re a college

Vineyard Columbus. Tickets will also be on sale at the November

student, young professional, or somewhere in between, we’re saving

and December dance classes.

a seat for you! Visit vineyardcolumbus.org for location.

Vineyard Men

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

180 Men’s Recovery Group

Immigration Services

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.

Men’s Prison Ministry

ICS Walk-in Clinics 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6pm–8:30pm Vineyard Community Center December Clinic dates: December 5 & 19 Contact: Trudy Ann Badillo, 614.259.5322 or trudy.badillo@vineyardcolumbus.org. Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake (Intake & Consultation) Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services ("ICS") provides

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

humanitarian-based immigration legal assistance to persons at or

opportunities are available. For information, see Prison Ministries

below 150% of the US Federal Poverty Guidelines. ICS responds to

under “Volunteer & Serve” in this edition of the MIX for training and opportunities to serve at various jails throughout Central Ohio.

requests from members of the public through our monthly intake clinic. After intake is completed, clients will be given a 30-minute consultation with an AILA immigration attorney in a timely manner.

Vineyard Women

Attorney referrals may be necessary upon consultation. ICS also

International Women’s Breakfast

year; representation decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

1st Saturdays, 9:30–11:30am

Intake is the mandatory first step to receiving services.

Contact: Flo Gimei, fgimei@gmail.com or

Types of cases we currently handle:

Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com We are a group of women from all over the world who meet the first Saturday of every month to experience unity in Christ while we honor our unique cultures and diversity. We share a meal, listen to a brief teaching, discuss and pray for one another. Please bring a dish to share, but if you are unable to bring food, come anyway!

provides legal representation for a limited number of clients per

• Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA") • Defensive Asylum • U Visa • Other Humanitarian Please bring all relevant immigration documents to the appointment or clinic so that we may best serve you. All matters discussed are kept privileged and confidential.

Soul Provider Friday, December 7, 6:30–9pm Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare & event by Wednesday, December 5) Contact: Myiesha McCrary, myiesha.mccrary@vineyardcolumbus.org Soul Provider is a ministry for moms who are single with children up to 18 years of age. We meet the second Friday of every month. Please join us for dinner, special kids' programming and a time of spiritual encouragement and renewal. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Servicios de Consulta de Inmigración

Funeral Needs

Las clínicas ambulatorias se ofreceránel primer y tercer miércoles

Contact: 614.259.5372

6:30pm to 8:30pm en Vineyard Community Center.

If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and need funeral and

Costo: $20.00 (Entrevista y Consulta)

pastoral care services, please call us.

Contacto: Trudy Ann Badillo, 614.259.5299 o trudy.badillo@vineyardcolumbus.org

Helping Hands

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provee asistencia

Contact: Nada Attallah, nada.attallah@vineyardcolumbus.org

legal de inmigración en casos de protección humanitaria a personas

Helping Hands is a ministry that will do minor repairs and upkeep

que cualifiquen mediante los índices de pobreza de 150% o menos,

in your home if you cannot complete them on your own. We do not

de acuerdo a las Guías Federales de Pobreza en E.U. ICS responde a

provide any yard work or help in moving. Most jobs are completed

solicitudes de miembros de la comunidad, a través de las entrevistas

on Saturday mornings between 9am-12pm. If you would like to

realizadas en las clínicas mensuales. Luego de completar la

make a request, please leave a message for an assessment

entrevista los clientes tendrán una consulta de 30 minutos en un tiempo razonable, con un(a) abogado(a) de inmigración afiliada a AILA . Es probable que su caso sea referido a un abogado de la práctica privada posterior a la consulta. ICS también provee representación

Career Coaching

legal a un limitado número de clientes al año; dicha representación

Application: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/career-ministry/about

se determinará caso a caso. La entrevista es el primer paso

We offer comprehensive career coaching by appointment from one

obligatorio para brindarle nuestros servicios.

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

Tipo de casos que manejamos actualmente:

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

• Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (“DACA”)

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

• Procedimientos defensivos de asilo

the application.

• Visa U • Otros procesos humanitarios

Designing Your Legacy | Estate Planning Workshop

Por favor traiga a la cita los documentos de inmigración relevantes

Saturday February 2, 9:30–11:30am

a su caso para poder servirle mejor. Todos los asuntos se mantienen

Cost: Free

protegidos y confidenciales.

Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry

International Ministries

Contact: Kent Irwin, Kent.Irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org

VC International Teams

estate plan and get documents done at no cost to you. This seminar

For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, email us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

East Campus Missions Prayer Group 3rd Mondays, 7pm, East Campus (not meeting in January) 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.

Learn how to pass on your estate at death, how to obtain a good is informational. One-on-one private meetings scheduled in February with estate planners. Documents are done at no cost to you. No childcare will be provided.

Financial Coaching Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry Financial coaching sessions with a trained financial coach are available to give direction to members or regular attendees, whether you are in crisis, struggling, wanting less financial stress, or just wanting to have Godly financial management. One-on-one coaching provides you an opportunity to receive personal and

Vineyard Columbus Missions Prayer Group

confidential guidance. Sessions are with a trained coach in a grace-

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

filled environment.

Contact: Tim Hart, 614.557.0395 or tim@threeharts.com Pray for our international ministry work. We typically worship, share updates on our missionaries, and pray for special areas of the world and our VC missionaries.

Career & Financial

Vineyard Job Club Tuesdays, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center Visit: vineyardcommunitycenter.org (weekly updates) Contact: Paul Nicholson, penicholson51@gmail.com or 614.832.0471

HELP & WELLNESS

Participants in this group will share experiences of their job search

Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team

weekly for 90 minutes where we'll share job leads, receive group

Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239

support, guidance, and career developer feedback followed by a

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

time of prayer and encouragement. This group will particularly

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

appeal to those that have been unemployed for a while, and need

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

more ongoing support and accountability.

DECEMBER 2018

and discuss challenges, strategies, and resources. The job club meets

Empowered Life

Vineyard Free Health Clinics

Meeting God 305: Releasing Freedom

Contact: 614.259.5428

6000 Cooper Road, Westerville

Sunday, December 2, 2:30-4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Free Medical, Chiropractic, Dental, and Vision Clinics

Teacher: Nancy Davis

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

Prerequisite: Meeting God 301

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

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family

Medicaid–eligible with incomes below 200 percent of the Federal

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

(childcare only)

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

Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org

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Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of God and freedom for the

al 614.293.9906.

captives, creating conflict with the present evil age. This class will equip you to obey Jesus’ command to partner with him to set people free from the powers of darkness.

Open Prayer for Healing Sessions

• Medical Clinic Cooper Road: Every Tuesday evening Walk in, first come, first served. Sign-in begins at 4pm. Patient visits begin at 6pm. We provide diagnosis and treatment of

Saturday, December 1, 8 & 15, 9-11am

illnesses. Basic work physicals available by calling 614.259.5428

Contact: Kerry Davis, kerry.davis@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Open to anyone with a need for physical, emotional or deliverance

X-rays.

healing prayer. The Open Prayer for Healing sessions are held at the

• Dental Clinic

Cooper Road campus. No appointment needed. Sessions end at 11am,

Cooper Road (appointment only)

so please allow enough time for the prayer team to effectively pray

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

for you.

We provide dental exams, X–rays, fillings, extractions, and

Health Lower Lights Christian Health Center 6000 Cooper Road:

cleanings. (No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics, or dentures). • Vision Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only)

• Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 8am–5pm

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

• Tuesdays, 8am-3pm

614.259.5428.

• Fridays, 8am-1pm

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

171 E. 5th Avenue: • Mondays–Fridays, 8am–5pm

qualify. • Chiropractic Clinic

Appointments: Call Lower Lights, 614.274.1455 (Option 1).

Cooper Road (appointment only)

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

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

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

614.259.5428.

and private insurance as well as the uninsured. Whole family services

We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain

are offered on a sliding fee scale based upon income. However,

involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.

all patients are seen regardless of ability to pay. Services offered include prenatal care, immunizations, well–child checkups, physicals,

Professional Counseling Center

routine care, and chronic disease management.

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.

Mercy & Justice Orphan Care & Anti-Human Trafficking Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org Please contact Diane if you would like to receive updates and ways to help with our Orphan Care Ministry and our efforts to end human trafficking.

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Support for Life

Circle of Grace Group

180 Men’s Recovery Group

Category: Relationships

Mondays, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

Category: Addictions

Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery fellowship

Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com

for those desiring to heal from any addictive, compulsive, or

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness. This

destructive behavior —“hurts (like abuse or divorce), habits (like

ministry is open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power

addictions to drugs, alcohol, or pornography), or hang-ups (like

of God and the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We

anger, co-dependency, or pride).” Here you will find a safe place

include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring,

to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused

and healing prayer.

on Christ-centered recovery. Meetings include worship, teaching,

All Things New

sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s love and power!

Category: Healing

Circle of Hope Group

Contact/Register: dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org

Category: Relationships

Cost: $15 per person (includes book and workbook)

Contact/Register: Sue, movingonwithJesus@gmail.com

The purpose of this 8-week group is to create a safe place for

A confidential group for women with unwanted same sex attraction

women with past sexual abuse to share their stories and receive

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

further healing. We will go through Nicole Bromley’s book HUSH

discussion will focus on topics presented via video as well as

and SOAR workbook. Registration and books for a nominal fee are

personal experience. The goal is to discover how God is working in

required for participation. Pre-registration is required.

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

Blue Christmas

each other. Please contact Sue for more information.

Thursday, December 13, 7-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus, Chapel

Circle of Love Group

Childcare: Not available

1st Monday of the month, 7-9pm

Contact: Joyce Stewart, supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org

Category: Relationships

Blue Christmas services, also commonly called "Longest Night"

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

services, are traditionally held on the longest day of the year,

This confidential group meets to offer hope, support, prayers, and

acknowledging the darkness in which we often wait during a season

resources to those affected by same-sex attraction. This group is

of Advent while encouraging us to hold out hope for the coming of

primarily for parents and friends of people with same-sex attraction

Emmanuel, the Light we are promised will dawn into our deepest

but is also open to those who experience it. In an environment of

darkness. Join us for a sacred service of scripture, music, meditation,

grace and truth, we seek to share experiences and help all to love

and remembrance as we wait in hope and certainty for God's light.

each other well. Please contact Linda Parker to confirm meeting

Celebrate Recovery

date.

Fridays, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

Dealing with Difficult People 1 & 2

Category: Addictions & Healing

Saturday, February 9, 9am-3pm

Childcare: not available

Category: Relationships

Registration: Required

Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery fellowship

614.259.5472

for those desiring to heal from any addictive, compulsive, or

As a leader, you encounter a lot of the “mess” in people’s lives—and

destructive behavior —“hurts (like abuse or divorce), habits (like

often may not feel equipped to handle it! This class—which will also

addictions to drugs, alcohol, or pornography), or hang-ups (like

include “lab time” to practice what you’re learning—will give you

anger, co-dependency, or pride).” Here you will find a safe place

some basic skills on how to handle things like self-harm, suicidality,

to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused

difficult emotional situations, mental illness, and the exposure of sin

on Christ-centered recovery. Meetings include worship, teaching,

issues as a group leader.

sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s love and power!

3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm

DECEMBER 2018

DivorceCare for Men Wednesdays, December. 5 & 12

Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past

Next session begins January 16, 7-9pm (13 weeks)

Wednesdays, beginning February 6

Category: Relationships & Loss

Category: Healing

Cost: $15 for workbook

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

Contact: Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org

must pre–register)

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

Cost: $15 for materials ( The Invisible Bond by Barbara Wilson,

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

required reading prior to the study)

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

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

can be joined at any time.

DivorceCare for Women Wednesdays, beginning January 9, 7-9pm (13 weeks) Category: Relationships & Loss Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Susan, smbwaters@gmail.com DivorceCare is a 13-week support group for separated and/or

This study provides forgiveness, freedom, healing and hope to those who've been wounded by their sexual past, whether through choices of their own or choices others have forced upon them. Discover the truth about sexual bonding, how it impacts us and can continue to impact our current and future relationships. Learn to reverse the lies we've ingrained and replace them with God's truth.

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

Grace//Truth 1.0

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

Saturday, January 19, 9am-12pm (5 weeks)

can be joined at any time. Next session begins January 9.

Cost: $8 (includes book and materials)

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Sawmill Campus: Beginning Saturday, January 5, 9:30-11:30am Cooper Road Campus: Beginning Wednesday, January 9, 7-9pm 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

Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com Grace//Truth is a five-week small group learning experience that introduces Christians to LGBT+ people, the language to use and 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.

are inseparable. Eight life-changing sessions will show you how to

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

incorporate daily life rhythms that lead to a healthy relationship with

1st Tuesdays of every month except January, July,

Jesus and with others. The course is closed after the second session.

and September, 7–9pm

Community Life groups may sign up to borrow the DVD sets at any

Category: Relationships

time for their groups.

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

Families of Addicted Loved Ones 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm Category: Addictions & Relationship Contact: Melinda, VineyardFALO@gmail.com Cost: $10 for workbook This group is designed to bring education, hope, support, and prayer

pre–register) Register for childcare: vineyardcolumbus.org Register: Kris Garwood, Garwood.2@osu.edu, 614.259.5472 This group allows grandparents to share the joys and the struggles of parenting again with those who understand. Speakers address relevant topics.

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

GriefShare

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

Beginning: Wednesday, January 23, 7-9pm (13 weeks)

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

Category: Loss

THEY need!

Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Chuck Clark, benaiah2.0@gmail.com GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This 13-week co-ed discussion/support group is for those grieving the death of a loved one and can be joined at any time. Next session begins January 23.

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Hearts Restored 8-Week Class: Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

Loving Someone with Mental Illness

Tuesdays, January 15-March 5, 7-9pm

Category: Relationships

Category: Healing

Contact: Karen Twinem, 614.439.8475

This is a support group for families and friends of people with mental

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline

The experience of sexual betrayal is traumatic and disorienting.

personality disorder, etc.). Each meeting includes a short teaching,

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

discussion, and prayer.

testimonies from women who have seen God work powerfully in their lives through their healing journey. We will cover topics that are foundational to God-led recovery including an overview of what true recovery looks like, the effects of trauma, establishing safety, self-care, building a support system, setting boundaries, detaching, accountability, managing triggers, finding hope and planning for the future. Various books and resources are incorporated into the class, and weekly homework is assigned. To help facilitate safety and community the class will be closed to new participants after the first

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7–9pm

MOM: Moms of the Military 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7-9pm Category: Healing Contact: Lynn Getz, lgetz@columbus.rr.com Moms of the Military is a Christ-centered support group for moms, spouses, or any woman who has someone they love serving in the military. In this group, we will study the Bible, pray together, and support each other as our loved ones serve our country.

session. Pre-Registration is required.

One Minded in Christ

Hearts Restored Support Group | Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

1st and 3rd Tuesdays, Beginning January 15

Tuesdays, January 15-March 5, 7–9pm Category: Relationships Contact: HeartsRestoredVC@gmail.com This support group is a faith-based, safe, confidential place to share with other women who understand the devastating effects of sexual betrayal—whether it's pornography or emotional/extramarital 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.

Life Support Mentoring Application: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Support for Life, 614.259.5289 or lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org Register: If you're a member or regular attendee and would like 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. 22.

Category: Healing Contact: Angela Fontanini, 614.378-8998 or one-minded@outlook.com Modeled after Philippians 2:1-2, this is a co-ed support group for those affected with mental health (brain based) issues, other than addiction. The meeting format consists of relevant resources or teachings, and share and prayer time. Find us on Facebook, search for the closed-group, One-minded In Christ.

Redefining Christ Beginning, Tuesday January 8, 6-8pm (8 weeks) Category: Healing Contact: Gina Harding at redefiningchrist@gmail.com This closed, cyclical co-ed support group is for women and men 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 men and come alongside them. Our goal is to springboard into a praying small group for further discipleship. No participants may join after the first class has begun, and preregistration is required. Each meeting will include worship and teaching, but the main focus will be on sharing and prayer. Please contact Gina for more info and to register.

Roots (Men) Thursdays, 7:30-9pm Category: Addiction 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, 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!

DECEMBER 2018

Roots (Women) Mondays, 4-5:30pm, 5th Ave. Food Pantry

Vineyard Community Center

181 E 5th Ave, Columbus, 43201

VCC After School Program

Category: Addiction

After School K-5

Contact: Shelly Moss or Debi Evans, womans.roots@gmail.com

Monday-Friday, 3-6pm

This is a substance (drug/alcohol) abuse recovery group for young

Registration: vineyardcommunitycenter.org

women. Come join us as we share our experiences, lift each other up,

VCC After School K-5 works toward the goal of developing

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

students of character. This holistic program offers social emotional

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

development, academic enrichment, homework support, physical

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

recreation, and experiences with STEAM (science, technology,

Sister Sister

engineering, arts, and mathematics). Youth will engage in service projects, student led learning initiatives, leadership development,

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm

and learn foundational social skills essential for growth and

Category: Healing

development. Parents will also have leadership opportunities

Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com

to serve, be a voice, and provide support for development of the

We are a group of women who have all survived multiple tragic

youth.

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.

Registration & Contact Information VCC After School K-5/Summer Nikki Mills, Program Manager of VCC K-5

Sisters of Sarah

Email: vcck5@vineyardcolumbus.org

1st Thursdays, 7:15-9:15pm

Phone: 614.259.5244

Category: Loss

Lizz Birkhoff, Administrative Assistant

Contact: Melissa, meladams617@gmail.com, 614.353.1792 or

Email: vcck5@vineyardcolumbus.org

Jeannine, 614.578.7094 or jmanderson30@gmail.com

Phone: 614.259.5251

Sisters of Sarah is a hope and support group for women facing the hardship of primary or secondary infertility. We have a time of

After School Middle & High School

sharing food, socializing, open discussion, and prayer together.

Monday-Friday, 3-6pm

Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in Your Marriage

Registration: vineyardcommunitycenter.org VCC MS/HS After School Program is building experiences and exposure for our youth. We cover a range of experiences that

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

will help support and develop life readiness skills, career/service

Category: Relationships

learning exploration & workforce readiness, college & post-high

Contact: Laurel, jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614.886.1749

exploration, and academic enrichment along with individualized

We are a group of married women who feel alone in our Christian

academic support. Youth will also engage in leadership

walk with our husbands. Please come and join us as we support one

opportunities, mentoring development, identity and relationship

another, pray for our husbands, fellowship, and become Sisters in our

capacity building through our holistic life readiness program.

Journey as we walk together with Christ as our ‘First Love’.

Parents will also have leadership opportunities to serve, be a voice,

With God’s Grace & Dignity

and provide support for development of the youth.

2nd Wednesday of every month, 7-9pm

Registration for the 2018-2019 K-12 school year is now open!

Contact: Francine, fknapp4590@aol.com

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

Category: Healing

the fee is paid either up front or on a monthly schedule and includes

This group is for women who suffer from Fibromyalgia, Lupus,

a seat in the summer program. *Discounts available for families

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Psoriasis, Type 1 Diabetes, or any number

with multiple children enrolling in after school programming.

of other autoimmune diseases. What you are going through is real,

Registration & Contact Information

and is often misunderstood by friends, family members, and even

VCC MS/HS After School and Summer

doctors! Come and join us as we share resources, discuss scriptural

Kevin Gilmore, Program Manager of VCC MS/HS

topics for encouragement, and support and pray for each other.

Email: vccmshs@vineyardcolumbus.org Phone: 614.259.5523 Nann Horn, Administrative Assistant of VCC MS/HS Email: vccmshs@vineyardcolumbus.org Phone: 614.259.5507

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MIDPOINT ONS ITE SMALL GROUP

B E G I N N I N G T H U R S D AY, J A N U A R Y 1 0 7 P M , CO O P E R R OA D C A M P U S Midpoint is back! If you want to get in a small group, but you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t comfortable meeting in a home, then Midpoint is the place for you! Midpoint is an on-site small group. It is a weekly gathering that consists of worship, teaching, table discussions and community in a familiar spaceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;your church. Learn more and register for childcare at V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G / M I D P O I N T

DECEMBER 2018

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT A Journey Through Exodus Monday, January 28 , February 4, 11 & 18, 7-8:15pm Sawmill Campus (4140 Tuller Road, Dublin OH 43017) Childcare: Not available Contact: Myra Gaiters, myra.gaiters@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Joyful Noise Worship Service (Special Needs) 2nd Sundays, 5:30–6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Pam Newman, pmnewman7@gmail.com Join our Accessible Worship Service for people affected by disabilities and their families, friends, and neighbors. We have a worship band, brief message, and prayer time. Bring your tambourines and streamers.

614.259.5439

Meeting God 303 | Power Healing and Evangelism

Have you ever noticed that the Old Testament can be hard to

Monday, December 3, 7-9pm, Sawmill Campus

understand? Many books seem strange—from a distant time and

Wednesday, December 5, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Campus

a distant place. Even worse, for Christians, the Old Testament can

Childcare: Not available

seem disconnected from what we find in the New Testament—law

Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org

vs. grace, judgment vs. love, angry God vs. Jesus. But in fact, the

Do you want to see God heal others? This class will explore New

story of the Old Testament is our story as followers of Jesus. In

Testament healings and encourage you with stories of healing today.

this class, Pastor Scott Engebretson will guide us on “A Journey

You will receive practical training and inspiration to pray for physical

Through Exodus.” The book of Exodus is one of the great Old

healing at church, work, school or the community.

Testament books. In these four sessions, we will journey through the book together to find that many of the things we’ve thought

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about the God of the Old Testament need to be reshaped.

Learn more: vineyardinstitute.org

The journey of the exodus people is our story too. Come journey

Vineyard Institute exists as a global education provider to equip the

with us!

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,

Alpha

a parent, a small group leader, ministry worker, missionary, church-

Thursdays, January 3–February 28, 6:30-8:30pm

planter or a pastor.

(Not meeting Thursday, February 14) Vineyard Community Center Childcare: available (must register in advance)

Art Ministry

Contact: alpha@vineyardcolumbus.org

Invitation to VC Artists for North Hall Gallery Exhibits 2019

Alpha is a safe and open environment created especially for people

Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

who want to understand more about Christianity or for those

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

who don't identify as Christians, and are open to learning more.

artists in the North Hall Gallery during 2019, contact Holly Messerall.

This course is for your friends, family members, co-workers and

A minimum of 10 pieces required (more than 10 can be considered).

neighbors who have questions about spirituality and if you you

Please submit a portfolio for review.

have questions you should come too.

Vineyard Artist Community

Deaf Ministry Events

Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

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

If you are interested in connecting with other artists in the VC art

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

ministry, please contact Holly Messerall for more information.

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted

Advent & Christmas Artwork

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

Saturday, December 1–Sunday, January 6, Café Exhibit Wall Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

Holy Spirit Encounter

Additional exhibit areas will be open if artwork is available from our

Wednesday, December 11, 7-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Vineyard Artist Community.

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5/child or $10/family Register: Childcare only (by Tuesday, October 16) Contact: Diane Bailey, Diane.Bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org Encounter is a time of worship, prayer, and seeking more of the Holy Spirit together. Robb Morgan, Delaware City Vineyard Pastor, will be speaking about engaging the Holy Spirit in your everyday life at our Cooper Road campus.

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Campuses

Christmas Eve

Lane Avenue Campus | Serve in Prayer

Christmas Eve at Vineyard Columbus

Contact: Klodiana Tedesco, klodiana@gmail.com or

2,000 years ago, every person who drew near to the manger—seeker

bit.ly/serveatlaneavenue

and skeptic alike—was changed by what they encountered. If we

There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue

draw near to the manger, our lives will also be transformed! This

Campus. For more info, contact Klodiana.

Christmas, come as you are to the Vineyard to discover and celebrate

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

the meaning of Jesus’ birth. Service Times & Locations:

Contact: Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.256.5254 or

Cooper Road Campus

irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, OH

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

Monday, December 24

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

• 3pm (Children’s programming for ages 1- Kindergarten)

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

• 5pm (Children’s programming for ages 1- Kindergarten)

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

• 7pm (Spanish translation available)

are welcome as you are!

• 10pm (Hosted by VC Twenty)

La Viña | Servicio en Español

East Campus

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

333 Jericho Road, Pickerington, OH Monday, December 24 • 3pm & 5pm (Provisions for small children will be available, but no children’s programming)

La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español y nos reunimos

Lane Avenue Campus

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

2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, OH

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

Monday, December 24

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

• 4pm (Family friendly candlelight service)

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

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

La Viña (Spanish-speaking campus) 6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, OH Monday, December 24 • 7pm (Service in auditorium with Spanish translation available)

Childcare: Hay cuidado de niños.

Sawmill Campus

Contact: Jordan Espino-Arvizu,

4140 Tuller Road, Dublin, OH

Jordan.espino-arvizu@vineyardcolumbus.org

Monday, December 24

Una noche de alabanza extendida, y encuentro con el Espíritu Santo

• 3pm & 5pm (Family friendly services)

a través de la alabanza, palabras proféticas, y un tiempo extendido de oración.

Community Life

An extended worship night, and encounter with the Holy Spirit

12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups

through worship, prophetic words, and ministry time.

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.

Application: vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-spiritual-formation-2/ Contact: covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org 12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups are groups of about twelve people who meet monthly for 12 months and whose members are committed to intentionally deepening their lives with Jesus in the process of spiritual formation. 12-for-12 groups are designed for people who regularly lead or serve in the church, and who want to build spiritual ballast into their lives in keeping with the ways they are giving themselves away – groups are designed not to interfere with existing commitments. *Group membership is by application only* Groups starting during the first trimester of 2019 will be posted in December 2018.

DECEMBER 2018

All Leader Gathering

Bookstore Volunteer Opportunities

January 15, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register by January 4)

614.259.5323

Registration: Registration is not required, but RVSP encouraged

• One day a week, 2-3 hours anytime from 12-5pm, Tuesdays-

Contact: Myra Gaiter, myra.gaiters@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5439 Come out for an exciting evening as our Senior Pastor Rich Nathan shares his vision and theme for the 2019 All Church Campaign! This event is for every leader in every area of ministry at Vineyard Columbus. You don't want to miss it. There will be great worship,

Fridays • Two Saturdays or Sundays per month, serve as a cashier for the 15 minutes before and the 20 minutes after the service you attend • Cooper Road Library volunteer: Volunteer once a week restocking books, contacting overdue books and adding in new inventory.

snacks, and even some giveaways!

Career

Midpoint | Onsite Small Group

Career Ministry Volunteers

Beginning Thursday, January 10, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org

Childcare: Available (must register in advance)

The Career Ministry needs new volunteers to serve in different roles

Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/midpoint

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

Midpoint is back! If you want to get in a small group, but you aren’t

networking pro, workplace navigator, and liaison between searchers

comfortable meeting in a home, then Midpoint is the place for you!

and job providers.

Midpoint is an on-site small group. It is a weekly gathering that consists of worship, teaching, table discussions and community in a familiar space-your church.

Communications Volunteer with Communications

New Year's Eve

Contact: vineyard.communication@vineyardcolumbus.org

It’s Working | New Year’s Eve Service

that would like to use their talents to reach our church community.

Monday December 31, 10:30pm–12am

If you are passionate about story-telling, we’d love to meet you. If

Join us this New Year’s Eve for our special service, entitled “It’s

you’re interested, please contact us using the email above.

Working”. Celebrate with us the promise of Jesus’ return. We

Community Life

will have worship along with a teaching from Pastor Charles Montgomery followed by a short after party. Please bring a dessert to share, dropping it off in the main lobby as you come into the building. Childcare is not available, but this is a family friendly service. We hope to see you this New Year’s Eve!

Our Communications department is looking for talented creatives

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

VOLUNTEER & SERVE

upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information

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

Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs

opportunities, check out the list of volunteer opportunities at vineyardcolumbus.org/volunteer, or stop by the Ministry Counter in the Main Lobby at our Cooper Road Campus. Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

and to register!

Visit: vcsmallgroups.org Did you know that we have a resource page just for our small group leaders? Short on time this week to prepare a small group discussion? Wondering how you can get more training? Need some tips on how

Bookstore & Library

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

Bookstore | Meet the Author

have questions, write us at smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org.

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

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!

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Community Outreach

Franklin Medical Center Parenting Class Volunteers

The following outreach opportunities are a bridge between our

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

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

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

614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org for general

materials and necessary training.

questions or contact the person designated for the outreach.

PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

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

MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES We minister to men during worship services at multiple facilities.

Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or

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

deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

prison, contact Deborah Scott.

Jackson Pike: 3rd Saturdays, 6:45–8:45pm

Training for Prison Basics Saturday, January 5, 9am-12pm Contact/Register: Deborah, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org This training is the first step in a basic understanding of the culture,

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

rules of the institutions and how we build a bridge of friendship in

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project

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

Days and times vary (One day every three months)

area of ministry, please contact Deborah Scott for more information

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

or to register.

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

Prison Ministry Gathering Saturday, January 12, 10am-12pm Contact/Register: Rhodie Shreve, rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org As a follow up to Prison Basics, 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 to serve and to enjoy a pastry with a cup of coffee! Please register by contacting Rhodie Shreve.

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.

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. • Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturdays Only

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project: Volunteers at Franklin County Jail, Franklin County Medical Center, and The Ohio Reformatory for Women Days and times vary (2 hours every other month) Contact: Deborah Scott, deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org Volunteers record incarcerated parents reading to their children, then we wrap the books and CDs and send them to the children. We

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

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

Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue

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

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

available.

We are looking for volunteers to help set up the kitchen and prepare for serving food, cleaning up, and closing the kitchen. Volunteers will be serving with 1-3 other anchor volunteers. It is busy, but fun! Training is available.

DECEMBER 2018

• Monday Night Service Mondays, 6pm 5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org Small groups can plan, prepare, and serve a meal (we can provide meal ideas). We are looking for families and small groups to help us purchase and prepare our holiday meals at the Monday Night Service in November and December. Please contact Jenney for more details and to sign up! • Check-in Volunteers

OHIO BENEFIT BANK OPPORTUNITIES Saturday mornings, 8-11am, 4664 Cleveland Avenue Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org Help connect low and moderate-income Ohioans with free tax preparation and access to potential public benefits and work supports. We are always looking for volunteer counselors and training is provided. Contact Rhodie to make an appointment to meet with a counselor or be trained.

VINEYARD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY GARDEN

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

Contact: vccgarden@cybercalvin.com

5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

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

Contact: Chris Blosser, cblosser4@att.net

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

Could you help out twice a month checking in people at our

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

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

We have experienced gardeners who oversee this project and there

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

are year-round opportunities.

this opportunity to serve. • Licensed Barbers and Cosmetologists

PRAY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org

We are looking for licensed barbers to offer free haircuts for 2–4

Contact Jenney Rice to sign up for our prayer newsletter and

hours at our pantry locations on Saturday mornings and licensed

intercede for this ministry area.

cosmetologists to volunteer services at our Northside pantry.

Deaf Ministry

• Pantry Drivers & Donation Pick-up Helpers Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

We are in need of strong volunteers to help pick up food from

We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and

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

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

and/or use a forklift is helpful, but not necessary. Pick-ups are on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Approximate time commitment is 4 hours every other week. If you are free to pick up donated items

Early Childhood

from local grocery stores/bakeries, we could use help with that

Early Childhood Worship Ministry

too, usually on Fridays.

Contact: Debi Leake, debi.leake@vineyardcolumbus.org Share your love for Jesus with children through music! Volunteer to

HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

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

Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach

Global Café

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Global Café Volunteers

Help us bring food and supplies to the homeless living outdoors.

Contact: vineyard.cafe@vineyardcolumbus.org

We travel together as a team to various outdoor stops. Serve with

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

a small group or individually. Groups must be scheduled through

family of believers who get to experience God through service and

Rhodie and children ages 10 and older are welcome. If you or your

fellowship. The Café is an atmosphere where fresh, made–from–

small group would like to make a meal for this outreach, we can

scratch food connects the community with the love of Christ.

cover the cost. Just email for details!

YWCA Family Shelter Breakfast

Health Clinics

900 Harvey Court, Columbus, OH 43219

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

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

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, dental

Help cook and serve breakfast to the 50 families at the shelter. Great

assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team members (Meeting

outreach for the kids too!

God 301 required for prayer teams). V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Media Arts

Special Needs Intervention Support Team

Video, Audio, & Lighting Support

Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: media.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org

specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

If you have training in behavior intervention, special education,

quality to support the sights and sounds of the weekend service. If

autism, and/or mental health support, consider being on call to

you love to use technology to help people encounter God, contact

help us create a safety net when the Special Needs ministry needs

us to start making a difference in your church.

extra help.

Outreach & Connect

Support for Life

Care Caller Ministry

Become a Life Support Mentor

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

Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org or

614.259.5313

614.259.5289

We need your help! If you’d like a behind the scenes ministry you can

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

do from home, on your own schedule, please consider joining Care

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

Callers. We connect with and pray for our Vineyard family through

term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement,

phone calls. Our goal is to call every member of the church in the

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

next 18 months. This is a one year commitment.

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

Security Ministry

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

Medical Response Team

Become a Support for Life Group Leader

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

Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or

We are looking for volunteers to help with medical emergencies that

614.259.5472

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

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

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

We are looking for leaders to create groups that offer a safe

interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.

environment for those who are struggling to experience the love of Jesus and the care of his community. If you've benefited from

Special Needs

support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that

Bridge Builders

group related to the same issue.

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

We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:

Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,

• Parents of children/teens on the autism spectrum

specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org (teens/adults)

• Families impacted by the opioid crisis

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

• Female or male victims of domestic violence

part of our church community.

Body Builders Class (Special Needs) Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Amanda Fessehazion, specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org Adults who are VC members are needed for our Middle School or Teens/Adults classes with special needs. Can you be kind, laugh, sit at a table, color, listen, pray, and sing worship songs? Join us twice a month.

VC International Teams & Ministries Cross Cultural Friendships Contact: Carli Snyder, carli.snyder@vineyardcolumbus.org Throughout scripture it is evident that God loved the foreigner, and calls his people to love them, too. If you love meeting new people, and you would enjoy coming alongside a refugee in their transition to Western culture, please contact Carli Snyder for more information

Sensory Break Room/Buddy Connection

on how to serve our local refugee population through the gift of

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus

cross-cultural friendship.

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.

has resulted in growth and freedom, you can help others by leading a

DECEMBER 2018

English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers

International Ministry Interest Meeting

Contact: Jackie Williams, jackie.williams@vineyardcolumbus.org

Sunday, January 27, 2:30-4:30pm

We are seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas for Fall ESL

Contact: Jackie Williams, 614.259.5369 or

classes (September 4-May 21) :

jackie.williams@vineyardcolumbus.org

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 10–11:30am (Cooper)

Please join us to learn more about our international ministry and

Tuesdays, 7pm–9pm (Sawmill and Cooper)

ways to get engaged locally and globally through local service, 2019

• Greeters: Our ESL students are eager to interact with people who

international ministry trips and long-term opportunities. We will

enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words as they

also be sharing stories about what God is doing here among refugee

enter the classroom.

families and overseas through our trips.

• Teachers: If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime and evening ESL classes.

Missions Care Team Contact: Dotty Christensen, dbchristensen77@gmail.com If you enjoy hospitality, encouraging others, hearing how God is

Fridays, 9-10am

working, or want to give gifts, of time or money, then missionary

Contact: John Olver, johnolver.vc@gmail.com

care is for you!

• Conversation Table Leader: We have a vibrant ESL program and are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation Table Leaders.

Refugee Ministry Opportunities • Cross Cultural Friendships Contact: Carli Snyder, carli.snyder@vineyardcolumbus.org

International Friendships (IFI)

Throughout scripture it is evident that God loved the foreigner,

Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or

and calls his people to love them, too. If you love meeting new

burchettjes@gmail.com

people, and you would enjoy coming alongside a refugee in their

International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus to

transition to Western culture, please contact Carli Snyder for more

promote friendships and show hospitality to international students

information on how to serve our local refugee population through

at OSU.

the gift of cross-cultural friendship.

• IFI English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner

• Drop-in Center

Visit: ifipartners.org/culture–cuisine–church–small–groups.pdf

Wednesdays, 3-5pm

Become a conversation partner and help students practice

Contact: Carli Snyder, carli.snyder@vineyardcolumbus.org

English, learn about American culture, and more. Individuals and

This drop-in center is located at our Vineyard ministry apartment.

families can meet with an international student or couple monthly

On a typical day volunteers will be making phone calls (contacting

for a meal or activity.

doctors/schools/utility companies/etc.), reading mail, doing

• IFI Internship Program Contact: Estera Pirosca, e.pirosca@ifiusa.org Visit: ifipartners.org/interns.php#give (financial donations) IFI would like to place interns (20 hours/week) in the chemical 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

research on the computer, and helping refugee families navigate tasks related to daily life and our government systems. Volunteers need to be flexible, able to multi-task, and have basic computer skills. Contact Carli Snyder for more details. • Tutoring Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm Contact: Andrea Tawney, andrea.tawney.vc@gmail.com We’re looking for committed volunteers to tutor refugee and immigrant children on a weekly basis for the Winter school semester. Come join the fun! Volunteers are required to complete an application, attend a training, and consent to a background check. Please contact Andrea Tawney for more information and a volunteer application.

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.

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DECEMBER 2018

VC Students VC Students Small Groups & Weekend Services Leaders

Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School Monday-Friday, 3-6pm, September-April Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

We are looking for volunteers who are willing to help our middle and

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

high schoolers with academics. But more importantly, we are looking

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,

for volunteers willing to spend time with our students. Volunteering

614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

with our program is a great opportunity for mentorship. We would

Volunteer with VC Students in two special areas: Small Groups and

love to have you on our team.

Weekend Services. Training is provided.

One Child One Community: Adopt A School

Vineyard Community Center

Contact: Gregg Hay, 614.259.5462 or

Artists Needed

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

Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

Child One Community needs groups to partner with us to support

Contact Vineyard Columbus Artists if you are a member of the

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

church and interested in teaching an arts or crafts class.

contact Anna Fullen.

Artists Small Group

VineyardKids

Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

gregg.hay@vineyardcolumbus.org

Come with ideas to share and plan a course of growth beginning

Be an AWANA Leader!

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

Tuesdays, September through May, 6:15-9pm

interested.

Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room Application: Pick up an application from the children’s info desk or

Coaches and Referees Needed for Vineyard Athletics!

the Kidz Quest welcome center

Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or

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

jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

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

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

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

disciples we focus on scripture memory, friendship, and fun.

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or

Kids’ Worship: Campus Volunteer Recruitment

carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse

Each campus handles kids’ worship differently and needs people

practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team

who want to help kids connect to God through the worship arts. No

members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).

need to play an instrument! We offer training, materials, and include

Volunteer with After-School Program: Elementary

you in a rotation.

Monday-Friday, 3-6pm, September-April

Kidz Quest Leaders

Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

We are looking for volunteers for our after school program for our

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

elementary aged children. We are looking for helpers, who will assist

Jesus said that if we are to inherit the kingdom of God we need to

our facilitators with tasks in the classrooms once a week throughout

humble ourselves as little children. If this is true, why don’t we hang

the school year. We are looking for reading buddies to spend 30

with kids more often to learn to be like them? We have opportunities

minutes with a specific child every week, reading together and

this summer and also starting in September.

building relationships. We are also looking for homework helpers to assist children with homework.

Vineyard Women Vineyard Women Event Team Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for women who enjoy meeting people, serving others, and offering hospitality to join our Event Team. We need help promoting the event, administrative help, decorating, greeting, registration, and more. We have fun serving together—please join us!

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Worship Arts

Automobile Donations

Serve with Worship Arts

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

Contact: shannon.gott@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

The Worship Arts Ministry is looking for experienced musicians (all

are provided to a person or family. High mileage cars are okay in fairly

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

good condition. We sell cars in poor condition and use the funds for

for bilingual vocalists.

this ministry.

Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus

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

Contact: shannon.gott@vineyardcolumbus.org Our desire is to join together and sing praises to him. If you are musically gifted, sense God’s calling, and would like to be a part of the Choir at Vineyard Columbus, please email Shannon Gott.

Other Opportunities Car Ministry Contact: Jeff, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org Do you work (or as a hobby) in the auto industry doing mechanical or auto body work? If so, we are looking to develop a car ministry and would love for you to participate!

We would love to have reading glasses for men in the prisons we serve, prescription 1.25 thru 2.75 strength. Drop off in our metal bins at the church entrances and clearly mark the bag for men’s 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,

Baker’s Delight

contact our Finance department.

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

Pantry Donations (Community Outreach)

We bake for the women’s shelter, single moms, children’s volunteers, women’s ministry events, nursing homes, and others. Great for friends, families, and small groups who are looking for outreach opportunities. Join us!

Ohio Benefit Bank Counselors Needed Visit: ohiobenefits.org Church members guide clients through a user–friendly, web–based computer program to access public benefits like food stamps, Medicaid, free tax filing, etc.

G I V E & D O N AT E Anti-Human Trafficking Contact: Nicole, nicole@iamonevoice.org We assist an organization that works with victims of human trafficking by providing the following items: nail polish, face wash, body wash, body lotion, hand sanitizer, Dove soap , facial/skin care gift sets, journals, deodorant, lip balm, restaurant gift cards Donations for these items are items are collected on an ongoing

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.

Navidad para Venezuela | Donaciones de juguetes para Venezuela Para más información, contactar a Jordan o a la pastora Irene Casale-Petrarca, Jordan.espino-arvizu@vineyardcolumbus.org o Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org En los meses de noviembre y diciembre estaremos recolectando donaciones de juguetes para ser enviados a iglesias La Viña en

basis at our Ministry Center and our Cooper Road Campus.

Venezuela, para bendecir a las familias que podamos y llevarles una

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

peor crisis humanitaria en Venezuela. No necesitan envolturas de

Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org Our women’s prison ministry offers a program to incarcerated moms that enables them to record themselves reading a book to 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 entrances and label “Aunt Mary’s.”

Contact: Mandi, 614.259.5384

DECEMBER 2018

sonrisa, alegría y el amor de Cristo a muchos niños afectados por la regalo Pueden dejar sus donaciones en el contenedor en la entrada del lobby de la capilla antes del 10 de diciembre.

Christmas for Venezuela | Christmas Toy Drive for Venezuela

Yarn Donations Needed for Baby Blankets

Contact: Jordan or Pastor Irene Casale-Petrarca,

Reformatory for Women to make 25 crocheted baby blankets for

Jordan.espino-arvizu@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Vineyard’s Value Life ministry and we are truly excited to have this

Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

opportunity! The women in the prison will crochet the baby blankets

During the months of November and December we will be collecting

BUT we need your help to collect any color of infant quality yarn for

toys to send to La Viña churches in Venezuela. It is our desire to bless

them to use! Drop your donations of yarn bagged and marked in the

these families during the humanitarian crisis they are experiencing

Community Outreach metal bins to the attention of Tiffany Fluellen.

Our ministry has received an offer from the ladies at the Ohio

by showing Christ’ love and bringing a smile to their children’s faces. No gift wrap necessary. Donations can be dropped off in the donation container in the Chapel entrance anytime before December 10.

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 Donations Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby throughout the week. Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship services. As winter approaches, we need twin and queen blankets! We also need shampoo, toothpaste, knife sets and pillows.

Value Life Donations Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.orgWinter is just around the corner, we need lots of Newborn and 0-3 sleepers and onesies to keep babies nice and warm! We also need all sizes of diapers (except size 2), receiving blankets and Gerber Brand Formula. Please drop off in the Ministry Center Lobby – Value Life Donations containers. Thanks so much for your support, this fiscal year we have served more than 600 women and babies! Like Value Life on Facebook and visit vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/ value–life.

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alk with Pastor Anthony Cannon for a minute or two about the Visitation Care Team and you’ll immediately hear the

kindness and pastoral care in his voice—a genuine love-on-theground for the sometimes forgotten part of the body of Christ, those nursing home seniors, community shut-ins, and elderly saints who just can’t make it to church on a regular basis.

But Anthony hasn’t always been on staff at Vineyard Columbus. When asked about how his twenty-plus years in the United States Army shaped his decision to enter the ministry, he said that being a recruiter “exposed me to all kinds of issues and people. It prepared me to be out among civilians. Twenty years ago, I gave my life to God. The Lord was saying, ‘You thought I was preparing

“The people are such a blessing,” says Anthony. “When you’re

you to be a good soldier, but I’m preparing you for much more

dealing with someone in pain, you don’t get churchy answers. You

than that.”

get vulnerable people who trust you with their honest feelings.

His final encouragement to join the pastoral staff came from

They say things like ‘I’m afraid’ and ‘How’s this going to end?’ It’s so amazing, so amazing they share their trust.”

inside the church, from those who knew him best. “Senior Pastor Rich Nathan and Pastor Stephen Van Dop recognized my gifting

Where is this hidden blessing? Inside the Visitation Care Team

before I did. One-on-one is my calling. The body, the leaders saw

at Vineyard Columbus. It’s all part of Anthony’s ongoing work

gifting in me and put me in a position to win.”

as the VCT staff pastor. Whether he’s teaching a bible study at

Now, as the leader of Funeral Ministries, Anthony seeks to

Ashford on Broad or helping a family through the difficult task of planning a funeral, Anthony embraces what he calls “the ministry of presence,” a lifestyle that Henri Nouwen also knows something about:

encourage others. He praised Mandi Grohoske for being the engine of the funeral ministry “ she puts together our receptions and repasts. It’s so good. Our church is going to come alongside you and serve you during your time of bereavement. We really

I wonder more and more if the first thing shouldn’t be to know

want to expand this ministry too. What if we could care for people

people by name, to eat and drink with them, to listen to their

a year past their loss—call them, talk to them, check up on how

stories and tell your own, and to let them know with words,

they’re doing. Say ‘We love you,’ and ‘We’re still here with you.”

handshakes, and hugs that you do not simply like them, but truly

Learning to step away from work—to rest—is also part of any

love them.1

healthy ministry. “With the heaviness of what I do,” Anthony

This is the heart of the ministry in action, quietly loving seniors

reflects, “I enjoy fishing. It’s my downtime activity. It’s peaceful.

and shut-ins on the margin.

Even my grandchildren have rods and reels. Some people are

Take, for example, what used to be known as his “Tuesday at 2”

always showing pictures of their kids. I’m showing pictures of my

meeting with Mrs. Baby Taylor, an elderly follower of Jesus who passed away several years ago. “Every Tuesday we’d meet, talk, pray, and have communion. We built a relationship over a year. At one point, she gave me a plaque of the last supper and a box of communion elements. ‘I want you to always have what you need to serve other people,’ she told me. What a blessing. You always get more out of it than you’re asked to give. It’s all about the ministry of presence.” While talking about the people he loves, Anthony kept coming

“Simple acts of kindness don’t take much but they go so far. The Visitation Care ministry is so rewarding when we do the things Christ has called us to do.”

back to Matthew 25. “Simple acts of kindness don’t take much but they go so far. The Visitation Care ministry is so rewarding when we do the things Christ has called us to do.” Thankfully, the ‘to do’ list has only one prerequisite—have a willing

fish! Salmon, crappies, rainbow trout.” He lightheartedly noted

heart:

that even “Jesus chose some fishermen for his disciples.”

For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you

As we wrapped up our conversation, Anthony’s heart spoke once

gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me. (Matt. 25: 35-36) Anthony is quick to emphasize how his ability to connect with people is “a gifting from God. I can’t take credit for it,” he said. “God taught me. I feel most comfortable in tough situations—like the loss of a loved one or when it’s a person’s time [to leave this

again. “This holiday season, we need to remember those who have lost loved ones. It could be a really sweet time to start visiting someone you know.” Or why not consider joining the Visitation Care Team? “We have all the resources—sermons, books—but we need more people. We’re no longer a ‘sit and wait’ ministry but one that goes!”

life] . . . I want to be a healing presence.” Once again, it’s easy to

If you’d like more information about the Visitation Care Team,

hear the pastoral care in his voice.

please contact Anthony Cannon at 614.259.5364.

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