February 2020 Mix

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VINEYARDCOLUMBUS.ORG

FEBRUARY 2020

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MEMBERSHIP WE ARE A COMMUNITY. WE LIVE OUT OUR FAITH IN DEEP RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR CHURCH FAMILY.

Counseling Center 614.259.5409 Funerals 614.259.5372

MATURITY WE ARE DISCIPLES. WE ARE LIFE-LONG LEARNERS GROWING TO BE MORE LIKE JESUS.

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MEETING GOD WE EXPERIENCE GOD. WE EXPECT TO ENCOUNTER GOD WHO POURS OUT HIS SPIRIT IN US AND THROUGH US.

Singles Singles@vineyardcolumbus.org Small Groups smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Value Life & Volunteer 614.259.5318

MINISTRY WE LOVE ONE ANOTHER. WE SERVE OUR FAITH COMMUNITY BY SACRIFICIALLY GIVING WHAT MATTERS.

MISSION

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WE PARTNER WITH CHRIST TO HEAL THE WORLD. WE JOIN GOD'S MISSION OF LOVE BY SHARING THE GOSPEL, EXTENDING MERCY, AND RESTORING JUSTICE.

MEMBERSHIP

MATURITY

MEETING GOD

MINISTRY

MISSION

PASTORAL MINISTRY CONTACTS To contact anyone on staff, please call 614-890-0000 or email at firstname.lastname@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Senior Pastor, Rich Nathan Associate Pastors, Eric and Julia Pickerill

C O O P E R R O A D W E E K D AY BUILDING HOURS Monday-Friday | 8:30am-10pm Please enter at Worship Center doors after 5:30 pm.

WEEKEND Weekend Ministry Leader, Pastor Amanda Pershing Connect, Pastor Kerry Davis Worship Arts, Pastor Craig Allen VC Twenty, Pastor Shane Huey Assistant Pastor Ellie Smith VC Student High School, Assistant Pastor Santos Chaparro VC Student Middle School, Assistant Pastor Michael Doom

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VineyardKids, Pastor April Murphy Assistant Pastor Pam White Assistant Pastor Beth Best

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Global Impact

COMMUNITY

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Prayer Requests

Community Ministry Leader, Pastor Stephen Van Dop

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Vineyard Growth Classes

Men, Pastor Stephen Van Dop

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Families & Marriage

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Adult Ministries

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International

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Financial Stewardship Ministry

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Help and Wellness

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Spiritual Development

Assistant Pastor Kelli Messick

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Volunteer & Serve

Assistant Pastor Jason Loehr

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Give & Donate

Women, Pastor Marlene Nathan Leader Formation, Pastor Andy Saperstein Small Groups, Pastor David Schermerhorn Assistant Pastor Adrienne Ash

CARE Care Ministry Leader, Pastor Ron Hitchcock Marriage & Family, Pastor Ron Hitchcock

Visitation & Care, Pastor Anthony Cannon Life Support Mentoring, Pastor Lorie Kaufman-Rees Stewardship, Pastor Kent Irwin

MISSION Vineyard Community Center Executive Director, Gina Watts Assistant Pastor Jerome Smith Mission Ministry Leaders, Pastor Daniel Nathan & Gina Watts Volunteer & Value Life, Pastor Diane Bauman International Ministry, Pastor Bill Christensen

MINISTRY RESPONSE TEAM If you’ve contacted one of our ministries and

Assistant Pastor XImena Lozada-Rosales Community Outreach, Assistant Pastor Jenney Rice

did not receive a response within a week,

CAMPUSES

please reach out to our Ministry Response

Campus Strategy, Pastor Paige Goslin

Team at 614.259.5371 or ministry.response@

East Campus, Pastor Charles Montgomery

vineyardcolumbus.org. Please include your

Lane Avenue Campus, Pastor Andrew Oswalt

name, phone number with area code, and the

La ViĂąa Campus, Pastor Irene Casale-Petrarca

ministry or person that you contacted.

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g l o b a l i m p a c t The “Global Impact” section of the MIX is designed to share stories of how God is expanding his kingdom. For more info on International Ministries, email international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

A Q u i e t A r r i va l o f H o p e A story from North Africa

We recently visited a nearby Muslim country that has been overwhelmed by war, division, oppression, poverty, and greed. Our believing friend there demonstrates the likeness of Christ so well and it was a meaningful experience getting to come alongside him while we were there. We sang and danced with the refugee children in the school nearly everyday. These children are impoverished, displaced, without families, and without hope. We visited homes of widows, sat with grieving families, and shook hands with those who don’t often receive the human dignity they deserve. As the Lord put words or pictures on our hearts for them, we shared those as well. And then, we left. The children are still hungry, the women are still abused, the men are still without work. Education is withheld, money is scarce, and a sense of peace is a foreign concept. Our prayer is that we bring hope in the words shared, laughter as we dance, dignity as we shook hands, and love as we look them in the eyes and ask for the Lord’s Kingdom to come.

Getting Settled An update from Western Asia/Eastern Europe

We have officially been here for several months now! In our first weeks, the Lord provided an adequate car for our family, a home to rent, a fellow believer that has significantly helped us in our transition, and quality time with our teammates. We are in language school for twenty hours a week with a wonderful language teacher who shares our faith, has an infectious laugh, and lavishes so much grace and patience on us. We have been encouraged through the books we are reading and the ability to communicate with love ones back home via technology. Our family is transitioning to live here better than anticipated and we remain hopeful for more of the Lord’s provision and grace to our family!

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Funerals and Festivities An update from the Middle East refugee ministries I had a conversation with my language nurturer Hannah about how God speaks to us. I asked her if she's ever heard God speak to her, and she responded, once in a dream. In this dream, there was a man in white and a man in black. The two men were fighting to the death, and the man in white was the victor. When I asked her if she knew who the man in all white was, she replied matter-of-factly, "from Allah (God) of course". I then shared that Isa al-Masih (Jesus) often reveals himself in dreams as a man in all white. I encouraged her to ask God to speak to her-to ask him for another dream of the man in white. I prayed with her, asking God to give us both a dream of him that night. It was a big step of faith for me, as I was asking for something completely out of my control. Sadly, she couldn't remember her dreams the next morning, or the morning after that. While I was initially disappointed, I'm learning to expect the unexpected and I'm continuing to boldly pray that Jesus will reveal himself to her and her family in dreams.

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p r ay e r r e q u e s t s Western Asia/Eastern Europe

north africa

• Pray that our family would establish healthy daily practices and

• PPray for the house church leaders that are being trained, and that

spiritual rhythms.

they may continue to find their source of strength and hope in their

• Pray over our continued process of learning the language here so we can begin communicating in deeper ways with the people in our new community.

relationship with Jesus for the sake of leading others to Jesus.

• Pray that as we develop and carry out strategy for increased prayer, we would see a Christ-led movement among this predominantly

• Praise for the chance to meet a follower of Jesus that used to be

Muslim nation, one that is empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Muslim and pray we can pursue friendship with him in genuine and organic ways.

• Praise for the gift of technology and how it allows for us to stay connected with our family in America!

• Pray for the Lord to gift us with friendships, especially for the kids.

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middle east | caucasus • Pray for the house church leaders that are being trained, and that they may continue to find their source of strength and hope in their relationship with Jesus for the sake of leading others to Jesus.

• Pray that as we develop and carry out strategy for increased prayer,

• Pray for spiritual, physical, financial, and emotional health for our family and our ministry.

we would see a Christ-led movement among this predominantly Muslim nation, one that is empowered by the Holy Spirit.

• Pray for Elba’s healing, as she has started getting migraines again after almost a year without them; this affects our whole family as she struggles to minister while in ongoing pain.

• Pray over the possibility of various properties being sold in the near future, and that inspections and proposals will go smoothly so every party involved feels peace in the process.

middle east | refugee ministries • Pray against violence, corruption, and pride, and that God’s Kingdom would come here as it is in Heaven, bringing peace to the land.

• Pray for our team as we may go through another adjustment period with a new team member arriving this month.

central asia

• Pray over the sleep of the nonbelievers, that their nights of sleep

• Continue to pray for financial provision over the fund we have

would be full of dreams and visions from Jesus.

opened that is dedicated to an evangelistic outreach across the country, one that is focused on group multiplication and

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empowering participants to become leaders.

• Pray for my continued adjustment to this new community and my

• Pray also that more would join our financial support team to provide for our personal budget.

engagement with the people here.

• Pray over my home, that it would become a space for believers to

• Praising God for a restful, well-connected time with family and community in the States over the winter season!

gather and pray and for nonbelievers to encounter the Lord.

• Pray over partnerships with local churches and believers who are learning about God’s vision to see people know Jesus across this

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nation.

• Pray over the safety of the Christians in our country amidst antigovernment demonstrations, violence, and intense persecution.

• Pray for the Prince of Peace to refresh those who are exhausted and grief-stricken by the ongoing civil war here.

• Praise for encouraging visits from friends from Vineyard in other countries

• V C M I S S I O N S P R AY E R G R O U P • 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus. Join us to pray for our international ministry work.

For more info, contact Tim Hart, 614.557.0395 or vcmissionsprayer@gmail.com.

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Upcoming Class Date Sunday, March 22, 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus The following class will be held on Sunday, March 22nd. Learn more and register for free childcare at vineyardcolumbus.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

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THE CHRISTIAN CALL TO WELCOME REFUGEES

by Rich Nathan

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In the years between 1933 and 1940, as tens of thousands of Jews

way to pay for health care. The Bible doesn’t even say anything

fled Nazi Germany, nearly 105,000 refugees from Nazism were

about gun ownership or gun control! There are lots of really

permitted to enter the United States. But those who were granted

important subjects that Christians of good will can legitimately

refuge were pitifully few in comparison to those who were trying to

debate with each other and no one should say “You are unbiblical

flee. One historian wrote: “The long pathetic list of refugee ships,

because you hold a different view than me.”

unable to find harbors open to them, testifies to the fact that the world of the late 30’s and early 40’s was a world without room for

But when we consider how we ought to treat refugees and

the Jews of… Europe.”

immigrants, we discover that the Bible has a ton to say about this subject. The Hebrew word “ger” is translated in our English Bibles

The sad saga of the St. Louis, which set out from Germany to Cuba

as immigrant, foreigner, alien, stranger, sojourner. That word “ger”

in May 1939 with 930 Jewish refugees on board, was a dramatic

is found 92 times in the Old Testament. 36 times the word ger is

case in point. On reaching Havana, the passengers were not

joined to two other groups – widows and orphans – as particular

allowed to disembark and the ship was turned away. For weeks,

subjects of God's concern and our concerns. The Bible tells us 36

as the ship hovered close enough to Miami for the refugees to

times that a follower of Jesus should no more treat an immigrant or

see the lights of the city, negotiators tried without success to get

refugee badly than we should treat a widow or an orphan badly.

the US government to provide temporary sanctuary. A telegram to President Roosevelt from a committee of the passengers received no reply. The St. Louis, memorialized in the movie Voyage of the Damned, was forced to sail back to Europe. Many of its passengers eventually died in concentration camps. Hitler gloated! He said that no country on earth is willing to accept Jews.

This emboldened him to not just remove Jews from Germany and German occupied countries, but to exterminate the Jews of Europe.

There are more than 71 million people worldwide who have been forced to leave their homes – because of wars, gang violence and starvation. Nearly 26 million people who have been persecuted due to their religion, race or politics have been forced to go to another country. We are experiencing the largest wave of refugees the world has seen since the Second World War. More than half the refugees are children. Six million people alone have been forced from their homes in Syria. Nearly five million Venezuelans, over 15% of the entire population of Venezuela, have emigrated from the country because of the political and economic turmoil there over the past 15 years.

There are many political issues that are NOT addressed by the Bible. The Bible says nothing about what the corporate or individual tax rate ought to be. There’s nothing in Scripture about tax reform.

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How important is caring for immigrants and refugees to God? One

Over the past 20 years the number of refugees admitted to the

theologian put it this way:

United States has averaged about 90,000 per year. In response to the worsening global humanitarian crisis, the number of

“Welcoming the stranger… is the most often repeated

refugees admitted to the U.S. was raised to 110,000 in 2016. The

commandment in the Hebrew Scriptures, with the exception of the

government recently set the limit to 30,000 in 2019 and lowered

imperative to worship the one and only God.” – Orlando Espín

the cap to 18,000 refugees for 2020. One prominent government official said he was working to reduce the number of refugees

One thing is clear. Our Lord Jesus personally identifies with and has

admitted to the United States to zero.

compassion for the 70 million refugees in our world today. In fact, Jesus said whatever we do for refugees, we do for him.

Welcoming refugees to our country is not only an act of humanitarian compassion. It’s also a way for suffering people from

35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was

around the world to meet Jesus here in our local communities.

thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger

And welcoming refugees is a way for followers of Jesus to practice

and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed

the second of the great commandments – “loving our neighbors as

me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you

ourselves”.

came to visit me.’

The famous story of the Good Samaritan ends this way: 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one

[Jesus said], “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to

of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for

the man who fell into the hands of robbers?”

me.’ (Matthew 25:35, 36, 40)

The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.”

Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” (Luke 10:36–37)

It’s good for us Christians to remember that Jesus our Lord was a refugee along with his mother Mary and his father Joseph. They were forced to flee to Egypt to escape the tyrannical King Herod.

Many of our forefathers in the faith were also refugees. Jacob fled his homeland because he was afraid of being killed by his brother, Esau. Moses fled Egypt to Midian because Pharaoh sought to kill him. David had to run from King Saul and fled to the land of the Philistines. The same was true of Elijah. In the New Testament, the church fled persecution. The Bible is a story of refugees and immigrants if we have eyes to see.

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

Marriage

Baptism Classes | Youth (Ages 10-17) & Adult

All-Church Wedding Vow Renewal Celebration

Saturday, February 1, 8 & 15, after services Sunday, February 2, 9 & 16, after services Baptism Celebrations: Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23 Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org Children's Contact: Kristi Webster, 614.259.5486 or kristi.webster@vineyardcolumbus.or Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

Friday, March 20, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Cost: $20 per couple Register: vineyardcolumbus.org, by March 5th Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org At Vineyard Columbus, we highly value marriage and celebrate a couple’s commitment to each other. This event is a great opportunity for couples to have a pastor bless the renewal of their wedding vows. It will allow couples to celebrate their love for each other with children, friends and family in a special way.

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org If you’re a new follower of Jesus, getting baptized is a public

Each couple who participates will have a personal ceremony

proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in

together at a cake & punch reception while others’ ceremonies are

baptism, you must attend one of the required classes.

Next Baptisms: Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3

taking place. Couples will be allowed to bring a limited number of

performed by a Vineyard pastor. Couples & guests will celebrate

guests, as well as simple mementos to make their ceremony more personal. Space is limited, and you must pre-register for this event

Join A Small Group Visit: vineyardcolumbus.org/groups

by Thursday, March 5th

Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org

The Enneagram for Couples

Doing life in community is important. Small groups bring people

Thursday, March 5, 6:30 – 9pm, Cooper Road Campus

together from different cultures, life stages, and experiences

Cost: $15 per couple

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

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Membership 101

This seminar is open to all committed dating, engaged & newly married couples. We will briefly introduce the Enneagram as

Sunday, March 22, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

a personal & relationship enrichment tool and discuss how it

Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan

uniquely invites each of its nine personality “types” to freedom

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

and wholeness. Pizza & beverages will be provided. Pre-

Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of

registration is required

Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1–12).

The next Membership 101 will be held May 17

Journey to Oneness: Married Couples Tuesdays, March 3 - 24, 7-9pm. Cooper Road Campus

FAMILIES & MARRIAGE

Cost: $25 per person, includes required reading material and

Family

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org

Baby Dedication Classes

The Journey to Oneness classes will deepen the friendship

Classes: Saturday, February 8 & 15, 7:45pm

and shared values in your marriage. You & your spouse will find

Sunday, February 9 & 16, 10:45am & 1:15pm

encouragement and spiritual & practical applications to bring

Dedications: Saturday, February 29 & Sunday, March 1

Jesus into the center of your relationship. Following the session,

Dedication Application Deadline: Sunday, February 16

you can request to meet with a Marriage Coach couple to further

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

enrich your marriage relationship.

There is a limit of 15 babies per service.

Class attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have previously attended a class for another child, you do not have to

online relationship inventory Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

VC Students

attend again. Applications are available at the Information Counter

VC Students | Middle & High School

and online. Please bring your completed application to the class.

During weekend services at all campuses

On the day of dedication, please check in 30 minutes before the

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

service begins.

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

Next Baby Dedications: May 30 & 31

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org VC Students is our community of students from across the city seeking to experience God and grow deeper in their faith. See you

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there!

VC High School | Student Core

Kidz Quest Worship Team

Application: Pick up an application during high school services

Registration: bit.ly/VCKApp

Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

Contact: sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

Calling all musicians, dancers, and worship leaders! Each weekend

Student Core is our leadership team where we partner with

over 400 kids come to worship Christ through live music, singing,

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

and motions in kids worship at Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road

together—join us!

and campuses. There is a need for worship leaders, band leaders,

VineyardKids Awana

singers, motion leaders/dancers, guitarists (electric and acoustic), bass players, drummers, and keyboardists. We also often utilize other atypical worship instruments such as violin, cello, trumpet, flute, etc. If you have a heart to see children come closer to Jesus

Tuesdays, through May 2020

through high-energy, passionate worship, we would like you on

7-8:30pm, Vineyard Community Center

our team!

Cost: $30

To see more check out this video: bit.ly/VCKidsWorship.

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: David Grace, 614.769.4413

Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop

Awana is a discipleship program where parents and children

2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm

(grades 1-6) memorize and learn the Bible, have fun, and become

Contact/Register: Sean Johnson,

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

sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

the family to partner together in raising up our kids to love Jesus.

Do you like to dance? Would you like to lead children (grades 1-4)

There is a limit to the number of children that can participate, so

to connect with Jesus and celebrate Him? If the answer is ‘yes’

please register in advance.

to both of these questions, then join us for a workshop led by the

Girls of Grace Wednesdays, January 15 – February 19, 6:30 – 8pm Cost: $10 Contact: Glenda Martin, michellem661@aol.com The mission of Girls of Grace is to empower the lives of girls through a focus on God's creation of people, and how that creation relates to self-esteem and self-awareness. The purpose of this

Kidz Quest Worship Coordinator on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2 pm.

This workshop is free.

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

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

Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees

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

1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am

explore the definition of being fearfully and wonderfully made.

Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com

Each one and a half hour class is structured around discussion,

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

activity, and a take-home concept to develop a community of girls

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

who love Christ, love themselves, and love others. It is our prayer

develop deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow

to give girls a good foundation, for them to stay equipped and be

personally and spiritually, and give back by serving (supporting

reminded of who they are throughout life’s journeys, and to plant

other ministries).

the seed that they are fearfully and wonderfully made throughout the circumstances of life.

Kidz Quest Leaders for Fall/ Winter Season September–February, Cooper Road Campus Application: pick up at the children's info counter Contact: Kristi Webster, 614.259.5486 Jesus places the highest value on kids in the Kingdom of God. Teaching our kids to be like Jesus is extremely important. This cannot be done in just one sitting and does require commitment.

It is through committed leaders that children learn the Bible, build relationships and have fun. Our leaders also will learn the Bible, build relationships and have fun. Please pray about being part of our team. We provide training, curriculum, materials and support.

Qualified leaders must submit an application, pass a background check and be a member of Vineyard Columbus. We cannot wait to see what God will do through you!

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Singles Ministry

Men’s Ministry Ski Trip

Social Dance Classes

Depart around 2pm on February 9th, meet at Cooper parking lot.

1st Friday & 3rd Sunday of every month, 7-9pm

Cost: Lodging: $170 Lodging Sunday and Monday nights.

Cooper Road Campus

Lift tickets Per day: $72.08 +tax

Childcare: Childcare available on Friday nights only for ages 1-12

Skis / Snowboard rental Per day: $52+tax

Cost: $5/child with a 20% discount per child when registering 2 or

Contact: Nick, nvega@nickvegasolutions.com or Joe, Joe@

more children.

budderealestatelaw.com

Register: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org by 5 pm on

From the team who brought you “Man Camp” comes another

the Wednesday before the class and pay at the kids counter on

adventure for the guys: A Ski Trip. We plan to depart from Cooper

the day of the class. If no child is registered for childcare by the

Road Vineyard Sunday afternoon to arrive at the resort in time

Wednesday night before the Friday night class, then childcare

to check in and relax. Participants are free to arrive early if they

will be canceled.

want an extra day on the mountain. Monday is about skiing and

Contact: Natalie Struttmann, nataliestruttmann@yahoo.com or

having fun – after which we shall get together for some pizza and

Allyse Huey, singles@vineyardcolumbus.org

fellowship. Tuesday is more skiing, depart when you want to.

After our summer break, the social dance classes are starting back up! These free Social Dance Classes are held on the first Friday

Wise Guys|Proverbs at the Movies

and third Sunday of the month from 7-9pm. The class begins with

Wednesdays, January 15 – February 19, 7-9pm,

a lesson and is then followed by practice and socializing. Adult

Cooper Road Campus

singles and dating and married couples are welcome. No partner is

Register: No registration is required

necessary. Dress is casual. All levels of dance are welcomed!

Contact: nada.attallah@vineyardcolumbus.org

Childcare will be provided for a small fee on Friday nights. You

Being a “Wise Guy” is not generally how we want to be known. But

will need to register in advance and pay at the kids counter on the

that is exactly the goal of the Book of Proverbs: wise men who

day of the class. Please email Allyse Huey if you need childcare. If

walk with God. Come and join the “Wise Guys” series to connect

no child is registered for childcare by the Wednesday afternoon

with other men and discuss six great biblical themes of wisdom

before the Friday night class, then childcare will be cancelled.

from Proverbs and how they find expression at the movies.

If you are interested in learning more about Singles events,

Vineyard Women

please email singles@vineyardcolumbus.org to be added to the

Vineyard Men

Woman, Worship & the Word The WOMAN in the Mirror - A Study from the Book of James

180 Men’s Recovery Group

meeting February 26), Cooper Road Campus

newsletter or with any questions.

Wednesdays, February 5 through April 8, 7:00 – 9:00 pm (not

Mondays, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Thursdays, February 6 through April 9, 9:30– 11:30 am (not

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

meeting February 27), Cooper Road Campus

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,

Childcare: Childcare available (ages 1–12; must register in

including pornography, lust, and sex addiction.This ministry is

advance)

open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and

Cost: $5/child with a 20% discount per child when registering 2 or

the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include

more children (for each session)

worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org for childcare only

healing prayer.

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

Men’s Golf Tuesday February 25, 7-9 pm, Top Golf Register: Pre-registration is required, www.vineyardcolumbus. org/ministries/mens-life/events Contact: John, jwilcox891@gmail.com Cost: Approximately $40 to cover 2 hours The Men’s Golf League has two 10-week sessions; April to July and July to October, for more information please email John Wilcox at jwilcox891@gmail.com

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Women, Worship & the Word is a chance for you to be encouraged in your walk with Jesus through worship, bible study, sharing and prayer with other women. Join us as we discover the keys to life change and spiritual growth.

International Women’s Breakfast Saturday, February 1, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Flo Gimei, fgimei@gmail.com or Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com

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

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

ICS Walk-in Clinics

first Saturday of every month to experience unity in Christ while

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm (February 5th and

we honor our unique cultures and diversity. We share a meal, listen

19th) Vineyard Community Center

to a brief teaching, discuss and pray for one another. Please bring a

Contact: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or

dish to share, but if you are unable to bring food, come anyway!

jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org

Mom’s Refresh

Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake (Intake & Consultation) Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services ("ICS") provides

3rd Friday, February 21, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus

humanitarian-based immigration legal assistance to persons at or

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5/child, $10/family

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

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (for childcare by Wednesday, ,

requests from members of the public through our monthly intake

February 12)

clinic. After intake is completed, clients will be given a 30-minute

Contact: Sierra Stephanoff, sierrastephanoff@kw.com

consultation with an AILA immigration attorney in a timely

Cost: $5/child with a 20% discount per child when registering 2 or

manner. Attorney referrals may be necessary upon consultation.

more children

ICS also provides legal representation for a limited number of

A monthly time for moms to gather together to build friendships

clients per year; representation decisions will be made on a case-

and experience God. For more information, please contact Sierra.

by-case basis. Intake is the mandatory first step to receiving

Soul Provider 2nd Friday of the month, February 14, 6:30–9pm, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare & event by Wednesday, February 5) Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@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

services.

Types of cases we currently handle: • 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.

month. Please join us for dinner, special kids' programming and a

Servicios de Consulta de Inmigración

time of spiritual encouragement and renewal.

Las clínicas ambulatorias se ofreceránel primer y tercer

Stay Connected!

miércoles (febrero 5 y 19) 6:30pm to 8:30pm en Vineyard Community Center

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to find out what’s

Costo: $20.00 (Entrevista y Consulta)

happening in Women’s Ministry!

Contacto: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or

Young Adults

jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org

VC Twenty Weekly Gatherings

legal de inmigración en casos de protección humanitaria a

Sundays, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: Available Contacts: Shane Huey, shane.huey@vineyardcolumbus.org Join us every Sunday evening at our Cooper Road campus for our VC Twenty service. VC Twenty is a place for young adults from Columbus to connect. We’d love for you to come hang out with us at our gathering for a night of worship, teaching, and community.

Whether you’re a college student, young professional, or somewhere in between, we’re saving a seat for you!

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provee asistencia personas que cualifiquen mediante los índices de pobreza de 150% o menos, de acuerdo a las Guías Federales de Pobreza en E.U. ICS responde a solicitudes de miembros de la comunidad, a través de las entrevistas realizadas en las clínicas mensuales. Luego de completar la 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 legal a un limitado número de clientes al año; dicha representación se determinará caso a caso.

La entrevista es el primer paso obligatorio para brindarle nuestros servicios.

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Tipo de casos que manejamos actualmente:

Dave Ramsey | Financial Peace University

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

Wednesdays, January 22 - March 18, 7–9pm, Sawmill Campus

• Procedimientos defensivos de asilo

Registration: fpu.com/groups/1101834

• Visa U

(registration is only available through the link listed above)

• Otros procesos humanitarios

Childcare: $45/child or $90/two or more children (includes all 9 weeks, available for ages 1-12). Payment for childcare is due at the

Por favor traiga a la cita los documentos de inmigración relevantes

first class.

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

Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University helps to understand and

mantienen protegidos y confidenciales.

follow Biblical financial principles and wisdom regarding money,

International Ministries VC International Teams For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, visit us at vineyardcolumbus.org/international. To contact our team, email us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

do smart buying, relate healthily with your spouse over money, lay a foundation for purchasing a home, retirement and college.

Develop a life of wisdom and less stress. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED (not night of) cost: $109 per person or per couple.

ONLINE ONLY AT https://www.fpu.com/1101834. Don’t use FPU link IF you have a coupon or applying for assistance. To be notified

Vineyard Columbus Missions Prayer Group

about the next class, please email Kent.Irwin@VineyardColumbus.

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

org or visit vineyardcolumbus.org.

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.

HELP & WELLNESS

Designing Your Legacy: Estate Planning Workshop Saturday, April 25, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Register: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry/ events Learn how to pass on your estate at death. Understand how to

Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team

obtain a good estate plan and get documents done at no cost to

Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239

you. Seminar is informational, with one-on-one private meetings

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

scheduled in December with estate planners.

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

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

Financial Coaching Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financialministry/resources

Funeral Needs

Coaching sessions are available to give financial and spiritual

Contact: 614.259.5372

direction, whether in crisis, struggling, or doing well, and want to

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

be wise and follow God is this important area of life. One-on-one

pastoral care services, please call us.

coaching provides you an opportunity to receive personal and

Financial Stewardship Ministry Career Assistance Class & Coaching Once a month September–December, Cooper Road Campus Are you looking to take a step forward with your current job, to obtain a new role, or to accelerate your career? Our career assistance team is offering a practical, interactive and brandfocused approach to make your next career journey a success!

This class is free (usually offered monthly), for more information and registration www. VineyardCommunityCenter.org. Students receive a ton of valuable information, including a self-assessment strengths finder’s book and resource. Class attendees qualify for free coaching. Contact us for more information careerministry@ vineyardcolumbus.org

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debt, generosity & building wealth. Develop a cash flow plan,

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confidential guidance, in a grace filled environment.

Health

• Chiropractic Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only)

Lower Lights Christian Health Center

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

6000 Cooper Road:

614.259.5428.

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

We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain

• Tuesdays, 8am-3pm

involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.

• Fridays, 8am-1pm 171 E. 5th Avenue: • Mondays–Fridays, 8am–5pm Appointments: Call Lower Lights, 614.274.1455 (Option 1).

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

They see patients of all ages with Medicaid, Medicare, CareSource, Molina, and private insurance as well as the uninsured. Whole family services are offered on a sliding fee scale based upon

Professional Counseling Center Contact: 614.259.5409 The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors offer a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects of their lives. Starting September 2019, we will have a Graduate Candidate Intern who can offer $20/sessions.

Mercy & Justice

income. However, all patients are seen regardless of ability to

Orphan Care & Anti-Human Trafficking

pay. Services offered include well-child checkups, physicals,

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

routine care, and chronic disease management. Prenatal care and

Please contact Diane if you would like to receive updates and

immunizations are offered at select locations.

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

Vineyard Free Health Clinics 6000 Cooper Road, Westerville Contact: 614.259.5428 Free Medical, Chiropractic, Dental, and Vision Clinics We provide free medical, chiropractic, dental, and vision care for patients (ages 18 and up) who are uninsured OR have Medicaid or are Medicaid–eligible with incomes below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty level. (No Medicare or other government–issued health care programs are eligible for services.) For more info, call 614.259.5428. Si usted sólo habla español, puede comunicarse con

human trafficking.

Support for Life 180 Men’s Recovery Group Mondays, 7-9pm | Cooper Rd Campus Category: Addictions Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com

180 Men’s Recovery Group | Sawmill Campus Wednesdays, 8-9:30pm, Sawmill Campus

la clínica latina al 614.293.9906.

Contact: Sean at seanlucas3@live.com

• Medical Clinic

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,

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 illness. Basic work physicals available by calling 614.259.5428 (option 6) prior to coming to the clinic. No lab tests, injections, or X-rays.

• Dental Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only) Call: Fridays, 9–9:45am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428.

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

• Vision Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only) Call: Fridays, 10–10:30am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428.

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

Category: Addictions including pornography, lust, and sex addiction. This ministry is open to all men. We will be focusing on achieving freedom from sexual sin through prayer, teaching, ongoing accountability and discipleship. Registration is required for this group, please contact Sean for details.

Anger, You, and God’s Word Wednesdays, beginning March 18, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Category: Relationships Contact: Walt, wpoupart@gmail.com Register: Contact Walt at wpoupart@gmail.com Do you struggle with frustration, anger, and rage? Has your anger hurt a loved one, a friend, or even a stranger? Ready for change?

You are invited to learn the different aspects of anger and how to control it in a healthy and proper way. “Be angry and do not sin” Ephesians 4:26. Walt Poupart, a licensed professional clinical counselor will share the different aspects of anger for a six-week class, Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

qualify.

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Families of Addicted Loved Ones Celebrate Recovery

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

Fridays, 6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Category: Addictions & Relationship

Category: Addictions & Healing

Cost: $10 for workbook

Childcare: not available

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 to 12; must

Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org or

pre–register)

Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineayrdcolumbus.org

Contact: Melinda or Larry, VineyardFALO@gmail.com

Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery

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

fellowship for those desiring to heal from any addictive,

prayer to friends and family members of those who are addicted.

compulsive, or destructive behavior —“hurts (like abuse or

If someone you love is suffering from any type of addiction, please

divorce), habits (like addictions to drugs, alcohol, or pornography),

join us. It’s okay to get the help YOU need while we pray they are

or hang-ups (like anger, co-dependency, or pride).” Here you will

willing to get the help that THEY need!

find a safe place to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused on Christ-centered recovery. Meetings include

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

worship, teaching, sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s

1st Tuesday of every month, except January, July,

love and power!

and September, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Circle of Grace Group 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm Category: Relationships Contact: Dave Kuta at dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org Circle of Grace is a discussion group seeking to explore how the church can be a safe place for people with same-sex attraction to explore their relationship with Christ in a loving, biblically-faithful environment. Discussions are focused around books, videos, and other resources.

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Materials Category: Healing and Relationships Cost: $30 for EHS course materials (book, workbook & devotional) Contact/Register: supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org Do you yearn to be emotionally alive? Support for Life

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1-12; must 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.

Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past Beginning Wednesdays, February 5, 2020 for 13 weeks, Cooper Road Category: Healing and Relationships Beginning: Please contact leader for next session date Childcare $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 and up;

recommends Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, a plan for

must pre–register) Contact/Register Brenda Bixler at BBixler313@gmail.com, must

discipleship which can deeply change your relationship with God.

register by Tuesday January 21

The Emotionally Healthy Spirituality course directly addresses

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

the reality that emotional maturity and spiritual maturity are

required reading prior to the study)

inseparable. It is not possible to be spiritually mature while

This study provides forgiveness, freedom, healing and hope

remaining emotionally immature. Learn through eight powerful

to those who've been wounded by their sexual past, whether

life changing sessions how to incorporate daily life rhythms that

through choices of their own or choices others have forced upon

lead us to a healthier relationship with Jesus and with others. If

them. Discover the truth about sexual bonding, how it impacts us

you’re small group is interested in this course, you can sign up to

and can continue to impact our current and future relationships.

borrow the DVD sets. The additional materials (book, workbook

Learn to reverse the lies we've ingrained and replace them with

and devotional) are available at the bookstore

God's truth. Contact leader for next group start time.

to purchase.

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Foster and Adoptive Parent’s Interest and Support Group

Life Support Mentoring

3rd Thursday of every month, beginning February 20, 6:30-8:15

Application: vineyardcolumbus.org

pm, Cooper Road Campus

Interested in becoming a life support mentor? Please contact

Category: Relationships

lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1-12)

Register: If you're a member or regular attendee and would like

Contact: fosteringhopenetwork@gmail.com

to meet with a Life Support Mentor, please fill out an online

This monthly support group is for anyone who: has, is or wants

application or contact Support for Life.

to foster or adopt. And for all who want to learn more or support

Our volunteer Life Support Mentors come alongside people in

those who are fostering or adopting! Please join us for a time of

difficult seasons or situations to minister insight, healing, and

education, support and prayer as you do this special ministry in

spiritual growth in a one–on–one, non–clinical environment

your home!

on a short-term basis. They provide a listening ear, supportive

Hearts Restored Support Group: Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

Cooper Road Campus

encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance.

Interested in becoming a Life Support Mentor?

Tuesdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Loving Someone with Mental Illness

Category: Healing and Relationships

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

Category: Relationships

Hearts Restored Support Group is a faith-based outreach where

Contact: Contact: Karen Twinem at karentwinem@gmail.com or

you will find a safe, confidential place to share with other women

614.439.8475

who understand the devastating effects of sexual betrayal. We

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

are engaged, married, separated and divorced women who do

mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression,

not judge each other but rather embrace that we are all on a

borderline personality disorder, etc.). Each meeting includes a

similar journey with a common goal. Support is a huge part of

short teaching, discussion, and prayer.

our recovery. We have seen God do amazing things in our lives, bringing healing and restoration. We are here to help you as others

Not Alone: Healing from Sexual Abuse for Men

have helped us. This group is for and about YOU, not your spouse

Beginning date: Saturday, April 18th 2020, 10AM-noon

or partner. Sexual betrayal, whether it be pornography, emotional

for 5 weeks

or extramarital affair(s), is traumatic and disorienting. Come let

Category: Healing

us reassure you that it is not your fault, that you will make it

Contact: Chris at cw4prc@gmail.com

through this and that there is hope. We will share/discuss topics

The purpose of this group is to create a safe place for men with

on some of the core areas for healing such as anger, identity,

past sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive further

disclosure, setting boundaries, detachment, triggers, self-care, his

healing. Together we will work through issues like shame, fear,

repentance, forgiveness, and trust.

and anxiety and discover the power of Jesus to help us overcome.

You are not alone. Participation is closed after the first week.

H.O.P.E -Infertility Support Group Beginning Fall 2020 Category: Healing and Loss Contact: Krista & TJ Tillman. Krista.tillman@icloud.com,

Registration is required for participation.

One Minded in Christ 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

614.288.5851

Category: Healing

H.O.P.E (Healing with Others through Purpose and Expectation) is

Contact: Angela Fontanini, 614.943.4588 or

a monthly co-ed hope and support group for primary or secondary

one-minded@outlook.com

infertility. We invite you with open arms for a time of sharing food,

Modeled after Philippians 2:1-2, this is a co-ed support group for

socializing, education, open discussion, and prayer together. This

those affected with mental health (brain based) issues, other than

group will be structured to support couples as well as breaking

addiction. The meeting format consists of relevant resources or

out in women and men only groups. We additionally plan for

teachings, and share and prayer time. Find us on Facebook, search

women only and men only once a month social gathering

for the closed-group, One-minded In Christ.

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BUILDING THE KINGDOM TOGETHER

by Shawn Steward & Adrienne Ash

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Adrienne: I love Black History Month. It reminds me to stop and remember. As a Black woman, it reminds me to remember everything that has transpired so that I can be who I am today.

It reminds me not to take anything for granted. It reminds me that my education, my home, my role as a Pastor is because I had ancestors who fought and died so I COULD have it. Some of them fought and died for me to have something they never got to experience themselves. Black History Month carves out space for me to intentionally think about all that was done, appreciate it all and pay honor to those who fought and sacrificed…and honor

Investigate Your Heart Shawn: There is a saying that “if you have a brain, you have bias”.

We all acquire biases (often unconsciously) through our unique life experiences. I find most people experience negative feelings toward the term ‘bias’. It is good to remember that just because we have biases, it does not make us bad people. When used properly, our biases can help us make better decisions. Though, when used improperly – especially in our people-related decisions – our biases can be really damaging, and disproportionately so to

those who are still doing it today.

our brothers and sisters of color.

It reminds our country to remember its’ history with the Black

So what then do we do with our biases? Often our biases are

community. It is a painful and uncomfortable history, but one that must be remembered, spoken about and not repeated.

Black History Month also has the opportunity to remind us, as a church, to remember as well. It is a time to remember God’s heart for humanity and for His church. Revelation says this about God’s intention for us. The book of Revelation 7:9-10 says - "After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no

unconscious. It is important for each of us to work to understand our own biases – moving them from unconscious to conscious – so we can identify them and counter them when they arise.

Ask yourself if there is any bias or prejudice you may be unknowingly carrying in your heart. Ask God to make you aware of those things and pray that He would remove them from your heart. Pray and wait on Psalm 139:23-24

one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice: 'Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.'"

God didn’t make us to assimilate into “one type” and then all come together. We came from different nations, tribes and languages. He intentionally has us come together with all of our differences. Vineyard Columbus is so proud to be a church that has attendees and members from over 130 nations come together each weekend. By the work of the Lord, our church looks far from the expression that “Sunday is the most segregated day of the week.” But as we celebrate that, we must also remember that we want so much more than that. We want to be a church who

“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”

loves, appreciates and values each other’s differences. We want to intentionally be together at church and in our lives as well.

Shawn Steward, Vineyard Columbus’ Director of Human Resources, has been very passionate about this intentionality at our church. He and I have had many conversations about what this

Respond to whatever God might reveal to you in that prayer.

Don’t Tolerate…Appreciate

looks like here at Vineyard Columbus.

Adrienne: One thing that we can be intentional about is

In celebration of Black History Month and as a recognition of all

tolerating them.

of the now-and-not-yet that exists in our pursuit of Kingdom diversity, we want to share with you six ways you can do your part to continue building a Kingdom Community across our campuses.

appreciating each other’s differences, not just accepting or

Often times we see someone who is different than us express their differences through music, dress, food and many other forms of expression. We watch their differences, and while we tolerate it and not make them feel bad for doing things their way, we have no intention on trying to understand it for ourselves. We are comfortable being around different ethnicities and their cultures, as long as it doesn’t impact the way we like to do things, as long as we can stay comfortable.

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But, that’s not really being together…it’s us being around each

(Joshua 1:9). While I’m encouraged by this, I’m also challenged

other. Not everyone has to like the same music, food, clothing

by the fact that this was not a suggestion from God, it was a

or hair styles, but we can value and appreciate each other’s

command! Don’t let the fear of getting it wrong or saying the

preferences. We have so many cultures here at Vineyard

wrong thing keep you from the gift that is authentic connection

Columbus, so many differences that we can embrace and

in Christ with brothers and sisters sitting across the aisle from you.

appreciate. Because when we begin to appreciate each other’s cultures, we begin to appreciate the actual person, our brother and sister. Appreciate how that song reminds them of their family or country. Appreciate how their clothing may tell a story or express something significant. Appreciate how certain fragrances remind them of home. Then we don’t have to just be a bystander to each other’s beautiful differences, but we get to share in each other’s experiences and joys.

For authentic connections, ask the uncomfortable questions Shawn: If you are a White person like me, it can be hard to imagine or fully understand that your neighbor, co-worker, someone in your small group or friend of color is living a completely different experience, simply by virtue of their race. Throughout my own life, there have been more times than I’d like to admit that I’ve missed the opportunity to understand, appreciate and build a more authentic connection with someone culturally different from me because of my hesitancy to ask a question for fear I may offend and appear insensitive.

I remember so vividly the first time I mustered up the courage to admit to a close friend of mixed races that I was really struggling with not knowing if I should refer to another friend of mine as Black or African-American. I was hoping that in my anxious vulnerability she would tell me the answer, one way or another, so it could be settled for me and I could move forward. But that’s not what happened. My friend very graciously and directly responded with “why don’t you ask her what she prefers?”. It sounds so

Adrienne: Anthony Cannon, Visitation and Care Pastor here at Vineyard Columbus was having a conversation about racial injustice, and was asked by another staff member “How can I help?” Anthony said “the first thing you can do is to believe me.”

African-Americans in the United States live in a tension. We realize that as a people, we are in a significantly better place than our ancestors. We are able to achieve far beyond what they could have ever imagined their descendants having. Yet, we still face racial injustice, prejudice, and inequality. And though it might not be as extreme as it was 400 years ago, and we don’t face segregation as we did just 66 years ago, believe us when we speak of the camouflaged and blatant racism and injustice we face daily, regardless if you see it or not, regardless if it isn’t as bad as you perceive it to be. Listen and believe us.

Listen not to respond, but listen to understand. Ask AfricanAmericans to share their stories with you, and prepare to listen to them, without thinking you know everything about the topic, but go into prepared to learn something new, a different perspective.

And though you may never be able to fully understand how they feel, you can choose to listen and believe them. You can choose to allow your brother or sister’s burdens become your own. That is how we come together.

See the world through their eyes

simple, but that was a moment for me when the fear and shame

Shawn: If you know me well, you know LeBron James is my guy.

I was carrying around race began to disintegrate. What I realized

I’ve been following and supporting him regardless of what team

was that I had a lot of assumptions rolling around in my head that

he is playing for since he was 14 years old. You also may know

were not reality and could be settled by practicing humility and

that Denzel Washington is “my man”. Some of his movies are my

asking a question to my friend that is ultimately out of a place of

favorites of all time and I love the intensity of the characters he

my care for her and my desire for authentic connection between

portrays. There are a number of other popular athletes, celebrities,

us.

rappers and other artists I follow that don’t look like me. It’s easy

As I often reflect on that situation and step into others like it, I’m encouraged by God’s words to Joshua.

“Be strong and courageous.

Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

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for me to follow along the careers and work of people like LeBron and Denzel because what they do is so public.

I’ve been challenged over the past few years to pause and

Those are important steps, because we need to meet people

consider, outside of the entertainment industry, who am I

who are different than us and create spaces to be together if we

allowing to influence my thoughts, beliefs and relationship with

normally would not be there. But we just can’t check it off our list

Jesus? If I want what God wants and I so desire to be a part of

and think we’re done. It has to go deeper than that. We need to be

continuing to build into the divinely diverse community He has

thinking:

blessed us with here at Vineyard Columbus, how can I continue to step into and understand the world and perspective of my fellow congregants?

• How do I embrace this person’s difference and move past my discomfort so that we can actually appreciate each other?

• How do I work on my defensiveness when they tell me

The call to action here is to proactively read books, listen to

something I did was offensive, when that wasn’t my intention,

podcasts and/or subscribe to news channels authored or

so we can better understand each other?

produced by thinkers and pastors that come from communities other than your own. An easy place to start is checking out some of the books and resources available in the bookstore at our

That is not just a check the box exercise, this requires work and

Cooper Road Campus.

intentionality. But how great would the payoff be in our church

Don’t just check the box

genuinely works at loving each other and appreciating one

Adrienne: I am all about to-do lists. It is so gratifying to check off items from my list and see how much I have gotten accomplished.

and community if we each did this!? We would be a church that another. A church where Jesus’ love permeates through the building. Who wouldn’t want to be at a church like that?

But there are some things that we can just check off and others that are more about change than a to-do.

For Vineyard Columbus to continue to grow together, we have to go beyond a to-do list of:

Adrienne Ash is the Assistant Pastor for Small Groups at Vineyard Columbus

• Have coffee with person different than myself…check

Shawn Steward is the Director of Human

• Ask them their story…check

Resources at Vineyard Columbus

• Invite people of color to my small group…check

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Professional Counseling Center

Roots (Men)

Category: Healing, Relationships, Loss, and Addictions

Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, Vineyard Community Center

Contact 614.259.5409

Category: Addiction

The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors

Contact: Tom, brankamp@aol.com or Support for Life,

offer a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all

614.259.5289 or supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org

aspects of their lives. We sometimes also have male and female

This is a recovery group for those that struggle with life-

Graduate Candidate Interns who can offer $20/sessions, with

controlling addictions such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, work,

experience in seeing children, teens, adults, and married couples

or anything else that keeps you from experiencing the abundant

Rebuild & Restore Saturday, April 4 – May 23, 10AM-12, Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing Contact: Angel, self.knight1@outlook.com "The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose

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!

is to give them a rich and satisfying life." John 10:10 (NLT) Often,

Sister Sister

we recognize there is something broken, dead or lost in our lives,

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm

but can't see down to the foundation to understand what or why.

Category: Healing

We just know we don't seem to be living that rich and satisfying

Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com

life Scripture speaks of. In this 8 week class we will partner with

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

the Holy Spirit to look beneath the surface at what's really going

events and can help other women as we share as sisters in Christ.

on, become familiar with some of the tools and resources God

We focus on outreach and discipleship, studying God’s Word,

has given, and begin to employ them to REBUILD & RESTORE the

worshiping, and prayer.

life Jesus came to give. Registration is required, and class size is limited. This group is closed after the second week.

Still Waters: Peace for Caregivers

Redefining Christ

6:30-8:30pm, East Campus

Please contact leader for next session dates,

Category: Healing and Relationships

Cooper Road Campus

Contact: Dixie Vargo, still.waters.dixie@gmail.com or

Category: Healing

614.531.6663

Begins: Please contact leader for next session dates, Cooper Rd

Reflect ~ Refresh ~ Replenish ~ Revitalize ~ Revive ~ Renew

Campus

The life of a person caring for a loved one who is old, sick, dying

For more info and to register, contact Gina Harding at

or in need of continuous, regular care is often stressful and

redefiningchrist@gmail.com

sometimes chaotic. We can often feel alone and inept to the task

This closed, cyclical co-ed support group is for women and men

put upon us. We may struggle to find time for God, ourselves, and

who have come from a high control or cult background and now

meaningful relationships. Come away, weary one, and find light,

desire a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is not a

hope, peace and loving companionship. The 2nd and 4th Monday

theological debate group. Our purpose is to support these women

of each month will feature an online meeting format for those

and come along side of them. Our goal is to springboard into a

who may struggle to get away from their caregiving duties.

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.

1st and 3rd Monday of every month,

Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in your Marriage Category: Healing and Relationships 2nd and 4th Monday of each month: 6:30-8:30 PM, Cooper Rd Campus Childcare $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 to 12; must pre–register) Contact: Laurel at jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614-886-1749, or Gladys at, mganonie@gmail.com We are a group of married women who feel alone in our Christian walk with our husbands. Please come and join us as we support one another, pray for our husbands, fellowship, and become Sisters together in our Journey as we walk together with Christ as our ‘First Love’.

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With God’s Grace & Dignity Keep

developing a rule of life, wisdom and discernment, calling and

Category: Healing

vocation, etc.

Online Support Group

12-for-12 groups are designed for people who regularly lead or

Also 2nd Wednesday of the month, April through October: 7-9 PM,

serve in the church, and who want to build spiritual ballasts into

Cooper Rd Campus

their lives in keeping with the ways they are giving themselves

Contact: Francine for online invite at fknapp4590@aol.com

away – groups are designed not to interfere with existing

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

commitments.

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

Group membership is by application only, and 12-for-12 group

number of other autoimmune diseases. What you are going

members commit to:

through is real, and is often misunderstood by friends, family members, and even doctors! Come and join us as we share

•

Meet once a month for approximately three hours

resources, discuss scriptural topics for encouragement, and

•

Complete about 2-4 hours of homework a week (10-15 hours

support and pray for each other.

per month)

Vineyard Community Center

•

Pray regularly for the other group members

•

Purchase inexpensive books and materials as needed

Vineyard Job Club

•

Practice honesty, vulnerability, and confidentiality, both

Tuesdays, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center Visit: vineyardcommunitycenter.org (weekly updates) Contact: Paul Nicholson, penicholson51@gmail.com or 614.832.0471 Participants in this group will share experiences of their job search and discuss challenges, strategies, and resources. The job club meets weekly for 90 minutes where we'll share job leads, receive group support, guidance, and career developer feedback followed by a time of prayer and encouragement. This group will particularly appeal to those that have been unemployed for a while, and need more ongoing support and accountability.

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT Ash Wednesday Wednesday February 26, 5:30 & 7:30pm Cooper Road Campus We will translate for Spanish speakers at the 7:30pm service Join us for one of these Holy Spirit empowered services as we begin the season of Lent. The services will include a message from Pastor Julia Pickerill, reflection, and the receiving of ashes. All are welcome. Please invite someone to join you in worship.

12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups Application: vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-spiritual-formation-2/ Contact: covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org 12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups are groups of about twelve

during and outside of meetings •

Give away to others what you gain through the group

•

Fulfill other commitments specific to your particular group

For more information, and for 12-for-12 group applications, go to https://vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-home/. Questions? Please email covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org.

ALPHA Wednesdays, January 22 – March 11, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm, COhatch – The Pub (across from The Cheesecake Factory), 1554 Polaris Pkwy, Suite 325 Contact: Kerry.Davis@vineyardcolumbus.org Alpha is a safe and open environment created especially for people who want to understand more about Christianity or for those who don't identify as Christians, and are open to learning more. Alpha is for your friends, family members, co-workers and neighbors who have questions about spirituality. If you have questions or if they would like you to join them, you should come too!

Deaf Ministry Events Worship Service Interpretation: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays, 9am in the Auditorium Bible Study: 2nd & 4th Sundays, 9am, in the Community Center Dance Room Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted in ASL. We also offer a Bible Study in ASL.

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. Frequent areas of focus in 12-for-12 groups include attentiveness to God in all things, solitude, silence, Sabbath and rest, learning and practicing spiritual disciplines, new approaches to prayer and the Scriptures, living in community, mission, experiencing the love of God, knowing God and ourselves,

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Healing on the Streets

Meeting God 304 | Gospel of Wholeness

Saturdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1-3pm,

Tuesday, February 25, 6:30-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Corner of High and Broad

Teacher: Nancy Davis

Contact: Kim Beyer, kimberly_beyer@icloud.com

Prerequisite: Meeting God 301

Healing on the Streets is a simple way to reach out to our city.

Registration: Required for childcare only at vineyardcolumbus.org

We set up chairs and coffee on a busy street corner and invite

by Sunday, February 23

people passing by to sit down so we can pray for them. As we

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5 per child with a 20% discount

pray, the Holy Spirit helps us express God’s love as we proclaim

with 2 or more children

and demonstrate that the Kingdom is - quite literally - at hand.

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

No training required, just a relationship with Jesus. We’ll help

We have updated our Meeting God 304 class with a new

you with the rest. We meet regardless of the weather, so dress

curriculum called the Gospel of Wholeness. This course teaches

warmly!

a biblical process designed to help you form a close, life-giving

Holy Spirit Encounter Wednesday, 7-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

relationship with Jesus that releases you into more authority and effectiveness in God’s Kingdom.

Childcare: No childcare available for January

Open Prayer for Healing Sessions

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

Saturdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 9:30-11:30am, Cooper

Encounter will NOT be meeting in February

Road Campus Campus (Not meeting November 30)

Joyful Noise Worship Service (Special Needs)

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

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

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

Contact:

the Cooper Road campus. No appointment needed. Sessions end

Amanda Fessehazion, specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org

at 11:30am, so please allow enough time for the prayer team to

Join our Accessible Worship Service for people affected by

effectively pray for you. If you are interested in joining the prayer

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

team, please email Diane Bailey for further information about the

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

ministry, church requirements and instructions for becoming

tambourines and streamers. s. We meet in the Middle School room

a member.

located in the community center.

Art Ministry

Meeting God 301: Power Healing and Evangelism Sunday, March 22, 2020 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare only) by Friday, Friday, March 20 Childcare: Free (ages 1-12) Contact: Diane Bailey, Diane.Bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org 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.

Invitation to VC Artists for North Hall Gallery Exhibits 2019 Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com If you are interested in exhibiting your work as one of our featured artists in the North Hall Gallery during 2019, contact Holly Messerall. A minimum of 10 pieces required (more than 10 can be considered). Please submit a portfolio for review.

You’ll also learn how to follow his lead in praying for healing in

Vineyard Artist Community

people’s lives.

Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

Meeting God 302: Discerning God’s Voice Sunday, Feb. 9, 2:30 – 4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Nancy Davis Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Registration: Required for childcare only at vineyardcolumbus.org

by Friday, February 7 at www.vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5 per child with a 20% discount with 2 or more children Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org You will learn practical ways God Spoke to his people in the Bible and today. You will also practice methods to sharpen your ability to discern his voice.

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If you are interested in connecting with other artists in the VC art ministry, please contact Holly Messerall for more information.

Campuses

do smart buying, relate healthily with your spouse over money,

LANE AVENUE CAMPUS

Develop a life of wisdom and less stress. PRE-REGISTRATION

Serve in Prayer

IS REQUIRED (not night of) cost: $109 per person or per couple.

Contact: Kim Drennan, Laneprayer@gmail.com There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue Campus. For more info, contact Klodiana.

lay a foundation for purchasing a home, retirement and college.

ONLINE ONLY AT https://www.fpu.com/1101834. Don’t use FPU link IF you have a coupon or applying for assistance.

Engage 1st Wednesdays, 7–8:30pm, Sawmill Campus

LA VIÑA CAMPUS

Contact: Dustin Jasinski, djasinskivcsc@gmail.com

La Viña | Service

Engage is a service of meditation on scriptures and listening to

Sundays, 11:30am, in the Chapel, Cooper Road Campus

what the Lord is saying to each person attending. Prayer is also

English interpretation provided.

available for special needs, congregational leaders, and programs.

Contact: Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.256.5254 or irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org La Viña is an all-Spanish service that meets in the Chapel (la capilla) at Cooper Road. We serve the Hispanic community of Columbus, showing them God’s love and watching their lives be transformed

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

English as a Second Language (ESL) September 3–May 19, 7-9pm, Sawmill Campus Contact: Myra Gaiters myra.gaiters@vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Not available A free 4 level class to study English as a second language.

Christ. You are welcome as you are!

Midpoint | Onsite Small Group

La Viña | Servicio en Español

Wednesdays, February 5 - April 8, 7–8:30pm, Sawmill Campus

Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel), Cooper Road Campus Se provee interpretación al inglés.

Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.259.5254 o irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español y nos reunimos en la capilla (Chapel) en Cooper Road. Nuestra visión es servir a la comunidad de Columbus, presentándoles el amor de Jesús y ver sus vidas ser transformadas por el poder de Dios. No somos solamente 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.

Childcare: Hay cuidado de niños.

Contact: Danalys Castro, danalys.castro@vineyardcolumbus.org Una noche de alabanza extendida, y encuentro con el Espíritu Santo a través de la alabanza, palabras proféticas, y un tiempo extendido de oración.

Childcare: Available Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/midpoint Contact: Myra Gaiters, 614-259-5439 Are you desiring to get into community, but aren’t comfortable with the traditional small group setting of meeting in homes?

Maybe you're having trouble finding a group that works for you?

Then you should try Midpoint! Midpoint is our on-site small group.

It is a weekly gathering that consists of worship, teaching, table discussions and community in a familiar space—your church.

Community Life Midpoint | Onsite Small Group Thursdays, January 9, 2020 - February20, 6:30–8:30pm Childcare: $5/child and $10/family (must register online) Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/midpoint Contact: Adrienne Ash, smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Are you desiring to get into community, but aren’t comfortable with the traditional small group setting of meeting in homes?

Maybe you're having trouble finding a group that works for you?

An extended worship night, and encounter with the Holy Spirit

Then you should try Midpoint! Midpoint is our on-site small group.

through worship, prophetic words, and ministry time.

It is a weekly gathering that consists of worship, teaching, table

SAWMILL CAMPUS

discussions and community in a familiar space—your church.

Dave Ramsey | Financial Peace University Wednesdays, January 22 - March 18, 7–9pm, Sawmill Campus Registration: fpu.com/groups/1101834 (registration is only available through the link listed above) Childcare: $45/child or $90/two or more children (includes all 9 weeks, available for ages 1-12). Payment for childcare is due at the first class.

Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University helps to understand and follow Biblical financial principles and wisdom regarding money, debt, generosity & building wealth. Develop a cash flow plan,

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Women, Worship & the Word is a chance for you to be with other women for worship, bible study, sharing and prayer. Join us this winter for our new series in James as we discover what it means to grow-up in Jesus.

Wednesdays, February 5th – April 8th, 7pm – 9 pm OR Thursdays, February 6th – April 9th, 9:30am – 11:30 am Multipurpose Room | Cooper Road Campus For more information about this series, contact Liz at liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org.

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VOLUNTEER & SERVE

Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs

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

Did you know that we have a resource page just for our small

opportunities, check out the list of volunteer opportunities at

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

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

discussion? Wondering how you can get more training? Need some

in the Main Lobby at our Cooper Road Campus.

tips on how to make hosting easier? Check out vcsmallgroups.

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

org—a website with several Bible study options as well as other

Bookstore & Library

helpful tools. If you have questions, write us at smallgroups@

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

Bookstore Volunteer Opportunities Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5323 • One day a week, 2-3 hours anytime from 12-5pm, TuesdaysFridays • Two Saturdays or Sundays per month, serve as a cashier for the 15 minutes before and 20 minutes after the service you attend • Cooper Road Library volunteer: Volunteer once a week restocking books, contacting those who have overdue books and adding new inventory.

• Volunteer with Printing: We have bought a direct to garment printer to help promote Christ and our Church. If you would like to help with garment choices, garment printing and displaying.

Visit: vcsmallgroups.org

vineyardcolumbus.org.

Community Outreach The following outreach opportunities are a bridge between our church and the people of Columbus. Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org for general questions or contact the person designated for the outreach.

MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Diane.Weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614-259-5348 If you have any interest in serving in men’s prison ministry, please contact Diane for information about current programs.

Women's Prison Ministry Opportunities

WOMEN’S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Section: Women’s Prison Ministry Opportunities Contact for more info: diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614-259-5348 • Prison Basics Training – Saturday, February 8, 9:00 -11:30am.,

Career

Cooper Road Campus, Room EL1. This training is the first step

Career Ministry Volunteers NEEDED

we build a bridge of friendship in this context. Please register

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

with Diane.

The career ministry has experienced more people than usual looking for career assistance, in the last several months.

Therefore, we are in desperate need of additional new volunteers; two roles- career coaches and an admin, who would assign job searchers to coaches. The time commitments for coaches would be 2- 4 hours per month and for an administrator would be up to 2 hours per week. The admin volunteer position could be provided with work space and laptop.

Community Life Alpha Leader Training Register/Contact: alpha@vineyardcolumbus.org or sign up at the Alpha counter.

Are you interested in serving with our Alpha team for one of our upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information

to understand the culture, rules of the institution and how

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project • Volunteer by recording inmates reading books to their children, 1st Monday of every month from 12-4pm at Ohio Reformatory for Women, Marysville.

• Volunteer by wrapping books and CDs then prepare for mailing, 3rd Monday of each month, Cooper Road, 3rd Floor, 6:00pm – 7:30pm.

• Donate NEW or LIKE-NEW children’s books ages 0-18 (suggestions: classics, picture books and chapter books, kids and teen bibles, “I love you” themes). Drop in the metal bins at Cooper Road or contact Diane to arrange drop-off at campuses.

and to register!

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Small Groups at the Women’s Prison

Opportunities to Serve: Our pantry at this location is going undergoing a transition to

• Would you like to help facilitate some small groups at the Ohio

become a choice pantry beginning March 7th.

Reformatory for Women in Marysville? First step is to be a

Please contact Rhodie for information about serving if you are

part of a group of 10-12 inmates with a trained facilitator and

interested in being a part of this for training.

interact with inmates as they go through the studies. Here are

• 5th Avenue Food Pantry

the immediate needs: • Mother’s Matter – Are you a mom who would like to encourage other moms in prison? We collaborate with Action for Children to facilitate a court-approved course in positive parenting.

Participate in a group of 10-12 inmates with a trained facilitator.

Days and times for this class vary throughout the year.

181 East 5th Avenue Saturdays Only Free breakfast starts at 8am, food orders given out from 8:30-11:30am.

• Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturdays Only

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project:

Free breakfast starts at 8:30am, food orders given out from

Days and times vary (4 hours every other month)

9:30-11:30am.

Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or

If possible, please carpool or park along Chester Road to keep

614.259.5348

parking available for guests around and behind the building.

Volunteers record incarcerated parents reading to their children, then we wrap the books and CDs and send them to the children.

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

Parenting Classes Dates and times vary Vineyard Columbus partners with Action for Children in offering 8 week parenting classes at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in

• Kitchen Anchor Adult Volunteers Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturday mornings, once or twice a month, 7am-1pm 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.

• Monday Night Church

Marysville. It is the most requested class and we are really in need

Mondays, 6pm

of help! This is an opportunity to meet with women in small groups

5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

and discuss the art of positive parenting. Training is available.

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or

Bible Studies, Book Studies, Emotionally Healthy Classes Dates and times vary Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614-259-5348 Are you interested in helping incarcerated women grow in their emotional and spiritual lives? Vineyard Columbus offers a variety of classes at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville.

Training is available. Dates and times of commitment vary.

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.

jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for small groups and families to plan, prepare and serve a hot meal at our weekly church service at the 5th Avenue Food Pantry. Please contact Jenney Rice for more details and to sign up.

Food Pantry Volunteer Interest Meeting Sunday, January 26, following the 9am and 11:30am services, Cooper Road Campus Contact: rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org Ministry Category: Volunteer and Serve- Community Outreach In 2020 our food pantries will undergo a transformation by incorporating more fresh produce and choice to the neighbors we serve. There will be various roles in this new model and everyone will have a place to serve in the pantry. The changes will begin with our 5th avenue pantry and we want to invite you to be a part of what God is doing through our food pantry outreach! We encourage you to attend one of the interest meetings on Sunday January 26th following the morning services. And mark your calendar to attend a food pantry volunteer training on February 1st or February 8th! If you missed this training info, please be sure to contact Rhodie to register to be trained for this pantry in the coming months.

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HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

Donations Needed Do you travel? Do you have friends or family members that travel frequently? We could use the hotel size soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion at our food pantries for our homeless friends. These sizes are perfect for backpacks. We greatly appreciate your generosity and spread the word to any travelers you know!

Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 5-8:30pm Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org Help us bring food and supplies to the homeless living outdoors. We travel together as a team to various outdoor stops. Serve individually or with a small group. Please email Rhodie for details and to schedule all volunteering. Children 10 and older are welcome. If your group would like to prepare a meal, we can help with costs.

YWCA Family Shelter Breakfast

Global Café Global Café Volunteers Contact: vineyard.cafe@vineyardcolumbus.org New to the church or want to get connected? Be a part of our family of believers who get to experience God through service and fellowship. The Café is an atmosphere where fresh, made–from– scratch food connects the community with the love of Christ.

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

Media Arts

900 Harvey Court, Columbus, OH 43219

Video, Audio, & Lighting Support

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

Contact: media.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

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

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

Great outreach for the kids too!

us to start making a difference in your church.

VINEYARD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY GARDEN

Mercy & Justice

Contact: vccgarden@cybercalvin.com

Anti-Human Trafficking Involvement- Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers year-round to help tend our downtown garden at 1455 N. 4th St. in the Short North area where produce is grown and then donated to our 5th Avenue food pantry.

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

SHE HAS A NAME is an organization we are partnering with. They have an Anti-Human Trafficking Training coming up February 4th, 11th, & 18th. We recommend completing this training for anyone interested in serving in the anti-human trafficking cause.

It provides a basic understanding of the issue and connects

PRAY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH

participants with dozens of volunteer opportunities through our

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org

are available at: shehasaname.org/learn You must register in advance and attend at least 2 of the 3 training

Contact Jenney Rice to sign up for our prayer newsletter and

days.

intercede for this ministry area.

Deaf Ministry Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities

organization and others in Central Ohio. More details and sign-up

Outreach & Connect Care Caller Ministry Contact: Denise Birkhoff, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

or 614.259.5313

We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and

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

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

can do from home, on your own schedule, please consider joining Care Callers. We connect with and pray for our Vineyard family through phone calls. Our goal is to call every member of the church in the next 18 months. This is a one year commitment.

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Security Ministry

Support for Life

Medical Response Team

Become a Life Support Mentor

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

Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org

We are looking for volunteers to help with medical emergencies

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

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

We're looking to train leaders to meet one on one with individuals

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

on a short term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive

are interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.

encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. If

Security Team Members Contact: Rick Beer, rick.beer@vineyardcolumbus.org or (614) 512-4652 We are looking for volunteers interested in providing a safe/secure

you've benefited from the support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that has resulted in growth and freedom, you may wish to help others by providing similar one-on-one support.

and warm/welcoming environment to all that attend our weekend

Become a Support for Life Group Leader

services. We strive to reflect Christ well and Vineyard Columbus

Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or

well. We welcome all skill sets and gifts unified in one purpose in

614.259.5472

Christ. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Rick

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

Beer.

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

Special Needs

environment for those who are struggling to experience the love

Bridge Builders

support and healing during a difficult life season or situation

of Jesus and the care of his community. If you've benefited from

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

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

Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,

leading a group related to the same issue.

specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org (teens/adults)

We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:

Befriend a child, teen, or adult with special needs who wants to be part of our church community.

• Victims of domestic violence

Body Builders Class (Special Needs)

• DivorceCare for Men

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.

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

Special Needs Intervention Support Team Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Amanda Fessehazion, specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org If you have training in behavior intervention, special education, autism, and/or mental health support, consider being on call to help us create a safety net when the Special Needs ministry needs extra help.

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• GriefShare

Dealing with Difficult People Saturday, April 4, 9 AM-1 PM, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Dave Kuta, Dave.Kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org or at 614259-5472.

As a leader, you encounter a lot of the “mess” in people’s lives—and often may not feel equipped to handle it! This online class—which will also include in person “lab time” to practice what you’re learning—will give you some basic group leadership skills on how to handle things like self-harm, suicidality, difficult emotional situations, mental illness, and the exposure of sin issues.

Registration and a log-in to watch the videos is required. Must register by March 27th in order to give yourselves adequate time to watch all four 45 minute videos before the lab on April 4th

VC International Teams & Ministries English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers

Family ESL Hospitality Tuesday, 6:30–9pm, starting January 6 through April 7, Vineyard Community Center Contact: Abigail Skofield at Abigail.Skofield@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org

If your small group is looking for a way to serve, our Family ESL

We are seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas for or

program needs you! Each Tuesday evening, we welcome in many

Fall ESL classes (September 3 - April 8)

refugee and immigrant families who come to learn English in the

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

community center; part of our programming includes providing

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

a snack for every child and adult. Due to the religious values that

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

many of these families have, snacks need to be halal, meaning

who enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words

they do not contain any pork or gelatin and we serve an average

as they enter the classroom.

of 60 adults and 80 children. We would love to see small group

• Teachers: If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy

communities join us in ministering to these families by signing up

teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime

to provide a snack for any of our scheduled program nights. If your

and evening ESL classes.

small group would like to provide snacks for an evening, contact

Fridays, 9-10am

Abigail for more information.

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

Family ESL Program

• Conversation Table Leader: We have a vibrant ESL program and

Tuesday, 6:30–9pm, starting September 3–December 20 or for

are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation

Winter ESL Classes, January 6–April 9

Table Leaders.

Vineyard Community Center

ESL Resource Coordinator Contact: Hannah.shyrock@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for a couple of volunteers who are passionate about serving our international community in a holistic way!

We need volunteers who want to help connect the families and individuals we serve to various resources, to meet whatever needs they express. This could include things such as understanding a bill they got in the mail, connecting them to our immigration services, or helping them find a workforce development program.

You will receive training regarding how to resource and how to communicate cross-culturally.We are looking for volunteers who

Contact: International Ministries, international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org, or 614.259.5369 We need your help serving entire international families from toddlers to older adults in an educational and recreational program! You can serve in a variety of ways and settings in this program, including teaching English to adults, homework help and educational activities for children, and being on our hospitality team. No matter what you do, it will be an incredibly fun and amazing way to connect with and serve people from other cultures. Please contact us for more information on how you can help!

can commit to two days a week (Monday, Wednesday, or Friday

After ESL Drop-in Help Center

10:00am-12:00pm).

Mondays, 11am–1pm

ESL Sewing Class Mondays 11:30am-12:30pm, Vineyard Community Center Contact: Linda Root at lindaroot43@yahoo.com In 2018, we began a sewing program for students enrolled in ESL at the Vineyard Community Center. We have been blessed beyond measure with donations of money, sewing machines, fabric, and supplies. We have filled every class and still have many students on a waiting list, hoping for space to get the opportunity to learn this valuable skill. We are looking for more people who have

Contact: International Ministries at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org We need volunteers to help our international community by making phone calls (contacting doctors/schools/utility companies/etc.), reading mail, doing research on the computer, and assisting families with navigating the tasks related to daily life and our government systems. Volunteers need to be flexible, able to multi-task, have basic computer skills, and be able to communicate clearly and kindly in a cross-cultural context.

sewing experience that would be willing to share their talents with those who are eager to learn. You can volunteer your time, donate a sewing machine, or gift us with money to be able to provide fabric and supplies for each student. Come and see if this is something that you would like to be involved with. For more information, please contact Linda Root.

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International Communion Scripture Readers Contact: Abigail Skofield We’re looking for more Communion Scripture readers to help at

VC Students Small Groups & Weekend Services Leaders

one of the weekend services on the 2nd weekend of each month

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

by reading Scripture in their native language. If you are interested

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

in celebrating the many different cultures represented here at

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,

Vineyard Columbus through reading in your native language and

614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

sharing your country of origin, please contact Ximena for more

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

information.

Weekend Services. Training is provided.

abigail.skofield@vineyardcolumbus.org

International Friendships (IFI) Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or burchettjes@gmail.com International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus to promote friendships and show hospitality to international students at OSU. • IFI English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner Visit: ifipartners.org/culture–cuisine–church–small–groups. pdf Become a conversation partner and help students practice English, learn about American culture, and more. Individuals and families can meet with an international student or couple monthly for a meal or activity.

• IFI Internship Program

Vineyard Community Center Artists Needed Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com Contact Vineyard Columbus Artists if you are a member of the church and interested in teaching an arts or crafts class.

Artists Small Group Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com Come with ideas to share and plan a course of growth beginning with a book study. All artists are welcome. Send us an email if you're interested.

Coaches and Referees Needed for Vineyard Athletics!

Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or

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

jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

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

industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media, and marketing.

• Meals for IFI Friday Night Bible Studies Contact: Tiria, exec_assistant@ifiusa.org IFI always needs people/small groups to help organize, prepare, and distribute food at our Friday night Bible study when students and volunteers share a meal together.

• Small Group Outreach for International Friendships Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or burchettjes@gmail.com Sign up: ifipartners.org/groups IFI has opportunities for small groups to help “reach the world” together including prayer, preparing food for a Bible study, making welcome bags, greeting new students, and hosting a used furniture sale.

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

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

Volunteers for Assisting Dance & Gymnastic Instructor Needed Vineyard Community Center Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to volunteer and serve in supporting our instructors. Previous experience with dance and/or gymnastics is appreciated. If you are interested, please contact Kathy Miller at kathy.miller0806@gmail.com.

Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School

Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop

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

2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm

Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact/Register: Sean Johnson,

Are you a math-wiz? Do you enjoy working with students?

sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

The middle and high school after school program is looking

Do you like to dance? Would you like to lead children

for math tutors for our students! Any consistent availability

(grades 1-4) to connect with Jesus and celebrate Him? If

(only Mondays, every other day, etc.) is welcomed.

the answer is ‘yes’ to both of these questions, then join us

Are you working in Finance, Agriculture or Health Science?

Are you willing to be on a career panel? Our middle and high school students are going to be learning about these

for a workshop led by the Kidz Quest Worship Coordinator on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2 pm.

This workshop is free.

career clusters in the near future, and we are in need of

Kidz Quest Leaders

guest panelists!

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

VineyardKids

Contact: Kristi Webster, 614.259.5486

Be an AWANA Leader!

need to humble ourselves as little children. If this is true,

Tuesdays, September through May, 6:15-9pm Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room Application: Pick up an application from the children’s info desk or the Kidz Quest welcome center Contact: Kristi Webster, 614.259.5486 We are accepting applications for people who desire to invest in our kids and disciple them. We have a curriculum, ongoing training, and a team to work with. We are flexible when you need time off and offer the fringe benefit of being loved by the kids and leaders. To make disciples we focus on scripture memory, friendship, and fun.

Kidz Quest Worship Team

Jesus said that if we are to inherit the kingdom of God we why don’t we hang with kids more often to learn to be like them? We have opportunities this summer and also starting in September.

Worship Leader for ages 2-K Contact: Pam White, pam.white@vineyardcolumbus.org Our VineyardKids worship ministry is looking for fun and energetic singers who enjoy celebrating Jesus with young children (ages 2-K). If you would be available once a month during our weekend services, we would love to hear from you!

Vineyard Women

Registration: bit.ly/VCKApp

Vineyard Women Event Team

Contact: sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org or

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

bill.manchester@vineyardcolumbus.org

We are looking for women who enjoy meeting people,

Calling all musicians, dancers, and worship leaders! Each

serving others, and offering hospitality to join our Event

weekend over 400 kids come to worship Christ through

Team. We need help promoting the event, administrative

live music, singing, and motions in kids worship at Vineyard

help, decorating, greeting, registration, and more. We have

Columbus Cooper Road and campuses. There is a need for

fun serving together—please join us!

worship leaders, band leaders, singers, motion leaders/

Worship Arts

dancers, guitarists (electric and acoustic), bass players, drummers, and keyboardists. We also often utilize other atypical worship instruments such as violin, cello, trumpet, flute, etc. If you have a heart to see children come closer to Jesus through high-energy, passionate worship, we would like you on our team!

To see more check out this video: bit.ly/VCKidsWorship.

Serve with Worship Arts Contact: worship.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org The Worship Arts Ministry is looking for experienced musicians (all instruments and vocalists) for all worship teams. We are also looking for bilingual vocalists.

Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus Contact: worship.arts@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.

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Other Opportunities

Dance & Gymnastics Clothes & Shoes

Car Ministry

Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com

Contact: Jeff, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org

The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to donate

Do you work in the auto industry doing mechanical or auto body

gently used dance and gymnastics leotards, tights, and costumes.

work? If so, we are looking to develop a car ministry and would

In addition, tap, ballet, and jazz shoes are appreciated. Sizes

love for you to participate!

X-Small Child through Large Adult. Thank you for your generous

Baker’s Delight Contact: Mia Byrne, 614.751.5083 or mtjondro@hotmail.com

donation! Please drop off at the Vineyard Community Center – Hospitality Desk (Labeled: Kathy Miller)

bake for the food pantry, Membership 101, single moms, women’s

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

ministry events, LaVina, children’s volunteers, nursing homes, and

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

others. Great serving opportunity with families, friends, and small

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

groups who are looking for outreach opportunities. Please join us!

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

Calling all who loves to bake and have the heart to serve! We

G I V E & D O N AT E Anti-Human Trafficking I Am One Voice

prison ministry.

Online Giving & TEXT to Give Contact: 614.259.5443 or Vineyard.Finance@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

You can make a one-time offering or you can schedule regular

You can help by donating a copy of the “Recovery Bible”. Purchase

giving by visiting vineyardcolumbus.org/give. You can also TEXT

one in Vineyard Bookstore and drop it in the Anti-Human

your amount to 614.333.0330 and follow the prompts. For more

Trafficking bin in the Ministry Center Office Lobby at Cooper Rd.

info, contact our Finance department.

Contact: Nicole, nicole@iamonevoice.org

If you’ve had an address change, please be sure to update at www.vineyardcolumbus.org. Click Sign In to access or create

I Am One Voice assists an organization who works with victims of

your account. Contact: vineyard.giving@vineyardcolumbus.org or

human trafficking by providing the following items:

Marilyn at 614-259-5443.

Face wash, body wash, body lotion, hand sanitizer, Dove soap,

Want To Go Paperless?

facial/ skin care gift sets, journals, deodorant, lip balm and

Contact: vineyard.giving@vineyardcolumbus.org

restaurant gift cards.

You can now view your contribution statement electronically. Log

Donations can be dropped off in the Ministry Center Office Lobby

on to www.vineyardcolumbus.org/give. Click eStatements. You

at Cooper Road Campus.

can then go to www.vineyardcolumbus.org/mycontributions.

Automobile Donations

Pantry Donations (Community Outreach)

Contact: Mandi, 614.259.5384

Our pantries are in need of personal care items and we would like

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

to focus on these items from May to September. Please help us

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

collect the following: deodorants, 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner,

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

razors/shaving cream, lotions and toothpaste/toothbrushes. We

are okay in fairly good condition. We sell cars in poor condition and

also love these in travel size! Please drop off in the metal bins at

use the funds for this ministry.

our Cooper Road campus or the designated location at the campus

Blanket Collection for Homeless Outreach

you attend. We appreciate your generosity.

Contact: Rhodie.Shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Planned Giving

We our looking for blanket donations to hand out at our

Contact: Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or

Wednesday night outreach as the winter months get closer.

kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Please place new or clean, gently used blankets-all sizes-in the

If you would like to discuss estate planning, contact Kent Irwin.

Community Outreach wire bins found at the VC main campus entrances. Please donate at campuses through designated locations. Let us also know if your small group, family, neighborhood or work place might like to organize a blanket drive!

This collection will run through the end of February.

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PASTORS RESIDENCY PROGRAM

PASTORS RESIDENCY PROGRAM Apply online at vineyardcolumbus.org

by March 15th, 2020 Vineyard Columbus’ Pastors Residency Program will begin in September 2020. The residency will run for two years until May 2022 and will be led by our senior pastor, Rich Nathan. Residents will be part of a learning cohort of 4-6 participants. The residency program is a full-time salaried position with benefits competitive with the best Residency Programs in America. vineyardcolumbus.org

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Project Hope Venezuela

Transitions Donations

Contact: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org,

Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby

614.259.5254

throughout the week and during weekend services

Due to the severe economic crisis and political upheaval in

Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship services.

Venezuela, there is a severe shortage of food, medicine and other

Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

basic needs. We want to offer some relief to this country by

Most needed items are: New twin sheet sets and twin blankets (Must be new) Cookware sets (new preferred) Bath towels and hand towels (must be new)

sending some of these necessary items. There will be designated containers at the entrance of the church where you can donate items to ‘Project Venezuela’ for the next several months. These items will then be sent to Venezuelan churches that can distribute them to the populations in greatest need. Please consider participating in this demonstration of God’s love. Please do not bring glass items.

Specific items needed: Non-perishables: Rice, sugar, pasta, dry beans, corn or wheat flour, powdered milk, vegetable or canola oil, peanut butter, jelly, crackers, sardines, canned beans, tuna, canned meat, vegetable cans, jell-o, cereal Hygiene: Vitamins (adult & child), diapers, wipes, infant formula, baby food, toilet paper, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant

donations at Cooper Rd campus weekdays 8:30-5:00 or anytime on weekends.

Value Life Donations Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org • Diapers – size Newborn, 1, 4 and 5’s needed • Formula – All Gerber and Similac types needed • Value Life also needs sleepers and onesies size Newborn and 0-3 boys and girls.

Please drop off in the Ministry Center Lobby—Value Life Donations containers.

Proyecto Esperanza Venezuela

Value Life needs donations of receiving blankets, Newborn

Contacto: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org o

sleepers and onesies. Please drop off in the Ministry Center

614.259.5254

Lobby—Value Life Donations containers.

Debido a la gran crisis tanto económica como política que Venezuela está viviendo en los últimos años, nuestros hermanos en ese país están sufriendo una escasez enorme de medicinas, comida y productos básicos diarios. Por esa razón nosotros en La Viña de Columbus queremos ofrecer ayuda a los Venezolanos enviándoles algunos de estos productos. En las entradas de la Iglesia habrá zonas designadas para el “Proyecto Esperanza Venezuela”, ustedes podrán colocar sus donaciones en los próximos meses. Nosotros estaremos enviando estas donaciones a Iglesias en Venezuela las cuales distribuirán las donaciones a las poblaciones de mayor necesidad como ancianatos y personas de bajos recursos. Por favor considere participar en esta gran demostración de amor por nuestros hermanos Venezolanos. Por favor no botellas de vidrio.

Alimentos No perecedos: arroz, azúcar, pastas, granos secos, harina do trigo/maíz, leche en polvo, aceite de cocinar, mantequilla de maní, mermelada en envases de plástico, galletas saladas, latas de sardinas, latas de granos, latas de atún, latas de pollo, latas de vegetales, gelatina, cereal Higene personal: Vitaminas (adultos y niños), formula infantil, pañales, comida de bebés, jabón de baño, pasta dental, champú, acondicionador, cepillos de dientes, desodorante- antiperspirante, papel higiénico

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Yarn Donations Needed for Prison Ministry Ladies at the Ohio Reformatory for Women crochet baby blankets as an ongoing project for Vineyard’s Value Life Ministry.

Please donate quality yarn in any color (particularly bright baby colors) and drop bagged donations in the entrance metal bins to the attention: Community Outreach/Prison Ministry. Questions: Contact diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org.

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