July MIX 2019 by Vineyard Columbus

M I N I S T RY C O N TAC T S Bookstore Jeff Baker, 614.259.5323 Church Planting Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303 Community Center 614.259.5503 Community Life/Small Groups Deb George, 614.259.5358 Community Outreach 614.259.5441 Connect Cinnamon Doran, 614.259.5235 Counseling Center Yolanda Zellars, 614.259.5409 Financial Ministry Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 Global CafĂŠ 614.259.5400 Hospitality Casey Knight, 614.259.5292 International Ministries Jackie Williams, 614.259.5369 Marriage & Family Life Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 Phase III Ron Schmidt, 614.425.7284 Serve Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 Singles Christopher Ledezma, 614.259.5492 Support for Life Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256 Value Life Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 VC High School Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 VC Middle School Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 VC Twenty Shane Huey, 614.259.5290 VineyardKids Kristi Webster, 614.259.5466 Vineyard Institute Andy Saperstein, 614.259.5305 Vineyard Men Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303 Vineyard Women Liz Ward, 614.259.5335 Worship Arts Shannon Gott, 614.259.5310

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S J U LY 2 0 1 9 4

Congregational Letter Beyond Tomorrow

Transitions Ministry Reaches Milestone

Vineyard Growth Classes

Spiritual Development

Families & Marriage

Volunteer & Serve

Tools for Every Season of Life

Give & Donate

Adult Ministries

VC Artists | Summer Exhibits

International

Help & Wellness

Featured Article Breathe

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

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

La Viña Campus Pastor, Irene Casale-Petrarca Admin. Asst. Danalys Castro, 614.259.5241

Associate & Staff Care and Formation Pastor, Julia Pickerill 614.259.5246

Lane Avenue Campus Pastor, Andrew Oswalt Ministry. Asst. Sandy Huizingh, 614.259.5242

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

Leader Development Pastor, Andy Saperstein Admin. Asst. Marsha Martin, 614.259.5305

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Small Groups Pastor, Paige Goslin 614.259.5477

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

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

Community Life Pastor, Amanda Nash Admin. Asst. Marsha Martin, 614.259.5305

Visitation & Care Pastor, Anthony Cannon 614.259.5364

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Young Adult Pastor, Shane Huey Ministry Asst. Davonte Butler, 614.259.5290

Financial & Career Ministries Pastor, Kent Irwin 614.259.5505

Pastors may be reached by contacting his/her assistant at the extension listed. All staff members are listed at vineyardcolumbus.org.

MINISTRY RESPONSE TEAM If you’ve contacted one of our ministries and did not receive a response within a couple days, please reach out to our Ministry Response Team at 614.259.5371 or ministry.response@vineyardcolumbus.org. Please include your name, phone number with area code, and the ministry or person that you contacted. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

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Before the people of God crossed the Jordan River into the

grateful for a staff of women and men who have great character,

promised land, the priests walked through the camp telling

who love Jesus, who work diligently, and who have deep callings

everyone to ‘consecrate yourselves today, for tomorrow the

to serve our church community and our city. Please be praying

Lord will do great things among us!’ Consecration simply means

for them!

to ‘set yourself apart for something sacred’. Consecration is a process of preparation because of expectation. It’s the get ready,

Beginning this autumn, we’ll update you more regularly with all

get set before the go!!

things related to transition. Additionally, over the next year Eric

As the story continues at Vineyard Columbus, we’re in that

time to listen to input and feedback from volunteers, and we’ll

kind of season: we’re in a time of preparation, because we have

spend time with folks who are leading in ministries. We talk a lot

expectation that the best is yet to come. And our expectation is

about stories in the Vineyard – and your story is important to us!

based not on what we can accomplish or what we hope might

We want to be intentional about building connections, sharing

come to pass… it’s built on the unchanging character of God. We

stories, and listening to your hopes and dreams for Vineyard

serve a good, loving, and abundant God, a Father who delights

Columbus.

in giving good and perfect gifts to His children. We serve a God who calls us friends, who is closer than a brother, and who loves us with an everlasting love! Our expectations about the future of Vineyard Columbus are rooted in nothing less than the power

& I will begin meeting with lay leaders and members. We’ll take

A N U P DAT E O N CA M PA IG N It’s hard to believe that it’s just been three months since we celebrated Easter together. Vineyard Columbus wholeheartedly

and presence and promise of a good shepherd.

engaged with our all church campaign, The Story Continues, and

Over the past several months, we’ve seen the goodness of God

next three years to the next chapter at VC: new communities,

in multiple ways: in the enthusiasm and faith that’s surrounded

new buildings, new leaders, and new mission! Thank you so much

the announcement of a senior leadership transition, in the

for your kingdom investment.

overwhelming positivity in response to the transparency and openness of our process, and in the absolutely miraculous generosity of this church family as our church committed just over $13 million – 30% more than our goal! – to help us become the faith community that God is calling us to be in Central Ohio and beyond. As we continue to follow the Lord in faith, hope, and love… we

we have seen just over 13 million dollars committed over the

We’re already seeing the fulfillment of pledges. We’ll be updating our congregation quarterly, and for the many who made commitments, you’ll also receive a quarterly giving update that includes your personal progress. Over the next twelve months, our leadership will continue to build and deepen the plans that will bring our campaign vision

wanted to update you on what’s going on ‘behind the scenes’:

to reality. This summer, we’re praying about and beginning to

A N U PDATE ON TH E SR. PASTOR T RANSIT ION .

Lord will call into ministry. This autumn, we’ll be working more

Soon after Eric and I were named Associate Pastors in January,

with our existing campuses and deepening our connections and

we - along with Rich - formed a Transition Team made up of key

processes as we prepare to launch new campuses. We’re already

leaders on our staff. We know how important counsel and input

sending out new missionaries, and we’re considering what sorts

is especially during a season such as this. Over the past several

of new buildings we’ll need to invest in as homes for our campus

months we’ve met regularly to pray, discern, and plan about how

communities all over Columbus. There’s a lot of work to be done,

to best orient our staff community toward our future vision,

and a lot to discern. As we always have, we put our first priority

how to ensure we’re teamed up well so we can serve our leaders,

on the revelation of God! Please pray for the Lord to lead us

volunteers, members and attenders with excellence, and how to

toward His plans and purposes.

plan for all that’s going to come in this next season at Vineyard

plan for the pastors’ residency and pray for the new leaders the

Columbus.

As our story continues, and in the midst of the busyness of life,

Our Transition Team has spent the last couple of months shifting

Christ. As we continue to become the church that God has called

our staff in some ways that will help us serve you better, will

us to be, let’s remember that he is able to do immeasurably more

help us serve our campus communities better, and that will help

than we can ask or imagine! Let’s remember that he’s a God who

us serve our city better. Psalm 78 tells us that David was a leader

draws near to the weary and broken-hearted; who teaches us his

with “integrity of heart and skillful hands.” That is our prayer:

unforced rhythms of grace. Let’s remember that he’s a God who

that our staff would be equipped and empowered to serve with

came into our neighborhood, sought us out, and called us friend.

integrity and skill.

And let’s consecrate ourselves today, for tomorrow... the Lord

Our goal for our church staff is to help create places for folk

let’s remind ourselves that all that we do is in partnership with

will do wonders among us!

in Vineyard to be drawn into the reality of God’s kingdom:

For Christ’s sake,

experiences of service, of healing, of community, of mercy &

Julia & Eric

justice, of mission, of leadership…. And on and on. We are deeply V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Upcoming Class Dates Sunday, July 14 & Sunday, September 15, 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Learn more and register for free childcare at v ineyardcolumbus.org.

Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No preregistration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1-12). Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan

Whether you’ve followed Jesus for a short time or many years, discover practical ways to mature and thrive. We’ll offer ways to read the Bible so that it comes to life, pray with more power, and live a life of holistic stewardship. Teacher: Pastor Scott Engebretson

Get to know and experience the Holy Spirit, sent by God to bring the Kingdom of God and his presence into our lives and the world. You’ll also learn how to follow his lead in praying for healing in people’s lives. Teacher: Pastor Craig Heselton

As followers of Jesus, we are all called to serve. Whether you have been around Vineyard Columbus for a week or years, you’ll find this class helpful in discovering where God wants you to serve and grow. Teacher: Pastor Diane Bauman

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

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Baptism Classes | Youth (Ages 10-18) & Adult Saturdays, July, 20, 27 and August 3, after services

Marriage

Sundays, July 21, 28 and August 4, after services

Journey to Oneness: Married Couples

Baptism Celebrations: Saturday & Sunday, August 10 & 11

Tuesdays, August 6 - 27, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org

Childcare: Childcare is included, ages 1-12, (must register a week in

Children's Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 or

advance)

mike.szlapak@vineyardcolumbus.org

Cost: $25 per couple (includes required reading material and online

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or

relationship inventory)

michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

The Journey to Oneness classes will deepen the friendship

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

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

proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in

encouragement and spiritual & practical applications to bring Jesus

baptism, you must attend one of the required classes.

into the center of your relationship. Following the session, you can

Next Baptisms: Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6

request to meet with a Marriage Coach couple to further enrich

Join A Small Group

your marriage relationship.

Visit: vineyardcolumbus.org/groups

Marriage Enrichment Night

Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org

Friday, July 19, 7-8:30pm, Sawmill Campus

Doing life in community is important. Small groups bring people

Childcare: $5/child or $10/family, ages 1-12, (must register a week

together from different cultures, life stages, and experiences for

in advance)

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

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

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Membership 101

Join us at our Sawmill Campus as we discuss how the areas of sex, sacrificial love & shared spiritual life can lead to a healthy marriage.

Sunday, July 14, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

This seminar will bring encouragement and growth to you as a

Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan

couple, wherever you are in your marriage journey. Please pre-

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

Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1–12).

FAMILIES & MARRIAGE Family Baby Dedication Classes Classes: Saturday & Sunday, November 23 & 24, 7:45pm Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1, 10:45am & 1:15pm Dedications: Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15 Dedication Application Deadline: Sunday, December 1 Contact: Beth Best, beth.best@vineyardcolumbus.org Class attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have

VC Students VC Students | Middle & High School During weekend services at all campuses Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org VC Students is our community of students from across the city seeking to experience God and grow deeper in their faith. See you there!

VC High School | Student Core Application: Pick up an application during high school services

previously attended a class for another child, you do not have to

Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

attend again. Applications are available at the Information Counter

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Student Core is our leadership team where we partner with Christ

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

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

service begins.

join us!

Vineyard Columbus Homeschool Network Contact: Martha, marthahawthorne@gmail.com Our mission is to support and empower families who homeschool their children. We all contribute our unique gifts to benefit and build up one another, and to provide support to children and parents through classes, field trips, and social engagements. Find us on Facebook! V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Here are some of the upcoming events that you should know about.

Before you Begin the Journey: Becoming Relationship Ready Saturday, August 10, 9am-1pm. Cost: $10 per person (includes class materials & online inventory) Rather than assisting you in finding “the one”, this class will equip you to stand firm in your identity in Christ and bring your best self to current and future relationships. You’ll also receive practical information on beginning and navigating healthy dating relationships, including the qualities to look for in a dating partner and how to set healthy relationship boundaries. Open to singles and dating couples.

“People usually come to us when their marriage is in crisis. We want couples to know that we have many resources, relationship coaching, classes, seminars and online tools to aid in the development of their dating, engaged, marriage relationships or parenting responsibilities. ” Said Care Ministries pastor, Dr. Ron Hitchcock. Many people do not seek relationship or parenting advice until they are in a crisis situation, just like avoiding doctor visits unless there is an illness, any of these relationship struggles could have been avoided had people known how to connect with our ministries and resources. Developing relationships skills are important to every couple and each couple should sharpen or develop their communication, conflict resolution, friendship, shared values and shared spiritual life. So, what are these tools and resources and where can I find them? Well, let’s start with the BRAND NEW Family Life Center at our Cooper Road campus. Did you know that we now have a whole room just off our lobby designated for family resources? The Family Life Center has a versatile array of tools that provide help for singles, couples, parents and grandparents they navigate life’s complexities. Stop by for practical ideas to help YOU navigate all of life’s seasons! The Family Life Center will be ready to launch this fall. Family Season Pointers, for example, cover more than two dozen topics providing biblical perspective on common family seasons and challenges. Additionally, there are also advanced resources with ministry descriptions and contacts for each situation. The best intentions are useless without practical ideas to bring faith home.The Family Life Center is located by the south entrance of our Cooper Road campus and is open after services every weekend. The Marriage and Family ministry offers several classes and seminars that have been developed over the years that are designed for all stages and seasons of relationships family life 8

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Journey to Oneness: Committed Dating & Engaged Couples Thursdays, September 5 – October 10, 7-9pm Additional two weeks for stepfamilies on October 17 & 24 (7-9pm) Cost: $20 per person (includes required reading material and online relationship inventory) Open to all couples in committed dating relationships, those considering engagement and engaged couples! Come learn how to have the kind of marriage God intended. Open to all, but required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus. Couples creating a stepfamily will be encouraged to attend the two additional classes--come and get equipped to create a family plan that will prepare both you and your children for success. Marriage Enrichment Night – Sawmill Campus Friday, July 19, 7-8:30pm Childcare: Childcare is $5/child or $10/family, ages 1-12, (must register a week in advance) Join us at our Sawmill Campus as we discuss how the areas of sex, sacrificial love & shared spiritual life can lead to a healthy marriage. This seminar will bring encouragement and growth to you as a couple, wherever you are in your marriage journey. Please pre-register online, as space is limited. Journey to Oneness: Married Couples Tuesdays, August 6 - 27, 7-9pm Childcare: Childcare is included, ages 1-12, (must register a week in advance) Cost: $25 per couple (includes required reading material and online relationship inventory) The Journey to Oneness classes will deepen the friendship and shared values in your marriage. You & your spouse will find encouragement and spiritual & practical applications to bring Jesus into the center of your relationship. Following the session, you can request to meet with a Marriage Coach couple to further enrich your marriage relationship. Have questions about any of the classes or looking for some more guidance? Need more information about a class or event coming up? Contact Mindy Layman at mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org.

VineyardKids

Emotionally Healthy Relationships Workshop

Summer Worship Club (Grades 2-8)

Cooper Road Campus

Wednesdays, July 17–September 11, 6:30-9pm

Saturdays, July 13– August 10, 2:15-4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Childcare: $5/child or $10/ family per class, please register in

Cost: $10 if already have a t-shirt; $20 if t-shirt is needed

advance online at vineyardcolumbus.org

Cost: $17

Contact: Aila Kamau, ailakamau@gmail.com

Registration: Closes July 8

Worship Club helps to shape your child’s talents and gifts to be

Contact: Jenn Guthrie. jenn.guthrie@vineyardcolumbus.org

used in the Kingdom. In this session the children will be preparing

Seeking discipleship that will deeply change your life? If so, please

to help lead worship in the Kidz Quest service for all three services.

join us for the Emotionally Healthy Relationship workshop. You

Classes planned are Voice, Dance, Visual Arts, Keyboards, Guitar,

will learn practical skills to develop mature, loving, deep, God-

and Teaching with Pastor Mike. Sign-up and pay online. On the last

honoring relationships. Since loving God and loving others cannot

weekend Worship Club members will help lead worship in the Kidz

be separated, you will also grow in your personal, first-hand

Quest service in all three services.

relationship with Jesus by incorporating stillness, silence, and

A D U LT M I N I S T R I E S Seniors Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees

Scripture as daily life rhythms. Note: This is a holistic workshop which calls for approx. 3-4 hours per week of reading and meditation outside of class.

Serve with The Salvation Army Every 4th Sunday

1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am

760 Worthington Woods Blvd Worthington, OH 43085

Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com

Childcare: No childcare, but children over 5 are welcome to help

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

serve

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

Contact: Kendra Hill, kendra.j.hill@gmail.com

deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow personally

Join us to prepare and cook food at the Salvation Army kitchen, then

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

head out to serve the homeless and share the love of God around

Singles Ministry Adult Outdoor Field Day Saturday, July 13, 2-6pm, Scioto Audubon Metro Park

the Columbus area. Feel free to bring donations such as socks, toothpaste and brushes, etc. If need be, you can simply drop-off them off. Prepare and cook food: 2-4pm. Serve and share: 4-7:30pm. Join us for one or both.

400 West Whittier St, Columbus, Ohio 43215

Quarterly Group Potluck

Childcare: All games are adult only, but children are welcome to

Thursday, July 11, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

play at the park.

Childcare: $5/child or $10/ family, please register in advance online

Contact: Henry Lee, thenrylee.juiceplus@gmail.com

at vineyardcolumbus.org

Come to Scioto Audubon Metro Park for an afternoon of competition

Contact: Christopher Ledezma,singles@vineyardcolumbus.org

and team-building as we go head-to-head in a triad of sports,

Join us for our quarterly potluck. This is a great time to enjoy a meal,

including ultimate kickball, an obstacle course, and ultimate frisbee!

have some laughs, and meet new friends. There will be food, games,

If you're hungry afterwards, join a small a group of us for a bite

giveaways, and maybe a surprise or two! This event is free, but we

to eat after the games. We will meet by the start of the obstacle

ask everyone to sign-up to bring a dish. If you have children, you may

course. All athletic levels welcome! All games are adults only, but

feed them at the potluck before you take them to childcare.

children are welcome to watch or play at the park.

Before you Begin the Journey: Becoming Relationship Ready

Quarterly Prayer & Worship Mosaic Thursday, August 1, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: $5/child or $10/ family for ages 1-12, please register in

Saturday, August 10, 9am-1pm, Cooper Road Campus

advance online at vineyardcolumbus.org

Cost: $10 per person (includes class materials & online inventory)

Contact: Christopher Ledezma,singles@vineyardcolumbus.org

Join us for a unique experience of worship, praying with and for one

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

another, and fellowship centered on the topic of identity. This is an

Rather than assisting you in finding “the one”, this class will

event that you don’t want to miss!

equip you to stand firm in your identity in Christ and bring your best self to current and future relationships. You’ll also receive practical information on beginning and navigating healthy dating relationships, including the qualities to look for in a dating partner and how to set healthy relationship boundaries. Open to singles and dating couples. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

Vineyard Men

Soul Provider

180 Men’s Recovery Group

Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register in advance)

Friday, July 12, 6:30–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Mondays, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

(childcare & event by Wednesday, July 10)

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

Contact: Myiesha McCrary, myiesha.mccrary@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

to 18 years of age. We meet the second Friday of every month. Please

include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring,

join us for dinner, special kids' programming and a time of spiritual

and healing prayer.

encouragement and renewal.

Authentic Manhood: A Man and His Story

Stay Connected!

Wednesdays, September 18 through October 23, 7-9pm

Cooper Road Campus

happening in Women’s Ministry!

Contact: Nada, nada.attallah@vineyardcolumbus.org Every man’s life tells a ‘’ Story’’. In the pursuit of Authentic Manhood,

Women’s Summer Series | Your God is TOO Small

every man must understand and come to grips with the defining

Wednesdays, July 17 & August 7, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

moments and key relationships that have his unique ‘’story’’. The

Childcare: Ages 1-12 years, $5/child or $10 per family, must register

series provides men with biblical perspectives of their story. It equips

online in advance

them to embrace how their past has affected their present and

prepares them to deal with whatever the future may hold.

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

Men’s Prison Ministry

As followers of Jesus, we ought to know what the Bible teaches us about God (as well as know Him personally). Few of us, however,

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

really know that much about what the Bible says about God, which

opportunities are available. For information, see Prison Ministries

is why we regularly find ourselves overwhelmed and stressed out

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

whenever we face a challenge or crisis. We don’t really grasp the

opportunities to serve at various jails throughout Central Ohio.

strength of His power or the extent of His sovereignty or the riches

VCC Men’s Golf League Summer League: Tuesdays, July 16-September 24, Tee Time: 4:30pm Royal American Links, 3300 Miller-Paul Rd, Galena, OH 43021 Cost: $220 (per league) Contact: John Wilcox, jwilcox891@gmail.com or 614.891.3922 The VCC Men’s Golf League will be teeing off this year at Royal American Golf Course located just south of Galena, OH. Whether you’re a hacker or a scratch golfer, you’re welcome to play. You do not need to be a member of Vineyard Columbus to play in this league.

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

of His grace or the depths of His love. We simply don’t understand how BIG our God really is! This summer, Vineyard Women will be doing a three-part series from the Old Testament as we consider what scripture tells us about the God we follow! Nicole Bromley is our featured speaker for July. Join us for an evening of worship, Bible teaching and prayer followed by a time of food, fun, and fellowship in the lobby! Invite your family, friends, co-workers, neighbors…all are welcome!

Young Adults Breathe | Eyes To See Friday, August 9–Sunday, August 11, Heartland Conference Center Cost: Regular Rate - $99 Online through August 1 Onsite Registration - $125 Register: vctwenty.com/breathe Contacts: Shane Huey, shane.huey@vineyardcolumbus.org

Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com

Breathe is an outdoor festival for young adults. For 3 days, we leave

We will not be meeting in July. We are a group of women from

behind the hustle of the city and gather under the stars to seek

all over the world who meet the first Saturday of every month to

God’s face and experience His presence. Our 4 main sessions are

experience unity in Christ while we honor our unique cultures and

full of Spirit-filled worship, teaching and time to pray for and with

diversity. We share a meal, listen to a brief teaching, discuss and pray

one another. We also have micro sessions on Saturday afternoon

for one another. Please bring a dish to share, but if you are unable to

that allow you to choose topics that matter to you, ask questions,

bring food, come anyway!

wrestle with hard subjects and put action to you faith. Breath is all about community, so not only will you camp together with other young adults, but you’ll have opportunities throughout the weekend to make connections through morning workouts, late night worship sessions, and other pop-up events throughout the day.

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VC Twenty Weekly Gatherings

Servicios de Consulta de Inmigración

Sundays, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus

Las clínicas ambulatorias se ofreceránel primer y tercer miércoles

Childcare: Available

(Fechas: 17 de julio)

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

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

Join us every Sunday evening at our Cooper Road campus for our

Costo: $20.00 (Entrevista y Consulta)

VC Twenty service. VC Twenty is a place for young adults from

Contacto: Trudy Ann Badillo, 614.259.5299 o

Columbus to connect. We’d love for you to come hang out with us at

trudy.badillo@vineyardcolumbus.org

our gathering for a night of worship, teaching, and community.

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provee asistencia

Whether you’re a college student, young professional, or

legal de inmigración en casos de protección humanitaria a personas

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

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

I N T E R N AT I O N A L Immigration Services ICS Walk-in Clinics

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

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm (July 17 only)

privada posterior a la consulta. ICS también provee representación

Vineyard Community Center

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

Contact: Trudy Ann Badillo, 614.259.5299 or

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

trudy.badillo@vineyardcolumbus.org.

obligatorio para brindarle nuestros servicios.

Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake (Intake & Consultation)

Tipo de casos que manejamos actualmente:

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services ("ICS") provides

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

humanitarian-based immigration legal assistance to persons at or

• Procedimientos defensivos de asilo

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

• Visa U

requests from members of the public through our monthly intake

• Otros procesos humanitarios

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

Por favor traiga a la cita los documentos de inmigración relevantes

consultation with an AILA immigration attorney in a timely manner.

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

Attorney referrals may be necessary upon consultation. ICS also

protegidos y confidenciales.

provides legal representation for a limited number of clients per year; representation decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. Intake is the mandatory first step to receiving services.

International Ministries

Types of cases we currently handle:

VC International Teams

• Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA")

For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, visit

• Defensive Asylum

us at vineyardcolumbus.org/international. To contact our team,

• U Visa

email us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

• Other Humanitarian Please bring all relevant immigration documents to the appointment

Vineyard Columbus Missions Prayer Group

or clinic so that we may best serve you. All matters discussed are

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

kept privileged and confidential.

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.

Women In Action, Ohio Hispanic Coalition Tuesdays, 5-7pm, through July 30, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Danalys Castro, danalys.castro@vineyardcolumbus.org We talk about how we can help victims of domestic violence with all of their needs. We help them to rebuild their self-esteem. We talk about how to help children when there are divorces involved. In the second hour, we discuss crafts, crochet, gardening, jewelry making, and many other things.

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Mujeres en Acción, Ohio Hispanic Coalition

Retirement Planning Workshop

Todos los martes a partir del 21 de enero hasta el 30 de Julio del

Saturday, July 27 & August 3, 9am-3pm, Cooper Road Campus

2019 a las 5–7pm, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: Danalys Castro, danalys.castro@vineyardcolumbus.org

events

El Grupo es Mujeres en Acción, y hablamos sobre cómo podemos

Cost: $42 per person or $79 per couple

ayudar a las víctimas de Violencia Domestica en todas sus

Please join us for a unique Christian-focused retirement planning

necesidades, Ayudamos a reconstruir su autoestima, Platicamos

workshop that will focus not only on money goals, and spiritual

como no afectar a los niños cuando hay divorcios y en la segunda

aspects of planning, but also how you will spend your time and

hora hacemos Manualidades, Tejido, Jardinería, Joyería, y muchas

your life! This is a very thorough retirement planning class, and

cosas más.

you will learn much on how to prepare for the next phase of

HELP & WELLNESS

life. We are excited to welcome Art and Crystal Prunier, who have been presenting effective workshops that have been wellreceived by audiences in Ohio, Michigan and Florida! Don’t miss

Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team

this unique opportunity! There is no childcare, seating is limited

Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239

and pre-registration IS REQUIRED by July 23. There will be no late

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

registrations, or the day of and no walk-ins. The cost is $42 per

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

person or $79 per couple, to cover your workbook, lunches and

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

refreshments for both days.

Funeral Needs

Health

Contact: 614.259.5372 If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and need funeral and

Lower Lights Christian Health Center

pastoral care services, please call us.

6000 Cooper Road:

Financial Stewardship Ministry Designing Your Legacy | Estate Planning Workshop Saturday, July 20, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry/ events Contact: Kent Irwin, Kent.Irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org Learn how to pass on your estate at death. Understand how to obtain a good estate plan and get documents done at no cost to you. Seminar is informational, with one-on-one private meetings scheduled in June with estate planners. No childcare will be provided.

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

• Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 8am–5pm • Tuesdays, 8am-3pm • 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 income. However, all patients are seen regardless of ability to pay. Services offered include prenatal care, immunizations, well–child checkups, physicals, routine care, and chronic disease management.

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 la clínica latina al 614.293.9906. • Medical Clinic Cooper Road: Every Tuesday evening Walk in, first come, first served. Sign-in begins at 4pm. Patient visits begin at 6pm. We provide diagnosis and treatment of 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.

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• Dental Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only)

Support for Life

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

180 Men’s Recovery Group

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

Mondays, 7-9pm

cleanings. (No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics, or

Category: Addictions

dentures).

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

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

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness. This ministry is open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring,

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

and healing prayer.

qualify.

All Things New

• Chiropractic Clinic

Beginning Thursday, August 29, 7-9pm (8 weeks)

Cooper Road (appointment only)

Sawmill Road Campus

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

Category: Healing

614.259.5428.

Contact: Joyce, Joyce.Stewart@vineyardcolumbus.org

We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain

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

involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.

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

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

women with past sexual abuse to share their stories and receive further healing. We will go through Nicole Bromley’s book HUSH and SOAR workbook. Registration and books for a nominal fee are required for participation. Pre-registration is required.

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

Celebrate Recovery

Candidate Interns who can offer $20/sessions, with experience in

Fridays, 6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

seeing children, teens, adults, and married couples.

Category: Addictions & Healing

Internship Opportunity Contact: Yolanda Zellars, counselingcenter@vineyardcolumbus.org The Vineyard Counseling Center is currently seeking two Master’s level social work and/or counseling interns for 2019 (Spring/ Summer/Fall). Interns must be available to commit to 15-20 hours per week providing clinical support to clients seeking counseling through the Center. Interns are also responsible for providing administrative support and attending professional staff meetings weekly. Our professional counselors offer guidance for individuals and families as they journey towards wholeness and healthy relationship with God and others. Interested parties should email

Childcare: not available Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org or Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineayrdcolumbus.org Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery fellowship for those desiring to heal from any addictive, compulsive, or destructive behavior —“hurts (like abuse or divorce), habits (like addictions to drugs, alcohol, or pornography), or hang-ups (like anger, co-dependency, or pride).” Here you will find a safe place to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused on Christ-centered recovery. Meetings include worship, teaching, sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s love and power!

their resume to Intake Coordinator, Yolanda Zellars.This opportunity

Circle Fellowship/Generous Spaces

will remain open until filled.

Thursdays, 6:30-9PM, Cooper Road Campus

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

Category: Relationships Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com A gathering where those who desire to see reconciliation between the LGBT+ community and the church can gather for fellowship and a meal. Offering a safe environment to share life together while building trust and understanding. Contact Linda at circle.of.ministry@gmail.com for meeting date and time.

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his past April, our Transitions ministry served its 1000th referral, reaching this milestone in a mere three years. The

ministry served its first referral on April 16, 2016 and it’s 1,000th referral on April 19th of this year! A total of 1013 people have been served as of the end of April 2019 W H AT IS TR A NS ITIONS MINIST RY?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8

In 2016, and in a continued effort to be “a best friend to the city”, Vineyard Columbus took to the community and its leaders to find where it could be of help to the people of Central Ohio. Where could the church fill a current need. Overwhelmingly, the response was regarding a lack of any sort of home goods “bank” that can insure that people’s experience of moving from homelessness to housing is a positive one. Starting with “The Good Life” campaign, the church set

An amazing aspect of this ministry is our core team of volunteers that has been with us since the first collection of donations back in 2016 and have been serving faithfully week after week since then. Stephani Price and Jill Zins have served those receiving items on

out to establish a ministry that helps people moving from

Fridays (referral shopping and delivery day) since the first week

homelessness or crisis living situations to get basic household

of the ministry’s establishment. Stacie and Mike Barstow have

items needed to start their life in their new home. For the next

worked behind the scenes doing inventory and restocking since

three campaigns, the giving component focused on donating

the very first donation came in.

items and funds to stock the shelves of the ministrie’s “store”. In the three years of its existence, the home goods bank has collected and distributed more than $300,000 in items. What are “home goods” you ask? They are essential items needed to make a home - things like: towels, cups, silverware, dishes,

They’ve been joined by many other faithful volunteers since then, and continue to receive donations from our generous congregation. “Fridays are a special day for the Transitions Ministry. It’s the day

cooking utensils, pots and pans, bedding, pillows, and blankets.

we make appointments for people moving from homelessness

This could also include hygiene items like toothpaste, soap,

to housing to come and get the items which make their house or

shampoo, toothbrushes, and much more.

apartment a home. They can’t believe we are giving them new

Currently, our Transitions ministry works with, and receives

items! Some cry and hug us, all are so very grateful! We have

referrals from, 51 local agencies such as, CRIS (Community

the opportunity to pray with those who personally come and

Refugee and Immigration Services ), US Together ( a refugee

shop, each person receives a folder with additional resources

agency), Kindway, Veterans Administration, Volunteers of

and connections both here in the church and community center.”

America - Veterans and Families First, and many more in

Says Pastor Diane Bauman who heads up the Transitions ministry.

providing these FREE basic home goods for vulnerable people transitioning to housing. These agencies work with homeless families, those freed from human trafficking or fleeing domestic violence, men and women re-entering society after

WH AT CA N I D O ? While this is a great milestone, the Transitions ministry strives to continue to reach those in need. Please consider donating and of

incarceration, resettled refugees and homeless veterans.

the following items to Transitions ministry.

When the ministry receives a referral, an appointment is set for

• Twin Sheets and Blankets*

the person who is referred and their case worker to come to our

• Pillows*

Cooper Road campus and “shop” for what they need. While some

• Sets of Dishes

need full setups to get their space started, others may need just

• Can Openers

a few essentials to complete what they already have. Setting

• Shampoo

an appointment time also allows volunteers to pray for those

• Bar soap

coming in to pick-up or shop for needed items.

• Toothpaste

The diversity in those who have been helped by this ministry

* Items must be NEW

speaks volumes of what is currently the only home goods bank in Central ohio. • Veterans – 159 • Refugees – 264 • Leaving prison – 116

All items can be brought to the ministry center at the Cooper Road Campus, anytime the building is open, and placed in the Transitions and Value Life drop off area inside the lobby (not the outside wire baskets)

• Domestic Violence – 48

You can also consider volunteering your to help stock, inventory,

• Human Traffic Victims – 12

shop and, of course, pray for people who are coming through this

• Other reason – 414

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Circle of Grace Group

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Materials

3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm

Category: Healing and Relationships

Category: Relationships

Cost: $30 for EHS course materials (book, workbook & devotional)

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

Contact/Register: Debbie, debra.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Do you yearn to be emotionally alive? Support for Life recommends

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

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, a plan for discipleship which can

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

deeply change your relationship with God. The Emotionally Healthy

environment. Discussions are focused around books, videos, and

Spirituality course directly addresses the reality that emotional

other resources.

maturity and spiritual maturity are inseparable. It is not possible to

Circle of Hope Group Category: Relationships Contact/Register: Sue, movingonwithJesus@gmail.com A confidential group for women with unwanted same sex attraction (SSA). Our discussions focus on topics presented via video as well as personal experience. The goal is to discover how God is working in our lives, engage Him in the process, and offer prayer and support to each other. Please contact Sue for more information.

Circle of Love Group 1st Monday of the month, 7-9pm Category: Relationships Contact: Linda Parker, circle.of.ministry@gmail.com This confidential group meets to offer hope, support, prayers, and resources to those affected by same-sex attraction. This group i s primarily for parents and friends of people with same-sex attraction but is also open to those who experience it. In an environment of grace and truth, we seek to share experiences and help all to love each other well. Please contact Linda Parker to confirm meeting date.

DivorceCare for Men Thursdays beginning August 22, 7-9pm (13 weeks) Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing and Loss Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Dave, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org DivorceCare is a friendly and caring group of men who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This 13-week support group is for men who are separated and divorced and it can be joined at any time.

Divorce Care for Women Beginning June 12, 7-9pm (13 weeks), Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing and Loss Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Susan, smbwaters@gmail.com DivorceCare is a friendly and caring group of women who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This 13-week support group is for women who are separated or divorced and it can be joined at any time.

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be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Learn through eight powerful life changing sessions how incorporate daily life rhythms that lead us to a healthier relationship with Jesus and with others. If you’re small group is interested in this course, you can sign up to borrow the DVD sets. The additional materials (book, workbook and devotional) are available at the bookstore to purchase.

Families of Addicted Loved Ones 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm Category: Addictions & Relationship Cost: $10 for workbook Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 to 12; must pre–register) Contact: Melinda or Larry, VineyardFALO@gmail.com This group is designed to bring education, hope, support, and prayer to friends and family members of addicts. If someone you love is suffering from any type of addiction, please join us. It’s okay to get the help YOU need while we pray they are willing to get the help that THEY need!

Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past Runs twice/year on Wednesday nights Beginning September 4, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing and Relationships Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 and up; must pre–register) Contact: Brenda Bixler, BBixler313@gmail.com Cost: $15 for materials (The Invisible Bond by Barbara Wilson, required reading prior to the study) This study provides forgiveness, freedom, healing and hope to those who've been wounded by their sexual past, whether through choices of their own or choices others have forced upon them. Discover the truth about sexual bonding, how it impacts us and can continue to impact our current and future relationships. Learn to reverse the lies we've ingrained and replace them with God's truth. You must register by Tuesday, August 20.

Grace//Truth 1.0 Beginning Sept 7, 9am-12pm, Cooper Road Campus (5 weeks)

Hearts Restored Support Group: Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

Cost: $8 (includes book and materials)

Tuesdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

Category: Healing and Relationships

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

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

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

Hearts Restored Support Group is a faith-based outreach where

avoid, a theologically faithful view of marriage and sexuality, and

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

practical guidance on how to embody the love of Christ toward

who understand the devastating effects of sexual betrayal. We

sexual and gender minorities. This group is open for anyone who has

are engaged, married, separated and divorced women who do not

taken Membership 101.

judge each other but rather embrace that we are all on a similar

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 1st Tuesday of every month, except January, July, and September, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus Category: Relationships 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

journey with a common goal. Support is a huge part of our recovery. We have seen God do amazing thing in our lives, bringing healing and restoration. We are here to help you as others have helped us. This group is for and about YOU, not your spouse or partner. Sexual betrayal, whether it be pornography, emotional or extramarital affair(s), is traumatic and disorienting. Come let us reassure you that it is not your fault, that you will make it through this and that there is hope. We will share/discuss topics on some of the core areas for healing such as anger, identity, disclosure, setting boundaries, detachment, triggers, self-care, his repentance, forgiveness,

relevant topics.

and trust.

GriefShare

Hungry

Beginning August 28, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus (13 weeks)

Tuesdays Beginning September 10, for nine weeks, 7-9pm

Category: Healing and Loss

Cooper Rd Campus

Cost: $15 for workbook

Category: Healing, Addictions

Contact: Chuck Clark, benaiah2.0@gmail.com or

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

Vera, abtutu8746@gmail.com

This is an nine-week closed support group offering hope, healing,

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

encouragement, and accountability for women who want to be

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

more hungry for God and less dependent on food (compulsive or

don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This 13-week

emotional eating) or dieting (obsession with weight or exercise) to

co-ed discussion/support group is for those grieving the death of a

meet emotional needs. Meetings will include a short teaching, group

loved one and can be joined at any time.

discussion, and prayer. There is no cost, but space is limited, so pre

Hearts Restored 8-Week Class

registration is requested.

Beginning Tuesday, September 3 through October 22, 7- 9pm

Integrity for Women

Cooper Road Campus

Beginning Thursday, September 12 for nine weeks, 7:15-9pm

Category: Healing and Relationships

Cooper Road Campus

Contact: HeartsRestoredVC@gmail.com

Category: Healing, Relationships, and Addictions

The experience of sexual betrayal is traumatic and disorienting.

Contact: integrity.women@hotmail.com

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

This group is for women who desire healing for sexual brokenness

testimonies from women who have seen God work powerfully in

while finding freedom from addiction, shame, and rejection. Pre-

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

registration is required. This group is cyclical and no new participants

are foundational to God-led recovery including an overview of what

after the first class.

true recovery looks like, the effects of trauma, establishing safety, self-care, building a support system, setting boundaries, detaching, accountability, managing triggers, finding hope and planning for the future. The workbook “Journey to Healing and Joy” will be used, and there will be weekly homework assignments. To help facilitate safety and community the class will be closed to new participants after the first session. Pre-Registration is required.

H.E.A.R.T | Post Abortion Support Category: Healing Contact: Liz Gee, liz.gee@vineyardcolumbus.org A 7-week support group for women who have suffered the trauma of abortion. Many women have found hope and healing through this group. Please contact Liz for details.

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Life Support Mentoring

Not Alone: Healing from Sexual Abuse for Men

Cooper Road Campus

Category: Healing

Application: vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Chris at cw4prc@gmail.com

Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org

Beginning date: TBD, please contact Chris for more information

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

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

sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive further healing.

application or contact Support for Life.

Together we will work through issues like shame, fear, and anxiety

Our volunteer Life Support Mentors come alongside people in

and discover the power of Jesus to help us overcome. You are not

difficult seasons or situations to minister insight, healing, and

alone. Participation is closed after the first week. Registration is

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

required for participation.

on a short-term basis. They provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. Interested in becoming a Life Support Mentor? See p. 26.

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

Life’s Healing Choices

Contact: Angela Fontanini, 614.943.4588 or

Beginning July 10, 7-9pm, Sawmill Campus (8 weeks)

one-minded@outlook.com

Category: Healing, Relationships

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

Cost: $15 for book and workbook

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

Contact: Katie, katie.dix@vineyardcolumbus.org

addiction. The meeting format consists of relevant resources or

This class offers freedom from your hurts, habits and hang-ups

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

through eight healing choices that promise true happiness and

the closed-group, One-minded In Christ.

life transformation. Using the Beatitudes of Jesus as a foundation, pastors Rick Warren and John Baker of Saddleback Church developed the eight choices shared in this book. Regardless of what you are struggling with—whether it's emotional, financial, relational, spiritual or sexual—the principles that lead to happiness and healing are always the same, and the choice is always yours. Registration is required and space is limited. Please contact Katie to register.

Rebuild & Restore Category: Healing Beginning Thursdays, May 9-June 27, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Angel at self.knight1@outlook.com "The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life." John 10:10 (NLT) Often, we recognize there is something broken, dead or lost in our

Loving Someone with Mental Illness

lives, but can't see down to the foundation to understand what or

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

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

Category: Relationships

life Scripture speaks of. In this 9 week class, we will partner with

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

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

614.439.8475

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

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

given, and begin to employ them to rebuild and restore the life Jesus

illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline

came to give. This group is closed after the second week, and space

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

is limited.

discussion, and prayer.

Redefining Christ

MOM: Moms of the Military

Tuesdays, 6-8pm (8 weeks)

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7-9pm

Next session begins Tuesday, September 3

Category: Healing

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

Contact: Gina Harding at redefiningchrist@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

support each other as our loved ones serve our country.

debate group. Our purpose is to support these women and men and come alongside them. Our goal is to springboard into a praying small group for further discipleship. No participants may join after the first class has begun, and pre-registration is required. Each meeting will include worship and teaching, but the main focus will be on sharing and prayer. Please contact Gina for more info and to register.

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Roots (Men) Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, Vineyard Community Center

Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in Your Marriage

Category: Addiction

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

Contact: Tom, brankamp@aol.com or Support for Life, 614.259.5289

Category: Relationships

or supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

pre–register)

addictions such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, work, or anything

Contact: Laurel, jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614.886.1749

else that keeps you from experiencing the abundant life God wants

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Understanding Life and Conflict God's Way Update

Roots (Women)

Begins Wednesday, September 4 for 10 weeks, 7-9pm

Mondays, 4-5:30pm, 5th Ave. Food Pantry

Cooper Road Campus

181 E 5th Ave, Columbus, 43201

Category: Relationships

Category: Addiction

Contact: Walt at wpoupart@gmail.com

Contact: SupportGroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or call at

Life and conflict go hand in hand; it's woven into the human fabric

614.259.5472

of each individual. Yet, many do not understand the dynamics of life

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

and conflict from a biblical point of view as they live life with their

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

spouse, family, and interact daily with people. Where does conflict

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

in life come from, and how can we resolve conflict so as we can live

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

in peace with God, ourselves, and others? Come and equip yourself

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

biblically in understanding how to live life as we look into what God

Sister Sister

has to say about these basic yet misunderstood issues of life.

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm

With God’s Grace & Dignity

Category: Healing

2nd Wednesday of the month, April–October, 7-9pm

Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com

Online Support Group

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

Contact: Francine for online invite fknapp4590@aol.com

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

Category: Healing

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

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

worshiping, and prayer.

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

Sisters of Sarah 1st Thursdays, 7:15-9:15pm Category: Loss Contact: Melissa, meladams617@gmail.com, 614.353.1792 or Jeannine, jmanderson30@gmail.com, 614.578.7094 Sisters of Sarah is a hope and support group for women facing

of other autoimmune diseases. What you are going through is real, and is often misunderstood by friends, family members, and even doctors! Come and join us as we share resources, discuss scriptural topics for encouragement, and support and pray for each other.

Vineyard Community Center

the hardship of primary or secondary infertility. We have a time of

Vineyard Job Club

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

Tuesdays, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center

Still Waters: Peace for Caregivers 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, beginning September 16, 6:30-8:30pm, East Campus Category: Healing and Relationships Contact: Dixie Vargo, still.waters.dixie@gmail.com or 614.531.6663 The life of a person caring for a loved one who is old, sick or dying is often stressful and sometimes chaotic. We can often feel alone and inept to the task put upon us. We may struggle to find time for God, ourselves, and meaningful relationships. Come away, weary one, and

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.

find light, hope, peace and loving companionship.

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SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT 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 people who meet monthly for 12 months and whose members are committed to intentionally deepening their lives with Jesus in the process of spiritual formation. 12-for-12 groups are designed for people who regularly lead or serve in the church, and who want to build spiritual ballast into their lives in keeping with the ways they are giving themselves away – groups are designed not to interfere with existing commitments. *Group membership is by application only*

Sunday, August, 25, 2:30-4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5/child or $10/family Registration: Required for childcare only by Friday, August 23, at vineyardcolumbus.org Do you want to see God heal others? This class will explore New Testament healings and encourage you with stories of healing today. You will receive practical training and inspiration to pray for physical healing at church, work, school, or the community

Meeting God 305 Wednesday, August 7, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5/child or $10/family Registration: Required for childcare only by Tuesday, August 6, at

Deaf Ministry Events

vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of God and freedom for the

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

captives, creating conflict with the present evil age. This class will

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

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

The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted

free from the powers of darkness.

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

Open Prayer for Healing Sessions

Holy Spirit Encounter

Saturdays, July 6, 13, 20, & 27, 9-11am, Cooper Road Campus

Wednesday, July 20, 7-8:30 pm, Cooper Road, Chapel

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

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

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

Registration: Only required for childcare (please register online by

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

Tuesday, July 19)

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

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

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

Join us for Encounter. Encounter is a time of worship, prayer and

for you.

seeking more of the Holy Spirit together. Pastor Scott Engebretsen will be leading our Encounter for July. Come expecting to encounter the Holy Spirit!

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

Meeting God 301: Power Healing and Evangelism Sunday, July 14, 2:30-4:30 pm, Cooper Road Campus Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare only) by Friday, July 12 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.

Meeting God 303: Power Healing and Evangelism

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

Art Ministry 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.

Vineyard Artist Community Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

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

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

people’s lives.

ministry, please contact Holly Messerall for more information.

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Campuses LANE AVENUE CAMPUS

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

LA VIÑA CAMPUS

La Viña | Service Sundays, 11:30am, in the Chapel, Cooper Road Campus 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 Christ. You are welcome as you are!

La Viña | Servicio en Español Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel), Cooper Road Campus Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.259.5254 o irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

GIVING

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. An extended worship night, and encounter with the Holy Spirit through worship, prophetic words, and ministry time.

SAWMILL CAMPUS

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

If you’ve committed to giving in this campaign, but you haven’t started giving yet, please go to thestoryvc.org to set up your campaign contribution online. You can get more information about our campaign, including giving updates and target progress at thestoryvc.org.

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Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer Series Saturday, July 20 & August 17, 8:30-10am, Sawmill Campus Contact: Myra Gaiters @ myra.gaiters@vineyardcolumbus.org In Romans 8:37 we are called to be more than conquerors. Throughout the summer, men will be gathering at Sawmill Campus for a series on how to conquer and thrive in three areas of life: overcoming isolation, conquering sexual desire, and overcoming fear. Come join us on July 20 and August 17 from 8:30am to 10am. Breakfast will be served along with a brief message and group discussions. No childcare will be available.

Community Life Midpoint | Onsite Small Group Thursdays, July 11 through August 22, 6:30-8:30pm Cooper Road Campus Childcare: $5/child and $10/family (must register online) Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/midpoint Contact: Adrienne Ash, smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org If you want to participate in our campaign, and would prefer a group that meets at the church rather than in a home, then Midpoint is the place for you! Each gathering will consist of The Story Continues video teaching, table discussion, fellowship, and prayer. There will be tables designated for Singles Ministry as well as other interests. Childcare is limited and registration for childcare is required at vineyardcolumbus.org. Next session will begin July 11.

VOLUNTEER & SERVE If you are not sure where to serve, or want to explore other opportunities, check out the list of volunteer opportunities at vineyardcolumbus.org/volunteer, or stop by the Ministry Counter in the Main Lobby at our Cooper Road Campus. Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

Bookstore & Library Audio Master Volunteer Opportunities Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org We are seeking a volunteer to curate the cassette master tapes from the past 30 years. The schedule for this volunteer opportunity is flexible.

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!

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Bookstore Volunteer Opportunities

PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

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

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

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 the 20 minutes after the service you attend • Cooper Road Library volunteer: Volunteer once a week restocking

Help inmates grow into disciples of Christ. To join us serving those in prison, contact Diane Weiant.

Training for Prison Basics Saturday, July 13, 9am-12pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact/Register: Diane, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org

books, contacting those who have overdue books and adding new

This training is the first step in a basic understanding of the culture,

inventory.

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

• Volunteer with Printing: We have bought a direct to garment

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

printer to help promote Christ and our Church. If you would like to

area of ministry, please contact Diane Weiant for more information

help with garment choices, garment printing and displaying.

or to register.

Career

New Prison Class! If you have completed at least one of the

Career Ministry Volunteers

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality or Emotionally Healthy Relationship,

Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org The Career Ministry needs new volunteers to serve in different roles like: job coach, career expert, administrator, database manager, networking pro, workplace navigator, and liaison between searchers and job providers.

Communications

following Support for Life classes: Emotional Healthy Women, would you be willing to help incarcerated women begin the path to emotional health? There is a need for women of faith to co-facilitate and/or facilitate these classes at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville. Prison Basics Training is required and is scheduled for July 13th.

WOMEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org

Volunteer with Communications

There are different ministry opportunities for women to serve at the

Contact: vineyard.communication@vineyardcolumbus.org

Ohio reformatory for Women, Franklin Medical Center-Zone A and

Our Communications department is looking for talented creatives

the Franklin County Jail.

that would like to use their talents to reach our church community. If you are passionate about story-telling, we’d love to meet you. If you’re interested, please contact us using the email above.

Community Life

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project: Volunteers at Franklin County Jail, Franklin County Medical Center, and The Ohio Reformatory for Women Days and times vary (2 hours every other month)

Alpha Leader Training

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

614.259.5348

Alpha counter.

Volunteers record incarcerated parents reading to their children,

Are you interested in serving with our Alpha team for one of our

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

upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information

AMSB wrapping group meets every 3rd Monday at the church from

and to register!

6-8pm. Training is available.

Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs

Franklin Medical Center Parenting Class Volunteers

Visit: vcsmallgroups.org

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

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

614.259.5348

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

We would like to offer more parenting classes for pregnant

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

moms at the Franklin Medical Center, the prison hospital and Ohio

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

Reformatory for Women. We provide class material and required

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

trainings.

have questions, write us at smallgroups@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. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES We minister to men during worship services at multiple facilities. Volunteer with worship, prayer team, or help at the service. Delaware County Jail: 1–2 Saturdays/month, 10–11:30am Franklin County Jail: 3rd Saturdays, 8–10:30am Jackson Pike: 3rd Saturdays, 6:45–8:45pm Contact: Scott Osborn, 740.244.6528 or thescottrock@hotmail.com

FOOD PANTRY OPPORTUNITIES

• Check-in Volunteers Saturdays (two per month), 8am-12pm 5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue Contact: Chris Blosser, cblosser4@att.net Could you help out twice a month checking in people at our downtown 5th Ave. pantry? If so, we would love your help! Please email Chris Blosser, our pantry manager, and talk with him about this opportunity to serve. • Licensed Barbers and Cosmetologists Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

Our church has two food pantries that serve the community of

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Columbus. Please contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

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

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org, for important information

hours at our pantry locations on Saturday mornings and licensed

about each location before serving. Children ages 7+ are welcome

cosmetologists to volunteer services at our Northside pantry.

with parents.

• Pantry Drivers & Donation Pick-up Helpers

Opportunities to Serve:

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

• 5th Avenue Food Pantry

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

181 East 5th Avenue

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

Saturdays Only

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

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

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

9:30-11:30am.

Wednesdays and Thursdays. Approximate time commitment is 4

Small groups of 10-15 need to be scheduled to serve at this pantry.

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

Carpool if possible, parking is limited.

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

• Northside Food Pantry

too, usually on Fridays.

4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturdays Only

HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

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

Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach

9:30-11:30am.

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

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

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

parking available for guests around and behind the building. Small

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

groups do not need to schedule at this location but please Rhodie

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

Shreve for an info sheet.

small group or individually. Groups must be scheduled through Diane

• Kitchen Anchor Adult Volunteers

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

Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue

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

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

cost. Just email for details!

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

YWCA Family Shelter Breakfast 900 Harvey Court, Columbus, OH 43219 2nd Saturdays of the month, 6:30-9:30am Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Mondays, 6pm

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

5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

Great outreach for the kids too!

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

OHIO BENEFIT BANK OPPORTUNITIES

We are looking for small groups and families to plan, prepare and

Saturday mornings, 8-11am, 4664 Cleveland Avenue

serve a hot meal at our weekly church service at the 5th Avenue

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

Food Pantry. Please contact Jenney Rice for more details and to

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

Help connect low and moderate-income Ohioans with free tax preparation and access to potential public benefits and work supports. We are always looking for volunteer counselors and training is provided. Contact Diane to make an appointment to meet with a counselor or be trained.

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VINEYARD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY GARDEN Contact: vccgarden@cybercalvin.com 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.

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

Deaf Ministry Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and

Outreach & Connect Care Caller Ministry Contact: Denise Birkhoff, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5313 We need your help! If you’d like a behind the scenes ministry you 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.

Security Ministry Medical Response Team Contact: Jason Pierce, jp6797@gmail.com or 614.625.6216 We are looking for volunteers to help with medical emergencies that occur during our weekend services. If you’re a doctor or nurse with hospital or ER experience, or an EMT (Basic or Paramedic) and are interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.

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

Special Needs

Early Childhood

Bridge Builders

Early Childhood Worship Ministry Contact: Pam White, pam.white@vineyardcolumbus.org Share your love for Jesus with children through music! Our Early Childhood ministry is in need of musicians to lead children in worship once a month during our weekend services.

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 Video, Audio, & Lighting Support Contact: media.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org We’re looking for passionate, quick–thinking people who value quality to support the sights and sounds of the weekend service. If you love to use technology to help people encounter God, contact us to start making a difference in your church.

Contact: christy2311@att.net (children/middle schoolers) Contact: Amanda Fessehazion, specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org (teens/adults) Befriend a child, teen, or adult with special needs who wants to be part of our church community.

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

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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Support for Life Advanced Caring for People One-on-One Training Begins Wednesday, September 18 through October 9, 10am-12pm Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org

This 4-session class is for potential Life Support Mentors who have already filled out an application form to become a mentor. The class, taught by Pastor Lorie Kaufman Rees, is experiential in nature and walks participants through various biblical tools and techniques to utilize with people within the mentoring session to facilitate healing and meeting with God. The training also has a personal growth component with excerpted readings and small group discussions. You do NOT have to take Caring for People One-on-One prior to taking this training.

Become a Life Support Mentor Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org We're looking to train leaders to meet one on one with individuals on a short term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. If you've

VC International Teams & Ministries English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers Contact: international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org We are seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas for or Summer ESL classes (September 3 - May 15): Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 10–11:30am (Cooper) Tuesdays, 7pm–9pm (Sawmill and Cooper) • Greeters: Our ESL students are eager to interact with people who enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words as they enter the classroom. • Teachers: If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime and evening ESL classes. Fridays, 9-10am Contact: John Olver, johnolver.vc@gmail.com • Conversation Table Leader: We have a vibrant ESL program and are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation Table Leaders.

benefited from the support and healing during a difficult life season

International Communion Scripture Readers

or situation that has resulted in growth and freedom, you may wish

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

to help others by providing similar one-on-one support.

614.259.5369

Become a Support for Life Group Leader Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5472 Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking to train leaders to create groups that offer a safe environment for those who are struggling to experience the love

We’re looking for more Communion Scripture readers to help at one of the weekend services on the 2nd weekend of each month by reading Scripture in their native language. If you are interested in celebrating the many different cultures represented here at Vineyard Columbus through reading in your native language and sharing your country of origin, please contact Jackie for more information.

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

International Friendships (IFI)

support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that

Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or

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

burchettjes@gmail.com

group related to the same issue.

International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus to

We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:

promote friendships and show hospitality to international students

• Parents of children/teens on the autism spectrum

at OSU.

• Female or male victims of domestic violence • Caretakers of the elderly or those with a disability • DivorceCare for Men

• 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 Contact: Estera Pirosca, e.pirosca@ifiusa.org Visit: ifipartners.org/interns.php#give (financial donations) IFI would like to place interns (20 hours/week) in the chemical industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media, and marketing.

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• 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!

Refugee Ministry Opportunities • Drop-in Center Wednesdays, 3-5pm Contact: Carli Snyder, carli.snyder@vineyardcolumbus.org This drop-in center is located at our Vineyard ministry apartment. On a typical day volunteers will be making phone calls (contacting doctors/schools/utility companies/etc.), reading mail, doing research on the computer, and helping refugee families navigate tasks related to daily life and our government systems. Volunteers need to be flexible, able to multi-task, and have basic computer skills. Contact Carli Snyder for more details. • Tutoring Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm Contact: Andrea Tawney, andrea.tawney.vc@gmail.com We’re looking for committed volunteers to tutor refugee and immigrant children on a weekly basis for the Winter school semester. Come join the fun! Volunteers are required to complete an application, attend a training, and consent to a background check. Please contact Andrea Tawney for more information and a volunteer application.

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

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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!

Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School Monday-Friday, 3-6pm, September-April Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for volunteers who are willing to help our middle and high schoolers with academics. But more importantly, we are looking for volunteers willing to spend time with our students. Volunteering with our program is a great opportunity for mentorship. We would love to have you on our team.

VCC Summer Volunteers Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm, June/July Contact: lizz.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for volunteers for our summer program for our elementary and middle school aged children. We are looking for

Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or

helpers who will assist our facilitators with tasks in the classroom

jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org

during the summer or volunteers with specific passions who would

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

like to partner with our facilitators in teaching our children new and

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

exciting things.

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

VineyardKids

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

Be an AWANA Leader!

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse

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

practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team

Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room

members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).

Application: Pick up an application from the children’s info desk or

Volunteers for Assisting Dance & Gymnastic Instructor Needed

the Kidz Quest welcome center Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 We are accepting applications for people who desire to invest in our

Vineyard Community Center

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

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

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

The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to

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

volunteer and serve in supporting our instructors. Previous

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

experience with dance and/or gymnastics is appreciated. If you are interested, please contact Kathy Miller at kathy.miller0806@gmail.

Kids’ Worship: Campus Volunteer Recruitment

com.

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

Volunteer with After-School Program: K-5

Each campus handles kids’ worship differently and needs people who want to help kids connect to God through the worship arts. No

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

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

Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

you in a rotation.

We are looking for volunteers for our after school program for our elementary aged children. We are looking for helpers, who will assist

Kidz Quest Leaders

our facilitators with tasks in the classrooms once a week throughout

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

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

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

minutes with a specific child every week, reading together and

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

building relationships. We are also looking for homework helpers to

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

assist children with homework.

with kids more often to learn to be like them? We have opportunities this summer and also starting in September.

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

Worship Arts 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.

Aunt Mary’s Story Book Project: Donations (Prison Ministries) Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org Our women’s prison ministry offers a program to incarcerated moms that enables them to record themselves reading a book to their children. We wrap the CD and book to send to the children. We accept donations of new children's books. Drop off in bins at entrances and label “Aunt Mary’s.”

Automobile Donations Contact: Mandi, 614.259.5384 Donations of all kinds of cars are accepted, and we provide a receipt for tax purposes. Well-maintained cars or small/mediumsized SUVs are provided to a person or family. High mileage cars are okay in fairly good condition. We sell cars in poor condition and

Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus

use the funds for this ministry.

Contact: worship.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org

Dance & Gymnastics Clothes & Shoes

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.

Vineyard Community Center, Hospitality Desk Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to donate

Other Opportunities

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

Car Ministry

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

Contact: Jeff, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org Do you work in the auto industry doing mechanical or auto body work? If so, we are looking to develop a car ministry and would love

In addition, tap, ballet, and jazz shoes are appreciated. Sizes donation! Please drop off at the Vineyard Community Center – Hospitality Desk (Labeled: Kathy Miller)

for you to participate!

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

Baker’s Delight

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

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

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

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

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

the food pantry, Membership 101, single moms, women’s ministry

prison ministry.

events, LaVina, children’s volunteers, nursing homes, and others. Great serving opportunity with families, friends, and small groups who are looking for outreach opportunities. Please join us!

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

Ohio Benefit Bank Counselors Needed

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

Visit: ohiobenefits.org

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

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

your amount to 614.333.0330 and follow the prompts. For more

computer program to access public benefits like food stamps,

info, contact our Finance department.

Medicaid, free tax filing, etc.

Pantry Donations (Community Outreach)

G I V E & D O N AT E

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

Anti-Human Trafficking

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

Contact: Nicole, nicole@iamonevoice.org

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

We assist an organization that works with victims of human

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

trafficking by providing the following items: nail polish, face wash,

our Cooper Road campus or the designated location at the campus

body wash, body lotion, hand sanitizer, Dove soap , facial/skin

you attend. We appreciate your generosity.

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

care gift sets, journals, deodorant, lip balm, restaurant gift cards Donations for these items are items are collected on an ongoing basis at our Ministry Center and our Cooper Road Campus.

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Planned Giving

Transitions Donations

Contact: Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or

Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby throughout

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

the week.

Project Venezuela Contact: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org, 614.259.5254 Due to the severe economic crisis and political upheaval in

Thank you for your continued support! We currently need Can openers, dish towels, bath and hand towels (must be new) and glass serving dishes.

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

Value Life Donations

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

Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

some of these necessary items. There will be designated containers

• Bottles: Any brand or size, gently used is acceptable

at the entrance of the church where you can donate items to

• Diapers: We accept all sizes. Our most needed sizes are 1 & 5

‘Project Venezuela’ for the next several months. These items will

• Formula: All Gerber types, Similac Advance and Similac Isomil

then be send to Venezuelan churches that can distribute them to the

• We also need new or gently used receiving blankets.

populations in greatest need. Please consider participating in this

Thank you for the tremendous response on our request for baby

demonstration of God’s love. Please do not bring glass items.

clothing! Please drop off in the Ministry Center Lobby—Value Life

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

Proyecto Esperanza Venezuela Contacto: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org o 614.259.5254 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

Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship services.

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Donations containers.

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

Work by Hanna Coppel

Vineyard Artists | Summer Exhibits B Y H O L LY M E S S E R A L L

Hundreds of years ago churches were filled with art. Artists

confident in the person God created her to be. Make sure you

expressed, through their paintings, prints, and sculptures, the

check out Hanna’s artwork in the Cafe through the month of

word of God since the ordinary person wasn’t able or allowed to

June.

read the Bible for themselves. Churches supported artists and encouraged sacred art. Then the Reformation Movement happened. Protestant churches moved away from artwork telling the biblical story. And so it has been the trend in the church for hundreds of years. But God is the Creator and we are His children. And like our Father in heaven we carry His DNA to create. When we were very young we all knew we were artists. Remember those pictures you made in school and how proud

J U LY | D E R R I C K C O L E S Derrick believes the gift to do art is something given by our creator and we must use that gift as best we can. Derrick says that through his journey of creating art, many artists have inspired him to reach outside the boundaries of himself and to challenge what art is and what it can be. Please take time to view Derrick’s paintings influenced by other famous artists. AU G U ST | D OT T Y C H R I ST E N S E N

you were when your parents hung them on the refrigerator? We

When Dotty was young , she remembers seeing a book by a

know our Father loves it when we create and use the talents He’s

designer who used objects and color in a special way. Something

given us, whether it’s music, poetry, spoken word, or visual art.

that stood out to her was that the designer hung beautiful

Our artwork can be a form of worship for Him. He delights in His

patterned fabric in trees just for beauty sake. The freedom made

children’s creativity just like your parents did when they hung

her cry. She didn't feel like she had to explain any longer why one

those pieces of art on the refrigerator.

would place a dead beautifully veined leaf on a shelf or a branch

This is why Vineyard Columbus supports artists. We want

from the wild on a wall. Beauty is reason enough.

to glorify God with the expression of our artwork. Vineyard

Dotty found that she loved capturing beauty with photography

showcases art exhibits featuring Vineyard members, including

in the world from a simple crumpled piece of white paper with all

exhibits by world renowned artists like Chagall, and even exhibits

its nuances of grays, whites and blacks as well as capturing the

of our VEC children’s art.

beauty of people and their daily lives, activities and celebrations.

This summer, we will be featuring three Vineyard artists.

Dotty’s Exhibit is “For Beauty’s Sake, Observing Palms.” Be sure

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to visit the cafe during the month of August to check out Dotty’s

In June our first artist is Hanna Coppel. When Hanna was young

work.

she loved to look through magazines and tear out images and

If you are a member or a regular attender of Vineyard

text that inspired her. She then glued the images onto canvas

Columbus and are interested in being a part of Vineyard’s

and painted around them to create something that brought her

Artist Community please email Holly Messerall at

joy. This became an outlet of self expression. The more Hanna

vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com. We meet several times

made art the more she learned about herself and became

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breathe

don’t like camping. Not at all. I think it’s gross for

I had heard and seen videos from Breathe baptisms

the most part, because everything is at least a little

before and I knew that I wanted one. There was

bit dirty, and it’s definitely not comfortable. There’s

something so tender about the way everyone

no air conditioning outside, the ground is hard, and sometimes you cut your pinkie open with somebody’s pocket knife (I did that very early on at Breathe). Nevertheless, I signed up and went to Breathe last summer. And I loved it. Camping was still gross.

surrounds the people being baptized to pray for them and the joy in the faces of those baptized. It truly looked like a rebirth in Christ to me, and I wanted to be reborn. Each person who was baptized was asked to share their

Everyone’s feet were covered in wet grass every

testimony in front of everybody. This is what I said:

morning and a ton of people were extremely sunburnt

I first committed my life to Christ when I was around

by Sunday afternoon. We all desperately needed

7. I understood that Jesus died to save me but I didn’t

showers and to sleep in real beds for about three days.

understand the full weight of what that meant until I

But we didn’t really care.

started college. I guess I didn’t completely understand

Breathe is a three-day outdoor worship festival put

what I needed saving from. College was a really

on every summer by VCTwenty, and this year is in

tumultuous time for me where I had my highest highs

association with a host of other local young adult church communities. Breathe first started many years ago with Joshua House, was put on hiatus, and had a triumphant return last summer. I don’t think there are words to describe how Breathe changes people. I have heard countless stories about people making life-altering decisions at Breathe in conjunction with meeting the Lord in crazy ways.

and my lowest lows. I started to see how the Lord had protected me for so many years and how if I was intentionally expecting good things from him, he would provide more abundantly than I could ever imagine. Today I’ve decided to proclaim that I am a follower of Jesus not expecting that my life will be easier, but expecting my life to be an example of how Christ can

Davonte Butler, VCTwenty’s ministry assistant, met the

make beauty from ashes, everything from nothing, and

Lord at Breathe, was baptized at Breathe, and met his

a strong woman from a little girl getting chastised by

wife Lathania at Breathe. Breathe is an anointed space

her dad for swimming during her baptism.

of meeting the Lord and catalyzes change in the lives of

Breathe registration is currently open! If you

twenty-somethings all across Columbus. This past summer at Breathe, I made the decision to

are interested in registering for Breathe, go to vctwenty.com/breathe.

be baptized. I had been baptized before when I was in elementary school, but I only remember trying to swim around in the YMCA pool while my mom read my testimony out loud.

By Lizz Birkhoff

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

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