The October Mix by Vineyard Columbus

M I N I S T RY C O N TAC T S Bookstore Jeff Baker, 614.259.5323 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 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 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 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 OCTOBER 2019

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Congregational Letter Just Pray

Global Impact

Vineyard Growth Classes

Families & Marriage

Adult Ministries

International

Help & Wellness

Spiritual Development

Volunteer & Serve

Give & Donate

Cover Article VC Students House Groups

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

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

Associate Pastor, Julia Pickerill 614.259.5246

Mission Pastor, Daniel Nathan Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503

Associate Pastor, Eric Pickerill

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

Care Pastor, Ron Hitchcock Admin. Asst. Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 Children’s Pastor, April Murphy Admin. Asst. Kristi Webster, 614.259.5466 Children’s Pastor, Mike Szlapak Ministry Asst. Debi Leake, 614.259.5413 Community Pastor, Stephen Van Dop Admin. Asst. Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303 Community Center Executive Director, Gina Watts Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503 East Campus Pastor, Charles Montgomery Admin. Asst. Jamie Frisbey, 614.259.5245 Executive Pastor, Craig Heselton Executive Asst. Denise Birkhoff, 614.259.5313 Financial Ministry Pastor, Kent Irwin 614.259.5505 International Ministries Pastor, Bill Christensen 614.259.5369 La Viña Campus Pastor, Irene Casale-Petrarca Admin. Asst. Danalys Castro, 614.259.5241 Lane Avenue Campus Pastor, Andrew Oswalt Ministry. Asst. Sandy Huizingh, 614.259.5242

Sawmill Campus Pastor, Scott Engebretson Admin. Asst. Myra Gaiters, 614.259.5439 Small Groups Pastor, Paige Goslin 614.259.5477 Support For Life Pastor, Lorie Kaufman-Rees Ministry Asst. Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256 Visitation & Care Pastor, Anthony Cannon 614.259.5364 Volunteer & Value Life Pastor, Diane Bauman Admin. Asst. Dianna Fairchild, 614.259.5318 Weekend & Welcome Pastor, Amanda Pershing-Nash Ministry Asst. Cinnamon Doran, 614.259.5235 Women’s Pastor, Marlene Nathan Ministry Asst. Liz Ward, 614.259.5335 Worship Arts Pastor, Craig Allen Admin. Asst. Shannon Gott, 614.259.5310 Young Adult Pastor, Shane Huey Ministry Asst. Davonte Butler, 614.259.5290 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

JUST P R AY T

here is almost no Christian in the world who believes prayer is unimportant. From the moment we become

aware of God’s love, we feel an internal tug to pray. Now, we may not be able to offer a theology of prayer or discuss many of the ways people have prayed throughout Christian history. But even the most immature Christian will affirm the importance of prayer. Despite this, most Christians will also confess that we don’t pray enough. If you want to provoke guilt in an audience of Christians, all you have to ask is “How is your prayer life? I’m not asking you if you think prayer is important or even if you could teach

Prayer is the easiest thing in the world One of the first Christian books I ever read as a teenager was a book by a Norwegian pastor named Ole Hallesby. The book is simply titled, Prayer. Hallesby opened the book by defining what prayer is for a Christian. He quoted Revelation 3:20, which says: 20

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone

hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. Hallesby commented on this verse, saying:

on prayer or if you recommend prayer to others in times of

“To pray is nothing more involved than to open the door,

crisis. Just tell me how you’re doing right now in your private

giving Jesus access to our needs and permitting him to

prayer—today, this past week, this past month?”

exercise his own power in dealing with them. To pray is to

Almost always, Christians will drop their heads when asked

open the door to Jesus.”

about our personal practice of prayer and confess, “Well, I’m

What does this mean? Whatever our emotions, whatever our

not as disciplined as I ought to be! I know I need to pray more!

mood we invite Jesus into that. When we are angry or have

I know I should be doing better than I am!”

been offended by someone, instead of carrying on an internal

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dialogue with that other person, or pretending that we are ok, we simply invite Jesus into our anger to help us sort it out. When we are discouraged, we practice being emotionally honest with Jesus. We tell Jesus, “I’m disappointed. I really thought things were going to work out differently.” Instead of stuffing our emotions, we allow the circumstances to be the knock of Jesus on the door of our hearts and we invite the Lord in.

Difficulties in Prayer On the one hand, prayer is the easiest thing in the world. Whatever we are going through, we simply open the door to Jesus. But on the other hand, anyone who has actually tried to pray immediately encounters difficulty in prayer. Why is prayer so hard?

We are too Busy! We live in an activist culture that believes that life is lived best

Families break down because of a lack of communication. The same is true in our relationship with God. We’re not going to have a very deep relationship with God unless we communicate with him. Prayer is not just saying a bunch of spiritual jargon that satisfies our religious obligations to God. Prayer is emotionally honest communication that builds our relationship with Jesus. Why do we pray? We pray to gain the mind of Jesus. We need wisdom all the time. We need direction about our future. We know that our plans for our lives are not enough. We need God’s direction and God’s wisdom. Psalm 127:1 says: 1

Unless the Lord builds the house,

the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain.

when we live busily. The most important people are those

How much labor have we spent in vain because the Lord

whose schedules are the most crowded. This is the message

was not building the house? How much useless activity have

we communicate to our children. Our kids are doing best if

we engaged in because the Lord was not at work in our

they are playing three sports and are also involved in four

work? How much better to have a sense of God’s leading and

other extracurricular activities. We are doing best when our

direction in our families or our work or finances or ministries.

schedules are jammed to overflowing. If involvement in two

We pray to gain the mind of Christ.

ministries is good, being involved in five ministries is better. If exercise is good then training for an ultramarathon is better! We find that we feel too busy to pray.

We have a spiritual enemy! A second reason that prayer is so difficult for us is one that most Christians rarely think about. The truth is we have a spiritual enemy—Satan—who has a supreme design in a Christian’s life—to keep us from going to God. I learned a little nursery rhyme when I first became a Christian 45 years ago. It went this way: Satan trembles when he sees, The weakest Christian on his knees. Prayer puts weak people like us in touch with the One who holds sway over all events. Prayer connects us with the One whose power can deal with every problem in the world— sickness, depression, psychological disorders, financial

We pray to meet our needs and the needs of others. In prayer, we’re simply acknowledging our limits as creatures before our infinite Creator. We can’t obtain for ourselves through our own efforts what we need. And we can’t obtain for others what others need. There are those near to us who are sick. There are people we care about who are grieving the loss of loved ones. Whenever we watch the news we are in touch with the reality of people’s suffering. We have friends who are getting divorced. We have loved ones who are raising children alone. Through prayer, we can obtain help for someone we care about that we can’t personally provide. If you love Vineyard Columbus then you will pray for this church. If you love me or another pastor or Christian leader then you will pray for us. We can’t always do something for our church or for our pastors and leaders, but we can always pray for them!

disasters, relational fracturing, political upheaval, whatever.

We are confused about how to pray.

Whether it’s our own busy-ness or Satan’s opposition, there

In the months of October and November, Vineyard Columbus is

are two other difficulties we face in prayer.

going to be embarking on a teaching series with accompanying

We are confused about why we pray. Why do we pray? One reason to pray is that:

seminars designed to help our congregation to overcome obstacles in prayer. A significant part of our teaching will be practical training so we can Just Pray!

Prayer is the way we develop our relationship with Christ. All of our relationships are based upon communication. The

By Rich Nathan

reason why many marriages break down is because of poor communication. Husbands and wives simply don’t talk to each other or they don’t talk about anything really meaningful. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

global impact The “Global Impact” section of the MIX is designed to share stories of how God is expanding his kingdom. For more info on International Ministries, email international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

a growing harvest an update from central asia We recently returned from a two-week trip from the “Mecca” of Central Asia, where our goals were to encourage weary leaders and share the vision for the Path to God lessons. These lessons are designed to be used for groups of believers and for multiplying groups. Through our time with the leaders, we have a much better understanding of the challenges they face. Starting new groups that multiply across any region is going to be difficult; however, one of the leaders already has vision for reaching a network of villages that collectively represent 100,000 people. We hope and pray Jesus will come into this region with great might and power!

refreshed and ready an update from the middle east (caucuses) Freshly back from our home ministry assignment in the States, we feel encouraged, inspired, refreshed, and provided for by God in how creative he is. Connecting with loved ones and gathering around tables while Stateside, it was encouraging for us to be surrounded by such warm fellowship. As we settle back into regular rhythms and routines, we are excited for what’s next! We have plans to host two trainings soon, one of which will be for the underground house church leaders that we have been working closely with, and the other for the leaders they have been leading. We are beginning to see the multiplication of leaders on top of growth amongst groups of seekers and believers; this excites our hearts! Where we see spiritual growth taking place, we also see the spiritual battle raging. Already, there are conflicts occurring and challenging circumstances arising in the lives of the leaders who plan on attending the trainings. Their ministries hold great potential for many to come to know Jesus and for the number of house churches to multiply, which is something the enemy fights against. We are prayerful and hopeful for this season of work set before us!

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eid mubarak an update from east africa I returned from the States just in time for the one-week Festival of Sacrifice (Eid). Eid is considered the holiest of all Islamic festivals where lambs, goats, and even camels are sacrificed as an act of obedience to God in order to commemorate Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son. This Eid celebration enabled me to share the Gospel with my family and friends. As we gathered, I asked, if I could share my thoughts regarding Eid. They said yes, so I talked about the writings of the prophets, and how they all point to the need for a perfect sacrifice. Then I would slowly tell the stories of sacrifice in the Old Testament and refer to the prophecies about the coming Perfect Sacrifice. Usually people would agree with me until I came to proclaiming “the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” Most disagreed with me except a few, who seemed to be interested in learning more about the Perfect Sacrifice. I am hopeful as I seek opportunities to follow up with them and be led by the Holy Spirit on how to engage them.

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p r ay e r r e q u e s t s amsterdam

north africa

• Pray for peace and hope over the church community in the face

• Pray for good connections and further inroads as we travel and

of anxiety amidst a heavy amount of leadership transition. • Pray that despite difficulty [or even because of it], the church would rise up in faith and action, and that people would continue to be transformed in becoming more like Christ. • Pray for the 8 members/leaders in the church who are experiencing a lot of weight, that they would be protected from the enemy, who loves to make difficult things even worse.

meet with some of the Bedouin peoples. • Pray for ease with major administration changes within our business. • Pray for love and unity with our diverse [but wonderful] team. • Pray that we may be closely connected and feeding off of God so that we may exemplify His Kingdom. • Pray for the group of people joining us from Vineyard, as we travel and seek to be Christ to those we encounter.

brazil • Pray for spiritual, physical, financial and emotional health for us.

middle east | caucasus

central asia

• Pray that God’s plans will prevail in the lives of the believers

• Pray for financial provision over the fund we’ve opened that is dedicated to an evangelistic outreach across the country, one that is focused on group multiplication and empowering

here and that the enemy’s plans will come to nothing. • Pray for security on all fronts, specifically during border crossings. • Pray for significant spiritual transformation, freedom

participants to become leaders. • Pray for release in what feels like a spiritual battle and that we would be able to hear anything the Lord is saying in the midst of

from condemnation, the lifting of burdens, and complete refreshment. • Pray for protection over each of the leaders and their families,

this time. • Pray over this fall semester of teaching and ministering here. • Pray also over physical health and financial provision for us here, along with our family back in the States.

especially those who will be attending our leadership trainings.

middle east | refugee ministries • Pray for wisdom in the planning and preparations as we prepare to soft launch our medical project, and that God would bring

east africa • Pray over the safety of the Christians in our country amidst anti-government demonstrations, violence, tear-gassing, and intense persecution. • Pray for my wife as she continually suffers from intense back

the right person to train our team how to use the ultrasound machine. • Pray for unity in our team, safety over those we partner with, and for the Kingdom to come here.

southeast asia

pain. • Pray for the group of Mennonite builders coming from Ohio to

• Pray for the local believers’ protection against persecution from

build more rooms onto our school and host a medical clinic, that

people in authority and village leaders, and that they’d grow

they would be safe in traveling and be an encouragement for

deep roots.

the believers and students here.

• Pray over me as I have moved and seek to integrate well

• Pray for wisdom and strength for our churches in particular as we struggle against the false ideas people have about the Bible, Christian beliefs, and practices.

into this new team that focuses on medical care and church planting. • Pray for full healing and restoration over my right eye, which has been causing issues for several months now. • Pray that I’d have rich times of personal worship and study, and protection over my health, mind, body, and spirit.

• V C M I S S I O N S P R AY E R G R O U P • 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus. Join us to pray for our international ministry work. For more info, contact Tim Hart, 614.557.0395 or vcmissionsprayer@gmail.com. 8

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Upcoming Class Date Sunday, November 10, 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 Saturday, November 16, 23 & 30, after services

The Smart Family: Balancing Technology & Family Life

Sunday, November 17, 24 & December 1, after services

Friday, October 25, 7-8:30pm

Baptism Celebrations: Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8

Cost: Free, but please pre-register

Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Children's Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 or

week in advance)

mike.szlapak@vineyardcolumbus.org

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

As families, we want to be able to take advantage of technology’s

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or

benefits without sacrificing quality time together. This parenting

santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

seminar will help bring awareness & practical application for

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

balancing your family life with the technological, social media-

proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in

filled world we live in.

baptism, you must attend one of the required classes. Next Baptisms: Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23

Marriage

Join A Small Group

The Enneagram for Couples

Visit: vineyardcolumbus.org/groups Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Doing life in community is important. Small groups bring people together from different cultures, life stages, and experiences for a rich community of worship, friendship, growth, and service. Stop

Saturday, October 19, 10am-1pm, Cooper Road Campus Register: vineyardcolumbus.org, pre-registration required Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org This seminar is open to all committed dating, engaged & newly married couples. We will briefly introduce the Enneagram as

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

a personal & relationship enrichment tool and discuss how it

Membership 101

wholeness. Pre-registration is required.

Sunday, November 10, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan Childcare: Register for free at vineyardcolumbus.org/vgc. Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No

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

Journey to Oneness: Committed Dating & Engaged Couples Thursdays, September 5–October 10, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Additional two weeks for stepfamilies on October 17 & 24, 7–9pm

pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1–12).

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

FAMILIES & MARRIAGE

Family

Open to all couples in committed dating relationships, those

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

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

Class attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have

Journey to Oneness: Married Couples | Sawmill

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

Tuesdays, November 12–December 3, 7-9pm, Sawmill Campus

attend again. Applications are available at the Information Counter

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

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

advance)

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

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

service begins.

relationship inventory)

Next Baby Dedications: February 29 & March 1

Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org 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. Join us at our Sawmill Campus for this session.

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Journey of Hope

Absolute Basics

Tuesdays, September 24 – October 29, 7-9pm

September 10–October 29, 7–8:15pm, Cooper Road Campus

Cost: $25 per couple

Cost: $15

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

advance)

is required

Contact: Denise, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org

This 8-week class gives your student (grades 6-8) the opportunity

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

to reflect on the most basic tenets of the Christian faith. It will also

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

give them a safe environment to ask questions and grapple with

and direction. You will learn spiritual & practical applications

the divine truths proclaimed by the church. Students will also have

from pastors and marriage coaches to restore hope and trust to

the opportunity to begin to understand what it means to become

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

a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. This class is for students in

Marriage & Family pastor are eligible to participate in our Journey

any stage of their spiritual journey. Topics include: Church History,

of Reconciliation (formerly, Begin Again) program.

the Trinity, the work of the Holy Spirit, being a Both-And Christian.

Marriage & Family Relationship Coach Training: Become a Dating, Premarital or Marriage Coach Saturday, November 2, 9am-1pm, Cooper Road Campus Contact/Register: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org (please register by October 25) Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to serve together with your spouse, in your own home, around your own schedule? Our relationship coaches receive training and resources (including an online relationship inventory) to pass along to other couples the grace God has given them in their own relationship. Relationship coaches meet 4-6 times with dating, engaged or married couples. Attend this one-day training and receive two personal coaching sessions with a staff member to help prepare you to coach other couples. Join our community of coaches, and experience a new

Registration is required. Space is limited.

VineyardKids Awana Tuesdays, beginning September 10, 2019 through May 2020 7-8:30pm, Vineyard Community Center Cost: $30 Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: David Grace, 614.769.4413 Awana is a discipleship program where parents and children (grades 1-6) memorize and learn the Bible, have fun, and become more like Jesus. It’s a lot of fun and a great way for the church and the family to partner together in raising up our kids to love Jesus. There is a limit to the number of children that can participate, so please

sense of God’s love, grace and truth in your own marriage.

Please register at least a week in advance to complete an online

Girls of Grace

inventory beforehand.

Wednesdays, September 18 - October 23, 6:30-8pm

VC Students

Cooper Road Campus

VC Students | Middle & High School

During weekend services at all campuses

Contact: Glenda Martin, michellem661@aol.com

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

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

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,

to self-esteem and self-awareness. The purpose of this six-week

614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

VC Students is our community of students from across the city

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

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

definition of being fearfully and wonderfully made. Each one and a

there!

half hour class is structured around discussion, activity, and a take-

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

Cost: $10

home concept to develop a community of girls who love Christ, love themselves, and love others. It is our prayer to give girls a good foundation, for them to stay equipped and be reminded of who they are throughout life’s journey, and to plant the seed that they are fearfully and wonderfully made throughout the circumstances of life. Class size is limited to 12 girls.

join us!

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Kidz Quest Leaders for Fall/ Winter Season

Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop

September–February, Cooper Road Campus

2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm

Application: pick up at the children's info counter

Contact/Register: Sean Johnson,

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

Jesus places the highest value on kids in the Kingdom of God.

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

Teaching our kids to be like Jesus is extremely important. This

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

cannot be done in just one sitting and does require commitment.

of these questions, then join us for a workshop led by the Kidz Quest

It is through committed leaders that children learn the Bible, build

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

relationships and have fun. Our leaders also will learn the Bible, build

This workshop is free.

relationships and have fun. Please pray about being part of our team. We provide training, curriculum, materials and support. Qualified leaders must submit an application, pass a background check and be a member of Vineyard Columbus. We cannot wait to see what God will do through you!

Kidz Quest Prayer Team Training

Seniors Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees 1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am

Saturday, October 19, 26 & November 2, 9, 16, & 23, during services

Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com

Sunday, October 20 & 27 & November 3, 10, 17, & 24, during services

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

Cost: Free

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

deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow personally

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

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

Teaching our kids to pray for others like Jesus did is a responsibility

Singles Ministry

we take seriously. In this 6 week class, we will cover the steps of the Vineyard Prayer Model and practice so that when the opportunity arises, our kids will step out and pray for others. Parents must commit to coming to the same service for a minimum of 5 out of 6 weeks so that their child can have the full benefit of being in the class. Classes will be during the service and is for students in grades 2-5.

VineyardKids Choir Fall 2019 (Grades K-8) Rehearsals: September 22, 29, October 6 & 13, 2-3pm Contact: Veronica, VineyardKidsChoir@gmail.com Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org/vineyardkids/events/choir Cost: $8.00 for t-shirt (no charge if you already have at t-shirt) Please join us for the fall session of kids’ choir. You must attend at least three rehearsals to participate onstage. The choir will be singing onstage at our Cooper Road Campus for all three services on October 19-20.

Kidz Quest Worship Team Registration: bit.ly/VCKApp Contact: sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org or bill.manchester@vineyardcolumbus.org Calling all musicians, dancers, and worship leaders! Each weekend over 400 kids come to worship Christ through live music, singing, and motions in kids worship at Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road and campuses. There is a need for worship leaders, band leaders, singers, motion leaders/dancers, guitarists (electric and acoustic), bass players, drummers, and keyboardists. We also often utilize other atypical worship instruments such as violin, cello, trumpet, flute, etc. If you have a heart to see children come closer to Jesus through high-energy, passionate worship, we would like you on our team! To see more check out this video: bit.ly/VCKidsWorship.

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

OCTOBER 2019

Before you Begin the Journey: Becoming Relationship Ready Saturday, November 9, 9am-1pm, Cooper Road Campus Cost: $10 per person (includes class materials & online inventory) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org 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.

Social Dance Classes

Mom’s Refresh

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

Friday, October 18, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus

Cooper Road Campus

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

Childcare: Yes, but only on the first Friday

Cost: For childcare only, $5 per child/$10 per family

Contact: Sierra Stephanoff, sierrastephanoff@kw.com

A monthly time for moms to gather together to build friendships and

Contact: Natalie Struttmann, nataliestruttmann@yahoo.com or

experience God. For more information, please contact Sierra.

Allyse Huey, singles@vineyardcolumbus.org After our summer break, the social dance classes are starting back up! These free Social Dance Classes are held on the first Friday and third Sunday of the month from 7-9pm. The class begins with a lesson and is then followed by practice and socializing. Adult singles and dating and married couples are welcome. No partner is necessary. Dress is casual. All levels of dance are welcomed! Childcare will be provided for a small fee on Friday nights. You will need to register in advance and pay at the kids counter on the day of the class. Please email Allyse Huey if you need childcare. If no child

Soul Provider Friday, October 11, 6:30–9pm, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: Available for ages 1-12 (must register in advance) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare & event by Wednesday, October 9) Contact: Myiesha McCrary, myiesha.mccrary@vineyardcolumbus.org Soul Provider is a ministry for moms who are single with children up to 18 years of age. We meet the second Friday of every month. Please join us for dinner, special kids' programming and a time of spiritual

is registered for childcare by the Wednesday afternoon before the

encouragement and renewal.

Friday night class, then childcare will be cancelled.

Stay Connected!

If you are interested in learning more about Singles events, please

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

happening in Women’s Ministry!

or with any questions.

Women, Worship & the Word | Beloved: The Women in Jesus’ Life

Vineyard Men

Wednesdays, September 18–November 6, 7–9pm

180 Men’s Recovery Group

(not meeting October 9)

Mondays, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Thursdays, September 19–November 7, 9:30–11:30am

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

(not meeting October 10)

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,

Cooper Road Campus

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

Childcare: Ages 1-12 years, $5/child or $10 per family (for each

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

session), must register online in advance

personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include worship,

teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and healing prayer.

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

Authentic Manhood: A Man and His Story Wednesdays, September 18–October 23, 7-9pm Cooper Road Campus Contact: Nada, nada.attallah@vineyardcolumbus.org Every man’s life tells a “story.” In the pursuit of Authentic Manhood, every man must understand and come to grips with the defining moments and key relationships that have shaped his unique “story.”The series provides men with biblical perspectives of their story. It equips them to embrace how their past has affected their present and prepares them to deal with whatever the future may

Women play a prominent role in the gospel accounts of Jesus— Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Some of us miss how very unusual this was for His culture and day. Jesus was a true radical when it came to women, and they responded to Him with genuine affection and faithful devotion. Please join us as we continue to discover what we as 21st century women can learn about ourselves and about Jesus from our 1st century sisters.

Young Adults VC Twenty Weekly Gatherings

hold.

Sundays, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus

Vineyard Women

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

International Women’s Breakfast 1st Saturdays, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Flo Gimei, fgimei@gmail.com or Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com We are a group of women from all over the world who meet the first Saturday of every month to experience unity in Christ while we

Childcare: Available Join us every Sunday evening at our Cooper Road campus for our VC Twenty service. VC Twenty is a place for young adults from Columbus to connect. We’d love for you to come hang out with us at our gathering for a night of worship, teaching, and community. Whether you’re a college student, young professional, or somewhere in between, we’re saving a seat for you!

honor our unique cultures and diversity. We share a meal, listen to a brief teaching, discuss and pray for one another. Please bring a dish to share, but if you are unable to bring food, come anyway! V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G

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

International Ministries

Immigration Services

VC International Teams

ICS Walk-in Clinics

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

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm (October 2 & 10)

email us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.

Vineyard Community Center Contact: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake (Intake & Consultation) Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services ("ICS") provides humanitarian-based immigration legal assistance to persons at or

Vineyard Columbus Missions Prayer Group 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:45-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus 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

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

and our VC missionaries.

requests from members of the public through our monthly intake

Experienced Seamstresses Needed

clinic. After intake is completed, clients will be given a 30-minute consultation with an AILA immigration attorney in a timely manner. Attorney referrals may be necessary upon consultation. ICS also 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. Types of cases we currently handle: • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA") • Defensive Asylum • U Visa • Other Humanitarian Please bring all relevant immigration documents to the appointment or clinic so that we may best serve you. All matters discussed are

Mondays, September 9–November 18, 11:30am–1:30pm Contact: Linda Root, lindaroot43@yahoo.com We are seeking experienced sewers who would like to join our team teaching International adults beginning and intermediate level sewing skills. The interest has been exciting and the possibilities are endless. Our sewing program needs more volunteers to be able to expand. If you can volunteer as little as two to three hours per week, then we can use you.

HELP & WELLNESS Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team

kept privileged and confidential.

Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239

Servicios de Consulta de Inmigración

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

Las clínicas ambulatorias se ofreceránel primer y tercer miércoles

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

(Octubre 2 y 10) 6:30pm to 8:30pm en Vineyard Community Center

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

Funeral Needs

Costo: $20.00 (Entrevista y Consulta)

Contact: 614.259.5372

Contacto: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or

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

jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org

pastoral care services, please call us.

Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provee asistencia

Financial Stewardship Ministry

legal de inmigración en casos de protección humanitaria a personas que cualifiquen mediante los índices de pobreza de 150% o menos, de acuerdo a las Guías Federales de Pobreza en E.U. ICS responde a solicitudes de miembros de la comunidad, a través de las entrevistas realizadas en las clínicas mensuales. Luego de completar la entrevista los clientes tendrán una consulta de 30 minutos en un tiempo razonable, con un(a) abogado(a) de inmigración afiliada a AILA . Es probable que su caso sea referido a un abogado de la práctica privada posterior a la consulta. ICS también provee representación legal a un limitado número de clientes al año; dicha representación se determinará caso a caso. La entrevista es el primer paso obligatorio para brindarle nuestros servicios. Tipo de casos que manejamos actualmente: • Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (“DACA”) • Procedimientos defensivos de asilo • Visa U • Otros procesos humanitarios Por favor traiga a la cita los documentos de inmigración relevantes a su caso para poder servirle mejor. Todos los asuntos se mantienen protegidos y confidenciales. 14

For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, visit

OCTOBER 2019

Dave Ramsey | Financial Peace University Tuesdays, September 10–November 5, 7–9pm Cooper Road Campus Registration: fpu.com/groups/1076290 (registration is only available through the link listed above) Childcare: $45/child or $90/two or more children (includes all 9 weeks, available for ages 1-12). Payment for childcare is due at the first class, Monday, April 15. Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University helps to understand and follow Biblical financial principles and wisdom regarding money, debt, generosity & building wealth. Develop a cash flow plan, do smart buying, relate healthily with your spouse over money, lay a foundation for purchasing a home, retirement and college. Develop a life of wisdom and less stress. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED (not night of) cost: $109 per person or per couple. ONLINE ONLY AT financialpeace.com/groups/1076290?c=ccf. Don’t use FPU link IF you have a coupon or applying for assistance.

Designing Your Legacy: Estate Planning Workshop

• Dental Clinic

Saturday, Nov 2, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus

Cooper Road (appointment only)

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

events

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

Learn how to pass on your estate at death. Understand how to

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

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

dentures).

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

• Vision Clinic

scheduled in December with estate planners.

Cooper Road (appointment only)

Financial Coaching

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

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,

614.259.5428. We offer eye exams and vouchers for free glasses to those who qualify. • Chiropractic Clinic

or just wanting to have Godly financial management. One-on-one

Cooper Road (appointment only)

coaching provides you an opportunity to receive personal and

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

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

614.259.5428.

filled environment.

We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain

Health Lower Lights Christian Health Center 6000 Cooper Road:

involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.

Professional Counseling Center Contact: 614.259.5409 The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors offer

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

a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects

• Tuesdays, 8am-3pm

of their lives. Starting September 2019, we will have a Graduate

• Fridays, 8am-1pm

Candidate Intern who can offer $20/sessions.

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 well-child checkups, physicals, routine care, and chronic disease management. Prenatal care and immunizations are offered

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.

Orphan Care Night of Sharing Thursday, November 14, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus

at select locations.

Childcare: Not available

Vineyard Free Health Clinics

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

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

Join us for a Night of Sharing regarding Orphan Care, Adoption and Foster Care. We will be presenting ways to get involved and have representatives from various Orphan, Adoption and Foster Care agencies. More details in next month’s MIX.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Memorial Service Sunday, October 20, 4-6pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

Childcare: Not available

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

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

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We invite you to a candlelight service for families and loved ones

al 614.293.9906.

affected by infant loss from miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death

• Medical Clinic

in and around the Columbus area. In honor of the baby you lost, we

Cooper Road: Every Tuesday evening

will invite you to light a candle of remembrance. The service will

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

include a short message of encouragement and hope and a time of

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

fellowship following the service.

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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Support for Life

Circle of Grace Group

180 Men’s Recovery Group

Category: Relationships

Mondays, 7-9pm

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

Category: Addictions

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

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

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

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,

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

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

environment. Discussions are focused around books, videos, and

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

other resources.

personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and healing prayer.

180 Men’s Recovery Group | Sawmill Campus

Dealing with Difficult People Saturday, November 2, 9am-1pm Contact: Dave Kuta, Dave.Kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Wednesdays, beginning September 11 (8 weeks), 8-9:30pm

614.259.5472 (register by October 25)

Sawmill Campus

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

Contact: Sean at seanlucas3@live.com

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

Category: Addictions

will also include in person “lab time” to practice what you’re

180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,

learning—will give you some basic group leadership skills on how

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

to handle things like self-harm, suicidality, difficult emotional

to all men. We will be focusing on achieving freedom from sexual sin

situations, mental illness, and the exposure of sin issues. Registration

through prayer, teaching, ongoing accountability and discipleship.

and a log-in to watch the videos is required. Must register by October

Registration is required for this group, please contact Sean for

25 in order to give yourselves adequate time to watch all four 45

details.

minute videos before the lab on November 2.

Blue Christmas

DivorceCare for Men

Thursday, December 19, 7pm, Cooper Road Campus

Thursdays beginning August 22, 7-9pm (13 weeks)

Contact: supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org

Cooper Road Campus

Christmas can be difficult for those who are grieving or in some type

Category: Healing and Loss

of pain. Blue Christmas services, also commonly called "Longest

Cost: $15 for workbook

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

Contact: Dave, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org

acknowledging the darkness in which we often wait during a season

DivorceCare is a friendly and caring group of men who will walk

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

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

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

13-week support group is for men who are separated or divorced and

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

it can be joined at any time.

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

Celebrate Recovery

DivorceCare: Surviving the Holidays Saturday, November 9, 10am-12pm, Cooper Road Campus

Fridays, 6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Cost: $5 for workbook

Category: Addictions & Healing

Contact: Susan, smbwaters@gmail.com or

Childcare: not available

Dave, dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Thanksgiving and Christmas is a stressful time for anyone, but it

Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineayrdcolumbus.org

can be even more so when you are recently divorced or separated.

Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery fellowship

If you find yourself in this situation, please come and join us for this

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

one-day class as we learn how to deal with your emotions, survive

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

social events, ways to give your kids a good holiday experience, and

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

discover hope for your future.

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!

3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm

OCTOBER 2019

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Materials

Grace//Truth 1.0

Category: Healing and Relationships

Next session begins January, 31, 2020, Cooper Road Campus

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

Cost: $8 (includes book and materials)

Contact/Register: supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

Grace//Truth is a small group learning experience that introduces

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, a plan for discipleship which can

Christians to LGBT+ people, the language to use and avoid, a

deeply change your relationship with God. The Emotionally Healthy

theologically faithful view of marriage and sexuality, and practical

Spirituality course directly addresses the reality that emotional

guidance on how to embody the love of Christ toward sexual and

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

gender minorities. This group is open for anyone who has taken

be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Learn

Membership 101.

through eight powerful life changing sessions how to 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

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

to purchase.

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

Families of Addicted Loved Ones

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

Category: Addictions & Relationship

This group allows grandparents to share the joys and the struggles

Cost: $10 for workbook

of parenting again with those who understand. Speakers address

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

relevant topics.

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

pre–register)

GriefShare Beginning August 28, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus (13 weeks) Category: Healing and Loss Cost: $15 for workbook Contact: Chuck Clark, benaiah2.0@gmail.com or

THEY need!

Vera, abtutu8746@gmail.com

Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past

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

Runs twice/year on Wednesday nights

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

Please contact leader for next session date

loved one and can be joined at any time.

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.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This 13-week

GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays Saturday, November 2, 9am–12pm, Cooper Road Campus Category: Loss and Healing Contact: Chuck Clark, benaiah2.0@gmail.com or Vera, abtutu8746@gmail.com Cost: $5 for workbook Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Our Surviving the Holidays program is for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. In this one-day class, you’ll learn how to cope with your emotions during the holidays, what to do with traditions and other coming changes, helpful tips for surviving social events, and you’ll discover how to have hope for your future.

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Hearts Restored Support Group: Recovery from Sexual Betrayal

MOM: Moms of the Military

Tuesdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus

Category: Healing

Category: Healing and Relationships

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

Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com

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

Hearts Restored Support Group is a faith-based outreach where

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

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

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

who understand the devastating effects of sexual betrayal. We

support each other as our loved ones serve our country.

are engaged, married, separated and divorced women who do not judge each other but rather embrace that we are all on a similar 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

1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7-9pm

Not Alone: Healing from Sexual Abuse for Men Beginning Saturday, April 18, 2020, 10am-12pm (for 5 weeks) Category: Healing Contact: Chris at cw4prc@gmail.com The purpose of this group is to create a safe place for men with past sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive further healing. Together we will work through issues like shame, fear, and anxiety and discover the power of Jesus to help us overcome. You are not alone. Participation is closed after the first week. Registration is

for healing such as anger, identity, disclosure, setting boundaries,

required for participation.

detachment, triggers, self-care, his repentance, forgiveness,

One Minded in Christ

and trust.

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. This is a closed confidential group. Please contact Liz for details.

Life Support Mentoring Cooper Road Campus Application: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org Register: If you're a member or regular attendee and would like to meet with a Life Support Mentor, please fill out an online application or contact Support for Life. Our volunteer Life Support Mentors come alongside people in difficult seasons or situations to minister insight, healing, and spiritual growth in a one–on–one, non–clinical environment on a short-term basis. They provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. Interested in becoming a Life Support Mentor? See p. 26.

Loving Someone with Mental Illness 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus Category: Relationships Contact: Contact: Karen Twinem at karentwinem@gmail.com or 614.439.8475 This is a support group for families and friends of people with mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline personality disorder, etc.). Each meeting includes a short teaching, discussion, and prayer.

1st and 3rd Tuesdays 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing Contact: Angela Fontanini, 614.943.4588 or one-minded@outlook.com Modeled after Philippians 2:1-2, this is a co-ed support group for those affected with mental health (brain based) issues, other than addiction. The meeting format consists of relevant resources or teachings, and share and prayer time. Find us on Facebook, search for the closed-group, One-minded In Christ.

Redefining Christ Please contact leader for next session dates, Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing Contact: Gina Harding at redefiningchrist@gmail.com This closed, cyclical co-ed support group is for women and men who have come from a high control or cult background and now desire a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is not a theological debate group. Our purpose is to support these women and men and come alongside them. Our goal is to springboard into a praying small group for further discipleship. No participants may join after the first class has begun, and 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.

Roots (Men) Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, Vineyard Community Center Category: Addiction Contact: Tom, brankamp@aol.com or Support for Life, 614.259.5289 or supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org This is a recovery group for those that struggle with life-controlling addictions such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, work, or anything else that keeps you from experiencing the abundant life God wants for you. Come join us as we share our experiences, lift each other up, and find hope and healing as we walk with Jesus one day at a time. Although we are a Biblically based group, you do not need to be a Christian to attend. We are here to walk through recovery with you!

OCTOBER 2019

p re gnancy and in fan t los s me mo rial s ervice In 1988, the month of October was proclaimed as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month. We invite you to a candlelight service for families and loved ones affected by infant loss from miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death in and around the Columbus area. In honor of the baby you lost, we will invite you to light a candle of remembrance. The service will include a short message of encouragement and hope and a time of fellowship following the service.

Sunday, October 20, 4-6pm, Cooper Road Campus, Chapel Contact Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org

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Sister Sister

With God’s Grace & Dignity

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm

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

Category: Healing

Online Support Group

Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com

Contact: Francine for online invite fknapp4590@aol.com

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

Category: Healing

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

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

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

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

worshiping, and prayer.

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

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 Reflect ~ Refresh ~ Replenish ~ Revitalize ~ Revive ~ Renew The life of a person caring for a loved one who is old, sick, dying or in need of continuous, regular care 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 find light, hope, peace and loving companionship. The 2nd and 4th Monday of each month will feature an online meeting format for those who may struggle to get

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 Vineyard Job Club Tuesday, September 10, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center Visit: vineyardcommunitycenter.org (weekly updates) Contact: Paul Nicholson, penicholson51@gmail.com or 614.832.0471 Participants in this group will share experiences of their job search and discuss challenges, strategies, and resources. The job club meets weekly for 90 minutes where we'll share job leads, receive group support, guidance, and career developer feedback followed

away from their caregiving duties.

by a time of prayer and encouragement. This group will particularly

Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in Your Marriage

more ongoing support and accountability.

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

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT

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

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

pre–register) Contact: Laurel, jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614.886.1749

12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups

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

Application: vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-spiritual-formation-2/

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

Contact: covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups are groups of about twelve

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

people who meet monthly for 12 months and whose members are

Understanding Life and Conflict God's Way Update Begins Wednesday, September 4 for 10 weeks, 7-9pm Cooper Road Campus Category: Relationships Contact: Walt at wpoupart@gmail.com Life and conflict go hand in hand; it's woven into the human fabric of each individual. Yet, many do not understand the dynamics of life

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*

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

Alpha

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

Thursdays, August 29–October 24 6:30–8:30pm

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

Childcare: Ages 1-12 (must register in advance)

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

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

Contact: Kerry.Davis@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Alpha is a safe and open environment created especially for people who want to understand more about Christianity or for those who don't identify as Christians, and are open to learning more. Alpha is for your friends, family members, co-workers and neighbors who have questions about spirituality. If you have questions or if they would like you to join them, you should come too!

OCTOBER 2019

Alfa

Holy Spirit Encounter

Jueves, Agosto 29 – Octubre 24 6:30 – 8:30pm, Centro de la

Wednesday, October 30, 7-8:30pm, Cooper Road, Chapel

comunidad/ Vineyard Community Center

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

Cuidado de niños: Edades 1-12 (se requiere registración por

Registration: Only required for childcare (please register online by

adelantado)

Tuesday, October 29)

Registro: vineyardcolumbus.org solo para el cuidado de niños

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

Contacto: Danalys.Castro@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Alfa es un ambiente seguro y abierto, creado específicamente para

seeking more of the Holy Spirit together. Kerry Davis will be leading

personas que quieren entender más sobre el Cristianismo o para

our Holy Spirit Encounter for October. Come expecting to encounter

aquellos quienes no se identifican como Cristianos, y están abiertos

the Holy Spirit!

a aprender más.

Deaf Ministry Events

Joyful Noise Worship Service (Special Needs)

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

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

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

Contact: Pam Newman, pmnewman7@gmail.com

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

Join our Accessible Worship Service for people affected by

The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted

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

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

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

Decision Prayer Team Training

tambourines and streamers.

Saturday, November 2, 7:30–8pm, Cooper Road Campus

Meeting God 301: Power Healing and Evangelism

Sunday, November 3, 10:30–11am, Cooper Road Campus

Sunday, November 10, 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Sunday, November 3, 1–1:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare only) by

Prerequisite: Must currently be serving on the Prayer Ministry Team

Friday, November 8

No registration needed or childcare provided.

Childcare: Free (ages 1-12)

Contact: prayer@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

If you are currently on the Cooper Prayer Ministry Team and you

Get to know and experience the Holy Spirit, sent by God to bring

would like to be trained to pray for those who stand to accept

the kingdom of God and his presence into our lives and the world.

Christ during weekend services, please plan to attend just one of

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

the brief training sessions after services listed above. This class is a

people’s lives.

requirement to be on our Decision Prayer Team at our Cooper Road campus.

Meeting God 302: Discerning God’s Voice

Holy Spirit Conference | Reveal

Prerequisite: Meeting God 301

October 9-11, Cooper Road Campus

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

• Wednesday, October 9, 7-9pm

Registration: Childcare only at vineyardcolumbus.org

• Thursday, October 10, 7-9pm

(register by Tuesday October 22)

• Friday, October 11, 7-9pm

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

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

You will learn practical ways God spoke to his people in the Bible

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

and today. You will also practice methods to sharpen your ability to

$10/family per night; must register online by Friday, October 4.

discern his voice.

We fill up quickly for this event, so we cannot guarantee walk-ins for childcare! Registration: Only required for childcare (must register by Friday, October 4) Julian Adams from South Africa is our guest speaker. Julian is co-founder of Frequentsee Ministries—a prophetic ministry that serves churches, businesses and leadership teams internationally to equip and empower men and women to see the Kingdom advance in the nations. He is passionate for the person of the Holy Spirit. With strong giftings in the prophetic, his desire is to see the whole church mobilized to bring the Kingdom of God into every sphere of influence.

Wednesday, October 23, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus

Open Prayer for Healing Sessions Saturdays, October 19 & 26, 9:30-11:30am, Cooper Road Campus (Not meeting October 5 & 12) Contact: Kerry Davis, kerry.davis@vineyardcolumbus.org Open to anyone with a need for physical, emotional or deliverance healing prayer. The Open Prayer for Healing sessions are held at the Cooper Road campus. No appointment needed. Sessions end at 11:30am, so please allow enough time for the prayer team to effectively pray for you. If you are interested in joining the prayer team, please email Diane Bailey for further information about the ministry, church requirements and instructions for becoming a member.

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

Art Ministry

La Viña | Servicio en Español

Invitation to VC Artists for North Hall Gallery Exhibits 2019

Cooper Road Campus

Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel), Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale–Petrarca,

Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

614.259.5254 o irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español y nos reunimos

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

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

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

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

Please submit a portfolio for review.

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

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

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

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

Noche de Adoración de La Viña

ministry, please contact Holly Messerall for more information.

7-8:30pm, Primer miércoles de cada mes.

Campuses

Childcare: Hay cuidado de niños.

EAST CAMPUS

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

English as a Second Language (ESL) Wednesdays through December 18, 7-9 pm, East Campus Childcare: Not available

Contact: Danalys Castro, danalys.castro@vineyardcolumbus.org a través de la alabanza, palabras proféticas, y un tiempo extendido de oración. An extended worship night, and encounter with the Holy Spirit

Cost: Free unless you want to purchase the book

through worship, prophetic words, and ministry time.

Contact: Paula Madison, paulamadison08@hotmail.com

SAWMILL CAMPUS

Our teachers are eager to meet with those Internationals on the East side of the city who desire to learn English as a second language.

Absolute Basics

We are ready to greet you with smiles and look forward to getting to

September 9 - October 28, 7—8:15pm, Sawmill Campus

know you through this program.

Cost: $15 Register: vineyardcolumbus.org/events/10845, registration

LANE AVENUE CAMPUS

is required

Serve in Prayer

Contact: Denise, denise.birkhoff@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Klodiana Tedesco, klodiana@gmail.com or bit.ly/serveatlaneavenue There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue

This 8-week class gives your student (grades 6-8) the opportunity to reflect on the most basic tenets of the Christian faith. It will also give them a safe environment to ask questions and grapple with

Campus. For more info, contact Klodiana.

the divine truths proclaimed by the church. Students will also have

LA VIÑA CAMPUS

a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. This class is for students in

La Viña | Service

any stage of their spiritual journey. Topics include: Church History,

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

the opportunity to begin to understand what it means to become

the Trinity, the work of the Holy Spirit, being a Both-And Christian.

Contact: Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.256.5254 or

Registration is required. Space is limited.

irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org

Alpha

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!

Wednesdays, September, 4–October 30, 6:30–8:30pm Sawmill Campus Childcare: Not available Contact: Laura Weiant @ Laura.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org Alpha is a space to explore life's big questions, to say what you think and to hear other people's points of view. Come on out if you have questions about faith, if you want to learn the basics of what life with Jesus looks like, or if you just want a delicious, free dinner.

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.

OCTOBER 2019

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

Journey to Oneness: Married Couples | Sawmill Tuesdays, November 12–December 3, 7-9pm, Sawmill Campus 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) Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org 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. Join us at our Sawmill Campus for this session.

Community Life Midpoint | Onsite Small Group Thursdays, September 19–October 31, 6:30–8:30pm

GIVING

Childcare: $5/child and $10/family (must register online) Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/midpoint Contact: Adrienne Ash, smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org Are you desiring to get into community, but aren’t comfortable with the traditional small group setting of meeting in homes? Maybe you're having trouble finding a group that works for you? Then you should try Midpoint! Midpoint is our on-site small group. It is a weekly gathering that consists of worship, teaching, table discussions and community in a familiar space—your church.

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 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!

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.

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

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

Community Outreach

614.259.5323

The following outreach opportunities are a bridge between our

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

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

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

614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org for general questions or contact the person designated for the outreach.

MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

books, contacting those who have overdue books and adding new

Men’s Prison Ministry Informational Gathering

inventory.

Saturday, October 12, 9-10:30am, Cooper Road Campus

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

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

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

614.259.5348

help with garment choices, garment printing and displaying.

You are invited to this meeting if you have ANY interest in serving

Career

in men’s prison ministry! Please join us, along with Juan Martinez

Career Assistance Ministry

an overview of various volunteer opportunities with Men’s Prison

Once a month September–December, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org Are you looking to take a step forward with your current job, to obtain a new role, or to accelerate your career? Our career assistance team is offering a practical, interactive and brand-focused approach to make your next career journey a success! This class is free, for more information contact Kent.Irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org, or visit vineyardcommunitycenter.org. Registration is open for October 10 class.

Career Ministry Volunteers 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.

Community Life Alpha Leader Training

from Kindway, as he shares his story of transformation and provides Ministry. Coffee and donuts will be served! Register by contacting Diane.

WOMEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org There are different ministry opportunities for women to serve at the Ohio reformatory for Women, Franklin Medical Center-Zone A and the Franklin County Jail.

Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project: Volunteers at Franklin County Jail, Franklin County Medical Center, and The Ohio Reformatory for Women Days and times vary (4 hours every other month) Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5348 Volunteers record incarcerated parents reading to their children, then we wrap the books and CDs and send them to the children. The AMSB wrapping group meets every 3rd Monday at the church from 6-8pm. Training is available.

Franklin Medical Center Parenting Class Volunteers

Alpha counter.

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

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

614.259.5348

upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information

We would like to offer more parenting classes for pregnant

and to register!

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

Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs Visit: vcsmallgroups.org

Reformatory for Women. We provide class material and required trainings.

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

Help Women on the Path of Emotional & Spiritual Health

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

Saturday, October 5

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

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

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

If you have completed at least one of the following Support for Life

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

classes: Emotional Healthy Women, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality

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

or Emotionally Healthy Relationship, 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 Saturday, October 5. Contact Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614.259.5348 for more information. 24

OCTOBER 2019

Training for Prison Basics

• Check-in Volunteers

Saturday, October 5, 9am-12pm, Cooper Road Campus

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

Contact: Diane Weiant for info or register in advance at

5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue

diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Chris Blosser, cblosser4@att.net

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

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

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

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

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

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

area of ministry, please plan to attend.

this opportunity to serve.

FOOD PANTRY OPPORTUNITIES

HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

Our church has two food pantries that serve the community of

Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach

Columbus. Please contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 5-8:30pm

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org, for important information

Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or

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

rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org

with parents.

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

Opportunities to Serve:

travel together as a team to various outdoor stops. Serve individually

• 5th Avenue Food Pantry

or with a small group. Please email Rhodie for details and to schedule

181 East 5th Avenue

all volunteering. Children 10 and older are welcome. If your group

Saturdays Only

would like to prepare a meal, we can help with costs

Free breakfast starts at 8am, food orders given out from 9:30-11:30am. Small groups of 10-15 need to be scheduled to serve at this pantry. Carpool if possible, parking is limited. • Northside Food Pantry

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

4664 Cleveland Avenue

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

Saturdays Only

Great outreach for the kids too!

Free breakfast starts at 8:30am, food orders given out from 9:30-11:30am.

VINEYARD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY GARDEN

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

Contact: vccgarden@cybercalvin.com

parking available for guests around and behind the building. Small

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

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

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

Rhodie Shreve for an info sheet.

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

• Kitchen Anchor Adult Volunteers

We have experienced gardeners who oversee this project and there

Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturday mornings, once or twice a month, 7am-1pm We are looking for volunteers to help set up the kitchen and

are year-round opportunities.

PRAY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH

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

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or

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

jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org

busy, but fun! Training is available.

Contact Jenney Rice to sign up for our prayer newsletter and

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

intercede for this ministry area.

Deaf Ministry

Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or

Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities

jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com

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

We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and

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

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

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

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

Health Clinics

Sensory Break Room/Buddy Connection

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

Contact: Christy Smith, 614.374.4859 or christy2311@att.net

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or

Befriend a child who needs an extra hand getting used to church

carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

and children’s ministry. If their special needs interfere with learning

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, dental

Jesus loves them, maybe they can meet Jesus through your

assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team members (Meeting

guidance and love. Become a mentor buddy in our nationally–known

God 301 required for prayer teams).

program called the Sensory Break Room. Serve on a rotation.

Media Arts

Special Needs Intervention Support Team

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.

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

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.

Special Needs Trust Planning Workshop Thursday September 10, 6:30-9pm, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: Not available Cost: Free Register: amanda.fessehazion@vineyardcolumbus.org Come join us for a FREE event with Dave Hess of Financial Planning Ministry (fpm.org). This event will provide education and estate plans for our congregants and close friends and family. The estate plans

next 18 months. This is a one year commitment.

are free! Dave Hess is also experienced in special needs trusts. This is

Security Ministry

when parents die, to pass assets down for their care.

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

a special form of planning for special needs individuals

Support for Life Caring for People One-on-One Saturday, January 18 through February 22, 10am-12pm Cooper Road Campus

interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.

Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Special Needs

Application: vineyardcolumbus.org/application-to-serve-as-a-

Bridge Builders 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.

614.259.5256 group-leader-or-mentor Registration is required. Life Support Mentors meet with individuals on a short term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. This training, taught by Pastor Lorie Kaufman-Rees, gives leaders actual tools and activities to use with others on a one-on-one basis to facilitate healing, growth, and a

Body Builders Class (Special Needs)

deeper personal relationship with God.

Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus

Become a Life Support Mentor

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.

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

OCTOBER 2019

Become a Support for Life Group Leader

Family ESL Hospitality

Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or

Tuesdays 7pm, Vineyard Community Center

614.259.5472

Contact: Abigail Skofield at Abigail.Skofield@vineyardcolumbus.org

Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

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

environment for those who are struggling to experience the love

refugee and immigrant families who come to learn English in the

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

community center; part of our programming includes providing a

support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that

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

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

of these families have, snacks need to be halal, meaning they do not

group related to the same issue.

contain any pork or gelatin and we serve an average of 60 adults and

We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:

80 children. We would love to see small group communities join us in

• Women with infertility issues

ministering to these families by signing up to provide a snack for any

• Victims of domestic violence

of our scheduled program nights. If your small group would like to

• DivorceCare for Men and Women

provide snacks for an evening, contact Abigail for more information.

• Support for families of LGBT+ loved ones

VC International Teams & Ministries

Family ESL Program Tuesday, 6:30–9pm, starting September 3–December 20 or for Winter ESL Classes, January 6–April 9 Vineyard Community Center

Amsterdam Vineyard Mission Update

Contact: International Ministries,

Monday, September 9, 7– 8:30 pm, Cooper Road Campus

international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org, or 614.259.5369

Come and hear from Brooke Christensen who just returned to

We need your help serving entire international families from toddlers

Columbus after eleven years with the Vineyard church plant in

to older adults in an educational and recreational program! You can

Amsterdam. Maybe you are new to VC and this is your first time

serve in a variety of ways and settings in this program, including

hearing there’s mission work in Amsterdam or maybe you are a long

teaching English to adults, homework help and educational activities

time financial supporter of Brooke and the mission team.

for children, and being on our hospitality team. No matter what

Whichever group you find yourself in you are welcome to come and

you do, it will be an incredibly fun and amazing way to connect with

hear about the beautiful work of God in Amsterdam, to celebrate

and serve people from other cultures. Please contact us for more

what has happened there and to pray together for Brooke as she

information on how you can help!

steps into a new season in her life. We will also spend time praying for the community and leaders in Amsterdam. Join us!

After ESL Drop-in Help Center

English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers

Contact: International Ministries at

Contact: international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org

international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

We need volunteers to help our international community by making

ESL classes (September 3 - April 9)

phone calls (contacting doctors/schools/utility companies/etc.),

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

reading mail, doing research on the computer, and assisting families

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

with navigating the tasks related to daily life and our government

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

systems. Volunteers need to be flexible, able to multi-task, have

Mondays, 11am–1pm

enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words as they

basic computer skills, and be able to communicate clearly and kindly

enter the classroom.

in a cross-cultural context.

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

International Communion Scripture Readers Contact: Ximena Lozada-Rosales Ximena.Lozada-Rosales@vineyardcolumbus.org

Fridays, 9-10am

We’re looking for more Communion Scripture readers to help at

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

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

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

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

are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation Table

celebrating the many different cultures represented here at Vineyard

Leaders.

Columbus through reading in your native language and sharing your country of origin, please contact Ximena for more information.

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International Friendships (IFI) Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or burchettjes@gmail.com International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus to promote friendships and show hospitality to international students at OSU. • IFI English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner Visit: ifipartners.org/culture–cuisine–church–small–groups.pdf Become a conversation partner and help students practice English, learn about American culture, and more. Individuals and families can meet with an international student or couple monthly for a meal or activity. • IFI Internship Program Contact: Estera Pirosca, e.pirosca@ifiusa.org Visit: ifipartners.org/interns.php#give (financial donations) IFI would like to place interns (20 hours/week) in the chemical industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media, and marketing. • Meals for IFI Friday Night Bible Studies Contact: Tiria, exec_assistant@ifiusa.org IFI always needs people/small groups to help organize, prepare, and distribute food at our Friday night Bible study when students and volunteers share a meal together. • Small Group Outreach for International Friendships Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or 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.

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm

Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School

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

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

We’re looking for committed volunteers to tutor refugee and

Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org

immigrant children on a weekly basis for the Winter school

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

semester. Come join the fun! Volunteers are required to complete

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

an application, attend a training, and consent to a background

for volunteers willing to spend time with our students. Volunteering

check. Please contact Andrea Tawney for more information and a

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

volunteer application.

love to have you on our team.

• Tutoring

VC Students

VineyardKids

VC Students Small Groups & Weekend Services Leaders

Be an AWANA Leader!

Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,

Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room

614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,

the Kidz Quest welcome center

614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

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

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

Weekend Services. Training is provided.

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

Vineyard Community Center

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

Artists Needed

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

Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

Kidz Quest Worship Team

Contact Vineyard Columbus Artists if you are a member of the church and interested in teaching an arts or crafts class.

Artists Small Group

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

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

Registration: bit.ly/VCKApp Contact: sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org or bill.manchester@vineyardcolumbus.org

Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

and motions in kids worship at Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road

interested.

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

Coaches and Referees Needed for Vineyard Athletics!

singers, motion leaders/dancers, guitarists (electric and acoustic), bass players, drummers, and keyboardists. We also often utilize other atypical worship instruments such as violin, cello, trumpet, flute,

Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or

etc. If you have a heart to see children come closer to Jesus through

jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org

high-energy, passionate worship, we would like you on our team!

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

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

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

Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers

Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop 2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm

Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or

Contact/Register: Sean Johnson,

carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org

sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org

Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse

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

practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team

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

members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).

of these questions, then join us for a workshop led by the Kidz Quest

Volunteers for Assisting Dance & Gymnastic Instructor Needed

Worship Coordinator on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2 pm. This workshop is free.

Vineyard Community Center

Kidz Quest Leaders

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

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

The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to

Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317

volunteer and serve in supporting our instructors. Previous

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

experience with dance and/or gymnastics is appreciated. If you

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

are interested, please contact Kathy Miller at

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

kathy.miller0806@gmail.com.

this summer and also starting in September.

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Worship Leader for ages 2-K Contact: Pam White, pam.white@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

Our VineyardKids worship ministry is looking for fun and energetic

Contact: Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or

singers who enjoy celebrating Jesus with young children (ages 2-K).

deborah.scott@vineyardcolumbus.org

If you would be available once a month during our weekend services,

Our women’s prison ministry offers a program to incarcerated

we would love to hear from you!

moms that enables them to record themselves reading a book to

Vineyard Women

their children. We wrap the CD and book to send to the children.

Vineyard Women Event Team

entrances and label “Aunt Mary’s.”

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

Automobile Donations

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.

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 use the funds for this ministry.

Dance & Gymnastics Clothes & Shoes Vineyard Community Center, Hospitality Desk Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to donate gently used dance and gymnastics leotards, tights, and costumes.

Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus

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

Contact: worship.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org

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

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

donation! Please drop off at the Vineyard Community Center –

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

Hospitality Desk (Labeled: Kathy Miller)

the Choir at Vineyard Columbus, please email Shannon Gott.

Other Opportunities Car Ministry 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 for you to participate!

Baker’s Delight Contact: Mia Byrne, 614.751.5083 or mtjondro@hotmail.com Calling all who loves to bake and have the heart to serve! We bake for the food pantry, Membership 101, single moms, women’s 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!

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

Men’s Reading Glasses Donations (Men’s Prison Ministry) We would love to have reading glasses for men in the prisons we serve, prescription 1.25 thru 2.75 strength. Drop off in our metal bins at the church entrances and clearly mark the bag for men’s prison ministry.

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

Pantry Donations (Community Outreach) Our pantries are in need of personal care items and we would like to focus on these items from May to September. Please help us collect the following: deodorants, 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner, razors/shaving cream, lotions and toothpaste/toothbrushes. We

Contact: Nicole, nicole@iamonevoice.org

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

We assist an organization that works with victims of human

our Cooper Road campus or the designated location at the campus

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

you attend. We appreciate your generosity.

body wash, body lotion, hand sanitizer, Dove soap , facial/skin care gift sets, journals, deodorant, lip balm, restaurant gift cards Donations for these items are items are collected on an ongoing basis at our Ministry Center and our Cooper Road Campus.

We accept donations of new children's books. Drop off in bins at

OCTOBER 2019

Planned Giving

Transitions Donations

Contact: Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or

Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby throughout

kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.

the week and during weekend services

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

Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship services.

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

Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org Thank you for your continued support! We currently need Can Openers, Sets of dishes (Sets of 4 are preferred),Toilet Plungers and Toilet Scrubbers.

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 ‘Project

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

Venezuela’ for the next several months. These items will then be sent

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

to Venezuelan churches that can distribute them to the populations

• We also need new or gently used receiving blankets.

in greatest need. Please consider participating in this demonstration

Thank you for the tremendous response to our request for baby

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

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.

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

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OCTOBER 2019

VC Students House Groups By Lizz Birkhoff

t the end of August, VC Students relaunched

scripture, discussion, prayer and community. It has

their own form of small groups, now called

also challenged me but also allowed me to ask the big

House Groups.

questions.” Selva also says, “It’s somewhere students

Kristen Selva, one of the ministry assistants for VC

can grow in community with each other and grow in

Students, explained that House Groups were not rebranding, but refocusing the vision of house groups for students. She said, “We want the house to be the focus--warmth and inviting. Small group has more of a bible study connotation--house groups has more of an exciting feel. It’s like if a house party and small

their faith. It’s so hard being a student with so much tragedy all around--having a space to be seen and feel connected in ‘IRL’ relationships where they’re being poured into and sustaining real relationships that will last. This is a key thing for our students to prepare them for what happens after high school. It’s way

groups had a baby.”

harder to be faithful by yourself.”

Studies have shown that students in this generation

There are currently two house groups for middle

in particular are more interested in feeling like they belong, rather than choosing to be religious. In fact, this generation is the least religious generation. For students to feel invested in house groups then, VC Students hope to captivate students with a four point house group design: 1. Energy: Get students energized as they enter the door by starting with snacks and games. “It’s a house party in 30 minutes,” says Selva.

school and two for high school located around our city. “The hope is that there is a culture of house groups established in VC Students that will lead to multiplying our groups.” House groups are led by adult leaders with occasional student leadership opportunities. As house groups are getting started, consider not only sending your students, but how you can serve alongside our ministry to help grow a culture of belonging and faith in our student’s lives.

2. Encounter: Students will have a designated worship time with a designated worship leader to encounter the Holy Spirit. 3. Engage: Students will read scripture using the DBS model. DBS (Discovery Bible Study) invites students to explore and observe for themselves in

To find out where house groups are located or how you can serve in student ministry, email kristen.selva@vineyardcolumbus.org or rachel.lyatuu@vineyardcolumbus.org.

the text rather than being taught something. 4. Experience the presence of God in prayer ministry (a Vineyard staple). Families might wonder why it’s important for their students to attend house groups. Keagan Stefanko, one of our high school students, said this about house groups: “House group has been a place that has provided me the space to be and has allowed me to cultivate my own relationship with Jesus through

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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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