Featured Article by Nicole Bromley
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 614.259.5235 Counseling Center Jackie WIlliams, 614.259.5409 Finance & Career 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 Dave Kuta, 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
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C O O P E R R O A D W E E K D AY
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Global Impact
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Spiritual Development
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Prayer Requests
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Cover Article
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Vineyard Growth Classes
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Volunteer & Serve
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Family & Marriage
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Give & Donate
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Adult Ministries
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Financial Stewardship Ministry
VINEYARD COLUMBUS PASTORAL MINISTRIES & CONTACTS
CARE MINISTRY
BUILDING HOURS Monday-Friday | 8:30am-10pm Ministry Center doors close at 5:30pm. Please enter at Worship Center doors.
Care Pastor, Ron Hitchcock Admin. Asst. Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365
Senior Pastor, Rich Nathan
Support For Life Pastor, Dave Kuta
Executive Asst. Denise Birkhoff, 614.259.5313
614.259.5472
Associate Pastor, Eric Pickerill
Visitation & Care Pastor, Anthony Cannon
Ministry Asst. Marsha Martin Ext. 5305
614.259.5364
Associate Pastor, Julia Pickerill Ministry Asst. Marsha Martin Ext. 5305
MISSION MINISTRY Mission Pastor, Daniel Nathan
WEEKEND MINISTRY
Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503
Weekend & Welcome Pastor, Amanda Pershing-Nash
Community Center Executive Director, Gina Watts
Ministry Asst. Nancy Handschke Ext. 5235
Admin. Asst. Ahdra Young, 614.259.5503
Connect Pastor, Kerry Davis
International Ministries Pastor, Bill Christensen
Admin. Asst. Diane Bailey, 614.259.5482
Admin. Asst. XImena Lozada-Rosales 614.259.5369
Worship Arts Pastor, Craig Allen
Volunteer & Value Life Pastor, Diane Bauman
Admin. Asst. Shannon Gott, 614.259.5310
Admin. Asst. Dianna Fairchild, 614.259.5318
Young Adult Pastor, Shane Huey
Life Support Mentoring Pastor, Lorie Kaufman-Rees
Ministry Asst. Davonte Butler, 614.259.5290
Admin Asst. Joyce Stewart, 614.259.5256
Children’s Pastor, April Murphy
Stewardship Pastor, Kent Irwin
Admin. Asst. Kristi Webster, 614.259.5466
614.259.5505
Children’s Pastor, Mike Szlapak Ministry Asst. Debi Leake, 614.259.5413
CAMPUSES East Campus Pastor, Charles Montgomery
COMMUNITY MINISTRY
Admin. Asst. Jamie Frisbey, 614.259.5245
Men's Pastor, Stephen Van Dop
Lane Avenue Campus Pastor, Andrew Oswalt
Admin. Asst. Nada Attallah, 614.259.5303
Ministry. Asst. Sandy Huizingh, 614.259.5242
Small Groups Pastor, Paige Goslin
La Viña Campus Pastor, Irene Casale-Petrarca
614.259.5477
Admin. Asst. Danalys Castro, 614.259.5241
Women’s Pastor, Marlene Nathan
Sawmill Campus Pastor, Scott Engebretson
Ministry Asst. Liz Ward, 614.259.5335
Admin. Asst. Myra Gaiters, 614.259.5439
MINISTRY RESPONSE TEAM If you’ve contacted one of our ministries and did not receive a response within a couple days, please reach out to our Ministry Response Team at 614.259.5371 or ministry.response@vineyardcolumbus.org. Please include your name, phone number with area code, and the ministry or person that you contacted. V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G
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g l o b a l i m p a c t The “Global Impact” section of the MIX is designed to share stories of how God is expanding his kingdom. For more info on International Ministries, email international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.
B a p t i s m S u n d ay An update from Brazil
We were honored again to have another baptism at our church! Similarly to Vineyard Columbus, the church gets so excited for baptisms; the worship band plays and sings while lots of people run to the front to get a better view and take pictures. I know I have mentioned this many times, but I love the symbolism of letting the person be completely immersed in water- being baptized into Jesus’ death on the cross and no longer being slaves to self or sin. When we raise them up out of the water, they are raised into a new life in Christ and are with Him forever. We are so grateful and we praise the Lord for these nine people who made this public declaration of faith. Each of the people being baptized wore a shirt saying “I Decided” and we love being part of the journey to support this decision.
F o r e v e r Fa m i ly A story from our Middle Eastern Worker
Five years ago, I had the chance to live with a family in North Africa for a week. They didn’t speak English and I didn’t speak Arabic; it was a challenging week but a week full of joy. I recently had the privilege to visit this family again while on a visa run. I was nervous they wouldn’t recognize me, yet the second I stepped out of the car, I was greeted with hugs and kisses and many “Alhamdulillah’s” (Praise the Lord). With all of the extended family living in the same house, we went through old photo albums and they showed the little ones how I, their “Auntie”, had visited them when they were babies. I went with the expectation to research for our medical clinic and was blessed with visiting this forever family once again; it was the sweetest visit and the Lord exceeded my expectations once again.
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A C a l l t o P r ay e r A story from Central Asia The other day, I sat with a Muslim friend, “F”, who I have known for about 10 years, along with four guests from America. “F” was vulnerably sharing about she often does not feel respected because every time she meets with these “evangelists”, they try to manipulate and convert her. She shared how she felt like her beliefs were causing harm to come onto her family and that they made her feel guilty and punished because she is not a Christian. Family photos were passed around and hard topics of fear, depression, and anger came up. “F” shared her heart’s longing for peace within her home. At the end of the time together, our guests asked if we could pray with “F”; we joined hands and did so in a way that was gentle, non-demanding, and genuinely loving. We asked the Prince of Peace to come into “F”’s home in a way that would be felt and encouraging, leaving no room for fear, depression, or anger. So often, we talk about praying for others, but in this moment, we each felt the call to pray for our dear friend and I believe she experienced the Lord’s peace as we did so.
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p r ay e r r e q u e s t s Western Asia/Eastern Europe
north africa
• Praise for a transition that was smoother than anticipated, for the
• Pray for my friend, “F”, who longs for peace in her home and
home and car that were provided, and the friendships we have already made here.
marriage. • Pray for those who come here on short-term trips, that they may
• Pray that our family would establish healthy daily practices.
remember what God reveals to them and take that with them
• Pray over our continued process of learning the language here so
wherever they go.
we can begin communicating in deeper ways with the people in our new community; we are easily exhausted and prone to headaches but want to persist in our progress.
• Pray for our neighbor country, who endures much hardship, to experience the sweetness and provision of God Almighty. • Pray unity, strength, peace, and discernment over our team, and
• Praise for the chance to meet a follower of Jesus that used to be Muslim and pray we can pursue friendship with him in genuine and organic ways. • Praise also for a successful trip to several villages where we could eventually move to and for the acquaintances that were made.
that we may continue to grow closer to one another and to the Lord.
middle east | caucasus • Pray for the house church leaders that are being trained, and that they may continue to find their source of strength and hope in their
brazil
relationship with Jesus for the sake of leading others to Jesus.
• Pray for spiritual, physical, financial, and emotional health for our
• Pray that as we develop and carry out strategy for increased prayer, we would see a Christ-led movement among this predominantly
family and our ministry. • Praise for the nine people in our community who just got baptized
Muslim nation, one that is empowered by the Holy Spirit.
and experienced deeper intimacy with our Lord! • Pray for safety, guidance, peace, and wisdom over Steve’s upcoming travels and ministry events. • Pray for Elba’s healing, as she has started getting migraines again after almost a year without them.
middle east | refugee ministries • Praise that my teammate and I arrived back in the country safely and with no problems after a refreshing and productive visa run! • Pray still for peace in this country and region, for wisdom and
central asia
discernment for those in authoritative roles within the government.
• Continue to pray for financial provision over the fund we have opened that is dedicated to an evangelistic outreach across the country, one that is focused on group multiplication and empowering participants to become leaders. • Praise over the birth of another healthy grandchild during our visit
• Pray against violence, corruption, and pride, and that God’s Kingdom would come here as it is in Heaven. • Pray for my team’s capacity levels; hope and peace sometimes feel hard to grasp and the brokenness is weighing on us. • Pray for the relationships that are continuing to form with the women in the camps.
to America!
east africa
southeast asia
• Pray over the safety of the Christians in our country amidst
• Pray for my continued adjustment to this new community and my
antigovernment demonstrations, violence, and intense persecution. • Pray for the Prince of Peace to refresh those who are exhausted and grief-stricken by the ongoing civil war here. • Praise for the accomplishments of recent short-term teams, who
engagement with the people here. • Pray over my home, that it would become a space for believers to gather and pray and for nonbelievers to encounter the Lord. • Pray over partnerships with local churches and believers who are
built us a volleyball court, two new classrooms, a teacher’s lounge,
learning about God’s vision to see people know Jesus across this
and a waiting room for our school and medical clinic!
nation.
• 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. 6
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Upcoming Class Date Sunday, January 26, 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus The following class will be held on Sunday, March 22nd. Learn more and register for free childcare at vineyardcolumbus.org.
Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No preregistration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1-12). Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan
Whether you’ve followed Jesus for a short time or many years, discover practical ways to mature and thrive. We’ll offer ways to read the Bible so that it comes to life, pray with more power, and live a life of holistic stewardship. Teacher: Pastor Scott Engebretson
Get to know and experience the Holy Spirit, sent by God to bring the Kingdom of God and his presence into our lives and the world. You’ll also learn how to follow his lead in praying for healing in people’s lives. Teacher: Pastor Craig Heselton
As followers of Jesus, we are all called to serve. Whether you have been around Vineyard Columbus for a week or years, you’ll find this class helpful in discovering where God wants you to serve and grow. Teacher: Pastor Diane Bauman
The purpose of this class is to train and encourage every Christian—to share Christ—everywhere, in every way, all the time. Teacher: Pastor Stephen Van Dop
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N E W T O V I N E YA R D
Marriage
Baptism Classes | Youth (Ages 10-17) & Adult
Journey to Oneness: Committed Dating & Engaged Couples
Saturday, February 1, 8 & 15, after services Sunday, February 2, 9 & 16, after services Baptism Celebrations: Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23 Contact: baptism@vineyardcolumbus.org Children's Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 or mike.szlapak@vineyardcolumbus.org Middle School Contact: Michael Doom, 614.259.5517 or
Saturdays, January 11 – February 15, 10am-12pm Additional two weeks for stepfamilies on February 22 & 29 (10am-12pm) Cost: $20 per person, includes required reading material and online relationship inventory Register: vineyardcolumbus.org
michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org High School Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or
Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org
santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org If you’re a new follower of Jesus, getting baptized is a public
considering engagement and engaged couples! Come learn
proclamation of your decision to follow Christ. To participate in
but required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus.
baptism, you must attend one of the required classes. Next Baptisms: Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3
Couples creating a stepfamily will be encouraged to attend
Open to all couples in committed dating relationships, those how to have the kind of marriage God intended. Open to all,
the two additional classes--come and get equipped to create a family plan that will prepare both you and your children for
Join A Small Group Visit: vineyardcolumbus.org/groups
success.
Contact: smallgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org
Journey of Hope
Doing life in community is important. Small groups bring people
Tuesdays, January 14 – February 18, 7-9pm
together from different cultures, life stages, and experiences
Childcare: Childcare is included, ages 1-12, (must register a week
for a rich community of worship, friendship, growth, and service.
Sunday, January 26, 2:30–5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus
in advance) Cost: $25 per couple Register: vineyardcolumbus.org Contact: Mindy, mindy.layman@vineyardcolumbus.org If you and your spouse are experiencing conflict or crisis in your
Teacher: Senior Pastor Rich Nathan
marriage, the Journey of Hope classes will help you find healing
Childcare: Register for free at vineyardcolumbus.org/vgc.
and direction. You will learn spiritual & practical applications
Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of
from pastors and marriage coaches to restore hope and trust to
Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No
your relationship. Couples who attend this class and meet with a
pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (ages 1–12).
Marriage & Family pastor are eligible to participate in our Journey
Stop by the small group area at your campus to learn more!
Membership 101
FAMILIES & MARRIAGE Family Baby Dedication Classes Classes: Saturday, February 8 & 15, 7:45pm Sunday, February 9 & 16, 10:45am & 1:15pm Dedications: Saturday, February 29 & Sunday, March 1 Dedication Application Deadline: Sunday, February 16 Contact: Beth Best, beth.best@vineyardcolumbus.org There is a limit of 15 babies per service. Class attendance is required for baby dedication. If you have previously attended a class for another child, you do not have to attend again. Applications are available at the Information Counter and online. Please bring your completed application to the class. On the day of dedication, please check in 30 minutes before the service begins. Next Baby Dedications: May 23 & 24
of Reconciliation (formerly, Begin Again) program.
Marriage & Family Relationship Coach Training: Become a Dating, Premarital or Marriage Coach Saturday, January 25, 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 sense of God’s love, grace and truth in your own marriage. Please register at least a week in advance to complete an online inventory beforehand.
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VC Students
Girls of Grace
VC Students | Middle & High School
Register: Online starting December 16th. Registration closes on
Wednesdays, January 15 – February 19, 6:30 – 8pm
During weekend services at all campuses
January 16. Class is limited to 12 girls.
Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,
Cost: $10
614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org
Contact: Glenda Martin, michellem661@aol.com
High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,
The mission of Girls of Grace is to empower the lives of girls
614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org
through a focus on God's creation of people, and how that
VC Students is our community of students from across the city
creation relates to self-esteem and self-awareness. The purpose
seeking to experience God and grow deeper in their faith. See you
of this six-week course is to focus on building and creating a
there!
positive self-image in the lives of girls. We will focus on Psalm
VC High School | Student Core Application: Pick up an application during high school services Contact: Santos Chaparro, 614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org Student Core is our leadership team where we partner with Christ to heal the world. We have so much fun doing God’s work together—join us!
Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith Thursdays, Beginning January 30, 2020, 7-8:15pm, Cooper Road Campus For kids in grades 6-8 Cost: $15 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 the divine truths proclaimed by the church. Students will also have the opportunity to begin to understand what it means to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. This class is for students in any stage of their spiritual journey. Topics include: Church History, the Trinity, the work of the Holy Spirit, being a Both-And Christian. Registration is required. Space is limited. (There is a $15 charge for the accompanying book.)
VineyardKids Awana Tuesdays, 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 register in advance.
139 and explore the definition of being fearfully and wonderfully made. Each one and a half hour class is structured around discussion, activity, and a take-home concept to develop a community of girls who love Christ, love themselves, and love others. It is our prayer to give girls a good foundation, for them to stay equipped and be reminded of who they are throughout life’s journeys, and to plant the seed that they are fearfully and wonderfully made throughout the circumstances of life.
Kidz Quest Leaders for Fall/ Winter Season September–February, Cooper Road Campus Application: pick up at the children's info counter Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 Jesus places the highest value on kids in the Kingdom of God. Teaching our kids to be like Jesus is extremely important. This cannot be done in just one sitting and does require commitment. It is through committed leaders that children learn the Bible, build relationships and have fun. Our leaders also will learn the Bible, build relationships and have fun. Please pray about being part of our team. We provide training, curriculum, materials and support. Qualified leaders must submit an application, pass a background check and be a member of Vineyard Columbus. We cannot wait to see what God will do through you!
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.
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Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop 2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm Contact/Register: Sean Johnson,
180 Men’s Recovery Group
sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org
Mondays, 7-9pm, Cooper Road Campus
Do you like to dance? Would you like to lead children (grades 1-4)
Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com
to connect with Jesus and celebrate Him? If the answer is ‘yes’
180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,
to both of these questions, then join us for a workshop led by the
including pornography, lust, and sex addiction.This ministry is
Kidz Quest Worship Coordinator on the 2nd Sunday of each month
open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and
at 2 pm.
the personal responsibility of men to pursue purity. We include
This workshop is free.
worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring, and
A D U LT M I N I S T R I E S
healing prayer.
Wise Guys|Proverbs at the Movies
Seniors
Wednesdays, January 15 – February 19, 7-9pm,
Phase III: A Ministry for Retirees
Register: No registration is required
1st Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am
Contact: nada.attallah@vineyardcolumbus.org
Contact: Ron Schmidt, rjsgar@gmail.com
Being a “Wise Guy” is not generally how we want to be known. But
This group is for people of retirement age who want to flourish
that is exactly the goal of the Book of Proverbs: wise men who
in the Kingdom of God. We have opportunities to have fun and
walk with God. Come and join the “Wise Guys” series to connect
develop deep relationships with other Christians our age, grow
with other men and discuss six great biblical themes of wisdom
personally and spiritually, and give back by serving (supporting
from Proverbs and how they find expression at the movies.
other ministries).
Vineyard Women
Singles Ministry
Cooper Road Campus
International Women’s Breakfast
Social Dance Classes
Saturday, January 4, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus
1st Friday & 3rd Sunday of every month, 7-9pm
Contact: Flo Gimei, fgimei@gmail.com or
Cooper Road Campus
Julie Franks, jufranks@hotmail.com
Childcare: Childcare available on Friday nights only for ages 1-12
We are a group of women from all over the world who meet the
Cost: For childcare only, $5 per child/$10 per family
first Saturday of every month to experience unity in Christ while
Register: Only for childcare
we honor our unique cultures and diversity. We share a meal, listen
Contact: Natalie Struttmann, nataliestruttmann@yahoo.com or
to a brief teaching, discuss and pray for one another. Please bring a
Allyse Huey, singles@vineyardcolumbus.org
dish to share, but if you are unable to bring food, come anyway!
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 is registered for childcare by the Wednesday afternoon before the Friday night class, then childcare will be cancelled. If you are interested in learning more about Singles events, please email singles@vineyardcolumbus.org to be added to the newsletter or with any questions.
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Mom’s Refresh Friday, January 17, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5/child, $10/family Register: vineyardcolumbus.org (for childcare by Wednesday, January 15) Contact: Sierra Stephanoff, sierrastephanoff@kw.com Cost: $5/child with a 20% discount per child when registering 2 or more children A monthly time for moms to gather together to build friendships and experience God. For more information, please contact Sierra.
Young Adults
personas que cualifiquen mediante los índices de pobreza de 150%
VC Twenty Weekly Gatherings
responde a solicitudes de miembros de la comunidad, a través
Sundays, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus
de las entrevistas realizadas en las clínicas mensuales. Luego
Childcare: Available
de completar la entrevista los clientes tendrán una consulta
Contacts: Shane Huey, shane.huey@vineyardcolumbus.org
de 30 minutos en un tiempo razonable, con un(a) abogado(a) de
Join us every Sunday evening at our Cooper Road campus for our
inmigración afiliada a AILA . Es probable que su caso sea referido
VC Twenty service. VC Twenty is a place for young adults from
a un abogado de la práctica privada posterior a la consulta. ICS
Columbus to connect. We’d love for you to come hang out with us
también provee representación legal a un limitado número de
at our gathering for a night of worship, teaching, and community.
clientes al año; dicha representación se determinará caso a caso.
Whether you’re a college student, young professional, or
La entrevista es el primer paso obligatorio para brindarle nuestros
somewhere in between, we’re saving a seat for you!
servicios.
I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Tipo de casos que manejamos actualmente:
Immigration Services
• Procedimientos defensivos de asilo
ICS Walk-in Clinics
• Otros procesos humanitarios
o menos, de acuerdo a las Guías Federales de Pobreza en E.U. ICS
• Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (“DACA”) • Visa U
1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm (January 15) There will be no ICS walk-in clinic on Wednesday, January 1 due
Por favor traiga a la cita los documentos de inmigración relevantes
to the holiday.
a su caso para poder servirle mejor. Todos los asuntos se
Contact: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or
mantienen protegidos y confidenciales.
jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org Cost: $20 payable at the time of intake (Intake & Consultation) Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services ("ICS") provides
International Ministries
humanitarian-based immigration legal assistance to persons at or
VC International Teams
below 150% of the US Federal Poverty Guidelines. ICS responds to
For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas,
requests from members of the public through our monthly intake
visit us at vineyardcolumbus.org/international. To contact our
clinic. After intake is completed, clients will be given a 30-minute
team, email us at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org.
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 caseby-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 kept privileged and confidential.
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 and our VC missionaries.
HELP & WELLNESS Vineyard Columbus Visitation Care Team Contact: Visitation Care Team, 614.259.5239 We want to come alongside our church and their families who are hospitalized, in nursing homes, in long–term care, or homebound. If you or a family member would like to be visited, please contact
Servicios de Consulta de Inmigración
us.
No habrá clínica sin una cita de ICS el miércoles 1 de enero
Funeral Needs
debido al feriado. Las clínicas ambulatorias se ofreceránel primer y tercer miércoles (Enero 15) 6:30pm to 8:30pm en Vineyard Community Center
Contact: 614.259.5372 If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and need funeral and pastoral care services, please call us.
Costo: $20.00 (Entrevista y Consulta) Contacto: Jeanine Winfrey, 614.259.5322 or jeanine.winfrey@vineyardcolumbus.org Vineyard Immigration Counseling Services (“ICS”) provee asistencia legal de inmigración en casos de protección humanitaria a
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Financial Stewardship Ministry
Health
Career Assistance Class & Coaching
Lower Lights Christian Health Center
Once a month September–December, Cooper Road Campus
6000 Cooper Road:
Are you looking to take a step forward with your current job,
• Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 8am–5pm
to obtain a new role, or to accelerate your career? Our career
• Tuesdays, 8am-3pm
assistance team is offering a practical, interactive and brandfocused approach to make your next career journey a success! This class is free (usually offered monthly), for more information
• Fridays, 8am-1pm 171 E. 5th Avenue: • Mondays–Fridays, 8am–5pm
and registration www. VineyardCommunityCenter.org. Students receive a ton of valuable information, including a self-assessment
Appointments: Call Lower Lights, 614.274.1455 (Option 1).
strengths finder’s book and resource. Class attendees qualify for
LLCHC is a faith–based, non–profit community health provider.
free coaching. Contact us for more information careerministry@
They see patients of all ages with Medicaid, Medicare, CareSource,
vineyardcolumbus.org
Molina, and private insurance as well as the uninsured. Whole family services are offered on a sliding fee scale based upon
Dave Ramsey | Financial Peace University Wednesdays, January 22 - March 18, 7–9pm, Sawmill Campus Registration: fpu.com/groups/1101834 (registration is only available through the link listed above)
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 at select locations.
Childcare: $45/child or $90/two or more children (includes all 9
Vineyard Free Health Clinics
weeks, available for ages 1-12). Payment for childcare is due at the
6000 Cooper Road, Westerville
first class.
Contact: 614.259.5428
Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University helps to understand and
Free Medical, Chiropractic, Dental, and Vision Clinics
follow Biblical financial principles and wisdom regarding money,
We provide free medical, chiropractic, dental, and vision care for
debt, generosity & building wealth. Develop a cash flow plan,
patients (ages 18 and up) who are uninsured OR have Medicaid
do smart buying, relate healthily with your spouse over money,
or are Medicaid–eligible with incomes below 200 percent of the
lay a foundation for purchasing a home, retirement and college.
Federal Poverty level. (No Medicare or other government–issued
Develop a life of wisdom and less stress. PRE-REGISTRATION
health care programs are eligible for services.) For more info, call
IS REQUIRED (not night of) cost: $109 per person or per couple.
614.259.5428. Si usted sólo habla español, puede comunicarse con
ONLINE ONLY AT https://www.fpu.com/1101834. Don’t use FPU
la clínica latina al 614.293.9906.
link IF you have a coupon or applying for assistance.
Designing Your Legacy: Estate Planning Workshop Saturday, January 25, 9:30–11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Register: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financial-ministry/ events Learn how to pass on your estate at death. Understand how to obtain a good estate plan and get documents done at no cost to
• Medical Clinic Cooper Road: Every Tuesday evening Walk in, first come, first served. Sign-in begins at 4pm. Patient visits begin at 6pm. We provide diagnosis and treatment of illness. Basic work physicals available by calling 614.259.5428 (option 6) prior to coming to the clinic. No lab tests, injections, or X-rays. • Dental Clinic
you. Seminar is informational, with one-on-one private meetings
Cooper Road (appointment only)
scheduled in December with estate planners.
Call: Fridays, 9–9:45am to schedule appointments,
Financial Coaching Learn more: vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/financialministry/resources Coaching sessions are available to give financial and spiritual direction, whether in crisis, struggling, or doing well, and want to be wise and follow God is this important area of life. One-on-one coaching provides you an opportunity to receive personal and confidential guidance, in a grace filled environment.
614.259.5428. We provide dental exams, X–rays, fillings, extractions, and cleanings. (No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics, or dentures). • Vision Clinic Cooper Road (appointment only) Call: Fridays, 10–10:30am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428. We offer eye exams and vouchers for free glasses to those who qualify.
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• Chiropractic Clinic
Anger, You, and God’s Word
Cooper Road (appointment only)
Wednesdays, beginning March 18, 6:30-8:30pm, Cooper Road
Call: Fridays, 10–10:30am to schedule appointments,
Category: Relationships
614.259.5428.
Contact: Walt, wpoupart@gmail.com
We provide evaluation and chiropractic care for those with pain
Register: Contact Walt at wpoupart@gmail.com
involving headaches, neck, back, or joints.
Do you struggle with frustration, anger, and rage? Has your anger
Professional Counseling Center Contact: 614.259.5409 The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors offer a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects of their lives. Starting September 2019, we will have a Graduate Candidate Intern who can offer $20/sessions.
hurt a loved one, a friend, or even a stranger? Ready for change? You are invited to learn the different aspects of anger and how to control it in a healthy and proper way. “Be angry and do not sin” Ephesians 4:26. Walt Poupart, a licensed professional clinical counselor will share the different aspects of anger for a six-week class, Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
Mercy & Justice
Celebrate Recovery
Orphan Care & Anti-Human Trafficking
Category: Addictions & Healing
Fridays, 6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus
Contact: Diane Bauman, diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org
Childcare: not available
Please contact Diane if you would like to receive updates and
Contact: celebraterecovery@vineyardcolumbus.org or
ways to help with our Orphan Care Ministry and our efforts to end
Dave Kuta, dave.kuta@vineayrdcolumbus.org
human trafficking.
Celebrate Recovery is a biblical, Christ-centered recovery
Support for Life
fellowship for those desiring to heal from any addictive,
180 Men’s Recovery Group
divorce), habits (like addictions to drugs, alcohol, or pornography),
Mondays, 7-9pm Category: Addictions Contact: John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or doyel53@gmail.com 180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness,
compulsive, or destructive behavior —“hurts (like abuse or or hang-ups (like anger, co-dependency, or pride).” Here you will find a safe place to share pain, struggles, victories, and hope with others focused on Christ-centered recovery. Meetings include worship, teaching, sharing, and fellowship. Come experience God’s
including pornography, lust, and sex addiction. This ministry is
love and power!
open to all men. We emphasize both the healing power of God and
Circle of Grace Group
the 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 Wednesdays beginning January 8, 2020 8-9:30pm, Sawmill Campus Contact: Sean at seanlucas3@live.com Category: Addictions
3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm Category: Relationships Contact: Dave Kuta at dave.kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org Circle of Grace is a discussion group seeking to explore how the church can be a safe place for people with same-sex attraction to explore their relationship with Christ in a loving, biblically-faithful environment. Discussions are focused around books, videos, and other resources.
180 exists to help men who struggle with sexual brokenness, including pornography, lust, and sex addiction. This ministry is open to all men. We will be focusing on achieving freedom from sexual sin through prayer, teaching, ongoing accountability and discipleship. Registration is required for this group, please contact Sean for details.
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Category: Healing and Relationships
Free for Women: Finding Freedom and Healing from Your Past
Cost: $30 for EHS course materials (book, workbook &
Beginning Wednesdays, February 5, 2020 for 13 weeks,
devotional)
Cooper Road
Contact/Register: supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org
Category: Healing and Relationships
Do you yearn to be emotionally alive? Support for Life
Beginning: Please contact leader for next session date Childcare $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 and up;
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Materials
recommends Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, a plan for The Emotionally Healthy Spirituality course directly addresses
must pre–register) Contact/Register Brenda Bixler at BBixler313@gmail.com, must
the reality that emotional maturity and spiritual maturity are
register by Tuesday January 21
inseparable. It is not possible to be spiritually mature while
Cost $15 for materials (The Invisible Bond by Barbara Wilson,
remaining emotionally immature. Learn through eight powerful
required reading prior to the study)
life changing sessions how to incorporate daily life rhythms that
This study provides forgiveness, freedom, healing and hope
lead us to a healthier relationship with Jesus and with others. If
to those who've been wounded by their sexual past, whether
you’re small group is interested in this course, you can sign up to
through choices of their own or choices others have forced upon
borrow the DVD sets. The additional materials (book, workbook
them. Discover the truth about sexual bonding, how it impacts us
and devotional) are available at the bookstore
and can continue to impact our current and future relationships.
to purchase. \
Learn to reverse the lies we've ingrained and replace them with
discipleship which can deeply change your relationship with God.
God's truth.
Families of Addicted Loved Ones 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm Category: Addictions & Relationship Cost: $10 for workbook Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 to 12; must pre–register) Contact: Melinda or Larry, VineyardFALO@gmail.com This group is designed to bring education, hope, support, and prayer to friends and family members of addicts. If someone you love is suffering from any type of addiction, please join us. It’s okay to get the help YOU need while we pray they are willing to get the help that THEY need!
Heart Families Connection Support Group Coming soon Childcare will be offered for this group. Supporting those who are foster parents and or adoptive parents, as well as those interested in either foster care or adoption. For more information please contact Diane, Diane.bauman@ vineyardcolumbus.org
Hearts Restored 8-Week Class Tuesdays, January 21 through March 10, 7 - 9pm, Cooper Road Campus
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Category: Healing and Relationships
1st Tuesday of every month, except January, July,
Contact: HeartsRestoredVC@gmail.com
and September, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus
The experience of sexual betrayal is traumatic and disorienting.
Category: Relationships
This 8-week class will feature teaching discussion, prayer and
Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1-12; must
testimonies from women who have seen God work powerfully in
pre–register)
their lives through their healing journey. We will cover topics that
Register for childcare: vineyardcolumbus.org
are foundational to God-led recovery including an overview of
Register: Kris Garwood, Garwood.2@osu.edu, 614.259.5472
what true recovery looks like, the effects of trauma, establishing
This group allows grandparents to share the joys and the struggles
safety, self-care, building a support system, setting boundaries,
of parenting again with those who understand. Speakers address
detaching, accountability, managing triggers, finding hope
relevant topics.
and planning for the future. The workbook “Journey to Healing and Joy” will be used, and there will be weekly homework assignments. To help facilitate safety and community the class will be closed to new participants after the first session. PreRegistration is required.
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Hearts Restored Support Group: Recovery from Sexual Betrayal
Not Alone: Healing from Sexual Abuse for Men
Tuesdays, 7–9pm, Cooper Road Campus
for 5 weeks
Category: Healing and Relationships
Category: Healing
Contact: heartsrestored@icloud.com
Contact: Chris at cw4prc@gmail.com
Hearts Restored Support Group is a faith-based outreach where
The purpose of this group is to create a safe place for men with
you will find a safe, confidential place to share with other women
past sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive further
who understand the devastating effects of sexual betrayal. We
healing. Together we will work through issues like shame, fear,
are engaged, married, separated and divorced women who do
and anxiety and discover the power of Jesus to help us overcome.
not judge each other but rather embrace that we are all on a
You are not alone. Participation is closed after the first week.
similar journey with a common goal. Support is a huge part of our
Registration is required for participation.
recovery. We have seen God do amazing thing in our lives, bringing healing and restoration. We are here to help you as others have helped us. This group is for and about YOU, not your spouse or partner. Sexual betrayal, whether it be pornography, emotional or extramarital affair(s), is traumatic and disorienting. Come let us reassure you that it is not your fault, that you will make it through this and that there is hope. We will share/discuss topics on some of the core areas for healing such as anger, identity, disclosure, setting boundaries, detachment, triggers, self-care, his repentance, forgiveness, and trust.
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
Beginning date: Saturday, April 18th 2020, 10AM-noon
One Minded in Christ 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.
Professional Counseling Center Category: Healing, Relationships, Loss, and Addictions Contact 614.259.5409 The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically–trained counselors offer a biblical approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects of their lives. We sometimes also have male and female Graduate Candidate Interns who can offer $20/sessions, with experience in seeing children, teens, adults, and married couples
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?
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.
Redefining Christ Please contact leader for next session dates, Cooper Road Campus Category: Healing Begins: Please contact leader for next session dates, Cooper Rd Campus For more info and to register, 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 come along side of them. Our goal is to springboard into a praying small group for further discipleship. No participants may join after the first class has begun, and preregistration is required. Each meeting will include worship and teaching, but the main focus will be on sharing and prayer.
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Roots (Men)
With God’s Grace & Dignity Keep
Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, Vineyard Community Center
Category: Healing
Category: Addiction
Online Support Group
Contact: Tom, brankamp@aol.com or Support for Life,
Also 2nd Wednesday of the month, April through October: 7-9 PM,
614.259.5289 or supportforlife@vineyardcolumbus.org
Cooper Rd Campus
This is a recovery group for those that struggle with life-
Contact: Francine for online invite at fknapp4590@aol.com
controlling addictions such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, work,
This group is for women who suffer from Fibromyalgia, Lupus,
or anything else that keeps you from experiencing the abundant
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Psoriasis, Type 1 Diabetes, or any
life God wants for you. Come join us as we share our experiences,
number of other autoimmune diseases. What you are going
lift each other up, and find hope and healing as we walk with Jesus
through is real, and is often misunderstood by friends, family
one day at a time. Although we are a Biblically based group, you do
members, and even doctors! Come and join us as we share
not need to be a Christian to attend. We are here to walk through
resources, discuss scriptural topics for encouragement, and
recovery with you!
support and pray for each other.
Sister Sister
Vineyard Community Center
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7–9pm Category: Healing
Vineyard Job Club
Contact: Elizabeth, 614.397.7764 or elzbthhwrd@aol.com
Tuesdays, 9:30-11am, Vineyard Community Center
We are a group of women who have all survived multiple tragic
Visit: vineyardcommunitycenter.org (weekly updates)
events and can help other women as we share as sisters in Christ.
Contact: Paul Nicholson, penicholson51@gmail.com or
We focus on outreach and discipleship, studying God’s Word,
614.832.0471
worshiping, and prayer.
Participants in this group will share experiences of their job
Still Waters: Peace for Caregivers
search and discuss challenges, strategies, and resources. The job club meets weekly for 90 minutes where we'll share job leads,
1st and 3rd Monday of every month,
receive group support, guidance, and career developer feedback
6:30-8:30pm, East Campus
followed by a time of prayer and encouragement. This group will
Category: Healing and Relationships
particularly appeal to those that have been unemployed for a
Contact: Dixie Vargo, still.waters.dixie@gmail.com or
while, and need more ongoing support and accountability.
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,
12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups Application: vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-spiritual-formation-2/
hope, peace and loving companionship. The 2nd and 4th Monday
Contact: covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org
of each month will feature an online meeting format for those
12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups are groups of about twelve
who may struggle to get away from their caregiving duties.
people who meet monthly for 12 months and whose members are
Unequally Yoked: Healing the Loneliness in Your Marriage
committed to intentionally deepening their lives with Jesus in the
2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm Category: Relationships Childcare: $5/child or $10/family each week (for ages 1 to 12; must pre–register) Contact: Laurel, jj2012tiny@gmail.com or 614.886.1749 We are a group of married women who feel alone in our Christian walk with our husbands. Please come and join us as we support one another, pray for our husbands, fellowship, and become Sisters in our Journey as we walk together with Christ as our ‘First Love’.
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process of spiritual formation. Frequent areas of focus in 12-for-12 groups include attentiveness to God in all things, solitude, silence, Sabbath and rest, learning and practicing spiritual disciplines, new approaches to prayer and the Scriptures, living in community, mission, experiencing the love of God, knowing God and ourselves, developing a rule of life, wisdom and discernment, calling and vocation, etc.
12-for-12 groups are designed for people who regularly lead or
Holy Spirit Encounter
serve in the church, and who want to build spiritual ballasts into
Wednesday, January 29, 7-8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus
their lives in keeping with the ways they are giving themselves
Childcare: No childcare available for January
away – groups are designed not to interfere with existing
Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org
commitments.
Join us for Encounter. Encounter is a time of worship, prayer
Group membership is by application only, and 12-for-12 group
and seeking more of the Holy Spirit together. Come expecting to
members commit to:
encounter the Holy Spirit!
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Meet once a month for approximately three hours
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Complete about 2-4 hours of homework a week (10-15 hours
Joyful Noise Worship Service (Special Needs)
per month)
2nd Sundays, 5:30–6:30pm, Cooper Road Campus
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Pray regularly for the other group members
Contact: Pam Newman, pmnewman7@gmail.com
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Purchase inexpensive books and materials as needed
Join our Accessible Worship Service for people affected by
•
Practice honesty, vulnerability, and confidentiality, both
disabilities and their families, friends, and neighbors. We have
during and outside of meetings
a worship band, brief message, and prayer time. Bring your
•
Give away to others what you gain through the group
tambourines and streamers.
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Fulfill other commitments specific to your particular group
Meeting God 301: Power Healing and Evangelism
For more information, and for 12-for-12 group applications, go to
Sunday, January 26, 2020 2:30-5:30pm, Cooper Road Campus
https://vcsmallgroups.org/12-for-12-home/. Questions? Please
Registration: vineyardcolumbus.org (childcare only) by
email covenantgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org.
Friday, November 8 Childcare: Free (ages 1-12)
ALPHA
Contact: Diane Bailey, Diane.Bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org
Wednesdays, January 22 – March 11, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm,
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.
COhatch – The Pub (across from The Cheesecake Factory), 1554 Polaris Pkwy, Suite 325
You’ll also learn how to follow his lead in praying for healing in
Contact: Kerry.Davis@vineyardcolumbus.org
people’s lives.
Alpha is a safe and open environment created especially for people
Meeting God 302: Discerning God’s Voice
who want to understand more about Christianity or for those who don't identify as Christians, and are open to learning more. Alpha is for your friends, family members, co-workers and neighbors who have questions about spirituality. If you have questions or if they would like you to join them, you should come too!
Deaf Ministry Events Worship Service Interpretation: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays, 9am Bible Study: 2nd & 4th Sundays, 9–10:30am Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com The Vineyard Columbus Cooper Road Worship Service is interpreted in ASL. We also offer a Bible Study in ASL.
Healing on the Streets Saturdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, 1-3pm, Corner of High and Broad Contact: Kim Beyer, kimberly_beyer@icloud.com Healing on the Streets is a simple way to reach out to our city. We set up chairs and coffee on a busy street corner and invite people passing by to sit down so we can pray for them. As we pray, the Holy Spirit helps us express God’s love as we proclaim and demonstrate that the Kingdom is - quite literally - at hand. No training required, just a relationship with Jesus. We’ll help you with the rest. We meet regardless of the weather, so dress
Sunday, Feb. 9, 2:30 – 4:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Teacher: Nancy Davis Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Registration: Required for childcare only at vineyardcolumbus.org by Friday, February 7 at www.vineyardcolumbus.org Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5 per child with a 20% discount with 2 or more children Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org You will learn practical ways God Spoke to his people in the Bible and today. You will also practice methods to sharpen your ability to discern his voice.
Meeting God 305 Thursday, January 30, 6:30 – 8:30pm, Cooper Road Campus Prerequisite: Meeting God 301 Childcare: Available for ages 1-12, $5 per child with a 20% discount with 2 or more children Registration: Required for childcare only by Wednesday, January 29, at www.vineyardcolumbus.org Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of God and freedom for the captives, creating conflict with the present evil age. This class will equip you to obey Jesus’ command to partner with him to set people free from the powers of darkness.
warmly!
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EAK OUT.
y Nicole Bromley
A classic public health
share my story to empower others to share theirs,
parable tells the story of a
and to prevent the cycle of injustice. I eventually
small village with a large
founded a local nonprofit organization working to
river where a man often
stop child sex trafficking (OneVOICE4freedom)
went fishing. One day, he
wherein I began raising my voice and raising
noticed a baby floating
funding for both upstream prevention work and
toward him. He jumped
downstream rescue work.
in to pull the baby out of the water only to turn
The heartbeat of our mission, though, has always
around to find another
been to “go upstream” — to get in front of the
drowning child. Then another. He called for help
problem of sex trafficking, rather than chasing it.
and soon many people were working frantically
Globally, we go into some of the most vulnerable
to try to rescue as many drowning kids as possible
poverty-stricken villages to teach and present anti-
out of the river. Then one helper looked up at this
trafficking educational programs and deliver life-
seemingly never-ending stream of struggling
saving resources to thousands of the highest risk
babies and children and began to run upstream.
children and families. Locally, we host outreaches
One of the rescuers hollered, “Where are you
to many of the most vulnerable populations in
going? There is so much help needed here.” To
central Ohio—homeless and runaway youth, youth
which the woman replied, “I’m going upstream to
who have already experienced sexual abuse,
find out why so many children are being thrown
foreign nationals, and youth who have been in-
into the river and to do something about it.”
and-out of the foster care system. Thirdly, we offer unique, specialized prevention education
This story speaks to all of us in community here
programming utilizing survivor-speakers in
at Vineyard Columbus as we partner with Christ
schools which has assuredly saved countless lives
to heal the world. Some of us jump into the river
from the horrors of trafficking. High-risk youth
to rescue those who are lost or dying. Some work
and populations are not only being equipped
along the shore to care for the ones who were just
with knowledge to empower them, they’re given
rescued. Others run upstream to find out who is
opportunities to feel seen, heard and valued,
throwing people in the river to begin with, and stop
instilling the confidence that they themselves can
them.
become a solution to abuse and exploitation.
As a survivor of child sexual abuse, I understand
If justice is what happens upstream — getting to
the power of rescue, healing and freedom in my
the root of the problem and making change —
own life. It’s what compels me to do whatever I can
then mercy is compassion in action and best seen
to stop other children from becoming victims and
through the rescuers and restorers, caring for
to promote hope and healing among survivors. I
victims. The eradication of sex trafficking requires
no longer live with my childhood secret; instead, I
both mercy and justice: both/and. That’s why it’s V I N E YA R D C O L U M B U S . O R G
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important for us to link arms with friends working
As we move into this new year, let’s humbly invite
downstream, those who are establishing drop-in
the Lord to fill us with a fresh 2020 vision and
centers, operating safe houses and walking with
remember Jesus' words: "Whatever you did for one
survivors through successful recovery programs.
of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine,
Our downstream partnerships and programming
you did for me” (Matthew 25:40). God calls us to
relies on the generosity of people at Vineyard
stoop down, to look beneath the surface in the lives
Columbus and other friends who regularly
around us, and to step out of our hiding places and
donate hygiene products, clothing, and food, all
make an impact for the Kingdom.
of which helps us meet basic needs and develop relationships with victims of trafficking that can lead
You may feel you don’t have much to give, but what
to lasting change.
you do have may be exactly what someone else is desperately searching for. So, be courageous. God’s
I have learned that whether we are upstream or
Kingdom is advancing here and now and He invites
downstream or somewhere in between, we all need
us out of hiding to be a part of it!
each other. And to fulfill our unique calling while not burning out, every single one of us must walk
You could change a life. You might change the
humbly with God every step of the journey (Micah
world.
6:8)
To get involved, visit onevoice4freedom.org or contact nicole@iamonevoice.org
Ending an injustice like human trafficking is going to take every one of us choosing to be part of the
Nicole Braddock Bromley
solution. In my book Hush: Moving from Silence to
Author & Activist
Healing After Childhood Sexual Abuse, I write,
iamonevoice.org
“If no one sheds light on what is being done in the
OneVOICE4freedom.org
darkness, it will never stop, and survivors will never know the truth that will set them free from the lies that keep them in bondage. Victims need their own voice to break free from their silent pain. But they also need your voice. They need my voice. Together, our voices become one voice, one that rings loud and clear as it speaks words of love and truth, of validation, acceptance, and comfort. Our voice will penetrate the darkness to expose sexual abuse and trafficking for exactly what it is. Our voice will lead wounded hearts to a safe, open place of healing. And as we speak out, our voice will reduce the risk of abuse for the next person, and the next child, and the next.”
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PASTORS RESIDENCY PROGRAM
PASTORS RESIDENCY PROGRAM Apply online at vineyardcolumbus.org by March 15th, 2020 Vineyard Columbus’ Pastors Residency Program will begin in September 2020. The residency will run for two years until May 2022 and will be led by our senior pastor, Rich Nathan. Residents will be part of a learning cohort of 4-6 participants. The residency program is a full-time salaried position with benefits competitive with the best Residency Programs in America. vineyardcolumbus.org
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Introducing Vineyard Columbus’ Pastors Residency Program Rich Nathan January 2020 In the spring of 2019, Vineyard Columbus engaged in a capital
an established track record of ministry and leadership, either in a
campaign titled “The Story Continues”. The Lord blessed the
church setting or in a parachurch setting. The residency program
campaign and we received $13 million in pledges to fund four new
is more of a finishing school than it is a school for those just
initiatives in the coming years.
starting in ministry.
New Campuses
What are the components of the residency program?
Over the next 10 years, Vineyard Columbus plans to start five new
There are going to be four basic components to the residents’
campuses in the central Ohio area, bringing our total number of
experience:
campuses to 10. Hands On Ministry: Residents will have an opportunity to hone New Leaders To lead new campuses and to plant new churches, we are starting a Pastors Residency Program to raise up new leaders. New Missionaries
their ministry skills by serving at one of our campuses under the direct supervision of the campus pastor. In that capacity, the resident will have the opportunity to: lead outreaches; build ministry teams; recruit, train, deploy, monitor and nurture volunteers and occasionally preach. Residents will also have the opportunity to be trained to perform typical pastoral duties such
We are committed to bring the gospel message not only to
as weddings, funerals and hospital visits.
audiences in Central Ohio, but around the world, especially to Muslim and secular audiences. We have 22 international workers
Rotate through Vineyard Columbus’ extensive array of Ministries:
on the field in 10 countries and as a result of the campaign we
Residents will have the opportunity to learn what they need to
have already sent out 3 new workers in the last six months.
know as senior leaders about building and sustaining healthy children and youth ministries; a small group system; support and
New Buildings Part of the money that was raised is going to renovate existing
recovery ministry; marriage and family ministry; strong operations and financial control systems, justice and mercy ministries, etc.
spaces (East Campus and Cooper Road) and to build or renovate
Mentoring in Leadership and Theology: Part of the time that
spaces for our future campus launches.
residents will spend each week will be with Rich to dialogue about
When will the residency program start? In September 2020, our Pastors Residency Program will launch. Our plan is to have a two year program led by our senior pastor, Rich Nathan. We’ll either do three cohorts with four residents or two cohorts with six residents. Our plan is to train 12 new pastors over the next four to six years. The residency program is a full-time paid position with benefits. The salary and benefits are competitive with the best residency programs in America.
leadership topics, to be mentored in preaching and to discuss a variety of key theological issues. Personal and Spiritual Formation: A major part of the residency program will focus upon building up the souls of the residents so that they may enjoy long-term healthy, sustainable ministry and marriages. Ministry is hard on marriages and families. If a resident is married, we want to help them to strengthen their marriages and families for the long haul. And we want to strengthen a resident’s personal walk with God via group and individual spiritual
What kind of person are we looking for?
direction.
The kind of person we want to apply to this program is someone
How can someone apply?
who feels called to be a point person/senior leader of either a Vineyard Columbus campus or Vineyard Columbus church plant. We’re not looking for people who are just starting out in ministry. Rather, we’re looking for men and women who have
Applications for the residency program will be online at www. vineyardcolumbus.org at the beginning of January. If you or someone you know is called and gifted to be the senior leader/ point person of a Vineyard Columbus campus or church plant, we would love to have you or them apply.
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Open Prayer for Healing Sessions
La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español y nos reunimos
Saturdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, 9:30-11:30am, Cooper Road
en la capilla (Chapel) en Cooper Road. Nuestra visión es servir a
Campus
la comunidad de Columbus, presentándoles el amor de Jesús y
Campus (Not meeting November 30)
ver sus vidas ser transformadas por el poder de Dios. No somos
Contact: Diane Bailey, diane.bailey@vineyardcolumbus.org
solamente una iglesia además somos una familia en Cristo.
Open to anyone with a need for physical, emotional or deliverance
¡Bienvenido como eres!
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.
Art Ministry Invitation to VC Artists for North Hall Gallery Exhibits 2019 Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com If you are interested in exhibiting your work as one of our featured artists in the North Hall Gallery during 2019, contact Holly Messerall. A minimum of 10 pieces required (more than 10 can be considered). Please submit a portfolio for review.
Noche de Adoración de La Viña 7-8:30pm, Primer miércoles de cada mes. Childcare: Hay cuidado de niños. Contact: Danalys Castro, danalys.castro@vineyardcolumbus.org Una noche de alabanza extendida, y encuentro con el Espíritu Santo a través de la alabanza, palabras proféticas, y un tiempo extendido de oración. An extended worship night, and encounter with the Holy Spirit through worship, prophetic words, and ministry time.
SAWMILL CAMPUS
Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith | Sawmill Campus Wednesdays, Beginning January 29, 2020, 7-8:15pm Sawmill Campus For kids in grades 6-8
Vineyard Artist Community
Cost: $15
Contact: Holly Messerall, vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com
Contact: Denise, denise.birkoff@vineyardcolumbus.org
If you are interested in connecting with other artists in the VC art
This 8-week class gives your student (grades 6-8) the opportunity
ministry, please contact Holly Messerall for more information.
to reflect on the most basic tenets of the Christian faith. It will
Campuses LANE AVENUE CAMPUS
Serve in Prayer
also give them a safe environment to ask questions and grapple with the divine truths proclaimed by the church. Students will also have the opportunity to begin to understand what it means to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. This class is for students in any stage of their spiritual journey. Topics include:
Contact: Kim Drennan, Laneprayer@gmail.com
Church History, the Trinity, the work of the Holy Spirit, being a
There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue
Both-And Christian. Registration is required. Space is limited.
Campus. For more info, contact Klodiana.
(There is a $15 charge for the accompanying book.)
LA VIÑA CAMPUS
Engage
La Viña | Service
1st Wednesdays, 7–8:30pm, Sawmill Campus
Sundays, 11:30am, in the Chapel, Cooper Road Campus
Contact: Dustin Jasinski, djasinskivcsc@gmail.com
Contact: Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.256.5254 or
Engage is a service of meditation on scriptures and listening to
irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org
what the Lord is saying to each person attending. Prayer is also
La Viña is an all-Spanish service that meets in the Chapel (la capilla)
available for special needs, congregational leaders, and programs.
at Cooper Road. We serve the Hispanic community of Columbus, showing them God’s love and watching their lives be transformed by God’s power. We are not only a church, but also a family in Christ. You are welcome as you are!
La Viña | Servicio en Español
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.
Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel), Cooper Road Campus Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale–Petrarca, 614.259.5254 o irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.org
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Community Life
be 2- 4 hours per month and for an administrator would be up to
Midpoint | Onsite Small Group
with work space and laptop.
Thursdays, January 9, 2020 - February20, 6:30–8:30pm
Community Life
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!
2 hours per week. The admin volunteer position could be provided
Alpha Leader Training Register/Contact: alpha@vineyardcolumbus.org or sign up at the Alpha counter. Are you interested in serving with our Alpha team for one of our upcoming Alpha courses? Please contact us for more information and to register!
Attention Small Group Leaders & HOSTs Visit: vcsmallgroups.org Did you know that we have a resource page just for our small group leaders? Short on time this week to prepare a small group discussion? Wondering how you can get more training? Need some tips on how to make hosting easier? Check out vcsmallgroups. org—a website with several Bible study options as well as other helpful tools. If you have questions, write us at smallgroups@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Community Outreach The following outreach opportunities are a bridge between our church and the people of Columbus. Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org for general questions or contact the person designated for the outreach.
Bookstore Volunteer Opportunities
MEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Contact: Jeff Baker, jeff.baker@vineyardcolumbus.org or
Contact: Diane.Weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org or 614-259-5348
614.259.5323
If you have any interest in serving in men’s prison ministry, please
• One day a week, 2-3 hours anytime from 12-5pm, Tuesdays-
contact Diane for information about current programs.
Fridays • Two Saturdays or Sundays per month, serve as a cashier for the 15 minutes before and the 20 minutes after the service you attend • Cooper Road Library volunteer: Volunteer once a week restocking books, contacting those who have overdue books and adding new inventory. • Volunteer with Printing: We have bought a direct to garment printer to help promote Christ and our Church. If you would like to help with garment choices, garment printing and displaying.
Career
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WOMEN'S PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org
Aunt Mary’s Storybook Project: 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.
Career Ministry Volunteers
Parenting Classes
Contact: Kent Irwin, kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org
Dates and times vary
The career ministry has experienced more people than usual
Vineyard Columbus partners with Action for Children in offering
looking for career assistance, in the last several months.
8 week parenting classes at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in
Therefore, we are in desperate need of additional new volunteers;
Marysville. It is the most requested class and we are really in need
two roles- career coaches and an admin, who would assign job
of help! This is an opportunity to meet with women in small groups
searchers to coaches. The time commitments for coaches would
and discuss the art of positive parenting. Training is available.
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Being a “Wise Guy” is not generally how we want to be known. But that is exactly the goal of the Book of Proverbs: wise men who walk with God. Join us for this series discussions on six great biblical themes of wisdom from Proverbs and how they find expression at the movies. See page 10 for more details. 25
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Bible Studies, Book Studies, Emotionally Healthy Classes
• Check-in Volunteers Saturdays (two per month), 8am-12pm
Dates and times vary
5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue
Contact: Diane Weiant, diane.weiant@vineyardcolumbus.org,
Contact: Chris Blosser, cblosser4@att.net
614-259-5348
Could you help out twice a month checking in people at our
Are you interested in helping incarcerated women grow in their
downtown 5th Ave. pantry? If so, we would love your help!
emotional and spiritual lives? Vineyard Columbus offers a variety
Please email Chris Blosser, our pantry manager, and talk with
of classes at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville.
him about this opportunity to serve.
Training is available. Dates and times of commitment vary.
FOOD PANTRY OPPORTUNITIES Our church has two food pantries that serve the community of Columbus. Please contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org, for important information about each location before serving. Children ages 7+ are welcome with parents. Opportunities to Serve: • 5th Avenue Food Pantry 181 East 5th Avenue Saturdays Only Free breakfast starts at 8am, food orders given out from 9:30-11:30am. Small groups of 10-15 need to be scheduled to serve at this pantry. Carpool if possible, parking is limited. • Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturdays Only
Food Pantry Volunteer Interest Meeting Sunday, January 26, following the 9am and 11:30am services, Cooper Road Campus Contact: hannah.shryock@vineyardcolumbus.org Ministry Category: Volunteer and Serve- Community Outreach In 2020 our food pantries will undergo a transformation by incorporating more fresh produce and choice to the neighbors we serve. There will be various roles in this new model and everyone will have a place to serve in the pantry. The changes will begin with our 5th avenue pantry and we want to invite you to be a part of what God is doing through our food pantry outreach! We encourage you to attend one of the interest meetings on Sunday January 26th following the morning services. And mark your calendar to attend a food pantry volunteer training on February 1st or February 8th!
HOMELESS OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
Donations Needed Do you travel? Do you have friends or family members that
Free breakfast starts at 8:30am, food orders given out from
travel frequently? We could use the hotel size soap, shampoo,
9:30-11:30am.
conditioner, and lotion at our food pantries for our homeless
If possible, please carpool or park along Chester Road to keep
friends. These sizes are perfect for backpacks. We greatly
parking available for guests around and behind the building.
appreciate your generosity and spread the word to any travelers
Small groups do not need to schedule at this location but please
you know!
email Rhodie Shreve for an info sheet. • Kitchen Anchor Adult Volunteers Northside Food Pantry, 4664 Cleveland Avenue Saturday mornings, once or twice a month, 7am-1pm We are looking for volunteers to help set up the kitchen and prepare for serving food, cleaning up, and closing the kitchen. Volunteers will be serving with 1-3 other anchor volunteers. It is busy, but fun! Training is available. • Monday Night Church Mondays, 6pm 5th Avenue Food Pantry, 181 East 5th Avenue
Homeless Wednesday Night Outreach 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 5-8:30pm Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org Help us bring food and supplies to the homeless living outdoors. We travel together as a team to various outdoor stops. Serve individually or with a small group. Please email Rhodie for details and to schedule all volunteering. Children 10 and older are welcome. If your group would like to prepare a meal, we can help with costs.
Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or
YWCA Family Shelter Breakfast
jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org
900 Harvey Court, Columbus, OH 43219
We are looking for small groups and families to plan, prepare
2nd Saturdays of the month, 6:30-9:30am
and serve a hot meal at our weekly church service at the 5th
Contact: Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or
Avenue Food Pantry. Please contact Jenney Rice for more
rhodie.shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org
details and to sign up.
Help cook and serve breakfast to the 50 families at the shelter. Great outreach for the kids too!
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VINEYARD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY GARDEN Contact: vccgarden@cybercalvin.com We are looking for volunteers year-round to help tend our downtown garden at 1455 N. 4th St. in the Short North area where produce is grown and then donated to our 5th Avenue food pantry. We have experienced gardeners who oversee this project and there are year-round opportunities.
PRAY FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH Contact: Jenney, 614.259.5370 or
Security Ministry Medical Response Team Contact: Jason Pierce, jp6797@gmail.com or 614.625.6216 We are looking for volunteers to help with medical emergencies that occur during our weekend services. If you’re a doctor or nurse with hospital or ER experience, or an EMT (Basic or Paramedic) and are interested in learning more, please contact Jason Pierce.
Security Team Members
Contact Jenney Rice to sign up for our prayer newsletter and
Contact: Rick Beer, rick.beer@vineyardcolumbus.org or (614) 512-4652 We are looking for volunteers interested in providing a safe/secure
intercede for this ministry area.
and warm/welcoming environment to all that attend our weekend
Deaf Ministry
services. We strive to reflect Christ well and Vineyard Columbus
Deaf Ministry Service Opportunities
Christ. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Rick
jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus.org
well. We welcome all skill sets and gifts unified in one purpose in
Contact: Angela Moore, deafvineyard@gmail.com
Beer.
We need skilled volunteer ASL interpreters to sign for adults and
Special Needs
children on a rotation at our Sunday, 9am Cooper Road Service.
Global Café
Bridge Builders
Global Café Volunteers
Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,
Contact: christy2311@att.net (children/middle schoolers)
Contact: vineyard.cafe@vineyardcolumbus.org
specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org (teens/adults)
New to the church or want to get connected? Be a part of our
Befriend a child, teen, or adult with special needs who wants to be
family of believers who get to experience God through service and
part of our church community.
fellowship. The Café is an atmosphere where fresh, made–from–
Body Builders Class (Special Needs)
scratch food connects the community with the love of Christ.
Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus
Health Clinics
Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,
Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers
Adults who are VC members are needed for our Middle School or
specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org
Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or
Teens/Adults classes with special needs. Can you be kind, laugh, sit
carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org
at a table, color, listen, pray, and sing worship songs? Join us twice
Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, dental
a month.
assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).
Media Arts Video, Audio, & Lighting Support Contact: media.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org We’re looking for passionate, quick–thinking people who value quality to support the sights and sounds of the weekend service. If you love to use technology to help people encounter God, contact us to start making a difference in your church.
Sensory Break Room/Buddy Connection Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus Contact: Christy Smith, 614.374.4859 or christy2311@att.net Befriend a child who needs an extra hand getting used to church and children’s ministry. If their special needs interfere with learning Jesus loves them, maybe they can meet Jesus through your guidance and love. Become a mentor buddy in our nationally– known program called the Sensory Break Room. Serve on a rotation.
Outreach & Connect
Special Needs Intervention Support Team
Care Caller Ministry
Contact: Amanda Fessehazion,
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
Sundays, 9am, Cooper Road Campus specialneeds@vineyardcolumbus.org If you have training in behavior intervention, special education, autism, and/or mental health support, consider being on call to help us create a safety net when the Special Needs ministry needs extra help.
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Support for Life
learning—will give you some basic group leadership skills on how
Caring for People One-on-One
situations, mental illness, and the exposure of sin issues.
Saturday, January 18 through February 22, 10am-12pm
Registration and a log-in to watch the videos is required. Must
Cooper Road Campus
register by March 27th in order to give yourselves adequate time
Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org or
to watch all four 45 minute videos before the lab on April 4th
to handle things like self-harm, suicidality, difficult emotional
614.259.5256 Application: vineyardcolumbus.org/application-to-serve-as-agroup-leader-or-mentor Registration is required. Life Support Mentors meet with individuals on a short term basis
VC International Teams & Ministries
to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered
English as a Second Language (ESL) Volunteers
prayer, and biblical guidance. This training, taught by Pastor Lorie
Contact: international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org
Kaufman-Rees, teaches leaders skills and tools to use with others
We are seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas for or
on a one-on-one basis to facilitate healing, growth, and a deeper
Fall ESL classes (September 3 - April 9)
personal relationship with God. For more information please
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, 10–11:30am (Cooper)
contact: JOYCE STEWART 614.259.5256
Tuesdays, 7pm–9pm (Sawmill and Cooper)
Become a Life Support Mentor Contact: lifesupportmentoring@vineyardcolumbus.org Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org We're looking to train leaders to meet one on one with individuals on a short term basis to provide a listening ear, supportive encouragement, empowered prayer, and biblical guidance. If you've
• Greeters: Our ESL students are eager to interact with people who enjoy giving warm smiles and speaking welcoming words as they enter the classroom. • Teachers: If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime and evening ESL classes.
benefited from the support and healing during a difficult life season
Fridays, 9-10am
or situation that has resulted in growth and freedom, you may wish
Contact: John Olver, johnolver.vc@gmail.com
to help others by providing similar one-on-one support.
• Conversation Table Leader: We have a vibrant ESL program and
Become a Support for Life Group Leader Contact/Register: supportgroups@vineyardcolumbus.org or
are always in need of volunteers to assist us as Conversation Table Leaders.
614.259.5472
Family ESL Hospitality
Application: available at vineyardcolumbus.org
Tuesdays 7pm, Vineyard Community Center
We are looking to train leaders to create groups that offer a safe
Contact: Abigail Skofield at Abigail.Skofield@vineyardcolumbus.
environment for those who are struggling to experience the love
org
of Jesus and the care of his community. If you've benefited from
If your small group is looking for a way to serve, our Family ESL
support and healing during a difficult life season or situation that
program needs you! Each Tuesday evening, we welcome in many
has resulted in growth and freedom, you can help others by leading a
refugee and immigrant families who come to learn English in the
group related to the same issue.
community center; part of our programming includes providing
We are currently looking for leaders for the following subjects:
a snack for every child and adult. Due to the religious values that
• Women with infertility issues • Victims of domestic violence
many of these families have, snacks need to be halal, meaning they do not contain any pork or gelatin and we serve an average of 60 adults and 80 children. We would love to see small group
• DivorceCare for Men
communities join us in ministering to these families by signing up
• GriefShare
to provide a snack for any of our scheduled program nights. If your
Dealing with Difficult People Saturday, April 4, 9 AM-1 PM, Cooper Road Campus
small group would like to provide snacks for an evening, contact Abigail for more information.
Contact: Dave Kuta, Dave.Kuta@vineyardcolumbus.org or at 614-
Family ESL Program
259-5472.
Tuesday, 6:30–9pm, starting September 3–December 20 or for
As a leader, you encounter a lot of the “mess” in people’s lives—and
Winter ESL Classes, January 6–April 9
often may not feel equipped to handle it! This online class—which
Vineyard Community Center
will also include in person “lab time” to practice what you’re
Contact: International Ministries, international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org, or 614.259.5369 We need your help serving entire international families from
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toddlers to older adults in an educational and recreational
• Meals for IFI Friday Night Bible Studies
program! You can serve in a variety of ways and settings in this
Contact: Tiria, exec_assistant@ifiusa.org
program, including teaching English to adults, homework help and
IFI always needs people/small groups to help organize, prepare,
educational activities for children, and being on our hospitality
and distribute food at our Friday night Bible study when
team. No matter what you do, it will be an incredibly fun and
students and volunteers share a meal together.
amazing way to connect with and serve people from other cultures. Please contact us for more information on how you can help!
After ESL Drop-in Help Center Mondays, 11am–1pm Contact: International Ministries at international.ministries@vineyardcolumbus.org We need volunteers to help our international community by making phone calls (contacting doctors/schools/utility companies/etc.), reading mail, doing research on the computer, and assisting families with navigating the tasks related to daily life and our government systems. Volunteers need to be flexible, able to multi-task, have basic computer skills, and be able to communicate clearly and kindly in a cross-cultural context.
International Communion Scripture Readers
• 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!
VC Students
Ximena.Lozada-Rosales@vineyardcolumbus.org
VC Students Small Groups & Weekend Services Leaders
We’re looking for more Communion Scripture readers to help at
Middle School Contact: Michael Doom,
one of the weekend services on the 2nd weekend of each month
614.259.5517 or michael.doom@vineyardcolumbus.org
by reading Scripture in their native language. If you are interested
High School Contact: Santos Chaparro,
in celebrating the many different cultures represented here at
614.259.5404 or santos.chaparro@vineyardcolumbus.org
Vineyard Columbus through reading in your native language and
Volunteer with VC Students in two special areas: Small Groups and
sharing your country of origin, please contact Ximena for more
Weekend Services. Training is provided.
information.
Vineyard Community Center
Contact: Ximena Lozada-Rosales
International Friendships (IFI) Contact: Jessica Burchett, 740.816.6518 or burchettjes@gmail.com International Friendships (IFI) partners with Vineyard Columbus
Artists Needed Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com Contact Vineyard Columbus Artists if you are a member of the
to promote friendships and show hospitality to international
church and interested in teaching an arts or crafts class.
students at OSU.
Artists Small Group
• IFI English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner
Contact: vineyardcolumbusartists@gmail.com
Visit: ifipartners.org/culture–cuisine–church–small–groups.
Come with ideas to share and plan a course of growth beginning
with a book study. All artists are welcome. Send us an email if
Become a conversation partner and help students practice
you're interested.
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
Coaches and Referees Needed for Vineyard Athletics! Contact: Jerome Smith, 614.259.5395 or jerome.smith@vineyardcolumbus.org Help with our Youth Basketball, Cheerleading, or NFL Flag Football leagues. We need coaches and referees for grades K-6.
industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media, and marketing.
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Vineyard Free Health Clinics: Volunteers
Kidz Quest Worship Team
Contact: Carol Achmoody, 614.259.5512 or
Registration: bit.ly/VCKApp
carol.achmoody@vineyardcolumbus.org
Contact: sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org or
Current opportunities available for doctors, chiropractors, nurse
bill.manchester@vineyardcolumbus.org
practitioners, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer team
Calling all musicians, dancers, and worship leaders! Each weekend
members (Meeting God 301 required for prayer teams).
over 400 kids come to worship Christ through live music, singing,
Volunteers for Assisting Dance & Gymnastic Instructor Needed Vineyard Community Center Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to volunteer and serve in supporting our instructors. Previous experience with dance and/or gymnastics is appreciated. If you are interested, please contact Kathy Miller at kathy.miller0806@gmail.com.
Volunteer with After-School Program: Middle and High School Monday-Friday, 3-6pm, September-April Contact: VCCMSHS@vineyardcolumbus.org Are you a math-wiz? Do you enjoy working with students? The middle and high school after school program is looking for math tutors for our students! Any consistent availability (only Mondays, every other day, etc.) is welcomed. Are you working in Finance, Agriculture or Health Science? Are you willing to be on a career panel? Our middle and high school students are going to be learning about these career clusters in the near future, and we are in need of guest panelists!
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.
Kidz Quest Worship: Motion Leaders Workshop 2nd Sunday of each month, 2pm Contact/Register: Sean Johnson, sean.johnson@vineyardcolumbus.org Do you like to dance? Would you like to lead children (grades 1-4) to connect with Jesus and celebrate Him? If the answer is ‘yes’ to both of these questions, then join us for a workshop led by the Kidz Quest Worship Coordinator on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2 pm. This workshop is free.
Kidz Quest Leaders Application: Pick up one at the children’s info desk Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317
VineyardKids
Jesus said that if we are to inherit the kingdom of God we need
Be an AWANA Leader!
we hang with kids more often to learn to be like them? We have
Tuesdays, September through May, 6:15-9pm
opportunities this summer and also starting in September.
Cooper Road Campus, Multi-Purpose Room Application: Pick up an application from the children’s info desk or the Kidz Quest welcome center Contact: Mike Szlapak, 614.259.5317 We are accepting applications for people who desire to invest in our kids and disciple them. We have a curriculum, ongoing training, and a team to work with. We are flexible when you need time off and offer the fringe benefit of being loved by the kids and leaders. To make disciples we focus on scripture memory, friendship, and fun.
to humble ourselves as little children. If this is true, why don’t
Worship Leader for ages 2-K Contact: Pam White, pam.white@vineyardcolumbus.org Our VineyardKids worship ministry is looking for fun and energetic singers who enjoy celebrating Jesus with young children (ages 2-K). If you would be available once a month during our weekend services, we would love to hear from you!
Vineyard Women Vineyard Women Event Team Contact: Liz Ward, liz.ward@vineyardcolumbus.org We are looking for women who enjoy meeting people, serving others, and offering hospitality to join our Event Team. We need help promoting the event, administrative help, decorating, greeting, registration, and more. We have fun serving together— please join us!
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Worship Arts
Automobile Donations
Serve with Worship Arts
Donations of all kinds of cars are accepted, and we provide a
Contact: Mandi, 614.259.5384
Contact: worship.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org
receipt for tax purposes. Well-maintained cars or small/medium-
The Worship Arts Ministry is looking for experienced musicians
sized SUVs are provided to a person or family. High mileage cars
(all instruments and vocalists) for all worship teams. We are also
are okay in fairly good condition. We sell cars in poor condition and
looking for bilingual vocalists.
use the funds for this ministry.
Join the Choir at Vineyard Columbus
Blanket Collection for Homeless Outreach
Contact: worship.arts@vineyardcolumbus.org
Contact: Rhodie.Shreve@vineyardcolumbus.org
Our desire is to join together and sing praises to him. If you are
We our looking for blanket donations to hand out at our
musically gifted, sense God’s calling, and would like to be a part of
Wednesday night outreach as the winter months get closer.
the Choir at Vineyard Columbus, please email Shannon Gott.
Please place new or clean, gently used blankets-all sizes-in the
Other Opportunities
Community Outreach wire bins found at the VC main campus
Car Ministry
locations. Let us also know if your small group, family,
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
entrances. Please donate at campuses through designated neighborhood or work place might like to organize a blanket drive! This collection will run through the end of February.
Dance & Gymnastics Clothes & Shoes Vineyard Community Center, Hospitality Desk
Contact: Mia Byrne, 614.751.5083 or mtjondro@hotmail.com
Contact: Kathy Miller, kathy.miller0806@gmail.com
Calling all who loves to bake and have the heart to serve! We
The dance and gymnastics program is looking for people to donate
bake for the food pantry, Membership 101, single moms, women’s
gently used dance and gymnastics leotards, tights, and costumes.
ministry events, LaVina, children’s volunteers, nursing homes, and
In addition, tap, ballet, and jazz shoes are appreciated. Sizes
others. Great serving opportunity with families, friends, and small
X-Small Child through Large Adult. Thank you for your generous
groups who are looking for outreach opportunities. Please join us!
donation! Please drop off at the Vineyard Community Center –
G I V E & D O N AT E
Hospitality Desk (Labeled: Kathy Miller)
Anti-Human Trafficking
Men’s Reading Glasses Donations (Men’s Prison Ministry)
Contact: Nicole, nicole@iamonevoice.org
We would love to have reading glasses for men in the prisons we
We assist an organization that works with victims of human
serve, prescription 1.25 thru 2.75 strength. Drop off in our metal
trafficking by providing the following items: nail polish, face wash,
bins at the church entrances and clearly mark the bag for men’s
body wash, body lotion, hand sanitizer, Dove soap , facial/skin
prison ministry.
care gift sets, journals, deodorant, lip balm, restaurant gift cards Donations for these items are items are collected on an ongoing
Online Giving & TEXT to Give
basis at our Ministry Center and our Cooper Road Campus.
Contact: 614.259.5443 or
Aunt Mary’s StoryBook Project: Children’s Book Donations Needed
You can make a one-time offering or you can schedule regular
The prison ministry visits incarcerated women once a month
your amount to 614.333.0330 and follow the prompts. For more
to record incarcerated mothers reading books to their children.
info, contact our Finance department.
Books are wrapped with the CD and mailed to the kids. We accept
If you’ve had an address change, please be sure to update at
new and like-new children’s books as donations from age range
www.vineyardcolumbus.org. Click Sign In to access or create
newborn – 18 years. Book suggestions: classics, “I love you” books,
your account. Contact: vineyard.giving@vineyardcolumbus.org or
Christian or morally based, Bibles for teens, board and chapter
Marilyn at 614-259-5443.
Vineyard.Finance@vineyardcolumbus.org giving by visiting vineyardcolumbus.org/give. You can also TEXT
books. Please drop your bagged/boxed books in the Community Outreach metal bins to the attention of Community Outreach/ Prison Ministry.
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ofrecer ayuda a los Venezolanos enviándoles algunos
Contact: vineyard.giving@vineyardcolumbus.org
de estos productos. En las entradas de la Iglesia habrá
You can now view your contribution statement
zonas designadas para el “Proyecto Esperanza Venezuela”,
electronically. Log on to www.vineyardcolumbus.org/
ustedes podrán colocar sus donaciones en los próximos
give. Click eStatements. You can then go to www.
meses. Nosotros estaremos enviando estas donaciones a
vineyardcolumbus.org/mycontributions.
Iglesias en Venezuela las cuales distribuirán las donaciones
Pantry Donations (Community Outreach)
a las poblaciones de mayor necesidad como ancianatos y personas de bajos recursos. Por favor considere participar
Our pantries are in need of personal care items and we
en esta gran demostración de amor por nuestros
would like to focus on these items from May to September.
hermanos Venezolanos. Por favor no botellas de vidrio.
Please help us collect the following: deodorants, 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner, razors/shaving cream, lotions and toothpaste/toothbrushes. We also love these in travel size! Please drop off in the metal bins at our Cooper Road campus or the designated location at the campus you attend. We appreciate your generosity.
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
Planned Giving
Higene personal: Vitaminas (adultos y niños), formula
Contact: Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or
infantil, pañales, comida de bebés, jabón de baño, pasta
kent.irwin@vineyardcolumbus.org.
dental, champú, acondicionador, cepillos de dientes,
If you would like to discuss estate planning, contact Kent
desodorante- antiperspirante, papel higiénico
Irwin.
Transitions Donations
Project Venezuela
Cooper Road Donation Drop–off: Ministry Center lobby
Contact: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.
throughout the week and during weekend services
org, 614.259.5254
Campus Donation Drop–off: During weekend worship
Due to the severe economic crisis and political upheaval
services.
in Venezuela, there is a severe shortage of food, medicine
Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org
and other basic needs. We want to offer some relief to
We are looking for small groups or individuals who want
this country by sending some of these necessary items.
to adopt a kitchen for the holidays! You would donate
There will be designated containers at the entrance of the
Cookware, dishes, silverware and dish towels!
church where you can donate items to ‘Project Venezuela’ for the next several months. These items will then be sent to Venezuelan churches that can distribute them to the populations in greatest need. Please consider participating in this demonstration of God’s love. Please do not bring glass items. Specific items needed: Non-perishables: Rice, sugar, pasta, dry beans, corn or wheat flour, powdered milk, vegetable or canola oil, peanut butter, jelly, crackers, sardines, canned beans, tuna, canned meat, vegetable cans, jell-o, cereal
Contact Diane Bauman for more information, or drop off donations at Cooper Rd campus weekdays 8:30-5:00 or anytime on weekends.
Value Life Donations Contact: diane.bauman@vineyardcolumbus.org • Diapers: We accept all sizes. Our most needed sizes are 1, 4 and 5 • Formula: All Gerber types, Similac Advance and Similac Isomil • We also need new or gently used receiving blankets.
Hygiene: Vitamins (adult & child), diapers, wipes, infant formula, baby food, toilet paper, soap, toothpaste,
Value Life needs donations of receiving blankets, Newborn
toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant
sleepers and onesies. Please drop off in the Ministry
Proyecto Esperanza Venezuela
Center Lobby—Value Life Donations containers.
Contacto: Irene Casale, Irene.casale@vineyardcolumbus.
Yarn Donations Needed for Baby Blankets
org o 614.259.5254
Our ministry has received an offer from the ladies at the
Debido a la gran crisis tanto económica como política que
Ohio Reformatory for Women to make 25 crocheted baby
Venezuela está viviendo en los últimos años, nuestros
blankets for Vineyard’s Value Life ministry and we are
hermanos en ese país están sufriendo una escasez enorme
truly excited to have this opportunity! The women in the
de medicinas, comida y productos básicos diarios. Por
prison will crochet these blankets but we need your help
esa razón nosotros en La Viña de Columbus queremos
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
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Tiffany Fluellen.
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. This course if for your friends, family members, co-workers and neighbors who have questions about spirituality, and if you have questions, you should come too! Dates: January 22nd & 29th February 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th March 4th & 11th Event Time: | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Learn more on page 16
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