Ministry Contacts
Vineyard Columbus Pastors
Bookstore
Rich Nathan Senior Pastor
Jeff Baker, 614.259.5323
Executive Asst. Shelley McWherter, 614.259.5313
Stephen Van Dop, 614.259.5303
Admin. Asst. Calah Todd, 614.259.5245
Admin. Asst. Deb George, 614.259.5358
Admin. Asst. Macy McPeek, 614.259.5369
Admin. Asst., 614.259.5341
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Admin. Asst. Calah Todd, 614.259.5245
4. In Praise of Faithfulness
Admin. Asst. Danielle Evans, 614.259.5310
Executive Asst. Shelley McWherter, 614.259.5313
Admin. Asst. Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441
Admin. Asst. Dawn Stickel, 614.259.5503
Admin. Asst. Jeannine Panovich, 614.259.5316
Admin. Asst. Jessica Schultek, 614.259.5235
Admin. Asst. Calah Todd, 614.259.5245
Admin. Asst. Deb George, 614.259.5358
Admin. Asst. Richelle Chaffin, 614.259.5415
Admin. Asst. Dawn Stickel, 614.259.5503
Admin. Asst., 614.259.5341
Admin. Asst. Debbie Johnson, 614.259.5289
Admin. Asst. Liz Ward, 614.259.5335
Admin. Asst. Tina Pinardi, 614.259.5305
Admin. Asst. Laura Wallace, 614.259.5390
Admin. Asst. Calah Todd, 614.259.5245
Admin. Asst. Joyce Shuster, 614.259.5303
Admin. Asst. Valerie Middleton, 614.259.5242
Church Planting
Andrew Oswalt Lane Avenue Campus Pastor
Community Center
Andy Saperstein Community Life Pastor
Dawn Stickel, 614.259.5503
Connect
Bill Christensen Associate & International Ministries Pastor
Joyce Shuster, 614.259.5303
Counseling Center
Brett Evans Fusion: Middle School Pastor
Sarah Porto, 614.259.5409
Empowered Life
Valerie Middleton, 614.259.5242
Financial Ministry
Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505
FUSION: High School
Ellie Detrich, 614.259.5468
FUSION: Middle School
Michael Doom, 614.259.5517
Global Café
Benson Endicott, 614.259.5463
International Ministries
Macy McPeek, 614.259.5369
Joshua House
Richelle Chaffin, 614.259.5415
Marriage & Family Life
Laura Wallace, 614.259.5390
Men’s Life
Andy Saperstein, 614.259.5358
Phase III
Contents by Rich Nathan
6. Global Impact
11. Connect
14. Grow
18. Serve & Lead
22. Grateful and Thriving by Elizabeth B. Crawford
24. Give & Receive
26. September Calendar
614.259.5236
Singles
Sher Isaacs, 614.259.5328
Small Groups Life
Deb George, 614.259.5358
Support for Life
Debbie Johnson, 614.259.5289
Urban Ministry
Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441
Value Life
Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318
VineyardKids
Tina Pinardi, 614.259.5305
Vineyard Institute
Ahdra Young, 614.259.5340
Women
Liz Ward, 614.259.5335
Worship Arts
Danielle Evans, 614.259.5310
Weekday Building Hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Ministry Center doors only open
Monday-Friday 5-10pm
South Main Lobby doors only open
Charles Montgomery East Campus Pastor Craig Allen Worship Arts Pastor Craig Heselton Executive Pastor
Dan Franz Urban Ministry Pastor
Daniel Nathan Community Center Pastor Diane Bauman Volunteer & Value Life Pastor Insoo Kim Ministry Strategies Pastor Irene Casale-Petrarca La Viña Campus Pastor John Cook Adult Education Pastor Jonathan Rue Young Adult Pastor
Service Times & Locations Cooper Road Campus
6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, OH 43081
Saturdays, 6pm and Sundays, 9am & 11:30am
La Viña de Columbus
Spanish-Speaking Service at Cooper road Campus
Sundays, 11:30am
Joshua House
20-Somethings at Cooper Road Campus
Sundays, 6pm
Sawmill Campus
6561 Dublin Center Drive Dublin, OH 43017
Sundays, 9am & 11am
Lane Avenue Campus
The Ohio 4-H Center 2201 Fred Taylor Drive Columbus, OH 43210
Sundays, 10am
East Campus
Berwick Altn. Elem. School 2655 Scottwood Road Columbus, OH 43209
Sundays, 10am
Kerry Davis Community Center Pastor Kerry Davis Fusion: High School Pastor Kwesi Kambon Community Relations & Special Projects Pastor, 614.259.5237 Lorie Kaufman-Rees Support for Life Pastor Marlene Nathan Women’s Pastor Mike Szlapak Children’s Pastor Ron Hitchcock Marriage & Family Life Pastor Scott Engebretson Sawmill Campus Pastor Stephen Van Dop Church Extension & Evangelism Pastor Sue Burkett Discipleship & Empowered Life Pastor
Pastors may be reached by contacting his/her assistant at the extension given. All staff members are listed at vineyardcolumbus.org.
IN PRAISE OF FAITHFULNESS:
A Tr i b u t e t o L i n d a H e s e l t o n U p o n H e r R e t i r e m e n t A f t e r 2 5 Ye a r s A s O u r C h i l d r e n’ s P a s t o r R I C H N AT H A N C O N G R E G AT I O N A L L E T T E R SEPTEMBER 2014
FROM BILL CHRISTENSEN
I n t e r n a t i o n a l M i n i s t r i e s Pa s t o r It has been my great pleasure to be a friend and fellow co-worker
We have worked together for so long that I draw strength from
with Linda for over 17 years. I recently read an autobiography of a
Linda. Often God places others in our lives so we can draw strength
well-known novelist who said that his life pursuit is to examine
from them, and now with Linda retiring I will have to draw my
what makes certain people revolutionaries, world changers. He
strength from the Lord in a new way.
calls these people “the committed ones.” That’s Linda. And Linda has never been committed in an unfocused way. She has diligently stayed focused on what Jesus affirms as those most priceless in
2 . Linda’s passionate advocacy for children – It is not easy to do
Columbus’ first senior pastor was to hire Linda Heselton to oversee
children’s ministry in any church. Kids are tucked away in another
our VineyardKids’ Ministry. And for 25 years we’ve worked side-by-
part of the building (in some churches, in the basement and in
side in serving this wonderful church.
spaces that no adult would want to occupy). Christians today are
Linda is now retiring (not from Christian service, of course – one never retires from that) as our children’s pastor. Why has Linda been such a gift to the Vineyard (and to me)? Four things immediately come to mind: 1 . Linda’s faithfulness – The older I get the more I admire people
who simply show up. As pastor, I’ve met literally hundreds of people over the years who were super-excited, who seemed to be everywhere in the church for six months, and then who never showed up again. The people I respect the most are folks who show up week after week and year after year – folks I know we can count on, as Paul says, “in season and out of season,” when it’s convenient and when it’s inconvenient. Linda is certainly one of those people. As you can imagine, there have been lots of ups and downs in children’s ministry over the years. It is not easy to recruit hundreds of volunteers to serve kids week in and week out. There have been times when it looked like we weren’t going to get the teachers we needed. There have been times of anxiety and stress, times of frustration and weariness, as well as times of great joy and celebration. In good times and bad, Linda showed up. I have huge admiration for this one simple fact: for 25 years Linda rendered
not very different from the disciples of Jesus, who pushed kids into the background, because children didn’t seem very important. Linda has tirelessly advocated for the importance of children for a quarter of a century. Hundreds of times in the last 25 years I heard Linda underline the simple fact that kids are people, too, and that kids don’t have a different Holy Spirit than adults have. 3 . Linda broke stereotypes – When Linda was hired, our church
did not believe in women pastors. Coordinators, yes; Children’s Ministry Directors, fine. But pastors? Not in the 1980s. It was Linda and a few women like Linda, who became the vanguard for a generation of women who shattered the glass ceiling of gender discrimination at Vineyard Columbus. There is another stereotype that Linda has broken over the years. That is the stereotype of what an “Upper Arlington girl” ought to be like. Those who don’t know Linda well think of her as the model of suburban propriety. But I’ve watched Linda leap into a canoe on a tributary of the Amazon River in the evening and paddle off to a
F R O M PA M W H I T E
has faithfully for decades dedicated her life and energy to tending
Pa s t o ra l C o o rd i n a t o r f o r P re s ch o o l C h i l d re n’s M i n i s t r y
has kept our church focused on the importance of children. Linda
I joined the staff 16 years ago and began to work alongside
might be “retiring,” but nothing changes in her heart for those
Linda in our VineyardKids Ministry. There were several things
most important to the Lord.
that immediately became apparent to me about Linda and
It has been such a blessing to work alongside, pray together, address ministry problems and challenges and rejoice together over Kingdom-come moments with my dear friend, Linda. Linda leaves a rich legacy of character and faithfulness and an
they respond that their children ask to come back because they
our VineyardKids Pastor for 25 years. The first thing is that I believe
love children’s ministry. I thank God for Linda, her commitment,
God gave Linda beautiful white hair because he wanted her to
leadership and service and her love for the Lord that have
stand out and be seen by our children and their parents. Linda can
influenced the development of both VineyardKids Ministry and
be easily found even in a large crowded room! One of our leaders
Vineyard Columbus. Well done, Linda!
described Linda this way, “The tall willowy woman with the snowy
F R O M M I K E S Z L A PA K
C h i l d r e n’s Pa s t o r Oh where to begin? Linda has been my supervisor for the past 15 years. Over the years I have put her through a lot with my silly antics, growing up and seeing God’s abundant blessing on the ministry. I know I contributed to giving her gray hair.
watch her stomp through the Amazon rainforest to pay a visit to
to the fire” in ministry making sure that I was a man of my word,
one of our missionaries in Brazil.
checking and double checking God’s work in me and my ministry.
discipling the children of parents who were toddlers when Linda
Linda and I have seen the same truth, not only about kids, but about
began her ministry.
the kind of church Vineyard Columbus ought to be. I’m profoundly
our eyes each weekend at our services.
her physical appearance that correspond to who she has been as
of stress and a beacon in times of confusion. She has “held my feet
defined friendship, in part, as “two people seeing the same truth.”
that happened. We can see the fruit of her hard work right before
church what makes them join the fellowship. In so many cases
to a stranger’s child. If you want to see Linda in her element, just
of children. Vineyard Columbus’ VineyardKids’ Ministry is now
Columbus and has worked faithfully all these years to make sure
When I think about Linda, there are two things that stand out in
Linda has been like a mother to me who has been a pillar in times
4 . Linda is my friend! – C.S. Lewis, my favorite Christian author,
VineyardKids. She wanted them to be a priority here at Vineyard
outstanding children’s ministry. I love asking new families in our
tiny native village where she could pray for the sick and show love
faithful service to the Lord, to the church and to generations
thankful for the good times and the learning times.
his eyes – children. In a culture that despises the vulnerable, Linda to those for whom Jesus interrupts everything else. Linda’s focus
One of the very first hires I made when I became Vineyard
I am so thankful for all Linda has been to me and am especially
God has used Linda to grow me as a pastor, as a leader and as a man of God. She taught me to take criticism like “water off a
white hair.” The second thing is that I believe that God made Linda tall because he knew that she would stand up for children. Linda has been standing out and standing up for our children here for 25 years, by advocating for them and championing them as part of God’s Kingdom now! A verse that she loves is Psalm 71:18, “Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.” Although gray, Linda is not very old, but for 25 years she has declared the power of God that has impacted this generation and the next! Congratulations, Linda!
duck’s back.” God has been good and I see how God has used Linda in my life.
grateful to the Lord for the privilege of serving alongside of Linda these past 25 years!
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Looking for a Small Group? Check out the Small Group Finder at vineyardcolumbus.org, keywords Small Group, or let an expert walk you through the process of finding a small group that’s just right for you. For more info, contact Deb George, 614.259.5358 or
[email protected].
Newcomer’s Class
birth
Aaron Judkins August 3, 2014
wedding
Caleb & Meg Sanchez May 31, 2014 René & David Mercer June 2014
wedding anniversary
Mike & Amanda Lovette April 27, 2013 Michael & Amanda Mazzola September 8, 2013
death
Larry Alan Crabtree February 24, 2014 Lou Collins July 22, 2014
Share your milestones with our church family. Visit vineyardcolumbus.org, keyword “milestones.”
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Sunday, September 14, 2:30-6pm Taught by Senior Pastor Rich Nathan Meet pastors and learn more about the history and beliefs of Vineyard Columbus. This class is required for membership. No pre-registration is necessary, unless you need childcare (available for ages 1 and older). Register for free childcare online. Next Newcomer’s Class: Sunday, November 9
Alpha
Midpoint
Wednesdays, 7-9pm, beginning September 10 Taught by John Cook and Anthony Cannon A midweek service between “big church” and a small group. Weekly gatherings will consist of worship, teaching, table discussion, fellowship and prayer ministry to help you transition from weekend services to small group community. Childcare is available. For more info, contact Deb George, 614.259.5358 or
[email protected].
bookstore
C.S. Lewis Book Club
3rd Mondays, September 15, 7pm Join us at the Bookstore to discuss the writings of C.S. Lewis. For more info, contact Era,
[email protected].
Wednesdays, September 24-November 19, 6:30-8:30pm Alpha is a place where you can get past easy answers and have deep conversations about Jesus and the Christian faith. It’s a safe, open environment created especially for people who don’t identify as Christians but are open to learning more. The first week will be an informal celebration and dinner with a preview of what to expect. Bring a friend! Register for the class, meal and childcare (for ages 1 year and older) at vineyardcolumbus. org/alpha or contact Jessica Schultek, 614.259.5235 or jessica.
[email protected].
Jeremiah 30:2 Writer’s Group
La Viña: Spanish-Speaking Campus
For information on youth ministry at all our campuses, please visit vineyardcolumbus.org and select “Locations.”
Sundays, 11:30am, in the Chapel La Viña is a Spanish-speaking service at Cooper Road Campus in the Chapel. Our vision is to serve the Spanish-speaking community of Columbus, introducing them to the love of Jesus and seeing their lives transformed by the power of God. We are not just a church; we are a family in Christ. You are welcome to come as you are. To find out more, please contact Irene CasalePetrarca, 614.259.5254 or
[email protected].
La Viña: Servicio en Español
Domingos, 11:30am, en la capilla (Chapel) La Viña es un servicio completamente en Español, nos reunimos en la capilla (chapel) en Cooper Road. Nuestra visión es servir a la comunidad de Columbus, presentándoles el amor de Jesús y ver sus vidas ser transformadas por el Poder de Dios. No somos solamente una iglesia además somos una familia en Cristo. Bienvenido como eres! Para más información, contactar a Irene Casale-Petrarca, 614.259.5254 o
[email protected].
2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30-8pm Whether you enjoy journaling, poetry, or are working on short stories, novels or memoirs, you are welcome. This group offers support and encouragement for your writing projects. Come prepared to write, share and be part of a community of writers who love the Lord and want to develop this special gift. For more info, contact Jacqui Lewis-Lyons, 614.260.6637.
fusion: high school & middle school FUSION: High School Ministry
Saturdays, 6pm & Sundays, 11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Come meet God through a relevant message, passionate worship and connecting with other students! We meet on the second floor of the Ministry Center.
FUSION: Middle School Ministry
Saturdays, 6pm & Sundays, 9am & 11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Come meet God through a relevant message, passionate worship and connecting with other students! We meet in the Community Center Dance Room during the main services.
joshua house The Service
Sundays, 6pm Joshua House is a community of people seeking to know God better. We gather together weekly for a service geared toward people in and around their 20s – young working adults, students, married couples, families and single people. Our style is informal, our message is relevant and our worship is modern. To learn more, check out joshuahouse.org.
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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Campus Ministry
We have ministries at OSU, Columbus State, Capital University, CCAD and Otterbein. To connect, please contact Jess Gatton, 614.259.5288.
marriage & family life Chosen4Love
3rd Thursdays, 6:45-8:30pm Chosen4Love is a community of families with a passion for adoption and foster care. We serve as a resource for adoptive families and for people considering becoming foster or adoptive parents. We meet monthly (with childcare) for fellowship, sharing, prayer and periodic guest speakers. For more info, please contact Julie Pierce, 614.625.7335 or
[email protected].
Home School Network
We are a Yahoo! Group network designed to support homeschoolers. We offer information, mom’s prayer nights, social times for moms and their children and many other opportunities to connect. For more information, please contact Bethany DeCrane, 614.891.4002 or
[email protected].
phase iii Phase III
A Ministry of Time and Talent for the Third Phase of Life 1st Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30am, Vineyard Community Center This ministry provides a place for retirees, those of retirement age or those approaching retirement to connect, grow, serve and lead in the Kingdom. For more info, contact Joanie Taddeo,
[email protected].
sawmill campus Engage
1st Wednesdays, 7-8pm, Sawmill Campus Engage is a monthly prayer service where attendees meditate on scriptures and listen to what the Lord is saying. There is also a focus on prayer for special needs, congregational leaders and programs. For more info, please contact Dustin Jasinski,
[email protected].
singles
support for life
Friday, August 29, 7:15pm Sooner or later every one of us will face an irreversible moment that will change our lives forever. If it hasn’t happened to you yet... it will. Bella is a true love story about how one day in New York City changed three people forever. Bella won the “People’s Choice Award” at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival and the Heartland Film Festival’s Grand Prize Award Winner for Best Dramatic Feature. The movie will start at 7:30 sharp. Please arrive by 7:15 to avoid disturbing others and stick around for the table discussion afterwards! Snacks provided. For more info, contact Urko Wood,
[email protected].
Fridays, 7pm A Christ-centered recovery fellowship for those desiring to heal from any hurts, habits or hang-ups. This is 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 loving power to transform! No childcare available. For more info, contact Debbie Johnson, 614.259.5289 or supportforlife@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Singles Movie Night, “Bella”
Girlfriendz Night
Friday, September 12, 7:30-9pm If you want more married and single girlfriends who listen, inspire and support you, join Sher, Singles Ministry Coordinator, as we connect and plan more girlfriend activities, groups and events. Snacks provided. Please register online. For more info, contact Valerie Freeman,
[email protected].
Girlfriendz Game Nights
3rd Fridays, 6pm, Sawmill Campus Join Christian girlfriends, married and single, for a fun night out. Please bring games, dominoes or cards and a snack to share. For more info, contact Valerie Freeman,
[email protected].
Singles Book Club
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7pm Please join us as we explore amazing books. In August, we read “Postcards from Fred,” by Brad Whittington. In September, we’ll read “Cross Roads,” by Wm Paul Young. For more information, contact Karen Marshall,
[email protected].
Transforming Hearts Lunch Group
2nd & 4th Sundays, 1:30pm, Raisin Rack, 2545 West Schrock Road Please join us after the 11:30am service to connect, grow and discuss the amazing morning messages. For more info, contact Mitzi Smith, 614.440.7691 or
[email protected].
Free Social Friday Dance Classes
1st & 3rd Fridays, September-May, 7:30-10pm These free dance classes are followed by practicing to music and socializing. Adult singles and married couples are welcome. No partner is necessary. No childcare is provided. Dress is casual. For more info, contact Debbi Brannon,
[email protected].
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Celebrate Recovery
women’s
Connect with us on Facebook. Find us by searching “Vineyard Columbus Women’s Ministry.”
Lil’ Tots Open Gym
Wednesdays, 10am-noon, September through May Meet in the Community Center Gym for tons of fun. This free open gym is designed for children ages 5 and under to promote social and gross motor development. Adults must accompany and supervise their children. For more information, contact Emily Wilkins,
[email protected].
Mom’s Refresh
Last Fridays, 9:30-11am, September through May Moms of young children gather to get refreshed in God. We have a time of worship, a short devotional and ministry time to help us recognize God in this crazy stage of life. We provide childcare for $3/child, $5/family for children ages 1-5 who are registered. Afterwards, we bring lunches and eat together with our kids from 11am-noon. Contact Kayla Price at price.kayla.m@ gmail.com to register for childcare or for more information.
Soul Provider
A place to connect with God & other moms who are single 2nd Fridays, 6:30pm Soul Provider is a ministry for moms who are single with children up to 18 years of age and still in high school. Please join us for dinner, kids’ programming and a time for spiritual encouragement and renewal as we rely on the Lord who “restores my soul” (Psalm 23:3). For more info, contact Zandra McEntie, 614.899.8390 or
[email protected]. Dinner and childcare (ages 1-12 years) are FREE, but you must register in advance by contacting Carrie Lucas, 614.259.5345 or carrie.
[email protected].
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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Are You a New Follower of Jesus?
We would love to help you get started in your journey. For more info, please contact Sue Burkett, 614.259.5379.
Baptism Classes
Saturdays, September 13 & 20, after the services Sundays, September 14 & 21, after the services In order to participate in baptism you must attend one of the required classes listed above. More info on baptism may be found online or at the Info Counter in the Lobby.
Baptism Celebrations
Saturday, October 4, 6pm, Cooper Road Campus Sunday, October 5, 9am & 11:30am, Cooper Road Campus Next Baptism: December 6 & 7
empowered life
For more info about Empowered Life events, contact Valerie Middleton, 614.259.5242.
Open Prayer for Healing Sessions
Saturdays, September 13 & 27, 9-11am Thursday, September 4, 7-9pm Monday, September 15, 7-9pm Open to anyone needing physical, emotional or deliverance healing prayer.
Encounter: Special Guest Worship Leaders
3rd Fridays, September 19, 7pm Sarah and Eben Brusco, worship pastors from the Augusta, Georgia Vineyard will be leading a Night of Worship. They were Joshua House worship leaders and are back to minister and share songs from their new worship CD “The Woven Whisper.” Come and prepare to be blessed! No childcare is provided.
Healing 1: Intro to Healing Prayer
Saturday, September 6, 9am-2pm Taught by John Cook, Sue Burkett and Healing 1 Team members An overview of the healing ministry of Jesus, as well as Vineyard’s beliefs regarding prayer ministry and the Kingdom of God. This class is mandatory for anyone who wishes to be a part of the Prayer Ministry Team at VC. Please register online.
Healing 2: Physical Healing, Inner Healing & Extended Prayer
Saturday, September 20, 9am-1:30pm Do you have a passion to see God heal? This class goes into greater detail regarding physical healing and begins to look at the issues involved in inner healing. You can become someone who brings the Kingdom of God into the lives of the critically or chronically ill. Previous completion of Healing 1 is required.
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Healing 3: Deliverance, Generational Healing & Restoration
Saturday, October 4, 9am-1:30pm Do you desire to see your brothers and sisters in Christ free to live as God has called them? This class is an introduction to learning how to pray for Kingdom freedom in the lives of others. Healing 1 & 2 must be completed before taking this class.
Looking for Ways to Serve in Healing Prayer?
Go to page 18 and see “Hospital Visitation Training” under
Serve & Lead.
Small Group Leaders
Would you like someone to visit your small group to teach on hearing God, healing or other Empowered Life subjects? Contact Valerie Middleton, 614.259.5242 to find out more about our small group visitation teams.
international ministries Jesus and the Qur’an
Friday, September 19, 6-9:30pm & Saturday, September 20, 8am-4pm Do you have a heart to share the love of Jesus with the Muslims in our community? Come to a two day training as we work together to learn how to dialogue and share Jesus with Muslims. We will focus on three major topics: (1) The Kingdom of God in the Bible, (2) Our identity within the Kingdom, and (3) Islam and the Kingdom. Register online. Cost is $40 per adult and $60 per couple. For more information, contact Janara Walker at janara.
[email protected] or 614.259.5410.
Financial ministry
Stewardship and Budget Workshop
Saturday, September 27, 9:30-11:30am Free hands-on class to learn how to design and follow a budget using Mint.com and other ways as well as learn how to accelerate debt reduction, and learn spiritual aspects of stewardship. Please register online at vineyardcolumbus.org, Homework: complete the Mint designer budget sheets under financial ministry resources at vineyardcolumbus.org and bring a laptop if you have one. For more information email
[email protected]
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University
Tuesdays, September 9-November 4, 7-8:45pm Not meeting October 14 Free class preview Tuesday, September 2, 7-8pm The Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) is a comprehensive nine-week series on personal finances. It is designed to teach you and your family how to gain control of your money, beat debt and build wealth. The lessons explain
finances in an easy-to-understand style, and you will have fun learning about Biblical financial wisdom, saving, budgeting, investing, giving, and being good stewards with finances. We meet each week to watch the video lesson and discuss it in groups. Cost: $95 per person or couple (married or engaged). Childcare ages 3-11 is available. Registration is recommended. Please register at vineyardcolumbus.org. For more information email
[email protected]
marriage & family life Parent Coaching
Marriage and Family Life has a parent coach ministry where parent coaches encourage and equip parents to honor God and reflect his love to their children. If you are interested in being coached as a parent, contact Angel Self, 614.259.5496 or
[email protected] to receive more info.
How2Become1 Premarital Classes
Thursdays, October 2-November 6, 7-9pm Open to all committed dating relationships, couples considering engagement and engaged couples! Come learn how to have the kind of marriage God intended. Required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus. Open to all ages. Cost is $10/person. Fill out an application and register online. For more info, contact Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 or mindy.
[email protected].
How2Become1 Premarital Classes
Thursdays, October 2-November 6, 7-9pm Open to all singles, dating and engaged couples that will be remarrying and/or creating a stepfamily! If you would like to create a plan for marital and stepfamily success, we can help. Required for those getting married at Vineyard Columbus; Open to all ages. Cost is $10/person. Fill out an application and register online. For more info, contact Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 or
[email protected].
Just Me & the Kids
Thursdays, September 18-October 23, 6:15pm-8:30pm Registration deadline: September 4 This is a six-week program to help build healthy singleparent families. Children are welcome and dinner is provided. Applications are available online or at the Info Counter. An interview is required after receipt of application and prior to attendance. For more info, contact Mindy Layman, 614.259.5365 or
[email protected].
God Wants to Restore Your Marriage: Begin Again Weekend
Friday, September 19, 6:45-10pm Saturday, September 20, 8am-2pm Follow-up classes: Fridays, September 26-October 31, 6-9:30pm Interview & Application Deadline: September 3 A marriage restoration weekend with a six-week follow-up led by coach couples. Please attend Journey to Oneness as a prerequisite class. Application and interview process required. Applications are available online or by contacting Laura Wallace,
[email protected].
Marriage Seminar
“The Key to Lasting Attraction in Marriage” Ron Hitchcock, Pastor of Marriage & Family Life, will speak. Tuesday, September 16, 7-8:30pm Childcare available (ages 1 and up) for $3/child or $5/family if registered at least one week in advance. Register online. For more information go to vineyardcolumbus.org, keywords Marriage Seminar, or contact Laura Wallace, 614.259.5390 or
[email protected].
singles
Living Single Seminar
Saturday, October 11, 9am-3:30pm Join us to find hope for a new, present or future relationship. Living Single enables you to take healthy steps toward all types of relationships. The DVD series will be facilitated by Earl Fisher, Ph. D.,
[email protected]. Adults in the community welcome. This event is free, however workbooks will be available for $10 at the door. We will take a collection and order pizza or you may provide your own lunch. Please register online.
support for life
You can find a complete list of our Support for Life groups online at bit.ly/vcsmallgroupfinder or by visiting the Small Groups Counter in the Lobby.
All Things New
Sundays, September 7-October 12, 3:30-5:30pm The purpose of this six-week group is to create a safe place for women with past sexual abuse to share their stories and to receive further healing. We will go through Nicole Bromley’s HUSH book and SOAR workbook. Registration and books for a nominal fee are required for participation. To register, contact Alicia Streicher Miller,
[email protected], or call Support for Life at 614.259.5289.
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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Overcoming Depression and Anxiety
Thursdays, starting October 9, 7-9pm, pre-registration required This is an eight-week co-ed class providing biblical wisdom and practical advice on dealing with and learning to overcome depression and anxiety. Each class includes teaching, sharing, homework and prayer. For more information and to register, contact Toni King at
[email protected].
Storyline Group for Men
Thursdays, starting September 4, 6:30-8pm Men, if your life were written as a novel, or made into a movie, would anyone watch it? Would you want to watch it? We can learn how to live out a better story with our lives. If you hunger for more in your relationships, your career or your walk with Jesus then the Storyline men’s group is the place for you. The book we will use by Donald Miller will help us find out how our subplot fits into God’s story. Please bring $15 to the first meeting, which covers the cost of the workbook. Contact Brent at
[email protected] to register.
Caring for Loved Ones – Caregiver Support
2nd & 4th Mondays, 7pm If you provide long-term or short-term care, or if you are caring for a terminally-ill loved one, you’re invited to join this support group. Each meeting includes teaching, personal sharing and ministry time. For more information, please contact Bev Williams,
[email protected] or Debbie Johnson, 614.529.5289.
Co-dependency 101
Saturday, September 13, 1-3:30pm Do you find your relationships difficult or wonder when love is to be sacrificial and when it is healthy to say “no”? Our strength of compassion can sometimes become a weakness when we do not know the answer to those questions. This one-day free interactive class is taught by a Christian counselor and is open to men and women of all ages. No pre-registration required. For more information, please contact Toni King,
[email protected].
DivorceCare for Women
Tuesdays, starting September 9, 7pm Are you separated or going through a divorce? DivorceCare is a caring group of women who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This group is closed after the third week. Please contact Merry Neff to register or get more information, 614.804.7426.
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DivorceCare for Men
Thursdays, through November 13, 7:30-9:30pm DivorceCare is a friendly and caring group of men who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This 13-week support program is for men who are separated and/or divorced and it can be joined at any time. For more info, contact Ian Best,
[email protected] or contact Support for Life, 614.259.5289.
GriefShare
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm, no meeting September 3 This co-ed discussion/support group for those grieving the death of a loved one lasts 13 weeks and can be joined at any time. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. For more information on this Bible-based program, contact the Support for Life Team, 614.259.5289 or Tammy Budde,
[email protected].
Loving Someone with Mental Illness
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 7-9pm Not meeting in August, December & April 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. For more info, contact Karen Twinem, 614.439.8475 or Jane Flewellen, jflewellen@ columbus.rr.com.
Understanding Anger & Conflict
Wednesdays, starting September 3, 7-9pm Anger and conflict are part of our lives. Learn what God has to say about these basic issues, how to resolve conflict and live in peace with others. For more information about this group, please contact Debbie, 614.259.5289 or debra.johnson@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
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women’s
Beth Moore’s Bible Study: Children of the Day
Evening session begins Wednesday, September 3, 7-9pm Morning session begins Thursday, September 4, 9:30-11:30am Not meeting October 15-16 A nine-week verse-by-verse Bible study of 1 & 2 Thessalonians. During this study, you’ll learn how to let go of past mistakes and discover your circumstances are not coincidental, God’s timing is impeccable! Childcare is available (1–12 years). Cost is $3/child or $5/family for each week. Please register online for the class and for childcare. If you have questions, please contact Connie Houchins,
[email protected] or 614.259.5330.
Living Proof Live Simulcast with Beth Moore Sawmill Campus
Starts Thursday, September 4, 7-9pm, pre-registration required A group for women of all ages seeking healing from past hurts of any type: abuse, habits gone wild, rejection, abandonment and negative thinking. Come allow God to heal you from the inside out. Please register by contacting Rhonda, rpcoffman@ yahoo.com, or Debbie Johnson, 614.259.5289.
Mondays, 7pm We help men recover from sexual sin and return to God. This ongoing recovery group is open to all men and meets weekly throughout the year. This group helps men live lives of purity in spite of years of sexual addictions as well as those struggling with sexual temptation. Includes worship, teaching, small group accountability, mentoring and prayer. For more info, contact John Doyel, 740.649.6050 or
[email protected].
Saturday, September 13, 8:30am-4:30pm If you’ve ever enjoyed studying the Word through Beth’s Bible studies, you’ll love experiencing her teaching via simulcast. Beth’s mission is to guide women into a richer, more fulfilling relationship with the Father. Please register in advance at vineyardcolumbus.org. The cost is $20 (which does not include lunch). Childcare is not available for this event. For more information, please contact Jeni Weisgerber at
[email protected].
Hungry
SAMI- Substance Abuse and Mental Illness
Hearts Restored Support Group
Healed from the Inside Out
Tuesdays, September 9-October 28 This is an eight-week closed support group offering hope, healing, encouragement and accountability for women who want to be more hungry for God and less dependent on food (compulsive or emotional eating) or dieting (obsession with weight or exercise) to meet emotional needs. Meetings will include a short teaching, group discussion and prayer. There is no cost but space is limited, so please pre-register. For more info, contact Meg Kuta at
[email protected].
Integrity for Women
This group is for women who desire healing for sexual brokenness while finding freedom from addiction, shame and rejection. This group is cyclical and is closed to new participants after the first class. Pre-registration is required. For more info, email
[email protected].
Pre-registration required This group is a support group for those affected by substance abuse, addiction and diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. Register for future sessions with Michael Perciful at mperciful@ wowway.com.
vineyardkids
Baby Dedication Classes
Saturdays, October 18 & 25, 7:45pm Sundays, October 19 & 26, 1:15pm Application deadline: Sunday, October 26 Attendance is required on a one-time basis. Please bring your completed application to the class. These are available online and at the Info Counter. Baby Dedication: Saturday, November 8, 6pm & Sunday, November 9, 11:30am For more info, contact Beth,
[email protected]. Next Baby Dedication: February 21 & 22
2nd & 4th Mondays, 7-9pm When women experience sexual betrayal in marriage, they are in crisis and need understanding and encouragement. This group is open to anyone who feels they need help. At each meeting, there will be a short teaching, but the main focus will be on sharing and prayer. No registration is necessary. For more info, contact
[email protected].
Hearts Restored “Tools for Recovery” Class
Tuesdays, September 9-October 28, 6:30-10pm Women who experience sexual betrayal in marriage often need help to both cope and recover. This eight-week group will cover specific topics that are key to a woman’s healing, such as the effects of trauma, establishing safety, healthy self-care, building a support system, setting boundaries, managing triggers and planning for the future. We’ll use the workbook “Journey to Healing and Joy” and require homework. After the first session, this group will be closed to new participants. Registration is required. For more information or to register, contact
[email protected].
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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If you are not sure where you want to serve, or want to explore other opportunities, please contact Diane Bauman, 614.259.5318 or
[email protected]. You can also find a complete list of our Serve & Lead opportunities at vineyardcolumbus.org, keywords Serve and Lead.
Intro to Leadership
We need medical doctors, pharmacists, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and prayer volunteers. For more information, contact Carol Achmoody 614.259.5512 or carol.achmoody@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
empowered life
Saturday, September 13, 9am-1pm If you want to become a leader in any ministry at Vineyard Columbus, start here. Learn about our history, vision and values, and qualifications for leadership. Includes a review of the various opportunities for leadership in the church. No need to pre-register. For more information, please contact Deb George,
[email protected].
Hospital Visitation Training
bookstore
Global Café Volunteers
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers needed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, 3-5pm, and Fridays, 12-5pm, for 2-3 hours. For more info, contact Jeff, 614.259.5323 or
[email protected].
community center
Coaches, Referees & Volunteers Needed
Upward Basketball & Cheerleading Consider coaching kids in grades K-6 this fall! Evaluations take place in early November. Practices begin in December (commitment is one hour per week). The basketball season is January-mid-March (one hour per week for eight weeks). For more info, contact Jerome Smith, 614.259.5394, jerome.smith@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Teach a Class at the Community Center
If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and want to share your talents with the community, consider teaching a class at Vineyard Community Center. We will soon be working on our programming for this winter and would like to include your program. Computer training, education, dance, gymnastics, arts, sports and fitness are just some of the areas in which you can serve. We especially need computer classes and art programs. We are open to new program ideas as well. For more info on how to get started, contact Kerry Davis, 614.259.5502 or
[email protected].
Dance and Gymnastics Needs
The dance and gymnastic program needs lightly used gymnastic and dance shoes (tap or ballet), leotards, costumes, and anything else pertaining to dance (books, coloring books, music). If you have any of these items that you would like to donate, please contact Kathy Miller, kathleenm@insight. rr.com.
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Wednesday, October 8, 7-9pm or Saturday, October 18, 9-11am If you would like to visit attendees or members of our church who need short-term hospitalization, please attend one of these training dates.
global café
We’re looking for volunteers with a sunny disposition who share our desire to serve others for Christ through an enriched atmosphere of fresh, from scratch, all-natural food. For a list of ways to volunteer, visit vineyardcolumbus.org/ministries/ global-cafe/serve-lead.
international ministries VC International Teams
For more information about our teams sharing Jesus overseas, email us at
[email protected].
Disaster Relief Volunteers Needed
VC is forming teams to serve in disaster relief response. We’re looking for men and women interested in serving in first response, search and rescue, shelter support, debris clean-up and construction. If interested, please contact Janara Walker, 614.259.5410 or
[email protected].
English as a Second Language Volunteers
If you have a heart for internationals and enjoy teaching, we need volunteers to teach and assist our daytime and evening ESL classes. For more info, contact Janara Walker, 614.259.5410 or
[email protected].
International Friendships (IFI)
International Friendships (IFI) is a ministry that partners with Vineyard Columbus to show hospitality and God’s love to international students at OSU. Please see the volunteer opportunities below. For more info, contact Jessica Burchett,
[email protected], or Jon-David Hawks, 740.258.4042.
IFI Internship Program
Do you have intern positions in your place of work? We would like to place interns (20 hours/week) in the chemical industry, actuarial science, finance/accounting, statistical analysis, web design/media and marketing. Change the world, one international student at a time! For more info, contact Estera Pirosca,
[email protected]. For financial donations, visit ifipartners.org/interns.php#give.
Meals for Friday Night Bible Studies If you love to cook and feed large groups of people, this could be the perfect service opportunity for you. IFI needs people to help organize, prepare and distribute food at these meetings. If you or your small group are interested in serving, contact Tiria,
[email protected].
Small Group Outreach for IFI
Is your group looking for an outreach opportunity that involves impacting the nations with the gospel? IFI reaches out to international students at OSU. There are several opportunities for small groups to help “reach the world” together. Your small group can help by preparing food for a Bible study, making welcome bags, greeting new students, hosting a used furniture sale and more. For more info, visit ifipartners.org/groups.
lane avenue campus
Opportunities to Serve in Prayer
There are many ways you can serve in prayer at Lane Avenue Campus (prior to our service, for individual’s requests, for our community and world, etc.). More info about each opportunity is available online at bit.ly/serveatlaneavenue or contact Elisa Katschka,
[email protected].
la viña
La Viña Worship Team
Sundays, 11:30am. Rehearsals on Tuesdays, 7pm We are looking for musicians to volunteer on our Worship Team. You do not need to speak Spanish. Contact Irene Casale-Petrarca,
[email protected]. Domingos a las 11:30am. Practicas los martes a las 7pm Estamos buscando músicos que puedan servir como voluntarios en el equipo de alabanza de La Viña los domingos a las 11:30 AM. Los ensayos son los martes a las 7pm. Contacto Irene CasalePetrarca,
[email protected].
marriage & family life
Marriage & Family Life Coach Training
Become a Premarital, Marriage or Parent Coach Training: Saturday, September 27, 9am-4pm, follow-ups in October Couples can learn to serve as relationship and parent coaches. Many couples desire to meet with a couple who love each other and are committed to marriage. There are also many single and married parents who would like to meet with parents who have navigated the challenges of raising children. If this sounds like you, we can train you to share the grace that God has given you. If you enjoy sharing your faith, there are unchurched couples who want to meet with a couple who are committed to each other. Contact Laura Wallace, 614.259.5390 or
[email protected], for more info or for an application.
men’s life
Helping Hands
Saturdays, 9am-12pm Helping Hands is a ministry supported by men who desire to serve families in our community who need help with minor repairs and upkeep around their homes. These families are usually made up of single-parent homes, the elderly or those who cannot afford to pay for the repairs on their own. If you are interested in volunteering, please leave a message at 614.259.5326 or
[email protected].
singles
Singles Event Team Needed
Random Fridays We need good organizers and communicators to help make people feel welcomed, develop strong friendships and get connected into our community through activities and events. Contact Valerie Freeman,
[email protected].
Social Fridays Dance Class Volunteers Needed
1st & 3rd Fridays, September-May, 7:30-10pm If you like helping people feel welcome or know how to Cha Cha, Swing, Rumba and Waltz, join our team and be a part of one of the most fun ministries at Vineyard Columbus. For more info, contact Debbi Brannon,
[email protected].
English Conversation Partner or Friendship Partner
Become a conversation partner for an international student, help them practice their English, learn about American culture and more! We also need individuals and families to be friendship partners. Meet with an international student or couple monthly for a meal or activity. For more info, visit ifipartners.org/culture-cuisine-church-small-groups.pdf. to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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support for life
Become a Lay Counselor
Lay counselors are trained Vineyard Columbus members who come alongside brothers and sisters in Christ going through difficult seasons. Please fill out an application at bit.ly/ supportandrecoveryapplicationtoserve. For more info, contact the Support for Life Team, 614.259.5289 or supportforlife@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Become a Support for Life Group Leader
If you’ve benefited from support and healing during a difficult life situation, consider leading a Support for Life group. Support for Life groups provide an opportunity to experience love and healing alongside those with similar struggles. Please fill out an application at bit.ly/supportandrecoveryapplicationtoserve. For more info, contact the Support for Life Team, 614.259.5289 or
[email protected].
urban ministry
Urban Ministry is a bridge between our church and the people of Columbus. We give food to the hungry, care for the sick and bring hope to prisoners and the homeless. For a more complete list of ways to serve, visit bit.ly/servewithurbanministry or contact Rhodie Shreve for details, 614.259.5441 or rhodie.shreve@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Food Pantry Ministries
Our Locations: Fruit of the Vine Food Pantry: 181 East Fifth Avenue We especially need extra hands for our Farmer’s Market at our Fifth Avenue Pantry: 3rd Saturdays, through October, 8:15am Small groups need to be scheduled to serve at Fruit of the Vine Pantry, so contact Rhodie. Individuals may serve any Saturday, 8am-12pm. Carpool if possible, due to limited parking space. Northside Food Pantry: 4664 Cleveland Avenue For Northside Pantry, park along Chester Road to allow guest parking around the building. You can also help once a month to sort food at Vineyard Columbus. Find info about each pantry at vineyardcolumbus.org, keywords Food Pantries, or request an info sheet by email from Rhodie. Community Fellowship Dinner 1st Wednesdays, 6pm, Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Avenue To sign up, please contact Lorraine Mercado, 813.507.9388 or
[email protected]. Garden for Others Serve in the Urban Ministry Community Garden on North Fourth Street, just minutes from the food pantry. Individuals and small groups welcome. No experience necessary. Email Kelly your availability at
[email protected].
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Monday Night Service Mondays, 6pm, Fruit of the Vine Pantry, 181 East Fifth Avenue Small groups can plan, prepare and serve a meal (we can provide meal ideas). For more info, contact Kelly, 614.915.2743 or
[email protected].
Homeless Ministries The Vannie Project
This ministry makes sleeping mats for the homeless using plastic grocery bags. Volunteers are needed to prep the bags and also to crochet the mats. For more info and a schedule of meetings, contact Dixie Vargo, 614.937.7445 or
[email protected].
Prison Ministries
Help inmates grow into disciples of Christ.
Women Serving Women – Prison Ministry
Become a part of changing lives. There are different ministry opportunities for women to serve in at the Ohio Reformatory for Women and Franklin Medical Center – Zone A. For more info, contact Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or deborah.scott@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
Franklin Medical Center Parenting Classes
Do you have a heart for parent-child relationships? We would like to offer parenting classes for pregnant moms at the Franklin Medical Center, the prison hospital. If you are interested in volunteering and feel called by the Lord to equip moms in prison, please contact Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or
[email protected]. Class materials will be provided. Some training is necessary.
Visiting the Elderly
Bryden Place: Thursdays, 7:20-8:30pm, 1169 Bryden Road Minerva Park: 2nd Sundays, 2pm, 5460 Cleveland Avenue Sterling House: 1st & 4th Sundays, 2-4pm, 6377 Cooper Road Help with a service and visit with the residents. For more info, contact Chuck Fisher, 614.259.5403.
Minerva Park Health Care & Rehab
Tuesdays, Bingo Night, 6:30-7:30pm Thursdays and third Saturday, Bible study Visit with residents for Tuesday Bingo Night. We also ask the residents who they would like to pray for during this time. Small groups are encouraged to come and you can bring your children and your dogs! Contact Rhodie, 614.259.5541 or rhodie.
[email protected].
value life
Baby Items Sorting/Organizing
We are looking for someone to help sort baby items and keep the Value Life store room organized. If you have great attention for details and love to organize, this is the opportunity for you! Help needed 2-4 hours, once or twice a week: Tuesday, Thursday and/or Friday between 11am-3pm. Please contact Jeannine Panovich, 614.259.5316 or jeannine.panovich@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
vineyard institute (vi)
Men Serving Men – Prison Ministry
Vineyard Institute (VI) is the premier educational provider for the Vineyard movement, formed to develop leaders at all levels of church life through high quality theological training. Visit usa.vineyardinstitute.org to apply. For more info, contact Ahdra Young, 614.259.5340 or
[email protected].
Franklin County Jail, Jackson Pike & Delaware County Jail We minister to men at worship services. Volunteer with worship, prayer team or just help at the service.
Women in Leadership
Delaware County Jail: 1-2 Saturdays/month, 10-11:30am Franklin County Jail: 3rd Saturdays, 8-10:30am
Jackson Pike: 3rd Saturdays, 6:45-8:45pm
Contact Scott Osborn, 740.244.6528 or
[email protected]. Franklin County Jail: 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 8-10:30am Contact John, 614.578.8371 or
[email protected].
Construction Trainers Circleville Department of Youth Services Outreach Training: Mondays, 10am-12pm, in Circleville We are looking for men with construction/handyman backgrounds to help provide basic training for young boys in Vocational Bridge Professional Classes. For more details, contact John Holt, 614.554.3797 or
[email protected].
women’s
If you are a woman who feels called to leadership, contact
[email protected] to learn about upcoming training classes and leadership opportunities that may be available to you.
Human Trafficking Updates
Would you like to receive email updates related to what Vineyard Columbus is doing to fight human trafficking? Contact Connie Anderson at
[email protected]. Facebook users: check out the “Price of Life - Great Lakes East Region” Facebook page for regular updates on the global, national and local fight against human trafficking and ways to get involved.
worship arts
Serve with Worship Arts
The Worship Arts Ministry is looking for experienced musicians (all instruments and vocalists) for all our Worship Teams. Pick up a worship application at the Info Counter or contact Danielle Evans, 614.259.5310 or
[email protected]. We are specifically looking for instrumentalists (especially non-traditional instruments) and bi-lingual vocalists.
Weekend Service Media Arts Team
Be a part of the team that supports the weekend services. We need skilled volunteers to help with live video, live graphics, lighting, camera, audio mixing and stage work during the weekend services, especially for Joshua House. Computer experience preferred for live graphics and video. Experience required for audio mixing. No experience is needed for camera, stage and lighting. If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at
[email protected].
Early Childhood Worship Ministry
Share your love for Jesus with children through music! Volunteer to lead children in worship once a month during our weekend services. Contact Myra Gaiters, 614.259.5486 or
[email protected].
other opportunities
Daytime Clerical Assistance
Weekdays, Thursday and/or Friday The Volunteer Ministry is looking for people to assist with clerical tasks. If you’re available 2-4 hours between 10am-3pm on Thursday and/or Friday weekly, contact Jeannine Panovich, 614.259.5316 or
[email protected].
Ohio Benefit Bank Counselors Needed
We need volunteers to guide clients through a user-friendly, web-based computer program in order to access public benefits such as food stamps, Medicaid, free tax filing, etc. This program is easy and rewarding! If you are a church member and would love to serve in this way, contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or
[email protected] (to serve at the Fifth Avenue or Northside Food Pantries), or contact Maria Broeckel, 614.259.5296 or
[email protected] (to serve in the Vineyard Community Center). More info can be found online at ohiobenefits.org.
Baker’s Delight
If you enjoy baking & serving, we need you! We serve the women’s shelter, single moms, children’s volunteers, various women’s ministry events, newcomer’s class, nursing homes and many others. Great for friends, families and small groups who are looking for outreach opportunities. Contact Mia Byrne,
[email protected] or 614.751.5083.
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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The rebel army took control on July 4. Eventually Honorine’s family
of light, love and life. To experience what she has and still have the
was able to return to their neighborhood, but only a few houses
ability to make others smile shows how much God is in her life.”
were still standing. Slowly they rebuilt. Everyone had mixed emotions because of all the family members and friends they had lost. Honorine told me they simply went into survival mode; they didn’t have access to counseling at the time. So forgiveness and
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prayer were key to their healing.
A few days later, the
His family had to flee for their lives. Honorine
soldiers returned with an angry mob armed with guns
Kayitengerwa and her family understand that
and machetes. They forced her
fear. They were targeted along with other Tutsis during
dad to the floor at gunpoint. She
the Rwandan Genocide of 1994. As I interviewed Honorine
remembers thinking, “It’s over.”
recently, I expected to hear more about terror and killing
Then a Hutu man arrived and insisted,
than gratitude and thriving. But I was wrong.
“No! I know them. He’s not a Tutsi. He’s
Honorine has worked in the Vineyard Columbus Finance
Hutu. He’s my friend.”
Department for two years. She is stylish, quiet and kind.
Honorine and her mom wondered, “Who
Often we have chatted informally in the break room since
is that?” The stranger negotiated back and
our offices are on the same floor. Yet I knew very little about her background. “My childhood was really, really happy,” Honorine stated. She grew up as the oldest of five siblings in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. It was a safe city where kids could walk or ride bikes to friends’ houses and play outdoors unsupervised. Her parents owned their own office supply company. Power struggles between minority Tutsi and majority Hutus had flared for decades. In 1990, Tutsi groups formed an army and
had asked God for a friend just the week before, and Brooke felt prompted by the Lord to reach out. They began meeting twice a month, sharing their strengths and struggles. Honorine appreciated that Brooke was “so open and honest” from the first
a Christian college in Kenya for two years. Working to overcome the
time they met. This gave Honorine permission to be herself, too.
when she began to deal with how many relatives she had lost and worked on forgiving the killers. It was hard, and it’s still something she engages in. “Forgiveness isn’t a one-time thing. It’s ongoing.” She received a scholarship to a Christian school in Georgia where she completed her degree. After graduation, Honorine moved to Columbus to live with her uncle and his family. She didn’t like the cold weather but found a job in accounting and eventually lived on her own. She enrolled at Ohio Dominican University and earned her MBA. After graduating, she couldn’t find full-time work, needed a green card (permanent resident status) and found herself in a spiritual desert.
When Brooke and her husband Josh started a small group, Honorine was their first group member. Their group, Kindle, is like a family. It’s a safe place to connect and grow together. Through Kindle, Honorine has enjoyed making American friends and experiencing American culture. Brooke has seen Honorine grow spiritually, too, as she’s learned to listen to the Lord, share revealed words and lead a few group discussions. Each year when April rolls around, Honorine gets off Facebook. Many Rwandans post photos and memories of those killed between April and July. “I get so sad about what happened, about people we lost. I get so mad; I hate the killers and what they did. It’s just a bad time for me.”
forth, bribed the soldiers and convinced them
Despite regularly attending a friendly church, Honorine felt dry.
to leave. They never came back. Then the man took
She eventually came to a Vineyard Columbus Joshua House service.
her dad to the Hôtel des Mille Collines, later known as
“I don’t remember what the message was about, but the message
I was just crying, overwhelmed with gratitude. God has
“Hotel Rwanda.” Her mother’s church friends who were Hutus and
was all about me. I wanted more. I was crying when Jonathan
been so good to me. Why? Why me? I’m still here 20 years
this man continued to check on her family. After the Genocide, her
[Rue] was preaching. I couldn’t wait to come the next Sunday.”
later, with my family, with my friends. We’re not struggling;
family was shocked to learn this stranger was on trial for crimes he’d committed against other Tutsis. Yet to them he had been like “a guardian angel,” Honorine told me, as if still in disbelief.
When she checked out the Sunday 11:30 a.m. service, she thought, “I could see myself here. It was so diverse – internationals… all these Africans with headscarves, Asians, White, Black, Latino. The
This year Honorine noticed a difference.
I’m thriving. I’m in this great country. I’m working in this church. I have a church family, I have friends, I have health. I wasn’t supposed to be here. I was on the list of people that were supposed to be dead. You’re not supposed to
After several weeks, her dad sent for the family to join him. They
worship was amazing and Rich’s messages were so smart and
invaded Rwanda from Uganda. Many Hutus feared a loss of power
be alive and you’re actually alive, happy and blessed. God
had a frightening trip by car to the hotel, knowing they could be
on point.”
and began to target outspoken Tutsi opposition-supporters. On
keeps giving you blessing after blessing, protecting you for
shot at any of the checkpoints. Her family stayed in “Hotel Rwanda”
April 6, 1994, the Rwandan Hutu president died in a plane crash.
from early May until June. They ate once a day and survived on
That touched off three months off chaos and killing. By the time
chlorinated water from the pool when someone cut off their
the violence ended, 800,000 Tutsi and sympathizers were dead.
outside water source. Nightly they gathered and prayed. Finally
Honorine told me that after the president’s death, “Nobody was allowed to leave home. No one was working. Time stood
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approached Honorine to invite her to be prayer partners. Honorine
After her high school years at boarding school, Honorine attended language barrier, she became fluent in English there. That’s also
esus was hunted in the first year of his life.
Shortly after starting her new job, staff member Brooke Bohinc
United Nations troops came to guard the hotel and conducted a prisoner exchange.
Honorine loved that Vineyard Columbus wanted to serve the
some… purpose.
community. She began ushering with the Hospitality Ministry and
I want people to know what happened because I feel
serving with Vineyard Community Center’s Ohio Benefit Bank. She
like maybe that’s why I survived, to tell the story of what
told me it was better than sitting home feeling sorry for herself.
happened. But I don’t want people to feel like, ‘Oh, poor
A Rwandan friend told Honorine that Vineyard Columbus was hiring an accountant. She was surprised because in Rwanda, mostly
still. Bombs and grenades were going off everywhere. It was
Honorine recounted the scary ride in open U.N. trucks past jeering
the scariest time of my life.” She recalled soldiers jumping over
killers who sat along the road, smoking, drinking and shouting at
the fence into their family’s courtyard, slapping her mom and
the Tutsis while dead bodies were scattered everywhere. “They
searching for guns or anything that could link her family to the
were so mad. I was young, but I could see the hate in their eyes.
rebels. “They didn’t find anything, so they took my parents’ cars
They couldn’t believe we were actually surviving.” She still gets
Her supervisor, Financial Controller Marius Douglas, finds her
and some money.”
goose bumps talking about it.
amazing. “You would never know what she has endured. She is full
retirees work at churches. She didn’t know anyone at a church
thing.’ No, we are more than what happened. Your life isn’t just about your losses and hardships. Maybe this will be helpful for people going through a hard time. I hope so.
could get paid and receive benefits “like a real job.” So she applied,
If you want to be part of a small group as Honorine is, please talk
interviewed and felt grateful to God when she got the offer.
with a pastor after one of our services or visit vineyardcolumbus.org and use our Small Group Finder.
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Backpack Drive
It’s back to school time! Do you know what that means? Great deals on backpacks! Urban Ministry is looking for new, sturdy backpacks to be used during the Christmas season to be delivered to the homeless camps. Please label the backpack “Urban Ministry” and place them in the wire bins at any entrance. Contact Jenney Rice, jenney.rice@vineyardcolumbus. org, with any questions.
Aunt Mary’s Story Book Project
Women Serving Women prison ministry offers a program to incarcerated moms that enables them to record themselves reading a book to their children. We gift wrap the CD and the book to send to the children. We are now accepting donations of new gift wrapping paper, CDs (blank CD-R, preferably printables) and bubble mailing envelopes (“Airjacket” sizes 4, 5 and larger). Please contact Deborah Scott, 614.259.5348 or
[email protected].
Our greatest need is size 9-12 months, sleepers, onesies and outfits. Other items needed are diapers all sizes, formula and bottles. We always accept pack n plays, infant car seats, baby blankets and clothing size 0-18 months. Items can be dropped off in the Donations container in the Ministry Center Lobby marked “Value Life.” Financial donations can be made by writing “Value Life” in the Memo Line of your check. For more information, contact Diane, 614.259.5318 or diane.bauman@ vineyardcolumbus.org.
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Funeral Needs
If you are a member of Vineyard Columbus and in need of funeral and pastoral care services, please call 614.206.7802.
Food Pantries
Haiti Orphanage Donations
Our Urban Ministry has two food pantries that serve the community of Columbus. For more info, contact Rhodie Shreve, 614.259.5441 or
[email protected], or visit vineyardcolumbus.org, keywords Food Pantries.
Maize Road Elementary Needs
Helping Hands is a ministry that will do minor repairs and upkeep in your home if you cannot complete them on your own. Most jobs are completed on Saturday mornings between 9am-12pm. If you need some help around your home, please leave a message for an assessment at 614.259.5326 or email
[email protected].
Help us support our partnership with Eyes Wide Open Int’l. by donating new items for children (ages 2-18). We need flip flops, packages of underwear, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and girl’s hair bands. For more info, contact Valerie Freeman,
[email protected] or drop off donations in a bag or box clearly marked “Singles/Haiti.” 2014-2015 School Year As a community partner since 2008, we know many children are raised by under-employed or unemployed single moms. Please bless those in need by donating new or gently used outerwear, hats, gloves and scarves in youth sizes S-XL. Please drop off donations marked “Singles/Maize.”
Planned Giving
If you would like to discuss estate planning, contact Kent Irwin, 614.259.5505 or
[email protected].
Special Food Pantry Request
In addition to the personal care items we always need, please help us collect some specific items that are needed right now to add to our purchases from the MidOhio Foodbank. They are canned meals (soups, stews, ravioli, SpaghettiO’s, etc.), canned meats (tuna, chicken, pork, etc.) and canned fruits and vegetables.
Summer Donations for the Homeless
Please donate men’s only T-shirts (sizes L-3XL) and any size of men’s sweatshirts, socks and jeans. Also, used/clean or new blankets and propane. Please mark and place donations in the Urban Ministry bins located near the church entrances.
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Helping Hands
Hospital Visitation
If you are a regular attender of Vineyard Columbus and in need of visitation for short-term or long-term hospitalization, rehab, nursing home or home visitation, please call the Hospital Visitation Line, 614.259.5239.
Immigration Counseling Services
Saturdays, 10am-12pm, Vineyard Community Center We provide low-cost consultations for those who need assistance with the immigration process. Our services include, but are not limited to, filing of applications for a green card, citizenship and relative petitions. No walk-ins; by appointment only. Consultations are $30. All information is confidential. For more info, please contact Beth Watkins, 614.259.5289 or
[email protected]
Lay Counseling
Parent Coaching
Marriage & Family Life offers a coach ministry in which parent coaches encourage and equip parents to honor God and reflect his love to their children. If you are interested in being coached as a parent, please contact Angel Self, 614.259.5496 or
[email protected].
Professional Counseling Center
The Vineyard Counseling Center’s clinically-trained counselors offer a biblically-based approach to help people achieve wholeness in all aspects of their lives. We also have male and female Graduate Candidate Interns, $15/session, with experience in seeing children, teens, adults and married couples. For more information or to make an appointment, call 614.259.5409.
The Ohio Benefit Bank
The Ohio Benefit Bank assists moderate to low income families apply for over 20 public benefits, such as food stamps, Medicaid and HEAP. Veterans can get assistance in accessing records and applying for educational benefits, too. Call the OBB hotline, 614.259.5352, for an appointment at the Vineyard Community Center. OBB assistance at our Fifth Avenue or Northside Food Pantries is available Saturdays from 8-11am. Call 614.259.5441 for an appointment.
The Zone After-School Program
Monday-Friday, starting September 2, 3:30-6pm; grades K-8 It’s back-to-school time! Registration for the 2014-2015 Zone After-School Program will begin on August 5. We offer homework help, academic enrichment, recreation, crafts and much more! Annual registration fee is $50/child. To register, or for more information, contact Dee Bennett, 614.259.5251 or
[email protected].
LAUNCH
Life Skills for High School Students (grades 9-12) Our mission is to guide high school students in scholarship, leadership, and discipleship development through homework assistance, service opportunities, and small group discussions to support their transition beyond high school. Registration for the 2014-2015 school year will begin August 11. There is a $25/student annual registration fee (due with registration). For more information, please contact Nann Horn, 614.259.5507 or
[email protected].
medical needs
Free Medical, Chiropractic, Dental & Vision Clinics
Vineyard Free Health Clinics: 6000 Cooper Road, Westerville & Fifth Avenue Clinic, 171 East 5th Avenue, Columbus We provide free medical, chiropractic, dental and vision care to patients who have no Medicare, Medicaid or health insurance and incomes below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. For more information, call 614.259.5428. Si usted sólo habla español, puede comunicarse con la clínica latina al 614.293.9906.
Medical Clinic –
Fifth Avenue: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Wednesday evenings. Walk in, first come, first served. We can see 10-12 patients (dependent upon staffing). Sign-in begins at 5:30pm; line forms earlier. We provide diagnosis and treatment of illnesses only. No lab tests, injections, physicals or X-rays.
Medical Clinic – Cooper Road: 1st & 3rd Tuesday evenings.
Walk in, first come, first served. We can see 10-20 patients (dependent upon staffing). Sign-in begins at 5:30pm; line forms earlier. We provide diagnosis and treatment of illnesses only. Basic work physicals available by calling 614.259.5428 prior to coming to the clinic. No lab tests, injections or X-rays.
Dental Clinic –
Fifth Avenue: Thursday evenings. For residents of all zip codes. Walk in, first come, first served (usually the first four people are seen). Sign-up posted by 7am Thursday. Must return no later than 5:30pm to be seen. We provide dental exams, X-rays, fillings and extractions. No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics or dentures.
Dental Clinic –
Cooper Road: By appointment only. We provide dental exams, fillings, extractions and cleanings. No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics or dentures. Call 1st & 3rd Fridays, 9-9:45am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428. (Line will be open based on availability of new patient appointments.)
Vision Clinic – Fifth Avenue & Cooper Road: By appointment only. We offer eye exams and vouchers for free glasses to those who qualify. Call Fridays, 10-10:30am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428. Chiropractic Clinic – Cooper Road: By appointment only. We provide evaluation and short-term care for those with pain involving the head, neck, back or joints. No X-rays. No ongoing care. Call Fridays, 10-10:30am to schedule appointments, 614.259.5428.
Our Support for Life Ministry has a team of lay counselors who come alongside people in difficult times to minister insight, healing and spiritual growth. If you’re a member or regular attender and would like to meet with a lay counselor, please apply. Applications may be found online at bit.ly/receivelaycounseling. For more info, contact the Support for Life Team, 614.259.5289. to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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sunday
monday
ministries
tuesday
Labor Day: Cooper Road Closed
wednesday
Phase III 9:30am
HS • Fusion: High School IFI • International Friendship JH • Joshua House
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M & FL • Marriage & Family Life MS • Fusion: Middle School SfL • Support for Life
Beth Moore Bible Study 9:30am
Singles Book Club 7pm
Open Prayer for Healing 7pm
Beth Moore Bible Study 7pm
Storyline for Men 6:30pm
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Midpoint 7pm Beth Moore Bible Study 7pm
VK • VineyardKids
friday
Engage 7pm (Sawmill Campus)
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All Things New 3:30pm
thursday
saturday
Celebrate Recovery 7pm
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Beth Moore Bible Study 9:30am
Healing 1 9am
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Soul Provider 6:30pm
Storyline for Men 6:30pm
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Living Proof Simulcast 8:30am (Sawmill Campus)
Celebrate Recovery 7pm
Intro to Leadership 9am
VI • Vineyard Institute WM • Women’s Ministry
Open Prayer for Healing 9am
UM • Urban Ministry
Co-dependency 101 1pm
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Newcomer’s Class 2:30pm
Open Prayer for Healing 7pm
Singles Book Club 7pm
Marriage Seminar 7pm
Midpoint 7pm
All Things New 3:30pm
Beth Moore Bible Study 7pm
Trng. • training
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Beth Moore Bible Study 9:30am
Jesus and the Qur’an 6:30pm
Storyline for Men 6:30pm
Celebrate Recovery 7pm
Healing 2 9am
Encounter 7pm
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Celebrate Recovery 7pm
Alpha 6:30pm
All Things New 3:30pm
Jesus and the Qur’an 8am
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Midpoint 7pm Beth Moore Bible Study 7pm
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to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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bookstore 614.891.6440
monday closed tuesday 12-5pm wednesday 12-5pm thursday 12-5pm friday 12-5pm saturday 5:30-8:15pm sunday 8:45am-1:45pm closed during services
to contact vc staff, call 614.890.0000, by last name, or e-mail using
[email protected]
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