Bulletin February 11, 2024

 
Welcome to Worship
February 11, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
Jan Hoit
 
Welcome to Service
Jay Hill
 
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Choral Praise
“Not Unto Us”
Soloist: Corey Dugan
 
 
Congregational Singing
 
“The Integrity of the King”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

 
 
News & Events

 

Super Sunday is Today!

We will not have our normal afternoon or evening activities.

 

Mexico Mission Trip Mtg

Looking to serve God on a short term mission trip? Join us today following the second worship service to learn about our March trip. The next payment is due.

 

Handbell Festival

The 41st Annual Southern Colorado Handbell Festival is February 17, at 5:30 pm. It will be at the Colorado Springs Christian Schools Gymnasium. Admission is free. (A free-will offering will be collected.) Click for more info.

Giving Statements

Please watch for your Giving Statement in the mail. You can also access it online at any time at vgbc.org/statements.

 

Mexico Missions Luncheon

Come support our Juarez team by buying lunch on Sunday, February 25, starting at 11 a.m. Dine in or get a meal to go! Click to reserve a table.

 

Custom Made Snowy Spa Party

It’s a spa party for 2nd – 6th grade girls! Just like a snowflake, you’re unique. Learn what God says about you while enjoying pampering fun on Sat., March 2,

9 am – 3 pm. Cost is $15 for supplies. Visit the info booth today or click to register.

 

Lost & Found

Please check the abundance of items located downstairs by the coatrack. Items not retrieved by the end of February will be donated to a local charity.

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.

 

James 1:22

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin February 4, 2024

 
Welcome to Worship
February 4, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
Gina Wamble
 
Welcome to Service
Jay Hill
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Choral Praise
“At the Name of Jesus”
 
Congregational Singing
 
Message in Song
“Count the Stars”
Soloist: James Dugan
 
“The Superiority of the King”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

 
 
News & Events

 

Giving Statements

Please watch for your Giving Statement in the mail. You can also access it online at any time by clicking here.

 

Senior Adult Brunch

Join us Sat., Feb. 10, from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm for a Valentine’s Day Brunch! There will be a make your own baked potato bar, salad bar, & sundae bar. Tickets are $5. Sign up at the info booth today!

 

50th Anniversary Booklet

So many years of memories! Preorders are being taken for our anniversary booklet. Visit the info booth today to sign up for yours. Cost: $13.50 each.
 

Mexico Mission Trip Meeting

Looking to serve God on a short term mission trip? Come learn about our March trip on February 11 following the second worship service. The next payment will be due.

 

Handbell Festival

The 41st Annual Southern Colorado Handbell Festival is February 17, at 5:30 pm. It will be at the Colorado Springs Christian Schools gymnasium. Admission is free. (A free-will offering will be collected.) For more info, visit socohandbells.org.

 

Custom Made Girls’ Snowy Spa Party

It’s a spa party for 2nd – 6th grade girls! Just like a snowflake, you’re unique. Learn what God says about you while enjoying pampering fun on Sat., March 2, 9 am – 3 pm. Cost is $15 for supplies. Visit the info booth today or click here to register.

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power.

 

Hebrews 1:3a

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin January 28, 2024

 
Welcome to Worship
January 28, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
“Nothing But the Blood”
Orchestra
 
Choral Praise
“Spread a Little Kindness”
2nd Grade Choir
 
Welcome to Service
Dr. Chris Moore
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Congregational Singing
 
“Relationships and the Kingdom”
Dr. Chris Moore
 
 
Lord’s Supper Service
 

 
News & Events

 

50th Anniversary Booklet

So many years of memories! Preorders are being taken for our anniversary booklet. Visit the info booth today to sign up for yours. Cost: $13.50 each

 

Custom Made Volunteers

We need volunteers for the Snowy Spa Party (on Mar. 2,

9 am – 3 pm). Spa, craft, & teacher positions are available. Sign up at the info booth today or click here.

 

Benevolence Offering

Following the Lord’s Supper next Sunday, a benevolence offering will be collected by the deacons to help those in need. Please pray about your gift.

 

Senior Adult Chair Yoga

It’s time to sit, stretch, & strengthen. Come on out Saturday, Feb. 3, at 9:00 am in the Youth Wing. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Sign up next Sunday!

 

Kids Winter Retreat: Feb 2-4

For 4th, 5th, & 6th graders at Ponderosa! Cost is $120/child. Register by clicking here!

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for each other, love one another deeply, from the heart.

 

1 Peter 1:22b

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin January 21, 2024

 
Welcome to Worship
January 21, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
Joseph Day
 
Welcome to Service
Devin Knuckles
 
Preparation for Worship
 
 
Choral Praise
There is a Fountain
 
Testimony
Life Network
Rob Denler
 
Congregational Singing
 
“Godliness and the Kingdom”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

 
News & Events

 

50th Anniversary Booklet

So many years of memories! Preorders are being taken for our anniversary booklet. Visit the info booth today to sign up for yours. Cost: $13.50 each

 

Custom Made Volunteers

We need volunteers for the Snowy Spa Party (on Mar. 2,

9 am – 3 pm). Spa, craft, & teacher positions are available. Sign up at the info booth today or click here.

 

Benevolence Offering

Following the Lord’s Supper next Sunday, a benevolence offering will be collected by the deacons to help those in need. Please pray about your gift.

 

Assisted Listening

Due to technical issues, Assisted Listening has been moved to its own Wi-Fi signal; you can no longer listen on the Guest Wi-Fi. Simply switch to the Assisted Wi-Fi. Learn more at vgbc.org/hear.

 

Senior Adult Chair Yoga

It’s time to sit, stretch, & strengthen. Come on out Saturday, Feb. 3, at 9:00 am in the Youth Wing. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Sign up next Sunday!

 

Kids Winter Retreat: Feb 2-4

For 4th, 5th, & 6th graders at Ponderosa! Cost is $120/child. Register by clicking here!

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

 

Titus 2:11-12

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin January 14, 2024

 
Welcome to Worship
January 14, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
Jan Hoit
 
Welcome to Service
Jimmy Peck
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Choral Praise
Jesus, Draw me Ever Nearer
 
 
Congregational Singing
 
 
“Perseverance and the Kingdom”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

News & Events

 

 

 

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

 

2 Timothy 4:7

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin January 7, 2023

 
Welcome to Worship
January 7, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Baptism
 
 
Prelude
Gina Wamble
 
Welcome to Service
 
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Congregational Singing
 
 
“The Kingdom and the Church”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

News & Events

 

 

Ladies Bible Study

Join us Tuesday mornings, beginning Jan. 9 at 9:00. Our study   by Jen Wilkin is in 1, 2, & 3 John. Books are $23 and include a video access code. Questions? Contact jan.giles@vgbc.org or Carol at ckurkowski@aol.com.

 

Vista Kids Preschool

Registration for the 2024-25 school year begins soon! VGBC members have early registration priority, which begins online Jan. 18 at 9 am. Contact Julie Shade for the special early registration link. Registration opens to everyone on January 22. Don’t miss your opportunity to register first!

 

Discipleship Training

The Winter term classes begin today and will be held each Sunday from 4:30 – 5:45 pm through May 5. Visit the info booth today to see available classes and to sign up.

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.

 

1 Timothy 15

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin December 31, 2023

 
Welcome to Worship
December 31, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Video
 
Prelude
 
Welcome to Service
Dr. Chris Moore
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Congregational Singing
 
Message in Song
“The Light of That City”
Scott Root
 
“What are You Looking For?”
Mikeal Miles
 

 
 
 
News & Events

 

 

Discipleship Training Classes—Winter Term

Classes will be held Jan. 7 – May 5, each Sunday from 4:30 – 5:45 pm.  Available classes: Study in Ephesians, Moms in Prayer, Everyday Evangelism, Fundamentals of Faith, The Joy of Fearing God, Marriage Ministry, & Financial Peace University. For more info and to sign up, visit the info booth starting next Sunday.

 

Share Your Faith Workshop

Learn how to easily share your faith! Join us Sat., Jan. 6, 9 am – 3:30 pm. The cost of $15/person includes materials and lunch. Sign up at the info booth today!
 

Kids Winter Retreat

For all 4th, 5th, & 6th graders! Join us for Benchmark at Ponderosa, Feb. 2-4, 2024. Cost is $120/child. Click to register.

 

Perspectives on World Missions Class

Learn how God is calling you to join Him in reaching the world with the Gospel of Jesus. Class is each Tuesday, Jan. 23 – May 6, 6 – 9 pm at Cross Fellowship Church. Cost ranges from $250 – 500. Click to register.
 

Mexico Mission Trip Meeting—Jan. 14

Looking to serve God on a short term mission trip? Come learn about our March 2024 trip following the second worship service. The first deposit will be due.
 

Men’s Ministry Fellowship

Come on out Tues., Jan. 16, at 6:30 pm and enjoy a little fellowship, a lot of food, and learn how you can plug into the Men’s Ministry.

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

 

John 14:6

 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin December 24, 2023

 
Welcome to Worship
December 24, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
 
Prelude
Brass Ensemble
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Welcome to Service
Jimmy Peck
 
Congregational Singing
 
Scripture Reading
 
Congregational Singing
 
Message in Song
“Noel”
Jenna Lamb
 
“Declared For All People”
Brandon Anderson
 

 
 
 
News & Events

 

2023 Contributions

All VGBC 2023 contributions need to be delivered to Kim Carmichael at the church office no later than 3 pm, Friday, Dec. 29, or be postmarked by Dec. 30. Contributions submitted after this time will be applied toward 2024 contribution statements.
 

Useful Giving Info for Senior Adults

If you have a traditional IRA, are 73 or older, and would like information on how to donate the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) without paying taxes on the distribution, please contact Kim Carmichael through the church office.

 

Discipleship Training Classes—Winter Term

Classes will be held Jan. 7 – May 5, each Sunday from 4:30 – 5:45 pm.  Available classes: Study in Ephesians, Moms in Prayer, Everyday Evangelism, Fundamentals of Faith, The Joy of Fearing God, Marriage Ministry, & Financial Peace University. For more info and to sign up, visit the info booth starting next Sunday.

 

Share Your Faith Workshop

Learn how to easily share your faith! Join us Sat., Jan. 6, 9 am – 3:30 pm. The cost of $15/person includes materials and lunch. Sign up at the info booth today!
 

Kids Winter Retreat

For all 4th, 5th, & 6th graders! Join us for Benchmark at Ponderosa, Feb. 2-4, 2024. Cost is $120/child. Click to register.

 

Perspectives on World Missions Class

Learn how God is calling you to join Him in reaching the world with the Gospel of Jesus. Class is each Tuesday, Jan. 23 – May 6, 6 – 9 pm at Cross Fellowship Church. Cost ranges from $250 – 500. Click to register.
Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week
for my eyes have seen your salvation…a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.”
 
Luke 2:30, 32
 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin December 17, 2023

 
Welcome to Worship
December 17, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
Video
 
Prelude
 
Preparation for Worship
Luke 1:30-33
 
Welcome to Service
Jay Hill
 
Baby Dedication
 
Choral Praise
“Wonderful Name”
 
Scripture Reading
 
 

Congregational Singing

 
 
“The Word Became Flesh”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

 
 
 
News & Events

 

Please Note for Dec. 24

No childcare or children’s or youth Sunday school will be held on Dec. 24. Adult classes have the option of meeting or taking off. Regular childcare and children’s/youth Sunday school will resume on Dec. 31.

 

2023 Contributions

All VGBC 2023 contributions need to be delivered to Kim Carmichael at the church office no later than 3 pm, Friday, Dec. 29, or be postmarked by Dec. 30. Contributions submitted after this time will be applied toward 2024 contribution statements.
 

Useful Giving Info for Senior Adults

If you have a traditional IRA, are 73 or older, and would like information on how to donate the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) without paying taxes on the distribution, please contact Kim Carmichael through the church office.

 

Discipleship Training Classes—Winter Term

Classes will be held Jan. 7 – May 5, each Sunday from 4:30 – 5:45 pm.  Available classes: Study in Ephesians, Moms in Prayer, Everyday Evangelism, Fundamentals of Faith, The Joy of Fearing God, Marriage Ministry, & Financial Peace University. For more info and to sign up, visit the info booth starting next Sunday.

 

Share Your Faith Workshop

Learn how to easily share your faith! Join us Sat., Jan. 6, 9 am – 3:30 pm. The cost of $15/person includes materials and lunch. Sign up at the info booth today!
 

Kids Winter Retreat

For all 4th, 5th, & 6th graders! Join us for Benchmark at Ponderosa, Feb. 2-4, 2024. Cost is $120/child. Click to register.

 

Perspectives on World Missions Class

Learn how God is calling you to join Him in reaching the world with the Gospel of Jesus. Class is each Tuesday, Jan. 23 – May 6, 6 – 9 pm at Cross Fellowship Church. Cost ranges from $250 – 500. Click to register.
Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week
You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.
 
Luke 1:31
 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care


Bulletin December 10, 2023

 
Welcome to Worship
December 10, 2023
 
 
 
 
Worship Order
 
Video
 
Prelude
 
Preparation for Worship
 
Welcome to Service
Bill Cox
 
Choral Praise – Alive
“Light of the World”
Soloists: Elizabeth Ludwig, Corrie Benton
 
Scripture Reading
 
 

Congregational Singing

 
Message in Song 
“Adore”
Redeemed
 
“The King’s Return”
Dr. Chris Moore
 

 
 
 
News & Events

 

Christmas Dessert Theater

Tonight is the last night to watch Simply Christmas, Do Not Be Afraid. It will also be live-streamed. You can watch by clicking here.

 

Angel Tree

Share the love of Jesus and help bring Christmas joy to a prisoner’s child. Visit the info booth today to choose a child to purchase gifts for and/or volunteer for sorting & delivering.

 

International Christmas

Join us for this free celebration event on Sat., December 16, from 5:30 -7pm. This is a great time to invite your friends, colleagues, neighbors, etc, and share the reason for the season!

 

Senior Adult Christmas Party

Join us for lunch and an ugly Christmas sweater contest Sat., December 16, from 11:30-1:30 pm. Tickets are $8/person. Visit the info booth today!

 

Kids Winter Retreat

For all 4th, 5th, & 6th graders! Join us for Benchmark at Ponderosa, Feb. 2-4, 2024. Cost is $120/child. Click to register.

 

Perspectives on World Missions Class

Learn how God is calling you to join Him in reaching the world with the Gospel of Jesus. Class is each Tuesday, Jan. 23 – May 6, 6 – 9 pm at Cross Fellowship Church. Cost ranges from $250 – 500. Click to register.
 

New Marriage Ministry

We are very excited about the launch of VGBC’s new marriage ministry, Re|Engage. This 15-week discipleship course will meet Sundays beginning January 7, from 4:20-5:45 pm. Whether you are looking to take your marriage from good to great or are barely hanging on, Re|Engage is for you. Visit the info booth for more info or to sign up. Cost is $50/couple.
 

2023 Contributions

All 2023 contributions to VGBC need to be delivered to Kim Carmichael at the church office no later than 3 pm, Friday, Dec. 29, or be postmarked by Dec. 30. Contributions submitted after this time will be applied toward 2024 statements.

Thank you for joining us for worship at VGBC.
 
If you are visitor, we are delighted you chose to worship with us.  We have a gift for you, so please visit the Welcome Desk before or after the service. We would love to share with you how you can get connected. 
 
  
 
We have online giving . Also, we have offering plates at the back of the Worship Center at the end of each service.  While you are welcome to give, all we ask of our guests is to visit us at the Welcome Desk near the entry! 
 
 
 
Scripture of the Week
Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
 
Isaiah 7:14
 
 
 
Our Ministerial Staff
 
 Dr. Chris Moore
Pastor
 
Dr. Devin Knuckles
Minister of Admin
 
Jay Hill
Minister of Music
 
Jimmy Peck
Minister of Children
 
Brandon Anderson
Student Minister
 
Bill Cox
Pastoral Care