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Reshaping Your Life In his letter the Apostle Paul writes to the Church in Philippi, and says; “I thank my God every time I remember you. I always pray with joy in my every prayer for all of you because of your participation in the gospel from the first day until now.” The word "participation" in the Greek language is "koinonia" and it means joint fellowship, participation and partnership. Paul was thanking the Philippians for their joint participation or partnership in the Gospel.
The day Paul preached the gospel to Lydia, his first convert, down by the river in Philippi, she took his whole team into her home and established a church. They continued in joint participation from then on. They housed his ministry team, received instruction and provided a physical church for others to be converted. They also taught and gave financially into Paul's ministry. We all need "joint participation" in the Gospel. We need partners and to be partners with others. This is the mission and function of the church on Earth, the Body of Christ. Paul wrote to the Church in Ephesus and mentioned; “From Him the whole body grows, fitted and held together through every supporting ligament. As each one does its part, the body grows in love.” We are fit and joined together under God’s direction. Every joint -- every ligament -- nourished through this partnership in the gospel to grow the Kingdom. How much have you thought about this? This is our mission. Without the gospel, what is left? I believe it is God’s desire for this gospel partnership to be at the core of your life. A growing commitment to the gospel serves as evidence that God has reshaped your life and regenerated your heart. Here’s the question, then. What about the evidence of this in your life? Does it point to a God-centered mission of “growing the kingdom,” or does it show that you’re in partnership with something else? I challenge you to reshape your life and join in this mission of participating in the gospel. |
Children and Student Ministries:
For more information on all of our summer camps and events for children and students visit vailchristian.com/signup, or contact Julie Spier, Director of Children and Students. |
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Trailhead - June 27th @ 11am A trailhead is the beginning of a journey. The Trailhead Class is the beginning of your journey here with Vail Christian Church. This is a chance for you to learn all about what Vail Christian Church has to offer, and where can get connected. Contact Connection Pastor Tim Sheaffer for details! |
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The Global Leadership Summit: On August 5-6, Pantano Christian Church is hosting a satellite site of this incredible event. You will experience world-class lecturers, bold new ideas on leadership, and tremendous growth in your own leadership ability in the work place, at home or in the church. Register online at vailchristian.com/summit2010. |
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White Tail Picnic 2010 - Sunday, August 15th |
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Life is meant to be lived in community! Community Groups are a way to be discipled, to disciple others and to connect with your church throughout the week. If you'd like more information about our network of community groups, contact Dave Spier. |
Eric and Beth Yodis are church-planters in Ukraine. Currently they are building a church called “The Church on the Shelter.” It is a church building they are constructing on top of an abandoned bomb shelter. We have sent a team of high school students to Ukraine to assist in the construction and at the end of this month a team of men from Vail Christian Church will journey there to help complete this project. This year Eric has partnered with the Baptist Union in the Donetsk Oblast (Province) to offer their program of church-planter training as part of their Missiology program of study. They brought four students to this partnership and the program has 15 currently studying, for a total of 19 students. From June 26-July 10, Vail Christian’s team of builders, Led by Connection Pastor Tim Sheaffer, will be traveling to Ukraine to aid in the construction of their church building. Here are a number of prayer requests for the Yodis’ and our team: - Pray for the students of the church-planter training program as they study and learn to reach people in the surrounding area for Jesus Christ. - Pray for Eric and Beth to have strength and wisdom as they work diligently to change the spiritual climate of Ukraine. - Pray for Tim and our team as they leave for Ukraine. Pray that they will be of great help to Eric in the construction of the church building and that they will be greatly impacted by the work happening in there. - Pray for their health and safety as they travel. Pray against anything that may distract our team from the work they are going to accomplish. Stuart and Robyn Hackett are missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators. Currently they are studying French in Paris, France and soon they will be moving to Cameroon to create a written language for indigenous people there and eventually translate the Bible into that language. Here is their latest update: We have moved up into a higher level class that is moving a little bit faster. This has meant some extra work, but it also means we are more likely to reach our goal of learning French well enough to leave for Cameroon at the end of December. We really feel like we have grown a great deal in our awareness of being crafted by God for His purposes, being wholly dependent on Him in so many areas where before we probably felt, deep down, like we were completely in control. This has deepened our joy and peace and over-whelmed us with humility. Please pray that God keeps our hearts at rest in Him, even as we work hard, so that we can be driven by the Spirit and not our ambitions to spend our time on what pleases Him. Please also pray that we both find good language helpers to help us practice speaking French this summer while our regular classes are out of session. Did I say we were healthy? Healthier is probably more accurate. Stuart's toe has struck again! Yes, that toe starting acting up, but thankfully there is a part time podiatrist who lives in our building who was able and willing to give Stuart a little in house "surgery" (with no anesthetic I might add). Please pray that Stuart's toe heals up again and is prevented from becoming re-infected. And little Sammy is teething again, so he is a little more on-edge. This raises our anxiety a bit in concern for our neighbors, so please pray that God gives us all patience and grace for each other. |
Eric and Beth Yodis - yodis.org
Stuart & Robyn Hackett
books . . .
The Ragamuffin Gospel
by Brennan Manning
In his book The Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning explores the true meaning of God's grace in our lives. He seeks to disband our pre-conceived pictures of God as a religious taskmaster and reintroduces us to the amazing gospel of grace - the truth that God freely gives us his love not because of but despite the things that we do. In doing so, Manning encourages us to admit our need for God and accept his gracious love.
music . . .
Heaven and Earth
by Phil Wickham
This finely wrought work returns to Phil Wickham's vision of a joyful reunion with his maker. The author of songs like "Cannons" and "Jesus, Lord of Heaven" has created an even deeper worshipful tone in his newest album "Heaven and Earth". With unique lyrics, strong imagery and his signature vocal ability, Phil Wickham has created an album that expresses his passion for being in unity with God. Don't miss this album!
websites . . .
With the latest version of iTunes, Apple has introduced a collection of lectures, sermons and speakers called iTunes U. Here you can browse colleges and universities, professors and lecturers, and continue your education on nearly any topic, including theology and faith. It is a great resource for those hungry for knowledge!
messages this month . . .
One Church: Living Out Paul's Letter To The Philippian Church
Paul's letter to the church in Philippi is rich with wisdom and insight into the worldview of a Christ-follower. Everything from worship, discipline fo the mind, and our partnership in the gospel is addressed and Paul minces no words to express his urgency. In this nine-week series Lead Pastor Ben Pitney, Connection Pastor Tim Sheaffer and Worship Pastor Chris McLaughlin will unpack this letter and it's impact on the church today.
Series runs from May 16th through July 11th!
Sometimes between life at work and life at home, we need some encouragement or a reminder of what God is doing in our lives. That’s why the Vail Christian Church Podcast is a must have on your iTunes subscriptions.
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Lead Pastor: Ben Pitney
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Connection Pastor: Tim Sheaffer
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Lead Worshiper: Chris McLaughlin
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Director of Students & Children: Julie Spier
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Administration & Children: Meghan James
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Assistant To The Pastor: Sherri Van Fleet
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Community Groups: Dave Spier
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Accounting: Jennifer Bertrand
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High School:
Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 p.m.
4 Community Groups located in Rita Ranch.
Visit: vailchristian.com/hssmallgroups
Sunday mornings 11:00-12:05 a.m.
For more information
contact julie@vailchristian.com.
Our children's programs meet during our regular
service times at 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. We offer programs
for nursery, preschool, and elementary school aged
children. For questions, visit vailchristian.com/children or contact julie@vailchristian.com.