SUNDAY, February 23, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: TBD
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

•If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
•If you would like to give an offering, Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, or you can give online by visiting thevailchurch.com/give - We want to Thank you for your continued support!
•Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
•BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
•We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS  2.23.25

•VCA Ski-a-thon
◦"We're excited to join in support of Vail Christian Academy's Ski-a-thon Fundraiser. This event is not just about skiing or snowboarding—it's about coming together as a community to make a positive impact. By donating, you'll directly support the students and programs at Vail Christian Academy, helping to provide excellent Christian education in the valley. Kids from our congregation will be in the K-hall with more info on how to donate. Let's join together and make a difference in the lives of our students and community!"
▪Table in Gym
•Baby Dedications (11:00 service only)
◦Hailey & Garry Dubbs - daughter Mary Adeline Dubbs
◦Rosa Rodriguez Castro & Kevin Aponte Rodriguez - daughter Mia Justina Aponte Rodríguez

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, February 23, 2025
•SM Ministry
•Prayer
•Young Adults
•We Wax While You Worship
•TVC Pickleball
•Mountain Top Services
•ELDC early bird
•Men’s High Ground
•Learning Community
•Men’s Moab Save The Date
•SM Lock-in
•VCA Ski-a-thon


A look ahead Announcement Requests:

Sunday,  March 2, 2025
•WE WAX WHILE YOU WORSHIP
•Last one for the season - (March 9th). A special thanks for Jeff McAbee and his crew of volunteers!

•Blended and Blessed Family Event
◦We will be hosting the 'Blended and Blessed' livestream event for blended families on Saturday April 5th, from 8 AM to 2:30 PM. This event will unpack strategies crucial to building unity in your stepfamily with some of today’s most trusted and respected experts, and will challenge, inspire, and encourage you. Childcare is available for younger kids, Register today at thevailchurch.com/events.

•COMMUNION
                                                                   

Staff out of Office
•Mike Out - 2.10-2.19.25
•Leo & Kristin Out 2.26-3.4.25
•Greg Out - 2.19-2.24.25
                   
•Final Sweep 2.23.25 - Todd Doss
•Celebration of Life for Deb Croff - Saturday, February 22, 2025 • 11:00
•Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
•Staff Photo re-takes - Wednesday, March 12 10:00am - East Conference Room
•TVC Ministry Reports 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
•Next Staff Meeting - Tuesday, February 25, 2025
◦1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM

TVC Staff Meeting Minutes
February 11, 2025  | 1:30 p.m. | West Conference Room
Present: Craig, Kristin, Sara, Brenda, Sheldon, Melody, Judith, Wendy, Leo, Luke, Todd, Kelli, Justin
Present Via FaceTime:  N/A
Absent: Jeannie, Lenee, Mike, Greg, Mel, Taylor

                                                                                                   
SUNDAY, February 16, 2025
SERMON: Leo Loughmiller  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: TBD

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
If you would like to give an offering, Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, or you can give online by visiting thevailchurch.com/give - We want to Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 2.16.25
Middle School Lock-in
Our Middle School Ministry will be hosting lock-in here at the Vail church March 7 till the morning of the 8th. This will be an evening of hanging out, games, competitions, and making new friends. Please register online if your child is interested in joining

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, February 16, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Learning Community
Baby Dedications
Men’s Moab Save The Date
SM Lock-in

A look ahead Announcement Requests:

Sunday, February 23, 2025
Baby Dedications (11:00 service only)
VCA Ski-a-thon
Table in gym (waiting on verbiage)

Sunday,  March 2, 2025
WE WAX WHILE YOU WORSHIP
Last one for the season - (March 9th).
COMMUNION

                                                                   
Staff out of Office
Mike Out - 2.10-2.19.25
Leo & Kristin Out 2.26-3.4.25
Prayer Requests:
Click here to view
Other/New Business:                    
Final Sweep 2.16.25 - Craig & Lenee
Final Sweep Check List | New final sweep schedule
Celebration of Life for Deb Croff - Saturday, February 22, 2025 • 11:00
Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
STAFF LUNCH SCHEDULE - Next Staff Lunch on 2.19.25
TVC Ministry Reports due:  2.17, 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
Next Staff Meeting - Tuesday, February 25, 2025
1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM


MINISTRY UPDATES:

Wendy - Graphic Design
Shared new branding with team
Google links provided for V-Cards - This is the link
TVC Brand presentation
Planning stages of reno/update of the Loft and East side of building

Brenda - Administrative
Ministry Reports due on Monday, February 17th by noon.

Kristin - Connecting | Social Media Director & Worship Assistant
Connecting
25-30 consistent volunteers
Social Media
4oo+ followers with continued growth

Leo - Discipleship/Adult Ministries
Learning Communities going great
Disciple making have been fruitful
More and more stories being told
Young Adults
Meeting every other week on campus
Seeing growth during off-week with small group meetings
New leaders are stepping up

Sheldon - Facilities
Security Panel is fixed
To silence - push silence and the code 1111
Roof leak fixed
Gym outlet fixed
HEAT permanently fixed
New project - replacing side doors in Sanctuary and Khall

Sheldon - Extreme Team
Kick-off dinner this past Saturday night
Currently have 12 team members (could increase)
Hopeful to have 2 teams of 6 or 8 people

Justin & Taylor - Student  Ministry
JV acceptance letter sent
3 students (would like to take more)
6 adults
HS & MS
Gospel sharing going strong
New study began in February
MS Lock-In March 7-8

Kelli - TVC Women’s Ministry
Catching up on leader meetings to plan the remainder of the year
Thursday morning study continues to grow
New mentoring program starting soon
Sweet time of honoring Deb last Thursday

Luke - Technology
Continued efforts in launching Clear Stream

Todd - Worship Ministry
Praying for team relationships
Growth of team happening
Explanation of worship

Melita & Sara - TVCDC
Continue to be fully staffed!
Grant awarded of $32,000
3 new fence barriers
New infant carpeting being installed on 2.15.25
Influenza A is going around
Two new TVCDC families attending church
Upcoming Events
State visit March or April
Superhero’s for Jesus
Class Valentine parties


Melody/Judith - Children’s Ministry
Daddy Daughter Event
69 girls and 48 dads
Great time
Older girls want the tradition to continue
Big thank you to all who helped with the event
New connections with families
Continued engagement with new volunteers
Please pray for the Momco event this Friday
ELDC - 68 confirmed reservations  - can take up to 115.
5 families filled out Host cards for counselors

Craig - Lead Pastor
10 year strategic planning with Elder Board

Lenee - Local/Global Missions
N/A

Greg - Finance
N/A

Mike - Executive Pastor
N/A

Jeannie - Finance
N/A

NEXT MEETING:  Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in the West Conference Room

Respectfully Submitted by Brenda Gruber 2.12.25

SUNDAY, February 9, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: TBD

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
If you would like to give an offering, Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, or you can give online by visiting thevailchurch.com/give - We want to Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 2.9.25
ELDC

• We are thrilled to be hosting the 11th annual Eagle Lake Day Camp this summer, June 16-20, 2025. While Eagle Lake provides the waterslides, counselors, Bible studies and fun, we can't make camp happen without your help! We need host families for the counselors, lunches and dinners, people to help with check-in and check out, among other needs. To sign up please fill out the Eagle Lake Camp Card in the seat pocket or use the QR code provided on the bulletin. You can drop the card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.

High Ground - Final plug - deadline to register Feb. 12th.

• Men of TVC!  Our church is hosting the 35th annual Men's High Ground Conference Feb. 26, 27, & 28TH.  This annual conference exists for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men to become mature spiritual leaders in their home, church and business.  Pastor Craig has led off the conference teaching for numerous years and will be joined by many other notable speakers. The conference consists of three morning and evening sessions with evening worship provided by Worship lead Todd Doss and our good friend Bruce Carroll.  The registration is open, please visit thevailchurch.com to sign up today. The deadline to register is February 12th!

• Deb Croff Celebration of Life (slide showing)
  • Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 11:00  - verbiage forthcoming.

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, February 9, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Learning Community
Baby Dedications
Men’s Moab Save The Date

A look ahead Announcement Requests:
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Middle School Lock-in
Our Middle School Ministry will be hosting lock-in here at the Vail church March 7 till the morning of the 8th. This will be an evening of hanging out, games, competitions, and making new friends. Please register online if your child is interested in joining

Sunday, February 23, 2025
Baby Dedications (11:00 service only)
VCA Ski-a-thon
Table in gym (waiting on verbiage)

Sunday,  March 2, 2025
WE WAX WHILE YOU WORSHIP
Last one for the season - (March 9th).
                                                                 
Staff out of Office
Mike Out - 2.10-2.19.25
Leo & Kristin Out 2.26-3.4.25


Other/New Business:                    
Final Sweep 2.9.25 - Leo & Kristin
Celebration of Life for Deb Croff - Saturday, February 22, 2025 • 11:00
Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
STAFF LUNCH SCHEDULE - Staff Lunch tomorrow 2.5
TVC Ministry Reports due:  2.17, 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
Next Staff Meeting - Tuesday, February 11, 2025
1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM

SUNDAY, February 2, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: Video?
COMMUNION: MIKE SADLER

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 2.2.25
MEN’S FRIDAY BREAKFAST
Adlib - next Friday Feb. 7th
MEN’S MOAB SAVE THE DATE
MAY 8, 9 & 10 ad lib.
Benevolence (after service)

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, February 2, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Daddy Daughter Date
Learning Community
Baby Dedications
Men’s Friday Breakfast
Men’s Moab Save The Date
Josiah Venture application



A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, February 9, 2025
ELDC
We are thrilled to be hosting the 11th annual Eagle Lake Day Camp this summer, June 16-20, 2025. While Eagle Lake provides the waterslides, counselors, Bible studies and fun, we can't make camp happen without your help! We need host families for the counselors, lunches and some dinners, people to help with check-in and check out, among other needs. To sign up please fill out the Eagle Lake Camp Card in the seat pocket or use the QR code provided on the bulletin. You can drop the card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.

High Ground - Final plug
Men of TVC!  Our church is hosting the 35th annual Men's High Ground Conference Feb. 26, 27, & 28TH.  This annual conference exists for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men to become mature spiritual leaders in their home, church and business.  Pastor Craig has led off the conference teaching for numerous years and will be joined by many other notable speakers. The conference consists of three morning and evening sessions with evening worship provided by Worship lead Todd Doss and our good friend Bruce Carroll.  The registration is open, please visit thevailchurch.com to sign up today.                                                                  

Staff out of Office
Greg Out - 1.23-1.29.25
Leo & Kristin Out 2.26-3.4.25

Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
STAFF LUNCH SCHEDULE - Staff Lunch tomorrow 1.29 and 2.5
TVC Ministry Reports due:  2.17, 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
Next Staff Meeting - TODAY Tuesday, January 28, 2025
1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM

SUNDAY, January 26, 2025
SERMON: Erik Petrik  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: TBD
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 1.26.25 (TBD)
Men’s High Ground -  2nd plug
Men of TVC!  Our church is hosting the 35th annual Men's High Ground Conference Feb. 26, 27, & 28TH.  This annual conference exists for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men to become mature spiritual leaders in their home, church and business.  Pastor Craig has led off the conference teaching for numerous years and will be joined by many other notable speakers. The conference consists of three morning and evening sessions with evening worship provided by Worship lead Todd Doss and our good friend Bruce Carroll.  The registration is open, please visit thevailchurch.com to sign up today.
Daddy Daughter Date - 2nd plug
Dads and daughters ( 3 years old to 5th grade) are invited to a western theme date on February 8th, 2 to 4 pm, here at The Vail Church. There will be games, food, dancing, and more. Cost is $15 dollars per person. Register online at thevailchurch.com.
TVC Baby Dedications - Sunday, February 23, 2025
We will be holding baby dedications on Sunday, February 23rd at the 11:00 service. If you would like to have your child dedicated, please contact brenda@thevailchurch.com.
We Wax While You Worship - (for 2.2.25)
Next Sunday, February 2nd - adlib

A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, FEBRUARY 2, 2025
MEN’S FRIDAY BREAKFAST - February 7th
adlib

A double look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, February 9, 2025
ELDC
We are thrilled to be hosting the 11th annual Eagle Lake Day Camp this summer, June 16-20, 2025. While Eagle Lake provides the waterslides, counselors, Bible studies and fun, we can't make camp happen without your help! We need host families for the counselors, lunches and some dinners, people to help with check-in and check out, among other needs. To sign up please fill out the Eagle Lake Camp Card in the seat pocket or use the QR code provided on the bulletin. You can drop the card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.

High Ground - Final plug
Men of TVC!  Our church is hosting the 35th annual Men's High Ground Conference Feb. 26, 27, & 28TH.  This annual conference exists for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men to become mature spiritual leaders in their home, church and business.  Pastor Craig has led off the conference teaching for numerous years and will be joined by many other notable speakers. The conference consists of three morning and evening sessions with evening worship provided by Worship lead Todd Doss and our good friend Bruce Carroll.  The registration is open, please visit thevailchurch.com to sign up today.


Rotator Slides:  Sunday, January 26, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Daddy Daughter Date
Learning Community
Baby Dedications
Discover TVC (TBD)
                                                                   
Staff out of Office
Greg Out - 1.23-1.29.25
Craig & Lenee Out - 1.22-1.26.25
                 
Final Sweep 1.26.25 - Greg
Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
STAFF LUNCH SCHEDULE - No staff lunch tomorrow 1.22.25
TVC Ministry Reports due:  2.17, 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
Next Staff Meeting - Tuesday, January 28, 2025
1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM

SUNDAY, January 19, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: MIKE SADLER
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
•If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
•Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
•Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
•BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
•We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT FINAL 1.19.25
•Interest Meeting for Summer '25 Global Teams!
◦Ready to take a step of faith? We're thrilled to kick off recruitment for our 2025 global mission teams! This summer, adventure awaits with our High Land and Low Land Extreme Teams as they backpack and trek through the breathtaking Himalayas in South Asia, sharing the good news. Our English/Sports camp team will also share Christ with youth in Czechia, one of the most atheistic European nations. Join us in the fireside room immediately after the morning services today to learn more. Or email us at missions@thevailchurch.com. Let's engage the global mandate together!
•Women’s Winter Hike - February 1st
◦Ladies! The Women's Ministry invites you to join us on our winter adventure hike on February 1 from 9:30am - 12:30 pm. This will be an intermediate hike/snowshoe, enjoying great fellowship in God's glorious creation. For more details and registration, please visit thevailchurch.com.
•Learning Community - January 22nd
◦Looking for a simple way to grow your faith and build community with others? Join our midweek Learning Community starting January 22nd. This Learning Community is a 9-Week community opportunity, hosted on campus at The Vail Church, that features dinner, teaching, and collaboration around a table. This one is called 'Movement Maker' which will help you understand how to be a disciples as well as make disciples. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps
•Discover TVC - January 26th
◦New to The Vail Church or looking to connect more? Discover the Vail Church is the perfect place to start and our next one is coming up on January 26th. This is an opportunity to learn the heart and vision of TVC and find out ways you can join in the mission. This is for new people and long time TVC families who are looking to re-discover the church. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, January 19, 2025
•SM Ministry
•Prayer
•Young Adults
•We Wax While You Worship
•TVC Pickleball
•Mountain Top Services
•ELDC early bird
•Men’s High Ground
•Winter Art Workshops
•Daddy Daughter Date
•Learning Community
•Summer ‘25 Global Extreme teams
•Baby Dedications
•Discover TVC


A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, January 26, 2025
•Men’s High Ground -  2nd plug
•Daddy Daughter Date - 2nd plug
•Women’s Winter Hike - 2nd plug
•TVC Baby Dedications - Sunday, February 23, 2025
◦We will be holding baby dedications on Sunday, February 23rd at the 11:00 service. If you would like to have your child dedicated, please contact brenda@thevailchurch.com.
•We Wax While You Worship - (for 2.2.25)

TVC Staff Meeting Minutes
January 14, 2025  | 1:30 p.m. | West Conference Room
Present: Craig, Lenee, Kristin, Mel, Sara, Taylor, Brenda, Sheldon, Melody, Judith, Wendy, Leo, Luke, Todd, Kelli, Mike, Justin
Present Via FaceTime:  N/A
Absent: Jeannie

                                                                                                   
SUNDAY, January 19, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS:
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 1.19.25
Interest Meeting for Summer '25 Global Teams!
Ready to take a step of faith? We're thrilled to kick off recruitment for our 2025 global mission teams! This summer, adventure awaits with our High Land and Low Land Extreme Teams as they backpack and trek through the breathtaking Himalayas in South Asia, sharing the good news. Our English/Sports camp team will also share Christ with youth in Czechia, one of the most atheistic European nations. Join us in the fireside room immediately after the morning services today to learn more. Or email us at missions@thevailchurch.com. Let's engage the global mandate together!
Women’s Winter Hike - February 1st
Ladies! The Women's Ministry invites you to join us on our winter adventure hike on February 1 from 9:30am - 12:30 pm Location to be determined by weather and snow conditions. This will be an intermediate hike/snowshoe, enjoying great fellowship in God's glorious creation.
Please register online.
DISCOVER TVC
New to The Vail Church or looking to connect more? Discover the Vail Church is the perfect place to start and our next one is coming up on January 26th. This is an opportunity to learn the heart and vision of TVC and find out ways you can join in the mission. This is for new people and long time TVC families who are looking to re-discover the church. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps
Learning Communities
Looking for a simple way to grow your faith and build community with others? Join our midweek Learning Community starting January 22nd. This Learning Community is a 9-Week community opportunity, hosted on campus at The Vail Church, that features dinner, teaching, and collaboration around a table. This one is called 'Movement Maker' which will help you understand how to be a disciples as well as make disciples. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps


Rotator Slides:  Sunday, January 19, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Daddy Daughter Date
Learning Community
Summer ‘25 Global Extreme teams
Baby Dedications
Discover TVC

A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, January 26, 2025
Men’s High Ground -  2nd plug
Daddy Daughter Date - 2nd plug
Women’s Winter Hike - 2nd plug
TVC Baby Dedications - Sunday, February 23, 2025
We will be holding baby dedications on Sunday, February 23rd at the 11:00 service. If you would like to have your child dedicated, please contact brenda@thevailchurch.com.

                                                                     
Staff out of Office
Sheldon Out - 1.17-1.20.25
Greg Out - 1.23-1.29.25
Craig & Lenee Out - 1.22-1.26.25


Other/New Business:                    
There are tables of excess Christmas decor that we are giving away.  The tables will be out until Thursday upstairs outside of the Loft.  If you wish to take the items they must leave the building.  You are welcome to share this opportunity with someone who you feel might need or like some gently used Christmas decor as well - the timeline of Thursday is a hard stop.  All left over items will be donated to Thrifty on Friday.
Post Christmas Notes - please add any comments to this working document regarding Christmas and we will discuss at our Jan. 14th meeting.
Final Sweep 1.19.25 - Todd
Men’s High Ground Conference 2.26-2.28.25
Final Sweep Check List | New final sweep schedule
STAFF LUNCH SCHEDULE
TVC Ministry Reports due:  1.13, 2.17, 3.17, 4.14, 5.12, 6.16
Staff Lunch, tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15th
Staff Meeting TODAY, January 14, 2024
1:30PM WEST CONFERENCE ROOM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO WENDY ON 1.16.25!


MINISTRY UPDATES:

Brenda - Administrative
Excess Christmas items are available for taking through Thursday, 1.16.25.  They are upstairs outside the LOFT.

Kristin - Connecting | Social Media Director & Worship Assistant
Social Media is up 200%!
Very favorable analytics

Leo - Discipleship/Adult Ministries
Prayer request for Young Adults
What the future looks like
Discover TVC Class coming up on January 26, 2025
New Learning Community Class beginning on January 22, 2025.
Encouragement to staff “Who are your few”

Sheldon - Facilities
Heat Update - Friday new part to hopefully fix the problem
Dumpster shelter 80% finished.

Justin & Taylor - Student  Ministry
Currently doing an Apologetic series
Three new students
95% of students attending are from public schools
Solid volunteer base
Practicing quarterly gospel training
HS girls continuing their bible study

Kelli - TVC Women’s Ministry
Great response and turn out for Yoga class
Thursday morning study resuming on January 16th - record number of sign-ups
Pray for leaders
March - hopeful to start small groups

Luke - Technology
Working on sanctuary lighting and some other small projects
Working on getting Clear Stream going.

Todd - Worship Ministry
Potential new members to join the worship team
Christmas music was recorded and will be forthcoming to share.

Melita & Sara - TVCDC
Briana’s dad is at home and healing
Paul Hammontree  - pray for current blood clots
Superhero Night to be in January - date TBD
Settlement with the state is officially OVER!  Praise!!
Back to annual visits
Enrolled 7 new families
Fully staffed
Beginning February 3rd - center ours will end at 5:00pm.


Melody/Judith - Children’s Ministry
Daddy Daughter Date - February 8th
Western Theme
ELDC early registrations end in February
Camp dates 6.16-6.20.25
New volunteers have been added to Sunday’s
Pleased with Christmas

Lenee - Local/Global Missions
Recruitment for 2025 Mission trips has begun (1.12 & 1.19)
3-4 prospects for South Asia
1 for Czech
New Extreme Team structure
Highland
Lowland
Teams will train together but split when they enter South Asia
Carlos visiting the month of February with his two daughters who have never been to the states.
Interactive screen in the Khall is up and running with a lot of Missions information to be shared.
Holding annual Missions meeting
Prayer for new members
Greg - Finance
Reminder to submit cell phone reimbursements
Cleaning data base the next 2 months
W2’s should be received in the near future

Mike - Executive Pastor
N/A

Craig - Lead Pastor
Thanks to everyone’s effort during the Christmas season

Jeannie - Finance
N/A

Wendy - Graphic Design
New branding release will happen on February 11th.

NEXT MEETING:  Tuesday, January, 28, 2025 in the West Conference Room

Respectfully Submitted by Brenda Gruber 1.15.25

SUNDAY, January 12, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: VIDEO LEO
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT REQUESTS 1.12.25
Daddy Daughter Date - February 8, 2025
Dads and daughters ( 3 years old to 5th grade) are invited to a western theme date on February 8th, 2 to 4 pm, here at The Vail Church. There will be games, food, dancing, and more. Cost is $15 dollars per person. Register online at thevailchurch.com. For this event to happen we need volunteers. If you would like to help, you can also sign up online at thevailchurch.com
Movement Maker Learning Community - January 22, 2025
Looking for a simple way to grow your faith and build community with others? Join our midweek Learning Community starting January 22nd. This Learning Community is a 9-Week community opportunity, hosted on campus at The Vail Church, that features dinner, teaching, and collaboration around a table. This one is called 'Movement Maker' which will help you understand how to be a disciples as well as make disciples. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps
Discover TVC - January 26, 2025
New to The Vail Church or looking to connect more? Discover the Vail Church is the perfect place to start and our next one is coming up on January 26th. This is an opportunity to learn the heart and vision of TVC and find out ways you can join in the mission. This is for new people and long time TVC families who are looking to re-discover the church. Register today at thevailchurch.com/nextsteps
Interest Meeting for Summer '25 Global Teams! - January 12th & 19th
Ready to take a step of faith? We're thrilled to kick off recruitment for our 2025 global mission teams! This summer, adventure awaits with our High Land and Low Land Extreme Teams as they backpack and trek through the breathtaking Himalayas in South Asia, sharing the good news. Our English/Sports camp team will also share Christ with youth in Czechia, one of the most atheistic European nations. Join us in the fireside room immediately after the morning services today or next Sunday to learn more. Or email us at missions@thevailchurch.com. Let's engage the global mandate together!


Rotator Slides:  Sunday, January 12, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops
Daddy Daughter Date
Learning Community
Summer ‘25 Global Extreme teams
Baby Dedications
Discover TVC


A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, January 19, 2025
Interest Meeting for Summer '25 Global Teams!
Ready to take a step of faith? We're thrilled to kick off recruitment for our 2025 global mission teams! This summer, adventure awaits with our High Land and Low Land Extreme Teams as they backpack and trek through the breathtaking Himalayas in South Asia, sharing the good news. Our English/Sports camp team will also share Christ with youth in Czechia, one of the most atheistic European nations. Join us in the fireside room immediately after the morning services today to learn more. Or email us at missions@thevailchurch.com. Let's engage the global mandate together!
TVC Baby Dedications - Sunday, February 23, 2025
We will be holding baby dedications on Sunday, February 23rd at the 11:00 service. If you would like to have your child dedicated, please contact brenda@thevailchurch.com.

Women’s Winter Hike - February 1st
Ladies! The Women's Ministry invites you to join us on our winter adventure hike on February 1 from 9:30am - 12:30 pm Location to be determined by weather and snow conditions. This will be an intermediate hike/snowshoe, enjoying great fellowship in God's glorious creation.
Please register online.

SUNDAY, January 5, 2025
SERMON: CRAIG SMITH  |  ANNOUNCEMENTS: TBD | COMMUNION:  TBD
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Welcome to The Vail Church both in-person and online!  If you have a prayer request or you are new to our church, please fill out a Connecting Card in the seat pocket, you can also use the QR code provided or by visiting thevailchurch.com. You can drop your connecting card into the offering boxes/baskets on your way out.
If you're new today, please stop by the Connecting Center in the gym on your way out so we can meet you and give you a gift to say thanks for coming.
Offering boxes are located in the church entrance, online by visiting thevailchurch.com or by using the QR code in the bulletin - Thank you for your continued support!
Prayer is available after each service in the East Conference Room
BENEVOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT (after service)
We are so glad you’re here!  Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time Sunday with us!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT FINAL 1.5.25
Men’s High Ground - Slide Showing (Please review text - I updated from last year)
Men of TVC!  Our church is hosting the 35th annual Men's High Ground Conference Feb. 26, 27, & 28TH.  This annual conference exists for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men to become mature spiritual leaders in their home, church and business.  Pastor Craig has led off the conference teaching for numerous years and will be joined by many other notable speakers. The conference consists of three morning and evening sessions with evening worship provided by Worship lead Todd Doss and our good friend Bruce Carroll.  The registration is open, please visit thevailchurch.com to sign up today.
We Wax While You Worship - Slide Showing
Next Sunday, January 12, 2025 - Ad Lib
Winter Art Workshops (Late submission today)
Join us Thursday, January 9 from 6-8PM at the Vail Church for a reflective, worship-centered Maker’s Space art workshop led by Kriste Sveen. Supplies are provided. The event is free and co-ed designed for adults and welcoming teens from 12-16 years old who may participate with a parent or mentor. No art experience nor expertise is necessary, just an open, curious, creative heart.
Benevolence after service

Rotator Slides:  Sunday, January 5, 2025
SM Ministry
Prayer
Young Adults
We Wax While You Worship
TVC Pickleball
Mountain Top Services
ELDC early bird
Yoga
Men’s High Ground
Winter Art Workshops


A look ahead Announcement Requests for Sunday, January 12, 2025
Daddy Daughter Date - February 8, 2025
Dads and daughters ( 3 years old to 5th grade) are invited to a western theme date on February 8th, 2 to 4 pm, here at The Vail Church. There will be games, food, dancing, and more. Cost is $15 dollars per person. Register online at thevailchurch.com.