Tonight: Praise Team & Chancel Choir Rehearsals

Just a reminder that tonight is our August rehearsal for the Praise Team at 6:15 PM and Chancel Choir at 7:30 PM. Regular weekly rehearsals are scheduled to resume as of September 6th.

Bible Reading Plan

We're finishing up 2 Kings this week, and I've found that it has recently gotten confusing again. It's hard to keep track of all the people and names (especially when some of them are so similar), places (especially when skipping back and forth between the northern and southern kingdoms, as well as referencing neighboring countries), and time frames (each king's reign is calculated in reference to the king of the other kingdom, and the narrative skips around regularly). Following are some resources I found that have helped me make sense of particularly puzzling portions of scripture:

1) There are two kings named Joash (aka Jehoash). One is king in Judah, and the other in Israel. Here is a helpful article that sorts out who is who - https://www.gotquestions.org/King-Joash.html

2) Jotham is listed as the son of Azariah (15:1-6), as well as son of Uzziah (15:32-35). Apparently Azariah and Uzziah are the same person - https://www.britannica.com/biography/Uzziah

3) 2 Kings 16:10-18 (re: King Ahaz switching out the altar and other furnishings of the temple) is particularly confusing. Here is a commentary that provides additional info about its significance - https://www.blueletterbible.org/.../2-k.../2-kings-16.cfm...



I hope these resources help as you finish out 2 Kings this week. A couple of catch-up days are built into our schedule next Monday and Tuesday, so if you're behind, just keep reading. If you haven't been following our Bible Reading Plan but would like to get started, just jump in at this point. We'll be starting 1 Chronicles next Wednesday. Click here for a copy of our schedule.

And for future reference, blueletterbible.org is a very helpful resource to dive deeper into scripture. It even offers a daily verse and devotional options. Click here for a brief overview of all its features.

-- Kim

This Sunday @ VBC: Blessing of the Backpacks

We're back to our regular schedule this Sunday, with worship at 8:45 and 11:00 AM, and Sunday School at 9:50 AM. Travis' sermon is "Formed, Not Born," and the scripture is Hebrews 6:1-2. Our service will also include a special blessing for all those returning to school soon. If you are a student, teacher, bus driver, cafeteria staff, school administrator, or otherwise associated with the school system, you are invited to bring your backpack, briefcase, or other school bag with you to worship to receive this year's blessing. If you can't make it in person, you can find our livestream at www.vintonbaptistchurch.org or on our Facebook group page.

Youth Lock-in

Youth, we hope you'll join us for this Friday's lock-in (August 4th). Meet at VBC at 7:00 PM. We will go to Thunder Valley ($13/person), and we have a night of fun and adventure scheduled! We will dismiss at 7:00 AM Saturday morning. See Whitney with questions.

Fun & the Son Play Group

Fun & the Son has resumed its regular Monday/Thursday schedule, meeting at 9:30 AM at the church in room 127. See Betty Jo Overstreet with questions.

Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 8th at 6:30 PM in the small dining room.

Supper Club

Supper Club is a small group that was recently formed for individuals and families, especially those with children. However, EVERYONE is welcome to participate. Mark your calendars for our next event on August 12th at 6 PM, when we'll have a Back to School PJ Party at the church. Please bring your favorite breakfast item to share. Milk and juice will be provided. Please bring a cup with a lid for each person in your household. Questions? Contact Erin Berry.

August 13th: Sunday School Promotion

On Sunday, August 13th our children's and youth Sunday School classes will be promoted. We will also take an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our Sunday School teachers. If you are not yet connected with a Sunday School class, this will be a great time to get involved.

JOY Seniors

An overnight trip to the Bible Museum or the Smithsonian has been planned by Bonsack Baptist for August 30th - 31st. Vinton Baptist has been invited to join this trip. Find all the details at the JOY Senior table or on the JOY Seniors Facebook group page.

Are you a history buff? Join the JOY Seniors for a trip to Lynchburg on August 24th. We will have a guided tour related to Civil War history and the Civil War Medical Museum. Following the tour, we will enjoy lunch at Liberty Station in Bedford. The cost of this trip is $8 plus lunch. We will depart VBC at 8:30 AM.

Good food, friends, and fellowship will be found at the August 29th JOY Senior Luncheon. We will be entertained by Kyle Edgell, caricature artist and humor therapist. Lunch will be provided by Three Lil' Pigs, to include a BBQ sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, and dessert. The cost is $20. Make your way to the JOY Senior table to sign up and pay for the luncheon, which will begin at noon. Come early to enjoy the fellowship!

The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum trip is full. However, you can sign up on the wait list at the JOY Senior table.

Looking Ahead to September

With school beginning soon, we will also resume much of our regular programming in September, as well as offer a few new opportunities. Following are some dates to keep in mind. Please mark your calendars!

• Wednesday, September 6th: Weekly Praise Team (6:30 PM) and Chancel Choir (7:30 PM) rehearsals resume.
• Sunday, September 10th: Sunday night activities (like Youth Choir and Extreme) begin again.
• Tuesday, September 12th: Weeknight Worship begins at 7:00 PM and will be offered every Tuesday evening through mid-November.
• Wednesday, September 13th: Children's Choirs begin (6:15 - 7:15 PM), and we will have a Ministry Matters meeting at 6:15 PM. (Reminder: there will be no Wednesday night dinners.)
• Wednesday, September 20th: Wednesday Women begins (When You Pray: A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible), 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Travis' small group study on spiritual formation in the home begins at 6:15 PM. A small group on grief, led by Cathy Abraham, is also scheduled to begin. More details to come soon on all three opportunities.
• Friday & Saturday, September 22nd & 23rd AND Friday & Saturday, September 29th & 30th: Pictures will be taken for a new pictorial directory. (See details below.)

Barbara Karnes

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July 30, 2023:

• Sunday School - 216
• Combined Worship - 261

Thank you to Remo Harris for her donation to the Food Pantry.

Christian sympathy is extended to Jack & Velma Kendrick in the death of his sister Theresa Hylton on Saturday, July 29th.

Children's Worship Volunteers Needed

Every Sunday we need one teacher and one helper at each morning worship service to lead Children's Worship for Pre-K - 1st graders. This does NOT involve doing the children's sermon in the sanctuary; this opportunity involves teaching or assisting in Children's Worship on the second floor once children are dismissed from the sanctuary. Please click here to sign up, or contact Whitney if you have questions. Thank you!

Blessing Box Needs

The following items are most needed for the Blessing Box right now: any size/type of fruit (easy open tops are particularly helpful for our homeless friends), cereal, Pop Tarts, pancake mix, and any type of Chef Boyardee canned products (Spaghetti O's, ravioli, etc.) Donations can be dropped in the appropriate bin at the Missions Tables. Thank you!

Church Directory

A new church directory is in the works, and we want to make sure YOU are included! Appointments are currently available the last two Friday and Saturdays of September. Every family photographed will receive a free copy of the directory, as well as a free 8x10 portrait. You will have the opportunity to purchase additional pictures, but are certainly not obligated to do so. Call the church office at 540-343-7685 if you would like to set up your appointment.

Vinton Baptist Church is seeking a part-time (approx. 25 hours per week) Minister of Children and Families who will lead our children’s ministry, overseeing the spiritual formation of children between the ages of PreK and 5th grade. This position is responsible for coordinating the activities and programs for this ministry, organizing annual events, and providing children and families with opportunities to grow in their faith, engage with the church, and participate in Christ’s mission in the world.



We are looking for a team player who is organized, professional, enjoys working with people, and is committed to helping children and families develop a deep love for God, others, themselves, the church, and the world. Email resumes to kim@vintonbaptistchurch.org.

The JOY Seniors would like to thank the VBC congregation for your tremendous support of the annual Keystone paper drive. Due to your generosity, we collected well over 2,000 items for Keystone. Thanks for being the hands of Christ in this service project.

Thank you to Debra Semones and the entire 5th Sunday Luncheon Committee for the wonderful lunch provided to the church this past Sunday.

-- Mollie Stanley & Sonny Smith