Ministries
Ephesians 4 speaks of the diversities of gifts that the Lord has given to all of His children "for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ" (v.12). For this reason we seek to provide opportunities for all of our local church body to participate in the Lord's work. We are grateful for what the Lord has accomplished through each of these individual ministries, as well as the faithful servants that keep them all running.
Ministry Opportunities at VBC
- Winsor House
1st and 3rd Sunday of each month
Winsor House is a Vacaville convalescent home located near the church. Twice a month a group visits the residents and holds a Sunday afternoon worship service, including music, testimonies and the preaching of the Word.
- Union Gospel Mission
2nd Tuesday evening of each month
Union Gospel Mission is a ministry to homeless men in Sacramento. One evening a month we have the opportunity of providing special music and preaching the Gospel to the men who come to the Mission for food and shelter.
- Missions
The Lord has given us the opportunity to partner with missionaries both in the U.S. and abroad. Ministering to these servants goes far beyond sending financial support; it also includes the regular writing of letters and e-mails and weekly prayer meetings to uphold their needs before the Lord. Learn more about our missionaries here.
Each fall we hold an annual missions conference where several missionaries come and give field reports as well as challenge us in our own roles as missionaries at home. Summer also brings special opportunities for many church members to travel on short-term trips. For instance, in the summer of 2007 members of VBC traveled to Alaska, Arizona, Canada, Suriname, and China.
- Choir
Rehearsals each Sunday at 4:30 p.m.
Each Sunday morning the choir has the opportunity to lead the congregation in worship by the presenting of a choral arrangement. Their time and effort is greatly used to prepare the hearts of the audience to receive the Word of God as it is preached. Two special highlights each year are the annual Christmas and Easter Sunday cantatas, complete with music, drama, and Scripture reading.
- Ladies' Meetings
Every other Tuesday morning
During the school year, the ladies enjoy bi-weekly times of fellowship and Bible Study together. Each year a different theme is chosen, led by the faithful teaching of Mrs. Linda Blanton and Mrs. Karen Lahl. The Bible study is a special time for all the ladies to encourage one another and be refreshed in the Word of God.
- Faith Academy
The Scriptures speak often of training the next generation to know and serve the Lord. In order to better assist VBC families toward this goal, Faith Academy was begun in 1979. It is a special ministry to VBC church families that includes on-site classes for grades K-12, as well as support for families doing independent study. For more information, contact the church office.
- B.A.S.I.C.S.
Every other Tuesday afternoon
B.A.S.I.C.S. (Brothers and Sisters in Christian Service) is a special ministry for all 7th - 12th graders designed to disciple and encourage them in their walk with the Lord. Included in the B.A.S.I.C.S. program are Bible studies separately designed for young men and young ladies as well as practical ministry opportunities.
- Bay Area Bible Study
Each Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.
The Lord has led families to VBC from a number of communities, some from as far away as the Bay Area. In order to better serve these families, the Lord led Pastor Blanton to hold a Bible study in Lafayette once a week. For more information, contact the church office.
- Vacation Bible School
Monday through Friday morning, one week each summer
Vacation Bible School is an energetic week of games, refreshments and teaching from the Bible. Preparations begin by much prayer and canvassing the neighborhood, inviting children from kindergarten to 6th grade to join us for this fun time. If you live in the area and have children who are interested in coming, we'd love to have them join us!
For more information on these or any other ministries, call the church office at (707) 446-8684 or send e-mail to info@vacavillebiblechurch.com.