NEWS & EVENTS
Block 4 Weekday Courses Begin February 23. Sign Up Now!
Information about and registration for these Courses can be found online.
Your Home A Lighthouse Leader Training
Saturday, March 20 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. / Room 209
Would you like an opportunity to reach those in your neighborhood, office or dorm for Christ? Consider hosting a home-based Bible study or serving as a leader in a home-based Bible study. Come hear more at our Your Home a Lighthouse information session. Contact the Adult Ministry office to sign up at 860.673.6826 x132.
Avon Interfaith Brunch
Sunday, March 21 / 12 p.m. / Avon Senior Center
The Avon Interfaith Brunch Committee, representing the seven churches of Avon, invites Valley attendees to a brunch, featuring chamber music offerings by the Lorelei Piano Trio and a presentation by Leslie Pendleton, Administrator of the Bishop's Fund for Children. This organization helps at-risk children throughout Connecticut. Advance tickets, $7, are available on weekdays at Valley's Receptionist Desk.
Easter Flowers Now for Sale!
Would you like to help decorate the Sanctuary for Easter? Then come to the Worship Desk in the Welcome Center today! Choose from lilies, tulips and hydrangeas, which you may offer in honor or memory of a loved one. Then pick up your plant(s) after the 11 a.m. service on Easter Sunday.
Beth Moore Simulcast at Valley
Saturday, April 24 / 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Rom 207
This one-day simulcast event will give women the opportunity to learn to conquer fear and doubt while discovering the liberating confidence and security that can only be found in Christ. Cost is $20. Sign up online or in the Welcome Center. Limited seating; sign up early.
Prayer for College Students
Tuesdays / 6 – 6:45 p.m. / Room 403
An intercessory prayer group will be meeting each week in the prayer room located between the Sanctuary and the Choir Room. Anyone interested in praying for the needs of college students within our community is welcome to attend. In addition, prayer requests can be forwarded to kdecesare@valleycommunity.cc.
Bring a Friend to Alpha!
Thursdays / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. / Room 305
Does God exist? Is this it? What does it matter? Have a friend who is seeking spiritual truth and/or interested in investigating the Christian faith? Invite them to Alpha, a 12-week course designed to answer questions and build Christian foundations through dinner, short videos and small group discussion. No question is too simple or hostile. Whom will you bring? Register at valleycommunity.cc/alpha.
Iron Sharpens Iron Conference
Saturday, March 27 / 8:30 a.m. – 4:55 p.m. / First Cathedral, Bloomfield
Attention Men! This men's conference is a great opportunity for the men of Valley to come together for a day of spiritual inspiration and equipping. Register at the Men's Ministry Table in the Welcome Center after services. For more information, visit ironsharpensiron.net. Don't miss this great opportunity!
Grief Workshop — Tear Soup Presentation
Monday, April 5 / 7 p.m. / Room 209
Tear Soup by Pat Schwiebert, is a story about a recipe for healing after loss. A Tear Soup video and discussion will be presented by Helga Findley and Ann Starke on April 5. There is no fee and all are welcome. To register, contact Lynne Gucwa, 860.673.6826 x108.
Hartford City Mission Summer Intern Positions Are Available
Hartford City Mission / 280 Vine Street, Hartford, CT
If you are a young adult, love to work with kids, and have a heart for the city, help HCM run Camp Noah and Young Life this summer. A full job description and application are available at hartfordcitymission.org. Contact Amy Jarvis at 860.246.0132.
Babysitting Class
March 13 / 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. / Room 208
Our babysitting class offers young teens an opportunity to learn about basic first aid, safety and ways to handle discipline and behavior. *This is not Red Cross certification.* If you are interested in taking the class, please contact Mary Swank at 860.673.6826 x124 or mswank@valleycommunity.cc to register. Sign-up deadline is March 7.
Student Ministries Events
- Middle School: West Virginia Impact Week Info Meeting, Sunday, March 14 / 11:45 a.m – 1 p.m.
For current eighth graders (and their parents) interested in Impact Week, you must attend this meeting. Covering many details involved in preparing for the trip. Lunch will be served.
- High School Parent Meeting, Wednesday, March 10 / 7– 8 p.m. / Room 206
Meet with leaders to find out about what is happening in your student's ministry. Discuss how we can partner with you as we pray and minister alongside you in the lives of your kids.
More details and Student News available at valleycommunity.cc/middleschool or valleycommunity.cc/highschool.
Adult Weekly Recreational Basketball
Thursdays / 7 – 9 p.m. / Multipurpose Room
Come join the fun! Recreational basketball is open to men and women. All skill levels are welcome. Call Bill Canny to confirm at 860.478.8136 or simply show up.
Find Fitness and Fellowship with the Valley Runners
Exercise your physical and spiritual muscles by joining the Valley Runners, a group for runners of all levels. Contact Alan Fosberry at 284.0074 or valleyrunners@valleycommunity.cc for more information.
Community Bible Study
Thursdays/ 9:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Join us in CBS as we explore Scripture. A class for preschoolers with an age appropriate program of study and music is available. For information, contact Anne Silk, 674.0735, or communitybiblestudy.org or hartfordwestcbs.org.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
Alternating Mondays / 9:30 – 11:30 a.m./ Room 206
This is an
encouraging time to connect with other moms. Pre-register at valleycommunity.cc/MOPS.
