Warm up with YWAM's Hot Chocolate in the Tenderloin! Friday, 08/15/25.
Carpool @ VBC Crossing, 5:15 PM, sharp!
Dress for SF weather, no bags or purses, but plan on making new friends.
For more info, email Anjali Durepo
Ladies, you are invited for a day out with friends, old and new, in Sausalito. Saturday, August 16th!
We will kayak for an hour on Richardson Bay with beautiful views and a wildlife hunt. Afterwards we will drive to Marin County Mart where we can wander the small shops, pick up produce at the Farmer’s Market or buy lunch at the deli, bakery or shake shack (or eat your picnic lunch from home)!
If you’re looking for comfort, stay in bed - If you’re looking for brotherhood, meet us on the trail for Ruck & Prayer.
We’ll carry weight together, pray together, and seek the Lord together during a morning at Dublin Hills Regional Park. Bring a water bottle, and a weight vest or empty backpack - Sandbags provided if you don’t have weight. Honor God by training your body and your mind, and build lasting brotherhood with other men walking the same path in Christ.
Saturday, August 23 at 7:00 AM at Dublin Hills Regional Park.
Email : vbcmen@vbc.online for directions and any questions.
Men- Join other VBC men for Reveille on Wednesday, September 3rd.
We will have a power hour of worship, teaching, fellowship and hot coffee. We begin promptly at 6:00AM with a hard stop at 7:00AM. This is a great way to start your day!
It's time to sign up for AWANA!
Clubs will begin meeting on Sunday, September 7th, at the VBC Crossing campus, serving preschoolers to high schoolers. AWANA offers a fun approach for early evangelism and discipleship that promotes Bible literacy and memorization. Last year, AWANA registered over 100 families from our church and community!
Spots are limited for several clubs, so be sure to register soon. If you have a heart for ministry to students, this is a great place to volunteer - openings available in every club!
4:00 PM Preschool to 5th grade
5:30 PM Middle school and High school students
Camping Connections will be heading to Bodega Dunes, which is part of the Sonoma Coast State Parks. We will be there October 15- 20. However, you can reserve the dates that work for you.
Fall months are the best months to visit the coast, as there tends to be less of the marine layer. Make your reservations now.
( WE ARE TRYING FOR THE SITE 1-21 LOOP )
VBC Men's Ministry is headed to Camp Koinonia for a weekend of fellowship and equipping!
Join us for our Great Commission Training!
We'll be hosting an evangelism and discipleship seminar with missionary Zach Medlock on Saturday, August 9th, from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Crossing Kids Art Camp
@ the Crossing Campus: Join us for our VBC Kids Art Camp @ the Crossing! We'll be worshipping God together through art, songs, crafts, games, and making a big deal about Jesus! This is for ages 4-12 and is a fun way to bring friends to learn about God, so take an invite for a friend! Registration at the Crossing is now open– spots are limited, so be sure to register soon!
Ways to serve:
Serve by volunteering- Join us for 1 or all 3 days of Art Camp! We'll need help with prep, registration, helping with crafts, safety ushers, clean-up, etc.
Serve by donating:
We are collecting small prize donations to raffle off during Art Camp; we'd love to be able to send each kid home with a fun prize! (Small toys, crafts, $5 gift cards for a treat, etc.) You can find a collection bin in the VBC Kids lobby.
English conversation classes for immigrants are scheduled for Friday, July 25, at 7 pm in Seminar One.
No prior experience is needed—just an open heart and a desire to help.
For 25 years, our church has partnered with Immanuel Mission in their Gospel ministry to the Navajo, and this July, we’re sending a team to Teec Nos Pos, Arizona, for a 10-day mission trip.
This outreach involves service projects, basketball camp, family ministry, and encouraging the missionaries.
Here are four ways you can support the mission:
• Fund one or part of the 13 rental vehicles ($1200 each)
• Sponsor a team member ($490)
• Provide a dinner for the adult training meeting (July 14, 15, or 16)
• Join the 24-hour prayer chain
For giving, choose the "Navajo" fund.
Join us for our annual VBC Summer Picnic!
Following our 10am single service, we'll be heading to Amador Valley Community Park on Black Ave for a fun time of free food and fellowship!
We'll be barbecuing burgers and hot dogs, bring a snack or dessert to share and get ready for some lawn games!
Contact shawn@vbc.online if you're interested in helping out on the food crew.
Come join us for coffee and a special “Christmas in July” gathering as we hear from Suzanne Didlake about her mission- partnership with Operation Christmas Child.
Light brunch items to share are welcome.
See you there!
June 24 - June 26th from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
for ages 4-12 years old hosted at the Altamont Campus!
Please register before June 9th.
Kids will enjoy a time of creative fun and worship through music, games, art, crafts, and a meaningful message! Register no later than June 9th by clicking the tab in the top right corner.
Cost:
$25 per child for supplies. $60 max for families of 3 or more.
(cost includes a VBC Kids T-shirt!)
Lost & Found @ the Crossing
It's time to check our lost and found bins in the lobby!
Please ask the front desk or our Sunday greeters if the bins have been moved.
Unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity the week of June 23rd.
A women's morning hike at Martin Canyon Creek in Dublin.
Join us at the trailhead at 9:00 AM. Bring your water bottle, hat, and comfortable shoes.
It's about a 3-mile hike that includes a slight incline.
Register, so we know to expect you.
Join us as we head out to the play "Anastasia" at Woodminster Theater on Sunday, June 15. The play will start at 8:00 PM; however, for those interested, we will be tailgating together in the parking lot at 6:00 PM, before the play.
Tickets are discounted to half price, only $32 per person, and kids 16 and under are free.
Contact Wayne Johnson to get your tickets, or see Ed Bongiorno at the Altamont.
Join us for the Intentional Parenting Conference featuring Dr. Mike Haarer, PhD, LMHC.
This conference is for parents at every stage! Learn strategies to raise kids with a Biblical perspective, rooted in grace, truth, and time as taught in God’s Word.
In this masterclass, Dr. Haarer will dive into Scripture’s wisdom to help you nurture Christlike character in your children. Plus, we’ll explore four key truths that will transform your parenting approach.
Conference Dates & Times:
June 13th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
June 14th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location:
VBC Crossing Campus
7106 Johnson Drive
Pleasanton, CA
Attend a CPR class to double or triple the chance to save a life. Learn the Hands Only method in 30 minutes.
Get practice on manikins to learn the proper method.
Do you serve in a ministry at Valley Bible Church?
The elders and staff of VBC would like to invite you to our Servant Celebration Breakfast on May 31 at 9:00 AM
Come let us show our gratitude for all that you do for our church family as we enjoy a breakfast meal together.
You’re Invited to Abide – A Night of Worship and Prayer In a world that pulls us in a thousand directions, it’s easy to feel disconnected—from God, from peace, from purpose. But what if you could set it all down for one evening and simply abide?
Join us in the cozy warmth of a living room in Pleasanton for a simple, Spirit-led night of worship and prayer. No agenda. No pressure. Just space to slow down, seek God together, and lift up praise as a family. Whether you need encouragement, breakthrough, or just time to breathe and be still, this night is for you.
Come as you are— bring a friend, bring your voice, bring your heart.
Enjoy delicious treats and an afternoon of meaningful connection with other women from the VBC community. Whether you bravely sign up solo or gather a few friends to register together, you're in for a lovely time. Don’t miss this chance to sip tea, savor delicious treats, and Share in sweet fellowship.
Register today!
WHEN: May 17th, 2 - 4 PM
WHERE: Various Homes
Contact: Kim Zuro for more information.
Our local pregnancy center, Next Step, is asking for our help in supporting pregnant women in challenging situations to choose LIFE.
Pick up a bottle by the missions table beginning on Mother's Day, take it home to fill it with cash, and return it by Father's Day.
Funds raised provide assistance with pregnancy decisions and support services for mothers who choose life for their unborn child. Every life is precious, every unborn baby is beautifully and perfectly created by God.
Celebrate by supporting LIFE!
Crossing campus work day!!
Exterior and interior cleaning and improvements
We value our time together as a church family, and that's why we enjoy Single Service Sundays!
Once a month, we hold a single church service at 10 AM. Our next one will be on May 4th at 10 AM.
We have a special twist this time, though, a taco-themed potluck after the service!
Sign up to bring something using the link below.
Come one, come all to May Mugs and Mock-Mimosas. First Saturday Coffee invites you to enjoy time getting to know one another in a relaxed atmosphere with beverages and lite brunchy items.
Looking forward to seeing you.
Contact Linda DeBonis.
VBC Men- Join us for "Sportsball Day" @ the Crossing (MPR) this Saturday, April 26th!
Games will include Cornhole, Volleyball, Pickleball, and Spike Ball. We will finish with a delicious picnic lunch. Games will begin at 10:00 AM, and lunch will be served at noon. Please bring your sons and invite friends, neighbors, and co-workers at the Crossing (MPR) .
This entire event will be free, but we will be accepting voluntary cash and Venmo "donations" at the event to help offset food.
Unraveling Scripture will be meeting on Sunday, March 30th.
Join us for a relaxed time of fellowship, yarn crafts, and scripture memorization!
Children are welcomed if accompanied by an adult.
Camping Connections will be heading out to New Brighton State Beach, Capitola, September 24-29. This campground sells out very quickly!
You can make reservations exactly 6 months prior to your arrival day.
To sign up, go to: www.reservecalifornia.com. You can set up your own arrival, and departure dates.
We try to reserve in the North Campground.
See Wayne Johnson, if you have questions.
VBC Men, you're invited to join us for a workday party at our Crossing campus! We'll be freshening and cleaning up the campus, followed by a BBQ lunch.
Projects include indoor and outdoor tasks like painting, trimming bushes, removing carpet, and modifying the sanctuary platform. There's plenty of work for all skill levels, and we especially need a few individuals with handyman skills. So, feel free to bring your dad, sons, uncles, and neighbors!
Please RSVP to Jim Pleau so we can plan accordingly. We'll start at 9 AM and lunch will be served around noon.
We hope to see you there!
Are you interested in helping to protect our church family by serving on our VBC Emergency Response Team?
Come to our VERT info meeting on March 23 at 12:30 pm!
We’ll be meeting upstairs after the second service and providing next steps for the VERT team in 2025.
Contact Shawn with any questions.
VBC WOMEN'S MINISTRY EQUIP 2025 - ABIDE (A Conference on John 15 ) on MARCH 22, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Contact Kim Zuro to register for the event.
A Small Group for new-ish moms beginning February 19, 2025!
We plan to meet every other Wednesday from 9:30 AM-11:00 AM for fellowship and to encourage one another through conversation, scripture, prayer, and fun!
Please register today to help us plan for the kick-off in February!
We will email the address and more details a few days before the kick-off.
Please join us for the 5th annual Red Cross Blood Drive in honor of Sarah Meng!
Make sure to sign up for a spot to give blood on Saturday, February 8th.
The link is below. Thank you!
Join Us for "Abide" – An Evening of Prayer & Worship.
Come experience the beauty of drawing near to Jesus at "Abide," a prayer and worship night.
As we continue our Sunday series on prayer, this is a perfect opportunity to put into practice what we’re learning growing deeper in conversation with God together.
Prayer is not a duty but a delight—a precious giftwhere we encounter God’s presence, share our hearts, and experience His peace. Let’s gather as a church family to seek Him, worship fully, and be refreshed in His love.
Don’t miss it!
On Jan 26th at the Crossing Campus at 12:45 PM in RM 208.
We will have an information meeting (dates, costs, and activities will be discussed) for our Romanian Outreach at the Barnabas Camp in July 2025.
On Sunday, January 26th, Brad Chew will lead a 10-week series on Studying the Bible, at the Crossing Campus
This will take place from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
For More Information, Contact Brad Chew
