Index : Specialized Ministries : Get Connected

Campus Tour - Following your stop in the Welcome Center you can take a brief tour of our church campus.  Our facility sits on 22 acres and there are over 100 ministries that operate from it weekly.  This 25-30 minute tour will give you a glimpse of the many opportunities to get involved here at Vineyard Boise.

The Next Step - This is an excellent class if you are brand new disciple of Jesus, or just want to brush up on the basics of Christian belief. Please call the church for the next start time.

Groups meet throughout the week in private homes in many different locations. There is most likely one near you.  For a current list of Discipleship Groups, pick up a copy of the Winepress at the Brochure Center located adjacent to the Information Counter.

Vineyard 101 - "Welcome to the Vineyard:" class -
Click the link above for details!.

Sunday School - {to be read with a western drawl.}  Everybody's goin to the Wild West Show!  C'mon pardner, yuh can be a school marm or yuh can be some help to one during this rip-roarin, fun time down at the Kids-Korral.  The teachin stuff is top notch and so is the trainin.  When yuh join this team, yuh get blessed twice.  First by the kids, then by God.  Let me tell yuh friend, yer blessings will go far-r-r-r-r-r beyond yer wildest of wild-west dreams.  {boots optional - no spurs}

Vacation Bible School - If you are serious about clowning around, come be a part of VBS.  It's a "Jesus circus" and it lasts a week.  But you can make a difference now as the preparation takes most of a year.  You can help kids with crafts and activities that engage their creative minds and point them towards Jesus as you and they have fun, fun, fun!  {we'll even supply the red nose.}

Home School Cooperative - If you are home schooling or are considering the idea, check out the Co-op.   Find out the advantages to you and your family and how the Co-op can help you.   You will be pleasantly surprised by what you find.  Plenty of opportunities to help with events, field trips and even in-class support.

Kid's Camp - So you just can't devote time every week, but you want to help with the kids?  Here's a once a year event that can put your desire and talents to work.  If you can get a week free for adventure, you could always be a camp counselor. 

Wilderness Camp- A survival camp for 5^th and 6^th graders.  We spend 3 days and 2 nights during summer back packing and enjoying each other and God’s creation.  All campers carry everything they need for the weekend: food, clothes, bedding, and lodging.  We explore the similarities between surviving in the wilderness and living the spiritual disciplines of a Christian.

Activities - Everybody digs a party - Especially Christians.  Ours happens every month.  We need you to help us pull the details together and make it happen.  Or just show up and enjoy.  Beats pulling weeds.

Camps - A week long Jesus X-treme.   Choose not to miss it.  We do it in the snow as well as the Summer rays.   Groove with old friends and new ones too.  We hook up with a bunch of other churches in the valley and just kick it!  Hey, the camp counselors are cool too.   {No, really!}

Youth Missions Trip - Go boldly with God to places you've never been.  Guaranteed to change your life, someone else's, and give you a new perspective on the planet!  If you are 15 or older and are serious about doing something significant with your life... this is where to start.  Younger than 15?  Catch you next year.

Basics of Christianity - These classes provide introductions to the foundations of our faith.  We help you understand biblical truth and what it looks like to live it out.  Classes include The Way to Maturity, by John Wimber, the founder of the Vineyard.  Coming soon - the popular Alpha course!

Discipleship Classes - These classes are divided up into three categories: education, counseling and training.  All discipleship classes have the same function, to propel you towards Jesus Christ and see a life- changing transformation as you learn from Him.

Bible Studies - Bible Studies are classes that guide you through a personal study of a specific book of the Bible. They help you 
focus on proper exegesis and life application. We use resources such as Precept Ministries, and Vineyard Bible Institute.

For a listing of various opportunities to gather with other women at Vineyard Boise click here. http://www.vineyardboise.org/discipleship_ministries/womens.htm

Men's Night Out - "If you feed them, they will come." Every so often the men of the church gather around the table to get real and really filled up.  It won't cost you much but you will find your encounter with God and His men invaluable.  Watch your bulletin and then go for it!

Whitewater Retreat - Do we have an adventure for you!  If you have ever shot the rapids on a wild Idaho river, then we have no need to sell you on this event.  If you haven't, then now is the time.  We plan one of these every year, so be on the lookout for it in your bulletin.

Annual Golf Scramble - This annual event, sponsored by the men's ministry is not just for the guys.  It is for everyone who enjoys having fun on the golf course.  Join us in August for a round of fun at Foxtail.

Parenting Classes - Contact Bud Reberry at the church - If you have kids, then we know you would like to be a better parent, no matter how great you are.  You are invited to learn how to raise kids God's way.  If you have teens or preteens, we have a class for you.  Not a bad idea if you are expecting or planning on expecting your first anytime soon.

12 Step Classes - Let Jesus help you draw a line in the sand, let Him meet you on the other side, let Him help change you, step across the line and away from whatever it is that pushes you into the pit, learn what "it" is that causes you to stumble, find help and support for change and recovery from the problems that continue to plague your life. Alcohol, drugs, pornography, anger, fear, unforgiveness, depression, problems with authority. Let Jesus fill that empty vessel, let Him love you. Come find a safe place where you are not judged but set free to be open and honest about your stuff.

Divorce Recovery - Yes, there is life and wholeness after divorce. Come and find out the truth. These seminars are scheduled to be held a number of times each year. Designed for the divorced person and their children.

Pastoral Counseling - Love and care with guidance from the scriptures. Please, allow us to listen. And please don't be bashful. We've heard it all. {Well, almost all}.

Garden O' Feedin - If you love gardening then this is for you. Help us grow food for the hungry. We plan to have a full acre under cultivation so come and lend us your "green thumb".

"Feeding God's Children" Park Ministry - Contact Tempe McFarlane at the church. Here is a wonderful and extremely practical way for you to reach out to the homeless in our community.  They really are great people who just happen to be a little down in their life situation.  Every Sunday afternoon we feed them hot meals in the park. Come join one of our Sunday afternoon teams. Each week, about 20 people spend a couple hours flippin' burgers and hotdogs and handing out cokes. Your commitment? A couple of hours per month. Can you commit? We need you.

Resource Net - Resource Net is a great community ministry that helps people in need. You can have a worthwhile experience helping individuals and families solve their short and long term practical needs of life. Minister the love of Christ over the phone during weekday mornings. Helping Others With Your Skills and Time. Everybody can do something. Whatever your skill or talent is, from fixing cars, to carpentry. From yard work, to giving someone a ride to the doctor, or maybe delivering a food box with a smile - we need you. And so do those who can't help themselves right now. Let us know what you are willing to do and which days are the best for snatching an hour or two from your busy schedule.

G.I.F.T. Gleaning Program - G.I.F.T stands for Going Into the Fields Together.  It enables low-income individuals and families to find alternative food sources.  Gleaning is an age old practice that can be a rewarding family outing as it fills that family pantry with free food. 

Short Term Mission Trips - Incredible life-changing opportunities for you to see God work through you to people in other countries. Several short-term outreaches are planned each year. Call for a current list.

Sunday School Helper - Contact Cindy Esposito at the church. Plenty of help and appreciation is yours if your willing to step up and be a part of this team.  We have lots of help to help you. Go ahead, we dare you!

Sunday School Teacher - Contact Cindy Esposito at the church. You need not be a certified educator, just a willing person who desires to help young people be more like Jesus.  Lots of fun and satisfaction.  Training and equipping is the first step. Don't be shy guys - men make great teachers too.

Ushering Team - Contact Tempe McFarlane at the church.

Greeting Team - Contact Tempe McFarlane at the church.

Welcome Center Team - Contact Kate Frank at the church.  Make a connection with new people in our church get involved with the Welcome Center Team.  You can volunteer monthly following the service you normally attend.

Coffee Bar Team - Contact Lori Thompson at the church.

Information Counter Team -  Contact Sharon Taylor at the church. Be in the know and help others be also.  All it takes is a few minutes of warm smile and friendly voice after church along with a willingness to help others.

Sound Technician - Contact Andy Hendley at the church. For those who know what they are doing in the world of sound and lighting. {No, rally}

Multimedia Team - Contact Brandon Freeman at the church. Help the services run smoothly.  Serve on a rotating basis after a time of training.

Facilities Team - Contact Steve Ball at the church. A wonderful opportunity to serve all who come here by keeping the buildings clean and in good repair.  Hey, once a month will help a lot. If you love flower gardening, come and help beautify our campus.

Book Cellar - Contact Mike Freeman at the church. Books, music and Snickers bars. Put your retail skills to work for the Lord.  And you meet the nicest people.

Worship Bands - Are you a musician or vocalist with a heart to serve God?  Because we are constantly developing new bands and musicians, we are always looking for people like you.  Pick up a brochure at the info center or contact Andy Hendley at the Vineyard for more detailed information.

Tuesday Morning Prayer @ 8am - You are welcome to come and pray with the church staff for the coming week. This is when we pray for the requests that were turned in on Sunday with the Vmail..  You will find us in the conference room.

We follow the leading of the Bible by not baptizing babies.  They are not yet able to decide to trust Jesus Christ on their own and are therefore not yet able to be "believers". 

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