VBM Update From the Homebase - Week 26

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Venezuela Prayer Request

Recent earthquakes in Venezuela have created tremendous need. Pray for those affected and that many would hear the Gospel during this difficult time.

New Studio Advancement

Work is underway to move the current studio to a larger space in the William Carey Center with multiple recording backdrops.

Campus Improvements

More than 4,000 feet of water lines have been replaced on campus, resolving a long-standing leak issue.

Upcoming Dates

July 9 — Coaching Call: Staying Encouraged
July 14–17 — World's Cheapest Missions Trip
August 17 — VSM Fall Semester Begins
September 1–4 — Christian Identity Module
September 22–25 — Missionary Paul Module
November 19 — Preview Day & PAC Meeting

Ministry Updates

Language school milestones achieved by several missionary families.
New furnishings arriving for the Elliot House girls' dorm.
Summer interns and mission teams serving around the world.
Youth for the Gospel event scheduled in Dayton, Tennessee.

New Missions Book

A new book focused on prayer and missions has been released with the desire to encourage more laborers for the harvest field.

Prayer Request:
 Pray that God uses this resource to inspire young people to surrender their lives for missions and world evangelism.

✈️ Summer Internships & Teams

Multiple interns and mission teams are serving in locations such as South Africa, Taiwan, Chile, China, Argentina, Burkina Faso, Colombia, Ireland, and New York City.

Missionary Furloughs

Several missionary families will be on furlough during 2026–2027. Please continue praying for their travels and ministry opportunities.

Mark Your Calendars

July 14-17 -- WCMT
August 17 -- VSM Fall Semester Starts
September 1-4 -- VSM Module #1: Sam Wilson Module (Christian Identity)
September 22-25-- VSM Module #2: Missionary Paul
November 19 -- Preview Day (visitors get to "preview" VBM training)
November 19 -- PAC meeting on VBM campus
April 26-30, 2027 -- VBM Orientation (The Wilds)
April 24-28, 2028 -- VBM Orientation (The Wilds)

We will also have Youth for the Gospel events, representing VSM & VBM in conferences, and a few smaller events scattered throughout the year. We need and appreciate your prayers!

Next Y4tG: August 15

On Saturday, August 15, we will hold our next Youth for the Gospel event in Dayton, TN. This will be at Calvary Baptist Church, and you can speak to Dr. Jim Roberts if you're able to attend! Click here for more information.

World's Cheapest Missions Trip - July 14–17, 2026

What can $200 really get you?
More than you think. ????

✅ Meet missionaries from around the world
✅ Engage with people of different religions
✅ Visit mosques, temples, and cathedrals
✅ Face challenges that stretch your faith
✅ Learn practical ministry skills

July 14–17, 2026

Click here for more information!

Golf Tournament!

Stephen Cofield has been a tremendous help in the past, and once again, has joined to help us plan for our 5th annual Golf Tournament. We will be spreading the word, looking for golfers, and contacting sponsors. Our goal with the proceeds will go towards professionally remodeling the gym to be an official basketball and volleyball court. It will be used for local Christian schools, churches, and VBM/VSM use. We are excited about what God is doing!

Our future is as bright as the promises of God!

Click here to register or find out more.