26 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever wants to be first must be your slave— 28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”      Matthew 20:26-28

Melinda and Peter Benes are a dedicated couple who share a deep commitment to their faith and their
community. They are active members of the Vineyard Community Church, where they use their unique
talents and skills to serve others and make a positive impact.

Melinda Benes is a passionate and driven individual who is dedicated to making a positive impact in her
community. Melinda’s journey with Jesus began at Vineyard, where she found comfort and a sense of
belonging. She is deeply committed to her faith and believes in using her talents and abilities to serve
others. Melinda enjoys writing grants and fundraising, which she considers to be the heartbeat of who
she is. She also enjoys helping co-coordinating the weekly Food Resource Center and the Christmas for
Kids program.
 
Peter has a wealth of experience in building and grounds management, having spent 17 years at Xerox.
He uses his expertise to maintain and improve facilities and grounds, and his attention to detail and
problem-solving abilities.

In our free time, we enjoy hanging out with friends and camping. We have two dogs, Emma and Frankie,
who we adore and love taking on walks. Our faith in Jesus is the foundation of our lives, and we strive
to live according to his teachings. Together, we make a dynamic team, dedicated to serving others with kindness, integrity, and excellence. They value their faith and their Vineyard family above all else and are committed to making a positive difference in the community.
 
Contact Melinda at: melindavcc@gmail.com
Contact Peter at: peterbenesvcc@gmail.com
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