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Journey Through the New Testament
Our entire church family is journeying through the New Testament together in 2026, one chapter at a time. We’ve created a simple reading plan, along with an audio version to walk alongside it. This journey is an invitation to slow down, open Scripture, and let God shape you one chapter at a time. Whether you feel incredibly close to Jesus right now or you’re just finding your way back, our hope is that this year feels like a fresh start with Him. As you read, take your time, underline what stands out, ask honest questions, and invite the Holy Spirit to speak into your everyday life. And remember, you’re not doing this alone, we’re doing it together. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify using the links below
Sunday Morning Services
Reminder:
Our church office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of President's Day. We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday.
Join Us This Sunday at 9 & 10:45 AM
Welcome to ENCOUNTER
Come join our church this weekend for worship and a message of encouragement. ENCOUNTER Kids is also available both services for nursery through preteen. Middle School and High School meets in The PLEX entrance. In addition we have ASL interpretation available during the 9 AM service. Gather with us at our Sunday morning services or connect with us online. We are proud to serve our community in Ventura and the surrounding areas!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Join Us This Weekend
Welcome to ENCOUNTER
Come join our church this weekend for worship and a message of encouragement. ENCOUNTER Kids is also available both services for nursery through preteen. Middle School and High School meets in The PLEX entrance. In addition we have ASL interpretation available during the 9 AM service. Gather with us at our Sunday morning services or connect with us online. We are proud to serve our community in Ventura and the surrounding areas!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
our latest message
The Gospel We Never Outgrow
Can you outgrow the gospel?
Trips to the Goodwill donation center have become a regular part of life at our house as our kids have gotten older. Bags of toys and outgrown clothes pile up in the trunk of my car, waiting for another home and a second life.
Outgrowing clothes is one thing. But what about outgrowing the gospel? Most of us would never say we add to our salvation. But a lot of us live like we can add to God's opinion of us.
Together we'll be in Colossians 2:6-15, where Paul shows the Colossian church (and us) why the gospel is something we never outgrow.
October 4, 2026 - Christopher Howard
our latest message
The Gospel We Never Outgrow
Can you outgrow the gospel?
Trips to the Goodwill donation center have become a regular part of life at our house as our kids have gotten older. Bags of toys and outgrown clothes pile up in the trunk of my car, waiting for another home and a second life.
Outgrowing clothes is one thing. But what about outgrowing the gospel? Most of us would never say we add to our salvation. But a lot of us live like we can add to God's opinion of us.
Together we'll be in Colossians 2:6-15, where Paul shows the Colossian church (and us) why the gospel is something we never outgrow.
October 4, 2026 - Christopher Howard
OUR UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS
You're invited to be our guest
Connect with ENCOUNTER and join us at our next special event, conference, small group event and more! Also, check out the events page regularly for more information on all our upcoming events.
OUR UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS
You're invited to be our guest
Connect with ENCOUNTER and join us at our next special event, conference, small group event and more! Also, check out the events page regularly for more information on all our upcoming events.
