WE ARE A CHURCH
DEFINED BY GRACE
DEFINED BY GRACE
At ENCOUNTER, we keep things simple. People matter to us, no matter what age or background. We love learning more about God and His purposes for our lives. And everything we do is a warm reminder of God’s unconditional love and acceptance.
ENCOUNTER
6950 RALSTON STREET
VENTURA, CA 93003
VENTURA, CA 93003
SATURDAYS AT 6PM
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 10:45AM
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 10:45AM
We want to make your visit as simple and enjoyable as possible. Our weekend service is designed to help you draw closer to Jesus. We hope you will walk away feeling encouraged, challenged, and knowing God’s love for you.
ENCOUNTER STORIES
Meet Our Team: Michelle Anthony
Michelle Anthony has become an indispensable leader in the Children’s ministry over the 20 years that she has served at the church. No area of ENCOUNTER Kids is outside of her scope. She is the Director of the Saturday Night Service for 3 years – grade 6, leads the preteen ministry, Lightforce, for grades 5 […]
Rooted Reflections: Dody
by Dody Blankenburg 1. What were you hoping to discover through Rooted? I was hoping to become rooted in my faith, to become more connected to God and my church family. To learn to be still and realize when and how God was speaking to me. 2. What was the most impactful part of Rooted? […]
FEATURED EVENTS
IF:Ventura is a one day gathering of women coming together for inspiring messages, powerful worship, and meaningful conversation around tables. We invite you to turn off all the noise, dive into authentic discussions, and hear stories that will compel you to take your next steps towards life and peace.
Registration will open on Saturday, January 18. You will have the ability to choose which table you sit at when you register; early registration is encouraged for best seating options!
We all want to be women of legacy, but how do we begin? Join us on Tuesday mornings for our spring women’s study, Legacy: How One Ordinary Life Can Make an Eternal Difference, as we examine the character and actions of women in Scripture to inspire and challenge us to leave a gospel-centered legacy.
Looking to go deeper in your walk in 2020? Join us this winter for ROOTED, a 10-week catalyst for life-change. ROOTED provokes questions and conversations and provides group experiences designed to give you a glimpse of your story in God’s larger story.
Join us for tacos and to hear the inspiring story of a brave Honduran who is going to serve in a Muslim community in North Africa.
The spring session of Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) starts Wednesday, January 22, 9:15 am in The PLEX. Enjoy breakfast, meet other moms and learn from inspiring speakers while your children are cared for in MOPPETS. This is for moms with infants – kinder age.
MESSAGES
Brian Rayburn - January 18, 2020
LEANING INTO THIS LOVE - Challenging Our Priorities
Scripture References: John 2:13-22
From Current Series: "LEANING INTO THIS LOVE"
So often when people think of Jesus, they think of a distant historical figure. They envision a baby in a manger or teacher on a hillside or even a Savior on a cross—imagining these scenes as if they were nothing more than events of the past. But the Jesus revealed to us in God’s Word is alive and present—now! He’s actively at work in our everyday lives, meeting us in the darkest places and revealing a life that shatters our small expectations.
