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.
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ENCOUNTER
6950 RALSTON STREET
VENTURA, CA 93003
VENTURA, CA 93003
SATURDAYS AT 6PM
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 10:45AM
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 10:45AM
It can be daunting coming to church for the first time. 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
A Visit to the Lighthouse Shelter for Women & Children
When you hear the name “Lighthouse” you think of a tall light guiding ships to safely to shore. At Lighthouse for Women and Children, run by Ventura County Rescue Mission, that’s what this ministry offers: guidance and hope. I was privileged to take a tour of the facility located in Oxnard with the lovely Melanie. […]
Urbana 2018
On December 27, a team of 10 went to Urbana, a 5-day student missions conference sponsored by InterVarsity. It happens every three years in St. Louis (it used to be held in Urbana, IL). Julie Fortunati shares about her experience: My son, Jordan and I are in St. Louis, Missouri…in December. It’s 25 degrees. Honestly, […]
Meet Patti and Dale Downs at The City Center
You never know where God is going to lead you. That is certainly true for former missionary Patti Downs. Patti and her husband Dale work at The City Center on Thompson Blvd in mid-town Ventura. Patti is a kind and giving woman who truly embodies a servant’s heart. As I heard Patti’s story, I was […]
FEATURED EVENTS
Rooted is a 10-week discipleship program
Join us Wed 6:30-8:30 pm, Feb 6 – Apr 17
Childcare is available
Women’s Tuesday Mornings Bible Study starts Feb 5
Rachel & Leah: What Two Sisters Teach Us
about Combating Comparison” by Nicki Koziarz
Are you new to ENCOUNTER?
If so, we’d love to get to know you over coffee!
Jan 16 at 7 pm & Jan 17 at 9 am
Wondering what missions is all about?
Join us for 15 minutes after the service Jan 26/27
Be apart of ENCOUNTER’s global vision
Our upcoming series Renovate begins Jan 20
Learn how we construct our lives now that we know Christ
Come jump into Ephesians
MESSAGES
Brian Rayburn - January 12, 2019
TIME AND MONEY, Part 2, Principles for a New Year
Scripture References: Matthew 19:16-26
From Current Series: "TIME AND MONEY"
Two things are true about most of us: 1) We want to live meaningful lives and 2) We’re busy. The problem is that our busyness may be THE thing preventing us from living meaningful lives.
