Church leaders! Because your church is a part of this covenant community, you can have access to these free Christmas countdowns, service intros, and other media resources to use made by Keenly Interactive.Download your free Christmas resources here.... Read more

Venture Church Network REDs MeetingsAt the beginning of November the Regional Executive Directors (REDs) of Venture Church Network (formerly CBAmerica) gathered together in Phoenix for their regular fall meetings. These meetings provide opportunities to share updates on each of our regions, vision cast for the future of VCN, pray for one another and connect relationally.... Read more

Word Speaks ConferenceOn November 5th & 6th, more than 850 women, representing 100 churches (99 people from 13 CVNW churches) from nine different states, packed into The Oregon Gardens to hear both Jen Wilkin and Elizabeth Woodson at the Word Speaks Conference. It was a great opportunity to be together to worship and study the Word being reminded that “the heart can’t love what the mind doesn’t know.” Jen Wilkin reminded us of the command... Read more

Last month, women gathered for CVNW’s Pastors’ Wives Retreat at Camp Tadmor. They focused their weekend on experiencing the fullness of joy while providing fellowship and support to one another. ... Read more

Our newest ministry endeavor, Equipping the Saints ministry training is off to a great start! We have 18 participants for around the Portland area who are joining together to be equipped and empowered for ministry in their local church. For more information, please email Sergio Aguirre at sergio@churchventurenw.com.... Read more

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The Executive Director of CVNW has the honor of touring all 21 associations between September 1st and November 9th! Pastors and their wives are invited to gather with their association for a time of fellowship, vision casting, and prayer.... Read more

When I was the mayor of a small town in Wyoming, I had become an officer in the state-wide association of elected officials. I once approached the leader of the organization to talk about our relationship in the organization. I stated that I hoped we could work together as a team. His response was to … Continue reading "Are you playing Football or Golf?" The post Are you playing Football or Golf? appeared first on... Read more

The crew served in several locations throughout Montrose as well as at the church.  They were served meals each day by Shepherd’s Hand, our local homeless ministry that provides food and other essential services to less fortunate individuals.  They performed several projects at Shepherd’s Hand.  They painted at WAGEES, a ministry designed to help new … Continue reading "A Week of Blessing" The post A Week of Blessing appeared first on Rocky Mountain Church Network.... Read more

Women’s Camp celebrates 50 years this summer!! We have a lot planned for you between now and August, so be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook, or subscribe to our email list so you don’t miss a thing! The past year has been a roller coaster for all of us, with more dips than exhilarating flights. Many of us are feeling stuck in our brokenness, anger or overwhelm. God knows where you are... Read more

Changes at Church Venture NorthwestChurch Venture Northwest is committed to helping churches take bold next steps to strengthen, revitalize, and plant new churches in the Pacific Northwest. For more than three years, we have been blessed to have John Long serve as our Director of Church Development, which is centered on the strengthening and revitalizing part of our mission. John’s strengths have been an encouragement to many of our pastors and churches. He’s led our... Read more

We are excited to welcome Smoky Hill Baptist Church of Centennial, CO to the Rocky Mountain Church Network. Smoky Hill Baptist Church recently voted to become part of the RMCN. Vision Statement “To touch the world with the Word of God, motivated by a passion for God and compassion for people.” Mission Statement  Smoky Hill … Continue reading "RMCN Welcomes Smoky Hill Church of Centennial, CO" The post RMCN Welcomes Smoky Hill Church of Centennial,... Read more

This summer retreat is designed specifically for those in church leadership to enjoy relaxation & rejuvenation Southwest Leadership Retreat 2021... Read more

This summer retreat is designed specifically for those in church leadership to enjoy relaxation & rejuvenation Southwest Leadership Retreat 2021... Read more

Trustees Rotating Off BoardOn behalf of the entire Covenant Community of Church Venture NW churches, we’d like to thank the following for their years of service as a Trustee. Your commitment to serving Church Venture NW and your leadership in helping to build community among the churches within your associations has left a lasting impact and is greatly appreciated.Blue MountainJohn HurtyCentral Willamette SouthMike HatfieldEmeraldBob SingerEvergreenRob JohnsonLower ColumbiaRay CasperNorth Puget SoundDavid FosterWe would also like to... Read more

There is no doubt that the times we are living in are challenging, confusing and changing constantly. The uncertainty is not only hitting us Special ZOOM call with Erik Stanley from VCNSW... Read more

There is no doubt that the times we are living in are challenging, confusing and changing constantly. The uncertainty is not only hitting us Special ZOOM call with Erik Stanley from VCNSW... Read more

Association Annual Business Meetings Don’t miss your association’s annual business meeting, see the specific meeting times below.... Read more

Saturday night Jan 23rd at Medford FBC, 57 men who invited sons, friends, neighbors and co-workers to enjoy Prime Rib and gospel conversations.Pastor Jeff Breitler shared the gospel thru his personal testimony. We are encouraged by the gathering and to hear how the gospel of Jesus Christ, impacted those invited by men from Medford FBC.  Pray for the gospel seed that was planted, that it will grow gospel wakefulness, so that the rebellious heart will... Read more

A special message from the Venture Church Network (formerly known as CBAmerica)... Read more

Throughout Scripture and history we see that when there was a time of uncertainty and fear, God often moved in amazing ways, demonstrating his power, transforming people and nations, taking the ordinary to accomplish the extraordinary. And in those moments,…... Read more

2020 was a difficult year for the students at The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) at the Presidio of Monterey (POM). Starting mid-March 2020, all the classes were conducted virtually. I am also teaching my world religion classes…... Read more

With Church Venture Northwest’s efforts to continue to serve our churches after the Fire Relief fund, James Gleason met with some of those who were affected by the Lincoln City fires in September, 2020. “The stories we heard last night were filled with tears of sadness and tears of joy. Each family was able to share their needs and be prayed for. The generous gifts from our CVNW churches will enable these people to rebuild their... Read more

I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:3-6 (NIV) January 11, 2021 Dear fellow partner in the gospel, As we enter... Read more

PRAYING FOR OUR CHURCHES Lower Columbia Astoria, OR - Grace Community Baptist Church (Kevin Lewis) Cornelius, OR - Cornelius Community Church (David Weber) Forest Grove, OR - Old Town (Rudy Tinoco)Gaston, OR - Wapato Valley Church (Josh Morgan) Hillsboro, OR - Hillsboro First Baptist Church (David Fields) Hillsboro, OR - Sonrise Church (James Gleason)Saint Helens, OR - Grace Baptist Church (Dean Christensen) Saint Helens, OR - Yankton Community Fellowship (Rick Worlitz) Seaside, OR - North Coast... Read more