background and vision

In 2005, God began speaking to Tim Urmston about the need for a Vineyard Church on the West side of Cincinnati. Although there were many naysayers and doubters, God proved faithful with a small group of devoted volunteers. We talked with several people to pull together an “interest” meeting on the West side to see who might be on board with making this thing happen. Much to our surprise, the interest was huge–40 of us packed the Front Porch Coffee House where we discussed hopes and dreams for the West side.

Our journey began by renting out the cafeteria of Dater High School every other Thursday. We had between 40-80 people show up for a few months and we decided that we needed something bigger. A door opened up at the DanBarry movie theater in Western Hills, and 175 people attended our official launch in September 2006.

We now have over 400 people in attendance and 150 volunteers–it’s been amazing and challenging and we’re just getting started. When Jesus moves into the neighborhood, crazy stuff happens!

Our Vision

Love Wins. Creating environments where anyone can meet with God and others.

Learn More. Creating environments where anyone can explore and grow with God.

Live Out. Creating environments where anyone can put God on display.

Our Promise. We are committed to loving the people of Cincinnati into an authentic, growing and passionate relationship with Jesus. We are devoted to making disciples of Jesus through inviting, developing, equipping and activating people in their purpose.

Our Core Values

People Matter. Love Wins. Put Christ on display. We see people through the eyes of the Lord.

Open Handedness. Not ours to hang on to, what has been given by God, is freely given away.

Bring Our Best. Excellence, God is worthy of our best. Not shiny or fake but raw and authentic.

Healthy Things Grow. The Kingdom growing in numbers and personal spiritual growth.

Freedom First. Freedom to take risks, be creative, and freedom to fail.

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