All Programs are Open
It’s ok to have questions and doubts; just join us! All Vineyard Westside, La Vina and City Light programs are open to the public to help people get closer to the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ! Invite your friends!
Please see the Church App Calendar.
Prayer Training
Come learn the Vineyards guide to the 5 steps in prayer, useful if you are interested in praying for others in your everyday life or are interested in joining Vineyard Westside prayer team, please join us on Oct 29th 6:30-8:00 pm in the Loft Room. Any questions, contact Rich: rich.wandstrat@vineyardwestside.com or Rose: Rose.gebhard@vineyardwestside.com.
BLOC Ministries Fundraiser
Nov 7th, 5:30-9:00 pm. Join an evening of pickleball! Instruction for the novice and competition for the seasoned competitor! Pizza and 2 Drink tickets included! Spectator to team tickets available. Katie Metz, 513.546.4830, Katie.Metz@oneBLOC.org.
Annual Pie Baking Day
November 16, 11:30 am. Come and enjoy a light lunch, then help bake pies for the Community Dinner's Thanksgiving Feast, which will be November 17, 6:00 pm. Donations accepted of pie crusts, evaporated milk, sugar and canned pumpkin. Any questions contact Melissa Schwemberger (Melissa.Schwemberger@vineyardwestside.com) or text to 513-504-7730.
Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Boxes
Vineyard Westside and La Viña will be participating in the Samaritan’s Purse shoebox drive 2025. So grab a box and buy some socks! By filling a box, you bring Christmas joy to children around the world. Each box is a gift of love, hope and a tangible expression of the Christmas story. It’s a great opportunity to share your faith and bless a child with the simple joy of receiving a gift. Not only do children in impoverished areas receive the gifts, they are given a Bible in their native language along with the opportunity to participate in a 12-session age specific discipleship program to learn about the love of Jesus.
You can pick up your shoeboxes in the lobby after church. Fill the box with fun toys, socks & underwear, and school supplies. Guidelines on how to pack a box are available.
Please consider donating $10 with your box. This covers not only the cost of shipping the box, but also the costs involved in providing the Bibles and discipleship program. Not interested in packing a box? No problem! You can make a donation towards the $10 cost of boxes. There’s also a way to “pack a box” online from the comfort of your home. Please stop by the Operation Christmas Child table or contact Christine Patel cpatel3n1@gmail.com for more information. DEADLINE for RETURNING BOXES 11/23/25
Volunteers needed - Pantry/Community Dinner
Kim and Gary Parrish have been the heart behind our Community Dinner and Pantry. They have lovingly served for 11+ years. They have decided to retire and pass the baton to new stewards. We are asking everyone to pray for Kim and Gary and also for those who will step up so that we may continue serving this community with this incredible ministry. If you also have a heart to serve our neighbors, please consider filling the space they are leaving behind. Please direct your inquiries to Melissa Schwemberger (Melissa,Schwemberger@vineyardwestside.com) text to 513-504-7730 or Christine Patel (cpatel3n1@gmail.com)
Psalms and Proverbs Reading
For the 3rd year, VWS invites its members to corporately join together to read through the books of Psalms and Proverbs following the ifwewill.org plan. An intro session will be held Nov 18 @ 6:30. Reading will start Dec 1 and continue until Feb 20, with a weekly discussion and class on Psalms. Go to ifwewill.org for more info. Books will also be available. Contact Jen or Melissa with questions.
Requiem for the Forgotten Concert
The “Requiem for the Forgotten” was composed by Frank La Rocca to pray for the repose of the souls of the homeless, the displaced, the marginalized and refugees. This includes a large choir, chamber orchestra, and organ. Saint Martin of Tours Church on Nov 2 at 7pm
Charity Partnerships
Do you volunteer/work for a charity that is looking to host an event? We are open! Whether a celebratory dinner or a community educational event/series or a meeting space, Vineyard Westside is interested in building that partnership. Contact jen.cline@vineyardwestside.com.
Peacemakers Ministry
A group open to all veterans and first responders (active or retired) to grow with God on the first Sunday of every month, around 11am after service in the Studio Room. Please contact Tim Grant (27 years with the Air Force and 28 years with Veterans Affairs, Ordained Chaplain, motorcycle enthusiast) 513-764-2228, ravenrlemc@gmail.com.
Couples Ministry
On Tuesdays, 6-8:30 pm, in Room 101 (in the underground). All are welcome.
Women’s CHOSEN Group
Starting Season 4. All women are invited to join Mondays, 3:45- 5:45pm in the Hope Center. Our plan is to use this video series as a "tool" to "Seek our Father's Heart. " Because we are moving into the holiday season, the focus of our group discussions will be on Acceptance and Gratitude - specifically, accepting our identity as God's Chosen Children, and thanking Him for each revelation given by HIS SPIRIT as we watch and learn together. Contact Ann annersrevised3@gmail.com.
Prison Ministry
Josh Gowins from Vineyard Northwest is starting a prison and street ministries in Cincinnati. If you are interested in joining, please contact him at 513-720-2875 or jgowins112@gmail.com.
Sunday Bible Studies
Starting May 18th, 8am-9:30am in the Loft Room, join the group for a time of fellowship, discussion, spiritual growth, and scripture study! As we journey through the scriptures, we’ll cover key themes such as love, forgiveness, faith, and hope, all while applying these teachings to our daily lives. This new initiative aims to foster a deeper understanding of the Bible and strengthen our relationships with God and one another. No prior knowledge of the Bible is required—just a desire to learn and grow together. Questions? Reach out to Christine Patel (513) 484-3222. The Bible is the greatest of all books; to study it is the noblest of all pursuits; to understand it, the highest of all goals. ~ Charles Ryrie
Men's Ministry Group
Wednesdays weekly at 6:30 pm in the Studio Room. This group is a fellowship of God’s mighty men. Meetings may include prayer, bible study, and open discussion of life and family in Christ. The group will meet in the Studio Room. With questions, contact Craig at 513-972-9136.
Renewed Hope Resource Center
Our Community Dinner is open for a hot meal on Mondays from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Underground: Dine-In or Carry-Out. Everyone is welcome.
The Food Pantry is open Monday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and Thursday from 2:00-4:00PM and serves people living within zip codes 45211, 45248, and 45225.
Food donation items can be dropped in the barrel outside the lobby. Staples that are always needed: Dry goods (such as Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Rice, Cereal, Ramen Noodles), Canned goods (such as Soup, Vegetables, Meat, Pasta Sauce, Beans), Toiletries (such as Bar Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Deodorant).
For monetary donations, cash or checks made out to “Renewed Hope Resource Center”.
If you would like to help out or have questions, please email Kim Parrish at rhrcfoodpantry@gmail.com.
Walking Group
Saturday Morning. 9:30 am, starting at various locations. Contact Susan at 513-638-1184.
AA Meets
AA meeting at Vineyard Westside on Fridays @ 7:30 pm.
Church Board Members
Feel free to contact any board member with ideas, questions, praises or concerns.
Chair: Rose Gebhard rose.gebhard@vineyardwestside.com
Lead Pastor: Ryan Detzel detzelpretzel@gmail.com
Associate Pastor: Nathan Reed nathan.reed@vineyardwestside.com
Finance Director: Melissa Schwemberger melissa.schwemberger@vineyardwestside.com
Member: Frank Curry fcurryjr@gmail.com
Member: Greg Christopfel gregchristopfel@gmail.com
Member: Jen Cline jen.cline@vineyardwestside.com
Intercessory Prayers
At 9:00 am every Sunday, in room 113 in the lower level, a group meets for intercessory prayer. All are welcome to join.
What is SOZO?
The Greek word ‘sozo’ means to save, deliver, make whole or restore, heal, be whole; and is used in some form over 100 times in the New Testament when Jesus heals someone, be it physically, emotionally or spiritually. SOZO is the ‘full package’ of salvation, healing and deliverance that Jesus came to give people! When you receive a SOZO, you can become whole and walk better in the destiny to which God has called you. If interested in scheduling a SOZO, please contact rose.gebhard@vineyardwestside.com.
Upper Room
In the bell tower, a quiet space for prayer and calling on the Holy Spirit has been created. This will be open at 9 am every Sunday before the VWS service. Go all the way up the stairs by the kitchen into the storage room, through the next door on the right the bell tower. Watch your head. Note, the bell may be rung at anytime without warning, bringing your prayers to heaven.
Creative Worship
This Group is for all Ages. Monthly, First Tuesdays 5:30-7:00 pm. Worshiping God can take many forms. This gathering will provide a creative space to get artistic and creative, with fellowship and the Lord. You can express what's been on your heart from God and it can be done with journaling, creative writing, drawing, painting, making collages, or any other way you would like to express yourself. Please bring your own supplies. Contact Michael Ginn and Amy Hayden by email haydenamy149@gmail.com or 513 520-5423.
Volunteer Opportunities
Children's Ministry – opportunities are available to help in multiple ways. Contact Nate for VWS (nathan.reed@vineyardwest.com) or Gifty for City Light (shekinahgifty@yahoo.com)
Vineyard Westside Business Referral Network
Do you have a business that you would like others to know about? Or perhaps you have skills or tale you would like to share with others?
Then drop off your business card or sign up at the Connections Desk to be a part of our new Business Referral Network! This is a great way to connect with your church community and beyond!
Upcoming Events
Oct 26: Sunday Bible Studies start, 8 am
Oct 27: Women’s CHOSEN Group 3:45 pm
Oct 28: Couples Ministry 7 pm, Room 101
Oct 29: Men’s Ministry, 6:30 pm
Oct 29: Vineyard 5 Step in Prayer Training, 6:30 pm
Nov 2: Sunday Bible Studies start, 8 am
Nov 2: Peacemakers Ministry, after service
Nov 2: Requiem for the Forgotten Concert, St. Martin
Nov 4: Creative Worship, 5:30 pm
Nov 7: BLOC Ministry Fundraiser
Nov 16: Annual Pie Baking Day
Nov 17: Community Dinner Thanksgiving Feast
Nov 18: Intro for Proverbs and Psalms Reading
Dec 1 - Feb 20: Proverbs and Psalms Reading (ifwewill.org)
Dec 2, Jan 6: Creative Worship
Dec 2: Vineyard Day of Giving
Dec 7, Jan 4: Peacemakers Ministry
Dec 14: Seat at the Table Meeting, Ministry Leaders in Loft Room