We know it’s hard to visit a new church. Hopefully, this page will help you be a little more comfortable visiting us!
The Village Church is a place where people can meet Jesus, engage in life-giving community, and everyone is welcome. We believe in creating a space where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their gifts, and use them for God's glory. Join us for our Sunday services!
What to Expect
FAQs
What does everyone wear?
We dress pretty casually, so wear normal clothes. No need to dress up (unless you want to!)–our pastors preach in jeans and a button-up shirt, sometimes a t-shirt.
What version of the Bible do we use?
We mostly preach out of the ESV or CSB translation of the Bible, but a lot of people bring whatever translation Bible they have. We don’t have a set version of the Bible that we require!
What kind of music do you sing?
Our music is a mixture of some familiar hymns and new songs. We love music that speaks strong theological truth. Some songs may be unfamiliar, new, or really old. Still, God is glorified by our joyful noise!
What is there for my kids?
We have a TON of kids–meaning we’re used to noisy kids and fussy babies. In fact, we love it! We dismiss the kids for kids’ church mid-way through the service and have a nursery for the whole length of the service for the littlest ones. We also have a nursing mothers’ room!
Where do I go when I get there?
Enter through the front double doors of the church, and you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile and a chance to grab some coffee. We also have a table at the front with extra Bibles (which you can have!) and other good books/resources.
When are your services?
Our Sunday mornings start with Bible study and fellowship (for all ages at 9:15 AM) before transitioning over to a time of worship to our great God (at 10:30 AM). During this time we exalt our Lord through singing, reading the Word, prayer, and preaching.
We are different than many churches around
We are a smaller congregation, but we emphasize a strong community relationship with the other church members and a few important aspects of every Christian’s life.
Our church is a revitalization of a centuries-old church. We have a long way to go still, but we have seen God do incredible things. Do you want to be on the frontline of God’s mission work here on the Eastside of Cincinnati? Come check us out. Here are our distinctives that guide us as we seek to serve the Lord faithfully:
Our church is a revitalization of a centuries-old church. We have a long way to go still, but we have seen God do incredible things. Do you want to be on the frontline of God’s mission work here on the Eastside of Cincinnati? Come check us out. Here are our distinctives that guide us as we seek to serve the Lord faithfully:
Robust Theology
We are committed to expository preaching and teaching, meaning everything comes from the Bible and is grounded in Scripture. Preaching is typically verse-by-verse, book-by-book, with strong application and deep theology.
Fervent Worship
We want to respond to the Word of the Lord appropriately. However, our Sundays are not a show, and we don’t over-emphasize the emotionally jolting parts of worship. Instead, we want genuine worshipers exalting Christ.
Missional Outreach
We love our village, communities, and neighborhoods. We enjoy time building genuine relationships with others and pouring into others. Still, we are insistent on a clearly articulated Gospel message and extraordinary witness.
Intentional Discipleship
Each believer must grow in their faith; this requires a personal desire and a group of other believers seeking the same goal of exciting growth. Additionally, every believer should pour into less mature Christians, strengthen each other, and raise a new generation of leaders.
When do we gather together?
Sunday Mornings
Bible Study - 9:15 AM
Worship - 10:30 AM
Worship - 10:30 AM