Well it all started when we went to see what Church had captured our daughter and her family's…read moretrust and hearts! The mantra is, (To Know , Love and Follow)! A Church for the UnChurched! It's best described by the devotion and commitment of its people. We are now proud to call Our Church home and family! Need to know more? Come and See...

I was initially concerned about the size of this church, worried about being one of the crowd who…read moredoesn't get to know anyone, but Venture Church strives to make people feel connected by encouraging members to be a part of smaller "growth groups" (instead of old-school "Sunday School" classes) that meet at different times during the week and are focused on different topics - some are sermon based (reviewing/studying the previous week's sermon), others choose a traditional Bible Study, others study specific books on different Christian topics, and others are more service oriented or activity oriented groups. All are designed to make you part of the church as a whole. Despite the comments in an earlier post, I have found every sermon to be Biblically based, with Jesus as the foundation. Salvation and forgiveness through faith in Christ are constant themes. Pastor Jeff breaks it down in ways that make understanding the scriptures possible for those who weren't raised in the church, as well as for those who are from a traditional church background. I've sat through thousands of sermons in my life, and still get something from attending a service at Venture, every time. The church bills itself as a "Church for the Unchurched" and has at its heart the goal of reaching people for Jesus Christ. Everyone is welcome and you are just as likely to see someone dressed in shorts and flip flops as you are likely to see someone in the traditional "Sunday best". There is a program called "Recovery" - and it is noted that we are all recovering from something. Sometimes its drugs, alcohol, other addictions, a divorce, an abusive situation/life, problems in our marriages, problems with our kids, or a life of sinful choices that have left us broken, but through Jesus everyone can recover and live a blessed and meaningful life. Venture also encourages people to get out of the "pews" (chairs in this case) and serve. Serve each other, serve the lost, serve those in need. They encourage members to participate in many community service areas, including the homeless shelters and local elementary schools, in addition to sending members on mission trips both within the US and in foreign countries, such as Haiti and the Dominican Republic. This church means it when they say they are all about reaching people for Christ. Don't be thrown off by the flashing lights, contemporary music/band, and relaxed, laid back atmosphere. This church is not all about entertainment. Yes, there is a coffee bar. Yes, there is sometimes a smoke machine. Yes, the band rocks. They believe in doing what they need to in order to reach people who are lost. But the focus is on Christ and the need that people have to meet Jesus and give their lives to him.

Have been as Happy as can be since we found this small church. Pastors are true to the Word and…read morethe music is great. Not an early riser, but for this Church, well worth getting up for 1030 service! Check it out, you'll enjoy the friendliness, the Coffee(!), the music and most of all the Message each week.

Very welcoming and super nice people. My first visit I was getting handshakes, hugs and kisses on…read morethe cheek. Great place to check out.

Nice and friendly people Nice place to hide during bad…read moreweather Really big and awesome The Sunday morning and Wednesday night services are amazing Definitely would recommend this church 10/10 Love this church

Wonderful place to connect with other believers! Messages taught from the Bible by a pastor that…read morecares about each member. A place where people are living life together. Only downside is the size of the congregation can be intimidating but the warmth of the people overcomes that quickly.

This church has helped me love Jesus more today than yesterday. They have helped my family in…read morecrisis as well. The truly believe the bible and are actively working to be a blessing to Hattiesburg

It is a small, growing congregation in a lovely pastoral setting conveniently located in West…read moreHattiesburg, preaching the saving grace of our Lord and savior. They just expanded their children's classes and the congregation is working to meet the needs of community and church with a food pantry, while encouraging active involvement in church activities (not just church attendance, but actually coordinating social activities, classes, whatever is needed, etc.) We were warmly welcomed and appreciated the innovative mindset of the minister, the latter being why we chose this congregation over a larger one. There is no praise and worship team, but the Spirit of the Lord is alive and moving. Because it is a small congregation there are no Sunday night services. Instead, some fellowships and devotionals are occasionally planned for that time, which I love, and some members may choose to worship at Kensington at that time or just enjoy time with family. So hope you'll visit and give them a chance to love you.

Started attending 3 years ago and my life has never been the same!…read moreI have never been so loved and never been so close ro God in my life. The people here are truly trying to be like Christ and help others do the same. From homeless people to millionaires, white, Hispanic, Asian, or Black everyone here is one big family as the Lord intended when he built his church! Come visit and see how you can be apart of this great congregation!

Just people trying to follow God's Word. If you're looking for a church, this is it! A loving…read morefamily, sound teaching, and a place where you can grow closer to Christ.