Vineyard Columbus church is a big Christian non-denominational church in the Columbus neighbourhood of Westerville, Ohio. Although big, the church has various small groups that meet during the week and weekends in homes or sometimes at the church. These groups are Bible study groups. Some groups are social groups as well. There is always a way to get connected with others even though the church is big. Attendance declined a little bit after COVID but many people still come to Vineyard Columbus or the other smaller campus locations. The lead Pastor for a long time was Rich Nathan. In 2021, Eric and Julia Pickerill became the lead Pastors but stepped down in winter 2026. Currently, Vineyard Columbus is searching for a new full time main Pastor. I attended Vineyard Columbus when I lived in Columbus during my University/College years. I loved the sermons and the optional small group meetings. Back then, there used to be a young adults group called Joshua House that had various social outings and praise and worship nights. I enjoyed attending a retreat once with Joshua's House which was fun. Church is welcoming/inviting and they offer complimentary tea and coffee in an open gathering area. They also offer free used and new books in this open area. They have Spanish services available too which is nice. Overall, I would recommend Vineyard Columbus for those looking for a new church home. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 63/250 total reviews in 2026 - 904 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 30 April 2026 read more

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This was my third time at this church. I've been before with my parents and my best friend, but this time, came with another friend who had never been. We came to the 11:30 service. It didn't get overly packed. A lot of people came late and even while Rich started preaching. Lol. It's known for being culturally diverse which is cool! I'll bet it's easier to find more of these types of churches in larger cities. Worship is always good. Longer than I'm used to. They sing a good mix of gospel, some older contemporary, and newer contemporary. The singers are so talented! They have such powerful voices! They are so aware of culture that they also sang one part of a song in Spanish. Awesome! The sermon is academic. Rich Nathan used to teach at OSU, so it makes sense that he'll bring in all kinds of knowledge into his sermon. They're long. It may've been an hour long sermon, I think? They speak openly about social issues and are aware of things that the city is failing to do. But they don't say this to point fingers, they say it to show that churches can do more to help the community. They even help out with ESL! They guide you through communion which I think is fantastic! Not sure why some church plants don't do this... they even read the scripture in another language! On Sunday, the guy read it in Farsi! Very cool! It's a nice church! I've never had trouble with parking or anything. There are two lots on either side of the building. There's also a cafe in here that serves food! It always smells good and I would love to try it if I'm ever back here again. A lady greeted us at the door which was nice. They don't have greeters into the sanctuary. I'm so used to it that it was different that they don't do this. But it's only because they have the pamphlets and communion stuff prepacked on a table before you take a seat. read more

Vineyard Columbus - Outside - Churches Near Me - Westerville, Ohio

Through Pastor Charles Montgomery's ministry our family have moved from Tears to Triumph as we listened to his messages of how to access and accept the spiritual plane of truth and higher power in our lives. Forgiving, loving and supporting each other with the spirit of God as our guide. Thank you Vineyard Columbus for this "chosen one"! He truly gave & gives of himself! He has ministered to our entire family with God's love and an exceptional "non-judgmental " spirit . Helping us develop a family plan for success! read more

All these non historic heterodox Churches are shut down. I drive past this "Community Center" every day. Nothing but empty parking lots every Sunday and during the week because they naïvely think they can shepherd a flock over video. It probably for the better... I watched a video "sermon"out of curiosity and there's no real substance preaching of Law and Gospel. Moralistic therapeutic deism. I would suggest finding an Historic church that has the sacraments (aka Confessional Lutheranism LCMS/Wels, Confessional Anglicanism ACNA or even Roman Catholic or Orthodoxy would be better than this church). Places like this are really just halfway houses to complete new age spirituality/gnosticism. read more

There is no place like Vineyard Columbus. I've been to a lot of various churches under different denominations and non have resinated as deeply as VC. Every message hits deeply and my spirit is moved and spurred to holiness. if you're looking for a home church, there is a place for you at Vineyard read more

If you haven't heard about the Vineyard Church of Columbus yet, you will. It currently is the second largest church in the State of Ohio with over 10,000 members and infinitely more visitors. But don't let the size fool you. This isn't any ordinary Church. Pastor John Wimber founded the Vineyard movement out in Ahaheim, California back in the early '70s as a result of the Jesus Movement when hippies were converting to Christ in droves. The Vineyard movement came to Columbus soon thereafter through the leadership of former Ohio State Law School Professor, Rich Nathan. Rich is still the Senior Pastor today. If you're looking for a small fellowship, Vineyard may not be your choice, but don't let the size fool you. Within this mega-Church, you will find a very close-knit group of believers who only want to include you within its loving community. As a matter of fact, the latest building addition is their "Community Center" which incorporates after school programs along with sporting events and all kinds of family services. This is a remarkable outreach ministry which has allowed the Vineyard to open its doors throughout the week to every citizen of Columbus as a safe-haven for recreation and family activities. The Vineyard has something for every walk of life from Single Parent Fair to AA meetings to Golf Leagues. If you can't find something you like, you won't find it anywhere else either. In order to keep the "close-knit" community environment alive, Pastor Rich strongly encourages Church members to get involved in "Home Groups" which meet throughout the week at members' homes. Again, diversity is the key to success. There are Home Groups for everyone from Singles to Parents to Seniors. The most amazing part of the Vineyard movement is that nobody is excluded from participating in this community. Everyone is welcome to worship and celebrate in a very unencumbered environment where people come as they are. The dress is casual. The music is wonderful and the messages are life-changing. If you're seeking a Church that "has-it-all", your best bet is Vineyard Church of Columbus. read more

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Pros: senior pastor Rich Nathan and relevant messages. Such as; welcoming refugees with love. Beautiful building and lots of opportunities for worship at all ages. Cons: sometimes the music isn't the best engaging and flow of service at the end is awkward. read more

Vineyard Columbus - 11:30 am service - Churches Near Me - Westerville, Ohio

I can't believe churches are on Yelp! Tickles me pink :P Guess I'll do a review of my church, Vineyard. I started coming here after a friend invited me around 5 years ago and finally joined a couple years later. It's a large church but the leadership is truly led by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Nathan's sermons are deeply felt and never boring. The side classes that the other pastors offer are also very spiritual and bible based. This is a loving, welcoming church that really strives to spread God's love throughout the city. Stop by for a service one Saturday or Sunday, you won't regret it. P.S. No fancy dress code, just come as you are :) read more

I love the church I belong to. The Holy Spirit is ALIVE and is makes Himself known. It is impossible to pinpoint one specific area that I like best, from the sermons, music, hundreds of volunteer opportunities inside and outside the church, small groups, childcare, men's events, KidsQuest, etc. I really feel connected which is surprising in such a large church. If you make an effort to "belong" and do something good for someone else and put Jesus first, yourself last and others in between, it can bring you JOY! read more

Went to the Sawmill campus last week and immediately felt welcome and comfortable at the facility. This was our first experience with the Vineyard churches. I love that they have smaller campuses so it feels much more cozy and less intimidating then a gigantic church. The service at Sawmill had great music and a powerful message. The only negative I can say is that mass runs a little long. We were there for an hour and 15 minutes before we snuck out while they started individual prayers for people. We will try it again for sure, could have just been a one time thing that mass took so long. Even if an hour and 1/2 mass is the regular, it was still thoroughly enjoyable and we will definitely be back! read more

A culturally diverse and welcoming atmosphere. Although sometimes the worship can be a bit slow depending on the worship band that service, worship is worship and is meant to be our song to God and a celebration of His love for us. If I'm not "feeling" the music, I remind myself why I sing and I am lifted and filled with joy regardless of the band playing (afterall, it's not a concert) Rich Nathan delivers a great message each week which always aligns with the true Word. I love when Charles Montgomery comes to preach as well; he always fires up the congregation! If you're looking for a place to get fed & to learn, this is a great environment and a great church doing lots of.good within out community, out nation, & abroad! read more

Yelp is kind of lacking in listings for services, despite the efforts of some to include reviews of businesses like healthcare providers, home maintenance, banking, and dentists. So when I started looking around for reviews or information about low-cost mental health care, there wasn't much available. I eventually asked some folks over at Rock City if they knew of any low-cost counselors, and they pointed me to the Vineyard. If you haven't been to the Vineyard campus before, it can be quite overwhelming. The counseling center is located at the far end of the main campus, by the entrance to the ministry offices, and tucked into an alcove just to the right of the welcome desk. There are a number of different counseling options offered by the Vineyard; although they are not in-network for Anthem, there is a sliding scale which ranges from $65-130 per session. As this counseling center is associated with the Vineyard Church, it is a Christian-based organization, and the therapy and counseling provided reflect that worldview. For someone who wishes to address the counseling process through a Christian perspective and within a holistic Christian framework, this would be an excellent choice as counselors will integrate spirituality and prayer into the sessions. Although I can appreciate the intent of this approach, it wasn't a good fit for me. read more

Rich Nathan speaks the truth! I enjoy the examples and comparisons he uses to explain his message. He quotes from the Bible and allows us to follow along on the screens above him. I appreciate what they do for the community and the lives they touch each week. read more

The best church I have ever attended! The congregation is so welcoming, the sermons are always relatable, and there are lots of services & programs for not only its members but also the community. The Lord's presence is alive & well here. read more

Vineyard Columbus - 11:30am service, one of two every Sunday. - Churches Near Me - Westerville, Ohio

I visited this church for the Saturday night service on 1/2/16. Pros: Beautiful sanctuary, culturally diverse congregation, friendly and welcoming, wonderful children's ministry, very organized, free-flowing worship setting (lots of hands raised and active participation from the congregation). Cons: worship/music was very "sleepy" for my taste...meaning low energy, original music (not well-known or popular song set), stiff (singing with music stands and stationary mics). The guest preacher seemed a little "off" in his message delivery (the content was fine, but he seemed to struggle with the presentation), and was also very low-energy. The service lasted about an hour and 15 minutes. A good experience in general. read more

I like that this church is focused on being relevant in our current world. As in, they ACTUALLY do real things to help real people in the real world. They have a community center that offers medical and dental services to those in need. During the recession they pooled money to help those who lost their jobs. The list goes on and on. The congregation is culturally diverse, the worship is diverse, and the messages address real topics. Love this place! read more

People here are very welcoming and nonjudgemental. My kids love going here and so do I. I have been in the church for a very long time and this is one of the best I have been to. read more

My friend, who is a devoted Christian, told me about this parish and accompanied me to my first service here. I am catholic and have attended catholic masses my entire life. Going to Vineyard has been a different and interesting experience. I find the format of the service to be unique with the first half devoted to worship music that has the power to provide a visceral condition to anybody thru the music and the lyrics posted on the giant screen. The songs presented do give solid satisfaction, yet featuring music by the popular worship group Hillsong would add more of the visceral feel to the churchgoers. Rich Nathan is the main pastor of Vineyard. He's highly regarded by the people who regularly attend the services and the countless seminars and events the parish has to offer. Joel Osteen has a much wider appeal across the US and around the world for his optimistic messages. If you're an admirer of Joel and no matter how many sermons of Mr. Nathan you may listen to, you're very likely to stick with the famous minister from Houston, Texas as your preference. Yet, Mr. Nathan's messages, despite being very different from Joel's, are stimulating and thought-provoking. His fiery, charismatic delivery encourages anybody to listen with an open heart. Had Mr. Nathan reached pop culture level popularity that would've attracted attention of those not interested in religion, comics such as Jimmy Fallon, Aries Spears, and Frank Caliendo would've done impressions of him. Since he is an alumni of Ohio State, Mr. Nathan gushes about the Buckeyes whenever presented the chance. It's music to the ears of the OSU fans in attendance. But since Vineyard has strong appeal to those who aren't Ohioans and may be alums or current students of other Big 10 schools, who are rivals of Ohio State, listening to Mr. Nathan's grandiose praise of the Buckeyes and criticisms of their schools won't endear them. At times, there are special speakers providing the sermons at the main campus and at the small ones around the Columbus area. They present diverse, yet interesting and insightful topics. This inspires anyone to develop a desire to be a speaker at the parish in the future. But the casual crowd would be more enticed by the sermons if any of them would do a positive message like Joel Osteen is famous for doing. Fascinating segments of the services are the prayer blessings and baptisms. My friend encouraged me to be blessed at my first visit. It was worth it. I was forthright with the volunteer and the blessing I received was like out of this world. I felt the settling was surreal since the auditorium was dark. It was like being in a scene of a Steven Spielberg movie with my friend and the volunteer both strongly encouraging me to surrender to Christ, which I did. Another time, Mr. Nathan did the blessing by pressing on my forehand real hard, forcing me to lean back and shake, evoking a feeling of the Holy Sprit taking over me. After it was over, Mr. Nathan disappeared, quite different from being with a volunteer wherein you can chat with one afterwards. It was like a dream. The baptisms taking place at the pool erected on the altar is a unique site. The video profiling an individual being baptized gives you a visceral feel and is convincing enough to make you want to be baptized as well. Vineyard gives you an opportunity to donate to causes in which you didn't think you would have to chance to do such as the recent donation in helping rebuild a church destroyed in Ferguson, Missouri. I haven't spent time with Mr. Nathan following a service, but I did chat with Andrew at the Lane campus. He seems to be a regular, down-to-earth individual. At this campus, there's a segment wherein you go meet and converse with others for a few minutes. I never was fond of doing this, but one time a young woman went up to me and she and I engaged in a delightful conversation. The auditorium and the building, overall, provide splendid pleasures to churchgoers vying to enjoy themselves in a modern facility that represents a fresh alternative to the traditional, older churches. The bookstore offers an array of interesting and insightful books for children and adults not sold in mainstream stores. The CDs of Mr. Nathan's sermons are a lifesaver for those who missed them the first time or want to listen to them again for better understanding. Having souvenirs such as Vineyard T-shirts, pens, and memo pads would be tremendous keepsakes for both visitors and parish members. The Global Cafe is a satisfactory eatery. The side salad with salmon is unique with the nuts mixed with the greens. The vegan pizza is first rate. A couple of times I've been here, the items were delivered by kids, which was neat. The drawback of this place on Sundays after the 11:30 service there are a lot of people here at this time, which limits seating vacancy. Vineyard is an exceptional place to attend a service. read more

Come as you are atmosphere. Everyone accepted. Vineyard Cafe has the most amazing from scratch food and a place for you to eat and watch the service. Very enjoyable. read more

The people are very welcoming and the teaching is very relatable and things that help you grow in your walk with Christ. There is great child care and also great middle school and high school ministry. Five star church. read more

I came to this church in the summer for the Vineyard National Conference, it was awesome. The volunteers were really nice and helpful.

Vineyard really does live out the Gospel...and not just talk about it. Love the level of participation that is clearly evident when one visits or better yet, joins. Rich Nathan is a truly gifted leader with clear vision and ability to take decisive action. This is the most stimulating, exciting, challenging church I have ever encountered (and I have moved around a bit). I highly recommend! read more