Join us in practicing the way of Jesus
At Vineyard Gilbert, we believe the invitation of the Christian life is to be an apprentice (disciple) of Jesus: growing in the character and competency of Christ. We believe this spiritual formation is something that happens in community as we intentionally develop sustainable rhythms, both individually and corporately. Things like prayer, silence, solitude, simplicity, and fasting are ways we can submit to the character of Christ being formed in us through the power of the Spirit. Throughout the year we'll be offering different opportunities to grow in different practices.
Our Current Focus
Community
August 2025
Community
Despite the unprecedented connectivity of the modern era, genuine community is vanishing. Isolation, transience, and superficiality can sabotage our formation into people of mature love. But through Jesus, we enter a new kind of family that offers intimacy, joy, healing, and commitment.
Practice With Others
Practicing the Way of Jesus is something that we do with others, not alone. Transformation does not come through information alone, but through imitation - walking it out together, and learning from one another. Join us on Sunday evenings at 5 pm - 7:15 pm (at someone's home) as we go on this journey of the Community Practice together.
Companion Guide
This companion guide is an important tool for this journey. You can download it here, or when you register, select that you would like a printed version on the first day of class.
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Recommended Reading
Our companion book for the Community Practice is Made to Belong by David Kim. David Kim is a pastor, author, and speaker passionate about Jesus and all things discipleship, formation, and community.
*If you would like a copy of the book but are unable to afford one, contact Joel.
*If you would like a copy of the book but are unable to afford one, contact Joel.