Events

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

If you are interested in learning more about the Bible, where it came from, and how to better read and understand it, this class is for you! Join Outreach Pastor Jon Vance on Sunday mornings, October 30-December 4 at 11:00a in Room 111/112.

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Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

Can you believe it? It’s almost here—Christmas is right around the corner! 

There is so much joy surrounding this season, but there can also be a lot of chaos! There are decorations to put up, parties to throw, and presents to purchase. It’s so easy to let the entire month of December fly past us and totally forget why we celebrate Christmas. That’s why Venture's Next Gen Team is hosting “Dough Holy Night”.  

This is a fun and interactive experience designed for your family to do at home anytime from December 12th-17th. Together you’ll bake a batch of Christmas cookies and, along the way, hear the story of the very first Christmas. Best of all, there are different resources for each age group (birth-elementary, 7th-12th grade) that will walk your family step-by-step through the experience. It’s so simple! 

Even though this is an at-home experience, we want to share it as a community! So be sure to join our Venture Kids Parents and Venture Students Parent Facebook groups to post pictures of your kids in action in the comments. And don’t forget that Jesus is a gift worth sharing, so if you feel comfortable, invite your "one" and their family to experience this amazing story with you!

For those in the Children's Ministry, look under the Christmas tree by Children's Check-In starting December 6th, grab your cookie plate package that includes a recipe card, invites, and your Family Discussion Guide to start planning your "Dough Holy Night" experience! For those in the Student Ministry, stop by the Parent Resource Wall next to the Student Center, scan our QR code, and save the discussion guide and cookie recipe! There will also be physical copies available in the Student Center.

Venture Kids Parent Facebook Page

Venture Students Parent Facebook Page

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

More info to come!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us in worship during our three special services this holiday season.  We will offer three Christmas Eve services, including nursery care for children ages 24 months and under. These services will be on December 23 at 6:00 p.m. and December 24 at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.

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Join us in worship during our three special services this holiday season.  We will offer three Christmas Eve services, including nursery care for children ages 24 months and under. These services will be on December 23 at 6:00 p.m. and December 24 at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.

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On December 25, your family is invited to attend a unique Christmas morning service in the Student Center at 10:00 a.m. There is no children's programming on Christmas.

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

On January 1, your family is invited to attend a unique Christmas morning service at 10:00 a.m. Full children's programming, including pajamas and pop-tarts morning for elementary students, is available

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Soon, it will be a brand new year, and after the flurry and hurry of the holidays, we want to help you have time to reset and set your goals for your family in 2023! Join us this January for our Parenting Game Plan elective where we will discuss parenting strategies for instilling faith values, living a Christian lifestyle in today's culture, and creating a rich home environment. Each week there will be group discussion and family action steps that help you connect with your children, and you'll get to hear from seasoned parents.

Register Here

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Soon, it will be a brand new year, and after the flurry and hurry of the holidays, we want to help you have time to reset and set your goals for your family in 2023! Join us this January for our Parenting Game Plan elective where we will discuss parenting strategies for instilling faith values, living a Christian lifestyle in today's culture, and creating a rich home environment. Each week there will be group discussion and family action steps that help you connect with your children, and you'll get to hear from seasoned parents.

Register Here

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Soon, it will be a brand new year, and after the flurry and hurry of the holidays, we want to help you have time to reset and set your goals for your family in 2023! Join us this January for our Parenting Game Plan elective where we will discuss parenting strategies for instilling faith values, living a Christian lifestyle in today's culture, and creating a rich home environment. Each week there will be group discussion and family action steps that help you connect with your children, and you'll get to hear from seasoned parents.

Register Here

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Venture Students is excited to announce our Winter Retreat for 7th-12th grade students at Camp Allendale in January 2023! We are partnering with East 91st Street Christian Church to provide an amazing weekend experience for our students and their friends! The weekend will be full of games and activities, worship, and encouragement! Did we mention... there will be registration giveaways?! The First 5 people to register get their drink of choice for the road trip, the first 15 get to choose their bunk first, and the first 25 people to register get entered into our Nintendo Switch giveaway! Registration begins on November 6 at 8am!

Register early and save:
Early Bird Registration ($80, November 6-12)
Regular Price Registration ($90, November 13-26)
Late Price Registration ($100, November 27-January 12)

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Venture Students is excited to announce our Winter Retreat for 7th-12th grade students at Camp Allendale in January 2023! We are partnering with East 91st Street Christian Church to provide an amazing weekend experience for our students and their friends! The weekend will be full of games and activities, worship, and encouragement! Did we mention... there will be registration giveaways?! The First 5 people to register get their drink of choice for the road trip, the first 15 get to choose their bunk first, and the first 25 people to register get entered into our Nintendo Switch giveaway! Registration begins on November 6 at 8am!

Register early and save:
Early Bird Registration ($80, November 6-12)
Regular Price Registration ($90, November 13-26)
Late Price Registration ($100, November 27-January 12)

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Registration for this event opens on December 1.

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Registration for this event opens on December 1.

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 Room! 

For more information on the Bread of Life Food Pantry, click below.

Bread of Life Information

Join us for Zumba in the 1:4 room!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

MIX is a fun, high energy, four-day summer event specifically designed for students in seventh and eighth grade. It is intentionally crafted to engage middle school students through tactile, interactive and fun activities coupled with Bible-based teaching and small group interaction.

Watch the video below to hear CIY's explanation of MIX! 
(Please note that Venture takes incoming 7th and 8th graders to MIX.)

Who: 7th-8th Graders // 2023-2024 school year
When: June 5-9, 2023
Location: Country Lake Christian Retreat - Underwood, IN
Transportation: School Bus

MIX FAQs

What should I pack?

Use this list to help you pack!
Students should also pack a nice outfit for dress up night on Thursday. Please note: this is a tradition for our students, not all of MIX will be dressed up.

How much money should I bring?

You won't need to pay for anything while we are at MIX unless you choose to purchase merch from the CIY store!

Who will I room with?

We will assign students their room when we arrive to our dorm location. Students may request to room with specific people on the registration form. If you are concerned about who your student will room with, please contact our Student Pastor, Jake Smith at

Will I have access to my phone?

We strongly encourage students to leave their phones at home for a week of no distractions, however, we do realize students may feel more comfortable bringing their phone. Parents, this one is your call. If your student's experience will be impacted based on whether or not they have their phone, please make the decision that is best for your student.

What should I do with my medications?

All over the counter meds and prescriptions need to be turned in at the time of event check in. Students will not be allowed to keep their own medications. All medications will be recorded at check in for our leaders to refer to throughout the week. Medications will then be placed in a clear plastic tote. Please make sure medications are clearly marked and directions are provided on the container. We will not have a registered nurse with us, so please make this as easy as possible for our leaders to administer!

What will we do on our free day?

Our group will be going to play putt putt golf and then we'll have ice cream!

Should I bring a scooter?

We will not be taking scooters to our MIX location this year.

Is there an app I can download with all the information for the week?

Yes there is! Use the link below to download the CIY MIX app.

Download MIX App IOSDownload Mix App Android

What is our traveling schedule?

Monday, June 5

10:30a | Students begin arriving at the Student Center

11:30a | Pack the bus & depart
*Students should pack a lunch to bring on this day.

 2:30p | Arrive and unload

Friday, June 9

 8:00a | Load up

 8:30a | Head home

 11:30a | Arrive at church

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

MIX is a fun, high energy, four-day summer event specifically designed for students in seventh and eighth grade. It is intentionally crafted to engage middle school students through tactile, interactive and fun activities coupled with Bible-based teaching and small group interaction.

Watch the video below to hear CIY's explanation of MIX! 
(Please note that Venture takes incoming 7th and 8th graders to MIX.)

Who: 7th-8th Graders // 2023-2024 school year
When: June 5-9, 2023
Location: Country Lake Christian Retreat - Underwood, IN
Transportation: School Bus

MIX FAQs

What should I pack?

Use this list to help you pack!
Students should also pack a nice outfit for dress up night on Thursday. Please note: this is a tradition for our students, not all of MIX will be dressed up.

How much money should I bring?

You won't need to pay for anything while we are at MIX unless you choose to purchase merch from the CIY store!

Who will I room with?

We will assign students their room when we arrive to our dorm location. Students may request to room with specific people on the registration form. If you are concerned about who your student will room with, please contact our Student Pastor, Jake Smith at

Will I have access to my phone?

We strongly encourage students to leave their phones at home for a week of no distractions, however, we do realize students may feel more comfortable bringing their phone. Parents, this one is your call. If your student's experience will be impacted based on whether or not they have their phone, please make the decision that is best for your student.

What should I do with my medications?

All over the counter meds and prescriptions need to be turned in at the time of event check in. Students will not be allowed to keep their own medications. All medications will be recorded at check in for our leaders to refer to throughout the week. Medications will then be placed in a clear plastic tote. Please make sure medications are clearly marked and directions are provided on the container. We will not have a registered nurse with us, so please make this as easy as possible for our leaders to administer!

What will we do on our free day?

Our group will be going to play putt putt golf and then we'll have ice cream!

Should I bring a scooter?

We will not be taking scooters to our MIX location this year.

Is there an app I can download with all the information for the week?

Yes there is! Use the link below to download the CIY MIX app.

Download MIX App IOSDownload Mix App Android

What is our traveling schedule?

Monday, June 5

10:30a | Students begin arriving at the Student Center

11:30a | Pack the bus & depart
*Students should pack a lunch to bring on this day.

 2:30p | Arrive and unload

Friday, June 9

 8:00a | Load up

 8:30a | Head home

 11:30a | Arrive at church

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

MIX is a fun, high energy, four-day summer event specifically designed for students in seventh and eighth grade. It is intentionally crafted to engage middle school students through tactile, interactive and fun activities coupled with Bible-based teaching and small group interaction.

Watch the video below to hear CIY's explanation of MIX! 
(Please note that Venture takes incoming 7th and 8th graders to MIX.)

Who: 7th-8th Graders // 2023-2024 school year
When: June 5-9, 2023
Location: Country Lake Christian Retreat - Underwood, IN
Transportation: School Bus

MIX FAQs

What should I pack?

Use this list to help you pack!
Students should also pack a nice outfit for dress up night on Thursday. Please note: this is a tradition for our students, not all of MIX will be dressed up.

How much money should I bring?

You won't need to pay for anything while we are at MIX unless you choose to purchase merch from the CIY store!

Who will I room with?

We will assign students their room when we arrive to our dorm location. Students may request to room with specific people on the registration form. If you are concerned about who your student will room with, please contact our Student Pastor, Jake Smith at

Will I have access to my phone?

We strongly encourage students to leave their phones at home for a week of no distractions, however, we do realize students may feel more comfortable bringing their phone. Parents, this one is your call. If your student's experience will be impacted based on whether or not they have their phone, please make the decision that is best for your student.

What should I do with my medications?

All over the counter meds and prescriptions need to be turned in at the time of event check in. Students will not be allowed to keep their own medications. All medications will be recorded at check in for our leaders to refer to throughout the week. Medications will then be placed in a clear plastic tote. Please make sure medications are clearly marked and directions are provided on the container. We will not have a registered nurse with us, so please make this as easy as possible for our leaders to administer!

What will we do on our free day?

Our group will be going to play putt putt golf and then we'll have ice cream!

Should I bring a scooter?

We will not be taking scooters to our MIX location this year.

Is there an app I can download with all the information for the week?

Yes there is! Use the link below to download the CIY MIX app.

Download MIX App IOSDownload Mix App Android

What is our traveling schedule?

Monday, June 5

10:30a | Students begin arriving at the Student Center

11:30a | Pack the bus & depart
*Students should pack a lunch to bring on this day.

 2:30p | Arrive and unload

Friday, June 9

 8:00a | Load up

 8:30a | Head home

 11:30a | Arrive at church

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

MIX is a fun, high energy, four-day summer event specifically designed for students in seventh and eighth grade. It is intentionally crafted to engage middle school students through tactile, interactive and fun activities coupled with Bible-based teaching and small group interaction.

Watch the video below to hear CIY's explanation of MIX! 
(Please note that Venture takes incoming 7th and 8th graders to MIX.)

Who: 7th-8th Graders // 2023-2024 school year
When: June 5-9, 2023
Location: Country Lake Christian Retreat - Underwood, IN
Transportation: School Bus

MIX FAQs

What should I pack?

Use this list to help you pack!
Students should also pack a nice outfit for dress up night on Thursday. Please note: this is a tradition for our students, not all of MIX will be dressed up.

How much money should I bring?

You won't need to pay for anything while we are at MIX unless you choose to purchase merch from the CIY store!

Who will I room with?

We will assign students their room when we arrive to our dorm location. Students may request to room with specific people on the registration form. If you are concerned about who your student will room with, please contact our Student Pastor, Jake Smith at

Will I have access to my phone?

We strongly encourage students to leave their phones at home for a week of no distractions, however, we do realize students may feel more comfortable bringing their phone. Parents, this one is your call. If your student's experience will be impacted based on whether or not they have their phone, please make the decision that is best for your student.

What should I do with my medications?

All over the counter meds and prescriptions need to be turned in at the time of event check in. Students will not be allowed to keep their own medications. All medications will be recorded at check in for our leaders to refer to throughout the week. Medications will then be placed in a clear plastic tote. Please make sure medications are clearly marked and directions are provided on the container. We will not have a registered nurse with us, so please make this as easy as possible for our leaders to administer!

What will we do on our free day?

Our group will be going to play putt putt golf and then we'll have ice cream!

Should I bring a scooter?

We will not be taking scooters to our MIX location this year.

Is there an app I can download with all the information for the week?

Yes there is! Use the link below to download the CIY MIX app.

Download MIX App IOSDownload Mix App Android

What is our traveling schedule?

Monday, June 5

10:30a | Students begin arriving at the Student Center

11:30a | Pack the bus & depart
*Students should pack a lunch to bring on this day.

 2:30p | Arrive and unload

Friday, June 9

 8:00a | Load up

 8:30a | Head home

 11:30a | Arrive at church

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

MIX is a fun, high energy, four-day summer event specifically designed for students in seventh and eighth grade. It is intentionally crafted to engage middle school students through tactile, interactive and fun activities coupled with Bible-based teaching and small group interaction.

Watch the video below to hear CIY's explanation of MIX! 
(Please note that Venture takes incoming 7th and 8th graders to MIX.)

Who: 7th-8th Graders // 2023-2024 school year
When: June 5-9, 2023
Location: Country Lake Christian Retreat - Underwood, IN
Transportation: School Bus

MIX FAQs

What should I pack?

Use this list to help you pack!
Students should also pack a nice outfit for dress up night on Thursday. Please note: this is a tradition for our students, not all of MIX will be dressed up.

How much money should I bring?

You won't need to pay for anything while we are at MIX unless you choose to purchase merch from the CIY store!

Who will I room with?

We will assign students their room when we arrive to our dorm location. Students may request to room with specific people on the registration form. If you are concerned about who your student will room with, please contact our Student Pastor, Jake Smith at

Will I have access to my phone?

We strongly encourage students to leave their phones at home for a week of no distractions, however, we do realize students may feel more comfortable bringing their phone. Parents, this one is your call. If your student's experience will be impacted based on whether or not they have their phone, please make the decision that is best for your student.

What should I do with my medications?

All over the counter meds and prescriptions need to be turned in at the time of event check in. Students will not be allowed to keep their own medications. All medications will be recorded at check in for our leaders to refer to throughout the week. Medications will then be placed in a clear plastic tote. Please make sure medications are clearly marked and directions are provided on the container. We will not have a registered nurse with us, so please make this as easy as possible for our leaders to administer!

What will we do on our free day?

Our group will be going to play putt putt golf and then we'll have ice cream!

Should I bring a scooter?

We will not be taking scooters to our MIX location this year.

Is there an app I can download with all the information for the week?

Yes there is! Use the link below to download the CIY MIX app.

Download MIX App IOSDownload Mix App Android

What is our traveling schedule?

Monday, June 5

10:30a | Students begin arriving at the Student Center

11:30a | Pack the bus & depart
*Students should pack a lunch to bring on this day.

 2:30p | Arrive and unload

Friday, June 9

 8:00a | Load up

 8:30a | Head home

 11:30a | Arrive at church

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

Registration is now open for our Honduras 2023 Summer Mission Trip! This trip is open to all current 8^th - 12^th graders. 

If you are ready to commit to attending the mission trip next summer, use the link below to secure your spot! Simply fill out the form & pay the $50 deposit... then you're registered! The $50 registration fee will go toward the total cost of your trip.

If you weren't able to attend our informational meeting at the end of September, check out our Honduras Mission Trip Information Packet. It has answers to all the questions you might have about the trip. If it doesn't - feel free to email our Student Pastor Jake Smith at

Register here!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

Registration for this event opens on January 1.

God is using high school students to change the world, and Venture Students, this means you! Every summer at MOVE, students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group study and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together – they spend quality time with their church youth groups, discovering ways that God will use them to impact the world.

Watch this video to hear CIY's explanation of MOVE!

WHO: 9th - Graduates
WHERE: Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL
WHEN: July 10-15, 2022
Check-in, drop off, and pick up location: Venture Christian Church Door #2
Lodging: Wheaton College Campus Housing
Transportation: Bus
Cost: $500
Registration Deposit: $65 (non-refundable + due by February 20)
Remaining balance: $435 due by May 21

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!

For those newer to Venture... maybe you've joined us for worship a few times but are wondering, "Now what?" We're glad you asked! You're invited to our Meet & Greet on the second Sunday of the month in the Children's Wing! We'll meet right after second service in the Mountain Area. This will be a very casual way for you to meet Venture staff, families, and elders. We'd love for you to bring your kiddos, and we'll have refreshments available, too. We will finish up around 1p, but no worries if you need to leave early.

RSVP Here!