UPCOMING EVENTS

2/28 - Common Grounds

Join us for good coffee and real conversation with other like-minded, like-hearted adults. We’re a group of 30-somethings gathering for fellowship, community, and honest discussion about faith and life. Each  meetup  is  designed  to  be  laid  back  yet  meaningful,  with  open-ended,  engaging  conversations  that  invite  everyone’s  perspective.  

Our  goal  is  to  create  a  safe,  welcoming  space  to  share  testimonies,  ask  questions,  and  build  genuine  friendships  –  all  with  Jesus  at  the  center.  Whether  it’s  your  first  time  or  you’ve  been  here  since  day  one,  you’ll  feel  right  at  home.

SEE  YOU  AT  FLIUD  COFFEE  ROASTERS  –  MICHIGAN  CITY,  IN  (518 Franklin St) @ 9AM CST

3/1 - Donut Sundays!

Hi, Friends!  Journey Student Ministries hosts Donut Sundays in the Fellowship Hall on the first Sunday of every month! 🍩

Next Donut Sunday: March 1st

$2 per donut – cash only, please.

Every donut purchased (and/or donation given) directly supports biblical retreats and mission trips for our youth throughout the year. Your generosity helps fuel the next steps God has planned for our students.

Thank you for supporting JSM and investing in the next generation! 💙

3/1 - Forged Together Marriage Ministry - Interest Meeting

Join us at our interest meeting for Forged Together: Marriage Ministry, the newest ministry here at Journey! Whether you’re dating, preparing for marriage, newly married, or have shared years together and want to grow deeper in community, this is for you. We’re inviting all couples to join us Sunday, March 1st after BOTH services to meet the leaders, ask questions, and discover what God may have for your marriage through this ministry.

Grab a donut from JSM’s Donut Sundays (optional, of course) and meet us in the Fellowship Hall at the table with Forged Together signage!

3/5 - Moms on the Journey

Join us for a warm time of fellowship and connection with other moms. Whether you’re raising little ones, guiding teens, or supporting adult children, this is a space to share, pray, and walk together through every season of motherhood. Kids are welcome! RSVP to let us know how many spaces to save!

 
   Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month!
   9:30am CST
   Whole World of Good Coffee, 711 Lincolnway, LaPorte IN 46350

3/7 - Watchmen Men's Ministry

Join us for the Watchmen Men’s Ministry on Saturday, March 7th from 7am – 9am CST at Journey Church. Watchmen will meet on the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. We’ll gather for breakfast and dive into the Word together.

Watchmen is a brotherhood of men committed to hearing the Word of God and responding in obedience. Rooted in Ezekiel 33:7, we believe we are called to live out God’s truth and speak it faithfully when He leads – growing deeper in our walk with God, leading our families with humility and courage, and serving our communities with Christlike love while standing accountable before God and one another.

For more information, please reach out to Zac Mann at zmann411@gmail.com.

Journey Co-Ed Softball League

If you’re 18 or older and ready to step up to the plate, we’d love to have you join our 2026 Journey Adult Softball league! ⚾️ 

The season kicks off Tuesday, April 21 with games every Tuesday for 12 weeks, followed by a single-elimination tournament. Register by March 8 – if enough players sign up, we hope to form two Journey teams and possibly split into 35+ and under-35 teams.

3/8 - Easter Choir CALL-OUT

Easter is coming, and we’re excited to begin preparing for worship! Interested in worshiping live on Easter Sunday? Meet us in the auditorium after second service on March 8th to learn more, meet the worship team, and jump right into practice.

3/12 - Journeymen Basketball

Calling all men! Join us (feel free to bring your boys 13 years and up) for basketball and friendly competition, or leisure hoops.
Please fill out the form so we can make sure to keep in contact for any cancellations, changes, etc.
See you there!

Location: Grace Baptist Church (2502 Monroe St, La Porte, IN 46350)
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm CST
Who: 13 years of age+ (minors must be accompanied by an adult)

3/13 - Young Adult Group - BOWLING NIGHT

We’re  excited  to  have  you  join  us  for  a  ministry  outpost  specifically  for  young  adults  ages  20 – 30!  This  group  is  a  space  for  real  connection  and  open  conversation,  where  we’ll  dive  into  the  tough  subjects  and  real-life  challenges  young  adults  face  today,  from  relationships  and  faith  to  purpose,  mental  health,  and  more. 

But  it’s  not  all  serious!  We’ll  also  gather  for  fun  activities  and  events,  creating  opportunities  to  build  lasting  friendships  and  simply  enjoy  time  together  in  fellowship.

Click  the  button  below  for  more  information  and  to  sign  up!

3/14 - Common Grounds

Join us for good coffee and real conversation with other like-minded, like-hearted adults. We’re a group of 30-somethings gathering for fellowship, community, and honest discussion about faith and life. Each  meetup  is  designed  to  be  laid  back  yet  meaningful,  with  open-ended,  engaging  conversations  that  invite  everyone’s  perspective.  

SEE  YOU  AT  WHOLE WORLD OF GOOD – LAPORTE, IN  (711 Lincolnway) @ 9AM CST

3/15 - First Step

Every Journey begins with a first step! 
This one hour class will allow you to meet the pastors and to hear about the vision and mission of Journey Church while we get to know you better, too. 
We will meet in the Fellowship Hall after the 10:30am service

Lunch will be provided. Children are welcome to join their parents. If you have any questions please email Regina – nextsteps@journeychurchlaporte.com

3/19 - Moms on the Journey

Join us for a warm time of fellowship and connection with other moms. Whether you’re raising little ones, guiding teens, or supporting adult children, this is a space to share, pray, and walk together through every season of motherhood. Kids are welcome! RSVP to let us know how many spaces to save!

 
   Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month!
   9:30am CST
   Whole World of Good Coffee, 711 Lincolnway, LaPorte IN 46350

3/21 - Ladies Bunco

Ladies 18+, we are excited to have you join us! Unsure of how to play? No worries! We have new players and experienced players teaching one another. Are you ready to play?! Or, feel free to come hang out and watch!

Please RSVP below.

3/26 - Journeymen Basketball

Calling all men! Join us (feel free to bring your boys 13 years and up) for basketball and friendly competition, or leisure hoops.
Please fill out the form so we can make sure to keep in contact for any cancellations, changes, etc.
See you there!

Location: Grace Baptist Church (2502 Monroe St, La Porte, IN 46350)
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm CST
Who: 13 years of age+ (minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Journey Student Ministries
- JSM -

Journey  Student  Ministries  (JSM)  is  for  all  6th – 12th  grade  students  –  no  matter  where  they  are  on  their  faith  journey.  We  believe  worship  should  be  fun  and  engaging!  JSM  gathers  weekly  for  worship,  games,  Bible  study,  and  fellowship. 

Sundays,  Bible Study  –  5-7p  CST  @ Whole  World  of  Good  Coffee  –  711  Lincolnway,  LaPorte  IN  46350

Wednesdays,  Youth Group  –  5-7p  CST  @  Journey Church

If  you  have  any  questions,  please  contact  Kyle  Chezem  for  more  information!

kyle@journeychurchlaporte.com

3/27 - Young Adult Group

We’re  excited  to  have  you  join  us  for  a  ministry  outpost  specifically  for  young  adults  ages  20 – 30!  This  group  is  a  space  for  real  connection  and  open  conversation,  where  we’ll  dive  into  the  tough  subjects  and  real-life  challenges  young  adults  face  today,  from  relationships  and  faith  to  purpose,  mental  health,  and  more. 

But  it’s  not  all  serious!  We’ll  also  gather  for  fun  activities  and  events,  creating  opportunities  to  build  lasting  friendships  and  simply  enjoy  time  together  in  fellowship.

Click  the  button  below  for  more  information  and  to  sign  up!

REGISTER BY 3/27 - JSM Trivia Fundraiser

Get ready for an exciting 18+ evening of trivia, dinner, and fellowship as we enjoy some friendly team competition while supporting JSM’s biggest Biblical Retreat of 2026!

Bake sale treats and silent auction items will be available for purchase, with all proceeds going toward the fundraiser. Put your trivia skills to the test, prizes awarded for 1st-3rd place teams

Reserve your team table or claim a free-agent spot by March 27!

Papa John's Give Back

When you order through Papa John’s, use code JOURNEY25 to receive 25% off your order. AND help fund Journey Church’s annual grocery giveaway!

2026 Extraordinary Women's Event

Ladies!  Join us in Ft. Wayne on April 17–18, 2026 for an unforgettable weekend of worship, encouragement, and connection.  Many Journey women have attended over the past three years, and we’re excited to go again! 

Tickets are discounted through our link until they sell out!  You’re not required to attend both days, but registration includes Friday night worship and the full Saturday conference.

Click the link below to register through our Journey group discount page, and learn more about the event on their website.

If you have questions, please contact Jill Oscarson > 219-707-9429

2/15 - Eggstravaganza Call-Out

Are you ready to jump into planning with Journey Kids Ministry for our Easter community outreach event? Join us in the NAVIGATE room after second service!
Last year, we hosted our first off-site Easter-season event in the community to reach new families and create a welcoming, fun environment for everyone. Attendance has doubled since then, and we’d love your ideas and help as we plan for this spring.
Can’t wait to see how we show up together this Easter!

2/19 - Moms on the Journey Coffee Meetup

Join us for a warm time of fellowship and connection with other moms. Whether you’re raising little ones, guiding teens, or supporting adult children, this is a space to share, pray, and walk together through every season of motherhood. Kids are welcome! RSVP to let us know how many spaces to save! 

   Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month!
   9:30am CST
   Whole World of Good Coffee, 711 Lincolnway, LaPorte IN 46350
 
Our Vision: Moms on the Journey is a safe space for moms and their children of all ages to find Christ-centered community.

ROOTED - Spring 2026

Our ROOTED groups are getting ready to start!

ROOTED is a 10 week experience that provides the opportunity to connect with God and the Journey community. Whether you’ve been a Christian for a long time or new to faith in Christ, ROOTED has the potential to have a bigger impact on your spiritual growth than anything else you do this year.
Runs March 1 – May 20, 2026.

Groups meet in person and will be led by a trained facilitator who will come alongside you throughout the 10 weeks. We will have groups meeting on different nights so please select your preference.

ROOTED is open to those 18+ whom have passed their high school graduation date. 

Register by 2/22/26.

2/15 - Celebrate Recovery Leadership STUDY Call-Out

We’re exploring the possibility of starting Celebrate Recovery (CR) at Journey; a faith-based recovery ministry for anyone navigating life’s hurts, habits, or hang-ups. This can include grief, trauma, shame, codependence, addiction, or simply feeling stuck or broken.

This short informational meeting will share the vision for CR at Journey, include a brief testimony, and invite those who feel a desire – or gentle nudge – to participate in a Men’s or Women’s Step Study, which is required for anyone considering future leadership. 

Sunday, February 15 | 12:00–1:00 PM | Fellowship Hall
Lunch provided

1/31 - Common Grounds

Join us for good coffee and real conversation with other like-minded, like-hearted adults. We’re a group of 30-somethings gathering for fellowship, community, and honest discussion about faith and life. Each  meetup  is  designed  to  be  laid  back  yet  meaningful,  with  open-ended,  engaging  conversations  that  invite  everyone’s  perspective.  

Our  goal  is  to  create  a  safe,  welcoming  space  to  share  testimonies,  ask  questions,  and  build  genuine  friendships  –  all  with  Jesus  at  the  center.  Whether  it’s  your  first  time  or  you’ve  been  here  since  day  one,  you’ll  feel  right  at  home.

SEE  YOU @ 9AM CST

2/15 - Chili Cook-Off Planning Meeting

Join us in the Chapel after second service on February 15 at 11:45am to plan our annual Chili Cook-Off for next month! We would love to hear your ideas and have extra leadership as we continue to grow. Feel free to fill out the form, or simply show up. See you there!

2/13 - Young Adults
- GAME NIGHT

The Young Adult “Game Night” will be hosted on February 13th at 6pm CST in the Navigate Room of Journey Church! The sole focus for this game night is to bring fun, friendship, and a side of competition into our Young Adult community!

Hope to see you all there!

1/18 - Discipleship Pathways

Ready to get plugged in at Journey?
Join us for a two-hour class where you’ll discover our values and beliefs, explore volunteer opportunities, learn about our discipleship process, and find out what it means to become a member at Journey. Best of all, Regina, Matt, and Pastor Nick will be there to share, answer questions, and help you connect in the meaningful ways you’re looking for.

This class is offered once per quarter. Click below to register.

Please contact Regina Smelser at  nextsteps@journeychurchlaporte.com  with any questions. 

Our next class will be on Sunday, January 18th from 4pm – 6pm CST.

1/25 - Baptism Sunday

We’re so excited that you’re ready to take this next step of faith through baptism! Baptism is a beautiful act of obedience that publicly declares your new life in Christ. As Romans 6:4 says, “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”
Please fill out the form below, and someone from our team will be in touch with you soon.
 
Baptisms will take place on Sunday, January 25th after BOTH SERVICES at Journey Church in the FELLOWSHIP HALL. We can’t wait to celebrate this life-changing moment with you!