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WELCOME TO JOY CHURCH!

Joy Church is a place where you can explore faith, ask questions, and find hope in Jesus.

We can't wait to see you this Sunday!

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WHAT TO EXPECT ON SUNDAY

A typical service at Joy Church lasts one hour and will have a time of singing (we call it worship) and a relevant message based on a Biblical text or idea.

We focus on Jesus and teach messages that can be put into practice right away.

Come a little early for a hot cup of coffee and fresh local donuts! You'll love it!

YOUR CHILD IS CARED FOR

We have safe and fun environments for kids ages 0-5th grade! In our Joy Kids classes, kids explore their relationship with Jesus and others through games, songs, and Bible stories.

The 10am service fills up quickly and kids classes are closed when they reach capacity, so we encourage families to check out our 8:15am and 11:45am services too!

JOY KIDS

YOUR CHILD IS CARED FOR

We have safe and fun environments for kids ages 0-5th grade! In our Joy Kids classes, kids explore their relationship with Jesus and others through games, songs, and Bible stories.

The middle service fills up quickly and kids classes are closed when they reach capacity, so we encourage families to check out our first and last services too!

JOY KIDS

FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AT JOY

Check out our info page for all that's currently happening at Joy Church!

You'll find upcoming events and ways you can take your next step with Jesus.

UPCOMING

GET CONNECTED IN COMMUNITY

When we come together in community, we grow together in Christ!

Joy Groups are smaller gatherings centered around authentic relationship, and result in real life change and growth.

Check the groups out below and simply request to join! You'll hear back from the group leader with more details.

JOY GROUPS

GET CONNECTED IN COMMUNITY

When we come together in community, we grow together in Christ!

Joy Groups are smaller gatherings centered around authentic relationship, and result in real life change and growth.

Check the groups out below and simply request to join! You'll hear back from the group leader with more details.

JOY GROUPS

A MESSAGE FROM PASTOR JAKE

Hey there! Pastor Jake here. Just want to say thanks for visiting our site. I'd love to see you THIS SUNDAY at Joy Church. Every Sunday at Joy Church there's an encouraging message, great music, and specific content for every age group of kids. Please use the form on this page to let us know you're connecting with Joy Church so we can follow up and say hi! Have a wonderful day, and we can't wait to see you this Sunday!

- Pastor Jacob Schmelzer

WHO WE ARE

OUR STORY

Joy Church Eugene was born on March 13th, 2016 in Pastor Jake and Bethany's living room. Twenty-nine adventurous souls sought God's heart for a new church in the city of Eugene on that first night. Since then, Joy Church has welcomed hundreds of new friends to the party as we set our hearts to love God, love people, and make disciples! We've met in a living room, a community center, a movie theater, and now our new building! Joy isn't just our name--it's who we are. And there's always room for one more!

THIS IS JOY

OUR PASTORS

Jacob and Bethany love Jesus, love each other, love their kids, and love their friends. They're excited to lead a wonderful church in fulfilling God's plan for the city of Eugene!

OUR TEAM

We call it The Dream Team, and it really is! The Dream Team is our team of incredible volunteers who make Joy Church happen week in and out. Here at Joy Church, we believe God has given each person unique gifts in order to serve the body of Christ, and to show his love to the world. We believe this so much that we designed Next Track: a program made specifically to help you find your gifts and discover how you can use them at Joy Church and in the world!

STAFF

Jake Schmelzer

Lead Pastor

Pastor Jake and his wife Bethany are our lead pastors and are passionate about seeing our community, and those across the world, experience the joy of knowing Christ!

Bethany Schmelzer

Lead Pastor

Pastor Bethany leads our Dream Team--our incredible team of volunteers! She has a heart to connect people with their purpose and brings joy and a good chuckle wherever she goes!

Mark Harpham

Associate Pastor

Mark Harpham is our associate pastor and administrative guru. With a heart for connecting people, and a passion for details, Mark's excellence and cheer are seen in all he does.

Rebecca West

Children's Pastor

Becca and Nathaniel West are our wonderful Kids pastors. Weaving fun and interactive classes with the truth of the gospel, Joy Kids is a place where their heart to see children come to know Christ shines brightly.

Judah Banke

Worship Pastor

Judah & Melody Banke are our worship pastors. Their desire to paint a clear picture of God and connect people with His presence drives them to lead a passionate and worshipful congregation.

Cyle Dale

Youth Pastor

Cyle and his wife Kayla are our amazing youth pastors behind Joy Students. Their heart for connecting young people with Jesus in a fun, welcoming environment is reflected in the wonderful atmosphere that is Joy Students.

Kayla Dale

Youth Pastor & Guest Experience

Kayla pours her heart into loving others and building the church. She leads the Guest Experience teams to serve with joy and excellence, and pastors Joy Students with a deep well of wisdom.

Nikki Dasso

Young Adults Pastor & Communications Director

Nikki Dasso is our young adults pastor, and is passionate to see people know God and truly walk with Him. She loves connecting people of all ages and stages with one another and with the Lord.

Mattie DiMercurio

Assistant Children's Pastor

Mattie has a passion to introduce kids to a personal relationship with Jesus. She's full of faith, joy and wisdom as she leads and assists in all things Kids Ministry. Mattie also leads in Joy Students and Young Adults ministry through teaching, discipleship and worship.

Do you have any questions about Joy Church? We want to hear from you!

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