Renew’s story

started in 5th grade

for Pastor Wilson

♕

In 5th grade, when other kids were dreaming about becoming an astronaut, firefighter or teacher, I thought, one day I want to start a church and I'll have a sign that says: "for imperfect people only." That sign sits at the front door of Renew Church OC and comforts everyone who walks in as well as myself. It reminds me every Sunday that I get to be flawed, raw, silly and me.

We are a church for imperfect people only.

As the 20 years passed, I had the privilege of working for several churches and volunteered with Cru, homeless shelters, foster group homes and lead a bible study at a prison. In all of these moments, I felt God color and share the church that He was calling me to launch.

Renew continues to walk towards it’s vision and core values - we are becoming beautifully multicultural - our church is heavily invested in a foster summer camp and mentoring program - we love His Word and preach the Bible clearly - we are willing to talk about the hard stuff and tackle it together

The start of the story was just me and Jesus, but the rest of it is about a people that has loved, served and birthed this community.

I’m praying you would help write Renew’s story with us.