Christian Worship Center

CWC Ministries

We believe that every member should serve in the ministry of our church.  Scroll through the ministry opportunities to involve yourself and serve.  More ministries are always opening up.  Have an idea for a new ministry?  Let us know!

You were designed by God to be a part of a church family.  And that's exactly what CWC is intented to be - your family!  And now we want to share with you who we are and where we're going through this new Life Development Process called C.L.A.S.S. (Christian Life And Service Seminars).  These courses will encourage, inspire, and provide you with tools for your continued spiritual growth and maturity.  Join us!

CLASS 101 - "Discovering Church Membership"

CLASS 101, the basic introduction to our church family, is designed to clearly explain who and what our church is.  The four session course covers:  Our Salvation, Our Statement, Our Strategy, and our Structure.  This is a great opportunity to hear our pastors share about the vision of Christian Worship Center and get to know others.

CLASS 201 - "Discovering Spiritual Maturity"

This second course, CLASS 201, focuses on the four basic habits every Christian needs in order to grow to spiritual maturity:  Time in God's Word, Prayer, Tithing, and Fellowship.

CLASS 301 - "Discovering My SHAPE for Ministry"

God didn't design ministry for just the chosen few.  Here at CWC we believe that every member of our church is a minister.  This is what CLASS 301 is all about.  Through the SHAPE process, you'll learn how God can use your Spiritual Gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences to minister to others in need.

CLASS 401 - "Discovering My Life's Mission"

Learn to develop and share your spiritual story.  And then begin to conversationally share your faith with your family, friends, and co-workers.  Discover how you can become part of God's work in the world.

2 or More is a family of small groups that are designed to educate, motivate, and encourage everyone for the purpose of serving God. These groups are based off of Acts 20:20 in which the believers of Christ would gather at homes for fellowship, prayer, and breaking of bread. God never designed you to live your life alone.  By joining a 2 or More small group you will grow in relationship with God and with other believers.  You can finally be a part of a church that no matter what happens to you, there is someone who will care enough about you to help keep you going for God, growing in grace, and being disciplined in every good work.

Small groups meet during the week in several different locations in and around Visalia.  Contact CWC to find out the closest one in your neighborhood and get connected today!

AllSTARS Ministry is to supplement the family in reaching kids and helping them become fully devoted followers of Christ.

AllSTARS has strategically developed specific ministry values that reflect the ministry mission.

AllSTARS determined that our ministry mission will most likely be accomplished when biblical truths are taught in a child-targeted, relevant, and creative way in a Large Group setting and that participation in a loving, biblical, Small Group community is where life change happens best.  For additional information regarding AllSTARS, contact Linda at (559) 759-8412 or email her at allstars@cwcvisalia.org.

Apostolic School of Theology (AST) provides a rigorous and challenging education that includes practical training and real-world applications.  You'll learn from highly trained faculty members who are seasoned professionals in their fields with knowlege of relevant, leading-edge skills.  Small, highly interactive online classes allow you to receive individualized attention as well as develop a rapport and spiritual relationship that's nearly impossible to achieve in larger school settings.  Our convenient, available 24/7, onlineclasses are suitable for working professionals who need a flexible schedule so you can earn a fully accredited education without going miles away from your job and family.

As an extension of Patten University, which is a fully accredited, private Christian university that has offered a quality higher education for more than 60 years, students of Apostolic School of Theology can earn accredited certificates and degrees.  AST offers a Bible/Ministry Certificate, an Associate of Arts degree in Church Ministry, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Church Leadership, with a choice of concentration in administrative leadership or worship leadership.

For more information, call CWC offices at (559) 731-0750 or visit www.goAST.org.

Aaron's Army is our church "Men's Fellowship" group.  This ministry meets regularly for Christian fellowship, accountability, support, and good ol' fun!  Gentlemen, join in for fishing, bowling, BBQ's, and other fun stuff!  For additional information about involvement in Aaron's Army, please contact CWC.

God's Leading Ladies is the fellowship group for the ladies of our church.  This group meets regularly for prayer, encouragement, tender-loving care, sharing, and fun.  In God's Leading Ladies you never have to feel or be alone again.  Here you can expect to find a place to belong - a place to love and be loved.  For more information about GLL, contact Linda at (559) 759-8412 or call the CWC office.

CIA (Christians In Action) is our church's Jr. High and High School student's ministry that serves students grades 7-12.

CIA exists to CONNECT students to God and His church. We are here to help students GROW in their faith.  Our goal is to equip students to SERVE in the ministry.  As students are equipped to serve, we encourage all to SHARE their faith.  A life-long lifestyle of WORSHIP is what we expect to see from a student who gets involved in CIA.

God changes lives and we know it.  All we have to do is connect ourselves to Him as our source and we can accomplish anything.  "Love God, hate sin." - PSALM 150 

For more information or to get involved with CIA, email Pastor Edward at eflores@cwcvisalia.org or contact CWC directly.

Please visit the CIA MySpace page!

Body & Soul fitness ministry is a time where we gather together to share our lives with each other and learn to honor God with our bodies.  For those looking to lose weight, get in shape, learn to "eat clean", and take their physical lives back, give Body & Soul a try!  Bring a towel, some water, and a willing-to-change mindset.  We share praise reports, prayer requests, and at the same time, take our fitness journeys together.  There is a place for those who are at the beginning in their fitness journeys as well as the advanced.  Come out and join us!

We meet at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evenings.  For more information on Body & Soul, please contact CWC at cwc@cwcvisalia.org.

"The men of Issachar... had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do."  1 Chronicles 12:32

You are invited to join us in a unique training opportunity.  Enroll now to reserve your place at Issachar Institute.  The Issachar Institute is equipping individuals with an understanding of God's times and how each one of us must walk in His perfect timing to enjoy ultimate victory and the favor of God in our lives.

Acts 17:24-26 says, "... He has predetermined our times and places... "  With the changing world around us, we must develop the skills of the tribe of Issachar so that we will "know what the Church must do."

The Issachar Institute will expand your horizons as well as lengthen the breadth of knowledge and depth of wisdom so that you can rightly discern the strategies of God for today.

Divine Praise Dance Ministry is a team of worshippers of Jesus Christ that come together to express their adoration through dance.  Together with correographed dance routines and music, Divine Praise ministers regularly during CWC celebration services, other churches, retreats, and other opportunities. 

If you love to dance and desire to minister in a team setting to worship the Lord together, perhaps the dance ministry is for you!  For additonal information about Divine Praise, contact Delia by email.