Our Kid’s Ministry is here to welcome your kids during our Sunday services as well as our KidVenture and Activate Wednesday evening programs. Whichever your child comes to, you can trust that they are developing their faith, having fun, and building Christ-centered friendships!
Our Nursery program is aimed to create a positive church experience that introduces kids to the love of Jesus early on. We understand the first years of life lay the foundation for growth and development which is why we provide fun and safe environments for children to learn and grow. Our leaders are trained to care for the little ones you have entrusted to us.
In our class for three to five year olds, your child will learn about God through a curriculum tailored to their age. They will learn what it means to worship God through fun, Christ-centered songs. They will learn about the amazing stories in the Bible in a fun and interactive way. They will bring the stories to life through art crafts. Last but not least, they will learn what it means to love their neighborhood through group activities and learning opportunities during the class. We believe that children are never too young to learn about God and that through God’s grace anything is possible
Our elementary children’s ministry is designed to provide a biblical foundation for children to learn and grow into a deep relationship with God. Each service is filled with age-appropriate worship and bible lessons that teach your kids the Word of God. We connect with your kids and partner with you to guide their child toward God. Our goal is to raise up the next generation of believers who will honor and glorify the Lord.
Join us for a fun, faith-filled evening each week! Kids will explore the Bible, play games, worship through music, and build lasting friendships. Our goal is to help kids grow in their faith and discover the joy of following Jesus..
We believe that church should be a place where every child feels welcomed, loved, and secure.
Our Special Needs program is designed for children ages 4 through 18 and meets every Sunday at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Room 108. Your child will experience a unique and loving environment created for children with special needs. This includes: a time of worship, prayer, lesson, craft time and free time. Qualified volunteers will care for your son or daughter while you enjoy a weekend service.
At NW Youth Group your student will discover a vibrant community where they can find acceptance and, most importantly, encounter Jesus. Our ministry is specifically designed for junior high and high school students, focusing on building meaningful relationships and understanding what it means to live as a believer alongside other believers.
Every Wednesday, we host a fun-filled night packed with activities, games, worship, and a relevant message aimed at guiding your student in their daily life. Our program encourages personal growth and strengthens their faith.
NW Youth Group is a place where your student can thrive spiritually and socially. We look forward to welcoming them into our community!
Our Young Adults Ministry meets every Thursday at 7:00 PM, and it’s a place where you don’t have to walk through life alone. Between the pressures of school, work, relationships, and planning for the future, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed — but here you’ll find a community of people your age who get it. Each week we gather to connect, worship, and dive into God’s Word in a way that speaks to everyday life. It’s a space to be yourself, build lasting friendships, laugh, and grow together in faith. Whether you’re new to church or have been around a while, you’re invited to come as you are, bring a friend, and discover what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world.
Our world and families today are in desperate need of having Godly men lead. Our Men’s Ministry is aimed at cultivating the Christ-like characteristics it takes to be this type of man.
We also have a desire to develop a community of men dedicated to building real relationships and spiritual maturity. Our aim is to be men of strong character and integrity who serve and support one another, our families, and even extends out to our community.
We provide women of all ages and backgrounds a place to connect and an environment to be encouraged. Each day we desire to grow deeper together in our daily walk with the Lord. We do this by creating an atmosphere where every woman feels that they have a place they belong no matter their age, season of life or style. We desire to become sisters at heart through encouraging and lifting each other up.
Women’s Book Club
Led By Mickey Mcnally & Cynthia Zimmerman
Students Building
March 3 Through April 7
James: Living A Life Of Genuine Faith
Led By Jessica Lopez
Room 211
February 17 Through April 28
Book Of Mark
Led By Shirley Chavarria
Room 115
January 7 Through April 29
Childcare Available
Rooted Study
Led By Jacki Mckenzie
Room 211
January 14 Through April 29
Childcare Available
Thursdays:
Women of Wisdom
Led By Frances Ribera-Shaw
Students Building
January 8 Through May 28
Sisters In Sanctuary Bible Study
Led By Linda Alstrom
Students Building
If you’re an empty-nester ages 45 & up, we are excited to introduce Encore, a new ministry designed just for you! Encore is all about building meaningful connections with others in the same life stage while fostering spiritual growth and having a lot of fun along the way. From engaging fellowship opportunities to enriching planned trips, Encoré is a place to thrive in this new season of life.
If you’re an empty-nester ages 45 & up, we are excited to introduce Encore, a new ministry designed just for you! Encore is all about building meaningful connections with others in the same life stage while fostering spiritual growth and having a lot of fun along the way. From engaging fellowship opportunities to enriching planned trips, Encoré is a place to thrive in this new season of life.
Our world needs grandparents and senior adults who model godly characteristics, demonstrate virtuous living, and mentor those coming after them in the Christian faith.
Through Prime Timers Ministry, our church is responding to the large and growing group of mature adults within the churches and communities we serve. Within this group can be found “spiritual scholars” who have valuable resources which are vital to the health and growth of our local church ministries. Among these resources are wisdom, experience, traditions, stability, spiritual maturity, and love for their church and church family.
Northwest takes seriously the mandate that Jesus gave His church in Acts 1:8, “You shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem, in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
We are committed to be faithful witnesses in our “Jerusalem,” the city of Fresno, as well as throughout the world. We partner with many local, national, and international missionaries to spread the gospel to everyone on earth.
D.R.Congo, Africa – Fredy Tshibanda
engineeredtomakeadifference.info
Meet human needs and share the gospel through the Grace of God Clinic/hospital and an orphanage.
West African Vocational Schools – Chris and Holly Collins
Guinea Bissau www.wavschools.org
Mission: WAVS is a Christian non-profit ministry that works hand-in-hand with local leaders in Guinea-Bissau, to offer job training and economic development programs while sharing the Good News of the gospel in one of the world’s smallest and poorest countries.
Waleta Indonesia – Ronny Welong
Manado, Indonesia
Mission: Train indigenous leaders throughout Indonesia to pastor and plant churches to reach Indonesia for Christ.
Ethnos 360 – Coleton and Shawna Williams
Papua New Guinea www.ethnos360.org
Mission: Reach the Kuman tribe for Christ by evangelism, discipleship and planting churches.
Youth for Christ, International – Leonard Fernando
Sri Lanka www.yfci.org
Mission: Reach the young people for Christ through various ministries and disciple them
Youth for Christ, Lebanon – Maher El Hajj
Lebanon www.yfclebanon.org
Mission: Reach every young people in Lebanon for the gospel.
Novo – Ryan & Amy
Novo www.novo.org
Mission: Sending creative missionaries to multiple movements of the gospel and mobilize the church for that mission around the world.
Fresno Mission
Fresno fresnomission.org
Mission: Transformation through Community.
Central Fresno Young Life
Fresno younglife.org
Mission: To introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith.
Link Care Foundation – Jennifer Smith
Fresno www.linkcare.org
Mission: To provide a place for restoration and healing for missionaries and pastors that are experiencing emotional difficulties and trauma. We also provide counseling from a Christian perspective for the community and church.
New Creation Ministries – Russell Willingham
Fresno www.ncmfresno.org
Mission: Provide biblical counseling for the sexually broken and addicted, facilitating their healing and restoration to wholeness in Christ, as well as, for broken marriages.
Mission: Sharing Christ’s love to build communities of hope with new Americans.
Rooted provides the opportunity to connect with God, the church community, and your purpose in unexpected life-changing ways.
Beyond a program, seminar, class or small group, Rooted is a catalyst for life-change and connection in your group. Rooted provokes questions and conversations and offers beyond-what is comfortable group experience designed to give you a glimpse of your story in God’s story.
Rooted is an 11-week experience offered 2 times per year (Fall & Spring). The cost is $25/ person. This includes the cost of your materials, the experiences during Rooted, the Celebration Dinner, and childcare if you need it.
As you complete Rooted, you will have the opportunity to stay with your group and become an on-going Rooted Group. This is the best way to get connected to a group. Click the “Join a Group” link below to join the Rooted list!
If you are interested in Lay Biblical Counseling, please click on the link below to complete an intake form. Please answer each question and press submit when your form is complete. Your completed form will be sent directly to our Director, Brent Lindquist. He will review your form within two working days. You will be placed on our waitlist. Your counselor will contact you directly regarding your appointment day and time.
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Call: (559) 492-7656
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