NextGen | the journey

Our Mission

The Journey exists to help college students find their greatest pleasure and purpose in Jesus.

Gather

Tuesday Night Gathering

Join us for our weekly worship gathering designed especially for college students and young adults! Every week, we have free snacks & coffee at 7:30 pm then worship starts at 8 pm!

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Connect Groups

Better Before Bigger

Connect Groups exist to help college students find biblical community as they build relationships with one another and walk alongside each other in their faith journey. Connect groups meet every Tuesday night immediately after worship on the church campus.

Missions

Reaching the Unreached

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Go on Mission

Cole Rhoades

Journey Pastor

Cole Rhoades began serving as The Journey pastor in January of 2020. College ministry has been his dream job for quite some time, as he is passionate about helping college students grow in their faith, and learning to find their greatest pleasure and purpose in Jesus.
Cole and his wife, Kaitlen, both grew up in Sweetwater, Tx. were highschool sweethearts, and got married in 2014. They have one little girl, Eleanor, who was born in May of 2020. Cole loves spending time with his girls at home, working out, and enjoying a cup of coffee while reading a good book.

Katie Ritchie

Journey Ministry Coordinator

Hometown: Lubbock, Texas
Graduated: From Texas Tech with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development & Family Studies
Dream Job: Working with children
Favorite Part of Job: My favorite part of the job is meeting with students and getting to know them & their unique stories.

Andrea

Journey Ministry Resident

Hometown: Houston, Texas
Studying: Public Relations and Communication Studies!
Dream job: Girls Minister or Biblical Counselor :))
What's your favorite part of the job: I love that I get to meet new people and learn about them!

Jace

Journey Ministry Resident

Hometown: Tuscola (Jim Ned), Texas (Small town outside of Abilene)
Studying: Architecture
Dream Job: CEO of my own Architectural Firm
What's your favorite part about the job?: "My favorite part about this residency is getting to know, serve, and encourage students who come to The Journey in whatever way that might look like!"

Seth

Journey Ministry Resident

Hometown: Pfugerville, TX
Studying: Business Marketing & Management
Dream Job: My dream job has changed quite a bit throughout my life. It started as a policeman, then an NFL player. There was even a small time I considered becoming a sports broadcaster! At this point, I've narrowed in on having a heart to go and do ministry in the business marketplace. I have a true passion for leadership, and my hope is to obtain a leadership position in a business where I can have a relational impact on others lives and lead in a Christ-like way.
Favorite Part of the Job: My favorite thing about being a Journey Resident is the opportunity to build so many new relationships. I love people and get excited each time I get to start connecting with someone new and learning about their story!

Channing Wicks

Brendan and Connie Cimino, 4 yr old Teachers, Cubbie Directors

Journey Ministry Resident

“ The people at this church really do get it...”

Hometown: Lubbock, Texas
Studying: Graphic Design
Dream Job: Being a graphic designer in the fashion industry
Favorite Part of Being an Intern: Being able to love on girls and walk alongside them through life. And seeing the work of the Lord so evidently through college students.

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Find Your Way |

Most NextGen gatherings (i.e. Sunday activities) happen in The Venue on the east side of the building near Doors C and D.

However, The Journey’s TNG (Tuesday Night Gathering) uses Door A.

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