Family life can be one of the most isolating and challenging places to find true fulfillment and purpose. Through Families Ministries at the Vineyard, we hope to empower impossibly great lives that experience the fullness of life God offers in two ways:

• Within a family growing in fulfilling, honest, joyful, forgiving relationships.
• As individuals in a family and as a family unit engaging with the local community and the world towards God's purposes.

Our Ministries:

Children's Ministry

Sunday Morning: On Sunday morning, children ages 0 through 5th grade have their own special place to go. Baby Church is available for children 0-2. Kids Church is for kids ages 2 through 5th grade. For kids 2-5, pre-K classes are available in which kids learn about who Jesus is and what he has to offer them for their lives. Elementary aged kids are invited to join other similiarly aged kids in a bigger group, and then engage each other in smaller groups each Sunday.

More details and where each group meets

Child Dedications: Make the most of your parenting! The Greater Boston Vineyard celebrates the births and arrivals of children. We offer the opportunity to dedicate your baby or young child into God's family and the choice to offer your parenting to God and God's purposes. For more information, contact kids@bostonvineyard.org.

Youth Ministries and Programs

PZF stands for Prizefight, the Youth Ministry (grades 6-12) of The Greater Boston Vineyard. No, we’re not a fight club—our fight is about not settling for less than God’s best for us! Come and be a part of what PZF and our youth programs have for you.

Full description of Youth Ministries and Programs

Marriage Ministry at the Vineyard

Marriage Course: The Marriage Course is a safe and practical opportunity to invest in your marriage. Couples attend together, hear talks on themes of marriage, and enjoy light refreshments. While the content of The Marriage Course is based on principles from the Bible, people of all backgrounds are welcome.

Full description of Marriage Course

Weddings: We at the Greater Boston Vineyard agree with the spirit of Proverbs 18:22, that the person who finds a husband or wife finds what is good and receives favor from God. Committed love, partnership and marriage is a great thing and we're so happy for you.

If you're thinking about getting married through the Vineyard, here are a few things we thought would be helpful to let you know. If you have any questions, or would like to follow up further, please feel free to call the church office at 617-252-0005 or e-mail us at marriage@bostonvineyard.org.

Family-Friendly Small Groups

The Vineyard offers small group gatherings that meet weekly to grow us together in our relationships with God and each other. Many people have said their Small Group has helped them gain the most fulfilling and rewarding benefits from their experience in our church. We have general groups as well as groups with specific focuses that may be family-related. Small Groups may decide to offer childcare or welcome children to participate if they are able. Please indicate your interest when you contact Small Group Leaders.

List of Family-Friendly Small Groups.