Who We Are
Catalyst is a church that loves Jesus and loves each other. We are a gospel-centered biblical community that is eager to reach college students and the surrounding Newport News community.
Gospel-centered
We believe that the gospel is the good news that changes everything for you and this world! The gospel is not just for salvation but for all of life and all of the church.
CONTEMPORARY
Jesus has called us to pursue our neighbors where they are like he does for us. This means that we talk, sing, and dress like those around us.
MISSIONAL
Jesus was on mission for us and sends us to live on mission for those around us. This is not just a one-time event but an everyday lifestyle for you individually and us collectively.
COLLEGE-FOCUSED
We believe that our proximity is purposeful and it clarifies our mission. Jesus has planted us less than a 10 minute walk from 5,000 college students at Christopher Newport University. We believe college students are one of the world’s greatest mission fields and mission forces for the gospel.
Find Your Community
Discover how you can get involved and grow here at Catalyst Church
Get to Know the Team
Our leadership team loves Jesus and aims to humbly serve and equip Catalyst Church to reach Newport News and the nations with the gospel.
What to Expect on a Sunday
It's common for people to have questions. Learn more about what it's like to visit Catalyst Church.
- Our service begins at 10:30 AM and typically ends around 11:45 AM.
- Dress casually or dress up. Either way, come as you are comfortable.
- Catalyst Kids is a safe place where children from birth through 5th grade have fun, make friends, and learn the story of the Bible in an engaging and age-appropriate format.
- We are launching a youth ministry for 6th-12th graders this fall that will be fun, safe, and centered on Jesus.
- Dozens of CNU students gather with us every Sunday.
- You can expect contemporary worship songs that you hear on the radio, as well as modern renditions of timeless hymns.
- We primarily teach the Bible verse-by-verse and apply the truth to relationships, work, and life.
- Be sure to visit the welcome table before or after the service. You can grab a free gift, fill out a connect card, and get more information about our Starting Point class.
- We have many service members who are actively involved in the life of our church.
