ABOUT US
Founded in 1912, and originally named Stockton First Church of the Nazarene, AXIS represents an opportunity for anyone to fully know Christ and make Him fully known to the greater Stockton community
When Jesus intersects our lives, He changes the very trajectory of everything we do and who we are.
Renee Bennett Lead Pastor
Life verse: Galatians 2:20
What We Believe
We are proud to be a part of the Church of the Nazarene
...which is the largest denomination in the classical Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. What distinguishes the Church of the Nazarene from most other Christian denominations is that of entire sanctification. Nazarenes believe that God calls Christians to a life of holy living, one that is cleansed from original sin and filled with a love for God and humankind.
Our Vision
We aim to make an impact in our community's schools...
We believe in supporting our community's educators and getting connected into schools where we can come alongside children and make Jesus known to them. We call this AXIS Impact. We hope to impact lives in our schools through multiple avenues by being the presence of Christ to teachers, students and the families that we serve through this program!
Our Community
We aim to make Jesus known in the Stockton Community
Located in the Victory Park neighborhood of Stockton, we serve a diverse population with members who come from all walks of life. We are committed to serving our community with a missional heart so that others will experience Christ through the calling of His church.
Meet The Team
Mark and Renee Bennett
Lead Pastor
Worship Leader
Curtis and Alyssa Bechtold
Board Member
Administration
Nursery
Youth
Nick Schonn
Greeting Team
Board Member
Lynda Rose
Greeting Team
Hospitality Ministry
Board Member
Administration
Tami Sanchez
Finance Committee
Board Member
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