Wherever you are on the journey

Welcome to Shelter Cove

We’re so glad you’re checking us out. Here’s everything you need for your first visit.

We’re So Glad You’re Here

Welcome to Shelter Cove Community Church! We’re so happy that you’re checking things out and maybe considering a visit! Here at Shelter Cove we LOVE meeting new people, and we want to set you up for an incredible experience when you come on a weekend to check out a service.

Exterior view of the Shelter Cove Community Church building and campus
Lead Pastor Jeremy Oldenburger preaching on stage at Shelter Cove Community Church

Location

4242 Coffee Rd.
Modesto, CA 95357

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Service Times

Saturdays: 4:30 & 6:00 PM
Sundays: 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM

CONTACT

(209) 567-3200
info@inthecove.com

What to expect

Plan Your Visit

A greeter welcoming a family at Shelter Cove

1What to Wear

Come as you are; jeans, a t-shirt, your Sunday best, whatever’s comfortable. You’ll fit in either way.

2Where to Park

Parking is free right outside, and our team is glad to help point you in the right direction on your first visit.

3Kids Check-In

We’d love to check your kids into a safe, age-appropriate space of their own, just stop by our Kids check-in desk when you arrive and our team will get you set up.

4Accessibility

If you or someone with you needs accessible seating or has other accessibility needs, just let our team know when you arrive.

5Guest WiFi

Free wifi is available throughout the building, ask a greeter for the network name when you arrive.

Ready for more

Take Your Next Step

Lead Pastor Jeremy Oldenburger speaking to a group during a First Step gathering
1Attend First Step
An hour-long session to meet our team, ask questions, and learn what it looks like to get plugged in here.
A small group of students talking and laughing together around a table
2Join a Cove Group
Connect with people who’ll walk alongside you through Scripture, life, and everything in between.
A greeter wearing a Here name tag welcoming a visitor at the door

3Join a Team

We believe every person has a place where they can use the gifts and talents that God has given them to serve His kingdom.

From Our Lead Pastor

Jeremy Oldenburger

Thanks for your interest in Shelter Cove! We’re passionate about reaching and raising authentic followers of Jesus, and we’d love for you to be part of the journey.

Wherever life finds you, hopeful, searching, or hurting, you don’t have to walk alone. Through worship, Life Groups, classes, and ministries for every age and stage, there’s a place for you to connect, grow, and discover God’s good plan for your life.

We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to welcome you!

God bless,
Jeremy Oldenburger
Lead Pastor

Real Stories

Real People Just Like You

Every one of these stories started with someone walking through our doors for the first time, not sure what to expect. Here’s what happened next.

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First Impressions Team

Members of the First Impressions team share how something as simple as a hug at the door has built real community, and how serving here has deepened their own walk with God.

Watch Their Story

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Penny

Penny found Shelter Cove almost by accident during COVID, when her old church closed and she noticed people gathered outside on the lawn. She’s grown in faith ever since, and was recently baptized.

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Dylan

Dylan was invited to church by a stranger at the park, found freedom through prayer, and now watches his own daughter grow in faith at Shelter Cove.

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Donna

Donna and her mom rebuilt a distant relationship by serving together as greeters, and have since watched both of Donna’s sons come to faith.

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Want to Know More?

Start with who Jesus is and what the gospel means, then explore our full statement of what we believe about Scripture, God, salvation, and more.