The Vine SWFL
A Church of Overcomers
At The Vine SWFL, we believe in cultivating deep, meaningful connections—with God, with each other, and with our community. Rooted in faith and driven by love, our church is a place where people from all walks of life can come together to grow spiritually, serve others, and experience the transformative power of God’s Word.
We are more than just a congregation—we are a family. Whether you’re seeking a place to worship, looking for encouragement, or wanting to make a difference, you’ll find a warm and welcoming home here. Through heartfelt worship, impactful teaching, and community outreach, we aim to reflect Christ’s love and bring hope to Southwest Florida.
Our Story
The Vine SWFL was founded in 2012 by Pastor Raph and Juliana with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a church where faith thrives, disciples multiply, and lives are transformed. What began with just 12 members in Fort Myers has now grown into a vibrant community of over 450 people engaged in life groups, reflecting the incredible impact of God’s work.
Pastor Raph holds a Master of Divinity degree and is deeply committed to equipping believers to become overcoming disciples who, in turn, disciple others. He and Juliana have been married for 20 years and together, they pour their hearts into leading and nurturing the church community while raising their two children.
Expanding the Vision, Growing the Kingdom
In 2022, Vine Church expanded into a new facility, enabling the establishment of Vine Christian Academy, which now serves 80 students, providing a faith-centered education.
Additionally, Vine is passionate about raising up future leaders, engaging young people from around the world through the Vine School of Ministry—a program designed to develop and empower the next generation of Christian leaders.
Come as you are and discover what it means to truly thrive in faith. Let’s grow together—just as branches on the vine, connected to Christ.
