Vision

At Santa Maria Vineyard, we are committed to cultivating a passion for Jesus and compassion for people as we participate in God's Kingdom breaking into our world. We believe God's Kingdom is both already here and not yet fully realized, and we're called to demonstrate and proclaim this reality in our community and beyond.

Three Core Themes

We are building our culture around three core themes:

Intimacy: We strive to know and love God wholeheartedly, cultivating a deep personal relationship with Him through worship, prayer, and Scripture (Mark 12:30).

30 And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ … (Mk 12:30)

Authenticity: We aim to be genuine with each other in community, creating spaces where people can be real about their struggles and victories (Ephesians 4:15, 25).

15 but, speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things into Him who is the head—Christ…25 Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another. (Eph 4:15, 25)

Expectancy: We believe God's Kingdom is here now but not yet fully, and we actively participate in His ongoing work through faith-filled prayer and ministry (Mark 9.23).

23 Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” (Mk 9:23)

The Radical Middle: Our Theological Heart

We embrace what Vineyard calls the "radical middle" - holding together evangelical theology with charismatic experience as "empowered evangelicals." We value:

  • Experiencing God's presence in worship as encounter

  • Practicing "naturally supernatural" ministry where everyone gets to play

  • Engaging all five-fold ministry gifts (Ephesians 4:11-13)

  • Maintaining a "main and plain" approach to Scripture and theology

Our Commitments

We are deeply committed to:

  • The truth of the Bible as our foundation and authority

  • Sharing the good news of Jesus and His Kingdom

  • Making disciples who make disciples

  • Healing the sick through compassionate prayer ministry

  • Bringing deliverance to those in bondage to darkness

  • Worship that invites God's presence and transforms lives

  • Community that demonstrates God's Kingdom values

  • Empowering every believer for ministry ("everyone gets to play")

We pursue these commitments through earnest prayer that deepens our intimacy with God and invites the fullness of the Holy Spirit's power and purposes through our lives.

How We Live This Out

Our theological commitments find practical expression through:

  • Kingdom-Focused Worship: Creating space to encounter God's presence

  • Life-Giving Community: Authentic small groups where people belong

  • "Come and See" Ministry: Healing prayer that demonstrates God's love

  • Empowered Outreach: Equipping everyone to minister in daily life

  • Spirit-Led Teaching: Biblical instruction that combines head and heart

Brief History of the Vineyard

In 1982 under the leadership of John Wimber, the Vineyard movement was used by God to impact the lives of thousands across the globe. This movement came to be known as the “Third Wave” of the Holy Spirit and brought spiritual renewal to many denominations and movements. John Wimber demonstrated that signs and wonders are for today, showing that God desires to bring healing and expressions of His love and power through the Church. Today, the Vineyard movement has grown into a global family of over 2,400 churches in more than 90 countries. For more information about the Vineyard movement click here. 

Our story

Santa Maria Christian Fellowship began in 1984 as a small group gathering in a home, worshipping God and seeking more of His love and presence. Led by Pastor Carl Tuttle, this group soon outgrew the living room and started Sunday services in 1985 at El Camino Jr. High School's gymnasium.

From 1985 to 1990, the church experienced significant growth at El Camino Junior High. In 1989, God began to speak to the church in a profound way. Nationally recognized prophetic ministers visited, conveying God’s heart for Santa Maria Vineyard, the City of Santa Maria, and the Central Coast area, leading to a transformative experience for the church.

In 1990, Carl Tuttle left for a different position, and Ralph Kucera became the senior pastor from 1990 to 1998. That same year, the church purchased and renovated the old First Christian Church facility, moving to our current location at 200 S. East Avenue in Santa Maria. The church enjoyed times of Holy Spirit renewal in 1994, which refreshed and deeply impacted the congregation.

In 1998 Steve and Hoen Dastic became the senior pastors. During this time the church has begun to see many of the long-standing prophetic promises begin to be fulfilled. During this time we had the privilege of training, developing and taking teams of young people to developing countries to help serve and bless the people of these nations and share the love of Jesus with them. 

In 2016, Ed Boasso became the new senior pastor of Santa Maria Vineyard. With 12 years of experience as a senior leader with an international ministry, Ed has taught extensively at a full-time Bible school, conferences, internships, and seminars, traveling both nationally and internationally. He is a passionate leader devoted to prayer, committed to teaching, inspiring, and equipping believers to grow in wholehearted love for God and to walk in the fullness of God's purposes. Ed is married to his lovely wife Kristi, with two precious children.

Vineyard Core Values and Beliefs

To find out more about the core values and beliefs of the Vineyard, please click on the image.

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