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The Journey Manhattan

New York, NY
Needs Review
Quick Facts
Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Check website for current pastor
Founded Unknown
Denomination Southern Baptist (SBC)
Service Times Sunday mornings (check website)
Men's Ministry No
Kids Ministry No
Website journeynyc.com
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Not stated on surfaced pages.
Caution
Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
'The Bible is central to the life of faith.'
Caution
Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Basketball tournament mentioned but not formal men's ministry.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Not stated on surfaced pages.
Caution
Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Only 'Pastor Kerrick' surfaced; no confirmation of female pastors.
Verify
Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Not surfaced.
Caution
Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Described as 'engaging, relevant, and practical' — topical/felt-needs lean.
Caution
Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Generic evangelical.
Caution
Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
'Statement on Racism' as resource link — content not surfaced; possible social-justice framing.
Caution
Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
'Casual, Contemporary, Christian Church' — SBC affiliation listed in directory but not visible on homepage.
Caution
Assessment
The Journey Manhattan — SBC church plant in NYC. Full theological review pending.
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Sources & Evidence
Enrichment Notes

Topical/seeker flavor plus 'Statement on Racism' suggests possible moderate-progressive tilt; verify.

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  1. [1] Live source journeynyc.com

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended
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