I want to use the pinch welds for the jack stands, so the question is where can I lift the Journey from BESIDES those pinch welds, that will still leave room to put the jack stands in place once it's up? Bonus if I can lift the entire front or rear or side of the car from said points. This is a 2012 FWD Journey.

 

I usually look for a solid suspension point. Under a strut or shock.

 

There are pads you can buy that fit on jack stands so pinch weld locations can be safely used. Harbour Freight or auto parts guys should have them. But I agree there are stronger points available.

The front subframe is very solid on the Journey. I often put stands there, or the front jacking points just below front doors, all dealer style post hoists use four points to lift vehicle. They are clearly visible underneath, or take a look next time it’s on a mechanics hoist.