When I first came I was a bit nervous but everyone was very welcoming and elated to meet me with…read moremade me feel comfortable. The pastors and leaders truly have a love for Jesus and since I've been going to the church I've been challenged to be more like Jesus and I've grown so much in His love. So grateful to be part of a church who's main mission is to awaken people to the reality of Jesus.

I've been visiting for over 2 months now almost every Sunday, and I love Vive Church Oakland. The…read moreatmosphere, the songs, the volunteers and the founder pastors are really the best!!! It is a lovely community to belong to. Thank you Vive! God bless you all!

Please do not pay any attention to the reviewer complaining about the acoustics. Charitably, that…read morereviewer doesn't understand that Catholic cathedrals are built with the very intent to have the sound of worshipful music reverberate throughout the space. The delay is absolutely intentional and so, so beautiful! If you haven't experienced choral singing there for yourself, you are missing out on an experience that can only be described as truly sublime. I attended 11am Mass here on Christmas Day and it was such an incredible celebration. It was my first Mass at this cathedral, though I had visited it before, and I look forward to returning! Solemn Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 11am, with a music program that, at least on Christmas Day, brought me to tears on multiple occasions. I'm kind of a curmudgeon and don't always appreciate non-traditional architecture when it comes to churches, but this space is truly a work of art that I would happily return to again and again. Don't wait, just go there. God is waiting for you!

lit memorial candles for departed loved one before mass-security rushed me as if I was creating a…read moredisturbance after my boot bumped a chair in my path & I immediately bailed from GOD'S HOUSE despite grief errabody isn't psycho coming in there though caution is understood dude jumped the gun preemptively. prayer was RUINED!

An amazing group of human beings. Striving to be inclusive of all people. An affirming space. Life…read moregroups. Affinity groups. Anyone that's called to speak or worship is able to share with the community.

Oaklife is more than just a community ... it's a family. Yes, I know that's super cliché but it's…read moretrue. It's the most loving and accepting place I've ever experienced. Some churches talk about loving people and living the Gospel - Oaklife actually does it. The people are super friendly and accepting. I'm a gay Christian so finding a home where I could be myself was incredibly important. I've made life long friends and I cant wait to continue to grow with this awesome family.

I love this church! Always so much love like we are one big happy family. The minister is so good…read more They always have great knowledge to share and keep your attention for all ages!

Words cannot describe the immensity of love felt by everyone at theMOVEMENT. I have been attending…read moreand volunteering with theMOVEMENT since day one. I haven't ever had a doubt in my mind that God so divinely placed me here, to not only Overwhelm Oakland with Love but to also feel to love of others -- as I so greatly do. I have never felt apart of a family before, even my own family, but here it's like one huge family. God places lonely people in families. Psalm 68:6 (GWT) Pastor Ed's sermons week after week are amazing and always inspiring. I also enjoy our other pastor's sermons as well, such as; Spencer Romero, Christopher Stites, etc. The service is organized into 4 - Parts; The Tension (What question will this message answer?), The Truth (What scripture will this message be taught from?), The Takeway (What is the main point of the message?), The To-Do (How should I apply this message to my life?). theMOVEMENT also has MOVEMENTgroups which are essentially "small groups" or "life groups" where we can join in community with one another. THIS IS IMPORTANT & VALUABLE! The worst and the best thing you could do is attend one Sunday to scope the scene for yourself!

I have been a member of this church for the last 7 years (I think it's been 7 years). I must say…read morethat before I attended New Life Community church I was not much of a church goer you would maybe catch me in church on Easter Sunday (if that). I was invited by a co-worker of mine when the church was still in its first year. Ever since I attended my first service I was hooked. There is something there that just spoke to me and said that I belong here that this is the place I needed to be. Over the years I became very involved in the small group and leadership roles that the church has. I've enjoyed creating connections in serving the community and growing in god and the spirt and most of all gaining a whole new church family that comes from all walks of life. If you are looking for a church home that really feels like home come check out New Life Community church. PS due to Covid restrictions we are not able to meet in person but New Life does whole service on Facebook and YouTube live every Sunday

I want to thank you for welcoming me into your church when I returned home from Sheridan Prison…read moreCamp in Sheridan Oregon. I was sent to a half way house in Oakland California where I knew no one. They had a flyer on the wall at the half way house of local churches in the area that were available to attend. I selected your church and began attending on my allowed time for church on Sundays. I was welcomed with open arms and enjoyed the enlightening messages7 from the pastor. I want you all to know how much it has meant to me. This past year I have thought of you all often. I live in Sacramento and will probably not be back to your church but I will never forget your kindness. Good Bless you all .... Ken

A church all about Jesus, people, and authentic community! Folks at Storyline are the most…read morewelcoming, loving, nonjudgmental, and uplifting people I've ever met! If you're looking for a community, definitely check out Storyline!

I got to know pastor Akeem from golfing with him and wanted to check out his church . I love that…read morethe Honda dealership next door clears out their car lot across the street every Sunday so his attendees can park there for free. Akeem was born in Belize and his parents brought him to the USA for education. Akeem is going to be successful in whatever he does and he chose to be a pastor rather than a businessman like most immigrants chase when they arrive here.

We have been looking for a church since moving to the Bay Area 4 years ago. We are so grateful to…read morehave finally found a community and a church that we can call home! Thank you TFH Oak!

Truly a place of worship and praise. On my first visit I was amazed at the diversity of the…read morecongregation and the passion of the church team.

Awesome Christian church. The word of God is preached here. The pastor, Albert, is a faithful…read morefollower of Christ. He does not compromise the word of God from the pulpit or in his personal life. Please pray for him. We all need prayer. Psalms 139:19-24: Oh, that You would slay the wicked, O God! Depart from me, therefore, you bloodthirsty men. For they speak against You wickedly; Your enemies take Your name in vain. Do I not hate them, O LORD, who hate You? And do I not loathe those who rise up against You? I hate them with perfect hatred; I count them my enemies. Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting.

Wow, am I really the first to review Regen? My kids take Tae Kwon Do from Pastor Albert and his…read moreassistants. They don't charge a monthly fee and only ask for donations to cover the cost of new belts and certificates for testing. Lots of kids around the neighborhood come for class and it's something that most of these families would not be able to afford, so really it's a wonderful public service that they're providing. We started coming to Sunday services and really enjoy the teachings. As a church they definitely 'walk the walk'. They have a breakfast on Sunday mornings for the homeless people in the area. They invite underprivileged and at risk youth to learn self control and discipline through martial arts. They've even started a garden to grow fresh fruits and vegetables right in the middle of Oakland. Maybe I can find a church closer to home. I'm sure the money I pay for gas and wear and tear on the car would cover the monthly dues for a karate class. I don't think I could ever find as much heart in either one though.

I love being a member of Lake Merritt UMC. The church is a warm and welcoming group. It is really…read morea comfortable place to worship even if the view of Lake Merritt from the sanctuary can be a distraction on Sunday mornings! If you haven't seen the giant Tiffany mosaics in the sanctuary, then they alone are worth the trip. This is also a fabulous venue for events. Many groups rent the facility for a myriad of events. Lake Merritt UMC regularly hosts concerts, weddings, meeting, reunions, recitals, and family gatherings.

Great find in the East Bay for a church that cares about the community it is located in. Notably,…read morethe sanctuary is beautiful - featuring stunning Tiffany mosaics and a gorgeous view of the Lake. The children and youth programming are good and I am hopeful that this service can grow with the congregation. The Sunday morning service is pleasantly short, the music good, and the preaching thought provoking and relevant to everyday life. Bonus: fellowship time after the service is a great time to meet folks & relax with a really nice spread of snacks and surprisingly good coffee made to order ala your neighborhood cafe. Check out this great church community - welcoming, relevant, community-service minded, and a much needed spiritual respite from the work-week.

I was walking around this Grand and Lakeshore area with a guide that grew up right here in this…read morearea. He's over 65 now, so he has some stories to tell of the "old days". I saw this big church just across from Lake Merritt and asked what that? He told me that was Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. He grew up right on the street behind it. His paper route (something kids had back then), delivered to the nuns that lived in the rear of the complex. This church was also a elementary school. I don't know if it today or not. The children all wore uniforms to school. He remembers seeing them walking past his house and thinking that was strange having to wear uniforms, but that's a 7 year old thinking, that went to public schools. The big bell tower that still rings ... actually doesn't have real bells in it, they have big speakers that sound the bells. Something he told me the nuns told him once. The front of the main church is quite majestic and the inside is cavernous. I'm not a real church goer but if you were looking for a Catholic Church, this might be a good one if you live nearby.

**Posting this here as helpful information in case anyone is trying to communicate with the Church…read moreOffice as the website/answering machine is not up to date** The office is being supported by unpaid VOLUNTEERS. It is NOT OPEN 9am-3pm as the answering machine states. Your best bet is to leave a voicemail and MAYBE someone will call you back if you leave enough information about what you're asking for. You CANNOT drop by the office and expect someone to be there. It doesn't seem you can make appointments ahead of time either based on the volunteer nature of the office staff. If you require any documents, request that they be mailed to you to save everyone time/effort. I had contacted the parish in regards to Baptism. To save the next family some time, here is what I learned: - Baptisms are performed on the first Sunday of the month at the 10am Mass - you must attend a Baptism class (1st Saturday of the month) prior to the Baptism. - There is a Baptism donation fee plus a fee per godparent for the Baptism class - you must have a conversation with the Priest - you must be registered with the Church - At least one godparent needs to be baptized, first communion and confirmed. - The Baptism certificate can only hold 4 names so if you have more godparents, keep in mind that not all names will be printed on the certificate. Those were the main points but you'll learn more specifics in the Baptism class about the ceremony itself, what to bring and what to expect. I now understand that the office is severely understaffed but the process for arranging the baptism could have been improved and I felt a sense of irritation by volunteers that I had too many questions. I hope this helps someone out there, have a nice day.