12/14/22 This past Sunday on 12/11/22 we (my wife and I)…read moretook a trip back to The Journey Church. I like how laid back they are on the dress code for Church. Dressing up to go to Sunday School/Church rubbed me the wrong way. If I wasn't comfortable in what I wore, my attention to church was nonexistent. This is when I was much younger. Still today I am glad to see Church goers wearing everyday clothing and not necessarily the monkey suit. Anyhow, after talking with the pastor for the second time, I find him very laid back and cool to talk to. In the back of my mind i wondered what could be today's lesson in church? Today's Lesson: The Storm Have you ever had a personal storm in your life? Well today's lesson. Started out with how weather people...no,...meteorologist decided to name storms after women. This was later changed to men an women's name. Some of the names of selected storms have a deeper meaning than others. The lesson in short was to keep hope in what you do, because without hope, you might be battling a storm physically, mentally or both for a long time. I don't go to Church very often, but this place gives off good vibes even if I still don't know many of the people there. My wife says the main reason for being there is God. Anything else is an added bonus. I am not as into the Lord as she is, but I will say this. The music, how I feel then I am there and the history of lessons learned keep me coming back for more. I find it fascinating how things I learned in school, specifically Western/Eastern Civilization and American History had bites and peices of things I am now hearing from The Bible. I am moving at a snail's pace come paired to my wife. Yet I don't believe there is a set speed for religion. If there is, my God will have to have patience. Still, I am on a Journey of self discovery. Who knows what I will discover next week.

This church is NOT all that it's meant out to be. I Went there twice. Then entered at the Young…read moreAdult group. Hung with a member for dinner. then she snitched on me. About something I still DON"T know anything about. Then one of the church leaders said I have pour boundaries and recommend that I have an escort to escort and be with me while "I'm there. at the same time. the leader that asked me for my case managers personal information. I then told her no. Then she asked if she could speak to my mom about counseling services that they provide. I was kicked out of the group on top if it all. This church is NOT supportive and Extremely hypocritical. the church is a FAKE. Don't let the leaders mislead and play you.They sure played me. plus mislead me as well. I will not even give this church a single star. The leader that did this to me was a British member... named Tamin. She is the damn reason why I have stated all this. Tamin go straight to hell.

I can't say enough good things about this church. It's such a great small, local community where…read moreyou genuinely feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. Pastor Jordan DeMerchant is truly incredible. He has a way of making every single person feel like they're his best friend. He's not only deeply knowledgeable, but also incredibly approachable, down-to-earth, and genuinely invested in the people around him. What really stands out is how involved he and his entire family are. You can tell this isn't just something they do - it's who they are. That level of care and authenticity carries throughout the whole church. Everyone is kind, supportive, and always willing to pray with you or step in to help however they can. The church also does an amazing job supporting its members through difficult times. There's a real sense of community here. People show up for each other in meaningful ways. Sunday services are consistently excellent. Pastor Jordan keeps things casual and engaging, while staying grounded in teaching Scripture and delivering practical, meaningful lessons from the Bible. And it definitely doesn't hurt that he's extremely funny. Jordan brings a lot of joy and energy to every message. If you're looking for a small local northern Virginia church where you'll feel known, supported, and spiritually encouraged, this is truly a special place. I am truly blessed to have found this church with my fiancé and we are so lucky to be apart of this strong community!

New Life Alexandria is more than a church it is a home , its a place where you can be your self and…read moregrow you relationship with God with like minded people, and having cookies and coffee every week doesn't hurt either!

Attended 11 am mass for the first time at this church and was pleasantly surprised! The father was…read moregreat to listen to, he was pretty funny. There is plenty of parking, but get here early because acoustics are not the best and it's a bit hard to hear when you are seating in the back.

As a parishoner at this parish -- and thus having more exposure to the priests and to the parish in…read moregeneral than people who pop in once a year, I can't disagree with the reviewers more. I have felt more than welcome by all three priests at St. Lawrence. I had my child baptized here, and they worked with me through some unusual circumstances. There is a Knights of Columbus parish breakfast once a month, there are many social opportunities, I've been visited by the Rosary Guild, by the Legion of Mary, and other organizations attached to the parish. In short, I've felt MORE than welcome here than at any other parish I've ever attended! Not only will you receive solid Catholic teaching here (and by "solid" I don't mean "fire and brimstone", I mean "straight out of the Catechism"), but you will find good Liturgy here as well. Fr. Mould is absolutely wonderful, as anyone who knows him can attest. I do find the two Polish priests a bit difficult to understand at times. The priests will not treat you as second-class citizens, nor assume you know nothing. This is not for people who want simple, happy "sound byte" Catholicism, devoid of some of the more relevant issues of the day. You will be treated like an adult and not spoon-fed platitudes. I'm not quite sure what JB is talking about about not being "allowed" to switch parishes. I'm not aware of any sort of compulsion; I have friends from this area who attend St. John's in McLean despite being in St. Lawrence's geographical area. Regarding Tony M's comment about being warned away from receiving Communion if not being a Catholic in good standing with the Church (i.e. within having confessed recently and attended more than twice a year), this is extremely standard and reflects the seriousness of receiving the Eucharist. It is not a meaningless sacrament, it is not (only) a symbol of unity. This information is usually printed in any bulletin, leaflet, missal, etc; it is standard practice on big holidays like Christmas and Easter that the parish priest says this from the pulpit. This is not new, in any parish. I'm baffled as to the other reviewer's charge of "lack of appropriateness"/PG-13 content (!). I'm sorry she had this experience, but again, as a regular parishoner I've got noooo idea what she's talking about. In short, come to St. Lawrence! If you're an early riser, there's a 7:30am Mass. There's a nice traditional choir at the 9am Mass, a contemporary choir at the 11:30 (I think it's 11:30) Mass, and the 12:30 is the Tridentine Mass. On the 4th Sunday of every month, it is a Missa Cantata (a sung Latin Mass, sometimes a High Mass). If you want to know more about our parish, come and see!

Great church! First Baptist Church of Kingstowne is very welcoming, good people, and an excellent…read morepastor and staff. Engaged church body with a variety of ministries to get involved in.

This is a sound Bible preaching/teaching church, that firmly shares the message of salvation…read morethrough Jesus Christ in each sermon. The church family is very warm and friendly and there is a wide variety of activities for families, children, teens, and adults for everyone to get to know each other in a loving Christian atmosphere. I watched their services online at first, then decided to attend in person. I've been attending for two months and I couldn't feel more blessed. I'm thankful God led me to this church.

I love being a part of the Kingstowne Communion for so many reasons. Primarily, the intimacy of the…read moregroup is unparalleled. Also, I love how in touch with the community thus church is, from community outreach to events that seek to include everyone in Kingstowne. Worship is accessible at Island Creek Elementary at 10 am on Sundays.

From the owner: The Kingstowne Communion is a new United Methodist Church in the Kingstowne area that seeks to…read morebring people into communion with Jesus Christ through courageous conversation, creative community, and collaborating for the common good. We are best known throughout the community for Pub Theology (which we host at Fiona's Irish Pub), Beer & Hymns (while we host at Burton's Grill), and our community events/service opportunities (which we host Nalls Produce & our local elementary schools).

St. Joseph's is a close-knit community, which started us off with wanting to know who we were. We…read moretold the congregation, and they welcomed us. From there, inside their lovely church, the Mass began and we were all given a homily we won't soon forget- engaging, moving, thought provoking. This is a wonderful Catholic parish.

Fabulous! Brought us back to attending on a regular basis. Wonderful choir, uplifting music,…read morenice, welcoming and inclusive.

Capital City Church is truly one of the most welcoming churches in the area. Located in Alexandria,…read moreVa (and online for folks not ready to meet in person), this church is perfect for families small and large. I am able to have my daughter at CapCity Kids where she can play and I can stay in church and actually have the ability to participate fully. It is a great place to meet new friends and grow spiritually. If you're looking for a church that is casual, filled with down-to-earth folks, and welcoming. As a young Christian, living in DC I was searching for a church home in the area for years and once I came to Capital City Church it just felt right. COME THROUGH

I love Capcity Church. I've been going there for almost 6 years now and the fellowship is amazing…read moreand I feel like I am fed with the word and encouraging messages. Even though I live in Maryland, I make the drive down to Alexandria because I couldn't imagine going anywhere else.

The Basilica of St Mary's has established a museum inside its lyceum. The lyceum is where the…read morechurch offices are. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is a permanent exhibit on the history of the oldest Catholic parish in the Commonwealth of a Virginia. The museum tells a wonderful story of the history of the Catholic church in America , Virginia, and Alexandria. Many famous (and a few Infamous) people have been members or visitors to St Mary's. Notably, George Washington donated money to St Mary's parish to help establish it. George Washington believed and supported religious freedom of all faiths. George Washington's aide-de-camp, John Fitzgerald, was an early member of St Mary's. Fitzgerald was an Irish Merchant who has a great place in history of the Revolutionary War and the founding of the city of Alexandria. Recently, the city tried to erase the memory of John Fitzgerald by removing his name from the now renamed Waterfront Park at the foot of Prince Street because Fitzgerald owned three slaves. The history of Alexandria is undeniably the history of America. No bureaucrat is going to diminish or distort Alexandria's fascinating and complicated past. The museum spends a fair amount of time explaining how the Catholic colonists brought Catholicism to Maryland and how it spread throughout the 13 colonies. It also discusses its past church leaders and the many different buildings where the church and school were housed. In the 1920s, St Mary's leaders created a black Catholic Church, St. Joseph's, which is in North Old Town. Alumnus of St Mary's will appreciate the exhibit on the school, which shows photos of former students and teachers, especially the Holy Cross nuns who operated in the school until around 1990. The Basilica of St Mary Museum is suited for all ages and faiths. If you're a history buff or a local Catholic, you will learn a lot about the history of the United States and Catholicism in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Please visit and stop by the museum and church.

Beautiful church! Attended Mass recently while out of town. Felt welcomed although a bit…read moreunderdressed as most people attending Mass were dressed quite nicely! We had a young priest, (my apologies for not remembering his name) but enjoyed his sermon & will remember it going forward in life!

Was so blessed yesterday by this sweet church. Loved how sharing our faith was broken down into…read morebite sized pieces. Great time of worship!

I've been attending this fellowship for the last four years. It's a special place to grow and…read morebelong. If you are new to the area, this is a welcoming community where you won't be invisible. When I first moved here, I was quickly welcomed, invited out to lunch, and got connected with friends through small groups. The friends I made in that first small group are still close to me. Washington D.C. can be an overwhelming place to move to. Lighthouse Fellowship has given me the biblical grounding and community I've needed to flourish here.